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ART AND ARTIFACTS



AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM EXHIBITS AND EVENTS. Louis Armstrong: A Cultural Legacy reveals paintings, drawings and sculptures by prominent artists that chronicle the jazz legend’s career from his New Orleans childhood to his rise as America’s Ambassador of Good Will. Weekly speakers will focus on jazz studies and Armstrong’s career. Through March 26. The 17th Southwest Black Art Exhibition features the artwork of emerging African-American artists. March 31 through July 9. In Memoriam Of Bessie Ruth Harvey: Selections From The Billy R. Allen Folk Art Collection displays various works sculpted in wood and embellished with beads, cowrie shells, and glitter by Harvey, a folk artist. The selection gives insight into her relationship with nature and God and her ability to visualize forms already existing in the wood in order to release them in an artistic manner. In addition to Harvey’s works, selected pieces by Clementine Hunter, Sultan Rogers, M.C. “5 Cents” Jones, and the Reverend Lillian T. Thomas are featured. Through January 1996. Tuesday through Friday, noon-5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. African-American Museum, 3536 Grand Avenue, Fair Park, Dallas. Information: 214-565-9026.



AMON CARTER MUSEUM EXHIBITIONS. The Charles M. Russell showcase reveals the sculptor’s bronze works and presents his 46 subjects in the order in which they were produced. Other exhibited pieces include works done in plaster and wax. Through March 5. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Amon Carter Museum, 3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard, Fort Worth. Information: 817-738-1933, ext. 49.



BATH HOUSE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER. Dangerous Hit, a display led by Dallas artist Albert M. Shaw, is a one-man exhibition of sculptures. collages, constructions and assemblages created out of various media. An opening reception for the public will be held March 4.6 p.m.-8 p.m. The exhibit runs Tuesday through Saturday, March 4 through 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Bath House Cultural Center, 521 East Lawther Drive, Dallas. information: 214-670-8749.



BIBLICAL ARTS CENTER EXHIBITS. Intro-spection: Works By Mariana Sain-Morar shows works in the tradition of Romanian icons. Through March 5. The East Gallery. The Art Of Remembering: Photographs By Sarah Carson features photographs of shrines and memorials in Europe. Through March 12. The Atrium Colonnade. Both exhibits are free and are open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. ; Sunday, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. The Biblical Arts Center, 7500 Park Lane, Dallas. Information: 214-691-4661.



CONTEMPORARY CULTURE EXHIBIT. The Photographic Book Arts In The United Stares exhibit shows 86 comprehensive volumes that deviate from the traditional hook format and use the photographic image in a multitude of ways. A few of these rare items include small, handmade limited editions; others are one-of-a-kind. Through April 22. Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m-5 p.m.; Saturday, noon- 5 p.m. Contemporary Culture, Inc., 5501 Columbia, Dallas. Information: 214-823-8955.



CUBAN ART: THE LAST SIXTY YEARS. The Pan American Art Gallery features a panorama of works by more than 50 important Cuban masters from the modern to the contemporary periods. Through March 31. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday by appointment. Pan American Art Gallery, 3303 Lee Parkway, Dallas. Information: 214-522-3303.



DALLAS HISTORICAL SOCIETY EXHIBIT. The United We Win: Dallas On The Home Front show reflects themes of patriotism, sacrifice, defense production, and the struggle for civil rights. Photographs, documents, and museum items from the Dallas Historical Society are included. Through Match 31. Tuesday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sunday 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Hall of State, Fair Park, Dallas. Information: 214-421-4500.



DALLAS MUSEUM OF ART EXHIBIT. Encounter 6: Peter Halley and Rachel Hecker. As part of the “Encounters” series, this exhibit juxtaposes the works of two painters who focus on social issues. Through April 2. The J.E.R. Chilton Galleries. Tuesday, Wednesday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Thursday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 11 am.-4 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday, and holidays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Dallas Museum of An, 1717 North Harwood, Dallas. Information: 214-922-1200.



DALLAS MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY. Skulls: Photographs By Francois Robert reveals black-and-white photos of various skull specimens such as the wolf, baboon, and snapping turtle; these images appear to be suspended in air and illuminated from within, giving the impression of jack-o’-lanterns. Through April 16. Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-5:30p.m. Fair Park, Dallas. Information: 214-421 -DINO(3466).



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RUTH SHARP ALTSHULER. This noted community leader, philanthropist, and raconteur shares stories of meetings with heads of state, celebrities, and other noted figures involved with world happenings. March 7. The Tuesday Talk Series begins with coffee at 10:30 a.m.; Speaker 11 a.m.; Lunch (optional) noon. The Stoneleigh Hotel, 2927 Maple Avenue. Reservations: 214-520-0206.



ART DECO BALLET. The Charles S. Sharp Lecture Series presents a lecture/demonstration that illustrates the theme of art deco in the design, fashions, manners, and style of Sir Frederick Ashton’s “lost” 1933 ballet, Les Masques. March 23, 7 p.m. Charles S. Sharp Performing Arts Studio, Meadows School of the Arts, SMU Campus, Dallas. Information or reservations: 214-768-ARTS (2787).



THE IMPACT OF JAZZ. Dr. Richard Long and Atticus Haygood, professor of Interdisciplinary Studies at Emory University, discusses African-American life as part of the African American Museum’s salute to Louis Armstrong. March 19, 4 p.m. African American Museum, 3536 Grand Avenue, Fair Park, Dallas. For more information: 214-565-9026.



DISTINCTIONS AND THE WORK OF PHILOSOPHY. The McDermott Lecture Series, hosted by the University of Dallas, presents professor of philosophy Robert Sokolowski; his lecture focuses on the nature and importance of philosophy. March 8, 7:30 p.m. The University of Dallas, Lynch Auditorium, 1845 East Northgate Drive, Irving. Information: 214-721-522



MUSIC



MASTER GUITARIST. The Dallas Classic Guitar Society presents guitarist Adam Holzman in a solo appearance. March 21,8 p.m. Caruth Auditorium, SMU campus, Dallas. Tickets: 800-654-9545.



MARCHES IN MARCH. The Dallas Wind Symphony performs its annual March-A-Thon concert of tunes featuring music from the parade grounds to Broadway to the opera. March 21,8 p.m. Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora, Dallas. Tickets; 214-528-5576.



LAS COLINAS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA. “The Magic of the Movies” is the theme of an evening that focuses on Oscar-winning musical scores from hits such as Schindler’s List, E.T. and The Lion King. March 4, 8 p.m. Carpenter Performance Hall, Irving Arts Center, 3333 North MacArthur Boulevard, Irving. Tickets: 2l4-252-ARTS(2787).



DALLAS SYMPHONY CLASSICAL SERIES. Pinchas Zukerman, conductor, and Barry Douglas, piano, perform Haydn: The Representation of Chaos from The Creation and Symphony No. 104 in D, “London”; Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor, Opus 15. March 9 through 12. Pinchas Zukerman, conductor and violinist, present Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Opus 56a; Haydn: Violin Concerto in G Major; Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 4 in A Major, Italian. March 16 Through 19. Pinchas Zuckerman, conductor, with Julie Park, violin, conducts Bruckner: Adagio from String Quintet in F Major; Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E minor, Opus 64; Haydn: Symphony No. 102 in B-flat Major. March 23 through 26. Andrew Litton, conductor and baritone, Christine Brewer, soprano, perform Mozart: Symphony No. 35 in D Major, K. 385, Haffner; Strauss: Four Last Songs and Mozart: Concert Aira “Bella Mia Fiamma;” R. Strauss: Rosen-kavalier Suite. March 30 through April 1. Thursday through Saturday, 8:15 p.m.; Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora, Dallas. Tickets: 214-692-0203.



B IS FOR BIRTHDAY WISHES. The Turtle Creek Chorale, Dallas’ 200-member male chorus, cele-brates its 15th anniversary as it prepares to embark on a summer European concert tour with a music preview concert at the Meyerson. Performances by The Women’s Chorus of Dallas and Ballet Dallas will wrap up the evening. March 5 and 8, 8 p.m. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora, Dallas. Tickets: 214-520-ARTS (2787).



DALLAS JAZZ ORCHESTRA. The African American Museum hosts the Dallas Jazz Orchestra during the museum’s salute to Louis Armstrong. March 18, 2 p.m African American Museum, 3536 Grand Avenue, Fair Park, Dallas. Information: 214-565-9026.



KHENANY. Khenany, a group whose music originated in the Andes Mountains, plays unique-sounding music with authentic instruments and sings in the Incan empire language. The Irving Community Concert Association sponsors the group. March 6, 7:30 p.m. Carpenter Performance Hall, Irving Arts Center, 3333 North MacArthur Boulevard, Irving. Information and tickets: 214-252-ARTS (2787).



TEXAS BAROQUE ENSEMBLE. The University of North Texas Early Brass Ensemble joins soprano Patti Spain and baroque trumpeter Leonard Candelaria with Susan Ferre and Charles Lang in a performance of works by Scarlatti and other Italian artists. Free. March 26, 7:30 p.m. St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2600 Merida, Fort Worth. Information: 214-278-2458.



OLD WORLD-NEW WORLD. The music chamber ensemble Voices of Change presents Aarvo Paart-Gustav Mahler, Alfred Schnittke, David Crumb, and Cindy McTee. March 20, 8 p.m. Caruth Auditorium, SMC campus, Dallas. Tickets: 520-ARTS (2787); Information: 214-987-0889.



DALLAS CHAMBER ORCHESTRA. Founder and music director Ron Neal performs pieces by Bach and Brahms and an all-time favorite, “Ferdinand the Bull.”March 5,2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Caruth Audi-totium, SMU campus, Dallas. Information and tickets: 214-520-2787.



SKITCH HENDERSON. The Dallas Pops Orchestra joins Skitch Henderson in a salute to Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Broadway bits such as Phantom of the Opera, Cats, and Evita. March 3 through 5. Friday and Saturday, 8:15 p.m.; Sunday, 2:30 p.m. Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora, Dallas. Information and Tickets: 214-692-0203.



WOMEN IN JAZZ: A CONCERT. Dallas-area women vocalists perform various jazz selections. March 26, 2 p.m. African American Museum Auditorium, 3536 Grand Avenue, Fair Park. Dallas. Information: 214-565-9026.



AFTERNOON CLASSICAL CONCERTS. Mu Phi Epsilon, in conjunction with the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, hosts various classical artists such as violinist Ruth Reed, cellist Gretchen Nichols, pianist Pat Suitt, and oboist Frances Estes; March 5. Mark Maxon, soprano, Jane Aten, viola, and Jane Echols, piano, draw out more lively tunes; March 19. Sally O’Reilly, violin, and Ruth Tom-fahrde, piano, collaborate for an outstanding performance. March 26, 3 p.m. Free. J. Erik Jonsson Central Library auditorium, 1515 Young Street, Dallas. Information: 214-670-1400.



AN AMERICAN ORIGINAL. The University of North Texas College of Music Meyerson Showcase Series highlights The Music of Leonard Bernstein with performances by the college’s Symphony Orchestra, the Grand Chorus, and singers from the opera department. Proceeds from the concert benefit the University of North Texas College of Music. March 7, 8 p.m. Morton H. Myerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora, Dallas. Tickets: 800-654-9545 or 817-565-3805.



SPRING CONCERT. The Irving Community Concert Band performs favorite Disney melodies from movies such as The Lion King, Aladdin, and The Little Mermaid. March 26, 7:30 p.m. Carpenter Performance Hall, Irving Arts Center, 3333 North Mac Arthur Boulevard, Irving. Information and tickets: 214-252-ARTS (2787).



SAMMONS JAZZ. University of North Texas graduate Keith Loftis performs with the Keith Loftis Quintet in an evening of jazz as parr of the 1995 Spring Jazz Series of the Sammons Center for the Arts. March 1,7:30 p.m. Meadows Hall, Sammons Center for the Arts, 3630 Harry Hines, Dallas. Tickets: 214-520-ARTS (2787).



THE YOUNG ARTISTS. The Grand Prize Winners of the 11th annual Collin County Young Artists Competition perform with the Piano Chamber Orchestra. Maestro Hector Guzman conducts the orchestra in Brahms’ Serenade D. March 4, 8:15 p.m. Fellowship Bible Church, 850 Lexington, Piano. Tickets: 214-985-1983.



THE GREATER DALLAS YOUTH ORCHESTRA. This group performs selections ranging from a Russian composition entitled Caucasian Sketches to Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5. In addition, the teenage winner of the 1995 GDYO Concerto competition performs. March 12, 7:30 p.m. Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora, Dallas. Tickets: 214-520-ARTS (2787).



SHIRLEY MCFATTER JAZZ FESTIVAL. The African American Museum hosts jazz bands of all levels from high school students to seasoned professionals. March 10-12. Friday, 6:30 p.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday, 1 p.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, ] p.m.-5 p.m. African American Museum Auditorium, 3536 Grand Avenue, Fair Park, Dallas. For more Information: 214-565-9026.



PASSPORT TO MUSIC. The Richardson Symphony Orchestra salutes France in a concert that includes selections from noted French composers such as Ravel, Ibert, Berlioz and Chausson; Guest artist Philip Lewis mixes in a violin solo. March 11, 8 p.m. Richardson High School Performance Auditorium, 1250 West Belt Line Road, Richardson. Tickets or information: 214-234-4195.



THE CHIEFTAINS. This Irish clan presents traditional Irish folk music; they combine vocal and instrumental improvisation with an energetic style. March 10, 8 p.m. McFarlin Auditorium, SMU Campus, Dallas. For information and tickets: 214-528-5576.



TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY. Kurt Sprenger conducts Symphony Concert, March 1, 7;30 p.m. Information: 817-921-7602. Spring Dance Concert, March 7 through 9, 8 p.m. Free. The Clibum, featuring soprano Renee Fleming, March 16, 8 p.m. Information: 817-335-9000. Pianist TamàsUngar performs an all-Bartok recital. March 20, 7:30 p.m. Free. Information: 817-921-7602. Fort Worth Chamber Orchestra virtuoso series presents violinist and guest conductor Jose-Luis Garcia, March 21, 8 p.m. Information: 817-926-8831. Texas Harp Ensemble performs. March 23, 7:30 p.m. Free. Information: 817-921-7602. TCU Wind Symphony, conducted by Greg Clemons with guest performer Armando Ghitalla. March 27,7:30 p.m. Free. Information: 817-921-7602. Ed Landreth Auditorium. Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition by Anitra Blayton. March 31,6 p.m-8 p.m. Free. The J.M. Moudy Building for Visual Arts and Communication, Texas Christian University, Fort Worth. Information: 817-921-7643.



SPECIAL EVENTS



FESTIVAL OF THE NILE. TITAS presents a celebration of 6,000 years of Egyptian music, song, and dance. Performers from Cairo’s Nile Folklore Traditional Group include belly dancers, candelabra dancers, who balance a lit candelabra weighing 35 pounds on their heads, stick dancers, and folk singers who use centuries-old musical instruments. March 31, 8 p.m. McFarlin Auditorium, SMU Campus, Dallas. Tickets: 214-528-5576.



DOWNTOWN DALLAS ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE. This parade, which features more than 100 floats and bands, is one of the largest St. Patricks Day parades in the U.S. After the actual parade, bands will team up in order to carry the merrymaking far into the night. Proceeds from the gala benefit the Ronald McDonald House. Free. March 12, 2:00 p.m. This event begins east of Pegasus Park, continues down to Main Street, and turns into the West End. Information: 214-991-6677 or 373-8221.



AMERIFEST ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION. The “St. Patrick’s Day Festival on Pegasus Plaza” celebration precedes the Downtown Dallas St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Participants salute St. Patrick’s Day with drinks, food, and Irish music. Free. March 12, noon. Pegasus Plaza, Main and Akard, Dallas. Information: 214-742-4021.



1995 ALL STAR MS RODEO. This two-day event benefits the North Texas Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Rodeo action and country musical performances by John THEATER cont’d

LUCKY STIFF. This Theatre Three musical comedy adaptation of a comic crime novel focuses on a mild-mannered shoe clerk who encounters a lunatic assortment of characters including a murdered gambler, a near-sighted mistress, and her henpecked optometrist brother. Through March 12. Tuesday through Saturday, 8:15 p.m.; Sunday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday matinees, 2:30 p.m. Theatre Three, 2800 Routh Street, In the Quadrangle, Dallas. Information: 214-871-3300.



ALWAYS…PATSYCLINE. This Casa Mariana musical demonstrates some of the country queen’s most memorable hits as it follows the relationship between the singer and an ardent fan. March 14 through 26. Tuesday through Saturday, 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 2 p.m. Casa Mariana Theatre, 3101 West Lancaster, Fort Worth. Reservations: 817-332-2272.



THE THREE MUSKETEERS. The Quad C Theatre presents an irreverent version of the swashbuckling classic. March 2 through 4 and 9 through 11, 8 p.m.; March 5, 11 and 12, 2:15 p.m. Quad C Theatre, Collin County Community College, John Anthony Theatre, 2800 East Spring Creek Parkway, Piano. Information: 214-881-5809.



THE FALL OF THE AMAZONS. This play by Eric Bentley takes the audience hack through mythological time to ancient Greece and Troy during the Trojan War. Achilles and the Amazon queen, Ponthesilea, fight to salvage their love for each other. March 2 through 4, 9 through 11. 8:15 p.m. The University of Texas at Dallas, University Theatre, corner of Campbell and Floyd Roads, Richardson. Information: 214-883-2982.



NOISES OFF. The Theatre Arlington stages this play-within-a-play about a touring theater company in its frantic final rehearsal of the sex farce, “Nothing On.” The piece includes a whirlwind melee of calamities and collisions with real-life situations, March 17 through April 15. Thursday through Saturday, 8:15 p.m. Theatre Arlington, 305 West Main Street, Arlington. Tickets: 817-275-7661; metro: 817-261-9628.



DANCING AT LUGHNASA. Dallas Theater Center presents a lyrical play about a man’s childhood. He shares how he grew up with his single mother and her four sisters in the Irish countryside. Through March 5. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday, 7:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday matinees, 2:30 p.m. Dallas Theater Center’s Kalita Humphreys Theater, 3636 Turtle Creek Boulevard, Dallas. For information: 214-522-TTXX<8499).



A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM. Piano Repertory Theatre presents the mad-cap musical about Pseudolus, a Roman slave who plots his freedom by helping his young master win the heart of the girl of his dreams. Through March 5. Friday and Saturday, 8:15 p.m.; Sunday, 2:15 p.m. Piano Repertory Theatre housed at the ArtCentre Theatre, 1028 15th Place, Piano. Tickets: 214-422-7460.



A FAMILY AFFAIR. The Dallas Theater Center presents this Southwest premiere of the humorously greedy exploits of a rich merchant and his villainous associates in mid-19th century Russia. All of r_he characters want a piece of the pie and nothing is possible without cash. March 23 through April 16. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday, 7:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday matinees, 2:30 p.m. Kalita Humphreys Theater, 3636 Turtle Creek Boulevard, Dallas. Information or reservations: 214-522-TIXX (8499), ext. 464.



HELLO, DOLLY. Carol Channing reprises her role as the indomitable matchmaker Dolly Levi in this award-winning production. This musical is part of the NationsBank Dallas Broadway Series. March 21 through 26. Tuesday through Saturday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 2 p.m.; Sunday, 2 and 7 p.m. Music Hall, Fair Park, Dallas. Information: 214-373-8000.



FOOL FOR LOVE. Kitchen Dog Theatre presents this Sam Shephard play about Eddie, a cowboy on the rodeo circuit whose wife confronts him when she learns about his extramarital affairs. March 2 through 25. Wednesday through Saturday, 8 p.m. The MAC, 3120 McKinney Avenue, Dallas. Tickers: 214-520-ARTS (2787).



TWO HOURS OF 5EX FOR ONLY $8.00. The Unnamed Comedy Troupe presents this comedy about male and female relationships in the present day. Not suitable for children. Through March 18. Fridays and Saturdays, 11:15 p.m. The Pocket Sandwich Theatre, 5400 East Mockingbird Lane, Dallas. Information: 214-821-1860.