I hope you enjoyed Easter weekend. I'm sure many of you, including myself, could have taken Monday off, simply for a day of rest.

For those who don’t know, Bull & Barrister is Charlotte's “new” jazz hot spot. It’s free, and there is plenty of room for ladies and gents to mix and mingle.

Last Thursday, grown folks’ jazz was hosted there by Jazz Diva Tammy. It was hot and sizzling, just the way we like it! Shableek and Uncommon Jazz were on fire. I saw many jazz fans from last year’s hot spot the Forte, and I hope to see you there soon!

I don't know where you were on Friday, but watching Kirk Whallum perform at Halton Theater is where you should have been. I thought the Al Jarreau concert back in March was good, but Kirk's show was smoking! Terence Young, the opening act, was awesome as he set the pace for the crowd. He tore it up. For those who attended, I know you had a blast. And who said the Queen City doesn't give good Jazz?

In case you haven't made weekend plans, take a look at my picks:

FRIDAY
Shakespeare Carolina presents Ines de Castro, which is based on a true story. The play is a heart rending, epic tale of love, death and revenge set in 14th Century Portugal. Many of you may have your reasons for attending. As for me, I love the intense surprise of a love story. I hope to see you there! When: Friday, April 29, 2011 Where: Duke Energy Theater (345 N College St). Cost: $20.00 Time: 8 p.m. ADULT CONTENT, PARTIAL NUDITY, VIOLENCE. For more information, visit CharlotteCultureGuide.com.

SATURDAY
Dances of India: Dance teacher Maha Gingrich and more than 40 dancers will perform traditional Indian temple and folk dances, telling the story of ancient India to live music. When: Saturday, April 30, 2011 Where: Halton Theater CPCC main campus (1206 Elizabeth Ave) Time: 4 p.m. Cost: $5-$10. For more information: tix.cpcc.edu.

SUNDAY
Micah Lorick presents Based on a Couple of True Stories: Dennis and Janice Barker Episodes. The new series portrays the Barker’s marital problems and relates their issues to biblical principles. The series is written, produced, directed and edited by talented film maker Micah Lorick. When: Sunday, May 1, 2011. Time: 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Location: Jet Ultra Lounge (1202 Charlottetown Ave) Cost: $10.00

For additional information, contact Micah Lorick at boacts@lorentproductions.com
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Toni Baker-Tyson describes herself as a social butterfly and writes about the Qcity's adult nightlife. Email her at toni@qcitymetro.com.

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