Rhythm of the Dance headed to Ford Center
OXFORD TOWN – The University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center is hopping this week with two great dance events on the slate. Rhythm of the Dance is first up, set for Saturday, Oct. 23, at 8 p.m. Page 5 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has all the information you’ll need about this family-friendly show coming to town.. (October 21, 2010, Page 5)
The Spirits of Oxford are back and set for 2010 production
OXFORD TOWN – Tad Smith (portrayed here by actor Jim McCauley) and other Spirits of Oxford have reloaded and are back for their third season of education and entertainment at St.Peter’s Cemetery on Friday, Oct. 22. Pages 9 and 16 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town give details of what is quickly becoming one of Oxford’s staple outings – a “can’t miss” event that raises funds for the restoration of the city-owned Cedar Oaks mansion. (October 14, 2010, Page 9, 16)
‘Strega Nona, The musical’ headed to Ford Center
OXFORD TOWN – A show that brings fun for all ages, “Strega Nona, The Musical” is slated to raise its curtain at the University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts on Oct. 16. Page 8 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has all the details you and your family need to get you to the Ford Center for a full afternoon of entertainment this Saturday. (October 14, 2010, Page 8)
‘The President’s Own’ U.S. Marine Band storms into town
OXFORD TOWN – As part of its 2010 national concert tour, “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band will perform at 3 p.m., Oct. 10, at the Ford Center. The concert is free and open to the public. Turn to Page 11 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town for details about this special concert coming to Oxford on Sunday afternoon. (October 7, 2010, Page 11)
Ten Minute Plays: Comedy, drama in brief bites
The catchphrase for this year’s Ten Minute Plays: keep it brief and keep it local. Four local playwrights and local actors are the focus of the annual celebration of short-form plays which began with presentations Thursday and continue tonight and Sunday afternoon at the Powerhouse Community Arts Center. (September 24, 2010, Page 1A)
OHS stages ‘Blood Brothers’
Oxford High School drama students will stage the challenging musical, “Blood Brothers,” as their first play of the 2010-11 school year. The show opens tonight at the OHS auditorium at 7:30 and again Friday and Saturday at the same times. (September 23, 2010, Page 1)
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IN THIS WEEK’S ISSUE – Austin, Texas rocker Alejandro Escovedo returns to Oxford, Off Square Books and Proud Larry’s on Tuesday, Sept. 14; The Gertrude Ford Center releases its exciting 2010-11 schedule, Sports columnist Steven Godfrey re-visits the Ole Miss Rebel football debacle last Saturday; Taylor Farmers’ Market rolls into Fall; and Thacker Mountain Radio features Mister Baby. Download the entire issue in PDF format. (September 10, 2010)
Ford Center releases awesome 2010-11 schedule
OXFORD TOWN –The Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts brings classic Broadway, fun family shows and big-name performers to the University of Mississippi for the 2010-11 season. Singer Amy Grant (pictured) will perform on Friday, Oct. 8, at 8 p.m. Additional Ford Series performances, all beginning at 8 p.m., include the musicals “Fiddler on the Roof” on Nov. 9, “Oklahoma!” on Nov. 19, “Forever Plaid” on Jan. 22 and “A Chorus Line” on March 26, just to name a few. Page 5 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has full details of what could prove to be the most exciting and most anticipated season ever at the Gertrude Ford Center. (September 9, 2010, Page 5)
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IN THIS WEEK’S ISSUE: Theatre Oxford presents “Barefoot in the Park at the Powerhouse; The Yocona International Folk Festival returns to the Grove on Sunday; Living Blues Magazine celebrates its 40th anniversary; Oxford Town Outdoor columnist Michelle McAnally goes hiking at Puskus Lake and North Cyprus; The 23rd annual Sunflower River Festival kicks off in Clarksdale; and OT Sports columnist Steven Godfrey continues his Jeremiah Masoli coverage. Download the complete issue in PDF format. (August 6, 2010)
Yocona International Folk Festival returns to The Grove
OXFORD TOWN – Youngsters and adults from across north Mississippi can get a taste of international culture, heritage, music and dance as the annual Yocona International Folk Festival completes its regional tour this Sunday with tons of events on the Ole Miss campus. Pages 7 and 12 give a schedule and details of the popular festival that closes with a moving candlelight finale in the Grove on Sunday night. (August 5, 2010, Page 7, 12)
