'Beat The Heat' In Charlotte - 2008 Summer Events Guide

AUGUST

EVENT:

Carolina Panthers Fan Fest

Fan Fest is a fun event the entire family can enjoy that features music, interactive games, face painting, contests, giveaways and visits from the TopCats and Sir Purr so bring the family and get ready for a new season of Panthers football!

Saturday, August 2, 2008
11:00 a.m.
Carolina Panthers Fan Fest
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MUSIC:

Kenny Chesney with LeAnn Rimes

You are not going to want to miss the 2008 American Country Music Entertainer of the Year this summer with special guest LeAnn Rimes at Verizon.

Thursday, August 21, 2008
7:30 p.m.

Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre

THEATER:

Lend Me A Tenor

Set in 1934, this fast-paced comedy revolves around renowned tenor Tito Morelli, known to his fans as “Il Stupendo,” who is scheduled to sing the lead in Othello, produced as a gala fundraiser for the Cleveland Opera Company. Unfortunately, even before the star leaves his hotel room, everything begins to unravel.

Thursday, July 24 - Sunday, August 3, 2008
Davidson Community Players

FESTIVAL:

Summer Soul Music Festival 2008

Where can you find Fried & Grilled Fish, Chicken and Shrimp Kabobs, Deep Fried Oreos and Twinkies, Philly Cheese Steaks, Gourmet Cajun Sandwiches, Original Philly Water Ice, Tropical Fruit Desserts, Italian Sausages, Polish Sausages, Funnel Cakes, Hot Dogs all the way and more to come?

Saturday, August 30, 2008
McAlpine Park

Summer Soul Music Festival

MOVIE:

Star Wars: The Clone Wars

George Lucas presents an all-new animated continuation of his mythos set in a galaxy far, far away. Taking place between Episodes II and III, Anakin Skywalker and his young female padawan Ahsoka attempt to keep the peace during turbulent times. The young Jedi and his apprentice team up with Obi-Wan Kenobi and Padme Amidala to stop the destruction of the Republic by Lord Palpatine, Count Dooku and General Grievous.

Release Date: August 15, 2008
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SEPTEMBER

EVENT:

Carlos Mencia "At Close Range"

Come see the hilarious and controversial host of Comedy Central's 'Mind Of Mencia' in Charlotte when he talks about politics involving race, culture, and social class, juxtaposing existing social issues with ethical convention.

Friday, September 5, 2008
Oven's Auditorium
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MUSIC:

Brooks & Dunn

Brooks & Dunn are renowned for their high-energy stage shows and have won the Country Music Association Vocal Duo of the Year award 13 times. They welcome special guest Rodney Atkins to their tour.

Friday, September 5, 2008
7:00 p.m.

Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre

THEATER:

Godspell

Drawing from various theatrical traditions, such as clowning, acrobatics and vaudeville, GODSPELL is a ground-breaking and unique reflection on the life of Jesus, with a message of kindness, tolerance and love.

Thursday, September 11 - Sunday, September 28, 2008 (Times Vary)

Theatre Charlotte

FESTIVAL:

Festival In The Park

Since 1964, Festival in the Park has been bringing good music, good art and good times to Charlotteans and visitors from around the world. The sounds of "big band music" drift across Freedom Park's lake whose still surface reflects the lights strung from Camelot exhibit tents.

Thursday, September 18 - Sunday, September 21, 2008
Freedom Park

MOVIE:

Righteous Kill

Two cops go against a serial killer named Spider who leaves poems about his kill behind.

Cast Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, 50 Cent, Carla Gugino, Dan Futterman, Donnie Wahlberg and more.

Release Date: September 12, 2008
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