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.
Downtown Fort Smith St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl: Friday 3/12
Get your green on and celebrate St. Patrick's Day in downtown Fort Smith. This annual event features live music and fun for adults (this is not a kid friendly event). Participating clubs and bars: Hamburger Barn, Hangin' Judge Saloon, Hero's, Kinkaid's, La Huerta, Old Town, Papa's Pub, R. Landry's, Rooster's, Varsity and Webby D's. $5 souvenir cup; $2 draw. 6 p.m.-midnight. for mre info visit www.godowntownfs.com. Please drink responsibly and for your safety and the safety of others, have a designated driver.
Fort Smith Saint Patrick's Day Parade: Saturday 3/13
This IS a family friendlt event! Join the fun at 2 p.m., on Garrison Avenue as Fort Smith kicks off their annual Saint Patrick's Day Parade. Free! For more info call 479-420-7795 or visit fortsmithsaintpatricksdayparade.com.
Miss U of A - Fort Smith Scholarship Pageant: Friday 3/13
An official preliminary to the Miss AR Scholarship Pageant and the Miss America Pageant. U of A - Fort Smith students compete in evening wear, talent, lifestyle and fitness categories at this family-friendly event. Tickets are $10. Event will be held from 7:30-10 p.m. at the Fort Smith Convention Center. For more info or tickets call 479-788-7300 or visit www.uafortsmith.edu.
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 Alma, 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.