Tuesday is for the Mid-Century Modernists

If you think “Visual Acoustics” sounds like a high-end speaker brand, you’re in for a much more aesthetic treat.

The NC Modernist Movie Series is wrapping up its seasonal run at the historic Rialto on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, with a deep dive into the lens of Julius Shulman. While architects like Frank Gehry and Richard Neutra designed the buildings, it was Shulman’s iconic photography that turned them into mid-century masterpieces in the eyes of the world.

Whether you’re a design nerd or just someone who appreciates a well-composed shot, this documentary offers a charming look at how one man shaped the California cool aesthetic.

Pro tip: Get there when doors open at 6:15 p.m. to snag your seat and a chance at the door prizes before the lights dim for the 7 p.m. showtime.

📍 The Rialto – 1620 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh, NC 27608
📅 Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | 7 p.m.
💰 $16
📎 Event Details: https://therialto.com/event/visual-acoustics/the-rialto-theatre/

It’s the final show of the series, so grab a ticket and soak up some architectural inspiration. Think of it as homework for your future dream home.

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Lisa Jeffries Nobling

Founder + Principal at Raleighwood Media Group + Raleighwood Event Group

Lisa Jeffries, a 2007 graduate of N.C. State University’s Wilson College of Textiles and Poole College of Management, has been working in marketing since 2005. Her professional work experience ranges from independent, family-owned businesses to high-growth tech startups. Lisa’s specific areas of expertise include new media and experiential marketing for service-based businesses. Passionate about her clients, cheering on the Wolfpack, live music, and rescuing animals, she is also the founder of Raleigh Food & Wine and Raleighwood Wifi. Lisa completed the NC State + SKEMA Business School MSc dual master’s degree program in Global Luxury Management in 2016, publishing a thesis, Location-Based Opportunities for Brand Marketing With Emphasis on Application Within Luxury Industries.

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