I haven't posted "cultural" events in a while, so I thought I would give it a whirl.
Last night, we attended Wesley, with another couple from our church. I had been hearing bits and pieces about the film since it debuted several months ago at the NC School of the Arts. The film was produced here in North Carolina, more specifically, the majority of it was shot locally. Easy to recognize places such as Old Salem, Salem Lake, etc. unfortunately make it one of the main highlights of this production. Understanding that budgets are limited in ventures such as this, small adjustments could have been made to authenticate some of the scenes.
The story was intriguing and I found it very interesting that John Wesley struggled so hard with his own faith prior to finding a place in his heart to "preach to the masses." I also enjoyed the storyline interlacing with the Moravians as his personal religious beliefs were tested and adjusted. Local faces made this production all the better! Kernersvillian Richard "Dick" Stromehieher made a lengthy appearance as a close-minded minister in the Church of England. For those of you who enjoy him in Kernersville Little Theater, it makes it worth viewing!
My favorite part of the evening, excepting the company, was the venue of this film. The newly opened A/perture in downtown Winston-Salem, located directly across from Mellow Mushroom at 311 Fourth Street. Trendy and bright, as well as intimate and artsy, is exactly what Winston has been needing in order to showcase some of the independents that don't appeal to the mass audience. Each auditorium seats 80, the seats are comfortable and the area clean. The concession area, though I did not purchase anything, featured beer and wine, cupcake cups, cake balls, popcorn and traditional movie fare.
Take the time, grab dinner downtown and enjoy a film "indy"-style...if you hurry, you may catch Wesley!
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