August offers a variety of interesting and exciting events for families to experience in and around the Triad. Here are some of the top offerings:
Indelible: Elliana Esquival, Aime´e Garcia, Isabel Lu and Abir Mohsen
GreenHill Center for NC Art, Greensboro
July 25-Nov. 2
Various times, free
This exhibit presents four North Carolina artists whose artwork show the roles of inherited cultural practices in imagining stories that reflect individual investigations of identity.
International Black Theatre Festival
Winston-Salem, various locations
July 29-Aug. 3
Various times, various ticket prices
The 18th biennial black theatre festival is rolling out its purple carpet. The six-day festival will welcome 65,000 theatre-goers for more than 100 performances on multiple stages.
Cirque du Soleil: Corteo
Bojangles Entertainment Complex, Charlotte
Aug. 1-4, 7 p.m.
Tickets start at $64
Corteo is the most enchanting arena show from Cirque du Soleil. It’s a joyous procession and festive parade that is imagined by a clown. The show brings to the passion of the actor with the grace and power of acrobats to plunge the audience into a mysterious space between heaven and earth.
Fuerza Regida
Greensboro Coliseum Complex
Aug. 2, 8 p.m.
Tickets start at $57.50
Fuerza is one of the most popular genre-crossing regional mexicana groups from San Bernadino, Calif. The group has produced eight albums that showcase their richly layered, brass-powered sound.
Memphis Thunder, Featuring Taylor Vaden
Reeves Theater, Elkin
Aug. 3, 8 p.m.
Tickets $23-$34
Memphis Thunder is an authentic 1950s tribute band focusing on the early hits of Elvis Presley. Vaden is an award-winning Elvis Tribute Artist on lead vocals/rhythm guitar. Memphis Thunder’s show is full of high-energy fun for all ages.
National Night Out at the High Point Museum
Aug. 6, 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Free
Enjoy a screening of “Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit” to promote neighborhood spirit and a police-community partnership. All ages welcome.
Ellen DeGeneres – ‘Ellen’s Last Stand…Up,’
Bojangles Entertainment Complex, Charlotte
Aug. 8, 8 p.m.
Tickets start at $55
Ellen DeGeneres is a beloved television icon and entertainment pioneer. Her distinctive comedic voice has resonated with audiences from her first stand-up comedy appearance through her work on television, film and the literary world.
The Rocket Man Show: A Tribute to Elton John
Steven Tanger Center, Greensboro
Aug. 9, 8 p.m.
Tickets start at $39.50
Scotsman Rus Anderson was Elton John’s official 1970s body double in the “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” world tour. Rus’ performance features greatest hits, gorgeous costumes and fierce piano playing.
Diana: The Musical
Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance
Aug. 16-25
Various times, tickets $19-$21
“Diana” is a an electrifying new musical about a woman who chose to be fearless – and as a result became timeless. Leading fiercely with her heart, Princess Diana stood up for her family, her country and herself.
An Evening with Steep Canyon Rangers
Blue Ridge Music Center, Galax, Va.
Aug. 17, 7-9 p.m.
Tickets start at $45
Formed while they were in college at UNC-Chapel Hill, the band dove into bluegrass. Over the years they have headlined festivals such as Merlefest and Grey Fox Bluegrass. They have expanded into country, jam and Americana.
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons: The Last Encores
Steven Tanger Center, Greensboro
Aug. 17, 8 p.m.
Tickets start at $65.50
Frankie Valli, an original Jersey boy, is an American legend. His incredible career with the Four Seasons and is solo success has spawned countless hit singles like “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry” and “Grease.”
Founder’s Vision: The Private Collection of Barbara Babcock Millhouse
Reynolda House Museum of American Art, Winston-Salem
Aug. 24-Dec. 15, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tickets $18
Barbara Babcock Millhouse has dedicated much of her life to understanding the mysterious ways in which art functions. Founder’s Vision celebrates her dedication to American art with an exhibition drawn from her private holdings.
