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Feb. 3 — 20 “Dateline: Greensboro” An original play by North Carolina Journalist and Playwright John Merritt about the 1960 sit-in that jump-started the civil rights movement and inspired people nationwide. Gilbert Theater. Information: 910.678.7186 www.gilberttheater.com
Feb. 10 —13 Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus Illuscinator David DaVinci combines the classic appeal of the circus with modern illusions and mind-blowing transformations and, of course, animals of all shapes and sizes. Crown Coliseum. Information: 910.438.4100 www.atthecrown.com
Feb. 17 & 18 “The Magic Lamp of Aladdin” An adaptation of the story of Aladdin, performed as a non-musical. Butler Theatre at Fayetteville State University. Information: 910.672.1006
Feb. 26 The Lettermen The beloved trio of male vocalists bring their harmonies to this Community Concerts Series event. Crown Coliseum. Information: 910.438.4100 www.atthecrown.com
March 5 Celtic Woman The group behind the Emmy-nominated PBS hit film “Celtic Woman” will perform Irish standards, classical favorites and contemporary hits at the Crown Theater. Information: 910.438.4100 www.atthecrown.com
March 11 Blake Shelton The award-winning, top-selling, country crooner brings his hillbilly bones to town. Crown Coliseum. Information: 910.438.4100 www.atthecrown.com
March 25 4th Friday Enjoy the galleries, bistros and shops downtown while celebrating Fayetteville’s arts scene. Downtown comes alive every 4th Friday for this event. Information: 910.323.1776 www.theartscouncil.com
March 25 — April 2 “Our Town” Thornton Wilder’s beloved play about a small New England town. The residents present their stories in, among and around the audience. Cape Fear Regional Theater. Information: 910.323.4233 www.cfrt.org/season
March 25 — April 17 We Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball A national touring exhibit of paintings, sketches and educational materials by artist Kadir Nelson about the hundreds of players who overcame segregation, hatred and low pay to do the one thing they loved more than anything else in the world: Play ball. The Arts Council. Information: 910.323.1776 www.theartscouncil.com
March 26 - 27 American Girl Fashion Show Girls of all ages gather for a fun day of celebrating all things girly, with proceeds going to benefit The Child Advocacy Center. The popular annual event will include a presentation of historical and contemporary fashions, refreshments, door prizes, and education. Crown Coliseum. Information: 910.438.4100 www.atthecrown.com
March 29 “Burn the Floor” Billed as “Dancing with the Stars meets Broadway”, this high-energy Community Concerts Series touring theatrical event showcases multiple dancing styles, upbeat music, colorful costuming and the talents of the some of the country’s top ballroom dancers. Information: 910.323.1991 www.community-concerts.com
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