Alabama NewsCenter — Can’t Miss Alabama: Must-see attractions include Magic Moments Magic Show, variety of concerts and shows

By Shirley Jackson

Magic Moments Magic Show
Have a fun-filled afternoon as world-class magician David Garrard brings his special brand of magic to Birmingham’s Lyric Theatre on Jan. 22 at 2 p.m. Entertainment includes face painting, up-close magic with Tommy Ellison and photo booths. The proceeds will benefit Magic Moments, the only wish-granting organization devoted exclusively to children in Alabama with chronic, life-threatening conditions. Tickets include pre-party entertainment, Magic Show general admission seating, chips, candy and drink ticket. Attendees must be age 21 or older to have beer and wine. Soft drinks will be available.

Sidewalk Film
Weekend shows include:
Jan. 19-22: “Broker.”
Jan. 19-22: “The Whale.”
Jan. 20-22: “Ponyo” (2008).
Jan. 21: “Big Trouble in Little China” (1986).
Visit sidewalkfest.com for upcoming shows and the schedule for the upcoming Sidewalk Film Festival, kicking off Aug. 21-27.

Alabama Shakespeare Festival presents ‘Jubilee’
Playwright and director Tazewell Thompson brings a heart-stirring score to life with this a cappella tribute inspired by real life. The world-renowned Fisk Jubilee Singers shattered racial barriers in the U.S. and abroad, entertaining kings and queens. For more than 150 years, the bold a cappella African American ensemble, born on the campus of Fisk University, one of the nation’s premier HBCUs, has blended rich voices to share a heritage of suffering, strength and endurance. Hear uplifting spirituals and hymns like “Wade in the Water” and “Ain’t That Good News.” Performances run through Sunday, Jan. 29. Recommended for audiences ages 12 and older. The Alabama Shakespeare Festival is at 1 Festival Drive in Montgomery.

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