Opera Carolina and its business director are embroiled in a lawsuit with the former production director amid a leadership shakeup that’s as dramatic and intense as an opera performance itself. It’s an ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As CEO of venture capital firm Black Pearl, Dr. Shante Williams brings a unique blend of business acumen and artistic passion to her new role. "We are building opportunities for ...

James Meena defended his reputation against “rumors” in a video on social media. Opera Carolina replaced Meena amid budget-driven succession planning and hires. Multiple lawsuits and leadership ...

Opera Carolina and its general director, Shanté Williams, are facing a lawsuit from former production director Michael Baumgarten amid a period of major leadership changes at the nonprofit opera ...

2 Review Roundup: TWO STRANGERS (CARRY A CAKE ACROSS NEW YORK) Opens On Broadway A Night To Remember is a gala concert returning to the Belk Theater on November 1, 2025, celebrating the iconic ...

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Here's a little "opera appetizer" for Opera Carolina's 2025 gala concert, which will be held on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025. Secret Service finds 17 'skimming' devices in tour of San Antonio businesses A ...

How two Charlotteans are changing the way some view the music world. There are major changes for two of the Queen City’s most stellar arts organizations. The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra’s 12th music ...

Third graders at Reid Park Academy prepared for their lesson on Monday like they were warming up to perform at the theater — which, in a way, they were. Three visiting teaching artists from Opera ...