Five things to do in downtown Shreveport

Liz Swaine
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Anamaniacs live at The Strand Theatre, the OUTnorthLa Film Festival debuts at Robinson Film Center, cocktails and art times two in the Red River District and crooners take control with songs under the stars at Caddo Common Park. It’s fun for all in our #CoolDowntown.

The Animaniacs in Concert is for hip and funny adults in the house, but kids will love it, too.
The Animaniacs in Concert is for hip and funny adults in the house, but kids will love it, too.

You may have seen it on TV, but now you can get up close and personal with the stars of Anamaniacs! The Animaniacs in Concert is for hip and funny adults in the house, but kids will love it, too. Enjoy the famous songs and voices performed live to projected animation. When: Friday, Sept. 8, 7 pm. Where: Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave. Cost: $35/$52. Info: thestrandtheatre.com

The OUTnorthLa Film Festival presented by PACE rolls into Robinson Film Center for a week of films and discussion.
The OUTnorthLa Film Festival presented by PACE rolls into Robinson Film Center for a week of films and discussion.

The OUTnorthLa Film Festival presented by PACE rolls into Robinson Film Center for a week of films and discussion. See how the contributions of underrepresented gender and sexual identities have impacted our culture and history. It’s seven nights of movies, retrospective, and topical discussion. When: Fri., Sept. 8 – Thurs., Sept. 14, various times. Where: Robinson Film Center, 617 Texas St. Cost: Various. Info: outnorthla.org

It’s Cocktails for Cost + tapas + art by Paige Powell at Fatty Arbuckles’ Pub Friday night.
It’s Cocktails for Cost + tapas + art by Paige Powell at Fatty Arbuckles’ Pub Friday night.

It’s Cocktails for Cost + tapas + art by Paige Powell at Fatty Arbuckles’ Pub Friday night. The event promises new ‘stunning’ drinks, a new menu, and the always-amazing works by artist/digital designer Powell. Kick off your weekend in style! When: Fri., Sept. 8, 7-10 pm. Where: 450 Clyde Fant Parkway. Cost: What you buy. Info: FB/fatty arbuckles pub

DJ Mega Marley will be spinning the tunes as you paint a Lauryn Hill inspired canvas that will be yours to take home.
DJ Mega Marley will be spinning the tunes as you paint a Lauryn Hill inspired canvas that will be yours to take home.

Friday night brings two times the fun in the Red River District! One door down from Fatty’s is Artipsy’s Canvas and Cocktails: Hip Hop Edition. DJ Mega Marley will be spinning the tunes as you paint a Lauryn Hill inspired canvas that will be yours to take home. No talent necessary, come and have a good time! When: Fri. Sept. 8, 7 pm. Where: Artipsy, 450 Clyde Fant Parkway. Cost: $35. Info: FB/artipsy

Crooning in the Park will feature the Songbook South Singers and Big Band.
Crooning in the Park will feature the Songbook South Singers and Big Band.

Songbook South is taking over Caddo Common Park Saturday evening and the crooning will commence at 7! Crooning in the Park will feature the Songbook South Singers and Big Band. Admission is free but bring your blanket and chairs and listen to songs under the stars. Food trucks will be on hand to fill your tummy. When: Sat., Sept. 9, 7 pm. Where: Caddo Common, 800 Texas Ave. Cost: Free. Info: FB/songbook south crooning in the park

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