Lubbock entertainment in brief
The Last Hootenanny comes to Cactus
The Last Hootenanny, featuring The Old Folkies, is set to take the stage at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 23, at the Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave.
The Last Hootenanny will be one, huge sing-along of many of your favorites from the 1950s and ’60s - including folk, rock ’n’ roll, country, western, bluegrass, Irish and more - and it will be easy for you to participate as all of the lyrics will be projected on a large screen above the band.
The Old Folkies are all LHS and TTU graduates from many years ago and have been entertaining enthusiastic audiences most of their lives. The group includes longtime Hootenanny leader David Durham, guitar and vocals; Eldon Reynolds, guitar and vocals; Maggie Durham, bass and vocals and Kurt Melle, guitar and vocals. A recent addition to the lineup is John-Charles Kelly - flying in from New York City especially for this show!
Proceeds from this event will be donated to the Mark Paden Emergency Relief Fund, Operation Pawprints to benefit a local animal rescue organization.
Tickets for this show are $20 for all floor and standard balcony seats; and $40 for balcony box seats, which include concessions.
For more information, visit cactustheater.com
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band brings farewell tour to Lubbock
The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band berings its All the Good Times Farewell Tour to the Hub City Thursday, July 25, at the Helen Devitt Jones Theater of Buddy Holly Hall.
Nearing their fifth decade together Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, often cited as a catalyst for an entire movement in Country Rock and American Roots Music, continues to add to their legendary status.
With multi-platinum and gold records, strings of top 10 hits such as "Fishin' In The Dark" and "Mr. Bojangles", multiple Grammy, IBMA, CMA Awards and nominations, the band's accolades continue to accumulate.
Today, NGDB (Jeff Hanna, Jimmie Fadden, Bob Carpenter) continue their non-stop touring in their 48th year together.
Tickets for this show range from $39 to $99 (plus taxes and fees). VIP tickets are also available.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit buddyhollyhall.com
Bartnick brings comedy to Cactus
Joe Bartnick will be Live in Lubbock with his touring stand-up comedy tour at 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 26, at the Cactus Theater.
Bartnick started as a comic performing in coffee shops and bars. He used talent and hustle to make his way to prestigious venues like Madison Square Garden and Red Rocks.
Bartnick can be seen doing standup on AXS-TVs Gotham Live, roasting Tommy Lee on A&E and acting on Playboy TV’s King of Clubs. Joe wrote the best-selling e- book “You Might Be a Douchebag.”
He parlayed his love of hockey into the popular podcast Puck Off.
Tickets for this show are $25 for all floor seats; $20 for balcony seats; and $50 for balcony box seats, which includes concessions,.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Eagles tribute gets an encore presentation
The Caldwell Collective will have an encore presentation of its Eagles tribute at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 27, at the Cactus Theater.
This show will take you back in time to the heart of ’80s rock and bring you the nostalgic sensation of putting your Hotel California vinyl on the turntable for the very first time. Unbelievably talented Cactus favorites Jason Fellers, Brandon Gwinn, Jeff McCreight and Sheena Fadeyi will be backed by the incredible Caldwell Collective band for a night you won't forget!
Reserved seat tickets are $25 for floor and standard balcony box seats; and $50 for balcony box seats, which include concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Vinyl Radio to perform at Cactus
Vinyl Radio, a tribute to the classic hits of the 1970s, will be live at 7 p.m. Sunday, July 28, at the Cactus Theater.
Vinyl Radio comes at you with a wash of vocal power and a righteous regard for the great music of the ’70s. These Music City pros combine their considerable talents into an experience that captures the essence of an era when guitars and grooves, melodies and mayhem ruled the airwaves.
Vinyl Radio is Ron Wallace, Tim Buppert, Ronnie Kimball, Brian Nutter and features any number of guests from bands like America, Pure Prairie League, Phil Vasser, Jim Messina, Orleans, Ozark Mountain Daredevils and more.
Reserved seat tickets are $27.50 for rows A-F; $25 for rows G-M; 422.50 for standard balcony; and $50 for balcony box, which include concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Fish brings Bulletproof tour to Cactus
Samantha Fish brings her Bulletproof Tour 2024 to the Cactus Theater at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1.
Grammy-nominated guitarist-singer Samantha Fish lights up every stage she’s on. In 2023, she concentrated on her side project Deathwish - which she founded along with country outlaw Jesse Dayton. In 2024, Fish is preparing for her own world tour with her stellar band. You can expect to hear all of your favorite Samantha songs along with some musical surprises during the night.
Fish effortlessly blends blues, rock, and soul - creating a unique sound that has captured the attention of legendary artists. Last September, she was contacted by Eric Clapton and invited to join him at his 2023 Crossroads Festival.
Reserved seat tickets are $35 for rows A-F; $30 for rows G-M; $25 for standard balcony; and $70 for balcony box seats, which includes concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Barnett to sing Patsy Cline at Cactus
Sweet Dreams: Mandy Barnett sings Patsy Cline comes to the Cactus Theater at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2.
Called the “Nashville Sound Chanteuse” (Music Row) and “the Judy Garland of our time” (American Songwriter), Grand Ole Opry member Mandy Barnett has built a reputation for her commanding voice and unwavering devotion to classic country and popular standards. Barnett started singing at five years-old and has enchanted listeners around the globe with her world-class vocals and musical chameleon qualities ever since.
Barnett’s television appearances include “The Tonight Show,” “The Late Show,” “CBS Sunday Morning,” PBS’s “Sessions at West 54th,” PBS’ “Bluegrass Underground” and numerous other programs.
Reserved seat tickets are $40 for rows A-F; $35 for rows G-M; $30 for standard balcony; and $70 for balcony box seats, which include concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, vusut cactustheater.com
The Piano Men play tunes of Joel, John
The Piano Men bring their Generations show to the Crickets Theater of Buddy Holly Hall at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2.
The two piano men play the tunes of two musical legends: Billy Joel and Elton John.
Tickets for this show range from $65 to $85 (plus taxes and fees).
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit buddyhollyhall.com
Caldwell Kids sing best of the best
Caldwell Kids Sing The Best Of The Best at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at Cactus Theater.
The Caldwell Kids are back with a tribute to the top songs of all time. You’ll hear rock ’n’ roll, pop, even a little bit of country as they salute the best of the best.
Accompanied by the fabulous Caldwell Collective band, all together in the historic Cactus Theater.
Tickets for this show are $25 for floor and standard balcony; and $50 for balcony box seats, which include concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
George Lopez brings comedy to Lubbock
Comedian George Lopez brings his Alllriiiighhttt, Texas! tour to the Helen Devitt Jones Theater of Buddy Holly Hall at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9.
Lopez is a Mexican-American comedian and actor. He is known for starring in his self-produced ABC sitcom "George Lopez". His stand-up comedy examines race and ethnic relations, including Mexican American culture.
Lopez has received several honors for his work and contributions to the Latino community, including the 2003 Imagen Vision Award, the 2003 Latino Spirit Award for Excellence in Television and the National Hispanic Media Coalition Impact Award. He was also named one of "The Top 25 Hispanics in America" by Time magazine in 2005.
Tickets range from $45.50 to $95.50 (plus taxes and fees). VIP tickets are also available.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit buddyhollyhall.com
Fabulous Thunderbirds to rock Cactus
The Fabulous Thunderbirds bring their classic, Texas rock to the Cactus Theater at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9.
For more than 30 years, The Fabulous Thunderbirds have been the quintessential American band. The group’s distinctive and powerful sound, influenced by a diversity of musical styles, manifested itself into a unique musical hybrid via such barnburners as “Tuff Enuff” and “Wrap It Up”.
Co-founder Kim Wilson, the sole original member, still spearheads the group as it evolves into its newest incarnation.
Reserved seat tickets are $40 for rows A-F; $35 for rows G-M; $30 for standard balcony; and $70 for balcony box seats, which include concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Nunn to perform at Cactus
Texas legend and Brownfield native Gary P Nunn is set to perform at 7:30 Saturday, Aug. 10, at Cactus Theater.
As a founding father of the progressive country music scene in Austin, Texas, in the 1970s, Gary P. Nunn helped change the face of popular music. With a career spanning half a century – and no plans for stopping anytime soon - Nunn is a proud ambassador for the state of Texas, singing about his love of everything Texas in dance halls around the state and on concert stages around the world.
Nunn has released 17 albums, writen more than 200 songs and earned multiple gold and platinum records for writing, publishing and performing.
Reserved seat tickets are $50 for a pre-show meet and greet VIP and seating in first two rows; $35 for floor rows C-G; $30 for rows H-M; $25 for standard balcony; and $70 for balcony box seats, which include concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Flores brings comedy to Hub City
Ken Flores brings his Sorry for the Weight tour to Lubbock at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, in the Crickets Theater of Buddy Holly Hall.
Tickets for this show range from $26.50 to $46.50 (plus taxes and fees).
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit buddyhollyhall.com
'True West' to be staged at Crickets Theater
The Crickets Theater of Buddy Holly Hall will host the production of "True West" at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Aug. 23-24.
"True West" is a story about struggle in modern America. A longing for Family, Brotherhood and identity that’s told through the perspective of two brothers.
It shines a light on the American dream and how it doesn’t always turn out as one would hope for.
"Revealing how the long term effects of trying to make it take its toll on all of us. Family isn’t what we decide and the burdens of our predecessors are placed on us unwillingly.
"True West" is a story about the Old West that’s filled with gunslingers, outlaws, nomads and coyotes. Versus the New West that’s filled with smog, traffic, business suits and crickets. This play is meant to hold a mirror and ask what is really important in our lives.
Tickets for this production range from $32.50 to $39 (plus taxes and fees).
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit buddyhollyhall.com
This article originally appeared on Lubbock Avalanche-Journal: Lubbock entertainment in brief