I ART/EXHIBITS

THROUGH OCT. 30: HOOVER WATERCOLOR SOCIETY, INC. 2015 MEMBERSHIP SHOW, is a juried show open to all members at the Norsworthy Fine Arts Gallery, located at 214 Texas Street, Shreveport.

THROUGH OCT. 31: ART BY MEGAN DAVIS TAYLOR, The Bossier Arts Council is proud to announce that the artworks of Megan Davis Taylor will be on display at Boomtown Casino's 1800 Prime Steakhouse. Prime is open from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday and Sunday and from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

THROUGH OCT. 31: DONALD JOHNSON ARTWORK, Donald Johnson is an oil painter who paints everything from landscapes to abstracts. His work will be available at the East 70th branch of Community Trust Bank inside the lobby from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

THROUGH OCT. 31: HOOVER WATERCOLOR SOCIETY ANNUAL FALL SHOW, See and shop beautiful works by regional artists at the annual juried fall show at the Norsworth Fine Arts Gallery, located at 214 Texas St, Shreveport. Gallery hours are from 1 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday; 12 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday; by appointment, call 424-6764.

NOV. 5-DEC. 19: "FROM FLOWERS TO FORM: ART INSPIRED BY MATHEMATICS," by Harriet Stone Evans illuminates the mathematical elements in art. Experience the power of geometry and algebra as art forms through the interactive artworks. The artspace interactive exhibition has been presented at the Museum of Science in Boston, and the Louisiana Children's Museum in New Orleans.Tours will be led by Evans and professional leading area artists from Nov. 9-Dec. 17.

NOV. 18 - JAN. 8: "RECYCLED SCULPTURES" BY JOHN NORWOOD, This New York City artists will show his work for the first time at the Rainforest Art Foundation in Louisiana. The exhibit opens, Nov. 18 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. with a Museum Member dinner at 7 p.m. at the Rainforest Foundation, located at 710 Travis Street, Shreveport. Admission is free with a suggested $10 donation. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres and wine will be served. The opening will also feature the 2014-2015 Kids Can exhibit "Oceans of Adaptation" featuring the recycled bottle fish created by children and volunteers in the community at various events throughout the year.

THROUGH NOV. 28: ART BY SARAH JOY LEWIS, The Bossier Arts Council is excited to present the artworks of Sarah Joy Lewis in the Emerging Artists Gallery. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

THROUGH NOV. 28: SHREVEPORT PASTEL SOCIETY, The Bossier Arts Council's East Bank Gallery welcomes the artists of the Shreveport Pastel Society. Go to www. bossierarts.org. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

THROUGH NOV. 29: EYEWITNESS TO HISTORY: THE CIVIL WAR, Visit the R W. Norton Art Gallery rare and antiquarian collection for books that tell first hand accounts of the Civil War.

THROUGH NOV. 29: KENT ULLBERG: "A RETROSPECTIVE," The show displays 50 of Kent Ullberg's works from his more than 250 smaller pieces along with five large scale photographs of some of his monument at R W. Norton Art Gallery.

FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH: SHREVEPORT WRITERS CLUB, Writers from all stages of life in all genres and styles of writing meet to share their thoughts in written form with other people who love words; guests welcome. Free. 10 a.m. to noon. Bossier Arts Council Annex, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

I BARS/NIGHTLIFE

2 JOHNS STEAK & SEAFOOD: 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City. 841-5646. 5 to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. 6 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Drew Ley, Tuesdays and Fridays; Winston Hall, Wednesdays; Winston Hall & Chris Allen "Jazz Night:' Thursdays.

BABY HUEY'S ON THE BAYOU:1709 Sligo Road, Bossier City. 752-9465. You Can Be a Star Karaoke, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.Fridays.

BEARS ON FAIRFIELD: 1401 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport 272-1643. Tickets available at Ticketweb.com. Rebirth Brass Band, Nov. 6.

SUPERIOR'S STEAKHOUSE: 855 Pierremont Road No. 120, Shreveport. 219-4123. 6 to 10 p.m. Kenny Bill Stinson on Wednesdays and Fridays; Haley Brooke on Thursdays; Nathaniel Hooten on Saturdays.

THE BRASS MONKEY 3104 Youree Drive, Shreveport. 754- 4231. Shows start at 9 p.m. THE OFFICE:1303 Shreveport-Barksdale Hwy., Shreveport. 216-3346. Happy hour every day 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Featuring $2 domestics, $2.50 imports and $6 Patron and Jameson.

THE STAGE AT SILVER STAR: Live entertainment. Gates open at 7 p.m. unless stated otherwise. 1201 Dixie Overland Road, Bossier City. Call 752-3633. TIKI BAR: 639 E. Kings Hwy., Shreveport. 868-6355.

TREJOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 5795 N. Market, Shreveport. 929-0299. Wayne's FM Karaoke, 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays.

CHICAGO/THE HOOKAH ROOM: 118 Texas St, Shreveport. 221-0490. Acts are 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.unless otherwise stated. Loco Lounge featuring the best selection of electronic dance music artists in town, Fridays; Floyd Grigsby and the 5GK Band, Saturdays.

COVE ON CROSS LAKE: 1612 Dilg League Drive (off Lakeshore), Shreveport. 635-0262. 11:30 a.m. to close Monday through Saturday.

EL PORTRILLO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 6614 Youree Drive, Shreveport. Wayne's FM Karaoke, 6 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays.

FROG'S BREATH SALOON: 1984 Airline Drive, Bossier City. You Can Be a Star Karaoke, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday.

FLYING HEART BREWING: located at 700 Barksdale Blvd. in Bossier City and housed in a historic building that was once home to Bossier City's Fire House No. 6. The tasting room is open each Friday and Saturday from 4 to 9 p.m., and tours are available at 3:30 p.m. Tours cost $5 and indude a pint at the end of the tour. Guests must be 21 or older.

GREAT RAFT BREWING: located at 1251 Dalzell, Shreveport. Open every Thursday and Friday from 4 to 9 p.m. and Saturday From noon to 9 p.m. Free tours are available at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday.

H&H LOUNGE: 717 Hope St, Shreveport. 424-9297. Good Vibes Night every Wednesday. Drum Circle, 6 to 9 p.m.; VJ-DJ music, 9 p.m. to midnight.

HANGAR 21: 616 Commerce St. Shreveport. 221-0064. Shows start at 10 p.m. unless otherwise stated.

LEE'S: 639 E. Kings Hwy., Shreveport. 861-2151. Acts are 8 p.m. to midnight weekdays, 9 p.m. Fridays and 9:30 p.m. Saturdays. Jerry Beach Blues Jam every Monday night. Funhouse, Oct 30, Nov. 13; Kandu, Oct. 31, Nov. 7,14,21,27; Get Lucky, Nov. 6; Rex Goliath, Nov. 20.

MUDDY WATERS SPORTS BAR: 5000 Benton Road, Bossier City. 741-7635.

NICKY'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT:1400 Airline Drive, Bossier City. 6:30 to 10 p.m., Thursdays, Wayne's FM Karaoke.

NOBLE SAVAGE: 417 Texas St, Shreveport. 221-1781. Open 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Dirty Redd's Jam Session featuring area artists playing all around good music every Thursday from 8 p.m. to midnight. Dan Garner, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Oct. 28; Haley Brooke, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Oct. 30; JoeyV and the Vindicators, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Oct. 31.

RISTORANTE GIUSEPPE: 4800 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869-4548. Jazziana, 7 p.m. every Friday and Saturday.

SHREVEPORT HOUSE CONCERT SERIES: 1508 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. 670-3567. Shows begin at 7 p.m.; Sarah Lou Richards, Nov. 8; Mark Stuart, Nov. 22; Jan. 17, Wild Ponies; March 19, Dayna Kurtz, May 1, Rebecca Loebe. Go toshreveporthouseconcerts.org/.

STRANGE BREW: 235 Wall St., Shreveport.

SUPERIOR GRILL: 6123 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869- 3243. Live music.

MUSIC/COMEDY

OCT. 28: MADSTONE PRESENTS CELTIC WOMAN, This unique musical ensemble that has become a cultural phenomenon will hit the stage at Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium at 7 p.m. Tickets range from $29-99 and can be purchased by calling the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium Box Office 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday 841-4196, any Ticketmaster location, or online at ticketmaster.com.

NOV. 1: MARILYN MANSON, The controversial front man who became a '90s staple will perform at Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium. Doors open at 8 p.m. with the show starting at 9 p.m. Tickets are $50 for general admission on the floor; reserved seats are $37.50 and $45. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium Box Office 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at 841-4196, any Ticketmaster location, or online at ticketmaster.com.

NOV. 21: SSO RISING STARS: MENDELSSOHN VIOLIN CONCERTO, Welcome 22-year-old William Hagen (third prize winner of the 2015 Queen Elisabeth International Music Competition-the highest-ranking American since 1980) to the stage for the sublime violin concerto by Mendelssohn. The concert opens with a unique work by Haydn featuring SSO principal musicians and includes Beethoven's sunny Symphony No. 8. The concerts begins at 7:30 p.m. at RiverView Theater with Michael Butterman as the conductor. Free Concert Conversation starts at 6:40 p.m. Free shuttle service starts at 6:30 p.m. Shuttle picks up at Regions Bank parking garage at the corner of Milam and Market streets. To purchase tickets, go towww.shreveportsymphony.com.

EVERY SUNDAY THROUGH NOV. 22: WERNICK METHOD BLUEGRASS JAM WORKSHOP, Singer/ songwriter Amelia Blake will teach a six-week "slow jam" bluegrass workshop, using the Wernick Method. Pete Wernick, of the renowned band HotRize, is known as "Dr. Banjo" in bluegrass circles. Believing that anyone can learn to play and sing, he pioneered a method of teaching new musicians and "closet pickers" to jam. All bluegrass instruments, all skill levels are welcome. Ability to play just a few chords is all that's required. The workshop will be 2:30 to 6 p.m. and the workshop will be held at 516 Texas Street in downtown Shreveport. Go to bgjam.com, or email Amelia amelia@ameliablake.com.

DEC. 1: THE GUITAR EVENT OF THE YEAR-JOE BONAMASSA, Tickets range from $69 to $99 and doors open at 7 p.m.; show starts at 8 p.m. at the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium Box Office 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at 841-4196, any Ticketmaster location, or online at ticketmastencom.

FEB. 10: DEF LEPPARD, Def Leppard's influential career indudes numerous hit singles and ground-breaking multi-platinum albums-including two of the best-selling albums of all time. Their new tour will stop at the CenturyLink Center in Bossier and will capture the group's legendary tracks, bringing together classic Leppard hits. Go to www.defleppard.com

I SPECIAL EVENTS

OCT. 28-NOV. 1: SPOOKY SCIENCE WEEK, Explore anatomy as you learn about the human skeleton, paint on the bones of your arm and compare your skeleton to those of other animals at Sci-Port: Louisiana's Science Center. Free with center admission. Go to www.sciport.org.

OCT. 29: ATHENA LUNCHEON, The annual ATHENA Awards is presented by the Bossier Chamber of Commerce and the Business Development Connection of the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce. Presented to an individual who is honored for professional excellence, community service and for actively assisting women in their professional development. 11 a.m. Call Jana Morgan at 746-0252 or by email at jana@bossierchamber.com.

OCT. 29: RELIGION MATTERS WITH DR. RHIANNON GRAYBILL, This Rhodes College professor will give a lecture entitled “The Horror of Hosea: Female Bodies and Masculine Anxieties in Hosea 1-3” at 7 p.m. in Centenary’s Kilpatrick Auditorium. Graybill’s visit to Centenary is part of the College’s annual “Religion Matters” speaker series and is generously underwritten by the Attaway Professorships in Civic Culture Program. The lecture is free and open to the public.

OCT. 30: TRICKS & TREATS NIGHT AT SCI-PORT: LOUISIANA’S SCIENCE CENTER, Have a spooky good time as the entire center is transformed into a giant Halloween celebration with a costume contest, snacks, science and more from 6 to 9 p.m. To register, call 424-8660. Admission for members is $10 for children, $5 adults; future members $15 children, $10 adults.

OCT. 31: HOPE CHEST RE-SALE, This antique and estate sale benefitting Heart of Hope Ministries, Inc. is from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Gym at Heart of Hope, 10420 Heart of Hope Way, Keithville. Call 925-4663.

THROUGH OCT. 31: PUMPKIN PATCH AT PROVENANCE COMMUNITY, Bring the entire family out for this free fall event. Purchase pumpkins of all sizes, take pictures on hay bales, and participate in various activities. All proceeds from pumpkin sales will benefit The Montessori School for Shreveport. The pumpkin patch is open 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays; and noon to 7 p.m. Sundays; closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Call 683-0399.

OCT. 31: BOO UNDER THE BRIDGE, Boo will start at 2 p.m. under the Texas Street Bridge with games for all ages, bounce houses and spooky music. The event is free and open to all. The Shreveport Zombie Walk kicks off at 4 p.m. with a lineup that zombies of all ages and levels of decomposition will enjoy. In addition to the events, you will be able to shop at the vendors who will be selling everything from skull-themed jewelry to scary books, Zombee candles, Zombie Repellant soaps and more! Go to Shreveport Zombie Walk on Facebook or go to www. downtownshreveport.com and click on the Zombie slide.

OCT. 31: TRICK-OR-TREATING AT THE NORTON, Please check all swords, spears, tritons, ninja stars, fairy wands, and broomsticks at the front desk from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., children of all ages will be welcomed to the Norton for tricks, treats and perhaps a few thrills. Contact Emily Feazel at 865-4201 ext. 130.

NOV. 2-5: DIABETES EMPOWERMENT EDUCATION PROGRAM, This program is designed to help people better manage and understand diabetes, meet glucose targets, and manage and prevent complications. The seminar is from 1 to 3 p.m. at Bossier Council on Aging, located at 706 Bearkat Drive, Bossier City. The class is free and open to relatives and caregivers. Prior registration is required before 3 p.m. Oct. 29. To register, call 741- 8302 or email mcrewswell@bossiercoa.org .

EVERY THURSDAY THROUGH NOV. 5: ART OF THE BAND, Hear bands perform their hit songs starting at 6 p.m. artspace will have the café open and a cash bar ready for people wanting to see the live aspect of “Art of the Band.” Cost $10/person. Art of the Band line up: Wall Chargers, Oct. 29; Trepid/Ian Quiet, Nov. 5.

NOV. 6-8: “ART WORKS 2015,” Louisiana Artists, Inc. present a wide variety of styles and media at the annual exhibit. A reception will be held Nov. 8 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Norsworthy Gallery.

NOV. 6: WATER OF LIFE: THE ART OF WHISKEY, sample five types of whiskey: a Japanese single-malt whiskey, a modern Texas blended whiskey, a thrice-distilled Irish whiskey, an oak-casked Scotch and finally, a strong American bourbon. As usual, we will not let your appetite for great art or great food fall by the wayside; heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served courtesy of Cuban Liquor, and staff throughout the Gallery will inform you of these whiskey’s homelands. 6 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $30 and available at www.eventbrite.com. Call Emily Feazel at 865-4201 ext 130.

NOV. 7: HOLIDAY EXRAVAGANZA, artwork, crafts, candles, wreaths, face painting, antiques, collectibles for sale. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Art Workz and Bayou Belle, 500 block Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Vendor space available. Call 676-2282 or 212-0271.

NOV. 7: THE DAY OF THE DEAD FESTIVAL: A CELEBRATION OF LIFE, Celebrate this traditional Mexican holiday with altars, crafts, music, face painting, folkloric dances, games and new this year, a parade of calaveras (skulls) and calacas (skeletons). Presented by Voces Castellanas. 1 to 4 p.m. Columbia Park. Free admission.

NOV. 13: LUNG CANCER EVENT, Community members impacted by the lung cancer are invited to attend “Shine a Light on Lung Cancer” starting at 12 p.m. in the Tiger Room on the 4th Floor of FWCC, located at 1405 Kings Hwy. The event is free, and lunch will be provided. Shine a Light on Lung Cancer is presented by the Lung Cancer Alliance in partnership with LSU Health Shreveport’s Feist-Weiller Cancer Center. RSVP by contacting Anne Higdon at 813-1423 or ahigdo@lsuhsc.edu.

NOV. 14 ARK-LA-TEX GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIATION MONTHLY MEETING, This month’s featured speaker is John Agan, historian and author. The meeting is from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Randle T. Moore Center, 3101 Fairfield Ave. (corner of Fairfield Ave and Kings Hwy), Shreveport. His presentation will be “Stories Behind the Stones” (History of the Minden Cemetery and stories about some of those buried there). Genealogist Phil Adderley will also present “Probing into Probate Records (First of two-part series).” This program is free and open to the public. Call 746-1851 or email johnson 747@suddenlink.net.

EVERY SATURDAY THROUGH NOV. 21: SHREVEPORT FARMERS MARKET, The fall farmers market is back from 8 a.m. to noon under the East Pavilion in Festival Plaza. There will be a large selection of locally-grown fruits and vegetables, locally-raised meats, gourmet, baked and canned goods. Market Cafe will also be available with live music. Go to www.shreveportfarmersmarket.com

NOV. 22: GENCOM GENEALOGICAL COMPUTER SOCIETY MEETING, If you are new to family tree maker or have been using it for many years, 2 to 4 p.m. at the Broadmoor Branch Library, 1212 Captain Shreve Drive, Shreveport for the presentation on “Getting the Most Out of Family Tree Maker.” The presentation will teach the basics of how to easily build your family tree and preserve your family legacy with Family Tree Maker, the No. 1 selling family history software. The meeting is free and open to the public. Call 773-7406 or emailjgjones09@gmail.com.

NOV. 23-25: SYFY THANKSGIVING CAMPS, School’s out, Sci-Port’s in! Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center hosts this three-day camp during Thanksgiving break to include SyFy Thanksgiving, SyFy Gadgets, and SyFy Science. Classes are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for children kindergarten through10th grade. Price per day is $55 for members and $65 for non-members. Each camp includes breakfast, lunch, morning and afternoon snack. Pre-registration is required by calling 424-8660 or go to www.sciport.org.

DEC 4: MMA LEGACY FIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIP, DiamondJacks Casino & Hotel presents MMA Legacy Fighting Championship. The Mixed Martial Arts event will take place at 7 p.m. in Legends Theatre. MMA Legacy Fighting Championship is based out of Houston, Texas. The night will consist of a series of professional mixed martial arts fights, and will conclude with a big main event. Tickets for the event start at $25 and may be purchased at ticketmaster.com. Tickets are subject to availability.

DEC. 5: BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AND MRS. CLAUS, ‘Tis the season to be jolly! Kick off the holidays with Sci- Port’s yearly tradition that brings families and friends together for food, fun, science and Santa! Breakfast is from 8 to 10 a.m. Sci-Port member tickets are $15 children, $18 adults; non-member tickets are $18 children, $20 adults. Price is all inclusive: Food, activities, IMAX movie and photo that will be sent by email. For more information, visit www.sciport.org.

DEC. 12: LAS VEGAS NIGHT 2015, Spin, roll, or draw! This fundraiser for the Betty and Leonard Phillips Deaf Action Center, hosted by Wine Country Bistro and Bottle Shop will begin at 7 p.m, and offers live and silent auctions, open bar, and buffet. Tickets are $250 and include $500 in chips for playing blackjack, roulette and craps. Go to www.deafactioncenter.org to purchase tickets.

DEC.21-23, 28-31: SANTA SCIENCE CAMPS, Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center hosts science camps during Christmas break. Classes are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for children K through 10th grades. Price per day is $55 for members and $65 for nonmembers. Each camp includes breakfast, lunch, morning and afternoon snack. Pre-registration is required by calling 424-8660 or visiting www.sciport.org.

DEC. 31: NEW YEAR’S AT NOON: Is staying up until midnight pushing the limits for you? Celebrate New Year’s at Noon at Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center! Watch the Sci-Port Ball Drop along with a thousand balloons, noisemakers, and streamers from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Be sure to stop by our fireworks demonstrations to learn the science behind pyrotechnics. Free with center admission.

SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: INVENTORS CLUB, Do you have an idea or an invention? Join the Shreveport Bossier Inventors Association at CoHab. Call 349-3857 or email sbia_ideal@ yahoo.com.

| THEATER/PERFORMANCE

OCT. 31: CIRQUE DE LA SYMPHONIE: HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA, Celebrate Halloween Circus style with a special show celebrating the spookiest holiday of all. Featuring aerialists, jugglers and surprises – it’s a hit with all agesThe concerts begins at 7:30 p.m. at RiverView Theater with Michael Butterman as the conductor. Gotowww.shreveportsymphony.com.

NOV. 4-8: “AGNES OF GOD,” The River City Repertory Theatre presents this limited run showing. Contact Rivery City’s box office at 868-5888.

NOV. 5-8,13-15: “THE 1940S RADIO HOUR,” reserve your tickets now. Tickets available online at www.shreveportlittletheatre.com. Call 424-4439. In person at the box office located at 812 Margaret Place, noon to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

NOV. 7-8: “RHAPSODY IN VIEW,” The Downtown Shreveport Lions Club presents The Centenary College Choir’s annual concert at the Shreveport Riverview Theater, 500 Clyde Fant Parkway. The Saturday showing is at 7:30 p.m. and the Sunday performance is at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance and $17 at the door; student tickets are $10. Tickets are available at all Porter’s Cleaners locations, through any Centenary Choir or Downtown Shreveport Lion’s Club member, The Hurley School of Music or by calling 869-5234.

NOV. 12-14: “TORUK - THE FIRST FLIGHT,” This new Cirque du Soleil touring show, inspired by James Cameron’s movie “Avatar,” is coming to the CenturyLink Center in Bossier City. Tickets are on sale now, and can be purchasedatwww.cirquedusoleil.com/ toruk.

NOV. 13-15: “TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD,” The Academy of Children’s Theatre will present the next installment of the Children’s Literature Series, “To Kill A Mockingbird” at the Emmett Hook Center. The beloved Southern classic is set in a small Alabama town in the 1930s, the story focuses on scrupulously honest, highly respected lawyer Atticus Finch. Performances will be 7 p.m. Nov. 13 and 14 and at 2 p.m. Nov. 14 and 15. This is a limited engagement of four performances so reservations are essential. The production is being directed by Cynthia Hawkins Whitaker. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased by calling 212-2822 or ACTtickets.info.

NOV. 26-29, DEC. 3-5: “A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL,” Based on the classic 1983 holiday movie, A Christmas Story, The Musical, follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker, a daydreamer from Indiana who spends his days counting down to the most exciting day in any kid’s life: Christmas.Tickets go on sale Nov. 9 by calling 218-9978. All performances are at Emmett Hook Center, 550 Common St. Go to www.stagecenterla.com.

DEC. 12,13: “THE NUTCRACKER AND SUGAR PLUM FAIRY TEA,” Don’t miss the must-see performance of the holiday season as Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet and the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra bring The Nutcracker to life at Shreveport’s Riverview Theater. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday and 3 p.m. on Sunday. The Sugar Plum Fairy Tea is Dec. 13 at 1:30 p.m. and includes a character meet and greet and photo. Tickets for the show and the Sugar Plum Fairy Tea are on sale now. Performance tickets range from $15 through $40. Tickets for the tea are $15 or $100 for a reserved table for 8. Tickets can be purchased online at www.shreveportmetorballet.org or by calling SMB at 318-221-8500.

FEB. 5: “H.M.S. PINAFORE” OPERA DINNER, Join the Shreveport Opera for an evening of fine wine, exquisite cuisine and thrilling opera! Enjoy great music as you meet the principal artists for upcoming productions. The dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. at The Shreveport Club, 410 Travis Street. Tickets are $80 and can be purchased online at www.shreveportopera.org or by calling 227-9503.

MARCH 2: BLUE MAN GROUP, Experience the awardwinning show that combines music, technology and comedy that is entertaining, innovative and energetic at the Historic Municipal Auditorium. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $69-$99 and can be purchased at the CenturyLink Center Box Office by calling 747-2501 or online at www.ticketmaster.com.

APRIL 7: DEAD MAN WALKING, Join the Shreveport Opera for an evening of fine wine, exquisite cuisine and thrilling opera! Enjoy great music as you meet the principal artists for upcoming productions. The dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. at The Shreveport Club, 410 Travis Street. Tickets are $80 and can be purchased online at www.shreveportopera.org or by calling 227-9503.