Can’t Miss Alabama: From Trussville to Cullman, it’s a big music weekend for Rockin’ for Restoration and Rock the South
Telluride will perform on the outdoor stage at the Trussville Entertainment District Aug. 5. (contributed)
Make your weekend complete by choosing one of our picks.
Rockin’ for Restoration
Telluride will headline Rockin’ for Restoration Friday, Aug. 5 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Trussville Entertainment District. In 1977, Rick Carter was one of the founding members of the nationally recognized band. Performing more than 300 shows a year, Telluride became one of the most popular bands to come out of Alabama. Rockin’ for Restoration is a fundraiser benefiting the Will Bright Foundation. The music event will also feature alternative rock band Space of a Day. Admission is free, but a $10 donation is recommended. Donations can be made online or at the event. Checks can be made to the Will Bright Foundation. For more information, email lbright@willbrightfoundation.com. The Trussville Entertainment District’s outdoor stage is at 101 Beech St. between Ferus Artisan Ales and Mexicali Blues.
Legends in Concert
Summer performances are underway through Sunday, Sept. 4 at OWA in Foley. Fans will see performances by Isaiah Mercado as Bruno Mars, Nellie Norris as Katy Perry, Nae Cullors as Michael Jackson and more. The show features high-energy dancers, backup vocalists, a live band, costumes, elaborate theatrical sets and a full array of special effects. Performances will be at the OWA Theater Tuesday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 4 p.m.
Helen Keller Art Show
The Helen Keller Art Show of Alabama is underway through Wednesday, Sept. 14. The exhibit is a traveling juried art show, which displays artwork created by students throughout Alabama who have visual impairments, blindness and/or deaf-blindness. Children who participate in the show use various media to create their works. The arts are included in the students’ academic curriculum in areas such as the development of communication skills using visual and tactical abilities, math, science, reading and leisure-time activities. This year’s exhibit will feature 46 pieces of art that can be purchased for a donation starting at $100. For more information, visit the website.
Rock the South
Get ready for a big weekend at Rock the South in Cullman Aug. 5-6 with performances by Alabama, Morgan Wallen, Jamey Johnson, Koe Wetzel, Jimmie Allen, Colt Ford, Kolby Cooper and others. Tickets are available here. Social Media Tag: #Biggestpartyinthesouth.
Sidewalk Film Center
Shows at Sidewalk Film Center in Birmingham include:
- Aug. 4: “Fire of Love.” Purchase tickets here.
- Aug. 5-7: “I Love My Dad.” Purchase tickets here.
- Aug. 5-7: “Sharp Stick.” Purchase tickets here.
- Aug. 5-7: “Marcel The Shell With Shoes On.” Purchase tickets here.
Visit sidewalkfest.com for upcoming shows.
Red Mountain Entertainment
Weekend shows include:
- Aug. 6 – Keith Urban with Ingrid Andress, The Wharf Amphitheater in Orange Beach.
- Aug. 7 – Marshall Tucker Band with Outlaws and Kentucky Headhunters, Avondale Brewing Company in Birmingham.
For upcoming shows, visit redmountainentertainment.com.
‘Cinderella’
Red Mountain Theatre in Birmingham presents “Cinderella” through Sunday, Aug. 7. Cinderella receives a makeover with a clever retelling and contemporary take on the classic tale. The smart and determined Ella lives in the care of her wicked, self-absorbed stepmother, Madame, and Madame’s two daughters, Charlotte and Gabrielle. Ella’s only friends in the world are the animals in the woods, “crazy Marie” and the revolutionary student Jean-Michel. Meanwhile, in another part of the kingdom, Prince Topher is trying to find himself and learn his place in the kingdom. When his scheming adviser, Sebastian, suggests throwing a ball so the prince can meet potential brides, Ella and Topher’s worlds come together. The updated and bolder Cinderella paired with the timeless music of Rodgers and Hammerstein offers a production that is inspirational, empowering, hilarious and romantic. It’s the story you love with refreshing new twists. Purchase tickets here.
Art on the Rocks
The Birmingham Museum of Art (BMA) is featuring Grammy-winning artist Eric Bellinger Friday, Aug. 5. Since 2005, Art on the Rocks has enlivened downtown by bringing the best of Birmingham’s creative community to the BMA for a night of artful entertainment. There will be live music, DJs and an interactive mural at the popular event. Purchase tickets here.
Dave Crenshaw in concert
The Shelby County Arts Council will host Grammy-winning musician Dave Crenshaw Saturday, Aug. 6 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Song Theatre (formerly Black Box Theater). Crenshaw began experiencing issues with his sight that led to vision loss. That was when he felt like the time was right to put his “Color and Sound” project into the world. With the stress of the pandemic, the album was in a sense music therapy for him and other listeners dealing with hardships. Crenshaw and the band will perform the album in its entirety live, while visuals will be projected on a screen on the stage. Learn more about Crenshaw here. The venue is at 105 West College St. in Columbiana.
