February 24, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.

‘The Blues Brothers’ are what can only be described as a musical, comedic, and cinematic legend and the irreverent characters of Jake & Elwood resonate with everyday people all over the world. In true Blues Brothers spirit, The Official Blues Brothers Revue is a live concert show that combines the comedy and hit songs from the original 1980 hit film as well as the five popular albums put out by John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd. Sanctioned by Dan Aykroyd and The John Belushi Estate, The Official Blues Brothers Revue and their ten-piece intercontinental rhythm & blues revue band, pay homage to the humor, music and mayhem of the Blues Brothers, as well as the rich history of blues, gospel and soul music.

This show may not be suitable for all audiences. Parental discretion is advised.

Tickets $38.

The 2011 Foodie! Award Show presented by Macon Food & Culture Magazine
February 26, 2012

Pre-party at The Library Ballroom, Encore Room, and Library Ballroom Parking Lot at 5 PM
After Party immediately following the show at the Library Ballroom
Tickets are $26.50 which includes entrance to all events.
Proceeds benefit The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Georgia.

“The Awards will be presented during the evening by local celebrities to proud recipients, but the true winners are all of us for having such a diverse and dedicated group of restaurateurs.”

This show may not be suitable for all audiences. Parental discretion is advised.

March 4, 2012 at 3 p.m.

The world’s most famous love story is brought to life on stage in a full-length ballet performed by the Russian National Ballet Theatre. With their families locked in a bitter feud, Romeo and Juliet’s fate is doomed. While they will do anything to be together, their families will do anything to keep them apart. This highly dramatic and visually stunning production features more than 50 dancers upholding the grand tradition of Russian ballet in the tragic tale of Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet.

This show may not be suitable for all audiences. Parental discretion is advised.

Tickets $28 – $32. Discount rates available for groups of 10 or more. Call (478) 301-5461.

March 6, 2012 at 9:30 and 11:30 a.m.

A train full of toys is waiting to go to the good little girls and boys on the other side of the imposing mountain.  But who will get it there?  The Little Blue Engine may be the smallest, but it’s the only train willing to step up to the task.  Now your little ones will learn the value of perseverance and self-confidence as they watch, hope, and help cheer the Little Engine over that mountain. The performance runs for 50 minutes. Recommended for K5 through 2nd Grade.

Tickets $7

 
March 6 performance at 9:30 a.m.

 
March 6 performance at 11:30 a.m.

March 9, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.

In its first U.S. tour, Ballet Folklórico De Antioquia Colombia, brings its culturally-rich, stylistically diverse production to The Grand. Diversity, precision, and emotion are the characteristics that shine through in each of the 60 choreographies in their repertoire.

The Ballet has been critically acclaimed for its professionalism, high technical level, and artistic quality, and has earned numerous awards including the “Cabe Citar” Gold Medal at the Stylized Folk Olympics in Dijon, France, and the “Ugo Re Capriata” special recognition award at the International Folk Dance Festival in Italy. Ballet Folklórico De Antioquia Colombia was a special guest at the Beijing Olympic games in 2008 – the first Colombian group to ever participate in such an event. It is enjoying a rapidly expanding international reputation for its virtuosic expression of Colombian Folklore and its many manifestations in dance and physical theater, celebrating classical and contemporary performance styles.  

This show may not be suitable for all audiences. Parental discretion is advised.

Tickets $18 – $28

 
 
Cherry Blossom Gala
Friday, March 16 at 8 p.m.
Macon City Auditorium
Tickets $62.50

 

Tunes and Balloons
Saturday, March 17 at 4 p.m.
Macon State College
Tickets $5; Free for children under 6.

 

Tickled Pink Comedy Show featuring Finesse Mitchell
Saturday, March 17 at 9 p.m.
The Grand Opera House
Tickets $26.50

 

Cherry Blossom Author’s Luncheon
Tuesday, March 20 at 11:30 a.m.
Idle Hour Country Club
Tickets $40

 

Broadway in Bloom: A Dinner Cabaret
Wednesday, March 21 at 7 p.m.
The Armory Ballroom
Tickets $40

 

Cherry Blossom Fashion Show
Thursday, March 22 at 11 a.m.
Anderson Conference Center
Tickets $35

 

Cherry Blossom Street Party
Saturday, March 24. Gates open at 5 p.m.
Downtown Macon
Tickets $20

Tickled Pink Comedy Show featuring Finesse Mitchell
Saturday, March 17 at 9 p.m.
The Grand Opera House
Tickets $26.50

 

March 18, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.

Multiple award winning tribute artist, Carla DelVillaggio brings the look and the sound of “the Greatest Star”, the incomparable Barbra Streisand, to the Grand Opera House. “Back to Broadway” highlights songs from the Great White Way, including Hello Dolly, West Side Story, Into the Woods, Sunset Boulevard, South Pacific and of course, Funny Girl, among others. You’ll be amazed at this uncanny tribute, as Carla creates the perfect illusion as “Barbra Streisand”. This spectacular concert, with live band, is full of laughter, audience interaction and beautiful music. It’s just like Buttah!

Tickets $35 Adults, $25 Children 12 & under, $32 Groups of 10 or more.

March 20 and 21, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.

Fiddler on the Roof is the Tony Award® winning musical that has captured the hearts of people all over the world with its universal appeal, filled with a rousing, heartwarming score, which includes Tradition, Matchmaker, Matchmaker, If I Were a Rich Man and Sunrise, Sunset. Fiddler on the Roof is a timeless classic. No other musical has so magically woven music, dance, poignancy and laughter into such an electrifying and unforgettable experience. Relive a glorious tradition of the musical theatre with Fiddler on the Roof.
 
March 20 at 7:30 p.m.

This show may not be suitable for all audiences. Parental discretion is advised.

 
March 21 at 7:30 p.m.

March 23 and 24, 2012.

A touching and hilarious ‘tell-it-like-it-is’ look at the lives of a group of female friends, ‘Girls Night’ promises to have you laughing, crying and dancing in the aisles! Follow five friends as they re-live their past, celebrate their present and look to the future on a wild and hilarious karaoke night out … and you’ll recognize every one of them! Carol who was born to party, blunt Anita who says it like it is, Liza and her ‘issues’, boring Kate the great designated driver and Sharon, the not-so-angelic angel who just couldn’t resist tagging along! ‘Girls Night’ is bursting with energy and is packed with hit songs such as ‘Lady Marmalade’, ‘It’s Raining Men’, ‘Man, I Feel Like a Woman’, ‘I Will Survive’, ‘We are Family’ and many more! So grab the girls and get ready to party! Part of the 2012 Cherry Blossom Festival. Performances are March 23 at 7:30 p.m. and March 24 at 3:30 and 7:30 p.m.

This show may not be suitable for all audiences. Parental discretion is advised.

Tickets $32 – $38.

 
March 23 at 7:30 p.m.

 
March 24 at 3:30 p.m.

 
March 24 at 7:30 p.m.