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Entertainment events: WT ‘Falling into Dance’ to feature students’ choreography

WT’s ‘Falling into Dance’ performances to highlight student choreographers

CANYON — Choreography from seven senior dance majors from West Texas A&M University will be in the spotlight for WT Dance’s annual “Falling into Dance” concerts, set for 7:30 p.m. Nov. 21 to 23 and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 24 in the Happy State Bank Studio Theatre in the Sybil B. Harrington Fine Arts Complex on WT’s Canyon campus.

Tickets are $12 for adults, $8 for seniors and students and free for WT students, faculty and staff with a Buff Gold Card. For tickets, visit cur8.com/17516/project/127110, email artsboxoffice@wtamu.edu or call 806-651-2810.

The students’ inspiration runs the gamut from self-acceptance to deep personal loss to ecstatic joy.

Amon Fredinand, a senior dance major from Amarillo, said he has enjoyed the experience of setting his group dance, “Jireh,” on his classmates. The title, a Hebrew word meaning “to provide,” is taken from the contemporary Christian song by the bands Elevation Worship and Maverick City Music. “I think I’ve always had a creative mind, so getting this opportunity is so freeing,” Fredinand said. “It’s fun to see how the work you put on others comes to life.”

Madelynn Welch, a senior dance major from Lubbock, is using her group piece, “Woven in Absence,” to explore a tragedy close to home — the loss of her sister in 2017. “It’s a personal journey, sometimes calm and sometimes chaotic,” Welch said. “I think this piece isn’t closing the door on my grief, but it’s more like, this chapter is done, and now we can move on.”

Also choreographing solo and group numbers are senior dance majors Gisselle Torres from San Antonio; Kaleigh De La Cruz from Chicago; Marisa Garcia from Corpus Christi; Kaitlyn Roberson from Pampa; and Lorelai Stager from Seguin.

AC to present cavalcade of concerts during musical month of November

Amarillo College’s Concert Hall Theater on the Washington Street Campus continues to host performances this month. All events are free and open to the public.

During the Suzuki Program Orchestras & Ensembles Concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17, the program will feature orchestral pieces and ensembles presented by students from elementary to high school age on such instruments as viola, violin, flute, cello and guitar. The AC Jazz Ensemble and Vocal Jazz Concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19 is filled with modern tunes that audiences know and love. Then, the audience will enjoy sounds of orchestral string music and guitar ensembles at the AC Chamber Orchestra & Guitar Ensemble Concert at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21.

As a capstone to the musical month, the AC Concert Choir and the Amarillo Master Chorale will perform with the Amarillo Symphony (a paid event) – for Epic Movie Music! on Nov. 22-23 at the Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts. See more details on the symphony event further down in these listings.

Cinergy holding special movie screenings, deals in November

Cinergy Amarillo, located at 9201 Cinergy Square, has lots in the works for the month of November. Upcoming movie premieres include “Wicked,” “Gladiator II” and “Bonhoeffer” (Nov. 22) and “Moana 2” (Nov. 29).

A Thanksgiving Food Drive is underway through Nov. 27; donate four, 12-oz. cans of food and get a $10 game card or a small popcorn. “Wicked” will have a Brunch Event Nov. 23, as well as a Sensory Friendly Screening at participating locations including Amarillo, Midland and Odessa. On Nov. 30, the Breakfast Event features “Moana 2.” Nov. 22 will have a “Wicked” featured menu, and Nov. 27 will have Moana Kids Packs, as well as “Wicked” popcorn tubs and 44-oz. cups. Guests can enjoy Holiday Cocktails – Santa’s Kiss Nov. 27-Dec. 31. For more including upcoming deals and specials for Elite Plus Members, see cinergy.com.

ALT presents ‘Charlotte’s Web,’ Nov. 15-24

The Amarillo Little Theatre Academy will be presenting “Charlotte’s Web” from Nov. 15 to Nov. 24 in the ALT Adventure Space, located at 2751 Civic Circle.

ALT is proud to present the heartwarming classic based on the book by E.B. White that has moved generations over the years. An unforgettable story of friendship and courage, it is sure to strike a chord with audiences of all ages this fall. “I’m so excited to introduce this iconic story to a whole new generation of audiences! Whether you’re 4 or 104, there is definitely something you can take away from Charlotte’s Web.” said Academy Director Harrison Stringer.

“Charlotte’s Web” features 35 Academy students and is directed by Stringer. Academy alum Socorra Carrillo serves as Assistant Director and Academy Student Anna Hill serves as Production Assistant. The beloved barnyard is brought to life with Costume Design by Joni Norris, and the Scenic Design by Tana Roberson and ALT Technical Director Noah Lang brings the iconic barn from the story to stage.

Show times are 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 15-16 and Nov. 22-23 and 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 17 and 24. Tickets are sold out, but standby options are available. For more information, call the ALT box office at (806) 355-9991 or visit their website online at www.amarillolittletheatre.org.

Amarillo Symphony to present Epic Movie Music concerts Nov. 22-23

Soar to the stars with your favorite soundtracks from “Star Wars,” “Star Trek,” “Back to the Future,” and more during the Amarillo Symphony’s Epic Movie Music nights. Attendees are encouraged to come in costume and enjoy this family-friendly concert, set for Nov. 22 and 23 in the Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts.

Show times are 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22 and 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, and tickets are on sale now. Guest ensemble will be the Amarillo Master Chorale. For more, see panhandletickets.com .

Cirque Dreams Holidaze to be staged Nov. 24 at Amarillo Civic Center

The Cirque Dreams Holidaze, a brilliant and whimsical family holiday spectacular, is set to take place at 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24 in the Amarillo Civic Center Auditorium.

This annual tradition wraps a Broadway-style production around an infusion of contemporary circus arts. As lights dim and the music swells, audiences will have visions of sugarplums dancing in their heads as a fantastical cast of holiday storybook characters come to life on stage, with an original musical score, twists on holiday classics sung live, and new sets, scenery, and storylines.

For tickets, visit panhandletickets.com .

Amarillo Opera presents 3 Redneck Tenors Dec. 6

The Amarillo Opera presents the 3 Redneck Tenors at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6 in the Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets are on sale as of Nov. 1 and will be available online on the opera’s website, https://www.amarilloopera.org/ or over the phone at 806-372-7464.

For the 3 Redneck Tenors Christmas show with Matthew Lord, Blake Davidson and Grace Lord, the singing angels in the trailer park will be dashing through the snow just in time for some down home Christmas cheer and a night of music and laughs. These stars are ready to rock your holidays with classic, pop and deep-fried fest of musical delights with music arranged by award-winning composer Craig Bohmler.

Lone Star Ballet to continue season with ‘The Nutcracker’ in December

The Lone Star Ballet presents its annual production of the holiday classic “The Nutcracker” from Dec. 12 to 15 at the Amarillo Civic Center. Scheduled show times are 7:30 p.m. Friday, 3 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 2 and 6 p.m. Sunday.

The huge, multi-state family-oriented production of the mystical “Nutcracker” showcases students from many states and brings in patrons from Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona. The popular production has been a Christmas gift to all who come to enjoy. The seasonal spectacular features beautiful music of Amarillo Symphony along with a sparkling array of glittery props and costumes. A timeless tale of Christmas magic portrayed in only the way Lone Star Ballet could do. In addition to the production, the Lone Star Guild sells highly collectible nutcrackers every year.

For more information, visit the ballet’s website, or the Amarillo Civic Center’s website.

Happy Holiday Pops concerts set for Dec. 20, 21

The Amarillo Symphony will present its annual Happy Holiday Pops concerts on Friday, Dec. 20 and Saturday, Dec. 21 in the Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Dec. 20 and 2 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 21.

Come share your favorite holiday music with family and friends during the symphony’s sparkling celebration with carols, classics and a sing-a-long, featuring guest conductor Christopher Confessore, guest ensemble the Amarillo Master Chorale, storyteller Dolores Hydock and vocal soloist Caleb Clark.

For Heroes Night on Dec. 20, veterans and first responders get a pair of free tickets and discounted tickets for friends and family. For more information, visit amarillosymphony.org .

African Children’s Choir to perform in Amarillo Dec. 29

The internationally acclaimed African Children’s Choir will be performing at 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 29 at Eastridge Baptist Church, 1300 Evergreen St. in Amarillo.

The African Children’s Choir is celebrating its 40th anniversary. As it embarks on this milestone celebration during its U.S. tour, the choir will continue to offer its heartwarming performances of popular children’s tunes, traditional spiritual songs and vibrant African cultural pieces. From ages 8 to 11, each child in the choir has faced significant hardship, often with limited access to education. Yet, through the choir, these children gain life-changing opportunities for education and personal growth, becoming beacons of hope for their communities.

In honor of this special 40th anniversary, the choir invites communities to experience their performances and be part of their mission to bring hope through music. No tickets are required, though donations are appreciated to continue the choir’s impactful work. For more information, visit africanchildrenschoir.com.

Theo Von coming to Amarillo Civic Center in March

Thursday, comedian and podcast host Theo Von announced his widely popular comedy tour Return of the Rat is coming to the Amarillo Civic Center Complex on March 30, 2025. Tickets went on sale online on the panhandletickets website Nov. 11.

Theo Von grew up in the stray animal belt of southern Louisiana. He was a child there and became anadult slowly there. He can be seen and heard weekly on his widely popular podcasts that garner millions of listens/views a month This Past Weekend, and King and the Sting. Theo’s new comedy special Regular People was filmed at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tenn., and is now streaming on Netflix.

In the spring of 2020, Theo completed his two-year Dark Arts Tour, which took him across America, Australia, and Europe, and another country. He’s currently on the road with his Return of the Rat Tour. If you want to know how Theo is doing, he is probably doing the best he can, which varies. He currently resides in Nashville and Los Angeles. Gang.

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