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CCA is dedicated to creating accessible & affordable spaces for performance, exhibition, and arts education.

breaking down barriers for artists and audiences while building new, collaborative arts venues in South Charlotte.

501(c)(3) | EIN 33‑4220363 A 501(c)(3) not-for-profit arts organization, Charlotte Center for the Arts is dedicated to creating an accessible and affordable hub that fosters performance, exhibition, and education, breaking down barriers for artists and audiences while building a vibrant, collaborative arts community that positions South Charlotte as a premier cultural destination. Imagine a place where artists thrive, creativity flourishes, and the community unites through the power of the arts. Charlotte Center for the Arts is building an accessible and affordable hub in South Charlotte, designed to break down barriers for performers and visual artists. With dedicated spaces for rehearsals, performances, exhibitions, and education, we are fostering a cultural movement that ensures every artist has a stage and every patron has a seat. By partnering with developers, city leaders, and passionate supporters, we’re shaping the future of Charlotte’s arts scene—one that is inclusive, vibrant, and transformative. Join us in making this vision a reality—because when the arts thrive, our entire community rises.

10/31/2026

Art is imagination you can feel 🎨

It takes skill, creativity, and a little courage to turn an idea into something that moves us. And in Charlotte, we see it everywhere: on stages, on walls, in music, and in the people who make it all happen.

And there's so much more to the story. Stay tuned!

10/23/2026

🎭☕ LET'S MEET & MINGLE, CHARLOTTE ARTS COMMUNITY!

Calling all studio owners, arts organizations, directors, and creative leaders! We'd love to connect with YOU!

Join the Charlotte Center for the Arts for a FREE Meet & Mingle designed to bring our local arts community together, build relationships, and share exciting opportunities on the horizon!

📅 Friday, November 20, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 SouthPark Library – Community Room
7015 Carnegie Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28211
🎟️ FREE EVENT!

☕ Coffee, donuts, and great conversations provided!

This is a casual, come-and-go networking event, so stop by when you can!

✨ WHAT'S COMING UP?

We'll offer two brief presentations at 10:30 AM and 11:30 AM, highlighting:

🎨 Our mission and vision for Charlotte Center for the Arts

🌟 Our upcoming Youth Arts Festival and opportunities for local studios and organizations to participate!

👑 The return of Crown Charlotte's Talent and ways to get involved!

Whether you lead a dance studio, theatre company, music program, visual arts organization, or another creative group, there's a seat at the table for you!

We believe something special happens when our arts community comes together. Let's connect, collaborate, and continue building a stronger future for the arts in Charlotte!

💜 Tag a studio owner or arts leader who should join us!

🔗 RSVP for FREE: https://www.artscenterclt.org/event-details/meet-mingle-for-studio-owners-arts-organizations

09/18/2026

👑 TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT, CHARLOTTE! 👑

Who will be crowned Charlotte’s Top Talent? The stage is set, the performers are ready, and YOU get to be part of the excitement!

Join us for the very first Crown Charlotte’s Talent Finale Gala!

🎭 Incredible live performances

⭐ Watch our judges crown Charlotte’s Top Talent

🗳️ Cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award

❤️ Support a BIGGER vision for the arts in Charlotte!

WE ARE 55% OF THE WAY THERE!

Thanks to our incredible community, we have raised $16,615 toward our $30,000 goal! Every ticket, donation, and sponsorship helps support the feasibility study for our vision of building a dedicated theatre and arts space for our community.

📍 Horne Performing Arts Center at Charlotte Latin School

📅 TONIGHT | September 18

🚪 Doors open at 5:45 PM | Show starts at 6:30 PM

🎟️ TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE! Can't join us in person? Grab a virtual ticket and watch from home!

Who will take home the crown? There's only one way to find out!

One stage. One community. One crown.

Get your tickets through the link: https://givebutter.com/crown-charlotte-talent-C4A

09/15/2026

We are 42% of the way there!

Thanks to the incredible support of our community, we’ve already raised $12,873 toward our $30,000 fundraising goalfor Crown Charlotte’s Talent!

Every ticket purchased, every vote cast, every donation made, and every sponsorship brings us one step closer to our bigger vision: building a dedicated theatre and arts space for our community. Funds raised will help support the feasibility study needed to move this vision forward.

Join us for Crown Charlotte’s Talent: The Finale Gala on Friday, September 18 at 6:30 PM at the Horne Performing Arts Center at Charlotte Latin School.

Come experience an incredible night of live performances, celebrate local talent, and help us get closer to that $30,000 goal!

One stage. One community. One crown.

Tickets are on sale now — link in bio!

09/08/2026

TONIGHT! 🎨✨

Join us for an evening of conversation, connection, and a look at what’s next for the arts in South Charlotte!

📍 The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery — Ballantyne
🗓 TONIGHT — September 8
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM

Come meet the Charlotte Center for the Arts, hear more about our mission, and get a first look at our vision for the future Community Arts Hub and what we hope to bring to our growing arts community.

Your ticket includes:
✨ Happy hour entry
🍻 One drink ticket
🍴 Complimentary small bites
🎭 A chance to connect with local artists, educators, supporters, neighbors, and community leaders

Tickets are still available!
$20 in advance | $25 day-of
Whether you’re an artist, arts educator, parent, business owner, supporter—or simply someone who wants to see more accessible arts opportunities in South Charlotte—we’d love to have you join us.

Come for happy hour. Stay for the conversation. Help us build what’s next for the arts in South Charlotte.

SEE YOU TONIGHT!

https://www.artscenterclt.org/event-details/meet-and-mingle-happy-hour-2

09/02/2026

MEET THE CONTESTANTS!

The competition is heating up! Our talented contestants are officially in the running for Crown Charlotte’s Talent, and now it’s your turn to get involved.
Our Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Round is officially OPEN!

Meet this year’s contestants, discover their incredible talents, and support your favorite performer by making a donation in their name.
Every $1 donated = 1 vote toward that contestant for the Top Fundraiser Award!
Your vote does more than support your favorite contestant. Every dollar raised benefits Charlotte Center for the Arts and our mission to expand access to the arts and create more opportunities for artists, students, educators, and our community.

Voting & Fundraising: September 1–18
Live Finale: September 18 at 6:30 PM
Charlotte Latin School | Horne Performing Arts Center
Who will rise to the top and be crowned our Top Fundraiser?

Meet the contestants below and start voting today!

https://www.artscenterclt.org/cct-2026-contestants

08/28/2026

🚨 FINAL CALL, CHARLOTTE! 👑✨

You have until MIDNIGHT TONIGHT to submit your virtual audition for Crown Charlotte’s Talent!

In a city built for a Queen, it’s time to crown the next star. 👑
Inspired by the excitement of America’s Got Talent, Crown Charlotte’s Talent is a Queen City talent competition + fundraiser hosted by the Charlotte Center for the Arts!
🎤 Singers
💃 Dancers
🎭 Actors
🎸 Musicians
🤸 Variety acts
✨ Performers of ALL ages + talent types!

Think you have what it takes? This is your LAST CHANCE to join the competition!

👑 Virtual Auditions CLOSE: TONIGHT, August 28 at MIDNIGHT
🗳️ Online Voting: September 1–18
🏆 LIVE FINALE: September 18
📍 Charlotte Latin School | Horne Performing Arts Center

Show Charlotte what you’ve got while helping us raise funds to support the future of the arts in our community. 🤍

SUBMIT YOUR AUDITION BY MIDNIGHT!
Audition information at artscenterclt.org/crown-2026

Tag someone who NEEDS to audition! 👇✨

08/21/2026

MIX. MINGLE. IMAGINE WHAT’S NEXT.

Join the Charlotte Center for the Arts for a relaxed evening of conversation, connection, and community at our Fall Mix & Mingle!

📅 September 8, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery | Ballantyne

Come connect with artists, educators, creatives, neighbors, supporters, and community leaders who care about the future of the arts in South Charlotte.

We’ll be sharing more about what’s happening behind the scenes at Charlotte Center for the Arts—including our vision for the Community Arts Hub, what we expect it to look like, and the next steps toward expanding access to the arts in our community.

Tickets are on sale NOW!
$20 in advance | $25 day of event
Your ticket includes happy hour entry, one drink ticket + complimentary small bites.

Come for the conversation. Stay for the connections. Be part of shaping what’s next for the arts in Charlotte.

Learn more and grab your ticket at Charlotte Center for the Arts.

https://givebutter.com/Sept-meet-mingle-C4Arts

08/15/2026

🚨 LAST CALL FOR IN-PERSON AUDITIONS! 🚨

Tomorrow is your chance to take the stage and audition for Crown Charlotte’s Talent! 👑✨

Think you have what it takes? We’re looking for talented performers of all ages and disciplines:

🎤 Singers
💃 Dancers
🎭 Actors
🎸 Musicians
✨ Specialty Acts + MORE!

📅 TOMORROW | Saturday, August 15
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Matthews Playhouse

Advance registration is required for an in-person audition time slot!

Can’t make it tomorrow? Virtual auditions have been EXTENDED through August 28! Submit your audition online for your chance to advance to the competition.

Then, get ready for the LIVE FINALE on September 18 at Charlotte Latin School’s Horne Performing Arts Center, where contestants will take the stage in front of our judges and a live audience for the chance to win:

👑 Crown Charlotte’s Talent Winner
✨ People’s Choice Award
🏆 Top Fundraiser Award
💰 Cash Prizes

Crown Charlotte’s Talent is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of Charlotte’s incredible talent while raising support for the future of the arts in our community. Every performance and every dollar raised helps the Charlotte Center for the Arts work toward creating a dedicated, accessible arts space for the Queen City.

READY TO TAKE THE STAGE? 👑

In-person audition registration + full virtual audition details available at artscenterclt.org/crown-2026

Will YOU be crowned Charlotte’s next talent? ✨

05/19/2026

Musical Theatre Trivia is Tonight! Don’t Miss It!

Spring into show tunes and test your Broadway knowledge!

Join us for a lively night of musical theatre trivia packed with fresh questions, classic hits, and plenty of dramatic fun.

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 — 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Carolina B**r Temple, Matthews, NC (215 N Ames St, Suite 1000)
Break out your jazz hands—Musical Theatre Trivia Night is taking center stage! From Broadway blockbusters to cult classics, golden-age showstoppers to today’s biggest hits, this event will put your show tune knowledge to the test.
🎤 Three rounds of interactive trivia
🍺 Local craft b**r & food available for purchase
🏆 Prizes for the top team
Bring your fellow theatre lovers—or come solo and join a team when you arrive! Whether you’re a lifelong Broadway fan or just love a good singalong, this night is for you.

Don’t miss your chance to take the spotlight—grab your crew and join us for a night of trivia, laughs, and show-stopping fun!

NO NEED TO REGISTER—JUST SHOW UP!

Address

120 S Trade St
Matthews, NC
28105

Website

https://www.artscenterclt.org/, https://givebutter.com/RD9SOi, https://www.artscenterclt.org/events

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