Amarillo entertainment in brief for the week of May 8

Mella Nomi

May 09, 2022

Barnes & Noble signed the book on Saturday with the authors of Blue Handle

Andrew J. Brandt, author of Blue Handle Publishing, will be present at the first post-epidemic book signing at the Amerillo site at Barnes & Noble.

According to the press release, Brandt will be signing copies of Pencraft's award-winning handcrafted novel "Mixtape for the End of the World" beginning Saturday, May 14 at 2:00 p.m. inside Burns & Noble, 2415 Sansi Road. He will also produce a copy of "Palo Duro" sign and promote his upcoming novel "Picture Unavailable," which will be published Oct. 25 by Blue Handle.

In addition to the Pencroft Award in the young adult/adult category, "Mixtape" was nominated in the YES category for the Western Reading Award by the Mountains and Plains Independent Booksellers Association.

"We're thrilled to have Andrew Copy sign up and meet readers," said Ricky Trevon, editorial director of Blue Handle Publishing. "And we're proud that Andrew is the first writer to host an event there in over two years."

When "Picture Unavailable" is released, it will be the third Blue Handle title to hit bookstores in 2022. Jordan Reed's debut novel, The Wizards Brew, is out May 24, followed by "Black Bear" Lake by award-winning playwright Leslie Liaotd, a premium children's novel from Publishers Weekly and "A Heartbreaking Advent." honored as Charles D'Amico will round out Blue Handle's 2022 slate with "Lost," an expansion to Neil Baggio's award-winning thriller series in November.

Burrowing Owl Books welcomes Amarillo Native to book signing on Saturday

Burrowing Owl Books at Amarillo on Saturday, May 14, 2:00-3:00 p.m. at Author Drawing at Amarillo Native Rachel. Greece will be welcome

Shop Viewer, 7406 SW 34th Ave., Ste. Played in 2B, he will be identified by his costume and a nearby (pop) eagle as the main character in the book, according to a press release.

"The Gift of the Dragons" by Rachel A. Greco

Ms. Greco, "The Gift of Dragons," is a young adult fantasy book in which the fates of two species are decided at the tip of a knife. When Prince Adelaide tries to overthrow her because the legendary dragon exists and needs help, Adelaide must decide where her true loyalties lie before the kingdom crumbles.

For more information see https://www.rachelagreco.com

Live music planned at Starlight Canyon and elsewhere

Hillary Mary Presents recently announced its music and event schedule for 2022.

The Starlight Canyon Concert in the Canyon features live jazz on Tuesday nights, food trucks, BYOBs and seating, and free admission for kids. The event takes place at the Starlight Canyon Bed and Breakfast, 100 Brentwood Road in Amerillo from 7-9 p.m. Tickets are $12 up front or $15 at the door. On May 10, the Esquire Jazz Band will perform with food from Reagan's Brick Oven. On May 17 there will be Polk Street Jazz with Pork n Things BBQ food; James Burger Quintet appears on May 24 Chopsticks; And jazz band Amarillo College will play food from The Rolling Stoves on May 31.

In June, a series of lyrics will be performed on Wednesday evenings. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., with concerts at 7:00 p.m. Famous artists include Emily George and Mila Ray, Joel White and Randy Palmer, Micah Binam and Kitha Jones, Kayla Richardson and Rin and Mindy, Mike Fuller and Andy Chase, Danny Fridge and Dr. T, Brody Blue and Cameron Heard, Matt Lemburg and Ben Cargo, Kenzie Crabtree, Derek Porterfield and Jak Thurmond, Carrey Thompson and Tanner Lane, Hank Vincent and Michael Coon, and Yvonne Perea and Jen Wilson.

The Starlight Canyon concert in the Canyon Weekend edition begins with live music on Fridays and Saturdays in June. The concert begins at 7:00 p.m. with a food truck, BYOB and seating and free admission for children. Tickets are $12 up front or $15 at the door. Hillary Mary will perform for a live taping on June 10. Other cast members include Mike Fuller and the Repeat Offenders (June 17), Geezer Gone Wild (June 24), Love Session (June 25), 9 Eyes (August 12), Honeyhouse (August 13), Brother St. Clair (September 2 ). ). , Hubbard Fund (September 16), Insufficient Funding (September 23), Sadistic Rangers (September 30) and Tennessee Takness (October 7)

Other Hillary Marie events include Mariposa Echo Village at Mariposa After Dark, 9101 Mariposa Drive; Live music at Canyon Country Club, Eagle Grill and Bar on Thursdays, live music at The Shops in Wolfin Square, and live music every Thursday and Friday at Olsen's La Bella Pizza.

For more information, visit www.hilarymarieofficial.com.

The Texas Panhandle student art exhibit will be on view at AMOA until May 13

The Texas Panhandle Student Art Exhibit (TPSAS), the year-end student art exhibit to recognize all of the talented young artists in the Texas Panhandle, is now on display through May 13 at the Amarillo Museum of Art.

The exhibition will consist of two parts: artwork for K-12 students and a portfolio of artwork for high school students. Teachers will post artwork from individual graduate portfolios, as well as individual student entries.

Eligible works of art on display include Amerillo College's 10 Professor of Art Awards for Best Performer, Best Performing Portfolio Award, Education Credit Union (ECU) Georgia O'Keefe Excellence in Arts and Creativity Award, Georgia High Schools and Schools. Keef. Scholarships from the Texas Panhandle Association of Arts Education and the AC and WATAMU Arts Department will also be awarded to senior portfolio participants.

The Amarillo Museum of Art is located at 2200 South Van Buren on the Washington Street campus of Amarillo College. Museum hours are 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and 3:00 p.m. to Sunday.

For more information, visit www.amoa.org, email amoa@actx.edu, or call 806-371-5050 or 806-371-5392 (weekends).

Tritt brings Country Classic to Amarillo

Country musician Travis Treat is taking his 2022 solo acoustic tour to the Globe News Center for the Performing Arts, the 500s. Buchanan St., Saturday, May 14 at 8 p.m.

Enjoy a special night with CMA and Grammy award-winning country artists. The show, which will include the band Treat, will allow attendees to listen to the artists' greatest hits, including "Trouble", "It's a Great Day to Be Alive" and "Best of Intentions".

Plan to sing along with a large catalog of delights such as "Modern Day Bonnie and Clyde" and "Here's a Quarter" which have created a dedicated fan base to continue with sold-out shows around the world. Tritt will also perform favorite songs from his new album, "Set in Stone", which was released this year.

Tickets for this show range from $45 to $89 (plus taxes and fees) depending on seat and are available for purchase at panhandletickets.com

Crusher takes a comedy tour of the Civic Center

Bert Krasher takes The Barty Boy Relapse Tour to the Amerilo Civic Center Complex Auditorium on Saturday, May 14 at 6 p.m.

The comedian, podcaster, reality TV host and actor has worked with Hart Burt in FX as well as travel channels Bert the Conqueror and Trip Flip.

He is the producer and host of Bartcast, the weekly comedy podcast on All Things Comedy Network. He co-hosted the 2 Bears, 1 Cave podcast with co-star Tom Segura, and co-hosted the Bill and Bert podcast with actor and comedian Bill Burr.

This program is recommended for viewers 18 and older.

Tickets range from $39 to $90 (excluding taxes and fees) and are available online at panhandletickets.com

Read Band Southall will perform at Starlight Ranch

Read Band Southall returns to Amarillo at 8 p.m. Saturday, May 14 at Starlight Ranch, 1415 Sunrise Drive.

"Here we are."

Read Southall talks about the lead single "Where We Belong" from his band's new album "For the Birds." But he also touched on the idea that it would take a few years, a very isolated 2020, and that some musical directions would have to change to get to a place where new music — not to mention the band's best performances — can exist.

Tickets for these outdoor concerts range from $25 to $50 and are available online at www.bigtexan.com/starlight-ranch-event-center/

Come to the Amarillo Civic Center for King and Country

The gospel couple for king and country has arrived, what are we waiting for? Friday, May 20, 7:00 p.m. Drive to Amarillo, Amarilo Civic Center, 401S. Buchananstraat

Contemporary Christian pop rockers promote their new album 'Burn the Ships'.

The four-time Grammy-winning duo made a strong statement with their long-awaited third album, an epic and vibrant musical landscape exploring new themes of initiation, forgiveness, hope and love.

The GRAMMY®-nominated debut album and single, "Pleasure" featuring a 100-person choir and a dazzling wave of rhythmic and electronic sounds, peaked at no. 1 and has been viewed over 18 million times.

Tickets for these shows range from $19 to $200 (plus taxes and fees) depending on seating.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.forkingandcountry.com

Eli Young's band is back in town

The Eli Young Orchestra returns to Amarillo at 8 p.m. Saturday, May 21 at Starlight Ranch, 1415 Sunrise Drive.

With momentum still beyond their fourth career no. 1, multi-platinum band Eli Young has released introspective new singles, including The Valorie Music Co.'s "Break It In."

Led by producer Dan Huff, the song explores lessons in life and love that can only be learned with time well spent. Proof of this is the live songs composed by Benji Davis, Brandon Day, Daniel Ross and Michael Whitworth, EYB delivers another uplifting chorus: "Like the dusty boots that bring me here Leak through the years / When the shine goes out, When you lose that shine / There's a lot more fluff / You think it's as good as it gets / So you're gonna break it.”

Tickets for this outdoor concert are $25 (excluding taxes and fees) and are available online at www.bigtexan.com/starlight-ranch-event-center/

Tickets for 'Waiter' on sale at the Civic Center on May 27 and 28

The Broadway musical "The Waitress" was limited to late May and played in the auditorium of the Amarillo Civic Center complex for a two-range engagement.

Tickets for the May 27 and 28 events can be purchased online at PanhandleTickets.com by calling 806-378-3096, at the box office at the Amarillo Civic Center complex, and in person at the United Supermarket Area. Post office opening hours Monday to Saturday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

"Meet Jenna, an expert waitress and pastry chef who dreams of getting out of her small town and her rocky marriage," the press release reads. "As she pours her heart into pies, she bakes desserts that reflect her busy life, like 'The Key (Lime) to Happiness Pie' and 'Betrayed by My Eggs Pie'." A satisfying encounter with someone - giving Jenna a chance for a fresh start if she finds the courage to take advantage of it - change is on the menu until Jenna can write her own - a personal recipe for happiness. »

Based on a 2007 film by Adrian Shelley, "Waitress" is the first Broadway musical in history with four women in the top four spots on the creative team, a book by Jesse Nelson, a score by a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter. Choreography by Sara Bereiles, Lorraine Background and management by Tony Award winner Diane Pallas.

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