What's Happening: Brazil Fest, Bobby Rush, Hoggetown Medieval Faire, more

JAN. 20

REAL MEN MAKE SOUP FUNDRAISER: The GFWC High Springs New Century Woman’s Club will hold its “Real Men Make Soup” fundraiser from 5 to 7 p.m. Jan. 20. The event will benefit the High Springs Community School Athletic Department and the Stem Program. For $15 per ticket, attendees can enjoy soups made by community chefs as well as sandwiches, rolls, crackers, desserts and beverages. To purchase advance tickets, or for more information, call 386-518-3276. Credit cards will be accepted. The GFWC High Springs New Century Woman’s Club is located at 23674 W. U.S. 27 in High Springs.

JAN. 20

INTERNATIONAL GUITAR NIGHT XXIII: An intercontinental super-group of four acoustic guitarists is returning to the Phillips Center on Jan. 20 for its 23rd year of touring. Stephanie Jones from Australia, Olli Soikkeli from Finland, Jocelyn Gould from Canada and Jesús Guerrero from Spain will perform. The guitar greats will take the stage at 7 and 9 p.m. as part of the Phillips Center’s UpStage series. The performers will display their individual, diverse styles and then perform together in an evening of grandeur. UpStage is an intimate, cabaret-style setting on the Phillips Center Mainstage. The 7 p.m. seatings include heavy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar while the 9 p.m. seatings include desserts and a cash bar. Tickets are $50 for the 7 p.m. showing, $35 for the 9 p.m. showing and $10 for UF students.The Phillips Center is located at 3201 Hull Road. For more information, or to purchase tickets online, visit performingarts.ufl.edu.

JAN. 20 THROUGH JAN. 29

“KING LIZ”: In “King Liz,” Star Center Theatre’s newest production, Liz Rico is a powerful sports agent who represents NBA superstars, having fought her way to the top of a male-dominated profession with her skill for cutthroat negotiations. Given the chance to sign Freddie Luna, a once-in-a-generation high school talent, Rico sees an opportunity to take her career to the next level, and she finally meets her match. When accusations start swirling around the young phenom, Rico must attempt to rebound Luna’s career or protect her own crown. See what happens at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays plus 3 p.m. Sundays through Jan. 29 at Star Center Theatre, 11 NE 23rd Ave. Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for seniors and $12 for students. For more information, or to purchase tickets online, visit spirit-of-soul-ensemble.ticketleap.com/king-liz.

JAN. 21

GAINESVILLE BRAZIL FEST: The Gainesville Brazil Fest is returning to Heartwood Soundstage from 4 to 10 p.m. Jan. 21. The event features live music, samba dancing, authentic Brazilian food and more. This year’s event will feature Brazilian Maestro Hugo Sambone and multi-instrumentalist Chocolate Costa joining the Maca Reggae Samba family showcasing the popular music of Brazil. Special guests will include Pamelli Marafom, Rafael Abdala, Welson Tremura and the Flores do Samba dancers, among others. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $10 for students. For more information, or to purchase tickets online, visit heartwoodsoundstage.com/event/brazilfest-2.

JAN. 21

BOBBY RUSH: Get into the blues at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 21 at the Philips Center with two of the greats. Thanks to Bobby Rush’s long memory and quick wit, he’s hailed as one of the blues’ best storytellers, which shines through during his live shows. The two-time, Grammy-winning legend and Blues Hall of Famer incorporates humor, prolific guitar and harmonica playing into his stunning performances. Pair this icon with 26-year-old Jontavious Willis, and you’ll have the ultimate blues experience. Willis was nominated for a Grammy in 2020, thanks to his latest album, “Spectacular Class.” He’s a fingerpicker, flat-picker and slide player who masterfully plays guitar, harmonica, banjo and cigar box. Expect a lot of foot tapping the entire show! There will be a pre-performance discussion at 6:45 pm in the West Foyer. Tickets are $20 to $40; $10 for University of Florida students. The Phillips Center is located at 3201 Hull Road. For more information, or to purchase tickets online, visit performingarts.ufl.edu.

JAN. 21 THROUGH JAN. 22 PLUS JAN. 27 THROUGH JAN. 29

HOGGETOWNE MEDIEVAL FAIRE: The annual Hoggetowne Medieval Faire returns for its 36th year from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 13-14 and Jan. 28-29 plus 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Jan. 27 at its new location: 9409 SW Archer Road. The event transforms the grounds into a medieval marketplace filled with hundreds of artisans and entertainers, and featuring armored jousting knights, children’s rides powered by men and women instead of machinery, troupes of actors, food vendors and magic acts. Tickets are $20 for adults on Saturdays and Sundays, $10 for adults Jan. 27, $17 for members of the military with ID on Saturdays and Sundays, $17 for ages 60 and older on Saturdays and Sundays, $10 for ages 5-17 on Saturdays and Sundays, $5 for ages 5-17 on Jan. 27 and free for ages 4 and younger. For more information, visit hoggetownemedfaire.com.

JAN. 22

TEDESCHI TRUCKS BAND: The rock ’n’ roll group Tedeschi Trucks Band is touring in support of their new album, “I Am The Moon,” and will make a stop at the Phillips Center at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 22. The Grammy-winning 12-piece powerhouse is led by the husband-wife duo of guitarist Derek Trucks and singer/guitarist Susan Tedeschi. TTB is known for its world-class musicianship and contemporary blend of a wide range of American musical influences that also define their extensive catalog. It also includes members Gabe Dixon on keyboards and vocals, Brandon Boone on bass, Tyler “Falcon” Greenwell and, Isaac Eady on drum and percussion, Mike Mattison on vocals and guitar, Mark Rivers Alecia Chakour on harmony vocals, Kebbi Williams on saxophone, Ephraim Owens on trumpet and Elizabeth Lea on trombone. Tickets run $51.75 to $131.75. The Phillips Center is located at 3201 Hull Road. For more information, or to purchase tickets online, visit performingarts.ufl.edu.

JAN. 22 THROUGH FEB. 12

“ROMEO AND JULIET”: See the classic tale of love and woe in Gainesville Community Playhouse’s newest production, “Romeo and Juliet.” An age-old vendetta between two powerful families erupts into bloodshed and a group of masked Montagues risk further conflict by gatecrashing a Capulet party. A young, lovesick Romeo Montague falls instantly in love with Juliet Capulet, who is due to marry her father’s choice, the County Paris. This show will be performed at 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays plus 2 p.m. Sundays, Jan. 22 through Feb. 12 at the Gainesville Community Playhouse, 4039 NW 16th Blvd. Tickets are $23 for general admission, $19 for seniors and $12 for students. For more information, visit gcplayhouse.org.

JAN. 25 THROUGH FEB. 12

“THE ELABORATE ENTRANCE OF CHAD DEITY”: Mace is a professional wrestler. When he teams up with a young Indian man from Brooklyn, he sees his shot at the big time. But will he be allowed to take it? This smart, comic look at pro-wrestling and geopolitics is a theatrical smackdown of dazzling hip-hop language presented with a fresh, funny, high-octane flair raising pertinent questions about racial identity and pop culture in society. Previews of the show are scheduled for 7 p.m. Jan. 25-26, then catch a show at 8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays and 7 p.m. Wednesdays-Thursdays at the Hippodrome Theatre, 25 SE Second Place. Tickets are $25 for the previews and $20 to $50 for regular showings. For more information, or to purchase tickets online, visit thehipp.org.

JAN. 28 THROUGH SEPT. 4

“SPIDERS ALIVE!”: Take an eight-legged walk on the wild side with “Spiders Alive!” at the Florida Museum of Natural History. This exciting exhibit dives into the world of spiders, scorpions and their relatives with more than a dozen live species from around the world on display. Discover the unique traits and characteristics of this diverse group of animals at this interactive, family-friendly experience! Live arachnids (spiders) highlight the ecological importance of these animals that include black widows, orb weavers and bird eaters. Large, touchable models reveal more about spider anatomy and their differences from insects while rare fossils display species from the past — including one that is 100 million years old. Videos showcase a variety of unique animal behaviors, such as a diving bell spider living underwater and a southern black widow spinning silk. Separate fact from myth and learn about ancient spiders, conservation, venom and more. “Spiders Alive!” will be on display through Sept. 4. The museum is located at 3215 Hull Road. Tickets are $8 for adults; $7.50 for Florida residents, seniors and non-UF college students; $5.50 for ages 3 to 17; and free for ages 2 and younger, UF students, and museum members.

This article originally appeared on The Gainesville Sun: What's Happening: Tedeschi Trucks Band, 'Elaborate Entrance,' more