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Fiesta de Verano

Saturday, May 10

6:30 PM

Carver Community Cultural Center, 226 N Hackberry

"Join us for a special opportunity to experience the rich cultural heritage of San Antonio.  Fiesta de Verano showcases the Guadalupe Dance Academy dancers that will delight audiences with the energetic dances and lively music of the Mexican states of Guerrero, Campeche, and Baja California while Flamenco dancers captivate with intricate rhythms and fast footwork. Celebrate the culmination of many hours of hard work and training with this beautiful uplifting production in the historic Carver Theater..."

Sounds of Shakespeare

Saturday, May 10

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Central Library, 600 Soledad

Music from the Middle Ages to the Early Baroque: "Beginning with an early round proclaiming the Summer by John of Fornsette (born 1228), Sumer is icumen in. The program ends with guitar music by a Spanish composer, Gaspar Sanz (born 1640), Los Canarios. Between those pieces you will find several choice works by John Dowland, including a beautiful lament and dance music. There will also be variations on the ancient Burgundian folk melody, L'homme armé, Jon Come Kisse Me Now and other tunes. Sounds of Shakespeare will also feature some popular madrigals arranged for recorders on the program."

Cancionero

Monday, May 12

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 315 E Pecan

"SOLI Chamber Ensemble continues its 31st season with an emotionally resonant program featuring the world premiere of Cancionero de luto (Mourning Songbook) by Puerto Rican-born Cuban composer Armando Bayolo. This poignant new work responds to the tragic 2022 Robb Elementary School shooting and similar acts of violence. Setting six texts in as many languages, Cancionero de luto seeks to create an ecumenical expression of grief that embraces all traditions, including freethinkers, atheists, and non-spiritual communities. The piece, scored for small ensemble and chorus, marks SOLI’s second collaboration with the San Antonio Chamber Choir..."

Cinema on Will's Plaza

Saturday, May 10

7:00 PM

Will Naylor Smith River Walk Plaza, Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle

Enjoy a screening of 'Asteroid City', starring Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson and Tom Hanks. "In an American desert town in the mid-fifties, the Junior Stargazer Convention attracts stargazers of different ages. A group of students and their parents visit the town to attend the event. What follows is an unexpected exchange of ideas and experiences that lead to eye-opening revelations."

Clue: A Walking Mystery

Thursday, May 8 thru Sunday, May 25

Various times

Tobin Center Parking Garage, 227 4th St

"The case of who murdered Mr. Boddy has gone cold, with the murderer still at large. The furniture from Tudor Mansion has been auctioned off and scattered throughout downtown San Antonio. Now, you’re on the case to find the pieces that might hold the key to the identity of Mr. Boddy’s murderer. Get ready to search for these long-lost antiques from the iconic rooms in Tudor Mansion (the Library, the Billiard Room, the Ballroom, etc.) to figure out WHO did it, WHERE, and with WHAT! The recovered artifacts are still exactly as they were the evening Boddy Black was murdered all those years ago. The Butlers will welcome the detectives, hopeful that the players will discover once and for all who amongst us is the killer..."

Down Around Brown Town

Sunday, May 11

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM & 6:30 PM - 7:45PM

Jo Long Theatre at the Carver, 226 N Hackberry

"With its talented cast of singers and dancers, creative direction, lively choreography and electrifying soundtrack, Down Around Brown Town celebrates the music of James Brown, a show not to be missed! Mother's Day Special: Bring your mom and she only pays $17..."

Musical Evenings at San Fernando Cathedral

Sunday, May 11

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

San Fernando Cathedral, 115 Main Plaza

"Your not-so-typical string quartet, Invoke, performs music from American traditions including bluegrass, Appalachian fiddle tunes, jazz and minimalism. Fueled by their passion for storytelling, this ensemble weaves styles together to form a contemporary portrait of our country."

¡Lotería: Game On!

Saturday, May 3 thru Sunday, June 1

Various times

Magik Theatre, 429 S Alamo

"Experience the enchanting world of Lotería in this captivating play! Join siblings Sam and Kris on a family-friendly adventure as they stumble upon their dad’s pillow fort-turned-magical portal into the realm of Lotería, where their father is unexpectedly trapped. Determined to rescue him, Sam and Kris embark on a thrilling journey. Along the way, they encounter familiar characters like La Mano, La Rana and El Gallo! ¡Lotería: Game On! invites audiences to join this pair of siblings in their quest to reclaim their father. This bilingual production ensures that both English and Spanish speakers can enjoy the adventure."

La Semana Alegre

Thursday, May 1 & Friday, May 2

5:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Civic Park at Hemisfair, 210 S Alamo

"La Semana Alegre returns to Hemisfair's Civic Park for a second year. The two-day, music experience featuring multiple stages, food, beverages and a vendor market – all benefiting Hemisfair... This year Hemisfair celebrates the completion of Civic Park with free general admission. Attendees can support Hemisfair by making a donation or purchasing a VIP ticket."

Classics IX

Friday, May 2 & Saturday, May 3

7:30 PM on Fri., 1:30 PM on Sat.

Scottish Rite Hall, 308 Ave E

"Experience a night of musical splendor at the Scottish Rite, led by Jeffrey Kahane and featuring the extraordinary talents of violinist Elena Urioste and cellist Zlatomir Fung. The evening begins with a bracing and viscerally emotional work by the phenomenally gifted young Korean-American composer Peter Shin, whom the New York Times called 'a composer to watch'. You will be enchanted by the rich harmonies and expressive melodies of Brahms’ magnificent Double Concerto for Violin and Cello in A minor, featuring the brilliant performances of Elena Urioste and Zlatomir Fung. The night culminates with the overwhelming power and electricity of Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 5 in B-flat major, Op. 100..."

The Wiz

Tuesday, May 6 thru Sunday, May 11

7:30 PM

Majestic Theatre, 224 E Houston

"The Tony® Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back. The Wiz returns 'home' to stages across America in an all-new Broadway tour, the first one in 40 years. This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway–from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world... this dynamic infusion of ballet, jazz, and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road. Everybody rejoice! This production uses haze, smoke and flashing lights..."

Fiesta Flambeau Parade

Saturday, May 3

7:45 PM - 11:00 PM

Parade route in downtown San Antonio

"Join us for America’s Largest Illuminated Night Parade in the US, the Fiesta Flambeau® Parade... The idea of a lighted parade, was the brainchild of civil engineer Reynolds Andricks. ‘Flambeau’ is a French word meaning a tall candlestick or burning torch. Each year, the Fiesta Flambeau Parade has a specific theme that guides the designs of floats and performances. This year’s theme celebrates Texas’ rich and diverse array of offerings such as art events, cultural arts, landmarks, or culinary arts, 'Deep in the Arts of Texas'. Our premier band,The University of Texas Longhorn Band has led the Fiesta Flambeau Parade for 77 years The parade makes its way through the charming and historic downtown area, drawing in over 800,000 excited spectators along its 3.1-mile route..."

Arts & Entertainment Events

LNF Weekly publishes a free weekly newsletter that alerts you to all the arts and entertainment events going on in the neighborhood and the broader downtown area, by which we mean everything from The Pearl to Lone Star. Each newsletter covers more than one hundred events, including art gallery openings, live music, festivals, and theater.

In addition, on this page, we highlight a dozen or so events coming up soon that we think you might especially enjoy. We update this list every day to keep it current.

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