Alabama NewsCenter — Can’t Miss Alabama: Black History Month offers great entertainment and learning activities
By: Shirley Jackson
Red Mountain Theatre presents ‘Dreamgirls’
Root for the young singing trio from Chicago at the center of “Dreamgirls” as they go from hopefuls to superstars. Full of the spirit of Motown, the story follows the Dreamettes through their stunning rise to fame. Egos are bruised, tempers flare and hearts are broken in the pursuit of stardom. With music inspired by groups like The Supremes, “Dreamgirls” is a love letter to American R&B music. Performances are Feb. 3-19 on Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets start at $37 for ages 13 and older, and child seats start at $25 for ages 2 through 12. For groups of 10 and over, contact tpenton@redmountaintheatre.org.
Huntsville’s Midwest Invitational Black Rodeo
More than 100 professional African American Rodeo Athletes will be in Huntsville celebrating Black History Month Saturday, Feb. 4 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Enjoy ladies’ barrel, bull riding, tie-down calf roping and more. Purchase tickets here. The venue is at 4925 Moores Mill Road.
Southern Museum of Flight
The Tuskegee Airmen are featured at the Southern Museum of Flight in Birmingham. This diorama display honoring Alabama’s famed Tuskegee Airmen is more than an exhibit. It is a spotlight shining on a significant period of American history, and this tribute highlights an extraordinary group of men who continue to provide inspiration for anyone who dares to dream. The exhibit features World War II-era trainers, including a North American AT-6 Texan, a Vultee BT-13B Valiant and a Fairchild PT-19 Cornell. The museum is at 4343 73rd St. N. Message info@southernmuseumofflight.org to learn more.
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