Lubbock entertainment in brief
Texas Tech to host art gallery
Texas Tech University’s Women’s & Gender Studies in collaboration with the School of Art, will host the “Hide and Seek: Neighborhood Space” exhibit throughout the month of March in celebration of Women’s History Month.
The event will be hosted by the Charles Adams Studio Project at 1106 Fifth St., through March 23.
The gallery will serve as a participatory workshop studio space, accommodating collaborators from both the Lubbock and Texas Tech communities. The gallery will highlight special topics taught by Texas Tech’s WGS faculty. The faculty and students of WGS 4301 “Guerilla Girls to RuPaul: The Politics of Feminist Art” will be among the participants of the exhibit, which is embedded in the course.
For more information, contact CASP at (806) 928-4529 or search #hideandseekLBK on Facebook and Instagram.
Ragtown Gospel opens season with 'Thee Hallelujahs'
Ragtown Gospel Theater in Post presents "Thee Hallelujahs: Coast To Coast Holy Ghost Revival Crusade" for performances on March 18 and 25; and April 1, 8 and 15, at 3 p.m.
It’s been 10 years since The Reverend Joey Hallelujah crashed his private jet on Patmos, where he met John the Apostle.
A lot of things have changed for Joey in the meantime. But the one thing that hasn’t changed is his passion for preaching the Gospel. He’s decided to take his whole family and go back to his roots, launching a coast-to-coast, old-fashioned tent revival. He’ll be traveling city to city across America, starting at Plymouth Rock, proclaiming the Way, the Truth, and the Life of Jesus.
This production was written by Chip Polk and directed by Glenn Polk.
Tickets are $22 for adults and $10 for children. Veterans and active military personnel are always admitted for free. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://ragtown.com/
Alamo presents 'Bill and Ted" movie party
Party on, dudes.
Alamo Drafthouse Lubbock is hosting a "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure" movie party at 6 p.m. on Sunday, March 12.
Bill S. Preston, Esq. (Alex Winter) and Ted “Theodore” Logan (that other guy) are high school seniors on the verge of failing history. Their only hope is to deliver an impressive final report on how people from the past would view the world today. Their success is also the only hope for the citizens of the future, who rely on the music of Bill and Ted’s band Wyld Stallyns to fuel their idyllic society. That’s why Rufus (George Carlin) is sent back in time to help the guys pass history and keep the band together.
While just watching "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure" is already most non-heinous, at our Movie Party you can LIVE the adventure thanks to a stuffed phone booth worth of props – Inflatable guitars! Guitar picks! Phone keychains! – and pre-movie shenanigans to truly celebrate the righteousness of those Wyld Stallyns in a theater packed with fellow acolytes.
Tickets to this special movie party are $15.15 and available online in advance at drafthouse.com/lubbock
Alamo presents 'Dracula' brunch
Sink your fangs into a special brunch menu when Alamo Drafthouse Lubbock presents "Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992)" brunch at 11 a.m. Sunday, March 12.
You’ve got yourself Gary Oldman in extravagant makeup. You’ve got Anthony Hopkins chewing up scene after scene. You’ve got Tom Waits eating bugs. You’ve got blood shooting out of Keanu Reeves’ nipples. What more do you want?!
Tickets for this special screening are $10 and available online in advance at drafthouse.com/lubbock/ Moviegoers can order from a special brunch menu or the regular menu.
AC/DC cover to perform at Cactus
Noise Pollution: The AC/DC Experience comes to the Cactus Theater at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 17.
AC/DC fans can celebrate because Noise Pollution pays tribute to the Aussie heavyweights of rock ’n’ roll. Based in San Diego, Noise Pollution delivers an amazing replication of the AC/DC concert experience from both the Bon Scott and Brian Johnson periods. Fronted by Francis Crouse on vocals and Curt Fischer on lead guitar, Noise Pollution presents a chronological look into the music of AC/DC. Because of the monumental nature of their predecessors’ vocals and guitar work, this is a rare and impressive accomplishment.
Tickets for this show are $27.50 for the first six floor rows (A-F); $25 for remaining floor rows (G-M); $20 for standard balcony; and $50 for balcony box seats, which include concessions. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Nichols brings classic country to Cook's
Country music mainstay Joe Nichols is coming to Cook's Garage, 11002 Highway 87, at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 18.
From his first radio smash, 2002's "The Impossible," to 2021's Home Run," Nichols has done things his own way, blurring the boundaries between country music's past and present. Nichols is probably best known for his hit "Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off," along with "Brokenheartsville," "Sunny and 75" and "The Impossible."
Advance general admission tickets are $25 (plus taxes and fees); and $33 (plus taxes and fees) the day of the show. This is an indoor concert with a clear bag policy and no outside food or drinks allowed.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://cooksgarage.us/
Comedy tour coming to Cactus
William Lee Martin brings his Comedy Stampede tour to the Cactus Theater at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 18.
Martin is a story-telling, stand-up comedian who wants to make you laugh after a long day. He’s a regular at the Grand Ole Opry and the MGM in Las Vegas and has been touring since 1996.
“The Texas Original” sells out venues around the country. He has three, one-hour comedy television specials including “Standing in the Middle” and “The Nutcracker: A Christmas Special Based On His Vasectomy” which are currently streaming on Amazon Prime, Apple TV and the Comedy Dynamics Network. During the 2020 pandemic, his following on social media exploded with his positive and upbeat “4 o’clock Daily Talk” on Facebook and other platforms.
He works relatively clean but disarmingly clever (although it may not be suitable for younger audiences). He resonates with people because he looks, talks and acts like a huge demographic of this country - without having an agenda, being negative or complaining about things. Family and friends still affectionately call him by his nickname, “Cowboy Bill.”
Tickets are $40 for reserved floor (rows A-B) VIP; $30 for remainder of floor (rows C-M) and first two rows of balcony; $25 for remainder of standard balcony (rows CC-FF); and $60 for balcony box seats, which include concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Cook's hosting hotrod, custom car show
The West Texas Roundup Pre '63 Traditional Hotrod and Custom Show comes to Cook's Garage on March 24 and 25.The show includes a swap meet, live entertainment, food and a good time.
Prizes include $1,500 for Best of Show; $500 each for Best Paint, Best Interior, Best Engine; and $300 for Longest Distance. Trophy awards will be presented for Best Patina, Best Truck, Best Chop, Young Guns, Best Coupe, Best Ratrod, Best Convertible, Best Sedan, Best Roadster and more.
Public gates open at 10 a.m. each day and cost is a $10 wristband, which is good for both days.
Early registration for cars is $35 in advance or $40 day of the event. Car registration includes two wristbands.
For information about food trucks, booths, or other questions, email cooksgarage@yahoo.com or visit them online at cooksgarage.us
Caldwell Collective pays tribute to 80s giants
Join the Caldwell Collective in a Tribute to the Music of Bon Jovi, Aerosmith and Journey at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 24, at the Cactus Theater.
If you have ever seen the incredible Caldwell Collective perform their iconic rock shows, you know this is one you will not want to miss.
Tickets for this show are $25 for floor and standard balcony and $50 for balcony box seats, which include concessions. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
SPC’s Groove Day to feature renowned drummer
LEVELLAND – South Plains College’s Commercial Music Department is proud to host the inaugural "Groove Day," featuring renowned drummer Sonny Emory. The event will begin at 10 a.m. on March 25 in the Tom T. Hall Studio.
Admission is free, and the public is invited to attend.
Emory has performed with artists such as Eric Clapton, Earth, Wind and Fire, Bruce Hornsby, Lee Ritenour, David Sanborn, Steely Dan, Cameo and others.
The morning session will begin with a masterclass featuring Phillip Smith, director of percussion and instructor in commercial music. Smith will discuss the sound of brushes, their uses and different ways to practice with them.
Emory will then perform and conduct a masterclass. He will talk about a variety of topics, participate in a question-and-answer session, and discuss his international performing and recording career.
Emory will conduct a private masterclass following the event. Attendees will receive exclusive access to Emory. The cost is $50 for students (with IDs) and $100 for non-students. Space will be limited.
Visit the website: www.spccreativearts.com/grooveday for more details. For more information, contact Smith at (806) 716-2290 or email psmith@southplainscollege.edu.
Return to the 60s and 70s at the Cactus
Caldwell Entertainment presents a 60s and 70s nostalgia night at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 25, at the Cactus Theater.
From lava lamps to tie-dyed T-shirts, these two iconic decades were some of the best for music. With legends like Aretha Franklin and Fleetwood Mac, it is no wonder we often feel nostalgic towards these decades. Let the Caldwell Collective take you on a journey through space and time back to the ’60s and ’70s for this night of renowned hits.
Tickets for this show are $25 for floor and standard balcony and $50 for balcony box seats, which include concessions. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
TobyMac returns to USA
TobyMac brings his Deep Hits Tour back to the Hub City at 7 p.m. Sunday, March 26, at United Supermarkets Arena.
TobyMac and the DiverseCity Band return to the stage with support from fan favorite CROWDER, Cochren & Co, Tasha Layton, Jon Reddick & Terrian.
You do not want to miss this night of hit music and fun, so make plans now for the night you won't forget.
TobyMac's Hits Deep Tour is supported nationally by KLOVE, and Air1 Radio, Food for the Hungry, and Altrua HealthSahre.
Tickets range from $15 to $130 (plus taxes and fees), depending on seating.
To buy tickets, call the Select-a-Seat Box Office: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 806-770-2000 or visit selectaseatlubbock.com
Texas Tech Opera presents 'Don Giovanni'
Texas Tech Opera Theatre brings Mozart’s masterpiece "Don Giovanni" to life at 7 p.m. Friday, March 31, and Saturday, April 1 in the Helen Devitt Jones Theater of Buddy Holly Hall.
He is handsome, charming, smooth-talking, sly and romantic. No woman can resist him. Those who catch his eye find him intoxicatingly attractive. He is the legendary Don Juan, or as Mozart created him, Don Giovanni.
The cast will include the finest graduate vocalists from the TTU School of Music, the TTU Symphony Orchestra led by Maestro Lanfranco Marcelletti, and Professor Gerald Dolter in his final appearance with TTU Opera as the Commendatore. The performance will be sung in Italian with an English supertitle translation.
Tickets are $10 (plus taxes and fees) and available online at www.buddyhollyhall.com/. TTU students will be admitted free with student ID.
Banister & Friends return to Cactus
Caldwell Entertainment presents Will Banister & Friends at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 31, at the Cactus Theater.
Banister and his two special guest friends will deliver moving performances of a slew of legendary country hits. From Merle to George and George to Brooks and Dunn and other country giants, you will be spellbound all evening. Great songs, great singers, and the Caldwell Collective band promise to give you a magnificent evening.
Tickets for this show are $25 for all floor and standard balcony seats, and $50 for balcony box seats, which include concessions. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Electric Avenue brings 80s back to Cactus stage
Electric Avenue: The 80s MTV Experience, will be live at the Cactus Theater at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 1.
What started out as a one-off gig has turned into 100 shows a year across the US. Electric Avenue has cruised international waters with Walking Dead Cast, Kid Rock, The Impractical Jokers, Joey Fatone, Pitbull, and joined on stage by Bobby Kimball from Toto, Pat Benatar, Talk Talk, Little River Band, and more.
Tickets for this show are $27.50 for rows A-F; $25 for rows G-M; $25 for standard balcony; and $50 for balcony box seats, which include concessions. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Flatlands Dance presents season finale
Flatlands Dance Theatre presents "60x30: A Festival of One-Minute Dances" at 7:30 p.m. April 7 and 8 at the Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts Firehouse Theatre, 511 Ave. K.
Flatlands Dance Theatre’s 14th season finale welcomes audiences to enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience of viewing the work of 30 choreographers in one action-packed evening, including nationally-renowned guest artists, local nonprofit organizations, and dance students and schools, alongside our own FDT artists.
Never before have we been able to bring so much world-class talent together in one evening of dance. There is something for everyone in this family-friendly, cutting-edge production.
General admission tickets are $25 for adults; and $15 for students, children and seniors. To buy tickets, call the Select-a-Seat Box Office: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at (806) 770-2000 or online at selectaseatlubbock.com
Flatland Cavalry returns to Cook's
Flatland Cavalry with Tanner Usrey are set to return to Cook's Garage for an outdoor show at 7:30 p.m. on April 7.Flatland Cavalry is a country and Americana band from Lubbock that was formed in 2012.
In May 2015, the band's debut EP, "Come May", was released after a crowd-funding campaign was used to finance its production. On April 1, 2016, their first full-length album, "Humble Folks", was released to positive reviews.The band's second studio album, "Homeland Insecurity", was released on Jan. 18, 2019.
Tickets for this show are $30 for advance general admission (plus taxes and fees); $125 (plus taxes and fees) for a table of eight; and $40 (plus taxes and fees) for day-of general admission. For more information, visit https://cooksgarage.us/
'Dear Evan Hansen' coming to Holly Hall
"Dear Evan Hansen", winner of 6 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical and Grammy award for Best Musical Theater Album, is coming to The Buddy Holly Hall on April 4-9. Performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on April 4, 5 and 6; 8 p.m. on April 7, and 8; 2 p.m. on April 8; and 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on April 9.
A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he’s always wanted: a chance to finally fit in. "Dear Evan Hansen" is the deeply personal and profoundly contemporary musical about life and the way we live it.
The performance will begin promptly at the advertised curtain time. Latecomers will be held outside of the theater until the tour approved entrance time. This production contains mature content.
Tickets range from $55 to $125 (plus taxes and fees), depending on seating. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.buddyhollyhall.com/
Annual Lubbock Arts Festival opens April 14
Market Street presents the Opening Ceremony & Premiere Night for the 45th Annual Lubbock Arts Festival on Friday, April 14, Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane.
The evening will begin with an Opening Ceremony at 6 p.m. honoring Maines Brothers Band as “Champions of the Arts” and continue with Premiere Night highlighting Featured Artist, Carol Flueckiger; 100 visual artists from around the nation showing and selling their work; Demonstrating Artists; Juried Gallery; special exhibits; and performances.
General admission tickets for the opening ceremony and premiere night are $43 (plus taxes and fees) and available for purchase online at selectaseatlubbock.com or by calling the Select-a-Seat Box Office: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at (806) 770-2000.
For more information on the festival, visit lubbockartsfestival.org or 806-744-2787.
Ballet Lubbock presents 'CLICK'
Ballet Lubbock presents "CLICK", a one-night-only music and dance experience with original score by Amy and Scott Faris. The production is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 14, in the Helen Devitt Jones Theater of Buddy Holly Hall.
“CLICK is a unique collaboration between local composers, artists, dancers, and musicians. The lighting, the set, costumes, poster, the whole production is just a mix of artists coming together,” said Yvonne Racz Key, artistic director for Ballet Lubbock.
Tickets for this production range from $25 to $65 (plus taxes and fees), depending on seating and are available online in advance at https://www.buddyhollyhall.com/
Maines Brothers featured entertainment for Lubbock Lights
The Texas Tech University Presidential Lecture and Performance Series presents Lubbock Lights: The Maines Brothers Band - Bloodlines at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 15, in the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Theatre.
In recognition of the Centennial of Texas Tech University and the 45th anniversary of the Lubbock Arts Festival, a musical celebration unlike any other is commencing in 2023. With a theme of “The Beat Goes On,” the Lubbock Arts Festival, April 14-16, is dedicated to musicians and the music they create.
The Presidential Lecture & Performance Series presents Lubbock Lights: The Maines Brothers Band – Bloodlines in conjunction with the Lubbock Arts Alliance.
The legendary Maines Brothers Band got its start in the mid-1950s with James and Sonny Maines, father and uncle of the Lloyd/ Donnie/ Kenny/Steve Maines combo that eventually formed the band. The younger group of brothers initially performed as "The Little Maines Brothers Band" before taking over the "Maines Brothers Band" moniker in the mid-1970s.
To buy tickets, call the Select-a-Seat Box Office: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at (806) 770-2000.
Legendary Diamond Rio to perform at Cactus
Legendary country hitmakers Diamond Rio will be live at the Cactus Theater at 7 p.m. Sunday, April 16.
Formed in 1989 in Nashville, Tennessee, the band consists of Gene Johnson (mandolin, tenor vocals), Jimmy Olander (lead guitar, acoustic guitar, banjo), Brian Prout (drums), Marty Roe (lead vocal), Dan Truman (keyboards), and Dana Williams (bass guitar, baritone vocals).
Diamond Rio’s most recent release "I Made It", is their 10th studio album. The title track was co-written by the band’s lead guitarist Jimmy Olander and features 11 new songs. Produced by Olander and Mike Clute, I Made It is available on iTunes and www.diamondrio.com
Diamond Rio signed to Arista Records and in 1991 with the release of “Meet In The Middle” became the first country music group in history to reach No. 1 with a debut single. The band is also known for their hits “How Your Love Makes Me Feel,” “One More Day,” “Beautiful Mess,” “Unbelievable,” “In A Week or Two” and more.
The band known for playing every note on every album recently celebrated their 30th Anniversary, has sold more than 10 million albums, won a Grammy Award, a Dove Award, six Vocal Group of the Year wins (CMA and ACM), released two Greatest Hits albums, a live and Christmas project, earned five multi-week no. 1 singles, 22 Top 10 singles, three certified Platinum and five Gold albums, released an autobiography – and with zero band member changes.
Tickets for this show are $79 for first seven floor rows, A-G; $69 for remainder of the floor rows, H-M; $59 for standard balcony; and $150 for balcony box seats, which include concessions.
For more information, visit cactustheater.com
LSO presents 'Carmen in Gold'
The Lubbock Symphony Orchestra presents "Carmen in Gold" at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 22, in the Helen Devitt Jones Theater of Buddy Holly Hall.
Shostakovich Piano Concerto No. 1 will welcome back Cliburn winner Kenny Broberg and feature the LSO’s very own Will Strieder on trumpet. Finishing concert will be Shchedrin’s take on the world-famous "Carmen Suite".
Tickets for this performance range from $25 to $93 (plus taxes and fees), depending on seating.For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.buddyhollyhall.com/
CATS Playhouse presents 'Baskerville'
CATS Playhouse, 2257 34th St., presents Ken Ludwig's "Baskerville," a Sherlock Holmes mystery, on April 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, and 29. All shows are at 7:30 pm.
Ludwig transforms Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic "The Hound of the Baskerville" into a murderously funny adventure. Sherlock Holmes is on the case. The male heirs of the Baskerville line are being dispatched one by one.
To find their ingenious killer, Holmes and Watson must brave the desolate moors before a family curse dooms its newest heir.
Tickets are on sale now at $16 for adults and $10 for seniors ages 55 and older and students ages 17 and younger.They can be purchased in advance at catsplayhouse.ludus.com or at the door.
Esparza brings comedy tour to Lubbock
Felipe Esparza brings his Big Foo Tour to the Hub City at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 29, in the Helen Devitt Jones Theater of Buddy Holly Hall.
Esparza is a comedian and actor, known for his stand-up specials, "They’re Not Gonna Laugh at You", "Translate This", and his latest dual-release on Netflix, "Bad Decisions/Malas Decisiones" (2 different performances in two languages), his recurring appearances on Netflix’s Gentefied, NBC’s Superstore and Adultswim’s The Eric Andre Show, as well as winning Last Comic Standing (2010), and his popular podcast called, What’s Up Fool?
Tickets for this performance range from $29.50 to $59.50 (plus taxes and fees), depending on seating.
For more nformation or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.buddyhollyhall.com/
This article originally appeared on Lubbock Avalanche-Journal: Lubbock entertainment in brief
