Things to do in Pensacola: McGuire’s 5K Prediction Run; Living Colour; Hot Glass Cold Brew
Seven days out is your guide to entertainment events, concerts, festivals and activities in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.
MONDAY
Monday Night Blues
7 p.m. Monday, March 4. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Seville Quarter and the Blues Society of Northwest Florida are bringing the “blues” back to the Seville Quarter Entertainment District. The event features live blues music and "BBQ and Bud" food and drink specials. More info: 850-434-6211 or sevillequarter.com.
Trash Panda
7 p.m. Monday, March 4. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Trash Panda will perform live in concert with Frog Mallet, Infernem, and Crow Road. $12 in advance and at the door. More info: thehandlebar850.com.
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WEDNESDAY
Champions Of Magic
7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 6. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Break away from the screen and experience live entertainment like never before with Champions Of Magic – an evening of impossible illusions and spectacular special effects. Described by the press as “’The Avengers’ of magic”, catch the only team of magicians in the world as they present their original, phenomenal ensemble illusions. They’ve sold out shows across the globe, been featured on every major US television network, and racked up over 50 million views online, but you haven’t seen magic until you’ve seen it live. Tickets start at $25. More info: 850-595-3880 or pensacolasaenger.com.
THURSDAY
Jackson’s Steakhouse 25 Year Anniversary Food and Wine Event
5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 7. Jackson’s Steakhouse, 400 S. Palafox St. Founding Executive Chef Irv Miller will present a five-course dinner featuring classic dishes from the past 25 years. General manager Matthew Mabe will pair four of the five courses with wine selections that complement each of the dishes. Jackson’s Restaurant opened in the heart of downtown Pensacola on March 12, 1999. $125 per person. More info: jacksonsrestaurant.com.
Living Colour
7 p.m., doors; 8 p.m., show; Thursday, March 7. Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox St. The two-time Grammy award winning, multi-platinum rock band Living Colour will perform live in concert with special guests Gunshine. During the 1980s, rock had become increasingly segregated and predictable, a departure from the late '60s and early '70s, when musically and ethnically diverse artists topped the charts. But New York's Living Colour was one band that helped break down the doors by the end of the '80s, leading to a much more open-minded musical landscape that would help pave the way for future bands. $28. For all ages. More info and ticket purchase: vinylmusichall.com.
‘Death of a Salesman’
7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, March 7 through 10. Ashmore Auditorium, Pensacola State College, 1000 College Blvd. Venture with us to 1940s Brooklyn where we find a downcast traveling salesman, Willy Loman, who wrestles with past memories and mental decline. $11 for adults; $9 for seniors, non-PSC students; $7 for PSC employees; free for PSC students. More info: performingarts.pensacolastate.edu.
‘Decision Height’
7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, March 7 through 10. The Gordon, 306 N. DeVilliers St. In World War II, over 1,100 Women Airforce Service Pilots flew wingtip to wingtip with their male counterparts. Their contribution to the United States of America will be shared as PenArts presents Decision Height, a play that tells the story of six volunteers in the WASP program. More info: penarts.org.
Joe Bonamassa
8 p.m. Thursday, March 7. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Having just earned a remarkable 26th No. 1 on the Billboard Blues Chart for his sprawling and extensive live concert film and album Tales Of Time, Joe Bonamassa’s upcoming album Blues Deluxe Vol. 2 finds him returning to his roots and giving new life to the classic tracks that have formed his own artistry. Tickets start at $63. More info: 850-595-3880 or pensacolasaenger.com.
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FRIDAY
Hot Glass Cold Brew: Art in Bloom
5 p.m. Friday, March 8. First City Art Center, 1060 N. Guillemard St. Art in Bloom celebrates the arrival of spring with a Hot Glass Cold Brew style celebration. Full admission ($25 members/$35 non-members) includes a handmade artisan glass or ceramic cup, entertainment for the evening, and two complimentary craft beers (or wine) for adults aged 21 and older. Entertainment for the evening includes glass blowing and pottery demonstrations, live music, an art market, kid’s activities, and a gallery opening showcasing works from FCAC’s Gallery 1060 artists. Entry time correlates with ticket purchased. More info: firstcityart.org.
Bikini Trill
7 p.m. Friday, March 8. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Bikini Trill will perform live in concert with Nervous Pulp and Momma Bear. $12 in advance; $15 at the door. More info: thehandlebar850.com.
Carmina Burana
7 p.m., doors; 7:30 p.m., show; Friday and Saturday, March 8 and 9. University of West Florida Center for Fine and Performing Arts, 82 Service Road. The Choral Society of Pensacola presents the most spectacular concert of their season with Carl Orff's epic masterpiece, Carmina Burana. The performance will feature a chorus of 160 voices, the combined forces of the Choral Society and the University of West Florida Singers. It will also feature three soloists (soprano Sheila Dunn, tenor Christian Sanders, and baritone Jack Chandler), two pianists (Hyunjoo Kim and Meredith Stemen), and six percussionists, under the leadership of Matt Greenwood. $25 (adult), $20 (senior/military), $10 (student), $5 (child), and $15 (groups of 10 or more, available in advance only). Tickets are $5 more at the door. More info: choralsocietyofpensacola.org.
‘13’
7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, March 8 through 24. Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. After moving from New York City to Indiana, a 12-year-old navigates his parents' divorce, his impending bar mitzvah, and his new school's social circles. Geek. Poser. Jock. Beauty Queen. Wannabe. These are the labels that can last a lifetime. With an unforgettable rock score from Tony Award-winning composer, Jason Robert Brown, 13 is a musical about fitting in – and standing out. $30 for adults; $15 for children and students; $2 discounts for seniors, military. For ages 12 and older. More info: pensacolalittletheatre.com.
SATURDAY
McGuire's St. Patrick's Day Prediction 5K Run
9 a.m. Saturday, March 9. McGuire's Irish Pub, 600 E. Gregory St. The McGuire's St. Patrick's Day Run is the largest 5k Prediction Run in America. Each runner/walker predicts how long it will take them to complete the 3.1-mile course. The finishers who come closest to the time predicted on their registration form wins. The event goes on rain or shine. Crossing the finish line is just the beginning, come for the run and stay for the party. The registration fee includes a McGuire's Run shirt and the best post-race party around. $45. More info: mcguiresirishpub.com.
Little River Band
8 p.m. Saturday, March 9. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Little River Band garnered huge chart success with multi-platinum albums and chart-topping hits in the 70’s and 80’s. Their worldwide album, CD, and digital downloads amass to more than 350 million. The band continues to deliver distinctive harmonies and vocal abilities under the direction of 41-year LRB veteran, lead vocalist, and bass player Wayne Nelson. To date, Wayne has contributed his talents on 24 of Little River Band’s albums/CDs. Tickets start at $55. More info: 850-595-3880 or pensacolasaenger.com.
SUNDAY
Boozy Bee Spelling Tournament
5 p.m. Sunday, March 10. Flora-Bama Lounge & Package, 17401 Perdido Key Drive. Have you been personally victimized by a grade school spelling bee that left you questioning whether you really knew English? Well, Flora-Bama has the event for you. Participants should be prepared to mix alcohol consumption with vocabulary competition. For each word, a contestant may ask for the definition and its use in a sentence. Hosts will try to on-the-spot create a topical and comedic use of the word. For ages 21 and older. More info: 850-492-0611 or florabama.com.
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