“See” listings
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Goner Fest 8
Over 35 local garage and punk bands are on the bill at this 8th annual music fest that showcases acts signed to local indie label Goner Records. The opening and closing night shows take place at the record store, a quaint vinyl shop in Midtown’s hip Cooper Young neighborhood. But the majority of events will be held at the Hi-Tone Cafe (1913 Poplar Ave). Sept. 22-25. (09/2011)
At Goner Records 2152 Young Ave
901-722-0095
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Footloose
In the immortal words of Lady Gaga: “It’ll be okay. Just dance.” That’s the same philosophy that guides the lead in this classic show. Chicago-native Ren helps residents in his new rural town overcome their rigidity with a little fancy foot action. Local actors show off their moves to classic 1980s tunes, like “Holding Out for a Hero,” “Almost Paradise” and, of course, “Footloose.” Through July 24. (08/2011)
At Playhouse on the Square 66 S Cooper St
901-726-4656
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Shelby Farms Greenline
This paved, 7-mile track follows the abandoned CSX rail line from Midtown to the 2,000- acre Shelby Farms Park in East Memphis. Perfect for biking, skating or jogging in the cool spring weather, the greenline is part of the nationwide “Rails to Trails” movement that converts old railroad rights-of-way into urban park systems. (04/2011)
shelbyfarmsgreenline.org
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The Trial of One Shortsighted Black Woman vs. Mammy Louise and Safreeta Mae
This play is a courtroom drama in which a modern black businesswoman is up against two "stereotypical" black women from a film that's set on an 1823 plantation. The protagonist argues that age-old stereotypes are still haunting modern-day black women. March 24 to Apr. 10. (03/2011)
At Hattiloo Theatre 656 Marshall Ave
901-525-0009
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Ghost River Brewery
This craft brewery prides itself on making beer with pure, clean water from the Memphis Sands Aquifer. Behind-thescenes tours are available, during which samples are at the ready. Saturdays at 1pm. (03/2011)
827 S Main St
901-278-0087
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IRIS Orchestra with the Tennessee Shakespeare Company
Explore Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream while IRIS plays American composer Michael Gandolfi's Themes from a Midsummer Night and costumed TSC actors perform vignettes from the famed drama. Feb. 26. (02/2011)
At Germantown Performing Arts Centre 1801 Exeter Rd
901-751-7500
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DICHOTOMIES IN OBJECTS
This exhibition of contemporary South African studio jewelry features 150 pieces by 18 artists, all of whom are affi liated with Stellenbosch University, the only South African university that teaches conceptual approaches to jewelry-making. Jan. 21 to Apr. 3. (01/2011)
At the National Ornamental Metal Museum 374 Metal Museum Dr
901-774-6380
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SPEECH AND DEBATE
In this dark comedy, an aspiring teen journalist, a gay student and a wannabe pop star band together to form a Speech and Debate team when their high school refuses to acknowledge a town sex scandal. Jan. 7-30. (01/2011)
At TheatreWorks 2085 Monroe Ave
901-726-4656
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RHAPSODY IN BOOP
Award-winning composer Kathy Kosins, joined by the big band Jazz Orchestra of the Delta, presents songs celebrating the Jazz Age music of carefree fl apper and cartoon icon Betty Boop. Jan. 23, 2pm. (01/2011)
At Germantown Performing Arts Centre 1801 Exeter Rd
901-751-7500
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PETER PAN
The city’s premier local theater company presents the J.M. Barrie classic tale of the boy who refused to grow up. Follow Peter’s adventures with Tinker Bell and the evil Hook in the new state-of-the-art, 350-seat facility. Through Dec 23. (12/2010)
66 S Cooper St
901-726-4656
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NUT REMIX
New Ballet Ensemble’s re-telling of the classic Tchaikovsky ballet sets the story on historic Beale Street, and The Nutcracker’s classical score is re-confi gured as hip-hop music. Dancers perform a combination of African dance, hip-hop ballet and flamenco. Dec. 10-12. (12/2010)
1801 Exeter Rd
901-737-7322
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MEMPHIS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PRESENTS FIESTA!
Memphis’ professional symphony combines classical works from Latin composers like Alberto Ginastera with equally festive works by French composers Maurice Ravel and Emmanuel Chabrier. Nov. 20. (11/2010)
255 N Main St
901-537-2525
memphissymphony.org