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As shown by a Broadway-star-driven concert, Wilmington is rich in holiday entertainment

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As shown by a Broadway-star-driven concert, Wilmington is rich in holiday entertainment

Christmas came a week early for a well-dressed Wilmington crowd Wednesday night.

Grammy-winning, Tony-nominated Broadway performer NaTasha Yvette Williams, a native of Fayetteville, brought down the house with a concert of seasonal songs at the Cameron Art Museum, using her world-class voice to deliver soul-stirring renditions of “O Holy Night,” “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” and even an a cappella take on the Johnny Mercer/Hoagy Carmichael classic “Skylark.”

Williams, who was in Wilmington earlier this year to act in “Death of a Salesman” at Thalian Hall, came down from New York, where she’s in “Chicago” on Broadway, for the concert. She was accompanied on piano by Ray Kennedy, who organized the show. The singer said Wilmington is like “a second home” to her.

Even if you missed out last night, there’s still plenty more Christmas entertainment to come this weekend, as you’ll see below.

Weekend weather outlook

On the one hand, it’s going to be cold. On the other hand, it’ll feel like Christmas. Highs will struggle to hit 50 on Saturday and Sunday, with sunny skies and lows in the 20s.

Go | See | Do

If you’ve somehow missed out on the dozens of seasonal events in the Port City so far this month, this weekend marks your last chance to get into the spirit before the big day on Dec. 25.

Thalian Hall’s got two holiday plays, including the snow-tacular “White Christmas” on the main stage; the Bellamy Mansion will be lit to the nines for a big open house; and last weekend’s holiday drone show returns for another go-round downtown.

For the full list, check the link below.

Happenings: 15 things to do in the Wilmington area for the last weekend before Christmas

The Dish with Port City Foodies

Food writer Allison Ballard gives us a run-down of the best dishes she ate at area restaurants this year.

Plus, a new bar/beer garden opens in the Cargo District, and a new coffee truck relocates to Wilmington from hurricane-ravaged Asheville.

Getting to know Tito Ortiz

After the tragic death of his son a year ago, Wilmington chef and food truck owner Tito Ortiz took a pause from his business, Rude Bwoys Jerk BBQ. Now, with the memory of his son driving him, Ortiz is giving things another go.

‘He’s with me’: After losing his son, it’s been a year of grief and growth for this Wilmington chef

News you can use

Got plans for New Year’s Eve? Well, with our list of 20 options, from fancy to-do’s to free festivals, you do now.

Plus, Wilmington’s airport adds flights to two major cities, and a look back at how Wilmington’s “blue laws” were repealed 40 years ago.

New Year’s Eve in Wilmington: From food to fun, here are 20 ways to celebrate

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