For the Families
MARCH 6-9: “TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD,” A classic of modern American literature, this Pulitzer Prizewinning story deals with the serious issues of rape and racial inequality. $17 adults, $15 students, seniors and active military. 8 p.m. Feb. 27-March 1, 6-8; 2 p.m. March 2 and 9. Shreveport Little Theatre, 812 Margaret Place, Shreveport. Call 424-4439.
MARCH 5-MAY 25: “AMERICAN STILL LIFES,” This exhibition will feature masterpieces by a range of contemporary artists recognized especially for their sumptuous still-life compositions along with their dazzling artistic techniques. Free. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Call 865-4201.
MARCH 8: TIE’N UP BUSINESS 5K/10K KIDS’ FUN RUN, presented by the Bossier Chamber of Commerce.
Registration fee: $25.
March 29, Shreveport Little Theatre
8 a.m. Race begins and ends at Christus Schumpert Louisiana Athletic Club. MARCH 15: KIWANIS CLUB’S ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST, featuring all the pancakes, sausage, coffee, etc. you care to eat while helping the Kiwanis Club of Shreveport fund Key Clubs and Builders Clubs in area high schools and middle schools; live entertainment will also be provided. Also scheduled is the Kiwanis Pancake 5K Run at 8:30 a.m. Breakfast is $5 in advance, $6 at the door. 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Riverview Hall, Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Call 458-5130.
MARCH 19-23: “THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK,” a powerful new adaptation of an impassioned drama about the lives of eight people hiding from the Nazis in a concealed storage attic. $15. 7 p.m. March 19-22, 2 p.m. March 23. Shreveport Little Theatre, 812 Margaret Place, Shreveport. Call 424-4439.
MARCH 22: SEVENTH ANNUAL ASEANA SPRING FESTIVAL: CHINESE FESTIVAL “YEAR OF THE HORSE,” The day will feature authentic Asian cuisine, Lion dance, music and band, Asian costumes, martial arts, Tai Chi musical instruments and more. Free. Noon to 5 p.m. ASEANA Asian Gardens, 800 Texas Ave., downtown Shreveport. Call 797-4258 or 401-8078.
MARCH 23: GALA OF THE ROYAL HORSES, The Royal Horses of Europe are some of the most celebrated in history, and this performance celebrates the tradition, athleticism and grace of these revered creatures. $27-$57. 3 p.m. CenturyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink Drive, Bossier City. Call 1-800-745-3000.
THROUGH FEB. 27: LOUISIANA ARTISTS INC., Local professional artists present their annual show, which includes a wide variety of mediums, techniques and sizes to choose from. 1-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, noon-4:30 p.m. Saturday. Norsworthy Fine Art Gallery, 214 Texas St. Downtown Shreveport. Call. 424- 6764.
EVERY SATURDAY: CHESS GAMES, Test your skills at this classic board game every Saturday at noon. Free. Downtown YMCA, 401 McNeill St., Shreveport. Call Ken Wyzywany at 564- 1372 or Matt Alexander at 655-2846.
FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH: HIGHLAND OPEN STUDIO TOUR, Artist workshops and galleries are open for your perusal with art to make and buy. Free. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tours start at 436 Topeka St. Visit http://www. restorehighland.com/.
Fun with the children
MARCH 13-15: “WILLY WONKA,” A poor young boy wins a trip to a fabulous chocolate factory. $18 adults, $15 children. 7:30 p.m. March 13 and 14, 2 and 7 p.m. March 15. Emmett Hook Center, Shreveport.
MARCH 14: “PETER AND THE WOLF,” presented by the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet. $12 adults reserved, $2 children 12 and under reserved, $10 adult general admission, free children 12 and under general admission. 6:30 p.m. RiverView Theater, 600 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Call 221-8500 or http://www.shreveportmetroballet.org/.
MARCH 29: “BLUE’S CLUES LIVE SPECTACULAR!” Enjoy the antics of the lovable blue dog presented by Emmett Hook SLT Academy.$10. 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Shreveport Little Theatre, 812 Margaret Place, Shreveport. Call 424-4439.
Fun with the girls
MARCH 7: WINTER JAM 2014, Hip-hop recording artist Lecrae leads an all-star lineup including Tenth Avenue North, Thousand Foot Krutch, Plumb, NewSong and Cotton Dixon. $10. 7 p.m. CenturyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink Drive, Bossier City. Call 1-800-745-3000.
MARCH 8: CLINT BLACK, The country singer-songwriter’s debut album, “Killin’ time,” produced four straight number one singles. $40 and $50. 8 p.m. Paradise Theater, Margaritaville Resort Casino.
MARCH 15: SANDYSDANCE CENTER DROP IN AND DANCE PARTY, free dance lesson at 7 p.m.; dancing to the music of SandysDance Party, 7:30-10:30 p.m. SandysDance Center, 111 Dalton St., Suite 400, Shreveport. Call 465-4534.
MARCH 21: “SWEET CHARITY,” Bob Fosse’s hit musical about a worker at a dance club who meets a man and believes her luck has changed. $59.50, $49.50 and $29.50. 8 p.m. Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Call 226-8555.
MARCH 22: ELTON JOHN, One of the most legendary rock musicians brings his unique show to town, featuring such hits as “Goodbye, Yellow Brick Road,” “Philadelphia Freedom” and “Benny and the Jets.” $39-$139. 7:30 p.m. CenturyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink Drive, Bossier City. Call 1-800-745-3000.
MARCH 29: BROADWAY COMES SOUTH, a gala fund-aiser to raise awareness of and funds for the Clista Calhoun Center and the Mansfield Female College. There will be historians in each room to inform guests of the history of the facility and Mansfield itself. Cocktails and entertainment by pianist Rocky Mattox begin at 6 p.m. The event also includes a silent and live auction with a catered dinner to be served. Tickets: $50, tables of eight $500. 6 p.m. 101 Monroe St., Mansfield. Cocktail attire or period attire. Call Carolyn Huckabay at 347-9560 or Van Reech at 540-7500.
For date nights
MARCH 7: GEORGE THOROGOOD AND THE DESTROYERS, The rock musician is known for such hits as “Bad to the Bone.” $32, $42 and $52. 8 p.m. Horseshoe Casino Riverdome, Bossier City. Call 1-800-745-3000.
MARCH 8: LUKE BRYAN, Bryan brings his That’s My Kind of Night Tour with guests Lee Brice and Cole Swindell. $29.75-$59.75. 7:30 p.m. CenturyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink Drive, Bossier City. Call 1-800-745-3000.
MARCH 8: CRYSTAL GAYLE, The country music singer is best known for her 1977 country-pop crossover hit “Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue.” Prices start at $25. 8 p.m. Legends Theatre. Call 678-7695.
MARCH 21: SHREVEPORT COMEDY FESTIVAL, Laugh to the humorous observations of Bruce Bruce, Sommore, Arnez J, Gary Owen, Tony Rock and Dominique. $47-$54. 8 p.m. CenturyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink Drive, Bossier City. Call 1-800-745-3000.
MARCH 25: “HELLO DOLLY,” Sally Struthers, best known for her performances in “All in the Family,” plays matchmaker Dolly Levi in this Tony Award-winning hit musical. $68.50, $55.50 a d $33.50. 8 p.m. Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Call 226-8555.
MARCH 28: TRISHA YEARWOOD, Since her 1991 debut, Yearwood has recorded 12 albums, the most recent of which is “Heaven, Heartache and the Power of Love,” which earned her a 20008 Grammy nomination. $40 and $50. 8 p.m. Horseshoe Casino Riverdome, Bossier City. Call 1-800-745-3000.
APRIL 4: REO SPEEDWAGON, The legendary rock band is responsible for such hits of the 1970s as “Roll With the Changes.” $37, $42 and $52. 8 p.m. Horseshoe Casino Riverdome, Bossier City. Call 1-800-745-3000.
THROUGH MARCH 21: “CELEBRATING 75 YEARS -- DEVELOPMENT OF REGIONAL ARTISTIC TRADITION: AMOS ARMSTRONG, LOUIS SICARD, E.J. WHETZLE AND H.B. WRIGHT,” The exhibit will highlight the work of artists associated with the early years of the museum and their contributions to the development of an artistic community in Northwest Louisiana; featured artists also include Conrad Albrizio, Evelyn Armstrong, Wallace Bolinger, Hans Manglesdorf, Arthur Morgan, Gladys Morgan, James Norman and Minor
Vinck. Opening reception 5:30-7:30 p.m. Jan. 15. Free. Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Louisiana State Exhibit Museum, 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport. Call 632-2020.
THROUGH MARCH 22: “CRITICAL MASS 2,” In an exhibition of competing literary, performing and visual Northwest Louisiana artists, three national critics will critique the exhibited works and award the title of Best of Show to one artist who will receive a solo exhibition/performance, a cash prize and advertisement in a national publication. Free. Opening reception 5:30-8 p.m. Feb. 13. artspace, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 673-6535.
THROUGH APRIL 30: THE ART OF JULIE CREWS, JOHN WAGONER AND STEVE ZIHLAVSKY, Free. 12-5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Gallery Fine Art Center, 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City. Call 741-9192.
THROUGH APRIL 30: ART BY BONNIE FERGUSON, Emerging Artist Gallery, Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741- 8310.
Just for you
MARCH 13-16, 20-23: “FIDDLER ON THE ROOF,” A Russian dairyman seeks suitable husbands for his three daughters. $15 adults, $12 senior citizens, military and non-BPCC students. 7:30 p.m. March 13-15, 20-22; 2 p.m. March 16 and 23. Performing Arts Theatre, Building C, Bossier Parish Community College campus, 6220 E. Texas St., Bossier City. Call 678-6021.
EVERY WEDNESDAY: ARTFUL ACRYLIC CLASSES, by Rebecca Francis. $75 per month. 4-7 p.m. Barnwell Garden and Art Center, 602 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Call 673-7703.
