The Hoogland Center for the Arts and SIU Voice Clinic present the Fats Waller musical Ain’t Misbehavin’ for two weekends in the LRS Theatre. The outrageously prodigious comic and musical soul of 1930s Harlem lives on in this rollicking, swinging, finger-snapping revue that is still considered one of Broadway’s best. Cast includes Kevin Ford, Tosh […]
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In the groove
A host of celebrated musicians come together for an in-theater concert broadcasted live from the House of Blues Boston. On the big screen, see and hear world-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma, legendary bluegrass fiddler Stuart Duncan, acclaimed bassist Edgar Meyer, mandolin wizard Chris Thile with guest vocalist Aoife O’Donovan. The four string virtuosos perform songs off […]
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New crop
Join individuals interested in healthier and safer foods at the 4th Annual Slow Food Springfield Film Festival held at Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation on Friday, Jan. 27. The 50-minute film Grow! screens at 7 p.m. The documentary features 20 young sustainable farmers, many who left the city with dreams of working the land to live […]
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Science of words
Families are invited to Lincoln Library for a literacy fair that looks to the skies to propel children into the incredible world of reading and writing. Sponsored by the Junior League of Springfield, “Time to NepTUNE into a Good Book” includes crafts, face painting, games, and readings by local celebrity guest readers. Reading is Fundamental […]
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Power plays
The Sangamon Valley Group of the Sierra Club and Sustainable Springfield, Inc. host a Smart Energy Forum at Lincoln Library on Jan. 24 during the SVG’s monthly meeting. Featured is the City Water, Light and Power Energy Services Office. Manager Bill Mills leads the forum providing general updates on CWLP energy efficiency and conservation programs, […]
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19th century soldiers
An impressive Civil War exhibit fills the first and second floors of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library during 2012. Weekdays, visit the display titled, “Illinois Answers the Call: Boys in Blue.” The vast collection features artifacts such as letters, diaries, sketches, songs and the faces of Illinois soldiers including African-American regiments. Highlights are an original […]
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Moving pictures
The Molly Schlich 2012 Film Series begins Sunday, Jan. 22, at the AMC Parkway 8 movie theater with the viewing of the inspiring American film The Hammer. The story follows a young deaf wrestler who works his way to the National Collegiate Championship. The Springfield Art Association’s foreign and independent film series runs through April […]
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Fabulous folk
Hurry now and phone the Hoogland Center for the Arts because there are only a handful of tickets left for the first WUIS Bedrock 66 Series of 2012 featuring Nashville singer/songwriter Todd Snider. With a slew of albums and a reputation as having a flair for the humorous, he is one act you won’t want […]
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Check mate
Laurie O’ Brien directs Springfield Theatre Center’s production of Chess, a musical with lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Bjorn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson, formerly of ABBA. The story involves a romantic triangle between two top players, an American and a Russian, in a world chess championship, and a woman who manages one and falls […]
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Home run
It’s a home run for baseball lovers as the Cardinals Caravan rolls into the Prairie Capital Convention Center Monday, Jan. 16. Fans can join in to meet current players Fernando Salas, Tony Cruz, Matt Carpenter and Jordan Swagerty; Cardinals alumni Rex Hudler, Andy Benes and Al Hrabosky and broadcasters. There will be autographs for kids, […]
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Play time
Kids third through fifth grade get to have an awesome time at the Y while parents get a little time to themselves on Saturday, Jan. 14. Dance to the music, create a work of art, watch a movie, play ball and play games. Learn a little more about this event, offered eight times a year […]
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The King
If you love the King, as in Elvis Presley, the King of Rock ’n’ Roll, you can celebrate his 77th birthday at the Hoogland Center of the Arts on Saturday, Jan. 7 with a tribute concert. Internationally-known performer Elvis Himselvis, also known as Rick Dunham of central Illinois, and his band take the stage. The […]
