March 24, 2011

FRIDAY and SATURDAY

March 25-26….Bernstein's Candide - What is the musical stage work Candide? How should it be classified? Is it an opera? An operetta? A musical comedy? A musical drama? It is none of the above, and it is all of the above. It is the story of a young man on a "quest" to find the truth-or at least a coping mechanism. His instructor, Dr. Pangloss, has gone to great lengths to educate him on the best of all possible worlds. Candide discovers through his travels to foreign and exotic lands, that the best of all possible worlds does not exist-as a physical place. It is more a state of mind.This work is based on the existential musings of the French Philosopher François-Marie Arouet or Voltaire. The genius of Leonard Bernstein has made the show a riotous comedy. Get ready to laugh! Tickets through Select-A-Seat at 770-2000. Allen Theatre, Texas Tech Campus; 7 p.m.

March 25-26…."Minnie’s Pearls 2" – If you were one of the hundreds that saw “Minnie’s Pearls” debut in the fall you won’t want to miss this sequel introducing the incredible, multi-talented Will Banister as George Jones and Merle Haggard and the breath taking Amber Pennington as Dolly Parton and Tammy Wynette. There will be a special guest appearance by 8 year old future superstar Avery Winter as Brenda Lee. Once again Cactus favorites Jane Prince Jones and Kurt Kiser will portray Minnie Pearl and Porter Wagoner. Tickets are $25. For more information or to reserve your tickets call 762-3233. Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave; 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY

March 25-27 (repeats April 1-3, 8-10)…Lubbock Community Theatre presents: “Moon Over Buffalo” - Follow Charlotte and George Hay, an aging acting couple who are not exactly star material as they tour Buffalo in 1953 with a repertory company. Fate has given the Hays one more shot at stardom in The Scarlet Pimpernel epic, and Hollywood director Frank Capra himself is en route to Buffalo to catch a matinee performance of their show. Will Charlotte appear or run off their agent. Will George be sober enough to emote? These questions and many others are answered in this hilarious valentine to Theatre hams everywhere. Rating: Comedy: PG-13. For tickets visit lubbockcommunitytheatre.org or call 806-749-2416. Lubbock Community Theatre, 4232 Boston Avenue; Friday and Saturday: 8 p.m., Sunday: 2 p.m.

SATURDAY

March 26….Lubbock Arboretum Make-and-Take Rain Barrel Workshop - There are spots available in this Saturday’s workshop, and with those April showers on the way there is no better time to get your barrel and set it up. There are now 50 gallon barrels available in addition to the 35 gallon barrels!! Quantities are limited each month, so reserve your space quickly! Families and friends are welcome to join you as you paint your barrel. Workshop prices are “per barrel” instead of “per person”, so the more the merrier! Please bring cash or check with you, as they are not equipped to process credit card payments. Please call 806.790.3921 for more information. Hodges Community Center, 4011 University Avenue. The workshop begins at 12 p.m. and lasts a maximum of 3 hours.

March 26….CATS Playhouse “Society Paige” & Silent Auction - Join CATS Playhouse for light refreshments, interactive entertainment, and shopping. Enjoy the “Society Paige” written and directed by local playwright Whitney Ryan Garrity. Whitney Ryan Garrity has numerous published plays. His works have been performed throughout the United States and abroad. Silent Auction throughout the evening with opening bids as low as $20! (no credit cards accepted ~ cash or check only). Support Community Theater in Lubbock while you shop. Admission is $10 per person. Space is limited ~ advanced ticket purchase required. For more information, contact Whitney Ryan Garrity whitplay@hotmail.com ~ (806) 749-3465. *Note that this event is not being held at the new CATS Playhouse location, which is 2257 34th Street (806-792-0501). Please join them for the first show of the season at the new location, Adam's Eve, opening April 8, 2011. All proceeds benefit CATS Playhouse. The Baymont Inn & Suites (formerly Lubbock Inn), 3901 19th St; 6 p.m.- 9:30 p.m.

March 26….George Strait and Reba McEntire with special guest Lee Ann Womack in Concert - This impressive concert lineup of three of country music's brightest and enduring stars is officially listed as SOLD OUT...but certainly a few scattered seats remain throughout the arena. Remaining tickets available through Select-A-Seat. United Spirit Arena, 1701 Indiana Avenue; 7 p.m.

SUNDAY Only

March 27….I Enjoy Being A Girl Tea Party Celebration - Calling all girls young and old! Come celebrate being a girl! Hear from Belle, Rapunzel and Mulan what it means to them to be a girl. Special musical performance will be included. Get a tea lesson from the Fairy Godmother. Enjoy our fun fashion show and tea party activities. Bring a girl's clothing item to donate to Lubbock Impact's clothes closet and have your picture made with a princess. Tickets are only $10. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door. For more information or to purchase tickets to this event, call 806-795-7344 or email hubperformingarts@att.net. This event is a fundraiser for Hub Performing Art School's Advanced Performance Team. Lubbock Impact, 2707 34th St., (34th and Boston); 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Looking at Next Week and Beyond

April 1-2......Celebrity Attractions presents: "Legally Blonde"
April 4…......1st Annual Meadow Mile
April 5…......Festival of Nations
April 8-9…...Lubbock Symphony: Enlightened Empire
April 8-10….33rd Annual Lubbock Arts Festival
April 9-10....Sesame Street Live
April 10….....6th Annual Golden Fork Culinary Competition
April 14-16…Friends of the Wolfforth Library Sale

"Kids' Fun Fair 2011"
Vendor Spaces Available for April 30 Event

It’s almost that time of year again! We're excited to announce the plans for Kid’s Fun Fair 2011…and this year, there's more fun for everyone! Our event will take place on Saturday, April 30th, at the Science Spectrum.

Kid’s Fun Fair 2011 allows business owners, parents and their kids the opportunity to learn about the services and products available in our community in a lively, energetic environment. Vendors who have participated in the past include: pre-schools, summer camps, private schools, churches, children’s party entertainment services, community health professionals and a wide variety of family-friendly businesses.

The fair will run from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on April 30th with entertainment in the form of clowns, children’s performance groups and some new surprises for those who've attended our events in the past!

Prospective vendors may email info@lubbockfunclub.com for more information on how to participate in this exciting community event tailored especially for parents and kids of all ages.

Last Week's Trivia Winner....

The Question: Which actress played the lead in the Hollywood film "Legally Blonde" ???

Answer: Reese Witherspoon

Winner: Karen H. of Artesia, NM

Got an idea especially for the ladies?
steph@lubbockfunclub.com

Got an idea to promote something just for the guys?
shane@lubbockfunclub.com

Special event coming up? Send us the details!
info@lubbockfunclub.com

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