Each week during the month of July, Records On The Wall and Time2Fly Music will be featuring two of the eight music venues around Charlotte we intend on raising money for while they are still closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Our independent music venues in Charlotte are in dire need of funds to keep their operations afloat and many may have to close their doors for good. A thriving music scene requires that a market have ample accommodations for bands of all sizes and these Charlotte venues are critical in that role.
This week we’ll be featuring The Neighborhood Theatre and Smokey Joe’s Cafe. We provide some background information on each venue below in addition to three different ways you can contribute.
“These entertainment hubs are critical to their local economies and tax bases as employers, tourism destinations, and revenue generators for neighboring businesses such as restaurants, hotels, and retail. Independent venues exist in every state across the country; they were the first to be closed, they will be the last to open.” — NIVA (National Independent Venue Association
Neighborhood Theatre
511 E. 36th Street, Charlotte, NC 28205
Capacity: 1,000
Neighborhood Theatre is one of several live music venues located in the NoDa neighborhood in Charlotte. NoDa, Charlotte’s historic arts district, is filled with eclectic restaurants, shops and bars.
Originally built as a movie theater in 1945 (Astor Theatre) closed in the late 70s, Neighborhood Theatre underwent restoration in 1997 and was converted into a live performance venue. In underwent new management in 2013 and now features two performance areas: a smaller stage in the bar area along with the large stage in the Main room. The updated layout allows the venue to host lesser known acts on the side stage while maintaining the intimacy of the smaller room.
Smokey Joe’s Cafe
510 Briar Creek Road, Charlotte, NC 28205
Capacity: 100+
A central Charlotte favorite since it opened its doors in 1984, Smokey Joe’s Cafe/Bar is a local dive bar and music venue with a capacity of approximately 100.
Smokey Joe’s has been catering to local and regional acts throughout its storied history and is a favorite hang out for local Charlotte musicians who participate in their weekly open mic/jam sessions. The decor is extremely eclectic and one-of-a-kind in Charlotte with every inch of the walls covered with music and vintage beer/liquor memorabilia.
Three Ways To Contribute
Donate Directly to Venue
- Neighborhood Theatre: DONATE NOW
- Smokey Joe’s: DONATE NOW
Donate To General Fund (Perfect way to donate to all the venues at once)
- Records On The Wall general fund: DONATE NOW
Purchase T-shirt (100% of all proceeds to go the venues in July)
- Visit our T-shirt storefront: PURCHASE