Granville Arts Center Event Calendar

February 2016

Through Feb. 13 “The Man with Bogart’s Face” by G.C.T.

Granville Arts Center – Small Theatre

Garland Civic Theatre presents the hard-boiled mystery, “The Man with Bogart’s Face” by Andrew J. Fenady. There’s a plot full of twists, turns, intrigue, greed and deadly danger. This play has its heart rooted in the heritage of good old movies. The production will run Fridays and Saturdays, Jan. 22-Feb. 13 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $22 at GarlandArtsBoxOffice.com or 972-205-2790.

Through Feb. 28 North Texas Asian Photography Assoc. Exhibit

Granville Arts Center – Gallery Space

From dedicated amateurs to devoted professionals, the NTAPA promotes the art of photography as a means of communication, image appreciation and cultural exchange in D/FW. This exhibit features their latest work, Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and during performances at the Granville Arts Center. This event is free and open to the public.

February 2 Free Movie “Groundhog Day”

7 p.m. Plaza Theatre

Bill Murray stars in the hilarious comedy about an arrogant weatherman who’s forced to relive February 2 in a never-ending time loop. Will he figure out a way to break the time loop or will he be cursed to relive the same day for eternity? Find out in 1993’s “Groundhog Day.” Admission is free and open to the public.

February 6 Sweetheart Dance

5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. The Atrium

Dads, granddads, and uncles: bring your special little one to an evening with dinner, dancing, a 5” by 7” photo, and a gift for each little girl. Ages 3-7 are from 5 p.m.-7 p.m., and ages 8-15 are from 7:30 p.m.-9:30 pm. Tickets are $14 per person. To purchase tickets, visit GarlandParks.com or visit any Garland Recreation Center. For more information, call 972-205-2000.

February 6 “What’s Yours is Mine”

6 p.m. Plaza Theatre

Dream Writing Productions presents the stage production: “What’s Yours is Mine.” Kristin takes extreme measures to accomplish her goal of being a mother. Tickets: $16.37-26.62 at DreamWritingProd.com

February 10-12 “Hit and Misdemeanor” by Austin Academy

7 p.m. Plaza Theatre

Austin Academy’s Theatre Department presents William Gleason’s “Hit and Misdemeanor,” a zany, comic send-up of a primetime TV detective series. Tickets: available at the door, $6 for students, $7 for adults. For more information, contact Aaron Gallagher, Theatre Director at Austin Academy for Excellence, at [email protected].

February 13 Free Movie “Roman Holiday”

7 p.m. Plaza Theatre

Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck star in the genre-defining romantic comedy: “Roman Holiday.”

A bored and sheltered princess (Hepburn) escapes her guardians, and falls in love with an American newsman in Rome (Peck) during a highly publicized tour of European capitals. Nominated for seven Academy Awards, 1953’s “Roman Holiday” stands the test of time as a beloved, Hollywood classic.

February 19 G.S.O. presents pianist Sara Daneshpour

8 p.m. Granville Arts Center – Brownlee Auditorium

Concert V of Garland Symphony Orchestra’s “Symphonic Treasures!” season features award-winning pianist, Sara Daneshpour performing Mozart’s “Piano Concerto No. 25 in C Major.”

Tickets: $17.50-37.50 at GarlandArtsBoxOffice.com or 972-205-2790.

Feb. 19-21 “Charlotte’s Web” by C.O.R.P.

Plaza Theatre

All the enchanting characters are here: Wilbur, the irresistible young pig who desperately wants to avoid the butcher; Fern, a girl who understands what animals say to each other; Templeton, the gluttonous rat who can occasionally be talked into a good deed; the Zuckerman family; the Arables; and, most of all, the extraordinary spider, Charlotte, who proves to be “a true friend and a good writer.” Determined to save Wilbur, Charlotte begins her campaign with the “miracle” of her web in which she writes, “Some pig.” Tickets: $10 at GarlandArtsBoxOffice.com or 972-205-2790.

February 20 SKYWARN Annual Garland Storm Spotter Training

9 a.m. Granville Arts Center – Brownlee Auditorium

SKYWARN is an area-wide weather preparedness campaign supported by the National Weather Service Office in Fort Worth (NWS). Representatives from NWS will discuss thunderstorm formation, ingredients, and features associated with severe storms. Participants will have the opportunity to become a storm spotter. Even if you don’t become an active storm spotter, you will learn about how storms work and the visual clues you can identify when storms are in your area in order to keep you and your loved ones safe. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Garland Office of Emergency Management at [email protected].

February 21 The Column Awards Gala with Beth Leavel

7 p.m. (VIP Reception) The Atrium

8 p.m. (Ceremony) Granville Arts Center – Brownlee Auditorium

One of Broadway’s brightest stars will guest star and co-host the 17th Annual Column Awards Gala. The Column Awards is the only awards organization in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex that honors excellence in North Texas theater, both in equity and non-equity. The Column Awards also uses the annual gala as a fundraiser for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Ms. Leavel received Tony, Drama Desk, NY Outer Critics Circle and L.A. Drama Critics Awards for her performance as the title character in the mega-hit smash musical, “The Drowsy Chaperone.” Ms. Leavel also received a Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle nomination for her role as Florence Greenberg in “Baby It’s You.” Tickets: Available online at GarlandArtsBoxOffice.com or by phone at 972-205-2790. $25 for the ceremony/show, $50 for VIP tickets that include a private, pre-show reception beginning at 7 p.m. to meet guest star Ms. Beth Leavel. The reception also includes food and wine.

Feb. 26-28 “Midsummer/Jersey” by C.O.R.P.

Plaza Theatre

“Midsummer/Jersey” is the hilarious, high-octane re-telling of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” set on the boardwalk of a seaside town in modern-day New Jersey. The story revolves around the impending wedding of the Governor, the love affairs of four beach-bound high school crushes, a crew of fairies, and the staff of the local salon. The night takes a magical turn when Oberon and Puck arrive on the scene, ready for mischief-making, armed with a powerful love potion. Who knows what will happen in a show backed by pop music and an iPhone-obsessed wood sprite? Tickets: $12 at GarlandArtsBoxOffice.com or 972-205-2790.

Feb. 27-28 Platinum Dance Competition

8 a.m.-8 p.m. Granville Arts Center – Brownlee Auditorium

Regional solo, duet and group dancers compete in this nationally recognized dance competition. Tickets: free and open to the public.