ENTERTAINMENT/FUN/THEATER/DANCE/MUSIC/CASINOS

| ART/EXHIBITS

THROUGH JAN. 24: LOUISIANA SOCIETY OF ANIMAL ARTISTS EXHIBIT, features local artists and shows a variety of mixed media and artworks on canvas, and paper in oil, acrylic, watercolor and pastel. The exhibit will be on display at the Louisiana State Exhibit Museum’s west wing gallery.

THROUGH JAN. 30: “BOSSIER PARISH STUDENT ART SHOW, The Bossier Arts Council presents this year’s theme, “Me, Myself & Art” which features students’ works that represent who they are and their personality. Bossier Arts Council located at 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Go to www.bossierarts.orgor call 741-8310.

THROUGH JAN. 31: ART BY LYNN LAIRD, The Bossier Arts Council presents artwork by Lynn Laird. Boomtown’s 1800 Prime Steakhouse. Bossier City. Go to www. bossierarts.org or call 741-8310.

THROUGH JAN. 31: BAUHAUS INSPIRED DESIGN EXHIBIT, The Meadows Museum of Art at Centenary College will host “Supposed to Be the New World: Bauhaus Books, Bauhaus People, Bauhaus Culture in America 1925–55.”

THROUGH JAN. 31: “SKETCHES FROM THE TRENCHES: JEAN DESPUJOLS IN WORLD WAR I, “The Meadows Museum’s new exhibition offers exclusive insight to a French soldier’s experience. On loan from the Despujols family, these drawings have never before been displayed. The exhibition features loans from the National World War I Museum and Memorial, and the R. W. Norton Art Gallery.

THROUGH FEB. 13: “SELFIES: FROM DIGITAL TO PHYSICAL,” Selfies, the president, rock stars, famous athletes and everyone in between have all become obsessed with self images on the cell phone. These icons of self reflection are the focus of Northwest Louisiana artist Amanda Roe’s most recent work opening at artspace.

JAN. 21: MARLENE YU MUSEUM ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY PREVIEW GALA, this ticketed event will kick off the one year anniversary new exhibition titled “Water - Element of LIfe” that will feature a variety of works from Yu’s series focused on water and ice related themes. The gala is from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Marlene Yu Museum, 710 Travis St. Dinner, drinks and entertainment will be provided. Tickets are $125 by calling 717-9111 or visiting www. marleneyumuseum.org/events; tickets are $150 at the door.

JAN. 22: MARLENE YU MUSEUM ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY, this community-wide first year birthday party and opening reception of “Water - Element of Life” is from 5 to 7 p.m. at Marlene Yu Museum, 710 Travis St. Wine and refreshments will be free with suggested $10 donation.

FEB. 1-MARCH 31: EMERGING ARTIST GALLERY, The Bossier Arts Council is happy to announce Brad Smith as the latest local artist for the Emerging Artist Gallery. Smith is a largely self-taught painter who works various styles and subject matters. An opening reception is from 2 to 4 p.m. Feb. 13 at the Bossier Arts Council, located at 630 Barksdale Blvd. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

FEB. 2 - MARCH 31: CREATIVE ART CONNECTION, The Bossier Arts Council will feature the works of this nonprofit organization that displays fine art works from all craftsmen. The opening reception is from 2 to 4 p.m. Feb. 13 at the Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd. www.bossierarts.org or all 741-8310.

FEB. 4: FIGURES AND FLORA ART SHOW, Local artist Meredith Piper will showcase her latest exhibit at The Agora Borealis through Feb. 27. This opening reception from 5 to 8 p.m. is open to the public.

THROUGH MAY 15: #HASHTAGGING HISTORY EXHIBIT, This special exhibit will explore famous hashtags as well as a unique look at historical figures through a modern format. The exhibit is in the North Wing Exhibition Galleries.

FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH: SHREVEPORT WRITERS CLUB, Writers from all stages of life in all genres and styles of writing meet to share their thoughts in written form with other people who love words; guests welcome. Free. 10 a.m. to noon. Bossier Arts Council Annex, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City

| BARS/NIGHTLIFE

2 JOHNS STEAK & SEAFOOD: 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City. 841-5646. 5 to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. 6 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Drew Ley, Tuesdays and Fridays; Winston Hall, Wednesdays; Winston Hall & Chris Allen “Jazz Night:’ Thursdays.

BABY HUEY’S ON THE BAYOU:1709 Sligo Road, Bossier City. 752-9465. You Can Be a Star Karaoke,9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Fridays.

BEARS ON FAIRFIELD: 1401 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport 272- 1643. Tickets available at Ticketweb.com.

SUPERIOR’S STEAKHOUSE: 855 Pierremont Road No. 120, Shreveport. 219-4123. 6 to 10 p.m. Kenny Bill Stinson on Wednesdays and Fridays; Haley Brooke on Thursdays; Nathaniel Hooten on Saturdays.

THE BRASS MONKEY: 3104 Youree Drive, Shreveport. 754- 4231. Shows start at 9 p.m.

THE OFFICE: 1303 Shreveport-Barksdale Hwy., Shreveport. 216-3346. Happy hour every day 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Featuring $2 domestics, $2.50 imports and $6 Patron and Jameson.

THE STAGE AT SILVER STAR: Live entertainment. Gates open at 7 p.m. unless stated otherwise. 1201 Dixie Overland Road, Bossier City. Call 752-3633.

TIKI BAR: 639 E. Kings Hwy., Shreveport. 868-6355.

TREJOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 5795 N. Market, Shreveport. 929-0299. Wayne’s FM Karaoke, 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays.

CHICAGO/THE HOOKAH ROOM: 118 Texas St, Shreveport. 221-0490. Acts are 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. unless otherwise stated. Loco Lounge featuring the best selection of electronic dance music artists in town, Fridays; Floyd Grigsby and the 5GK Band, Saturdays.

COVE ON CROSS LAKE: 1612 Dilg League Drive (off Lakeshore), Shreveport. 635-0262. 11:30 a.m. to close Monday through Saturday.

EL PORTRILLO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 6614 Youree Drive, Shreveport. Wayne’s FM Karaoke, 6 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays.

FROG’S BREATH SALOON: 1984 Airline Drive, Bossier City. You Can Be a Star Karaoke, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday.

FLYING HEART BREWING: located at 700 Barksdale Blvd. in Bossier City and housed in a historic building that was once home to Bossier City’s Fire House No. 6. The tasting room is open 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. for karaoke and 4 to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Tours are available at 3:30 p.m. Tours cost $5 and include a pint at the end of the tour. Guests must be 21 or older.

GREAT RAFT BREWING: located at 1251 Dalzell, Shreveport. Open every Thursday and Friday from 4 to 9 p.m. and Saturday From noon to 9 p.m. Free tours are available at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.Saturday.

H&H LOUNGE: 717 Hope St, Shreveport. 424-9297. Good Vibes Night every Wednesday. Drum Circle, 6 to 9 p.m.; VJ-DJ music, 9 p.m. to midnight.

HANGAR 21: 616 Commerce St. Shreveport. 221-0064. Shows start at 10 p.m. unless otherwise stated.

LEE’S: 639 E. Kings Hwy., Shreveport. 861-2151. Acts are 8 p.m. to midnight weekdays, 9 p.m. Fridays and 9:30 p.m. Saturdays. Jerry Beach Blues Jam every Monday night; Kandu, Jan. 22, Feb. 5, 6, 19, 20; Funhouse, Jan. 29, Feb. 12, 26; The Lost Boys Jan. 23; Katalyst Jan. 30, Feb. 13; Jason Sepulvado, Feb. 27.

MUDDY WATERS SPORTS BAR: 5000 Benton Road, Bossier City. 741-7635.

NICKY’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 1400 Airline Drive, Bossier City. 6:30 to 10 p.m., Thursdays, Wayne’s FM Karaoke.

NOBLE SAVAGE: 417 Texas St, Shreveport. 221-1781. Open 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Dirty Redd’s Jam Session featuring area artists playing all around good music every Thursday from 8 p.m. to midnight. Dan Farner, Jan. 20; Stumble Biscuit, Jan. 22; Magnolia Brown, Jan. 23; Mike Westbrook, Jan. 26; Buddy Flett, Jan. 27; Bryan Cathy, Jan. 29; Jimmy Wooten Trio, Jan. 30.

RISTORANTE GIUSEPPE: 4800 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869- 4548. Jazziana, 7 p.m. every Friday and Saturday.

SHREVEPORT HOUSE CONCERT SERIES: 1508 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. 670-3567. Shows begin at 7 p.m.; Dayna Kurtz, March 19; Rebecca Loebe, May 1. Gotoshreveporthouseconcerts.org/.

STRANGE BREW: 235 Wall St., Shreveport.

SUPERIOR GRILL: 6123 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869- 3243. Live music.

WHAT’S ON TAP: 1207 Shreveport-Barksdale Hwy., Shreveport 869-2422. Happy Hour daily 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Showing college football on 15 different TVs and 33 beers on tap.

WHAT’S ON TAP II: 2369 Airline Drive Bossier City. 747-5505 Happy Hour daily 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.Serving food and showing college football on 18 different TVs and 23 beers on tap.

| MUSIC/COMEDY

JAN. 23: WIDEMAN PIANO COMPETITION, For 65 years, the Wideman Competition has brought an incredibly talented group of pianists to Shreveport to compete, and many winners have gone on to great careers. Hear not one but two of these winners as part of the celebration, featuring the Grieg Piano Concerto and the Shostakovich Piano Concerto No. 2. The evening will also include the premiere of a new work by Kermit Poling, commissioned in memory of Shreveport Symphony Orchestra’s Honorary Board Chair, Virginia Shehee. Single tickets start at $19, students $12. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. at RiverView Theater. www.shreveportsymphony.com.

JAN. 30: BARRY MANILOW, Don’t miss your chance to see Barry Manilow on this “One Last Time” tour at the CenturyLink Center. Tickets available at the box office,www. ticketmaster.com or by calling 1-800- 745-3000.

JAN. 31: LIL WAYNE, Grammy Award winning and multiplatinum selling hip hop music superstar, Lil Wayne with special guest Rae Sremmurd coming to CenturyLink Center. Tickets are available at the box office, ticketmaster.com and by calling 1-800- 745-3000.

FEB 6: FESTIVAL OF LAUGHS, Top veteran comedians Mike Epps, Sommore, Earthquake and Tony Rock will hit the stage at the CenturyLink Center. Tickets are available at www. ticketmaster.com.

FEB. 10: DEF LEPPARD, Def Leppard’s influential career includes numerous hit singles and groundbreaking multiplatinum albums including two of the best-selling albums of all time. Their new tour will stop at the CenturyLink Center in Bossier and will capture the group’s legendary tracks, bringing together classic Leppard hits. Go to www.defleppard. com.

FEB. 18: COLE SWINDELL,Country singer/songwriter, Cole Swindell will play at the Historic Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium March 20. Doors open at6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.General admission. Tickets are $29.50 and will be $33.50 the day of the show.

FEB. 19: DIANA ROSS, The legendary singer will stop at the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium on her In the Name of Love Tour. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at ticketmaster.com or by calling 1-800-745-3000. Reserved seats.

FEB. 20: GILBERT & SULLIVAN’S HMS PINAFORE, The Shreveport Opera presents this hilarious operttaa from the famous team of Gilbert and Sullivan sung in English with English surtitles projected above the stage. Tickets are $25-$90 and $15 for students. www.shreveportopera.org.

FEB. 23: THE BROADWAY TENORS, Three of musical theater’s best leading men transport you to the Golden Age and back again in a thrilling and moving evening of Broadway’s most beloved hits from South Pacific, West Side Story, Les Misérables, Jersey Boys and more. Single tickets start at $20; students $12. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. at RiverView Theater. www.shreveportsymphony.com.

FEB. 28: FAMILY CONCERT: DR. SEUSS’S THE SNEETCHES, Discover how the Sneetches learned to set aside their differences and live together in harmony, an important message in today’s world – told and illustrated by the everengaging Dr. Seuss with music by Lorenzo Palomo. The event is free and open to the public. Showtime is 3 p.m. at RiverView Theater. www.shreveportsymphony.com.

MARCH 6: THE MARY JACOBS SMITH SINGER OF THE YEAR COMPETITION, will be held in Anderson Auditorium – Hurley School of Music at Centenary College of Louisiana. The competition starts at 1 p.m. Admission is free.

MARCH 11: ROBERT PLANT & THE SENSATIONAL SPACE SHIFTERS, Rock legend, Robert Plant will perform live at the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium with special guest The Sonics. Tickets are on sale now at www. ticketmaster.com or by calling 1-80-745-3000. The show starts at 8 p.m.

MARCH 12: LUKE BRYAN, Country superstar, Luke Bryan, will bring his Kill the Lights Tour to the CenturyLink Center with special guest, Dustin Lynch. Tickets are available at www. livenation.com.

MARCH 19: LUX AETERNA, Join the Centenary College and Northwestern State University Choirs with the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra for the ethereal and uplifting performance by Morten Lauridsen. Paired with the incomparable symphonic style of Finnish master, Jean Sibelius, this promises to be a luminous evening. Free Concert Conversation at 6:40 p.m.; showtime at 7:30 p.m. at RiverView Theater. Single tickets start at $19; students $12. www. shreveportsymphony.com.

APRIL 22: CARRIE UNDERWOOD, Seven-time Grammy winner and Pollstar’s three-time top female country touring artist, Carrie Underwood will bring her Storyteller Tour - Stories in the Round, to the CenturyLink Center. Tickets are available at www. ticketmaster.com.

APRIL 23: JOHNNY RIVERS, With 17 Gold records, 29 chart hits, two Grammy Awards, and more than 30 million records, Johnny Rivers continues to perform his big hits like “Secret Agent Man,” “Memphis,” “Maybelline,” “Mountain of Love,” “Midnight Special,” “Seventh Son” and so many beloved others. The show starts at 8 p.m. at the Strand Theatre. Tickets are on sale by calling 1-800-313-6373.

APRIL 24: ZZ TOP, Known for their hits such as “Sharp Dressed Man” and “Legs,” this American rock band is set to play the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium. Doors open at 6 p.m. and show is at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at www. tickemaster.com.

APRIL 28: MODEST MOUSE, Indie-rock stars, Modest Mouse will play at the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium as a part of their latest tour. Tickets are on sale now through www. ticketmaster.com.

APRIL 30: PINES OF ROME ORCHESTRA SPECTACULAR, Shreveport Symphony Orchestra’s last seasonal classical masterworks concert features the original “surround sound” experience, Pines of Rome, and other nature-inspired orchestral showpieces.Showtime is 7:30 p.m. at RiverView Theater. Tickets start at $19; students $12. www. shreveportsymphony.com.

MAY 13: OFFICIAL BLUES BROTHERS REVUE, This live concert show combines the comedy and hits from the original movie and pays homage to Chicago’s rich history of blues, Gospel and soul music. Upbeat and uplifting, The Official Blues Brothers Revue is fun for all ages. Featuring Wayne Catania as Jake and Kieron Lafferty as Elwood. The show starts at 8 p.m. at the Strand Theatre. Tickets are on sale by calling 1-800-313-6373.

| SPECIAL EVENTS

JAN. 19 - MARCH 15: AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE CLASSES, Don’t miss your opportunity to learn sign language at the Deaf Action Center. Registration ends Jan.18 and the cost is $200. Contact Raydra at raydra@deafactioncenter or 425-7781.

JAN. 23: FIFTH ANNUAL DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. ORATORY COMPETITION AND YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARD, This annual event honors Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through the art of oratorical presentation while showcasing the emerging leadership of talented youth in the region. The event begins ate 1 p.m. at Majorie Lyons Playhouse. The oratory competition is open to all students grades third through 12th. Applications are due Jan. 15 and are available at the Shreve Memorial Library branches or at www.mahoganyensembetheatre.org.

JAN. 28: “THE SHAPE OF SHREVEPORT” DOCUMENTARY SERIES, The premiere of episodes 5-8 of this series tell stories of Shreveport and Bossier City’s rich history from the early days of the Civil War to the musical and sports legacy here. The premiere will begin at 7 p.m. at the Strand Theatre. Tickets are available at www.shapeofshreveport.com.

JAN. 30: KREWE OF CENTAUR PARADE: One of the largest parading krewes in Louisiana will take the Clyde Fant Parkway parade route at 4:30 p.m.

JAN. 31: KREWE OF BARKUS AND MEOW PET PARADE, This annual pet parade for animals and animal lovers that attract more than 500 costumed pets will be from noon to 3 p.m. at 2000 Reeves Marine Dr. in Bossier City.

FEB. 6.: KREWE OF GEMINI PARADE, The oldest parade in Shreveport-Bossier modern era and one of the largest Mardi Gras parades in North Louisiana will begin at 4 p.m. downtown and take the Clyde Fant Parkway parade route.

FEB. 6: LOUISIANA CONCEALED HANDGUN PERMIT CLASS, Meet all the requirements for Louisiana CHP Training. Must be a Louisiana resident, 21 years of age, a valid Louisiana state issued picture ID and minimum of 36 rounds of ammunition, and ear and eye protection. Active duty military may obtain a permit even if your home of record is out of state, contact for details. Cost is $125. www.arcschp.com.

FEB. 7: KREWE OF HIGHLAND PARADE, the last major parade of the Mardi Gras season will begin at 1 p.m. at Gilbert Drive and Gregg Ave. in the Highland neighborhood via Creswell Ave., Centenary Blvd., and Olive St. The Krewe of Highland parade is known for its quirky traditions and unique “throws,” including floats that throw grilled hot dogs, ramen noodles and more.

FEB. 18: GO RED FOR WOMEN LUNCHEON, The luncheon features activities and topics aimed to educate on cardiovascular disease, risk factors and heart healthy lifestyles. In addition to the heart healthy luncheon, complimentary health screenings and two 30-minute educational seminars will be offered. Individual tickets for the Northwest Louisiana Go Red For Women luncheon program are $150 and tables of eight are $1,500, payable in advance. To purchase tickets and for more information, call the local AHA office, 318-347-3122.

FEB. 20: TUFF HEDEMAN CHAMPIONSHIP BULL RIDING, CenturyLink Center. Tickets available at the box office, ticketmaster.com, and by calling 1-800-745-3000.

MARCH 28: HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS, The Globetrotters are preparing for their most epic tour in history as the world famous team celebrated its 90th anniversary World Tour with a stop at the CenturyLink Center. Tickets are available at the box office, www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 1-800-745-3000.

MARCH 20: NICK CAVE “AS IS,” This one-of-a-kind performance with internationally renowned artist, Nick Cave, is the culmination of an eight-month residency where his skills have been taught to the social service organizations of Shreveport Common and hand-picked area artists to be/create the production “AS IS” at the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium. Tickets are on sale now at ticketmaster.com. Call 673-6500 or nickcaveasis. com.

APRIL 30: DIAMOND RIO, The Professional Fire Fighters Association of Louisiana is holding this benefit concert at the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium. The doors open at 3 p.m. and the show starts at 4 p.m. Call, 225-360-3380 or www.pfflouisiana.org.

SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: INVENTORS CLUB, Do you have an idea or an invention? Join the Shreveport Bossier Inventors Association at CoHab. Call 349- 3857 or email sbia_ideal@ yahoo.com.

| THEATER/PERFORMANCE

FEB. 4-6: “STOP KISS” Winner of an Obie Award, the New York Times Best Of 1999, and the 1999 Media Award from GLAAD, Stop Kiss tells the story of two young women in present day New York City, who humorously enter one another’s lives and find mutual affection, fears and desires. Performances will be at Marjorie Lyons Playhouse. Tickets can be purchased online at www.centenary.edu/playhouse/tickets or by calling 869-5242.

FEB. 5: “H.M.S. PINAFORE” OPERA DINNER, Join the Shreveport Opera for an evening of fine wine, exquisite cuisine and thrilling opera! Enjoy great music as you meet the principal artists for upcoming productions. The dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. at The Shreveport Club, 410 Travis St. Tickets are $80 and can be purchased online at www.shreveportopera.org or call 227-9503.

FEB. 9: PEPPA PIG’S BIG SPLASH, Peppa Pig’s first U.S. live theatrical tour will visit the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium. This show brings the hit Nick Jr. TV series to life on stage. Tickets are on sale now at www.ticketmaster.com or 1-800-745-3000.

FEB. 18: “ANNIE,” The world’s best-loved musical returns in time-honored form. Directed by original lyricist and director Martin Charnin, this production of Annie is a brand new incarnation of the iconic original. The show starts at 8 p.m. at the Strand Theatre. Tickets are on sale by calling 1-800-313-6373.

MARCH 2: BLUE MAN GROUP, Experience the award winning show that combines music, technology and comedy that is entertaining, innovative and energetic at the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $69-99 and are at the CenturyLink Center Box Office by calling 747-2501 or online at www.ticketmaster.com.

MARCH 11: “JOSEPH AND THE TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT,” One of the most enduring shows of all time, Tim Rice & Andrew Lloyd Webber’s timeless musical is the irresistible family story about the trials and triumphs of Joseph, Israel’s favorite son. The show starts at 8 p.m. at the Strand Theatre. Calling 1-800- 313-6373.

APRIL 7: DEAD MAN WALKING, Join the Shreveport Opera for an evening of fine wine, exquisite cuisine and thrilling opera. Enjoy great music as you meet the principal artists for upcoming productions. The dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. at The Shreveport Club, 410 Travis Street. Tickets are $80 and can be purchased online at www.shreveportopera.org.