By: Shirley Jackson
Alabama Shakespeare Festival presents ‘The Wizard of Oz’
Based on the classic children’s book by L. Frank Baum, “The Wizard of Oz” tells the story of Dorothy, a young girl dreaming of adventure far away from her family farm, whose life suddenly changes when a tornado whisks her off to the magical land of Oz. The fun-filled musical for all ages features the score made famous by the 1939 MGM film. The production is underway through Sunday, Aug. 17. To purchase tickets, call 334-271-5353, or visit the Alabama Shakespeare Festival box office.
Coca-Cola Amphitheater
Upcoming live concerts:
Aug. 9: Riley Green: Damn Country Music Tour.
Aug. 15: Teddy Swims – I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy Tour.
Aug. 22: Dierks Bentley: Broken Branches Tour.
Aug. 23: Ben Rector.
Sidewalk Film Festival
Save the date for the 27th annual Sidewalk Film Festival slated for Aug. 18-24 in Birmingham’s historic theater district. The film fest is offering screenings of more than 200 films, filmmaker Q&As, panels, workshops, networking events and parties. Venues include the Alabama School of Fine Arts, Alabama Theatre, Birmingham Museum of Art, Carver Theatre, First Church Birmingham, Lyric Theatre and Sidewalk Cinema. Click here for the schedule and here for tickets. The festival map is being updated regularly.
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