Go Play Calendar for June 1-7
MONTGOMERY PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE
For tickets call the box office at 334-481-5100 or visit mpaconline.org.
July 13 – Flatland Cavalry – 7 p.m. Tickets: $39, $34, $29, $24
July 16 – William Lee & The Goldens – 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $32, $27, $23
July 19 – Kenny Wayne Shepherd – 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $57, $52, $47, $42, $37
July 23 – Keb’ Mo’ – 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $62, $52, $42, $37, $32
July 26 – Bret Michaels – 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $97, $87, $77, $57
Aug. 3 – Jo Sewell Memorial Award and Scholarship presents Tim Tebow – 8 p.m. Tickets: $150, $125, $75, $50, $35
Aug. 5 — Bored Teachers Comedy Tour — 7 p.m. Tickets: $52, $42, $37, $33
Aug. 18 — Black Jacket Symphony presents Queen’s “A Night at the Opera” with Marc Martel — 8 p.m. Tickets: $57, $52, $47, $42, $37
Aug. 24 — Rodney Carrington — 7 p.m. Tickets: $66.50, $56.50, $46.50
Sept. 1 – Southern Soul and Blues Lovers Festival – 8 p.m. Tickets: $75, $65, $59, $55, $49
Sept. 17 – Darrell Scott: 100 Years of Hank – 7 p.m. Tickets: $37, $32.50, $27.50, $22.50, $17.50
Sept. 29 — Karlous Miller — 8 p.m. Tickets: $76.50, $56.50, $36.50
Oct. 8 – The Band of Heathens – 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $37, $32.50, $27.50, $22.50
Oct. 13 — Disney Junior Live Costume Palooza — 6 p.m. Tickets: $71, $51, $35.50
Oct. 15 – Leanne Morgan – 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. (Rescheduled from June 10) Tickets: $52.75, $42.75, $32.75
Oct. 18 — Wheel of Fortune Live — 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $52, $47, $37, $32, $27
Oct. 20 – Linda Ronstadt Experience with Tristan McIntosh – 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $35
Feb. 20 — Mania The Abba Tribute — 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $61.50, $41.50, $24.50
WIND CREEK WETUMPKA
windcreek.com/wetumpka/entertainment
July 1 — Gary Allan — 8 p.m. $45-$85 (ALMOST SOLD OUT)
WIND CREEK ATMORE
windcreek.com/atmore/entertainment/live-entertainment
June 10 – Justin Moore — 8 p.m. – $37.50
July 22 – Boyz II Men — 8 p.m. – SOLD OUT
CLOVERDALE PLAYHOUSE
cloverdaleplayhouse.org, 334-262-1530
960 Cloverdale Road, Montgomery
June 10 — Rhythm & Rhyme: An evening of poetry and jazz — featuring Testimony of Triniti, Dani Abstract, Sunshine the Poet, and featured musician Boogie. Hosted by JP da Poet. Presented by Cloverdale Playhouse and 21 Dreams Arts & Culture. Tickets are $10, available at cloverdaleplayhouse.org.
July 13-23 — “A Little Princess” — by Frances Hodgson Burnett, adapted by Josh Vreeke. Family-friendly show about Sara Crewe is a reminder to have empathy and kindness to everyone. $20 for adults, $10 for students.
Oct. 12-22 — “The Laramie Project” — by Moises Kaufman and Tectonic Theater Project
Dec. 7-17 — “Civil War Christmas” — by Paula Vogel, music by Daryl Waters
MILLBROOK COMMUNITY PLAYERS
millbrooktheater.com, 334-782-7317
5720 Main St., Millbrook
July 13-29 — “Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka” — Adventures at Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory. July 13-15, 20-22, 27-29 at 7:30 p.m., July 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 at 2 p.m. Tickets $15.
Oct. 5-15 — “She Loves Me” — Romantic comedy directed by Brady Walker. Oct. 5-7, 12-14 at 7:30 p.m., Oct. 8 and 15 at 2 p.m.
Nov. 30-Dec. 10 — Good Old-Fashioned Big Family Christmas” — by Pat Cook, directed by Michael Sneed. Nov. 3, Dec. 1, 2, 7-9 at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 3 and 10 at 2 p.m.
PIKE ROAD THEATRE COMPANY
pikeroadtheatrecompany.org, 334-414-0193
Productions at Pike Road Intermediate School, 4710 Pike Road
July 13-30 — “Footloose The Musical” — Youth take on a small town’s ban on dancing, with powerhouse hits and dynamic new songs. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m. Tickets $20
Oct. 5-22 — “Jeckyll & Hyde The Musical” — An epic struggle between good and evil. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m. Tickets $20
Nov. 30-Dec. 17 — “Irving Berlin’s White Christmas” — A classic Christmas tale with songs and dance. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m. Tickets $20
PRATTVILLE’S WAY OFF BROADWAY THEATRE
https://www.prattvilleal.gov/departments/ticket-information.html, 334-595-0850
203 W. 4th St., Prattville
June 1-17 — “9 to 5: The Musical” — Thursdays through Sundays. Tickets $12 advance, $14 at door.
WETUMPKA DEPOT
wetumpkadepot.com/home.html, 334-868-1440
300 S. Main St., Wetumpka
Thursday-Saturday — “MTI’s Broadway Junior Revue: Raise Your Voice” — A Penguin Project. 7 p.m. Tickets $15.
June 8-11 — “Goodbye, Leroy” — Written and presented by The Encore Players. June 8 & 9 7 p.m., June 11 2 p.m. Tickets $15.
June 11 — “A Storm Came Up” — Before it goes to national competition, see the production in Wetumpka. 7 p.m. Tickets $15.
July 21 — Movie Night at the Depot – “Ratatouille” 1 p.m., $10 admission includes one popcorn.
July 21 — Movie Night at the Depot – “Viva Las Vegas” 7 p.m., $10 admission includes one popcorn.
July 27-Aug. 12 — “4 Weddings and an Elvis” — By Nancy Frick. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Aug. 6 at 2 p.m. Tickets $15.
Sept. 21-Oct. 1 — “Doubt: A Parable” — by John Patrick Stanley, directed by Tony Davison. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 p.m. Oct. 1 2 p.m. Tickets $15.
CAPRI THEATRE
Get tickets at https://www.capritheatre.org or call 334-262-4858. The Capri is at 1045 E. Fairview Ave, Montgomery. It’s the longest continually operated movie theatre in Alabama. Become a member of the Capri Community Film Society and receive ticket discounts, plus admission benefits at art house theaters across the country.
June 2-5: “Sanctuary”: 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.
June 4 at 1 p.m., and June 6 at 7 p.m.: “Tokyo Stories”: In partnership with Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, with introduction by Sarah Graves, manager of visitor engagement at MMFA. Non-member tickets $12.
June 7-8: “The Land Before Time” — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All seats $2
June 7: Live concert by The Adam Ezra Group, with Rachael Wilson – 7 p.m. Tickets are $20.
June 8: “Scott Pilgrim vs. The World” — 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.
June 9-12: “The Starling Girl”: 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.
June 14-15: “Minions: The Rise of Gru” — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All seats $2
June 15: “Purple Rain” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.
June 16-19: “Master Gardener”: 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.
June 21-22: “Spirit Untamed” — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All seats $2
June 22: “Moulin Rouge!” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.
June 23-26: “The Eight Mountains”: 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.
June 28-29: “Secret Life of Pets” — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All seats $2
June 29: “School of Rock” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.
July 6: “Jaws” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.
July 12-13: “Trolls World Tour” — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All seats $2
July 13: “The Mummy” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.
July 19-20: “Shrek 2” — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All seats $2
July 20: “Aliens” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.
July 26-27: “Croods: A New Age” — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All seats $2
July 27: “The Howling” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.
Aug. 10: “Grease” sing-a-long – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.
EVENTSThe AIDS Memorial Quilting Project at MMFA
Friday, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, 1 Museum Drive in Blount Cultural Park. In connection with the Spotlight Series: Yvonne Wells exhibition, the MMFA will host the Central Alabama Alliance Resource & Advocacy Center’s (CAARAC) Change the Pattern in Alabama quilting project in its studios. This free project includes instruction on memorial quilt panel construction, applique techniques, and a sewing circle to raise awareness and fight the stigma surrounding the HIV/AIDS epidemic within communities of color. Participants are invited to work on submitted names or bring their friends’ and/or family members’ names to be remembered on a memorial quilt panel. No quilting experience is required for this free event. mmfa.org’
Central Alabama’s beloved Montgomery Greek Festival is back
Want to experience Greece, but don’t have time for the flight? Come to the Montgomery Greek Festival on Friday and Saturday, and leave your suitcases behind. Come enjoy your favorite homemade Greek goodies, music, dancing and atmosphere as you make your way around the beautiful grounds - experiencing the beauty of the Greek culture. You’ll pick up the scent of delicious Greek dishes as your palate is tempted by heavenly Greek pastries. We will feature traditional Greek dishes like gyros, spanakopita, and baklava. Outside, your children can participate in various games, activities and crafts in the Kid’s Area. We will also feature traditional Greek dancing performed by students of Montgomery Ballet’s Rania Charalambidou. Everyone is invited to join in this exciting pastime. Be sure to take a guided tour of the Byzantine style sanctuary to see the beautiful iconography and learn more about the Orthodox faith! Father Paul Lundberg will offer church tours throughout the day for anyone interested in learning more of our rich religious traditions. The festival is held at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. The hours of operation are: Friday 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Come be Greek for the day…or two! OPA!
Capital City Bike Rally, Show & Sound Contest
Saturday, 10 a.m. at Capital City Motorsports Park, 2600 N. Belt Drive, Montgomery, Bike show featuring Klean Custom Baggers and Audio City sound contest! Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band with special guest Kyle Wilson. There will be a burnout contest, great food and lots of fun! All day admission $30. Registration for contest entries 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Summer Pop Up Market
Satrday, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. at Vintage Café, 416 Cloverdale Road, Montgomery.
Fruit & Flora- specialty canned & baked goods
Rai of Sunshine- delectable cakes
Boho Lux- handmade gemstone jewelry
Simply Making It- Goat milk soaps, lotions, and natural skincare
Angie Hayden Art- custom pet portraits
Travis Harvey with Village Green records- he will be playing and selling his records on the patio
Dean Batton will be providing live indoor music.
Cinematic
Symphony Q Academy of Dance presents CINEMATIC on Saturday, June 3, at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival Garden, 1 Festival Drive, Montgomery. Academy students and company dancers will perform Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Tap, Hip Hop and more to songs from some iconic motion pictures. This annual dance show is a fun family oriented atmosphere in the ASF Garden. Food trucks will be available. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of black dance in the historical Montgomery! Entry donations of at least $10 will be asked.
Pick, press, paint: Colors of the Garden Workshop with Tara Satorius
Saturday, June 3, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, 1 Museum Drive in Blount Cultural Park. In this free all-ages event, explore the power of flowers to create art. Participants will collect flowers from the museum garden to create an original work of art on paper, and then add finishing touches using natural inks. Learn about the science of natural pigments, how to grow your own dye plants, and celebrate the beauty of nature with friends and family. All ages are welcome to this community workshop. Children under the age of 10 must have an adult in attendance. mmfa.org
Floral Arrangement Workshop with Ward Chesser
Saturday, June 3, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, 1 Museum Drive in Blount Cultural Park. This is a free class designed for teens and adults. Learn how to make creative floral arrangements with Ward Chesser, a professional florist designer. He will share tips on how to create beautiful bouquets using stem flowers and greenery from your yard. Each participant will leave with a unique and display-worth floral arrangement. All materials are provided. This workshop is free with the funding support of ArtBridges but is limited to 15 participants, and advance registration is required. mmfa.org
R&B Blues Picnic Summer Series Finale
On Sunday, July 2, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. at Riverwalk Amphitheater, 355 Coosa St., Montgomery. Music, food, vendors, games and more. General admission $40. Get a pass to bring your cooler for $35 (no glass). eventbrite.com/e/rnb-blues-picnic-summer-series-finale-2023-tickets-632844333437
Cabaret at ASF
July 6-Aug. 6 on Alabama Shakespeare Festival’s Festival Stage. One of the most famous American musicals of all time — from the creators of Chicago — Cabaret takes us to 1929 Berlin during the twilight of the Jazz Age as the Nazis are ascending to power. This groundbreaking musical focuses on the nightlife at the seedy Kit Kat Klub and revolves around American writer Clifford Bradshaw and the English cabaret performer Sally Bowles. Based on the writings of Christopher Isherwood and winner of Tony Awards and Oscars, Cabaret will offer our audiences a transformative theatrical experience unlike anything they’ve ever witnessed. Get tickets at asf.net or call 334-271-5353.
This article originally appeared on Montgomery Advertiser: Go Play Calendar for June 1-7
