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THEATER

“Shrek the Musical Jr.”

Presented by Macon Little Theatre and the Academy of the Performing Arts. Tickets are available at the door and online. Macon Little Theatre, 4220 Forsyth Road. $10 ages 18 and up, $5 children. maconlittletheatre.org. 7:30 p.m. June 17-18, 2:30 p.m. June 19.

Broadway Loves America

A tribute to America featuring company numbers, solos and audience singalong with a patriotic themes. Tickets are available at the door and online. Macon Little Theatre, 4220 Forsyth Road. $10 ages 18 and up, $5 children. maconlittletheatre.org. 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. July 2.

“The Addams Family Musical”

Macon Little Theatre, 4220 Forsyth Road. $20 adults, $15 seniors (60+), $10 students (ages 5-23). 478-477-3342 or 478-471-7529. maconlittletheatre.org. 8 p.m. July 8-9, 13-16; 2:30 p.m. July 10 and 17.

CLASSICAL MUSIC

Land of Lakes Choirboys

St. Joseph Catholic Church, 830 Poplar St. Free. 478-745-1631, extension 120. 7:30 p.m. June 17.

Music and the Arts at Vineville

The Annie Moses Band. Vineville Methodist Church, 2045 Vineville Ave. $10. 478-745-3331. 4 p.m. June 26.

“Songs of the Summer”

Macon Pops. City Auditorium, 415 First St. maconpops.com. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 26.

EXHIBITIONS

“The Long and Winding Road”

A judged exhibit featuring the work of Middle Georgia artists and a solo exhibit by John Robert Myers. Middle Georgia Art Association Gallery, 2330 Ingleside Ave. Free. 478-744-9557. middlegeorgiaart.org. Noon-5 p.m. June 10.

“Skin Deep: A Collection of Abstract Nudes”

An exhibit by Priscilla Esser. Travis Jean, 522 Cherry St. Free. travisjean.com. 478-508-3382. On display through June 30.

“Lens Expeditions”

Featuring the photography of Teresa Blaxton. Part of Music and Arts at Vineville. Vineville Methodist Church, 2045 Vineville Ave. Free. 478-745-3331. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday through June.

Math Alive!

An interactive math and science exhibit designed to bring to life video games, sports, fashion, music, robotics and more. Part of Raytheon’s MathMovesU educational program. Museum of Aviation, Ga. 2476 at Russell Parkway, Warner Robins. museumofaviation.org. On display through July 4.

Great Balls of Fire: Comets, Asteroids and Meteors

The exhibition includes interactive and multimedia experiences where visitors play the role of explorers-in-training. Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. Free with museum admission, $5-$10. 478-477-3232. masmacon.org. June 10-Sept. 11.

“Tasteful Visions”

Featuring works by members of the Ocmulgee Painters Society. Macon Arts Alliance, 486 First St. Free. maconartsalliance.org. 478-743-6940. On display through June 24.

Living in Color: Haitian Art

Featuring selected paintings from the collection of Darrie and Larry Schlesinger. Among the Haitian artists represented are Levoy Exil and LaFortune Felix. Tubman Museum, 310 Cherry St. tubmanmuseum.com. On display through June 25.

David Gaither: Growth and Expansion

David Gaither is an Atlanta-based artist known for his expansive paintings that combine bright colors with innovative shapes. Collections Gallery, Tubman Museum, 310 Cherry St. tubmanmuseum.com. Through July 23.

Science on a Sphere

A room-size, global display system that uses computers and video projectors to display planetary data onto a 6-foot diameter sphere, similar to a giant animated globe. Presented in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. Free with museum admission, $5-$10. 478-477-3232. masmacon.org. Ongoing.

Origami Interpretations

An exhibit of vibrant paintings, sculptures and prints by Gloria Garfinkel. Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. Free with museum admission, $5-$10. 478-477-3232. masmacon.org. July 1-Oct. 16.

Junior Duck Stamp Competition Winners

Award-winning watercolors by Georgia students from kindergarten-12th grade. Elam Alexander Gallery, Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. Free with museum admission, $5-$10. 478-477-3232. masmacon.org. July-August.

D-Day Exhibition

The interactive exhibition tells the story of the 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, the 61st and 442nd Troop Carrier Groups that ferried them to Normandy, France, and the 325th Glider Regiment that fought alongside them. Museum of Aviation, Ga. 247 at Russell Parkway, Warner Robins. Free. 478-926-6870. museumofaviation.org. Ongoing.

AUDITIONS

“The Odd Couple”

A comedy by Neil Simon. Directed by John Freeman. Production dates: Aug. 26-Sept. 4. Needed are six males, two females. Macon Little Theatre, 4220 Forsyth Road. maconlittletheatre.org. 7:30 p.m. July 10-11.

Middle Georgia Concert Band

Membership is open to all wind and percussion players ages 17 and older. Tattnall Square Academy band room, Trojan Trail off Wesleyan Drive. For more information, visit middlegeorgiaconcertband.org or call 478-784-0541. 7-9 p.m. Mondays.

ET CETERA

“Macon the Stage”: Lyrical Canvases

Visual artists will create to the rhythmic flow of poetry, song, monologues or live music on drawing canvases. Benefits summer scholarships for youth to attend local cultural arts programs. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $5. 478-254-0277. landmindz.org/maconexpo. 8 p.m. June 10.

“Macon the Stage”: Youth Unplugged

Local youth ages 7-17 will exhibit various talents. Benefits summer scholarships for youth to attend local cultural arts programs. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Free. 478-254-0277. landmindz.org/maconexpo. 2 p.m. June 11.

“Macon the Stage”: Reviving the Chitlin Circuit

This signature event features VIP viewing of upcoming artists highlighting and honoring legends through special vocal, comedy and theatrical performances. The segment is also coupled with a grand theatrical prologue that provides a historical overview by Valerie “Ms. Val” Davis, master storyteller. Benefits summer scholarships for youth to attend local cultural arts programs. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. $25. 478-254-0277. landmindz.org/maconexpo. 7 p.m. June 11.

“Macon the Stage”: Professional Seminar

An in-depth mini-seminar around the art of business. Benefits summer scholarships for youth to attend local cultural arts programs. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Free. 478-254-0277. landmindz.org/maconexpo. 1 p.m. June 11.

Call for Artists: “Yellow”

A judged exhibit open to all Middle Georgia artists 18 or older and out of high school. Deadline to enter is 5 p.m. June 14. Prospectus and entry forms are available on our website or by calling or emailing the gallery. The exhibit will be on display June 17-July 8. Middle Georgia Art Association Gallery, 2330 Ingleside Ave. middlegeorgiaart.org. 478-744-9557. middlegeorgiaart@bellsouth.net. Gallery hours: noon-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, noon-3 p.m. Saturday.

Cultural Awards

Recognizing individuals, organizations and businesses that have made significant contributions to the arts and cultural life of Middle Georgia. Nominations are accepted from the community annually and an independent panel selects each year’s honorees. Nominations will be accepted through Aug. 17. Free. maconartsalliance.org. 478-743-6940. Awards ceremony at Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 6 p.m. Oct. 25.

Heart of Georgia Barbershop Chorus

Come and listen or join in the singing. Christ United Methodist Church Choir Room (administration building in the back of church), 511 Russell Parkway, Warner Robins. hogchorus@gmail.com. 478-345-7464. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Monday.

Sketching

Bring a sketchbook and pencils and practice portrait drawing. Gallery of Fine Art, 2507c Moody Road, Warner Robins. Free. Leslie Hoops-Wallace, 478-396-9198 or unicornsquest@hotmail.com. 6-7 p.m. Tuesday.

Sweet Georgia Sound Show Chorus

7 p.m. Tuesday, Riverside United Methodist Church, 735 Pierce Ave. Singing lesson and first month of membership is free. 478-922-2541.

Mercer University Pipes and Drums

Lessons and rehearsal. No musical experience required. Pipe, drum lessons for interested community members. Room 109, Willet Science Center, Mercer University. Free. mercerpipesdrums.com. Jack.Mahaney@mercer.edu. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday

This story was originally published June 9, 2016 at 9:00 PM with the headline "Arts Calendar."

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