Calendar for July 6-12

Shannon Heupel, Montgomery Advertiser
·10 min read

EVENTS

Grand opening weekend lineup at Montgomery Whitewater

The grand opening of Montgomery Whitewater is July 7-9.
The grand opening of Montgomery Whitewater is July 7-9.

The long-awaited grand opening of Montgomery Whitewater is happening on July 7-9 at the manmade river channel facility at 1100 Maxwell Blvd. While entry to Montgomery Whitewater is free, for this weekend they'll charge a $10 parking fee from 3:30 p.m. on July 7 until 6 p.m. on July 9. No outside food or drinks are allowed. See pricing for activities at montgomerywhitewater.com. Here's the lineup of activities:

Friday, July 7

Saturday, July 8

Sunday, July 9

Delman Circus continues at Eastdale Mall

The international Delman Circus is set up next to Belk at 100 W. Eastdale Mall, now through July 10. the show features clowns, aerialists, acrobats, jugglers, and cartoon characters from TV and film — including a "Frozen" adventure with snow, a transforming car, "Paw Patrol" characters and more. General admission tickets for adults and children can be purchased online for $10 each at circusdelman.com. That price is valid for the first 100 tickets of each show, and ends two hours before each performance. There is no performances on Wednesday.

Cabaret at Alabama Shakespeare Festival

July 6-Aug. 6 on Alabama Shakespeare Festival’s Festival Stage. One of the most famous American musicals of all time — from the creators of Chicago — Cabaret takes us to 1929 Berlin during the twilight of the Jazz Age as the Nazis are ascending to power. This groundbreaking musical focuses on the nightlife at the seedy Kit Kat Klub and revolves around American writer Clifford Bradshaw and the English cabaret performer Sally Bowles. Based on the writings of Christopher Isherwood and winner of Tony Awards and Oscars, Cabaret will offer our audiences a transformative theatrical experience unlike anything they’ve ever witnessed. Get tickets at asf.net or call 334-271-5353.

Musical Fusion Showcase: Exploring Boundaries of Sound

A full day of music, entertainment, local talent, food and drinks, and pop-up shops is coming to Riverwalk Stadium, 200 Coosa St. in downtown Montgomery for "Musical Fusion Showcase: Exploring Boundaries of Sound." General admission tickets are $50. Learn more and get tickets at eventbrite.com/e/musical-fusion-showcase-exploring-boundaries-of-sound-tickets-639840820117

Charity Jam for Bobby Mills

Bobby has been playing drums, studying music all his life. He's been a professional musician since he was 17, and teaching kids for 7 years. He has had several strokes and is currently in rehab. A benefit for Mills is being held July 15 noon to 5 p.m. at Big Star Tavern in Prattville. It'll have music by Lisa Busler, Angie & Howard, Rachael Wilson, Hunter & Paula, Kent Cooper, Andrew & Paul, John Oakley, Juicy Sam Rowlin, Hat Trick, John Bull. Food and raffles.

Wetumpka's River and Blues Music & Arts Festival

A night of free family fun and music is coming to downtown Wetumpka on July 15, with art from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and music from 4-11 p.m.: The Fabulous Fliptones 4-4:45 p.m., The Green Springs 5-5:45 p.m., Kat Riggins 6-7 p.m., Jukebox Brass Band 7:15-9 p.m., Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band 9:15-11 p.m.

Banda El Recodo part of huge music lineup at Rancho El Paraiso

Another huge night of music is coming to Montgomery at Rancho El Paraiso on Saturday, July 15. Doors open at 2 p.m. This is an all-ages show featuring Banda El Recodo, Banda Los Recoditos, Los Elegantes de Jerez, Dareyes de la Sierra and Jary Franco in concert. Tickets are $73, and children 12 and under get in free. The ranch is at 1890 Snowdoun Chambers Road. For tickets call 1-800-668-8080 or visit ticketon.com/event/el-recodo-los-recoditos-y-mas-montgomery-al-2023-07-15-dqlykmzk0q8g

MONTGOMERY PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE

For tickets call the box office at 334-481-5100 or visit mpaconline.org.

  • July 13 – Flatland Cavalry – 7 p.m. Tickets: $39, $34, $29, $24

  • July 16 – William Lee & The Goldens – 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $32, $27, $23

  • July 19 – Kenny Wayne Shepherd – 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $57, $52, $47, $42, $37

  • July 23 – Keb’ Mo’ – 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $62, $52, $42, $37, $32

  • July 26 – Bret Michaels – 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $97, $87, $77, $57

  • Aug. 3 – Jo Sewell Memorial Award and Scholarship presents Tim Tebow – 8 p.m. Tickets: $150, $125, $75, $50, $35

  • Aug. 5 — Bored Teachers Comedy Tour — 7 p.m. Tickets: $52, $42, $37, $33

  • Aug. 18 — Black Jacket Symphony presents Queen’s “A Night at the Opera” with Marc Martel — 8 p.m. Tickets: $57, $52, $47, $42, $37

  • Aug. 24 — Rodney Carrington — 7 p.m. Tickets: $66.50, $56.50, $46.50

  • Sept. 1 – Southern Soul and Blues Lovers Festival – 8 p.m. Tickets: $75, $65, $59, $55, $49

  • Sept. 17 – Darrell Scott: 100 Years of Hank – 7 p.m. Tickets: $37, $32.50, $27.50, $22.50, $17.50

  • Sept. 29 — Karlous Miller — 8 p.m. Tickets: $76.50, $56.50, $36.50

  • Oct. 8 – The Band of Heathens – 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $37, $32.50, $27.50, $22.50

  • Oct. 13 — Disney Junior Live Costume Palooza — 6 p.m. Tickets: $71, $51, $35.50

  • Oct. 15 – Leanne Morgan – 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. (Rescheduled from June 10) Tickets: $52.75, $42.75, $32.75

  • Oct. 18 — Wheel of Fortune Live! — 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $52, $47, $37, $32, $27

  • Oct. 20 – Linda Ronstadt Experience with Tristan McIntosh – 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $35

  • Oct. 22 — Sister Hazel — 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $36, $32, $26, $22, $17

  • Oct 26 — Buddy Guy — 7:30 p.m. $102, $97, $67, $52, $42

  • Nov. 2 — Shane Gillis — 7 p.m. Tickets: $45, $35

  • Nov. 20 — Blues Traveler with special guest Jono Manson — 8 p.m. Tickets: $67, $57, $47, $42

  • Feb. 20 — Mania The Abba Tribute — 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $61.50, $41.50, $24.50

WIND CREEK ATMORE

windcreek.com/atmore/entertainment/live-entertainment

  • July 22 – Boyz II Men — 8 p.m. – SOLD OUT

  • Aug. 5 — Lee Brice — 8 p.m. - $30-$100

CLOVERDALE PLAYHOUSE

cloverdaleplayhouse.org, 334-262-1530

960 Cloverdale Road, Montgomery

  • July 13-23 — “A Little Princess” — by Frances Hodgson Burnett, adapted by Josh Vreeke. Family-friendly show about Sara Crewe is a reminder to have empathy and kindness to everyone. $20 for adults, $10 for students.

  • Oct. 12-22 — “The Laramie Project” — by Moises Kaufman and Tectonic Theater Project

  • Dec. 7-17 — “Civil War Christmas” — by Paula Vogel, music by Daryl Waters

MILLBROOK COMMUNITY PLAYERS

millbrooktheater.com, 334-782-7317

5720 Main St., Millbrook

  • July 13-29 — “Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka” — Adventures at Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory. July 13-15, 20-22, 27-29 at 7:30 p.m., July 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 at 2 p.m. Tickets $15.

  • Oct. 5-15 — “She Loves Me” — Romantic comedy directed by Brady Walker. Oct. 5-7, 12-14 at 7:30 p.m., Oct. 8 and 15 at 2 p.m.

  • Nov. 30-Dec. 10 — Good Old-Fashioned Big Family Christmas” — by Pat Cook, directed by Michael Sneed. Nov. 3, Dec. 1, 2, 7-9 at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 3 and 10 at 2 p.m.

PIKE ROAD THEATRE COMPANY

pikeroadtheatrecompany.org, 334-414-0193

Productions at Pike Road Intermediate School, 4710 Pike Road

  • July 13-30 — “Footloose The Musical” — Youth take on a small town’s ban on dancing, with powerhouse hits and dynamic new songs. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m. Tickets $20

  • Oct. 5-22 — “Jeckyll & Hyde The Musical” — An epic struggle between good and evil. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m. Tickets $20

  • Nov. 30-Dec. 17 — “Irving Berlin’s White Christmas” — A classic Christmas tale with songs and dance. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m. Tickets $20

PRATTVILLE’S WAY OFF BROADWAY THEATRE

cc.prattvilleal.gov, 334-595-0850

203 W. 4th St., Prattville

  • July 10-14 and July 20 and 21 — Teen Tech Camp — 4-6 p.m. Includes running rehearsal and show for Kids Acting Camp. Performance on July 21.

  • July 17-21 — Kids Acting Camp — Ages 8-12, 4-6 p.m. Performance on July 21 at 6:30 p.m.

  • Sept. 21 — “Present Laughter” — by Noel Coward

WETUMPKA DEPOT

wetumpkadepot.com/home.html,  334-868-1440

300 S. Main St., Wetumpka

  • July 21 — Movie Night at the Depot – “Ratatouille” 1 p.m., $10 admission includes one popcorn.

  • July 21 — Movie Night at the Depot – “Viva Las Vegas” 7 p.m., $10 admission includes one popcorn.

  • July 27-Aug. 12 — “4 Weddings and an Elvis” — By Nancy Frick. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Aug. 6 at 2 p.m. Tickets $15.

  • Sept. 21-Oct. 1 — “Doubt: A Parable” — by John Patrick Stanley, directed by Tony Davison. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 p.m. Oct. 1 2 p.m. Tickets $15.

CAPRI THEATRE

Get tickets at capritheatre.org or call 334-262-4858. The Capri is at 1045 E. Fairview Ave, Montgomery. It’s the longest continually operated movie theatre in Alabama. Become a member of the Capri Community Film Society and receive ticket discounts, plus admission benefits at art house theaters across the country.

  • July 6: “Jaws” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

  • July 7-10: "Blue Jean" — 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

  • July 12-13: “Trolls World Tour” — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All seats $2

  • July 13: “The Mummy” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

  • July 14-17: "They Cloned Tyrone" — 4 p.m. and 7 p.m, on sale starting July 14

  • July 19-20: “Shrek 2” — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All seats $2

  • July 20: “Aliens” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

  • July 26-27: “Croods: A New Age” — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. All seats $2

  • July 27: “The Howling” – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

  • July 28-31: "Afire" — 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

  • Aug. 10: “Grease” sing-a-long – 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for ages 12 and under.

  • Sept. 21: "The Big Lebowski" — 7 p.m. $10 for non-members, $4 for children 12 and under.

This article originally appeared on Montgomery Advertiser: Calendar for July 6-12