Arts

Arts & Etc.

Feb 7: Super Bride Sunday - Mark your calendar for the 2010 Super Bride Sunday taking place at the Centre in on February 7. Doors will open at 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Over 100 booths with everything a bride needs to plan her whole wedding including the dress, tuxes, rings, honeymoon, reception venues, caterers, florists, cakes, wedding favors, invitations, photographers, wedding planners, wedding guides, financial planning, spa and beauty, wedding registry, limos, marriage enrichment, DJs and live musicians, plastic surgeons, videographers, party rental vendors, and more! Admission to SuperBride Sunday is free.

Feb 11: Broadway Series Camelot - Lerner & Lowell's stage masterpiece comes to The Centre for one night only, with a performance set to begin at 7:30 p.m.

Feb 13: The Really Big Show - The Really Big Show "Celebrate Carnival", a benefit for Evansville ARC, is hosted by WFIE 14 Chief Meteorologist Jeff Lyons and talented entertainers from our community as well as some entertaining local dignitaries in song, dance and comedy revue. This program is performed and produced by a virtually all-volunteer cast. Show starts at 7 p.m.

Feb 27: Playhouse Disney Live! - In this brand new live show, you're invited to the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse as Mickey plans a spectacular music party for all his friends. The Little Einsteins set off on a musical mission around the world to find a song for the party - with the help of Rocket, of course! Pooh, Tigger and Darby spring into action to search for music in the Hundred Acre Wood, and Handy Manny and his team of tools find the perfect party beat. Laugh, sing and play along, 'cause your favorite Playhouse Disney pals are live on stage, and you're invited to join the party.

Two shows at noon and 3 p.m.

Feb 28: Taste Of Southern Indiana - Area restaurants come together to offer samples of their best cuisine, while local musicians provide live entertainment. Proceeds benefit the Substance Abuse Council of Vanderburgh County and will go towards helping fund programs to help fight drug and alcohol addiction, as well as treatment and counseling programs for drug and alcohol addicts. Begins at 6 p.m.

Evansville African American Museum, Inc 812-423-5188

Feb 13: ”Fannie Lou Hamer: This Little Light.” Billie Jean Young performs this one-woman show that centers around the life of the late civil rights activist, Ms. Hamer. Middle and high school students interested in participating in a theater workshop at the Museum may do so from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; contact the Museum to register. That evening, Mrs. Young will also perform at Bosse High School at 6 p.m. Students are admitted free; adults, $5.

Evansville Civic Theatre 812-425-2800

Feb 12-13, 19-21, 26-28: Between Daylight and Boonville - Set in Evansville’s backyard! Carla, a twenty six year old high school dropout, wife and mother, dreams of packing up and moving to escape her dreary existence. She is teased, threatened and cajoled by her friends as they settle into an ordinary day of trading gossip while the children dart about the trailer park. An ordinary day becomes extraordinary when the local mine resounds with an explosion. The play is a touching and humorous study of women who possess the courage, the humor and the dignity to rise above the grimmer facts of their existence. Written by Reitz High School graduate Matt Williams. Friday and Saturday performances begin at 8 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2 p.m.

Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science 812-425-2406

Feb 4: Fine Art Class with Cynthia Watson  - Join local artist Cynthia Watson for some art, friendship and fun! Learn how to create your own masterpieces in a relaxed yet stimulating environment. Cynthia focuses on individualization while teaching core principles including perspective, value and composition, as well as color mixing and shading. Each student will choose his or her medium and subject matter, and Cynthia will discuss supplies during the first session. Beginner and intermediate students are encouraged to let creative juices flow in this inspiring atmosphere. Begins at 9 a.m.

Feb 20:15th Annual Kid's Artfest - Celebrate Black History Month! The Museum’s annual family event focuses on African and African American crafts, music and tradition for all ages. Special guests include the Children’s Center for Dance Education performing “A Tribute to Alvin Ailey: 50 Years of American Dance” and Glenwood-Culver Drum Line. Enjoy live performances; create artistic crafts with local community organizations; visit with African animals from Mesker Park Zoo; see “Follow the Drinking Gourd” in the Koch Planetarium; and view the exhibition “Art of Aftica: Objects from the Collection of Warren Robbins.” Join in a celebration of our community’s rich and diverse culture. This admission-free event is being held in partnership with the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation. Event begins at 10 a.m.

Henderson Fine Arts Center 270-831-9800

Feb 13: A King's Singers - This six-man a cappella vocal ensemble has been touring worldwide since 1968, when six choral scholars formed it in Cambridge, England. The King's Singers are known for a repertoire full of surprises - from classical (religious psalms) to pop (The Beatles and Billy Joel). Performance begins at 7:30 p.m. 

Historic New Harmony  www.newharmony.biz/index.htm

Feb 13: New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art's Art Stroll - Walk off the winter chill with a stroll through the galleries and antique shops lining the cozy streets of historic new Harmony. Stop by the New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art to view area artists' work in the exhibit "Brave New World." This event is from from 4-7 p.m. 

Old National Bank (Downtown)

Beginning February 1:National Black History Month Exhibition & Display. The main floor lobby will host exhibits provided by African American Churches in observance of National Black History Month; the history of these churches date to 1843; for more information, contact the Evansville African American Museum office at 423-5188.

Feb 6: A Chocolate Affair - Champagne, fine chocolate and plenty of mingling are on the agenda for this annual fundraiser for the Lampion Center, a counseling center for children and families in need. 7 to 10 p.m. Call 471-1776 for more information.

University of Evansville Theatre 812-488-2562

Feb 19-21, 25-28 : Light Up the Sky - Even after more than 60 years since it's Broadway debut, Light Up The Sky is still a rollicking comedy! Set within the lavish hotel suite of a theatrical diva on her opening night, playwright Moss Hart's comedic genius is evidenced by the veritable array of zany characters he has created. Combine oddball personalities quipping witty one-liners with the flamboyant antics of kooky eccentrics, and it can only lead to over-the-top hysterics. The frenzied pace of this story has an undeniable panache that has made it a time-honored favorite and an exuberant reminder of Broadway's glory days. Thursday, Friday and Saturday performances begin at 8 p.m.; Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m.

Victory Theatre 812-435-5550

Feb 11: Ballet Magnificat! - The performance of The Scarlet Cord is inspired and loosely based on the Biblical account of Rahab and is set against the gray background of the communist Soviet Union. This newest Ballet Magnificat! production depicts the story of Rahab the Harlot, party official Vladimir Ivanovich and the undercover missionaries Aaron and Anna Grimes, as well as those pressed down by the iron fist of the Soviet government. this tale of betrayal, love, dedication and ultimate sacrifice paints a portrait of an offering brought before our amazing Savior. Come witness this moving drama of a revolution, a human heart turning to the ultimate truth, Jesus Christ. Begins at 7 p.m.