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Celebrate the fifth anniversary of A Night of Artistic Renewal as the acclaimed multidisciplinary arts production returns to Booth Playhouse for the third time.
Each year,

A Night of Artistic Renewal brings artists and audiences together around a new theme exploring the power of creativity and human connection. This year, Hope, Healing & Triumph explores how we move through life’s challenges, find hope, experience healing, and rise in triumph through live music, dance, performance poetry, visual art, song, and storytelling.

Produced by award winning performance poet, author, and arts advocate Dionne Hunter, the production brings together a remarkable company of nationally acclaimed and celebrated artists with deep Charlotte roots. Recording artists Adayla Turner, Enacense, and Mason “Quill” Parker lend their voices to the stage, joined by saxophonist Bryan Patterson Jr., violinist Marcus R. Pyle, and ballroom dancers Robert Fitzgerald and Takeila Fox.

Ballet artists Raven Barkley and Maurice Mouzon Jr., appearing through the courtesy of Charlotte Ballet, bring movement and expression to the production, while visual artists Julianna O’Malley and Tajmah Allison add another dimension to the afternoon.

Powerful words and lived stories take center stage through an extraordinary company of performance poets. The lineup includes three time Emmy Award winner Boris “Bluz” Rogers, four time World Poetry Slam Champion Ed Mabrey, Charlotte’s Inaugural Poet Laureate and Individual World Poetry Slam Champion Junious “Jay” Ward, along with DS Will, Jaycee Cowan, Keith Allison, Linda Orji, Lisa Ann Markuson, producer and host Dionne Hunter, and cohost Laheelah Hunter.

What began as a Charlotte community arts experience has grown into a recognized platform reaching audiences through live stage performances, international film festivals, and national streaming platforms.

ASL interpretation will be provided for this performance.

Come experience an afternoon where music, movement, poetry, visual art, song, and storytelling meet on one stage, and leave inspired by the hope, healing, and triumph that can emerge when creativity brings us together.
Sunday, November 1, 2026. Presented for one performance only.

Reserve your seats now.

Location:

Booth Playhouse at Blumenthal Arts Center

130 North Tryon Street, Charlotte North Carolina 28202

Homeschoolers ages 9-12 are invited to a bonus Pre-teen Homeschool Rally where they’ll learn the basics of American Sign Language with a guest from UNC Charlotte. No prior knowledge or fluency is needed.
🎟️ Cost: Free
📍 Location: ImaginOn, 300 E 7th St, Charlotte, NC
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🧒 Ages: 9-12

Connect with other homeschooling families at this casual Homeschool Hangout, where kids play, explore and learn together through crafts, group games, STEM challenges and creative projects.
🎟️ Cost: Free
📍 Location: Steele Creek Library, 13620 Steele Creek Road, Charlotte, NC
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🧒 Ages: Homeschool families

Join us on the Raptor Trail for Homeschool Days, a unique opportunity for homeschool families, groups, and co-ops to experience our incredible birds of prey and enjoy special discounted pricing! For the 2026-2027 school year, Homeschool Days will take place on August 18, September 18, November 18, February 18, and March 30.

Ticket Options:

1. Private Program Ticket: $14
   • This ticket includes admission to the Raptor Trail as well as a spot in our 10:30 AM Private Program. This program lasts about an hour and gives learners of all ages a unique look at raptors using the help of our avian ambassadors.
   • Purchasing Private Program Tickets online in advance is required.
2. General Admission Ticket: $12
   • This ticket includes discounted admission for homeschoolers to the Raptor Trail during Homeschool Days. Entry to the private program is not included.
   • No advance sales. Tickets must be purchased on-site.

Connect with other homeschooling families at this casual Homeschool Hangout, where kids play, explore and learn together through crafts, group games, STEM challenges and creative projects.
🎟️ Cost: Free
📍 Location: Steele Creek Library, 13620 Steele Creek Road, Charlotte, NC
👉 Read more
🧒 Ages: Homeschool families

Join us on the Raptor Trail for Homeschool Days, a unique opportunity for homeschool families, groups, and co-ops to experience our incredible birds of prey and enjoy special discounted pricing! For the 2026-2027 school year, Homeschool Days will take place on August 18, September 18, November 18, February 18, and March 30.

Ticket Options:

1. Private Program Ticket: $14
   • This ticket includes admission to the Raptor Trail as well as a spot in our 10:30 AM Private Program. This program lasts about an hour and gives learners of all ages a unique look at raptors using the help of our avian ambassadors.
   • Purchasing Private Program Tickets online in advance is required.
2. General Admission Ticket: $12
   • This ticket includes discounted admission for homeschoolers to the Raptor Trail during Homeschool Days. Entry to the private program is not included.
   • No advance sales. Tickets must be purchased on-site.

Join us on the Raptor Trail for Homeschool Days, a unique opportunity for homeschool families, groups, and co-ops to experience our incredible birds of prey and enjoy special discounted pricing! For the 2026-2027 school year, Homeschool Days will take place on August 18, September 18, November 18, February 18, and March 30.

Ticket Options:

1. Private Program Ticket: $14
   • This ticket includes admission to the Raptor Trail as well as a spot in our 10:30 AM Private Program. This program lasts about an hour and gives learners of all ages a unique look at raptors using the help of our avian ambassadors.
   • Purchasing Private Program Tickets online in advance is required.
2. General Admission Ticket: $12
   • This ticket includes discounted admission for homeschoolers to the Raptor Trail during Homeschool Days. Entry to the private program is not included.
   • No advance sales. Tickets must be purchased on-site.