There's so much going on this upcoming week and this weekend- you need to start planning now!
Hairspray: Wednesday, 3/10
Don't miss HAIRSPRAY, Broadway's musical-comedy phenomenon that inspired a major motion picture and won eight 2003 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. As The New York Times says, "If life were everything it should be, it would be more like HAIRSPRAY! It's irresistible!" Lots of Dickson street neighbors are offering drink and dinner specials. Call 443-5600 or visit waltonartscenter.org for more info and tickets.
Jazz at the Lincoln Center with Wynton Marsalis: Thursday 3/11
If you love jazz - then you won't want to miss "Jazz at the Lincoln Center with Wynton Marsalis" at Walton Arts Center, this Thursday at 7 p.m. Marsalis has been described as the most outstanding jazz musician and trumpeter of his generation. Currently leading the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO), Marsalis and 15 of today’s finest jazz soloists and ensemble players embark on a national tour. This is one unforgettable night of jazz you won’t want to miss. Tickets start at $45.50. Call 479-443-5600 or visit www.waltonartscenter.org for tickets.
Rodney Carrington: Friday 3/12
Comedian, actor, writer and performer, Rodney Carrington, performs at the Fort Smith Convention Center, Friday night, 7 p.m. Tickets are $39.75. Call 479-788-8932 or visit www.ticketmaster.com for tickets.
Romeo and Juliet: Saturday 3/13
Perhaps the best known play in the history of live theater, Romeo and Juliet is the greatest love story of all time. William Shakespeare's classic has been presented tens of thousands of times, as well as having been the basis for other shows, such as West Side Story, and the 1997 movie of the same name staring Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes. The American Shakespeare Center is bringing this wonderful work to the Alma PAC, on Saturday at 8 p.m. Call 479-632-2129 or visit www.almapac.org for more info and tickets.
Jamey Johnson: Saturday 3/13
Country music star Jamey Johnson takes the stage for one show only at Walton Arts Center, Saturday night. You've seen him take the stage at the CMA's and on CMT, now, see him live. Call 443-5600 or visit waltonartscenter.org for tickets.