SaltWorks Thoroughly Modern Thrillies
How do we love thee, Cinematique? Let us count the ways and whys, starting with thy most striking features (or at least thy upcoming ones). First, Chi-Raq, a modern day adaptation of Lysistrata, the fifth-century-Athens-era comedy about a woman who attempts to end the Peloponnesian War by persuading the women of Greece to withhold carnal privileges from their lovers. Directed by Spike Lee, this satire-meets-musical-drama is set against the backdrop of gang violence in Chicago and runs Monday, January 25, through Wednesday, January 27, at 7 p.m. (plus Wednesday, January 27, at 4 p.m.) at Thalian Hall Main Stage. And then thou bringeth Peggy Guggenheim: Art Addict. In 1978–79, Peggy Guggenheim gave what would unknowingly be the last interview of her life for Jacqueline B. Weld’s biography Peggy: The Wayward Guggenheim. The tapes were long thought to be lost, but guess what? Now we can hear her incredible story, peppered with exquisite tales such as the time she met Jackson Pollock and “rescued” him from his job as a carpenter. Runs Monday, February 1, through Friday, February 5, at 7 p.m. (plus Wednesday, February 3, at 4 p.m.) at The Ruth & Bucky Stein Theatre, Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington. Tickets: $7. Info: (910) 632-2285 or www.thalianhall.org.
Living the Dream
Founders Keepers
The New Hanover Regional Medical Center Foundation’s sixteenth annual Founder’s Gala will be a (starry) night to remember. Inspired by one of Vincent van Gogh’s finest and most iconic paintings, the setting will be a glorious swirl of blue and yellow lights, creating the brilliant illusion of an enchanted night sky. This black-tie gala happens Saturday, January 30, with live music, dancing, and epicurean delights from Wilmington’s top chefs. Dedicated to supporting the NHRMC Betty H. Cameron Women’s and Children’s Hospital, this glittering affair is expected to gather more than 600 guests. Limited tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available online. Air Wilmington Hangar, 1817 Aviation Road, Wilmington. For more information about New Hanover Regional Medical Center Foundation or to register, call (910) 667-5002 or visit www.nhrmcfoundation.org.
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Photograph By Mark Steelman
On Saturday, February 13, at 7:30 p.m., UNCW Presents and Salt magazine present the album launch of American Anthem, the recording debut of Philip Gerard, Wilmingtonbased author and professor of creative writing at UNC Wilmington. Gerard and his band will play songs from the new album — “a textured musical quilt of the American experience” — the making of which you’ll want to read about on page 48 of this month’s Salt. CD signing and general revelry to follow concert. Tickets: $5 (available in advance and at the door). Kenan Auditorium, UNCW, 601 South College Road, Wilmington. Box Office: (910) 962-3500.
Legend Has It
If you’ve never heard local legend Grenoldo Frazier perform, do yourself a favor and snag two tickets (because you’ll want to bring a date) to his Jazz at the CAM concert on Thursday, February 11, at 6:30 p.m. All you need to know in six words: Soulful love songs with a twist. Is there a candy heart that says, “Be There”? General: $12; CAM/CFJS Members: $8; Students: $5. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 South Seventeenth Street, Wilmington. Info: (910) 395-5999 or www. cameronartmuseum.org. The Art & Soul of Wilmington