Triangle Downtowner Magazine

05/15/2026

Our publisher, Crash Gregg, had the pleasure of interviewing Carolina Ballet Principal Richard Krusche on his upcoming retirement. Watch on our YT channel or on our website:

youtube.com/watch?v=9E7mZ3k3cnw&source_ve_path=OTY3MTQ&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.triangledowntowner.com%2F

https://www.triangledowntowner.com/2026/05/13/571806/an-interview-with-carolina-ballet-principal-dancer-richard-krusch

After more than two decades on the stage, Richard will be taking his final bow on Sunday, May 17th, in the final show of the season.

Since joining Carolina Ballet in 2002, Richard has captivated audiences with his refined technique, commanding presence, and deep dedication to his craft. Promoted to Principal Dancer in 2011, he became a leading voice in the company’s repertoire, bringing nuance and power to every role he performed.

Originally from Budapest, Hungary, Richard trained at the Hungarian Dance Academy before continuing his studies at UNCSA and the School of American Ballet. His distinguished career has included performances with American Ballet Theatre and the Hungarian National Ballet, as well as international tours throughout Europe. Richie has originated and danced countless principal roles over his 25-year career.

Richie, as he’s known to his friends, is married to another Carolina Ballet alum, Margaret (Peggy) Severin-Hansen, who retired last year. And Richie is a huge Canes fan!

Join us to see his final performances on stage in “Beauty and the Beast,” which is currently running through Sunday, May 17.

Following the Sunday show, we invite you to Birdie’s Barroom & Kitchen as we celebrate his incredible legacy.

To purchase Ballet tix, call 919.719.0900 or go to https://carolinaballet.com/program/beauty-and-the-beast

Get your tickets to Birdie's by visiting https://carolina-ballet-inc.square.site/product/richard-krusch-final-bow-celebration/175

Our publisher, Crash Gregg, had the pleasure of interviewing Carolina Ballet Principal Richard Krusche on his upcoming retirement. After more than two decade...

05/13/2026

Catch our interview with Carolina Ballet's Richard Krusch, as he talks about his 20+ years with the company and his upcoming last shows before retirement.

After more than two decades on the stage, Richard will be taking his final bow on Sunday, May 17th, in the final show of the season.

Since joining Carolina Ballet in 2002, Richard has captivated audiences with his refined technique, commanding presence, and deep dedication to his craft. Promoted to Principal Dancer in 2011, he became a leading voice in the company’s repertoire, bringing nuance and power to every role he performed.

Originally from Budapest, Hungary, Richard trained at the Hungarian Dance Academy before continuing his studies at UNCSA and the School of American Ballet. His distinguished career has included performances with American Ballet Theatre and the Hungarian National Ballet, as well as international tours throughout Europe. Richie has originated and danced countless principal roles over his 25-year career.

Richie, as he’s known to his friends, is married to another Carolina Ballet alum, Margaret (Peggy) Severin-Hansen, who retired last year. And Richie is a huge Canes fan!

Join us to see his final performances on stage in “Beauty and the Beast,” which runs from Thursday, May to Sunday, May 17.

Following the Sunday show, we invite you to Birdie’s Barroom & Kitchen as we celebrate his incredible legacy.

To purchase Ballet tix, call 919.719.0900 or go to https://carolinaballet.com/program/beauty-and-the-beast

Get your tickets to Birdie's by visiting https://carolina-ballet-inc.square.site/product/richard-krusch-final-bow-celebration/175

After more than two decades on the stage, Richard will be taking his final bow on May 17th in the final show of the season.

04/25/2026

😍 There are just a few tickets left for the amazing Roots For Reece fundraiser tomorrow! Grab yours now and join us tomorrow for sooooo much good food, drinks, and music, all for a great cause! Did we mention all the incredible food? 😋

Roots For Reece Chef's Picnic - Local chefs, breweries, and purveyors come together for this annual free flowing, food festival event!

04/22/2026

Carolina Ballet's next production starts tomorrow! Anchored by George Balanchine’s Stars and Stripes, this program celebrates the spirit, diversity, and shared experience that continue to define American artistry. Including “An American in Paris,” “In the Gray,” and a world premiere by Gianna Reisen. Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.carolinaballet.com or by calling the Box Office at 919-719-0900.

Locally produced and performed! Please join us for another great Carolina Ballet production.

This April, we proudly present Celebration of America, a spirited program honoring the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Through four compelling works and the vitality of live music, we reflect on the nation’s cultural spirit, artistic legacy, and complex identity. Bursting w...

12/20/2025

From our Publisher, Crash Gregg:
"I’m incredibly proud of the work my friend Rick French poured into bringing the story of Not Without Hope to the big screen. Rick and I sat down for an interview to talk about the movie and how it came to be:
https://www.triangledowntowner.com/2025/12/19/558038/interview-with-not-without-hope-film-producer-rick-french

Sixteen years in the making, this powerful, dramatic retelling of Nick Schuyler's harrowing ordeal with three friends lost at sea off the coast of Florida has already earned strong reviews and is now playing in theaters worldwide.

Check your local listings and make time to see it. Congratulations to you both on an extraordinary achievement and all the hard work behind it."

Crash Gregg interviews Rick French on his new dramatic film, Not Without Hope, in theaters now.

12/11/2025

🐭🥁Our very own Carolina Ballet's production of Nutcracker starts tonight! Tickets are moving quickly, so no holiday FOMO! Pick a date and get yours today at https://carolinaballet.com/program/the-nutcracker. 💃

A cherished holiday tradition, The Nutcracker, presented by PNC Bank, invites audiences into a dreamlike world of wonder, where snowflakes swirl, toys come to life, and magic reigns. With Tchaikovsky’…

11/24/2025

Urban Ministries of Wake County is hosting their annual FREE drive-thru turkey and grocery giveaway tomorrow, November 25th from 2-4pm, in collaboration with the Carolina Hurricanes Foundation.

More info on their post below.

🚨We are hosting our annual FREE drive-thru turkey and grocery giveaway tomorrow, November 25th, in collaboration with the Carolina Hurricanes Foundation!🚨

📍 1390 Capital Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27603
⏰ Starts at 2:00 PM and continues until supplies run out

In a season defined by gratitude, we are especially thankful for our community and partnerships helping ensure our neighbors have a warm meal and can experience the joys of the holiday season. Share with someone you know could use support this Thanksgiving.

10/17/2025

Triangle Downtowner Magazine is proud to help sponsor the Holt Brothers Foundation and their upcoming Funkraiser charity event taking place at the Angus Barn Pavilion on Sunday, November 2nd. Watch our interview with CEO Liz McLean and co-founder Torry Holt on YouTube here:
https://youtu.be/bL-n2KGvhlU

And buy your tickets today to the wonderful event before they sell out!
https://www.holtbrothersfoundation.org/funkraiser

I sat down with Holt Brothers Foundation CEO Liz McLean and founder Torry Holt to talk about their upcoming Funkraiser event fundraiser on October at the Ang...

10/16/2025

*** Limited time offer! ***

Carolina Ballet's The Seven Deadly Sins opens tonight, and we have a special discount for tickets to either the Friday night or Saturday performances (afternoon and evening shows). For only $30, you can enjoy the world premiere of The Seven Deadly Sins with a live orchestra.

*** Tickets are only available at this price until 5pm today! ***

Visit https://carolinaballet.com/program/the-seven-deadly-sins/ and scroll down to the bottom to purchase tickets, or call their box office at 919.719.0900 and mention the discount code FLASH30.

Each sin — Pride, Envy, Wrath, Sloth, Greed, Gluttony, and Lust — is brought vividly to life through powerful storytelling and visceral movement. Set against a backdrop of discipline, tradition, and youthful rebellion, The Seven Deadly Sins blurs the line between sacred and profane, innocence an...

10/15/2025

🎃 Join us on Friday, October 24th for Gabi's Ghostly Gala and Fundraiser for Gabi's: Powered by Special Abilities! Live and silent auctions, with emcee Jes Averhart, auctioneer Chuck Kaiton, and celebrity guests Wes Harper (from the show Naked & Afraid) and Mike Dempsey (former NFL player). Ghastly drinks and hors d'oeuvres! Held on the 10th floor terrace of One Glenwood in downtown Raleigh.

☠️ Visit https://semirosas.swoogo.com/gabis for more info and tickets before they all disappear! 👻