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Sunday, March 15, 2026 – 2:00PM
Deconstructing Dark Side of the Moon
A Multimedia Lecture Hosted by Musicologist SCOTT FREIMAN Live!
In Deconstructing Dark Side of the Moon, Musicologist Scott Freiman celebrates the 50th anniversary of this groundbreaking album with his first non-Beatles “deconstruction.” Scott will take you on a track-by-track journey through this Pink Floyd masterpiece, explaining the inspiration for the songs and their evolution in the studio. Join Scott Freiman for this two hour exploration of the creation of Dark Side of the Moon.
About Scott Freiman
Scott Freiman is a composer, a musician, and a software entrepreneur. Mr. Freiman is the CEO of Qwire, which creates collaborative cloud-based software that addresses significant problems with music licensing and royalty payments for film and television. Scott is the creator of Deconstructing The Beatles, a series of multimedia presentations about the composition and production techniques of the Fab Four. Mr. Freiman has presented his lectures to sold out audiences throughout North America at theaters, museums and corporations, such as Pixar, Google, and Facebook. Scott has also lectured at colleges and universities and has taught a 13-part course at Yale University entitled The Beatles in The Studio.
Friday, March 20, 2026 – 8:00PM
Stand-up Comedy
Featuring Sonya White + Kiki Wynns
Sonya White – Headliner
Sonya White combines Southern charm with city-wise street smarts to create a show that won her multiple appearances on Star Search (CBS), promo spots on Last Comic Standing (NBC), featured role and national tour in Southern Fried Chicks (CMT), nomination for ‘Best Female Performer’ by Campus Activities Magazine, appearance on ‘Girls Behaving Badly’ (Oxygen), on ‘Comedy Spotlight Roadtrip’ (Comcast), and performances at the ‘U.S. Comedy Arts Festival’ (HBO, E!, Comedy Central).
Sonya’s comedy is peppered with spot-on impersonations and sound effects. Her stand up comedy show and her one woman show ‘Airing Dirty Laundry’ are based on real life experiences, interactions with friends & family, and hilarious reflections of the world at large. In addition to those mentioned previously, her TV credits also include a ‘Spring Break’ promo (MTV), late night’s ‘Night Shift’ (Fox), a very colorful character on ‘The Jerry Springer Show’, an appearance on ‘Big Brother Jake” (Family Channel), and voice-work for ’Pick Your Shorts’ (Cartoon Network).
Sonya is a member of the Screen Actor’s Guild and the American Federation of Television & Radio Artists. Sonya has also gone international, as a featured comedian with Verizon’s ‘Fun & Games’ app in 60 countries.
Kiki Wynns – Feature
After 20 years of bringing humor into her psychology practice as a Ph.D. Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Wynns, aka “Kiki” decided it was time to pursue comedy in its own right. Enter Career 2.0!
After making a bet that led her to her first open mic night in the summer of 2022, she experienced quick success and was booking official gigs after only three open mics! Quickly becoming a favorite in NC and beyond, Kiki is known for her hilarious observations of human behavior, her outspoken love of being naked, and for working out her emotional issues in a group therapy session with the audience. Her comedy is clean, while her mind is not.
After meeting Craig Shoemaker backstage at her first official gig, she won him over with her high-energy and natural stage presence. She has now opened for Craig three times! She has performed in top comedy clubs in the Los Angeles area as well as in the famous Copacabana Club in New York City. A favorite guest on comedy and mental health podcasts such as She’s Invincible, The Clean Comedy Podcast, Still Standing up with Craig Shoemaker, and Ramblings of a Restless Mind, Kiki fluidly gives advice while making you laugh. Her current mission is to elevate women in comedy. She is the founder and creator of Ladies Laugh Lounge, a best-selling show to highlight women in comedy. Kiki is a regular headliner in this best-selling show at Goodnights Comedy Club in Raleigh, NC. This show has garnered media attention for Kiki highlighted below.
Sunday, March 29, 2026 – 3:00PM
John Jorgenson Quintet
“A mix of soulful romance and rollicking celebration, with Jorgenson’s fingers a blur that created avalanches of notes and chords, his dazzling prowess often caused listeners to gasp at the speed and sound…” ~All About Jazz
Experience the fiery rhythms and dazzling virtuosity of the John Jorgenson Quintet, led by Grammy-winning guitarist and multi-instrumentalist John Jorgenson. Hailed as “a brilliant guitarist” by The New York Times, Jorgenson and his ensemble bring the rich sounds of Gypsy jazz to life. From lightning-fast guitar runs to lyrical melodies, the quintet delivers a high-energy performance that captivates audiences. Whether you’re a jazz aficionado or new to the genre, this is a concert that you won’t want to miss.
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Thursday, April 16, 2026 – 7:00PM
Science Matters: Surviving on Science
Join us for a screening of THE MARTIAN, the critically acclaimed sci-fi adventure starring Matt Damon as astronaut Mark Watney. A blend of sharp humor with high-stakes problem solving, the film follows Watney as he uses science, engineering, and a lot of creativity to survive alone on Mars.
Before the film, host Alonzo Alexander (The Science House) will explore the real science behind Watney’s survival, from growing food in extreme environments and generating clean water, to managing energy, materials, and medical challenges with limited resources. We’ll look at how the research used in space exploration has shaped everyday technologies here on Earth, and how solving extreme problems often leads to practical solutions that improve daily life.
Funny, tense, and surprisingly grounded in real science, THE MARTIAN is a perfect example of why science matters — not just in space, but in the world we live in every day.
Event starts promptly at showtime. This event is part of the 2026 NC Science Festival.
The Martian (Rated PG-13)
FREE EVENT, TICKET REQUIRED >>
Friday, April 17, 2026 – 8:00PM
Stand-up Comedy
Featuring Alex Velluto + Don Garrett
Alex Velluto – Headliner
Alex Velluto is a comedian on the rise. With two Dry Bar Comedy specials and millions of online views, he has performed in the top comedy clubs across the country in over 100 cities as a member of the Dry Bar Comedy Tour. Alex was a guest on “Stand Up Nashville” which aired on the Circle Network and appeared on Peacock TV. He was a finalist in the prestigious Boston Comedy Festival, and has performed at other top festivals across the country including the Big Sky Comedy Festival, and the Seattle International Comedy Competition.
Don Garrett – Feature
Don Garrett is a seasoned comedian with almost 9 years of experience delivering laughs across the country. Renowned for his exceptional ability to connect with diverse audiences, Don has been a sought-after performer for corporations, private events, faith-based institutions, and non-profit organizations. Queen City Nerve honored him as “Best Comedian 2020”, and “Critic’s Choice 2025”, reflecting his impact and popularity. His talents have also been showcased on Dry Bar Comedy, Tubi, YouTube and Amazon Prime. Originally from Virginia, Don Garrett resides in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Original Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026 – 7:00PM
Rescheduled Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 – 7:00PM
Let’s Be Frank: A Celebration of Frank Sinatra Small Group
Featuring Sachal Vasandani & The Christian Tamburr Quartet
“a seamless amalgam of pop songwriting, tight R&B grooves and jazz textures and sonorities … his intelligent songwriting rises above mere pop-soul generics” ~Downbeat April 2025
Thoroughly rooted in Jazz, award winning vocalist Sachal Vasandani has the swagger to front the most swinging big bands and the vulnerability to present definitive classic ballads in a trio. With fresh new arrangements by pianist Christian Tamburr, Sachal leads us through the rare styling of Sinatra with a small group, which includes music broadcast between 1953-1955 on his radio show To Be Perfectly Frank, late 40’s sides for Columbia and the 1959 Live in Australia recording with the Red Norvo Quintet.
For more, visit Sachal Vasandani website.
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Friday, May 15, 2026 – 8:00PM
Stand-up Comedy
Grant Lyon + Matt White
Grant Lyon – Headliner
Described by San Francisco Weekly as “a hilariously sharp observer, not one of those tired white guy bellyachers,” Grant was once a collegiate soccer player. He decided to pursue a career on stage instead of on the field, and that decision’s been rewarded by being chosen as a New Face in comedy at the Just For Laughs Festival, winning the Laughing Skull Comedy Festival, and being a finalist in the Big Sky Festival. He plays a fun role in the second season of The Comedy Central show “Corporate” and stars in the upcoming feature film Killer Kate! As well as performing in a number of other prestigious comedy festivals including The Great American Comedy Festival, Bumbershoot Music & Arts Festival, and the Bridgetown Comedy Festival, Grant’s performed on the TV show Comics Unleashed. He has appeared on the nationally syndicated Bob and Tom Radio Show, is heard regularly on Sirius/XM satellite radio, and has been a guest on numerous popular podcasts including Doug Loves Movies. As well as being a contributing writer for the Huffington Post, the film he wrote and starred in, Interview Date, was eligible for a short film Academy Award. Funny or Die, MSN, Huffington Post, and others are among the sites that have featured Grant’s sketch videos on their home pages. You might also recognize him from a number of national commercials including AT&T, Johnsonville Sausage, CiCi’s Pizza, and more.
Matt White – Feature
Matt White went from distracting his classmates as a class clown to engaging audiences nationally. He is a winner of “NC Funniest Person” (2020), “Carolina’s Funniest Comic” (2013), and “Port City’s Top Comic” (2012). He has performed in comedy festivals across the United States. He earned “Best Of Fest” at the 2022 Rubber City Comedy Festival and the 2019 Cleveland Comedy Festival. Matt has worked with many of today’s top comedians including Dave Attell, Tommy Davidson, Tim Meadows, Roy Wood Jr, Donnell Rawlings, Tony Woods, Randy Feltface, Kurt Braunohler, Daniel Van Kirk, Jesus Trejo, Pete Lee, Micheal Rapaport, Dusty Slay, Nicole Beyer, Brent Morin, and many many more. Matt performs Improv, Sketch, and Stand Up, but is also an Actor, Producer, and Writer. His dedication and passion for the craft shine through as he gives back to the comedy community He coaches/teaches stand-up, sketch, and improvisation classes. He is one of the Instructors of the Goodnights Comedy Academy at Goodnights Comedy Club and a Comedy Instructor at Moonlight Stage Company.
Past Events
Thursday, March 5, 2026 – 7:30PM
Friday, March 6, 2026 – 7:30PM
Singin’ & Swingin’: Internationally Acclaimed Jazz Vocalist and Pianist Champian Fulton
With Special Guest Christian Tamburr on Vibraphone
“… a balm for the soul. Champian sounds, always, like she’s having the time of her life” ~All About Jazz
A Jazz pianist and vocalist for more than 20 years, she has released 18 albums as a leader and has performed in more than 25 countries, both in concert and on TV. She has been recognized with numerous awards, including Album of the Year in the NYC Jazz Record (2018, 2020, 2023) and Pianist and Vocalist of the Year (2019) by Hot House Magazine. Champian has appeared at such unique venues as the San Fermines Festival in Pamplona Spain, the Tangier Jazz Festival, the Opera House in Ulaanbaatar Mongolia, The Tongyeong Opera House in South Korea, Lincoln Center in NYC. She is joined by special guest Christian Tamburr on vibraphone and his supporting trio. For more, visit the Champian Fulton website.
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