Lubbock entertainment in brief
Alamo hosting 'Pretty in Pink' brunch
Alamo Drafthouse Lubbock, 120 W. Loop 289, is hosting a "Pretty in Pink" special-menu brunch at 11 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 6.
Order from our brunch menu – egg BLT, French toast, or breakfast tacos – and pair with a brunch cocktail classic. Each are available to order along with our full menu at this special brunch screening.
As far as we’re concerned, "Pretty in Pink" is the definitive guide to the classification of high school boys. Sure, fashion and hairstyles have changed, but the universal truth of the film remains: if you're a teenage dude, you're either a Duckie or a Blane.
The Duckies of the world are typically adorable and goofy, but they're just never gonna make it out of the friend zone. The Blanes, on the other hand, were born to be hot and popular, so of course they take everything for granted and don't appreciate the awesome, amazing girls right in front of them. In other words, dating in high school sucks.
Movie tickets for this show are $10 and available in advance online at drafthouse.com/lubbock
Overstreet brings 'Storyteller' event to Cactus
Legendary singer and songwriter Paul Overstreet brings his "Storyteller" event to the Cactus Theater at 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 6.
As a songwriter, Overstreet has written and co-written 27 Top Ten songs, his first being the George Jones single “Same Ole Me.” Numerous other artists have recorded his songs including Randy Travis, Tanya Tucker, Keith Whitley, Alison Krauss, The Judds, Kenny Chesney, Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood and more.
Overstreet's first solo project began when RCA released "Sowin' Love". The five singles released from this album were all top ten hits, including the title cut, Paul's "signature" song “All The Fun,” and his first No. 1, “Seein' My Father in Me.” The second album, "Heroes", included the hits “Daddy's Come Around”, ”If I Could Bottle This Up”, “Heroes” and “Billy Can't Read,” which became the theme song for the CMA/CMT Project Literacy.
Tickets for this show include: $45 for VIP/Meet & Greet, first 2 rows on floor (A-B); $30 for rows C-G; $27.50 for remaining floor rows H-M and ADA; $25 for standard balcony; and $60 for balcony box seats (includes concessions).
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.cactustheater.com
Holly Hall to host Carole King musical
"Beautiful: The Carole King Musical" is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 8 and Wednesday, Feb. 9 in the Helen Devitt Jones Theater of Buddy Holly Hall.
"Beautiful: The Carole King Musical" tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation.
Featuring an array of beloved songs written by Gerry Goffin/Carole King and Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil, including “I Feel The Earth Move,” “One Fine Day,” “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,” “You’ve Got A Friend” and the title song, "Beautiful" has a book by and Tony? Award-nominee and Academy? Award-nominated writer Douglas McGrath, direction by Marc Bruni, choreography by Josh Prince, and took home two 2014 Tony? Awards and a 2015 Grammy? Award.
Reserved seat tickets for this show range from $40 to $100 (plus taxes & fees) and are available for purchase in advance online at www.buddyhollyhall.com
Newsboys coming to Holly Hall
Contemporary Christian group the Newboys are bringing their Stand Together Tour to the Hub City at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 10, in the Helen Devitt Jones Theater of Buddy Holly Hall.
Joining them will be Danny Gokey, Mac Powell and Adam Agee to worship with a shared purpose.
A facial covering over the nose and mouth is recommended for unvaccinated guests due to COVID-19 safety protocols.
Tickets to this show range from $19.75 to $75 (plus taxes & fees) depending on seating.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit buddyhollyhall.com
An Evening with Sinatra at the Cactus
An Evening with Sinatra starring Brian Duprey, direct from Atlantic City, is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 11 and Saturday, Feb. 12 at Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave.
Acclaimed as the best in the world at his craft, Frank Sinatra tribute artist Duprey presents an intimate performance of Sinatra’s classic hits with a swinging seven-piece orchestra that will leave you spellbound and wanting more. You’ll recognize these all-time masterpieces and marvel at the incredible stage presence and vocal mastery Duprey exhibits in capturing every nuance of the Chairman of the Board.
As a special bonus...you won't believe your eyes when Marilyn makes a surprise appearance and presents a few photo ops to lucky listeners.
Tickets for this show are $3 for the first 3 rows of floor (rows A-C); $27.50 for the remainder of floor (rows D-M) and ADA; $25 for standard balcony; and $55 for limited balcony box (includes concessions).
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.cactustheater.co
Sing along to 'Grease' at Alamo
Alamo Drafthouse Lubbock, 120 W. Loop 289, is hosting a "Grease" movie party and sing-along at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 10, and Saturday, Feb. 12.
We’re hopelessly devoted to "Grease", with its lovable characters, its doo-wop style, and, of course, those endlessly catchy tunes. To celebrate this timeless classic, we’re putting together an interactive, prop-filled, hand-jiving Sing-Along for all you T-Birds and Pink Ladies out there (beauty school dropouts also welcome).
We’ll kick things off with a pre-show hand jive contest before we start the interactive show, where you’ll have some candy cigarettes to help you look like a greaser, a comb so that you can comb-along to the action, ribbons, salon caps, and more. And because this is a Sing-Along, we’ll have the lyrics up onscreen to help every Danny, Sandy, Rizzo, and Kenickie in the audience get in on the fun.
So roll up the cuffs on those jeans, grab your respective black leather and pink satin jackets, theatrically comb your hair, and cruise on down to join us for the most rockin’ Sing-Along ever.
Tickets for this movie party/sing-along are $15.15 and available for purchase online in advance at drafthouse.com/lubbock
CATS to present 'Around the World in 80 Days'
CATS Playhouse, 2257 34th St., presents "Around the World in 80 Days," scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Feb. 11-12 and 18-19 with 2:30 p.m. matinees on Feb. 13 and 20.
Stampeding elephants! Raging typhoons! Runaway trains! Unabashedly slapstick! Hold onto your seats for the original amazing race!
Join fearless adventurer Phileas Fogg and his faithful manservant as they race to beat the clock. Phileas Fogg has agreed to an outrageous wager that puts his fortune and his life at risk. With his resourceful servant Passepartout, Fogg sets out to circle the globe in an unheard-of 80 days. But his every step is dogged by a detective who thinks he's a robber on the run. Danger, romance, and comic surprises abound in this whirlwind of a show.
General admission tickets for this production are $16 each for adults and $13 for seniors and students.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.catsplayhouse.com
Kansas bringing classic rock to Holly Hall
Classic rock group Kansas is bringing its Point of Know Return anniversary tour to the Hub City at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 11, in the Helen Devitt Jones Theater of Buddy Holly Hall.
With a legendary career spanning nearly five decades, Kansas has firmly established itself as one of America’s iconic classic rock bands. This “garage band” from Topeka have gone on to sell more than 30 million albums worldwide.
Composing a catalogue that includes 16 studio albums and five live albums, Kansas has produced eight gold albums, three sextuple-Platinum albums ("Leftoverture", "Point of Know Return", "Best of Kansas"), one platinum live album (Two for the Show), one quadruple-Platinum single "Carry On Wayward Son" and another triple-Platinum single "Dust in the Wind".
Kansas appeared on the Billboard charts for more than 200 weeks throughout the ‘70’s and ‘80’s. "Carry On Wayward Son" continues to be one of the top five most-played songs on classic rock radio.
VIP packages available for a limited time at: tickets.onelivemedia.com/event/kansas-vip-packages-buddy-holly-hall02112022
Reserved seat tickets range from $45.50 to $121 (plus taxes & fees) depending on seating and are available for purchase online at buddyhollyhall.com
Alamo hosting 'Fifth Shades of Grey' brunch
Alamo Drafthouse, 120 W. Loop 289, is hosting a special brunch screening of "Fifth Shades of Grey," at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 12.
Order from the new brunch menu — egg BLT, French toast, or breakfast tacos – and pair with one of the brunch cocktail classics. Each are available to order along with the full menu at this special brunch screening.
When college senior Anastasia Steele (Dakota Johnson) steps in for her sick roommate to interview prominent businessman Christian Grey (Jamie Dornan) for their campus paper, little does she realize the path her life will take. Christian, as enigmatic as he is rich and powerful, finds himself strangely drawn to Ana, and she to him. Though sexually inexperienced, Ana plunges headlong into an affair — and learns that Christian's true sexual proclivities push the boundaries of pain and pleasure.
Tickets to this special brunch screening are $11 and available online in advance at drafthouse.com/lubbock
Alamo hosting 'Bridesmaids' brunch
Alamo Drafthouse Lubbock, 120 W. Loop 289, is hosting a "Bridesmaids" special-menu brunch at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 13.
Order from the new brunch menu — egg BLT, French toast, or breakfast tacos – and pair with one of the brunch cocktail classics. Each are available to order along with our full menu at this special brunch screening.
Tickets for this special event are $10 and available online in advance at drafthouse.com/lubbock
The Mavericks to perform at Holly Hall
The Mavericks en Espanol World Tour comes to the Helen Devitt Jones Theater of Buddy Holly Hall at 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 13.
The Mavericks, the eclectic rock and country group known for crisscrossing musical boundaries with abandon, has gone through three distinct phases since it was founded in Miami in 1989. Now, The Mavericks have ushered in the fourth phase of their evolution with the No. 1 Billboard debut of their first-ever, all Spanish album, "En Espa?ol", released on the band’s own Mono Mundo label.
The songs are as diverse as Latin America itself, and as cohesive as the ideal of the American melting pot. To season this rich musical paella, The Mavericks add their signature country/rock/Tex-Mex flavors and a refreshing spontaneity to the mix. En Espa?ol flips the band’s usual fusion formula, which adds a striking assortment of genres – salsa, ska, norte?o, mariachi, and much more – to its sturdy rock/country base.
Note: Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required for all guests or a documented negative COVID test within 72 hours of the event.
Reserved seat tickets for this show range from $29.50 to $56.50 (plus taxes & fees) depending on seating and are available for purchase online at buddyhollyhall.com
Celebrate Valentine's Day with Cactus, MCM Elegante
Enjoy a Valentine's date night with "You've Got Mail" at the Cactus Theater and MCM Elegante dinner/night stay options.
Enjoy the modern, classic romance film "You’ve Got Mail" starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan, preceded by heavy hors d'oeuvres at the historic Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave. Doors open at 5 p.m. with food served adjacent to the stage/screen up until the film starts at 6 p.m.
If you wish to include dinner after the movie, you’ll select the second package, which includes heading over to Lubbock's four-star MCM Eleganté Hotel & Suites, 801 Ave. Q, for a dinner for two after the film. A third package option includes a romantic evening in a king suite with breakfast the next morning.
Here are three options to choose from: $29/couple for heavy hors d'oeuvres before the movie at Cactus Theater; doors at 5 p.m. with heavy heavy hors d'oeuvres served by the stage; $79/couple for heavy hors d'oeuvres and the movie and New York Strip dinner at the hotel after the film; or $129/couple for heavy hors d'oeuvres and the movie and New York Strip dinner at the hotel after the film, a king suite for overnight stay and breakfast the next morning.
Dinner options at the hotel (after the film) include: Carved New York Strip, baked chicken, broccoli, loaded baked potatoes, tossed salad/Caesar salad, dinner rolls, dessert, water, coffee, tea and choice of red or white wine.
Room package will include an Atrium King Suite that includes a full hot breakfast buffet with omelets and waffles made to order the following morning.
For more information or to purchase one of the above packages, visit www.cactustheater.com
The hits of Bon Jovi, Journey, Foreigner and Chicago
The Big Hits of Bon Jovi, Journey, Foreigner and Chicago is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 18, at the Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave.
The Caldwell Collective Band joined by singers Brandon Gwinn, Jeff McCreight, Jason Fellers and Kassidy King will take the stage to honor the big hits of these four legendary, trendsetting bands. If you’ve been to one of our tribute concerts before, you already know the house will be rockin' and if this is your first time, hang on to your hat.
Reserved seat tickets are $20 and balcony box seat tickets are $40.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.cactustheater.com
Sounds of West Texas presents Valentine's Day show
Sounds of West Texas hosts its Classic Love Songs Annual Valentine's Day Show at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 19, at the Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave.
This is the perfect evening for a Valentine's date, a fun night with a big group of friends, or enjoy these great songs with family. There are all kinds of love songs and these Lubbock musicians will not disappoint in presenting an array of love songs that will touch your heart such as, "To Make You Feel My Love," "Hello Darlin'," "Let Me Tell You About Love, " "Unchained Melody," "Love at the Five and Dime," "Amanda," "Oh Darlin,' "Good Hearted Woman," and more in the genres of country, rhythm & blues, soft rock and pop.
The animated Kurt Kiser will be the emcee for the evening. Featured performers on February 19th will be some of the Lubbock area's finest: Larry Allen, Jeff Bailey, Steve Burrus, Danny Dukatnik, Brady Fenn, Mark Frandsen, Emily George, Brenda Hopkins, Mike Huffman, Donnetta Lippe, Donnie Martin, Roger Morrow, Betty Smith, Brent Smith, Mark Wallney, Terry Westbrook and Steve Williams.
Tickets for this special Valentine's show are $20 for floor and standard balcony seats; and $40 for box seats in the balcony (box seat includes concessions with proof of ticket purchase; present ticket at lobby counter when ordering).
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.cactustheater.com
Alamo hosting 'But I'm a Cheerleader' brunch
Alamo Drafthouse, 120 W. Loop 289, is hosting a special brunch screening of the cult classic, "But I'm a Cheerleader," at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 19.
Order from their brunch menu – egg BLT, French toast, or breakfast tacos – and pair with a brunch cocktail classic. Each are available to order along with the full menu at this special brunch screening.
Megan (Natasha Lyonne) considers herself a typical American girl. She excels in school and cheerleading, and she has a handsome football-playing boyfriend, even though she isn't that crazy about him.
So, she's stunned when her parents decide she's gay and send her to True Directions, a boot camp meant to alter her sexual orientation. While there, Megan meets a rebellious and unashamed teen lesbian, Graham (Clea DuVall). Though Megan still feels confused, she starts to have feelings for Graham.
Tickets for this special screening are $10 each and available for purchase online at drafthouse.com/lubbock.
Alamo hosting 'Somewhere in Time' brunch
Alamo Drafthouse, 120 W. Loop 289, is hosting a special brunch screening of "Somewhere in Time," at 11 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 20.
Order from the new brunch menu – egg BLT, French toast, or breakfast tacos – and pair with one of the brunch cocktail classics. Each are available to order along with the full menu at this special brunch screening.
Young writer Richard Collier is met on the opening night of his first play by an old lady who begs him to "Come back to me". Mystified, he tries to find out about her, and learns that she is a famous stage actress from the early 1900s, Elise McKenna. Becoming more and more obsessed with her, he manages, by self hypnosis, to travel back in time where he meets her. They fall in love, a matching that is not appreciated by her manager. Can their love outlast the immense problems caused by their "time" difference? And can Richard remain in a time that is not his?
Tickets for this special brunch screening are $10 and available online at drafthouse.com/lubbock
Cactus hosts Vandoliers Trio
The Vandoliers Trio with Carolina Story and Summer Dean are scheduled to perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 25, at the Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave.
Vandoliers are the next wave of Texas music. The six-piece Dallas-Fort Worth group channels all that makes this vast state unique: tradition, modernity, audacity, grit, and — of course — size. Produced and recorded by Adam Hill, the band’s third album, "Forever" is a mix of youthful and defiant punk, rugged Red Dirt country, and vibrant Tejano.
Blending folk intimacy, country grit, and alt-rock muscle, Carolina Story’s new album, "Dandelion", is an ode to survival in the face of struggle, a full-throated tribute to the power of hope and the unbreakable bonds of family.
Dean makes music rooted in Telecaster twang, southern storytelling, and the rugged resilience of the American West.
Tickets for this show are not yet on sale. For more information, check back at www.cactustheater.com
Ranky Tanky returns as part of TTU series
Grammy-winning jazz, gospel, funk & rhythm and blues group Ranky Tanky returns to the Allen Theater in the Texas Tech Student Union at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 25, as part of the TTU Presidential Lecture and Performance Series.
Ranky Tanky released its debut on Oct. 20, 2017, and by December, the group had been profiled on NPR’s Fresh Air with Terry Gross and their album soared to the #1 position on the Billboard, i-Tunes and Amazon Jazz Charts.
“Gullah” comes from West African language and means “a people blessed by God.” “Ranky Tanky” translates loosely as “Work It” or “Get Funky!”
In this spirit, the Charleston, South Carolina-based quintet performs timeless music of Gullah culture born in the southeastern Sea Island region of the United States. From playful game songs to ecstatic shouts, from heartbreaking spirituals to delicate lullabies, the musical roots of Charleston are “rank” and fertile ground from which these contemporary artists are grateful to have grown.
General admission tickets for this performance are $17 each and available for purchase online through selectaseatlubbock.com or at the Select-a-Seat box office in the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center.
LSO to perform Scriabin, Strauss
Experience Scriabin and Strauss with the Lubbock Symphony Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 26, when they present "Ecstasy" in the Helen Devitt Jones Theater of Buddy Holly Hall.
The LSO performs Scriabin’s "Le Poème de l’extase", or “The Poem of Ecstasy,” and Strauss’ "Till Eulenspiegels lustige Streiche", or “Merry Pranks.”
Tickets for this concert range from $33 to $93 (plus taxes and fees) depending on seating and are available for purchase online at www.buddyhollyhall.com
Banister, Blackwater Draw take Cactus stage
For the first time, Caldwell Entertainment will feature Will Banister and Blackwater Draw all in one spectacular show at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 26, at the Cactus Theater.
When Will and his entourage take the stage, there's no question you are hearing one of the finest country singers in the nation and on this show, and opening Will's performance will be West Texas favorite, Blackwater Draw.
From classic country to current chart-toppers, this evening will have it all.
Reserved seat tickets are $25; balcony box seat tickets are $50 (box ticket includes concessions).
For more information or to purchase tickets, www.cactustheater.com
Alamo hosting 'Phantom' movie party
Wear the mask and sing the songs when Alamo Drafthouse Lubbock, 120 W. Loop 289, hosts a "Phantom of the Opera" movie party based on the 2004 film at 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 27.
Take director Joel Schumacher, add in Andrew Lloyd Webber, throw in a huge dose of opera (with just a dash of Minnie Driver), and you’ve got yourself some grand campy goodness.
Join us for "Phantom of the Opera" Movie Party, a musical extravaganza that’ll throw its magical lasso around you and never let go. We’ll have lighters to illuminate the chandelier scene, roses to celebrate Christine, and, of course, your very own Phantom mask. All we ask of you is that you and your friends come ready to belt out some opera (we're sure you'll sound molto bene) as we revel in the music of the night.
The classical musical comes to life on the big screen. A young soprano becomes the obsession of a disfigured musical genius who lives beneath the Paris Opéra House. He kidnaps the soprano and forces the owners of the play to keep her as the lead role of the play.
Tickets to this movie party are $15.15 and available for purchase online in advance at drafthouse.com/lubbock
Dailey and Vincent to perform at Cactus
An evening with Dailey and Vincent, country bluegrass and gospel, is scheduled for 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 27, at Cactus Theater1812 Buddy Holly Ave.
Grand Ole Opry members, five-time GRAMMY? award winners individually, three-time GRAMMY? award nominees collectively, four-time DOVE Award winners, and winners of 35 IBMA Awards altogether, Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent, backed by one of the best bands on tour, are some of the most reputable and elite entertainers in American music; bluegrass, traditional country and gospel music.
Their most recent live CD, “Dailey & Vincent ALIVE,” debuted at #1 on the Billboard Bluegrass charts and remained at the top position for over 15 weeks. Prior to forming the duo in 2007, both Dailey and Vincent were already seasoned veterans in the Bluegrass world, having garnered great personal success.
Tickets for this show are $45 for the first five rows (A-E); $40 for remainder of floor (F-M) and ADA; $35 for regular balcony; and $75 for balcony box (includes concessions).
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.cactustheater.com
Alamo hosting 'Notting Hill' brunch
Alamo Drafthouse, 120 W. Loop 289, is hosting a special brunch screening of "Notting Hill," at 11 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 27.
Order from the new brunch menu – egg BLT, French toast, or breakfast tacos – and pair with one of the brunch cocktail classics. Each are available to order along with the full menu at this special brunch screening.
William Thacker owns a travel bookstore in Notting Hill, London. Divorced Will shares a flat with Spike, a flaky and sloppy Welshman. One day, famous Hollywood actress Anna Scott enters the shop and buys a book. Shortly after Anna has left, Will bumps into her while rounding a street corner, spilling his juice on her. He takes her to his place that is directly across the street so she can change into a clean shirt. When leaving, she impulsively kisses him.
Tickets for this special brunch screening are $10 and available online at drafthouse.com/lubbock
This article originally appeared on Lubbock Avalanche-Journal: Lubbock entertainment in brief