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Always…Patsy Cline

Host Organization: Cameo Theatre
Date: Sunday, May 29
Time: 3 p.m.
Venue: Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX

Always...Patsy Cline is based on the true story of Patsy Cline's friendship with Houston housewife Louise Seger. In 1961 when Cline went to Houston for a show, Seger and her buddies arrived early and, by coincidence, met Cline who was traveling alone. The two women struck up a friendship that lasted until Cline's untimely death in a plane crash in 1963. The show runs through June 19.

For more information and tickets: cameotheatre.org or (210) 212-5454. Group rates are available at (210) 325 8702.

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San Antonio Texas Children's Choir Annual Auditions

Host Organization: San Antonio Texas Children's Choir
Date: Saturday, May 28
Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Venue: Olympia Elementary School
8439 Athenian Drive, Universal City, TX

Boys and girls ages 9 - 13 who can sing soprano or alto are encouraged to come and try out. The choir is looking for singers who are willing to sing for civic, community, charity and military command events, are eager to learn music theory, ear training and performance technique, enjoy working for 1 and 1/2 hours twice weekly with monthly Saturday training, and are willing to work as a full team member in a close group.

For more information: (210) 804-1804


Hedda Gabler

Host Organization: The Classic Theatre
Date: Saturday, May 28
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Sterling Houston Theatre (Jump-Start Theatre) in the Blue Star Art Complex
116 Blue Star, San Antonio, TX 78210

Hedda Gabler is about a brilliant woman struggling for power in a man's world. This classic tale of intrigue and manipulation keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. The play runs through May 29

For more information: 1-800-838-3006 or classictheatre.org


Fiesta Noche del Rio

Host Organization: The Alamo Kiwanis Club Charities, Inc.
Date: Saturday, May 21
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Venue: Arneson River Theatre

This marks the 55th season of Fiesta Noche del Rio – the longest-running outdoor musical revue of its kind in the U.S. The program will feature music from Spain, Argentina and some country favorites. Dances from Mexico will also be performed. Shows will be performed every Friday and Saturday night through August 13

For more information and tickets: (210) 226-4651 or fiestanochedelrio.com




10th Roots Music Season Kickoff

Host Organization: Gillespie County Historical Society
Date: Saturday, May 28
Time: 6 p.m.
Venue: Pioneer Museum
325 West Main Street, Fredericksburg,

The 10th season of the Roots Music concert series will feature top musical acts, many performing for the first time in Fredericksburg. The kickoff concert is a night of bluegrass and newgrass on with Tennessee Valley Authority, Sugar Bayou, and the Saltgrass Band. There will be dinner and drinks. Serving begins at 5 p.m.

For more information: 830-997-2835, pioneermuseum.net or info@pioneermuseum.net


SAY Sí Annual Watercolor Exhibit

Host Organization: SAY Sí, the La Villita Tenant’s Association and the City of San Antonio
Date: Saturday, May 28
Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Venue: La Villita in Bolivar Hall & Shops

SAY Sí’s Middle School and High School Visual Arts Students present their annual watercolor exhibit. The exhibit features watercolor works that explore the historically rich and unique landmarks of San Antonio and the beauty of Native Texas flora. All work is for sale and benefits the SAY Sí student artists and programs.

For more information: saysi.org or (210) 212-8666


Always…Patsy Cline

Host Organization: Cameo Theatre
Date: Saturday, May 28
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX

Always...Patsy Cline is based on the true story of Patsy Cline's friendship with Houston housewife Louise Seger. Having first heard Cline on the "Arthur Godfrey Show" in 1957, Seger became an immediate and avid fan of Cline's. In 1961 when Cline went to Houston for a show, Seger and her buddies arrived early and, by coincidence, met Cline who was traveling alone. The two women struck up a friendship that lasted until Cline's untimely death in a plane crash in 1963. The show runs through June 19.

For more information and tickets: cameotheatre.org or (210) 212-5454. Group rates are available at (210) 325 8702.

For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at tpr.org

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Fiesta Noche del Rio

Host Organization: The Alamo Kiwanis Club Charities, Inc.
Date: Friday, May 27
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Venue: Arneson River Theatre

This marks the 55th season of Fiesta Noche del Rio – the longest-running outdoor musical revue of its kind in the U.S. The program will feature music from Spain, Argentina and some country favorites. Dances from Mexico will also be performed. Shows will be performed every Friday and Saturday night through August 13

For more information and tickets: (210) 226-4651 or fiestanochedelrio.com


Hedda Gabler

Host Organization: The Classic Theatre
Date: Friday, May 27
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Sterling Houston Theatre (Jump-Start Theatre) in the Blue Star Art Complex
116 Blue Star, San Antonio, TX 78210

Hedda Gabler is about a brilliant woman struggling for power in a man's world. This classic tale of intrigue and manipulation keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. The play runs through May 29

For more information: 1-800-838-3006 or classictheatre.org


Mongolian Horsehead Fiddle Rock Concert

Host Organization: Confucius Institute at UTSA and San Antonio Chinese Alliance
Date: Friday, May 27
Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Venue: Palo Alto College, Performing Arts Center
2491 W. Chavaneaux Road, San Antonio, TX.

The event will celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month by showcasing Super Orient Courser, an award-winning modern folk music ensemble from China.

For more information: gborzigin@yahoo.com or (210) 628-9088


Always…Patsy Cline

Host Organization: Cameo Theatre
Date: Friday, May 27
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX

Always...Patsy Cline is based on the true story of Patsy Cline's friendship with Houston housewife Louise Seger. Having first heard Cline on the "Arthur Godfrey Show" in 1957, Seger became an immediate and avid fan of Cline's. In 1961 when Cline went to Houston for a show, Seger and her buddies arrived early and, by coincidence, met Cline who was traveling alone. The two women struck up a friendship that lasted until Cline's untimely death in a plane crash in 1963. The show runs through June 19.

For more information and tickets: cameotheatre.org or (210) 212-5454. Group rates are available at (210) 325 8702.

For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at tpr.org

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Golden Age of Cinema Alamedita Film Series: "Pancho Villa"

Host Organization: The Museo Alameda
Date: Thursday, May 26
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Venue: The Museo Alameda
101 S. Santa Rosa, San Antonio, TX 78207

As part of their Spring/Summer Museo Alameda Film Series Pancho Villa El Ãngel y El Fierro will be showing.

For more information: (210) 299- 4300 or thealameda.org


Hedda Gabler

Host Organization: The Classic Theatre
Date: Thursday, May 26
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Sterling Houston Theatre (Jump-Start Theatre) in the Blue Star Art Complex
116 Blue Star, San Antonio, TX 78210

Hedda Gabler is about a brilliant woman struggling for power in a man's world. This classic tale of intrigue and manipulation keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. The play runs through May 29.

For more information: 1-800-838-3006 or classictheatre.org


Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

Host Organization: Edgewood Fine Arts Academy
Date: Thursday, May 26
Time: 7 p.m.
Venue: Edgewood Theatre of the Performing Arts
402 Lance Street (between SW 34th and SW 36th)

Roald Dahl’s timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir comes to life in this stage adaptation of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, which features the songs from the classic family film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.

For more information: (210) 444-7529

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Texas Wildflower Tour

Host Organization: Hill Country Arts Foundation
Date: Tuesday, May 24
Venue: Hill Country Arts Foundation
120 Point Theatre Road, Ingram, TX

Take a tour of Texas wildflowers through the eyes of our hill country artists at the Hill Country Arts Foundation. The exhibit is on display through May 28.

For more information: (830) 367-5120

For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at tpr.org

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Las Casas Scholarship Competition

Host Organization: Las Casas Foundation
Date: Sunday, May 22
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Venue: Charline McCombs Empire Theatre
226 South St. Mary's Street, San Antonio, TX

Talented high school seniors will give it their all in acting, song and dance at the competition performance for finalists in the Las Casas High School Scholarships for Excellence in the Performing Arts. Scholarship awards will be presented at the end of the performances. Tickets will be available at the Majestic Box Office.

For more information and tickets: (800) 745-3000, lascasasfoundation.org or (210) 223-4343


Let There Be Light

Host Organization: San Antonio Chamber Choir
Date: Sunday, May 21
Time: 4 p.m.
Venue: Basilica of the Little Flower
North Zarzamora and Kentucky Avenue, San Antonio, TX

Guest are invited to celebrate another season with a very important premiere by American composer Timothy Kramer. His newly composed Light cycle will be performed in its entirety. Each of the five pieces are based on a different spiritual interpretation of light. Songs of earth, fire, and water will bring this program of elements and the Missions season to a close.

For more information and tickets: sachamber.com


Night Watch

Host Organization: The Wimberley Players
Date: Sunday, May 22
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Venue: Wimberley Playhouse
450 Old Kyle Road, Wimberley, TX

This thriller by Lucille Fletcher and directed by Nathan Villareal builds steadily in menace and suspense until the final, breath-stopping moment of its unexpected, "twist" ending. The NY Times described it as a “first-class example of its genre." This is the final performance.

For more information and tickets: wimberleyplayers.org or through the box office at 512-847-0575

For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at
tpr.org

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Fiesta Noche del Rio

Host Organization: The Alamo Kiwanis Club Charities, Inc.
Date: Saturday, May 21
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Venue: Arneson River Theatre

This marks the 55th season of Fiesta Noche del Rio – the longest-running outdoor musical revue of its kind in the U.S. The program will feature music from Spain, Argentina and some country favorites. Dances from Mexico will also be performed. Shows will be performed every Friday and Saturday night through August 13

For more information and tickets: (210) 226-4651 or fiestanochedelrio.com


The Texas Children's Choir Presents: Music and the Spoken Word

Host Organization: The Texas Children's Choir
Date: Saturday, May 21
Time: 7 p.m.
Venue: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
8801 Midcrown Drive, San Antonio, TX

Guests can experience classical, spiritual, and patriotic music by the Texas Children’s Choir. In years past they have preformed with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and at Notre Dame and at Normandy Beach for President Bush

For more information: (210) 842-3361 or texaschildrenschoir.org


Let There Be Light

Host Organization: San Antonio Chamber Choir
Date: Saturday, May 21
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Mission Concepcion
807 Mission Road, San Antonio, TX

Guest are invited to celebrate another season with a very important premiere by American composer Timothy Kramer. His newly composed Light cycle will be performed in its entirety. Each of the five pieces are based on a different spiritual interpretation of light. Songs of earth, fire, and water will bring this program of elements and the Missions season to a close.

For more information and tickets: sachamber.com


Night Watch

Host Organization: The Wimberley Players
Date: Saturday, May 21
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Wimberley Playhouse
450 Old Kyle Road, Wimberley, TX

This thriller by Lucille Fletcher and directed by Nathan Villareal builds steadily in menace and suspense until the final, breath-stopping moment of its unexpected, "twist" ending. The NY Times described it as a “first-class example of its genre."

For more information and tickets: wimberleyplayers.org or through the box office at 512-847-0575


Hedda Gabler

Host Organization: The Classic Theatre
Date: Saturday, May 21
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Sterling Houston Theatre (Jump-Start Theatre) in the Blue Star Art Complex
116 Blue Star, San Antonio, TX 78210

Hedda Gabler is about a brilliant woman struggling for power in a man's world. This classic tale of intrigue and manipulation keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. The play runs through May 29.

For more information: 1-800-838-3006 or classictheatre.org

For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at tpr.org

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Hill Country Deco: Modernistic Architecture of Central Texas Signing and Reading

Host Organization: The Museo Alameda
Date: Friday, May 20
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Venue: The Museo Alameda
101 S. Santa Rosa, San Antonio, TX 78207

Using a host of vibrant images, David Bush and Jim Parsons' Hill Country Deco: Modernistic Architecture of Central Texas illustrates the history and evolution of the Art Deco, Art Moderne and WPA Deco styles in Central Texas. The sweeping curves of the Alameda Theater in San Antonio exhibit over-the-top Art Moderne styling.

For more information: (210) 299-4300 or thealameda.org


Fiesta Noche del Rio

Host Organization: The Alamo Kiwanis Club Charities, Inc.
Date: Friday, May 20
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Venue: Arneson River Theatre

This marks the 55th season of Fiesta Noche del Rio – the longest-running outdoor musical revue of its kind in the U.S. The program will feature music from Spain, Argentina and some country favorites. Dances from Mexico will also be performed. Shows will be performed every Friday and Saturday night through August 13

For more information and tickets: (210) 226-4651 or fiestanochedelrio.com


Night Watch

Host Organization: The Wimberley Players
Date: Friday, May 20
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Wimberley Playhouse
450 Old Kyle Road, Wimberley, TX

This thriller by Lucille Fletcher and directed by Nathan Villareal builds steadily in menace and suspense until the final, breath-stopping moment of its unexpected, "twist" ending. The NY Times described it as a “first-class example of its genre."

For more information and tickets: wimberleyplayers.org or through the box office at 512-847-0575


Hedda Gabler

Host Organization: The Classic Theatre
Date: Friday, May 20
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Sterling Houston Theatre (Jump-Start Theatre) in the Blue Star Art Complex
116 Blue Star, San Antonio, TX 78210

Hedda Gabler is about a brilliant woman struggling for power in a man's world. This classic tale of intrigue and manipulation keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. The play runs through May 29.

For more information: 1-800-838-3006 or classictheatre.org

For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at
tpr.org

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Japanese Christian Friends of Israel Chorale in Concert

Host Organization: Congregation Israel of San Antonio
Date: Thursday, May 19
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Venue: Temple Beth El
211 Belknap Place, San Antonio TX

The 40 member Japanese "Makhelat Hashachar" mixed Chorus of Kyoto, Japan returns to San Antonio to present an evening of choral music in Hebrew with traditional dances and instruments.

For more information: (210) 387-2436 or congregationisraelsatx.org


Artists of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico "On the Road"

Host Organization: Huisache Grill
Date: Thursday, May 19
Time: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Venue: Huisache Grill
303 W. San Antonio Street, New Braunfels, TX

The event is a reception for three celebrated artists. Exhibition features dozens of drawings, paintings and photographs.

For more information: (830) 620-9001 or huisache.com


The Irish Curse

Host Organization: AtticRep
Date: Thursday, May 19
Time: 8 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Venue: Attic Theater, Trinity University

The Irish Curse: A Comedy About Guys With a Tiny Problem by Martin Casella is a revealing portrait of how men, and society, define masculinity. The play runs through May 29.

For more information and tickets: (210) 999-8524 and www.atticrep.org


Hedda Gabler

Host Organization: The Classic Theatre
Date: Thursday, May 19
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Sterling Houston Theatre (Jump-Start Theatre) in the Blue Star Art Complex
116 Blue Star, San Antonio, TX 78210

Hedda Gabler is about a brilliant woman struggling for power in a man's world. This classic tale of intrigue and manipulation keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. The play runs through May 29.

For more information: 1-800-838-3006 or classictheatre.org

For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at
tpr.org

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Musical Offerings presents Jazz Meets Classical XIX…Meets Dance

Host Organization: Musical Offerings
Date: Tuesday, May 17
Time: 7 p.m.
Venue: Trinity University, Ruth Taylor Concert Hall

The program is a unique collaboration between jazz and classical musicians now in its nineteenth season. Featured will be the 13-piece Jazz Meets Classical ensemble performing music of Dizzy Gillespie, Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, James Balentine, and others. Special guests include dancers performing the jitterbug, be-bop, tango and contemporary.

For more information and tickets: musicalofferings.org


Texas Wildflower Tour

Host Organization: Hill Country Arts Foundation
Date: Tuesday, May 17
Venue: Hill Country Arts Foundation
120 Point Theatre Road, Ingram, TX

Take a tour of Texas wildflowers through the eyes of our hill country artists at the Hill Country Arts Foundation. The exhibit is on display through May 28.

For more information: (830) 367-5120


SAMAlliance Student Exhibition and Reception

Host Organization: San Antonio Museum of Art
Date: Tuesday, May 17
Time: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Venue: San Antonio Museum of Art
200 West Jones Avenue

The event is a student exhibition showcasing artworks made by students of the Good Samaritan Community Services Center during their year-long participation in the Museum’s SAMAlliance program.

For more information: samuseum.org

For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at
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Musical Offerings presents Jazz Meets Classical XIX…Meets Dance

Host Organization: San Antonio Museum of Art
Date: Monday, May 16
Time: 7 p.m.
Venue: San Antonio Museum of Art
200 West Jones Avenue, San Antonio, TX

The program is a unique collaboration between jazz and classical musicians now in its nineteenth season. Featured will be the 13-piece Jazz Meets Classical ensemble performing music of Dizzy Gillespie, Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, James Balentine, and others. Special guests include dancers performing the jitterbug, be-bop, tango and contemporary.

For more information: samuseum.org or (210) 978-8121

For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at tpr.org

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Monky Business

Host Organization: Boerne Community Theatre
Date: Friday, May 13
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Boerne Community Theatre
907 E. Blanco, Boerne, TX

Monky Business is a musical comedy by Todd Mueller and Hank Boland. The fun-loving monks of Saint Bernard's monastery are in a jam. They have just learned that a real-estate developer is about to turn their monastery into a gambling hall. Unless the merry Men in Brown can raise $250,000 dollars by midnight, they are done for. Luckily, the Brothers have a divine plan. They are hosting a radiothon fundraiser with plenty of singing, dancing and vaudeville routines.

For more information: (830) 249-9166 or boernetheatre.org


Fiesta Noche del Rio

Host Organization: The Alamo Kiwanis Club Charities, Inc.
Date: Friday, May 13
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Venue: Arneson River Theatre

This marks the 55th season of Fiesta Noche del Rio – the longest-running outdoor musical revue of its kind in the U.S. The program will feature music from Spain, Argentina and some country favorites. Dances from Mexico will also be performed. Shows will be performed every Friday and Saturday night through August 13

For more information and tickets: (210) 226-4651 or fiestanochedelrio.com


Fredericksburg Chorale Spring Concert

Host Organization: Fredericksburg Chorale
Date: Friday, May 13
Time: 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Venue: Zion Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall
426 W. Main, Fredericksburg, TX

The Fredericksburg Chorale sings Glorias by Vivaldi, Bach, Monteverdi, Ramirez, Hierholzer and features new works by Elizabeth Walton.

For more information: (830) 997-6869 or fredericksburgchorale.org


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The Brass Goes Pop!

Host Organization: The San Antonio Brass
Date: Wednesday, May 11
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Abiding Presence Lutheran Church
14700 San Pedro Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78232

“The Brass goes Pop!", a whirlwind tour through popular music of the past century beginning with a gazebo concert in the park to the big band dances of World War II and finishing with the British invasion of rock and roll.

For more information: sabrass.org

For a complete list of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at
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Itchy Acres Artist's Community Plus One

Host Organization: Gallery Nord
Date: Tuesday, May 10
Venue: Gallery Nord
2009 NW Military Highway, San Antonio, TX

The exhibit, Itchy Acres Artist's Community Plus One, features sculptors Lee Littlefield, Tim Glover, Carter Ernst, Paul Kittelson, Ed Wilson and Steve Murphy together with the painters, mixed media and print making artists Liza Littlefield, John Runnels, Charlie Jean
Sartwelle and Magda Boltz-Wilson. The exhibit will run through June 18.

For more information: gallerynord.com


SOLI Dance Party

Host Organization: SOLI Chamber Ensemble
Date: Tuesday, May 10
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Trinity University, Ruth Taylor Recital Hall

“DJ SOLI”, in collaboration with Marcus Rubio of the Marcus Rubio and the gospel choir of pillows will create a "club" atmosphere for you to dance to – with some "classic" favorites like DBR, Hendrix, Piazzolla, Mackey and more.

For more information: (210) 485-9330 or solichamberensemble.com

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“A Mother’s Day Musical Shower of Roses” Annual Concert

Host Organization: San Pedro Playhouse
Date: Sunday, May 8
Time: 7 p.m.
Venue: Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower
1715 N. Zarzamora Street, San Antonio, TX

This year’s program will feature the Children’s Chorus of San Antonio performing music by Latin American composers. They will join the Mastersingers in a setting of Psalm 150 by Argentine
composer Alberto Ginastera. For the second half, the Mastersingers will present James
Whitbourn’s Son of God Mass, written for voices, organ and soprano saxophone. Morgan King
will be the featured saxophonists in this jazz-influenced setting of the Latin Mass.

For more information and tickets: samastersingers.org or (210) 244-1790


Tchaikovsky Birthday Bash!

Host Organization: Musical Bridges Around the World
Date: Sunday, May 8
Time: 3 p.m.
Venue: San Antonio College, McAllister Auditorium

For their 5th and final concert of the season, Musical Bridges presents Houston Grand Opera Studio star and native San Antonian, mezzo-soprano Catherine Martin, and world famous, Russian bass-baritone, Nikita Storojev, singing a fabulous selection of Tchaikovsky’s most romantic arias. The celebration continues, featuring brightly costumed dancers from New York City, Russian-trained members of the popular folk ensemble “Barynya,” as well as Russian accordion and balalaika duo "Kalinka," presenting a combination of unique instruments and repertoire that showcase the artists' heritage. “Meet the Artists” chocolate fountain reception follows the concert.

For more information and tickets: musicalbridges.org


Stone Carving Workshop

Host Organization: Majestic Ranch Arts Foundation
Date: Sunday, May 8
Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Venue: Majestic Ranch Pavillion
543 Highway 46W, Boerne, TX

Dallas artist, Art Wells, will share his unique techniques for face carving, copying work and finishing in stone. Day II will cover the use of pointing method, sanding methods and will include hands-on carving time. The workshop is open to all levels, teen to adult.

For more information and to register: mraf.org

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Untitled (or whatever you call it this time) and Prozac and Cheez Doodles

Host Organization: San Pedro Playhouse
Date: Saturday, May 7
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: San Pedro Playhouse, Cellar Theatre
800 W. Ashby, San Antonio, TX

Gloria Sanchez, local comedienne and artist, is presenting two one-woman short plays in response to inspirational visual art at the McNay Art Museum. Untitled (or whatever you call it this time) is commissioned by the McNay Art Museum as a response to Sandy Skoglund's photograph Gathering Paradise. Prozac and Cheez Doodles is commissioned by the McNay Art Museum for the exhibitions New Image Sculpture and Sandy Skoglund: The Cocktail Party. The play runs through May 15.

For more information and tickets: (210) 733-7258 or sanpedroplayhouse.com

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Everything in Life - The Art of Joe Sears Exhibition Opening

Host Organization: Rendon Photography & Fine Art
Date: Friday, May 6
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Venue: Rendon Photography & Fine Art
733 S. Alamo Street, San Antonio, TX

Actor Joe Sears, best known for his characters in the Greater Tuna series, will be featured in a one-person show. The works showcase his travels away from the cities where the plays run and instead focus on the countryside and the beaches. The exhibit will feature folk art, watercolor textures and works from the artist’s “windblown” series. The work will be on view through July 1.

For more information: (210) 288-4900 or alrendon.com


First Friday Reading Series

Host Organization: Gemini Ink
Date: Friday, May 6
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Venue: Gemini Ink
513 S. Presa, San Antonio, TX 78205

The featured readers for the event will be Nelly Rosario and Tinka Tarver.

For more information: (210) 734-9673 or geminiink.org


Angela Brown: Concert of Arias, Art Songs and Spirituals

Host Organization: Playhouse 2000
Date: Friday, May 6
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Cailloux Theatre
Kerrville, TX

Angela Brown is an American dramatic soprano. Brown has sung leading operatic roles in major opera houses throughout North America, Europe, Africa and New Zealand and has earned a number of awards.

For more information and tickets: caillouxtheater.com


Untitled (or whatever you call it this time) and Prozac and Cheez Doodles

Host Organization: San Pedro Playhouse
Date: Friday, May 6
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: San Pedro Playhouse, Cellar Theatre
800 W. Ashby, San Antonio, TX

Gloria Sanchez, local comedienne and artist, is presenting two one-woman short plays in response to inspirational visual art at the McNay Art Museum. Untitled (or whatever you call it this time) is commissioned by the McNay Art Museum as a response to Sandy Skoglund's photograph Gathering Paradise. Prozac and Cheez Doodles is commissioned by the McNay Art Museum for the exhibitions New Image Sculpture and Sandy Skoglund: The Cocktail Party. The play runs through May 15.

For more information and tickets: (210) 733-7258 or sanpedroplayhouse.com


SAY Sí’s Graduating Seniors Present: Continuum Of Concepts

Host Organization: SAY Sí
Date: Friday, May 6
Time: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Venue: SAY Sí Central
1518 South Alamo Street, San Antonio, Texas 78204

The exhibit will showcase the drawings, paintings, sculptures, mixed media installations, and film projects of the 2011 graduating class. The exhibit will be comprised of the senior student’s previous and most recent works in an exhibit that not only shows their well-crafted creative products, but also illuminates the process that drives them to make their art. The exhibit runs through May 27

For more information: (210) 212-8666 or saysi.org


Youth Filmmakers Document Relevant Issues from a Local Perspective

Host Organization: SAY Sí
Date: Friday, May 6
Time: 7 p.m.
Venue: SAY Sí Central Black Box Office
1518 South Alamo Street, San Antonio, Texas 78204

The event will feature a special screening of short documentaries created by SAY Sí media arts students. The focus will be on some of today’s most important and controversial issues affecting San Antonio citizens and their community.

For more information: (210) 212-8666 or saysi.org

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Project: Sing! Harlandale

Host Organization: Children's Chorus of San Antonio
Date: Tuesday, May 3
Time: 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Venue: Harlandale Middle School
300 West Huff Avenue, San Antonio, TX

The Children’s Chorus of an Antonio will perform a finale concert of Project: Sing! Project: Sing! is a neighborhood-based satellite program that gives area children the opportunity to sing, learn, share and excel right in their own back yard. Singers represent ten schools spanning grades 3-6 and receive the same level of curriculum and instruction as CCSA’s core programs.

For more information: (210) 826-3447 or childrenschorussa.org


Curator’s Choice Gallery Talk: Glazed Figural Ceramics of the Sui Dynasty (581-607)

Host Organization: San Antonio Museum of Art
Date: Tuesday, May 3
Time: 6 p.m.
Venue: San Antonio Museum of Art
200 West Jones Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78215

John Johnston, Coates-Cowden-Brown Curator of Asian Art will be the featured speaker. The distinctive yellow and green glazes of the Sui dynasty are evident on a number of tomb figures in SAMA's permanent collection including images of musicians, generals, and officials.
Admission Price: Free

For more information: (210) 978-8100 or samuseum.org

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The Brass Goes Pop!

Host Organization: The San Antonio Brass
Date: Monday, May 2
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: First Presbyterian Church
800 Jefferson Street, Kerrville, TX 78028

“The Brass goes Pop!", a whirlwind tour through popular music of the past century beginning with a gazebo concert in the park to the big band dances of World War II and finishing with the British invasion of rock and roll.

For more information: sabrass.org or 210-861-6840

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Full Circle: A Life of Love Concert

Host Organization: Bulverde Spring Branch Library
Date: Sunday, May 1
Time: 2:15 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Venue: Bulverde Spring Branch Library
131 Bulverde Crossing Road, Bulverde, TX

Voci di Sorelle, a female a cappaella vocal ensemble will present a concert using music and poetry to sketch the seasons of life. There will be a special pre-concert introduction. Refreshments will be served.

For more information: (830) 438-4864 or bulverdespringbranchlibrary.org


The Golden Age of Radio

Host Organization: University of Incarnate Word Theatre Department and The Extended Run Players
Date: Sunday, May 1
Time: 2 p.m.
Venue: University of the Incarnate Word, Cheever Downstage II Theatre

The program features episodes of Father Knows Best, Fibber McGee and Molly and Life of Riley.
For more information and reservations: (210) 829-3800


Untitled (or whatever you call it this time) and Prozac and Cheez Doodles

Host Organization: San Pedro Playhouse
Date: Sunday, May 1
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Venue: San Pedro Playhouse, Cellar Theatre
800 W. Ashby, San Antonio, TX

Gloria Sanchez, local comedienne and artist, is presenting two one-woman short plays in response to inspirational visual art at the McNay Art Museum. Untitled (or whatever you call it this time) is commissioned by the McNay Art Museum as a response to Sandy Skoglund's photograph Gathering Paradise. Prozac and Cheez Doodles is commissioned by the McNay Art Museum for the exhibitions New Image Sculpture and Sandy Skoglund: The Cocktail Party, on view through May 8. The play runs through May 15.

For more information and tickets: (210) 733-7258 or sanpedroplayhouse.com

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