Macon Magazine

FEBRUARY "The Dixie Swim Club" presented by The Backlot Players The Rose Theatre, Forsyth, February 8-17, Thurs.–Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., $15 per person, $12 for students, seniors and active military, Box office is open from 4-7 p.m. Monday - Wednesday the week of the show, and 2 hours prior to show opening on show dates, Call (478) 994-0443 for ticket info. Five Southern women, whose friendships began many years ago on their college swim team, set aside a long weekend every August to recharge those relationships. World Renowned Violinist Robert McDuffie in concert at Fickling Hall Mercer University, February 9, 7:30 p.m., $25 adults, Free for students and with Mercer ID. Visit music.mercer.edu for more information. Graffe Quartet presented by Macon Concert Association Burdon Parlor, Wesleyan College, February 11 at 7:30 p.m., $25 individual concert, adult $25; student $25 or Season series of 4 concerts $80, Tickets available at Ovations365.com. The Graffe String Quartet, won numerous prizes at internation music competitions, including twice winning the Leos Janacek Foundation Prize. 8th Annual Macon Film Festival presented by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, February 14-17, Venues include: Cox Capitol Theatre, The Douglass Theatre and the 567 Center for Renewal. $100 All Access Pass, $50 Screening Pass, $10 Day Pass, $15 Special Screening Single Ticket (limited number available), Visit MaconFilmFestival.com for more info. Victorian Valentine Children's Tea at the Hay House February 16, 2-4 p.m. $20 per guest. Reservations are required. Children ages 5-12 with adult companions are invited to enjoy a seated, three-course high tea in the elegant Music Room of Hay House. Includes an explanation of table etiquette, a brief tour of the Hay House galleries, and a special party favor. Georgia Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Saturday, February 23, 2013. The Georgia Sports Hall of Fame will enshrine Buck Belue, Skip Caray, Horace Grant, J.B. Hawkins, Davis Love III, Heather Stepp McCormick, and Reggie Wilkes as the newest members of the Hall of Fame. Visit gshf.org for more information. MARCH "Hay Day: The Ladies of Hay House" Hay House, March 2 at 10 a.m. Free, (478) 742-8155 Hay Day is a free educational event for the whole family. Enjoy a day of free admission with self-guided tours, special exhibits, musical performances, and fun activities for children. This year's theme will focus on the legacy of the ladies of Hay House, from Anne Clark Tracy to Muade Hay. First Friday Gallery Stroll in Downtown Macon The Gallery at Macon Arts Alliance, The 567 Center for Renewal, and the Contemporary Arts Exchange. March 2 beginning at 5 p.m. Visit Ovations365.com for a complete list of events. "The Vagina Monologues" Warner Robins Little Theatre, March 7-9 at 8 p.m., $10 per person, All proceeds benefit HODAC and The V-Day Foundation. A poignant and hilarious tour of the last frontier, the ultimate forbidden zone, The Vagina Monolougues is a celebration of female sexuality in all its complexity and mystery. In this stunning phenomenon that has swept the nation, Eve Ensler gives us real women's stories of intimacy, vulnerability, and sexual self-discovery. "Bluegrass Ballet" presented by the Middle Georgia Youth Ballet, Douglass Theatre, March 9, 7:30 p.m., $10, All seats general admission. Call (478) 742-2000 for more info. "Bluegrass Ballet" is an original ballet by Alice Sheridan performed by members of the Macon Arts Alliance is proud to present Ovations arts, culture and community event highlights. For complete event listings or to submit an event, visit Ovations365.com. Individual members of the Macon Arts Alliance receive a free subscription to Macon Magazine, so join today! HOT TICKETS O V AT I O N S 3 6 5 . c o m 18th Annual Father/Daughter Dance presented by the Museum Guild, Museum of Arts and Sciences, February 8 from 7-9 p.m., Members: Father & daughter $30, two or more daughters $35; Non-members: Father & daughter $40, two or more daughters $45. Music and the Arts at Vineville UMC offers a series of monthly arts events — musical, literary, visual, sacred and secular. Upcoming events include: Concert organist Wilma Jenson on Feb. 24, Pianist Giuseppi Lupis on March 3, Celtic Duo Dana Lyn Fiddle and Kyle Sanna on April 21, and Broadway in May on May 5. All shows Sundays at 4 p.m. Free and open to the public. "Animal Farm" The Grand Opera House, February 27, GrandKids performance at 10 a.m., Regular performance at 7:30 p.m., $28 per person, $11 for students and $25 for groups of 10 or more; $10 per person for Grankids morning performance. A cautionary tale that remains relevant to this day and this nation, The National Players' production of Orwell's novel will inspire audiences to dig deeply into the story to reveal the mirror buried within. "Suessical" The Grand Opera House, Saturday, March 16 at 2:30 p.m., March 18 GrandKids show at 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., Tickets start at $11. "Oh, the thinks you can think" when Dr. Seuss's best-loved stories collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper! Adapted from the Broadway version, this adaptation especially for young audiences features thirteen actors and enhanced production values. For a complete list of events for kids and families, visit Ovations365.com. FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS OVATIONS MACON MAGAZINE

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