explore. create. connect.
Each season, the Gambrell Center curates a distinctive selection of celebrated artists and authors uniquely suited to the intimate setting and warm natural acoustics of the Sandra Levine Theatre. Welcome to the perfect listening room for truly experiencing world class artists and events.
The String queens
OCT. 18, 2025 | Saturday | 7:30PM
Praised for its authentic, soulful, and orchestral sound, The String Queens are a dynamic trio that creates stimulating musical experiences that inspire audiences to love, hope, feel and imagine!
Cameron Carpenter, organist
plays "the phantom of the opera" silent film (1925)
october 30 | Thursday | 7:30PM
Juilliard-trained, Grammy-nominated, and utterly electrifying, Cameron Carpenter shatters the classical mold delivering an epic original organ score for the ultimate horror film classic, The Phantom of the Opera.
The Wailin' Jennys
NOVember 7 | Friday | 7:30PM
In a world of overproduced pop, The Wailin’ Jennys offer something rare: raw, human harmony. The Wailin’ Jennys deliver spine-tingling harmonies and soul-stirring songs that transcend generations. Juno Award-winning and globally acclaimed, this folk trio turns every stage into a sanctuary of sound.
Robin Wall Kimmerer
DECember 2 | Tuesday | 7PM
Robin Wall Kimmerer, bestselling author of "Braiding Sweetgrass," blends Indigenous wisdom and scientific insight to transform how we connect with the natural world.
Made possible by The Gambrell Foundation
TUSK: The Classic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
JANuary 24 | Saturday | 7:30PM
TUSK is the number one Tribute to Fleetwood Mac in the world, bar none. No fancy tricks, no tracks, no gimmicks, just five musicians recreating the music of Fleetwood Mac to perfection with note for note renditions.
The Assad Brothers
60th Anniversary Farewell tour
february 11 | wednesday | 7:00PM
Grammy winners Sérgio and Odair Assad shatter classical guitar boundaries with breathtaking virtuosity and soul-stirring passion.
Made possible by the Charlotte Concerts Legacy Fund
about the gambrell presents series
When the original Little Fine Arts building re-opened in 2020 as the 63,000 square foot, state-of-the-art Sarah Belk Gambrell Center for the Arts and Civic Engagement, it was with a commitment to present a broad array of cultural experiences that foster exploration, creativity, and connection. This is the impetus behind the annual performance series featuring world-class touring artists as part of the Arts at Queens: Gambrell Presents series.
Gambrell Presents series goals:
- Explore uses for Gambrell that foster broad community participation in the arts
- Promote innovation and discovery through new artists, new works and new collaborations
- Honor tradition and excellence by showcasing world-class performances
- Expand and educate audiences through community/campus partnerships and artist engagement
- Provide affordable and accessible arts events
why THE gambrell presents SERIES matters
At Gambrell Presents, we believe the arts have the power to inspire, connect, and transform communities. Since reopening in 2020, the Sarah Belk Gambrell Center has brought world-class artists to our community.
Every performance, partnership, and program we bring to life reflects our commitment to:
Explore new possibilities
Opening our doors to uses that foster broad community participation in the arts. Promoting innovation and discovery through new artists, new works, and bold collaborations.
Build Connection
Expanding and educating audiences through campus and community partnerships.
Keep the arts accessible
Providing affordable opportunities for everyone to experience the power of live performance.
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