Category Archives: Timetable

Circus Child, Naked Art Gallery

The folks at Naked Art Gallery want you to join them this Friday and Saturday for the opening reception of “Circus Child”, a show by Tina Kirk.Vero’s saying that Tina’s been a favorite among Naked Art’s patrons for almost three years. It will be her very first solo show. The works featured will include a new series of paintings inspired by the world of the circus, along with newly painted furniture and objects. You will want to get here early!

You can either go on Friday evening or enjoy some complimentary teas, coffee and sweets on Saturday afternoon.
There’s even talk of there being some newly redesigned Naked Art t-shirts!

Location:
Naked Art Gallery
3815 Clairmont Avenue (directions)

An Evening on the Moon, Carver Theatre

Hosted by Chris Moon, this monthly comedy series features some of Birmingham’s finest comedians and they’re sure to make you laugh! It also provides an opportunity for talented comedic newcomers to showcase and test their material for future performances.

If you are interested in auditioning to be on an upcoming show, give them a call at 254.2731, ext 21.

BTW, It’s BYOB!

Cost: $10

Location:
Carver Theatre/Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame
1631 4th Avenue North (directions)

The Syncopated Clock, Alys Stephens Center

This performance by the Alabama Symphony Orchestra is part of their Red Diamond Family Concert series, part of their 10th anniversary celebration.

Christopher Confessore will lead the symphony in a celebration of the music of American composer Leroy Anderson. The performance will include some of his most popular pieces – The Syncopated Clock, The Typewriter and Classical Juke Box.

Pre-concert festivities will begin at 1:30 p.m.

Cost: $14/adults; $7/children – purchase tickets here

Location:
Alys Stephens Center – Jemison Hall
1200 10th Avenue South (directions)

Volunteer Open House, Vulcan Park & Museum

Vulcan Park is looking for new recruits for their volunteer program!

They’ve seen a recent increase in attendance and have several school field trips booked for the New Year, leading to an expanded effort to recruit new docents (tour guides) and volunteers.

They’re inviting the public to attend this informal event to learn more about their volunteer program and its benefits. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet museum staff and current volunteers, ask questions and get a private “docent-led” tour of the Museum. Light refreshments will be served.

No formal experience is required; time commitments dependent upon volunteer position. Participants must be at least 18 years old.

Location:
Vulcan Park and Museum
1701 Valley View Drive (directions)

More information:
http://www.visitvulcan.com/park-activities.html (scroll down)

Kickball, Avondale Park

Kickball makes its 2008 debut today out at Avondale Park. The folks are a little upset that the weather is supposed to be warmer since it would have been a great excuse for hot toddies. It’s simple, it’s fun and afterwards, it’s an excuse to hang out with folks over at Rojo on Highland.

Cost: $2 Location: Avondale Park, intersection of 5th Avenue and 41st Street South (directions)

Muse of Fire Macbeth auditions, WorkPlay

No this is not an error, they’ve added a second day of auditions to the mix. We tweaked the text to make it sound new (we actually just changed the date…)

The folks at Muse of Fire are preparing for their next performance of Shakespeare at Sloss. They are holding auditions for their Spring 2008 production, Macbeth. The full requirements are over on their website, www.shakespeareatsloss.com, (especially important if you plan on auditioning to be either Macbeth or Lady Macbeth) though we can at least tell you to start working on that short Shakespearean monologue that you’re going to perform on January 14.

You can set up another time for an interview by contacting Muse’s Elizabeth Hunter at muse@elizabethofnewyork.com.

Just in case you’re not planning to audition, tickets go on sale in March and the show goes on May 3 &4. Stay tuned.

Location:
WorkPlay
500 23rd Street South (directions)

More information:
http://web.mac.com/ehunter777/MUSE_OF_FIRE/Auditions.html

Kapali G. Swamy Foundation Benefit, WorkPlay

For those of you who may not know, Kapali Swamy passed away on November 18. You’d recognize his smiling face if you were a regular at The U or WorkPlay in the recent years. Some of his friends are organizing a memorial benefit event in the WorkPlay Theater.

There will be performances by local musicians and music by area DJs. There will also be free buffet-style food available. Proceeds and donations collected at the door will given to the Kapali G. Swamy Scholarship Fund at Birmingham Southern College. The fund is being organized by Kapali’s family to provide a stipend for one winner each year to pursue a complete, independent filmmaking project, which will hopefully serve as a springboard for a career in film.

Kapali was a friend to this site, and we hope that you will take a moment and stop by this event and remember someone who truly loved life.

Just in case you can’t attend the event you can send a donation to:

Birmingham-Southern College
Office of institutional Advancement
c/o Keith Thompson, Associate Vice President
Box 549003
900 Arkadelphia Road
Birmingham, AL 35254

Cost: $10 donation suggested

Location:
WorkPlay
500 23rd Street South (directions)