Great shows, concerts and more in Can’t Miss Alabama
The Freedom Rides Museum in Montgomery on Friday will honor women who were either involved in the Freedom Rides or whose history intersected with the Freedom Riders. (file)
Embrace the beauty of the season with fantastic attractions around the state.
‘Little Shop of Horrors’
“Little Shop of Horrors,” directed by Rick Dildine, runs through Sunday, April 3 at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival in Montgomery. In the deviously delicious sci-fi rock musical, meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II” (after his co-worker crush). The foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivorous plant promises unending fame and fortune to the down-and-out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it. From the Tony and Oscar award-winning creators of “Aladdin,” “Beauty and the Beast” and “The Little Mermaid,” the show is recommended for anyone 15 and older. Purchase tickets at asf.com.
‘Legends of Country’
Performances featuring tributes to Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, Martina McBride and Elvis Presley are underway through Sunday, May 29 at OWA Theater in Foley. Stacey Whitton Summers will pay homage to Shania Twain and Martina McBride, with Shawn Gerhard as country music superstar Garth Brooks and Patrick Dunn as Elvis Presley. Elvis tribute artist fans around the country will recognize Dunn, as he is the recently crowned 2021 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Champion from Elvis Week in Memphis. “Legends of Country” will be his first appearance in coastal Alabama. For tickets and more information, visit the website.
The longest-running and most-awarded show in Las Vegas history, “Legends in Concert,” will present “Legends of Country” through May 26 at OWA Theater. (contributed)
The Freedom Rides Museum honors Women’s History Month
The Freedom Rides Museum in Montgomery, a historic property of the Alabama Historical Commission, is presenting a series of weekly virtual conversations every Friday in March at noon in honor of Women’s History Month. Programs will feature conversations with women who were either involved in the Freedom Rides or whose history intersected with the Freedom Riders. To join the event, visit the Freedom Rides Museum on Facebook.
Women’s History Month in Mobile
Join the city of Mobile for celebrations honoring the contributions of women throughout March.
Festivities include:
- Women Supporting Women: On Monday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., shop until you drop at the women-owned pop-up market along the Mobile River (101 South Water St.) with music and food trucks.
- Words of Women: Follow @mobileparkandrec on Wednesday to hear empowering messages from women in and around the area.
- Sip ‘n Paint: Wrap up the Women’s History Month celebration Monday, March 28 with an evening of sipping and painting at Cooper Riverside Park (101 South Water St.). The cost is $25 for an 8-inch-by-10-inch canvas and painting supplies. Those attending must be 21 or older. There will be music, vendors, food trucks and adult beverages available for purchase. Register here.
Learn more about events here.
The Festival of Tulips at American Village is the perfect spring outing. (contributed)
Festival of Tulips at American Village
Stroll through the village row after row and see more than 80,000 colorful blooms. Visitors are welcome to take photos, pick flowers and take home bulbs. Tulips including the bulb are $2 each plus tax and can be purchased at the tulip field. The village is open seven days a week as long as the flowers are in bloom and weather permits. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. Before you attend, check the website. Coca-Cola products, water and American Village merchandise will be on sale. Admission is $5, with free admission for children ages 4 and younger, veterans and active military.
Red Mountain Entertainment
Live performances through March include:
- March 25 – Cody Johnson, Tuscaloosa Amphitheater.
- March 25 – Kountry Wayne: Straight Out the Mud, Alabama Theatre.
- March 26 – Cody Johnson, The Wharf Amphitheater in Orange Beach.
- March 26 – Kaleo, Avondale Brewing Co.
- March 29 – Knotfest Roadshow, Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex.
- March 29 – 311, Mars Music Hall in Huntsville.
- March 30 – Chris Renzema, Iron City.
For more shows, visit redmountainentertainment.
Get Healthy on the Railroad
Exercise classes are designed to meet varied fitness levels and preferences. (contributed)
A series of free exercise classes led by expert instructors will return to in-person classes at Railroad Park in Birmingham. Classes are Monday through Friday from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. through Monday, Oct. 31. The complete evening lineup includes boot camp, hip-hop cardio, Zumba, yoga and Family Fun Friday. With low-impact workouts designed to boost strength and balance, Senior Fit classes are each Tuesday at 8 a.m. Visit the website for the complete exercise schedule. Cooking classes will instruct attendees on preparing delicious recipes with a healthy focus, using locally sourced produce.
Birmingham Legion FC
Birmingham Legion FC will face the Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC at Protective Stadium Saturday, March 26 at 6:30 p.m. Call 205-791-7145, download the Legion FC app or follow @bhmlegion on social media for more information. Buy tickets here. Visit the website for upcoming games.
Renew Our Rivers
Take part in weekend cleanups at Logan Martin Lake March 26-April 2 and Minor Heights Community at Village Creek Saturday, March 26. Shirts and supplies will be provided. For information about Logan Martin (Coosa River), contact Bud Kitchin at 256-239-0242. For information about Minor Heights Community at Village Creek, contact Hana Berres at hana.berres@jccal.org or call 205-325-8741. Follow this link for the complete schedule.
