Centre, The 812-435-5550
Dec 9-12:Scholastic
Holiday Warehouse Book Sale - Everyone is invited to stock up on books, gifts,
software and more, all for special prices. Times are December 9 from 12 to 7
p.m. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on December 10 and 11 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. December 12.
Dec 13:Broadway in
Evansville Series: The Wizard of Oz -
The entire family will be captivated as they travel down the Yellow Brick Road
and beyond with Dorothy, Toto and their friends in this lavish production,
featuring breathtaking special effects and classic songs. A spectacular
celebration of the iconic 1939 MGM film. The Wizard of Oz will blow you away
from the moment the tornado touches down and transports you to a dazzling Oz,
complete with munchkins and flying monkeys. Begins at 7 p.m.
Dec 17:Oak Ridge Boys
Christmas Show - The Boys Are Back At Christmas, and it's like two shows in one
as the Oak Ridge Boys kick off this big show with their world famous four-part
harmonies and string of hits that span over 3 decades. Toes will be a tappin'
to smash hits “Elvira” and “Bobbie Sue” plus many more award winning songs.
Then, after a short intermission, the stage is transformed and it's Christmas!
The trees are decorated, the snow is falling and the Oak Ridge Boys treat you
to Christmas favorites as only they can. From rollicking Santa songs to
heartfelt standards, this show is a family favorite for kicking off the holiday
season.
Evansville Civic
Theatre 812-425-2800
Dec 4-6, 11-13, 18-20:Pippin - We’ve got Magic to do, just for
you! One of Broadway’s biggest hits comes to the Civic stage bringing the dance
styles of legendary choreographer Bob Fosse and the music of three time Oscar
Winning composer Stephen Schwartz bursting with one show-stopping number after
another. It’s a show about life, living, and the pursuit of happiness, and will
feature a large cast of Civic Theatre veterans and newcomers! Considered a
modern classic, this hip, tongue-in-cheek, anachronistic fairy tale has
captivated Broadway audiences for years and continues to appeal to the young at
heart everywhere. Friday and Saturday performances are at 8 p.m. Sunday matinees
begin at 2 p.m.
Evansville Museum of
Arts, History & Science 812-425-2406
Through January 31:41st
Annual Mid-States Craft Exhibition - The juror for this six-state competition
is Jane Sauer, Director of the Jane Sauer Gallery in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Known for her outstanding reputation among art collectors, museum curators, art
critics, and artists, Jane has 34 years of experience as both an innovative
studio artist and gallery director. She has served in leadership roles as a
volunteer with the National Advisory Board to the Washington University School
of Art, St. Louis, Missouri; Friends of Contemporary Art, New Mexico Museum of
Art, Santa Fe; and the American Craft Council, serving as Chair from 1997-2000.
Ms. Sauer will visit Evansville in November to make final selections from
several hundred entries in the categories of ceramics, wood, jewelry, textiles,
glass, and mixed media.
Garvin Park
812-435-6141
Through January 3:Ritzy's
Fantasy of Lights - The largest winter light show in Indiana benefits local
children and adults with disabilities. The drive-through event features a mile
of sparkling lights on elaborate "fantasyland" scenes. Horse-drawn
carriage rides available nightly.
Germania Mannerchor
812-477-1366
Dec 4-5:Christmas at
Germania - Open your Holiday season with
a wonderful German Christmas, including wonderful German food and unforgettable
music from the Germania Maennerchor and Damenchor. Cost is $25 per person;
seating is limited - to make reservations call 422-1915 or 424-9800. Seating
begins at 7 p.m. Show starts at 7:30 p.m.
Glema Mahr Center for
The Arts, Madisonville 270-821-ARTS
Dec 4:Community Christmas
with The MCC Singers & Boston Brass - The MCC Singers, under the direction
of Sarah Adams, team up with one of the world’s finest brass ensembles for
their annual Christmas celebration. Boston Brass is setting new standards in
entertainment. From exciting classical arrangements, to breathtaking vocal
harmony, to burning jazz standards, Boston Brass achieves new levels in brass
performance while treating audiences with a unique musical experience that
captivates all ages. The ensemble's lively repartee, touched with humor and
personality, bridges the vast ocean of classical formality to delight audiences
to an evening of boisterous fun, exciting knowledge and an enthusiastic love of
music, deftly exhibited by five brash brass players. Starts at 7:30 p.m.
Henderson Fine Arts
Center 270-831-9800
Dec
5:The Three Redneck Tenors - These real
life Broadway and Opera stars are ready to rock your holidays with classic, pop
and deep-fried fest of musical delights. The familiar holiday tunes in the show
include classics like: White Christmas, I'll Be Home for Christmas, Santa Baby,
Blue Christmas, O Holy Night, and Silent Night. You'll also enjoy holiday
spoofs like Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer and I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa
Claus and a few other great surprises. Starts at 7:30 p.m.
Dec 13:Children’s
Nutcracker - Presented by the Children's
Center for Dance Education, this unique Holiday performance begins at 3 p.m.
Historic Newburgh
812-853-2815
Dec 4-6:Newburgh
Celebrates Christmas - Christmas caroling, house tours, roasting chestnuts,
welcoming Santa to town, and lighting the town Christmas tree all in one
fabulous weekend.
New Harmony Gallery of
Contemporary Art 812-682-3156
Through December 31:"cuatro
amigos en armonia" - Sponsored by the University of Southern Indiana,
featuring the works of Dan Brawner, Roger Clayton, Alexis Holeman and Griffin
Norman.
Reitz Home Museum
426-1871
Through January 3:Victorian
Christmas: "Christmas is a Circus" - Each room of the Reitz Home will
be decorated by different persons and businesses from the area. This year's
theme is "Christmas is a Circus - A Victorian Christmas."
Roberts Stadium
812-476-1383
Dec 5:Gaither Homecoming
Christmas Tour 2009 - Gospel music favorite Bill Gaither and his friends invite
you to join them Saturday, December 5 at 6:00pm at the Gaither Homecoming
Christmas Tour for a night of singing and praise. This Homecoming concert
experience offers a spectacular evening of gospel and Christmas favorites
featuring an all-star line-up of gospel music's finest voices. Scheduled to
perform are: Gaither Vocal Band, Wes Hampton, David Phelps, Bill Gaither,
Michael English, Mark Lowry, Larry Gatlin, Buddy Greene & Jeff Taylor,
Larnelle Harris, The Isaacs, Gene McDonald, Gordon Mote, Lynda Randle,
Charlotte Ritchie, Greg Ritchie, Reggie & Ladye Love Smith, Russ Taff and
Kevin Williams. Begins at 6 p.m.
Vanderburgh 4H Center 812-867-6217
Dec 11-12 12:00 PM:VHS
Holiday Open House & Adopt-a-Thon.
Victory Theatre
812-435-5550
Dec 1:Jim Brickman 'The
Beautiful World Christmas Tour' - Beautiful World is inspired by Jim's unique
gift of bridging borders and cultural divides through his music. This landmark
special is a lush and intimate show celebrating the way music connects and
unites us. Its theme of friendship, healing and connecting cultures includes
the quintessential Jim Brickman sound and unites worldwide musical influences.
Begins at 7:30 p.m.
Dec 5 & 6:Evansville
Philharmonic's Peppermint Pops - The Tri-State's most popular Holiday event for
the whole family... This season, your Philharmonic brings home two Evansville
natives turned Broadway stars-Paula Leggett Chase (of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and Curtains)
and Steve Morgan (from Mamma Mia and
the hugely popular group Straight No Chaser), for this Holiday Tradition.
Saturday evening performance is at 7:30 p.m. Sunday concert is at 2 p.m. Phone
425-5050 for more information.
Dec 19:The Nutcracker - Come see dancing
Snowflakes and adorable Bon Bons, and the radiant beauty of the Sugar Plum
Fairy and her Cavalier. Artistic Director Mark Bush's production has been
hailed as 'a visual feast for the eyes' and 'a bonafide classic.' Please join
the Evansville Dance Theater and their performance of The Nutcracker along with
the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra at the Victory Theatre on Saturday,
December 19. The matinee performance begins at 2:00pm and the feature
performance will begin at 7:30pm. For more information, contact EDT at (812)
473-8937 or EPO at (812) 425-5050.
Washington Square Mall
812-477-5041
Through December 25:My
Father's Love - "My Father's Love" is more than a display of artistic
ability. It's a story that combines art, math and a miraculous process. It's a
story of how God gives us gifts and talents and how those talents are used to
bring Him glory.
Wesselman Woods Nature
Preserve 812-479-0771
Wednesdays: Toddler
Tales 10 a.m. and Trails and Tales at noon
Dec 13 1:00 PM:Winter Bird
Banding
