Aiken Theatre at The Centre
812-435-5770
July 14 – 17: Seussical The Musical – Fun for the whole family! Based on 14 of the beloved books by Dr. Seuss, this is the 23rd summer musical project sponsored by the Public Education Foundation and the EVSC. Read more about this event on page 8. Tickets are on sale now at all Box Office locations, Schnuck’s West or by phone at 800-745-3000. Thursday – Saturday show times are at 7:30 p.m, and Sunday at 2:00 p.m.
Angel Mounds State Historic Site
812-853-3956
Continuing through July 29: “Big & Tiny Shows Juried Exhibits” – The name says it all: large and small pieces of art displayed in various styles and groupings. For more information, visit www.angelmounds.org.
Castle High School
812-549-5554
July 21 – 24: Cats…The Reunion – The Warrick County summer musical enters its 15th year of production. And, on this 15th anniversary, the will be performing Cats …The Reunion. Although recently performed in 2006, the cast has put a unique twist on the play by adding “memories” from the previous 14 musicals – a great way to honor the 1200+ staff and students who have put their heart and soul into the productions. Tickets can be purchased at Castle High School, from Monday – Thursday 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., and from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Or, you can charge by phone, by calling 812-549-5554.
Downtown Evansville
812-401-4243
Continuing through July: Vanderburgh County Farm Bureau Farmers’ Market – The Farmers’ Market will open at 8:00 a.m. every Friday in July and is located on the corner of Sycamore and 2nd streets in Downtown Evansville. It will feature fresh produce, herbs, crafts, baked goods and everything in between! For more information, call GAGE at 812-401-4243.
Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science
812-425-2406
caption for photo: BIRD SCREEN 1, Patricia Brentano Bramnick. Cut paper, 27 x 43 inches
Continuing through July 24: “We Don’t Own Nature. We’re Part Of It!” – This Evansville native’s work uniquely expresses the beauty and fragility of Indiana’s 41 endangered and threatened bird species. An accomplished artist, Brentano is deeply committed to environmental concerns. Each heavy paper shape is suspended from the Old Gallery’s ceiling. They are paired with drawings and watercolors.
July 1: “Free Fridays” - July 1 will be Free Friday at the Planetarium. Check out their two shows playing through the afternoon and evening for free.
July 13: “Saturn Watch” - Using telescopes set up just for the event, you’ll be able to get a close-up look at this dazzling planet at our Saturn Watch on Saturday, July 23, from 8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The event, which takes place in the Museum’s parking lot, will allow first-hand views of this dazzling evening “star.”
Historic New Harmony
812-682-4474
July 4: Fourth of July Celebration
Join community members and visitors for music and patriotic speeches at the Atheneum/Visitors Center beginning at 12:30 PM. Continue the celebration with the Kiwanis Golf Cart Parade at 1:30 and a traditional community picnic featuring music, food, games, contests and free root beer in Maclure Park.
July 15-16: ArchiCamp
A two-day, overnight camp for children ages 10–12 years. Children, along with an accompanying parent or guardian, will tour New Harmony and explore principles of urban planning and sustainable communities. For more information call 812.682.4488.
Lincoln Amphitheatre
800-264-4ABE
Photo – PC courtesy of Lincoln Amphitheatre
Continuing through July: Christmas in July Classic Family Film Series – Projecting on a 40x30 foot screen, Lincoln Amphitheatre is bringing you the Christmas favorites you enjoy in December — in July! Open air screening dates are as follows: July 1 – How The Grinch Stole Christmas; July 2 – A Christmas Story; July 8 – National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation; July 9 – Elf. All shows start at 8:00 p.m. CDT. For more information, call 1-800-264-4ABE.
July 21 – August 7: The Wizard of Oz – In partnership with the Evansville Civic Theatre, Lincoln Amphitheatre is taking the story we all grew up with and flinging it into a Steampunk world full of gears, gadgets and goggles… oh my! Be on the look out for flying monkeys with jet packs, roller blades and more! Read more about this one page … Tickets range from $15 - $18, with group discounts available. Tickets available online at www.lincolnamphitheatre.org, or call 1-800-264-4ABE.
New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art
812-464-8600
Continuing through August 14: Curt Schmitt and John Spurgin – Schmitt, a local cabinetmaker, and Spurgin, a painter, opening reception. 10 a.m.
Continuing through July 21: Ceramics Workshop – Every Thursday at 5:30 p.m.
New Harmony Theatre
877-NHT-SHOW
June 8 – 10, 15 – 17: The 39 Steps – Adapted by Patrick Barlow from the novel written by John Buchan. This fast-paced parody of Alfred Hitchcock 1930’s film of the same name, and winner of two Tony awards, features four actors playing 150 roles, mimicking the quick scene changes in film. This film carries the audience and Hitchcock to an absurd new plane. Evening shows begin at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday matinees begin at 2:00 p.m.
June 22 – 24, 20 – 31, August 5 – 7: Avenue X – The New Harmony Theatre will close the season with Avenue X, a musical that takes you through the early days of doo-wop music. Script by John Miller, music and lyrics by Ray Leslee. Chronicling the life of Italian and African-American youth in 1960’s Brooklyn, Avenue X exposes the early predecessors of the Backstreet Boys, ‘N Sync and others. This show is sure to impress young and old alike with the sweet-voiced singers’ a-capella tunes. Evening shows begin at 7:30 p.m. Saturday ,and Sunday matinees begin at 2:00 p.m.
Willard Library Book Fair
812-425-4309
July 6: Tales and Scales presents: “The Frog Who Wanted to be a Singer” – Famed area story-telling and musical troop Tales and Scales will be performing on the 2nd floor. Can you help the frog be a singer? Join us and find out! Show is at 2:30 p.m.
July 12: Revolutionary Health – Discussion of “The Kind Diet” by Alicia Silverstone and a “healthy” potluck. 1:00 p.m.
