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 will take the stage July 9 through Aug. 17. To purchase tickets, call 334-271-5353, visit the Alabama Shakespeare Festival box office or purchase online at asf.net. Evening performances begin at 7 p.m.; matinees begin at 2 p.m.
Brad Williams: The Growth Spurt Tour
Brad Williams is one of the funniest comedians in the country, and he has become one of the most in-demand working today. Williams started doing stand-up comedy as a teenager and has been routinely selling out venues across the country and world. Doors open at the Alabama Theatre in Birmingham Saturday at 6 p.m. and the show begins at 7 p.m.
Blue Marlin Grand Championship
The Blue Marlin Grand Championship (BMGC) at The Wharf in Orange Beach is unlike any other fishing tournament. Come early to enjoy industry-related vendors and try your hand at the St. Jude Fighting Chair Challenge — a real sportfishing fighting chair that is similar to “tug-o-war” against a friend. BMGC has raised more than $220,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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