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Austin
Music/Dance
FEB 14 & 15: ALVIN ALLEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER
Founded by Rogers, Texas, native Alvin Alley in 1958, this modern dance company performs pieces old (Alley's 1960 ballet Revelations) and new (the premiere of artistic director Judith Jamison's Reminiscin'). At 8. $23.40-$66. UT campus, Bass Concert Hall, 23rd & Robert Dedman Dr (512-471-1444 or 800-687-5010). (W+)
FEB 17: JUANES
With a solo career dating back to 1998, scads of Grammys, and raves for his poetic lyrics and electric guitar prowess, the Colombian singer formerly known as Juan Esteban Aristizabal--Juanes is a contraction of his first two names--is Latin America's hottest singer-songwriter. At 8. $40.55-$55.50. UT campus, Bass Concert Hall, 23rd & Robert Dedman Dr (512-471-2444 or 800-587-5010). (W+)
FEB 21: BONNIE RAITT
Raitt's been giving 'em something to talk about for 35 years, with 18 albums and myriad tour stops. This performance will be no exception as she sings old standbys and new sounds from her latest album, Souls Alike. At 8. $45-$55. UT campus, Bass Concert Hall, 23rd & Robert Dedman Dr (512-471-1444 or 800-587-6010). (W+)
AUSTIN CLASSICAL GUITAR SOCIETY
The Fantastic Tale of Prince Pickles of Guitaristan--a prince must learn to play the guitar to woo Princess Concerta in this musical children's show. Feb 25 at 11 & noon. Free with museum admission: gen adm $5.50, children 12-23 months $3.50, under 12 months free. Austin Children's Museum, 201 Colorado (512-300-2247). (W+)
AUSTIN SYMPHONY
Feb 3 & 4 at 8: Mozart: The Abduction From the Seraglio Overture. Chopin: Concerto No 1 for Piano. Mozart: Symphony No 41 in C Major. Janina Fialkowska, piano. Peter Bay, conductor. $19-$42 (UT campus, Bass Concert Hall, 23rd & Robert Dedman Dr). Feb 18 at 8: February Pops. The Spinners. Peter Bay, conductor. $25 & $40 (Riverbend Centre, 4214 Capital of Texas Hwy, 512-327-3540). (512-477-6060 or 800-687-6010). (W+)
BALLET AUSTIN
New American Talent--whittled down from hundreds of entrants, three emerging choreographers showcase their winning ballets, performed by Ballet Austin dancers. Feb 16-19. Thur-Sat at 8, Sun at 2. $20-$80. Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave (512-476-2163). (W+)
ONE WORLD THEATRE
Feb 1-3 at 7: George Winston; $29-$70. Feb 10 at 7 & 9:30: Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder: An Evening of Bluegrass; $29-$70. Feb 14 at 7 & 9:30: Bobby Caldwell; $29-$70. Feb 16 & 17 at 7 & 9:30: Cowboy Junkies; $29-$70. Feb 24 at 7 & 9:30: Maynard Ferguson & his Big Bop Nouveau Band; $29-$70. 7701 Bee Caves Rd (512-329-6753). (W+)
Theater
FRONTERAFEST 2006
More than 800 "fringe" thespians showcase unjuried pieces in this five-week festival of unconventional staging and take part in the Short Fringe, the Long Fringe, BYOV (Bring Your Own Venue), and Mi Casa Es Su Teatro. Thru Feb 11. Call for schedule & prices. Hyde Park Theater, 511 W. 43rd and the Blue Theater, 916 Springdale (512-479-7529).
PETER PAN
Cathy Rigby stars in her farewell performance as the boy who doesn't want to grow up. Feb 7-12. Tue-Fri at 8, Sat at 2 & 8, Sun at 2 & 7:30. $18-$59. UT campus, Bass Concert Hall, 23rd & Robert Dedman Dr (512-471-1444 or 800-687-6010). (W+)
STATE THEATRE
Twelfth Night--Shakespeare's romantic comedy is tweaked a bit, set in early New Orleans instead of Illyria and infused with blues music. Feb 15-Mar 5. Wed-Sat at 8, Sun at 2. $27-$40. 719 Congress Ave (512-472-5143). (W+)
Museums/Galleries
AUSTIN MUSEUM OF ART-DOWNTOWN
Thru Apr 30: Christo and Jeanne-Claude: The Wurth Collection--see more than fifty years' worth of work by the innovative couple best known for 2005's The Gates Project, in New York City's Central Park. On display are preparatory objects, drawings, collages, and large-scale photographs of their more than 75 public artworks, including the Pont Neuf Wrapped (Paris), and Surrounded Islands (Miami). Open Tue, Wed, Fri & Sat 10-6; Thur 10-8; Sun noon-5. Gen adm $5, senior citizens & students $4 (everybody $1 on Tue), children 12 & under free; first Sat pay what you wish. 823 Congress Ave (512-495-9224). (W+)
BOB BULLOCK TEXAS STATE HISTORY MUSEUM
This museum, which is named for the former Texas lieutenant governor, houses three floors of exhibits that trace the history of Texas. Feb 11-Apr 18: A Slave Ship Speaks: The Wreck of the Henrietta Marie--pewter cups, muskets, navigational tools, iron shackles, and other artifacts that sank 35 miles off the Key West coast in 1700 are on display. Investigate a scale model of the British merchant slave ship and learn about its archaeological recovery. Open Mon-Sat 9-6, Sun noon-& Gen adm $5.50, senior citizens $4.50, youths 5-18 $3, 4 & under free. 1800 N. Congress Ave (512-935-8745). (W+)
MEXIC-ARTE MUSEUM
Thru Mar 16: Crossing Over: Photographs and New Video Installations by Willie Varela--independent film-maker Varela shows off his large-format photographs and video installations, including the Burning World, Thoughts on 9/11, and Night Walking. Open Mon-Thur 10-6, Fri & Sat 10-5, Sun noon-5. Gen adm $5, senior citizens & students $4, children 12 & under $1. 419 Congress Ave (512-480-9373). (W+)
WOMEN AND THEIR WORK
Feb 16-Mar 25: Angela Fraleigh--the artist's large-scale oil paintings bring elements of the baroque into the 21st century. Thru Feb 11: Liz Ward: Aqueous--in a series of silverpoint drawings and watercolors, Ward offers her meditation on the nature and presence of water. Open Mon-Fri 9-6, Sat noon-5. Free. 1710 Lavaca (512-477-1064). (W+)
Sports
AUSTIN ICE BATS
Central Hockey League. Feb 3: Fort Worth Brahmas. Feb 8: Memphis RiverKings. Feb 11: Amarillo Gorillas. Feb 12: Youngstown SteelHounds. Feb 17: Colorado Eagles. Feb 19: Laredo Bucks. Feb 25: Odessa Jackalopes. At 7:30 (except Feb 12 & 19 at 4). $11-$35. Travis County Exposition Center, 7311 Decker Ln (512-927-7825). (W+)
AUSTIN TOROS
NBA Development League. Feb 2 & 4: Albuquerque Thunderbirds. Feb 11 & 14: Roanoke Dazzle. Feb 23: Fayetteville Patriots. Feb 25 & 26: Tulsa 66ers. At 7:30 (except Feb 25 at 1 & Feb 26 at 3). $11-$35.50. Austin Convention Center, 500 E. Cesar Chavez (512-236-8333). (W+)
FREESCALE MARATHON
The 15th-largest marathon in the country draws more than 10,000 runners to its course, which features several city landmarks around Lake Austin and throughout downtown. A half marathon kicks off at the same time. Feb 19 at 7 a.m. Call for prices. Races begin at 7700 W. Parmer Ln; half marathon ends at Northcross Mall, 2525 W. Anderson Ln; marathon ends at Auditorium Shores, W. Riverside Dr & 1st (512-478-4255). freescaleaustinmarathon.com. (W+)
HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS
The comedic ball-handlers take the court on their 80th anniversary tour. Feb 9 at 7. $14-$100. Frank Erwin Center, 1701 Red River (512-471-7744). (W+)
Other Events
CARNAVAL BRASILEIRO
Flamboyance is the guiding spirit of this annual Brazilian blowout, so prepare yourself for decadent costumes, samba by Grupo Saveiro, and cares thrown to the wind. Feb 4 from 8 to 1:30 a.m. $30. Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd (512-452-6832). (W+)
LILY TOMLIN
The funny lady brings her multiple personalities to life. Feb 12 at 8. $40-$71. Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave (512-472-2901). (W+)
Points of Interest
THE CAPITOL
The statehouse, dedicated in 1888, was completely restored in 1994. Open Mon-Fri 7 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat & Sun 9-8. Free tours Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30, Sat 9:30-3:30, Sun noon-3:30 (call ahead for groups of 10 or more). 11th & Congress Ave (512-463-0063). (W+) The Capitol Visitors Center (11th & Brazos, 512-305-8400), located in the 1857 General Land Office Bldg, houses historical exhibits. Open Mon-Sat 9-5, Bun noon-5. Free. Parking at 12th & San Jacinto (first 2 hours free). (W+)
Dallas
Music/Dance
FEB 25: DUKE ELLINGTON'S SACRED CONCERTS
Three of Ellington's masterworks will be performed by the Duke Ellington Orchestra and the Hamilton Park Men's Chorus in honor of Black History month. At 8. $24-$48. Eisemann Center for...
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