Editor’s Note: Every Friday a list of local and area upcoming entertainment and cultural events will be published on the Steppin’ Out page in the Times-Recorder. To submit information for this listing, please send to Steppin’ Out, c/o Americus Times-Recorder, P.O. Box 1247, Americus, GA 31709, or fax to 928-6344 or e-mail to beth.alston@gaflnews.com



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The World Famous Rockettes at the Fox Theatre

Fill your heart with Christmas as a cast and crew of over 100 members brings America’s favorite Christmas Show back to the Fox Theatre. Delight in the dynamic precision of the legendary “Parade of Wooden Soldiers,” and relive that very special first Christmas in the awe-inspiring, Living Nativity. The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is the perfect holiday gift for the whole family. SATURDAY — motorcoach leaves from the GSW Education Center at 9 a.m. sharp en route to The Fox Theatre, Atlanta. Fee is $120 (includes lunch, 2 p.m. matinee ticket and transportation; does not include dinner after the show). Course number 210RCR206A



Movies at the Market

Enjoy a great family outdoor event Dec. 5 Movies at the Market located at Lenny’s Market on Hampton Street. Admission is free. Concessions available for purchase. Bring is your friends, family and a chair. Movie starts at 8 p.m.



Andersonville

Cemetery Tour

Andersonville National Historic Site hosts a Cemetery Tour with Clara Barton, the “Angel of Andersonville,” at 2 p.m. SATURDAY at Andersonville National Cemetery. This program is made possible by the Friends of Andersonville and the Andersonville Trust. The Andersonville Trust supports projects for the education and enhancement of Andersonville National Historic Site. There is no charge for this event and it is open to the public.



Montezuma

Museum Hours

The Macon County Historical Museum is open from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and by appointment. Call the Montezuma Downtown Development Authority at 478-472-4777 for more information.



Columbus

RiverCenter for the Performing Arts

900 Broadway

706-256-3612

www.rivercenter.org

The Variety Series:

• Béla Fleck & The Flecktones “The Holiday Tour” featuring Victor Lemonte Wooten, Future Man and Jeff Coffin — 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4 — Bill Heard Theatre

Celebrate the season with Béla Fleck & the Flecktones as they Jingle All the Way with the first holiday record of their 20-year career. Béla, an 11-time Grammy winner, known for introducing the banjo into jazz, pop, classical and world music settings, formed the Flecktones in 1989.

• Kris Kristofferson — 7:30 p.m. Jan. 26, 2010 — Bill Heard Theatre

Country’s most infamous songwriting Rhodes Scholar and Airborne Ranger helicopter pilot will swing into town to perform a night of his classic gems. Heralded as an artist’s artist, and a living legend, this three-time GRAMMY® winner has recorded 26 albums and acted in more than 50 films.

• Sweet Honey in the Rock — 7:30 p.m. Feb. 19, 2010 — Bill Heard Theatre

From Psalm 81:16 comes the promise of people being fed by honey out of the rock. The metaphor of sweet honey in the rock captures the essence of these African American women. The group’s repertoire is steeped in the sacred music of the Black church and songs of struggle for justice everywhere. Sweet Honey in the Rock presents a stunning vocal prowess that captures the complex sounds of Blues, spirituals, rap, reggae, African chants, Hip Hop, ancient lullabies, and jazz improvisation.

• Punch Brothers featuring Chris Thile — 7:30 p.m. Feb. 23, 2010 — Bill Heard Theatre

Formed in 2006, Punch Brothers featuring Chris Thile is already playing to sold-out crowds around the world. The San Francisco Chronicle asks, “Why didn’t someone think about mixing bluegrass, jazz and classical music together sooner? Chris Thile is doing it with his new outfit and the result is totally mind-blowing.” Punch Brothers is composed of five fiercely talented musicians: Chris Thile (mandolin), Gabe Witcher (fiddle), Chris Eldridge (guitar), Noam Pikelny (banjo), and Paul Kowert (bass). The group’s first album, How to Grow a Woman from the Ground, received a Grammy® award nomination.

• The Band of the Irish Guards & The Royal Regiment of Scotland — 7:30 p.m. March 15 — Bill Heard Theatre

In 2010 the Irish Guards and the Pipes, Drums and Dancers of The Royal Regiment of Scotland will march into RiverCenter as part of the group’s debut tour of the United States. The Irish Guards was formed in 1900 on the expressed wish of HM Queen Victoria. There is a fine tradition in the British Army of bands providing musical support to troops on active service. Also, musicians are trained to give support to the Army Medical Services in the event of mobilization. Don’t miss the pride, pomp and circumstance of this glorious performance.

The Classics Series:

• A Cantus Christmas, Tenth Anniversary Celebration Concert — 7:30 p.m. Dec. 20 & 21 — Legacy Hall

Join the celebration as this local tradition marks its 10th anniversary assisted by a full orchestra! A Cantus Christmas relates the Christmas story through musical masterpieces and audience carols performed without interruption for applause. A second performance of the regularly sold-out event has been added, and complimentary cake and champagne punch will be served at intermission!

• Emanuel Ax — 7:30 p.m. Feb. 4, 2010 — Bill Heard Theatre

World-renowned pianist Emanuel Ax brings his virtuoso performance to RiverCenter’s main stage with the works of Chopin and Schumann. Ax, who has performed with greats such as cellist Yo-Yo Ma and violinist Itzhak Perlman, was awarded a 2009 Institute for the Arts and Humanities Medal for Distinguished Contributions to the Arts and Humanities.

• “Porgy and Bess” — The World Tour — 7:30 p.m. March 19, 2010 — Bill Heard Theatre

Gershwin’s “Porgy and Bess” celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2010, and RiverCenter joins the festivities with a brilliantly updated Living Arts’ production featuring a cast of 30, with live orchestra!

The Knology Discovery Series:

• Charlotte’s Web — 7 p.m. April 30, 2010 — Bill Heard Theatre

How does a pig named Wilbur avoid winding up as pork chops? With the help of a miraculous little gray spider named Charlotte of course. Theatreworks USA presents an endearing production of Charlotte’s Web, based on E.B. White's book. This treasured tale explores bravery, selfless love and the true meaning of friendship,

Broadway on Broadway in Columbus Series

• Camelot — 7:30 p.m. Jan. 19 & 20 — Bill Heard Theatre

“Timeless” — The New York Times

Rediscover the grandeur of one of history’s greatest love stories in Lerner and Loewe’s timeless masterpiece, Camelot. A sumptuous tale set in a land where honor and chivalry reign.