BirminghamDec. 3, 5-7:30 p.m.The Altamont SchoolAltamont English teacher Jim Palmer will read Truman Capote's holiday classic "A Christmas Memory" Dec. 3. This annual tradition was begun by former Altamont headmaster Martin Hames, who first read the story to his class at Pratt City School in 1958. A 5 p.m. reception will be followed by the reading at 5:30 p.m. in … [Read more...]
Kevin Cole Piano Concert
BirminghamDec. 2Temple Beth-ElPianist and vocalist Kevin Cole will perform the Great American Jewish Songbook, which includes pieces from George Gershwin, Jerome Kern, Irving Berlin and other 20th century Jewish composers. Cole has sold out shows at the Hollywood Bowl and Royal Albert Hall. The program is funded by the Brenda and Fred Friedman Foundation. For more … [Read more...]
Embellishments Holiday Concert
BirminghamDec. 2, 3 p.m.Birmingham Museum of ArtThe Embellishments Handbell Ensemble Holiday Concert will feature classic Christmas tunes including “Bugler's Holiday,” “Angels We Have Heard on High,” “Ukrainian Bell Carol Fantasy” and “Blue Christmas.” The concert is in Steiner Auditorium at the Birmingham Museum of Art. Admission and parking are free. … [Read more...]
Duncan Sheik Performance
BirminghamDec. 2, 8 p.m.WorkPlayDuncan Sheik will perform at WorkPlay in Birmingham Dec. 2. Tickets are $18 in advance or $20 the day of the show. There will be a $3 surcharge for patrons under 21. Tickets are available through www.workplay.com. … [Read more...]
Handel’s Messiah
HomewoodDec. 2, 6 p.m.Dawson Memorial Baptist ChurchThe Dawson Memorial Baptist Church Sanctuary Choir and Orchestra will perform Handel's "Messiah" for the Sunday evening worship service. The performance starts at 6 p.m. in the sanctuary. For more information, call 871-7324 or visit www.dawsonchurch.org. … [Read more...]