Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory @ The Orpheum
January 14-19 - Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at 2 & 8 p.m. Sunday at 1 & 6:30 p.m.
Willy Wonka comes to town to entertain families with a new musical! Grab yo5ur Memphis’ golden ticket and get ready to join the five lucky winners in the chocolate factory tour. The show features songs from the original film including "Pure Imagination," "The Candy Man," and "I've Got a Golden Ticket," alongside a new score from the songwriters of Hairspray.
$25-$125 ·Call 525-3000 for tickets.
Peanut Butter & Jam: Middle Eastern Music and Dance @ GPAC
Saturday, January 18, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.
Are you ready to move and groove to Middle Eastern Music and Dance? Jasmine's Jewels and Jonatan Derbaq bring the culture to life at GPAC exploring an array of folk dance styles. At the end, families join in a dabke line dance! Ages 8 and under.
$8/child. Includes up to two adults · 751-7500
MLK Arts Unite @ New Ballet Ensemble and School
Saturday, January 18, 2-4 p.m.
Celebrate MLK’s birthday engaging in performing arts! The New Ballet Ensemble and School presents art workshops in dance, theatre, spoken word and music. Enjoy collaborative professional performance from local arts organizations. Volunteer Mentor Information Session also offered during this special program. Participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Free and open to the public · Visit New Ballet for details.
King Day at the National Civil Rights Museum
Monday, January 20, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Activities include daylong performances, family resources and activity tent, and the National Civil Rights Museum experience.
Guests are encouraged to bring canned food items for a future free visit to the museum in 2020. Guests who donate to the blood drive benefitting Vitalant (formerly Lifeblood) gain 4 family members express entrance to the museum plus a free museum visit in 2020.
Free · 521-9699
Popovich Comedy Pet Theater @ Buckman Arts Center at St. Mary's
Thursday, January 23, at 5 & 7 p.m.
Got an animal lover in the family? Moscow-born Gregory Popovich brings his cats and dogs rescued from an animal shelter to present this modern-day Dr. Doolittle performance. Theatrics include European-style clowning, juggling and balancing acts.
$36/adult. $31/child · 537-1483
The Birds & the Seeds Winter Workshop & Seed Swap @ Lichterman Nature Center
Saturday, January 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Grab your binoculars and get ready to explore nature at Lichterman! Highlights include gardening & bird watching experts, beginner bird watching seminar, cooking demos, children's activities, seed starting activity stations, Seed Swap, and seed giveaways.
Free admission. Fees for tool sharpening, plant purchases and owl pellet dissection · 636-2221.
16th Annual Reelfoot Lake Eagle Festival @ Reelfoot Lake State Park
January 31 through February 2, all day event.
Would you be interested in exploring our national bird? This annual celebration taking place at Tiptonville, TN celebrates all things eagle! Festivities include art and photo contests, guided eagle and waterfowl tours, children's activities, Live Birds of Prey programs, sunrise photo/bus tour, and vendors.
Free admission. $14 for Eagle and Waterfowl Tours · Call 731-253-9652 for tour reservations.