Broadway Laughs and the Queen’s Feast Kickoff: What's On in Charlotte Today
Culinary Highlights: The Queen's Feast Begins Today
Today, Friday, January 23, marks the official opening of the winter edition of the Queen’s Feast, also known as Charlotte Restaurant Week. This biannual culinary event allows residents and visitors to explore the city’s vibrant food scene through special curated menus. Over 120 participating restaurants across the Charlotte metro area are offering three-course, prix-fixe dinner menus ranging from $30 to $55 per person. Whether you are looking for upscale dining in Uptown or a cozy bistro in NoDa, today is the perfect time to secure a table and experience the best of local gastronomy.
Theater and Stage: Monty Python’s Spamalot
The theater scene is in full swing tonight at the Belk Theater within the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. The hit musical "Monty Python’s Spamalot" takes the stage at 7:30 PM as part of the PNC Broadway Lights Series. This Tony Award-winning production offers a hilariously irreverent retelling of the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. Attendees can expect a night filled with catchy musical numbers, iconic comedy tropes, and high-energy performances that bring the cult-classic film to the stage.
Symphony and Soul: Live Music Across Uptown
Music lovers have two distinct and powerful options in Uptown Charlotte this evening. At the Knight Theater, the Charlotte Symphony presents "The Music of Motown" starting at 7:30 PM. This performance celebrates the infectious rhythms and harmonies of the Motown era, featuring orchestral arrangements of hits by artists like The Temptations and Diana Ross.
Meanwhile, the Spectrum Center hosts a major R&B concert featuring Grammy-winning artists Fantasia and Anthony Hamilton. The show begins at 8:00 PM and promises a soulful evening of powerhouse vocals from two of North Carolina’s most celebrated musical exports.
Museum Exhibitions and Science
For those interested in science and photography, Discovery Place Science is hosting two major exhibitions today. "Above and Beyond" provides an interactive experience centered on the science of flight and space travel, while the "BigPicture: Natural World Photography" exhibition displays award-winning wildlife and conservation images from around the globe. Both are open during regular museum hours and offer an educational retreat for all ages.
Evening Entertainment: Comedy and Jazz
To round out the evening, The Comedy Zone features comedian Joe List for two sets at 7:00 PM and 9:45 PM, providing a great option for those looking for a laugh at the NC Music Factory. For a more relaxed atmosphere, Middle C Jazz welcomes saxophonist Richard Elliot for a performance beginning at 6:00 PM, offering a blend of contemporary jazz in an intimate setting.