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Enjoy the enchanting

Enjoy the enchanting "Mozart by Candlelight" production featuring the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra

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Chamber II: Mozart by Candlelight, Jackson, MS

Cue the candle, music, and romance. Enchantment to your ears

by Judy Smith | January 25, 2012

Amid the flickering flames of an endless array of luminous candles, the enchanting melodies created by one of the world’s greatest composers swirls, dances, and steals your soul. What could be more captivating and romantic than enjoying the beautiful works of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart performed by the extraordinarily talented Mississippi Symphony Orchestra while you are ensconced in the enchanting warm glow of candlelight? Sound inviting? Well, that is just what you will …


Don't miss this Broadway hit about legendary Green Bay Packers' coach Vince Lombardi

Don't miss this Broadway hit about legendary Green Bay Packers' coach Vince Lombardi

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“Lombardi,” New Stage Theatre, Jackson, MS

Sports fans and non sports lovers will be uplifted and inspired by this production

by Judy Smith | January 22, 2012

This time of year, football seems to take center stage amidst the heat of the National Football League playoffs. But football is even taking over an unexpected arena—the theatre stage. In this new Broadway hit play, Lombardi, the remarkable life and amazing feats of the legendary Green Bay Packers’ coach Vince Lombardi are immortalized in this production.

The New Stage Theatre is proud to present Lombardi from …


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Last Call Sports Grill, Jackson, MS

Catch the big game and a great meal right here

by Judy Smith | January 18, 2012

If you’re looking for a great place to catch the big game on television or a cool place to hang out with your friends, then you’ve got to check out the Last Call Sports Grill. You’ll love to take in the sporting event of your choice in the comfortable confines of the indoors or hang out on the covered, heated outdoor patio.

The Last Call Sports Grill is a great …


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“A Night with General Andrew Jackson,” Old Capitol Museum, Jackson, MS

Be inspired by the immortal "Old Hickory"

by Judy Smith | January 15, 2012

“Any man worth his salt will stick up for what he believes right, but it takes a slightly better man to acknowledge instantly and without reservation that he is in error.”—Andrew Jackson

Those words are from the immortal and noble Andrew Jackson, seventh president of the United States of America. Jackson was an honorable compatriot who always stood up for his people and his beliefs, and he was always quick to acknowledge whenever he …


Don't miss the side-splitting production of

Don't miss the side-splitting production of "Monty Python's Spamalot" at Jackson's Thalia Mara Hall

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“Monty Python’s Spamalot,” Thalia Mara Hall, Jackson, MS

Here is a tale of King Arthur's quest for the Holy Grail that is unlike any other

by Judy Smith | January 11, 2012

“We (Knights of the Round Table) dine well here in Camelot,

We eat ham and jam and spam a lot.”

Lyrics from “Knights of the Round Table,” Spamalot

Jackson is fortunate to host one of the top comedy musical productions of all time, Monty Python’s Spamalot, brought to you by W. Kessler Ltd. The Best of Broadway series.  With plenty of great music, wonderful talent, and outrageous …


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Music in the City, Mississippi Museum of Art, Jackson, MS

Come enjoy some great music at a price that you just can't beat

by Judy Smith | January 08, 2012

If you’re looking for some great entertainment at a really great price, then look no further than the Music in the City events held at the Mississippi Museum of Art one Tuesday a month. The first one of the year will be held on Tuesday, January 17, 2012. Oh, yeah, we did mention that it was great music at a really great price. Well, this definitely won’t break your pocket book. The …


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