Theater review: ‘Les Miserables’ at the Majestic Theatre

Now playing at the Majestic Theatre is the Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, ‘Les Misérables.’ The musical based on Victor Hugo’s classic is set in 19th-century France and follows the lives of different characters as they search for redemption and revolution and is a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. It runs through Sunday September 22 and tickets, which are going fast, start $49.50 through Ticketmaster online, by phone at 1-800-982-2787 or by visiting the Majestic Box Office. Performance times are 7:30p.m. through Thursday; 8p.m. on Friday; 2p.m. and 8p.m. Saturday and 2p.m and 7:30p.m. on Sunday.

‘Les Misérables’ begins with a Prologue set in 1815 Digne where, after 19 years on the chain gang, Jean Valjean (Nick Cartell), known as prisoner number 24601, finds that because he must openly identify himself as an ex-con, he will always be an outcast. “Soliloquy” The only one who shows Valjean any kindness is the Bishop of Digne (Andrew Maughan) and he repays him by stealing some silver. He is caught but the Bishop lies to the police to save him and he uses this chance to start his life over. Eight years pass and Valjean, after he broke parole and changed his name, is now a factory owner and Mayor. When one of this workers, Fantine (Mary Kate Moore), who was unjustly fired, “At The End of the Day” ends up on the streets and badly injured, he demands that instead of being arrested, she be taken to the hospital. On her deathbed, Valjean promises to take care of her young daughter Cosette. “Fantine’s Death”

Nine years later in Paris, Javert (Josh Davis) saves Valjean and Cosette (Jillian Butler) from a street gang but does not recognize Valjean until he is gone. There is unrest in the city because the popular leader General Lamarque, who is sympathetic to the poor, is near death. Upon his death, a group of politically-minded students stir up a revolution on the streets. “The People’s Song” One of those students is Marius (Joshua Grosso) who is smitten with Cosette. The students build a barricade but they are all killed during the ensuing fighting, except Marius, who is saved by Valjean. Him and Cosette get married “Wedding Chorale” and she learns the truth about her past from an old Valjean before he dies.

The night started off promising with the powerful voices of the opening numbers by the Company and Valjean’s “Soliloquy.” Given that most of the performances are serious numbers, “Master of the House” was well received and the audience visibly relaxed during the comedy relief of Thénardier (Jimmy Smagula) and his wife (Allison Guinn). Most impressive was the scenery, which is inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo and this includes a realistic looking fall when Javert commits suicide by throwing himself into the Seine. From the inspiring moments of “One Day More” to the heartbreaking death of Valjean, the opening night of ‘Les Misérables’ was a good start of its run at the Majestic Theatre. It is breath taking and inspirational and a must-see production for fans and newbies alike. Be advised that the show begins promptly at 7:30p.m. Late comers will be allowed but will have to wait until end of the Prologue, approximately 14 minutes into the show.

Theater review: ‘Romeo and Juliet’ at The Classic Theatre

joshnalyxs — Josh Davis and Alyx Gonzales as Romeo and Juliet. Photo: Siggi Ragnar, used with permission.

Now playing at The Classic Theatre of San Antonio is ‘Romeo and Juliet.’ It runs through Sunday September 29 with showtimes on Friday and Saturday at 8p.m. and Sunday at 3p.m. Tickets are $33 for general admission, $29 for senior, military, educator or SATCO, and $18 for student and are available online or at the box office by calling (210) 589-8450. Written by William Shakespeare and directed by Joe Goscinski, this is one of Shakespeare’s most famous stories and revolves around two star-crossed lovers in the depths of forbidden love despite an ancient family feud

‘Romeo and Juliet’ is set in Verona, Italy and begins with an argument on the street between Montague and Capulet servants who, like their masters, are sworn enemies. It is broken up by Prince Escalus of Verona (Torrence White) who warns them that disturbance of the peace is punishable by death. Count Paris (Gabriel Maldonado) wants to marry Juliet (Alyx Gonzales) but Capulet (Gabriel Itzcoatl Luera) asks him to wait another two years and invites him to a ball the Capulet family is hosting. Romeo (Josh Davis) has a crush on Rosaline, one of Capulet’s nieces, so Benvolio (Laura Boyd) persuads him to attend the Capulet ball so they can meet. Instead, Romeo meets and is instantly smitten with Juliet. Despite being from feuding families, the two fall passionately in love and convince Friar Laurence (Carolyn Provencher) to marry them. He agrees in the hopes of reconciling the families through their children’s marriage.

With increasing pressure to marry Paris, Juliet visits the Friar for help and he offers her a potion that will temporarily put her in a deathlike coma. She takes the potion the night before her wedding to Paris and when she is discovered “dead,” she is laid in the family crypt. Romeo does not receive word of Juliet’s plan in time, so when he learns of her death, he is heart broken and after buying poison from an apothecary, he rushes to the Capulet crypt. Believing Juliet to be dead, he takes the poison and when Juliet awakens and sees him dead besides her, she stabs herself with Romeo’s dagger and joins him in death. In the end, the families do reconcile, but it is by their children’s deaths and not their marriage. They agree to end their feuding ways.

There is something unique about experiencing Shakespeare at The Classic Theatre. The intimate theater setting combined with the talented cast makes the classics accessible to everyone, from newbies to seasoned fans. This is especially true for ‘Romeo and Juliet.’ Shakespeare’s most famous tragedy examines the universal theme of love, but it also experiments with fate, chance and predetermination. By calling the couple “star-crossed lovers,” is their love predetermined by the stars but also doomed to eventually fail because they are from feuding families? The contemporary setting makes these themes relevant to modern times. Kudos to the costume designer for using monogrammed clothing so it is easier to distinguish the Montagues from the Capulets. Josh Davis and Alyx Gonzales have a magnetic stage presence and chemistry that brings Romeo and Juliet hauntingly to life. But it is Josh’s performance during the famous “balcony scene” that makes the audience truly feel the depth of the love he feels toward Juliet. Nick Lawson is excellent as Mercutio, Romeo’s close friend; his animated performance makes the often difficult dialogue easier to understand. ‘Romeo and Juliet’ is a classic that never goes out of style and is now, more than ever, applicable to our times. It is a must-see production that should be experienced more than once.

*Special Student Performances — September 19 and 26, 2019 at 7p.m. School groups can register for this program online.

Movie adaptation: ‘The Goldfinch’ by Donna Tartt

Donna Tartt is an American author best known for the novels “The Secret History,” “The Little Friend” and “The Goldfinch.” She won the WH Smith Literary Award for “The Little Friend” in 2003 and the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for “The Goldfinch” in 2014. The latter is the coming-of-age story of 13 year-old Theodore Decker, who survives a terrorist bombing at an art museum where his mother dies. The movie adaptation is now in theaters and stars Ansel Elgort as Theodore. It is directed by John Crowley and written by Peter Straughan.

“The Goldfinch” is told is retrospective first person narration by Theodore “Theo” Decker. His life is turned upside down during a trip to the Metropolitan Museum of Art with his mother and she is tragically killed when a bomb explodes in the museum. They were there to see an exhibition of Dutch masterpieces, including a favorite painting of hers, Carel Fabritius’ The Goldfinch, which Theo takes with him during his panicked escape. Abandoned by his father, he goes to live with the family of a wealthy friend but he feels out of place and is constantly tormented by memories of his mother. Through it all, he clings to the one thing that reminds him of her, the painting. Throughout the years, it becomes a source of hope for him as he descends into a world of crime.

Theater review: ‘Dreamgirls’ at the Woodlawn Theatre

Now playing at the Woodlawn Theatre is ‘Dreamgirls,’ the musical about the aspirations of a female singing trio and their amazing journey from Chicago to the Apollo Theatre where they meet a would-be manager and begin their musical journey of fame, love, betrayal and friendship that spans a decade. This is the final weekend to catch this fabulous production but unfortunately the last three showtimes are sold out. Please call the box office at 210-267-8388 for additional ticket information. Through Sunday, the theater is still accepting donations of pre-paid gift cards for The Renaissance Guild. The Renaissance Guild is San Antonio’s premier black theatre company whose purpose is to promote diversity through theater.

In ‘Dreamgirls,’ the story begins in Harlem, New York where The Dreamettes, a hopeful black girl group from Chicago, enter the famous Amateur Night competition at the Apollo Theater in 1962 “I’m Looking For Something, Baby.” The group consists of lead singer Effie White (Naomi Williams Johnson) and her best friends Deena Jones (LaToya Chenelle Crawford) and Lorrell Robinson (Janecia Stevenson). They do not win that night, but backstage they meet Curtis Taylor, Jr. (Bradley Freeman) who becomes The Dreamettes’ manager. Curtis convinces James Thunder Early (Darcell Bios), a popular R&B star, to hire The Dreamettes as backup singers. Their first performance is a success “Fake Your Way to the Top” but Jimmy wants more. They achieve fame but as the years go by, complications arise, as they often do, and the lineup changes and so does the music. Effie is replaced as the lead singer and she goes her own way. In the end, she reunites with The Dreamettes, now the Dreams, for their final concert to sing together one more time. “Hard to Say Goodbye, (My Love).”

The Woodlawn Theatre brings down the house with this high energy production bursting with music, dancing and drama. Typical of the music industry, The Dreamettes transition from unknowns to super stardom which leads to shifting careers and difficult personal relationships. It contains the universal themes of family, love and friendship and proves once more that true friendship withstands the test of time and triumphs despite life’s ups and downs. Motown fans are in for a treat as the best of the 60s and 70s R&B and soul are represented on the stage throughout the show. The brilliant comedic stylings of Darcell Bios as James Thunder Early keeps the audience laughing between the dramatic scenes. Show highlights include “Fake Your Way to the Top” by Jimmy and The Dreamettes, “(And I’m Telling You) I’m Not Going” by Effie, Deena, Lorrell, Michelle and Ensemble (Naomi Williams Johnson’s performance is heartbreaking) and the title song “Dreamgirls” by Deena, Effie and Lorrell. The extremely talented cast works well together and the gorgeous costumes are to die for. Overall, ‘Dreamgirls’ is a nostalgic look back at the early days of Motown will appeal to all ages. It is definitely a must-see production.

Tickets for ‘Blue Man Group Speechless Tour’ go on sale Friday

bluemangroup19 — The ‘Blue Man Group Speechless Tour’ will play at the Majestic Theatre in November. Photo: Blue Man Group, used with permission.

Blue Man Group returns to the Majestic Theatre this November and individual tickets for the San Antonio engagement, part of the North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio 2019-2020 season, will go on sale at 10a.m. Friday, September 13. The ‘Blue Man Group Speechless Tour’ features new and original compositions, acts and instruments alongside iconic Blue Man Group moments based in joy, art, music, laugher and escapist absurdity. They will play five performances Friday November 22 through Sunday November 24. Performance times are 8p.m. on Friday; 2p.m. and 8p.m., Saturday and at 2p.m. and 7:30p.m. on Sunday. Tickets start at $40 and are available online, by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-982-2787 or by visiting the Majestic Box Office. The Majestic Box Office does not accept single ticket orders over the phone; all ticket sales must be made in person. Orders for groups of 10 or more may be placed by calling (210) 226-5967. (Broadway in San Antonio, 2019)

It is the same blue but the rest is new at this interactive experience perfect for the whole family. The Blue Man characters embark on a fresh journey of discovery, the result of more than 27 years spent observing humanity. The tour features material that fosters communal moments, continues the evolution of tube-based instruments to support all new music and includes large-scale audience participation. Blue Man Group is the global entertainment phenomenon, known for its award-winning theatrical productions, iconic characters and multiple creative explorations. The performances are euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, comedy and non-verbal communication.

Since debuting at New York’s Astor Place Theatre in 1991, the live show has expanded to additional domestic residencies in Boston, Chicago, Las Vegas and Orlando, an international residency in Berlin and multiple North American and World tours, reaching more than 35 million people worldwide. Blue Man Group is universally appealing to a broad range of age groups and cultural backgrounds. The ‘Blue Man Group Speechless Tour’ will debut a trailblazing new audio experience by L-ISA, providing audiences with a vivid sound quality never heard in a theatrical setting.

Majestic Theatre
224 E. Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-3333

Harlequin announces OutStander Award winners

jaclynkenyon — Jaclyn Kenyon will be performing at the Harlequin Feel Good Day on October 5 at the Omni La Mansion Del Rio. Courtesy photo: used with permission.

Harlequin announces the OutStander Award winners to be honored at Feel Good Day next month. First Lady of San Antonio Erika Prosper Nirenberg will help present the awards on Saturday, October 5, to six individuals who champion good causes and improve the quality of life in our community. Those being honored are: April Ancira, Millennial Groundbreaker; Kathy Armstrong, Cultural Champion; Ande McBay, Person of Positivity; Amy Palmer, Harlequin Hometown Hero; Isabel Torres, Personal of Positivity; and Laura Vaccaro, Women United Community Catalyst, United Way. (Harlequin, 2019)

Millennial Groundbreaker – April Ancira “goes big” for one lucky non-profit each year and has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for the American Heart Association, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Brighton Center, ALS, Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, Cystic Fibrosis Association and Family Services.

Cultural Champion – Kathy Armstrong is an advocate for the arts as a curator, director and participant in the cultural scene of San Antonio. She has put the Luminaria Contemporary Arts Festival on San Antonio’s cultural map, showcasing innovative contemporary art to more than twenty thousand festival attendees each year.

Person of Positivity – Ande McBay, the self-proclaimed military “brat,” has overcome numerous personal and medical challenges to become the first Deaf female Executive Chef in San Antonio and co-founded the Ladies’ Raspa and Adventuring Society and the Dames Who Dine.

Harlequin Hometown Hero – Amy Palmer is a veteran of the Armed Forces who has committed her post-Air Force work to supporting those on the front lines through Soldiers’ Angels. Palmer has spearheaded the creation of a Veteran Internship Program at Soldiers’ Angels to help military service members transition to civilian life and learn more about nonprofit management.

Personal of Positivity – Isabel Torres, after the loss of her six-year-old daughter Gabriella, founded the Gabriella’s Smile Foundation to support families who are battling with childhood cancers. Through the Foundation, Torres sets out to give families a reason to smile while coping with the challenges of grief and loss.

Women United Community Catalyst – United Way winner Laura Vaccaro is an active fundraiser for the MS Society, American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association and Girl Scouts. Her valuable leadership and ambitious fundraising goals has earned respect within the United Way family of volunteers.

Harlequin Feel Good Day San Antonio is set for 10:30a.m. to 6p.m., Saturday, October 5 at the Omni La Mansion Del Rio. All guests will receive a SWAG BAG filled with inspiring gifts valued at $200. Harlequin, a leading publisher of romance and women-centric literature for nearly seven decades, is bringing its powerhouse community to San Antonio for a day of Feel Good programing and community building that celebrates and explores what makes women feel their best, do their best and be their best selves. Jaclyn Kenyon will be the musical performer for the day.

“I believe these women deserve to have their passion, commitment and outstanding achievements recognized not just in our city, but on a national and international scale. I am excited to be a part of the Harlequin Feel Good Movement showcasing San Antonio and our residents to a global community.”- Erika Prosper Nirenberg

Inaugural acoustic music series at Richter Goods

listenflyer — The acoustic music series kicks off this Thursday. Photo: Richter Goods, used with permission.

Music lovers are invited to come and experience an intimate and eclectic music series titled Listen, a three-part music series, launching at Richter Goods on Thursday September 12, 2019. (Richter Goods, 2019)

Listen is an acoustic music series where Texas musicians are presented in a quiet and intimate pop-up concert. Fingerstyle guitarist and songwriter Adam Ahrens will host all three nights serving as emcee and performing in the first set of each show. The series will take place Thursdays on September 12, October 3, and November 14 with Richter Goods housing all three evenings that will shine a light on Texas acoustic musical talent and original music. Performances will be acoustic, intimate and the setting designed for quality listening in a unique atmosphere. Featured musicians include Vanessa Del Fierro, Azul Barrientos and Emily Gimble.

Tickets are $10 but space is limited, so guests are encouraged to reserve seats through advance payment via PayPal. If tickets remain, they will be available at the door. Desert Door Sotol will provide tastings prior to the show and during intermission.

Schedule:
September 12 – 9p.m. Adam Ahrens | 10p.m. Vanessa Del Fierro
October 3 – 9p.m. Adam Ahrens | 10p.m. Azul Barrientos
November 14 – 9p.m. Adam Ahrens | 10p.m. Emily Gimble

Richter Goods is a clothing company based in San Antonio and was founded by owner Mario Guajardo in 2011. The retail store designs small-batch men’s products, manufactured in-house using premium specialty fabrics – finished with details from the west.

Richter Goods
2202 Broadway St
San Antonio, TX 78215

Go Orange to fight hunger at Whataburger this month

WhatanightStory — September is Hunger Action Month. Photo: Whataburger, used with permission.

This week, Whataburger announced their partnership with the San Antonio Food Bank for the tenth consecutive year. The goals is to fight hunger and raise awareness for SA Goes Orange, a month-long campaign during Hunger Action Month in September. (Whataburger, 2019)

From September 1 through 30, Whataburger will host a month-long fundraiser to raise money for the Food Bank. Customers who visit any Bexar County and New Braunfels Whataburger restaurant during that timeframe and donate at least $1 will receive a thank-you coupon good for a free Whataburger with purchase of a medium fry and 32-ounce drink on their next visit. Upcoming SA Goes Orange events include the September 14 and September 28 Volunteer Days at the Food Bank.

Whataburger has been making burgers since 1950 when Harman Dobson opened a humble hamburger stand in Corpus Christi, Texas. He wanted customers to take one bite and say, “What a burger” so he named his stand on Ayers St “Whataburger.” Whataburger now has over 700 locations across the country and continues to deliver fresh, made to order meals every day with superior customer service. Community support includes charitable giving and volunteerism to nonprofit organizations that focus on children’s charities, cancer research, hunger assistance, disaster relief and military support.

The San Antonio Food Bank is a 501c3 non-profit organization providing millions of pounds of food to over 500 charitable organizations in Southwest Texas serving those in need. In addition to food distribution, the San Antonio Food Bank provides numerous programs that not only solve the immediate problems of hunger, but help individuals and families gain long-term food security.

Fall pop-up series at the Pearl

mironcrosbyboots — Miron Crosby, a boot brand from Dallas, will be one of the pop-up events coming up at the Pearl. Photo: Miron Crosby, used with permission.

Pearl is thrilled to announce three new pop-up experiences coming to Pearl’s Dielmann Building this fall. The series will feature curated brands made in San Antonio and Dallas and offer locals another unique shopping opportunity as each will occupy the space for about a month. (Pearl, 2019)

The Dielmann Building, formerly the Il Sogno space, will host retails shops Miron Crosby, Period Modern and a contemporary design studio by Peter Glassford and Isabel Moncada. Miron Crosby, a bespoke boot brand from Dallas, will take over the space, followed by Period Modern, a brand offering hand-selected vintage and authentic Danish mid-century furniture. The pop-up series will close with a contemporary Mexican design showcase of vibrant fashion, jewelry, textiles, leather goods and furniture from Guadalajara-based Peter Glassford and Isabel Moncada.

The pop-up schedule at Pearl includes:

Miron Crosby – September 12 through October 12 open from 10a.m. to 6p.m.

Sisters Lizzie Means Duplantis and Sarah Means are the force behind Miron Crosby, a bespoke boot brand with a flagship store in Dallas’ Highland Park Village. Miron Crosby is inspired by the sisters’ experiences of growing up on their family’s West Texas cattle ranch and later living and working in New York City. Their artisanal boots for women, men and children are hand-lasted in Texas by Rios of Mercedes, a 160-year-old manufacturer and cousins of the Means sisters. Their line features the iconic tall cowboy boot, the popular shorty and the novel midi-boot.

Period Modern – October 15 through November 24

Period Modern hand selects mid-century modern classics with pieces by Harry Bertoia, Finn Juhl, Adrian Pearsall, Hans Wegner, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, George Nelson and Vladimir Kagan. Artwork showcased at Period Modern includes many mid-century artists and several local artists.

Hello Diseño Mexico – November 29 through January 9

Guadalajara-based Peter Glassford and Isabel Moncada will showcase contemporary Mexican design with a vibrant mix of fashion, jewelry, tabletop, leather goods, and furniture. The pop-up will introduce San Antonio to the booming contemporary design scene in Guadalajara, which is well known to the world but underexposed in San Antonio.

“Pearl loves collaborating with unique brands that reference regional sensibilities. We’re excited to utilize the space to showcase small businesses and expand our retail footprint.”- Elizabeth Fauerso, Pearl’s chief marketing officer

The Dielmann Building
200 E Grayson St, Ste 100
San Antonio, TX 78215

Fall and Winter happenings at the Pearl

pearlatnight — Upcoming events at the Pearl include a Labor Day Party and a Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Festival. Photo: Nick Simonite, used with permission.

Pearl recently announced its campus-wide programming for fall and winter of 2019. Kicking off the fall with Labor Day, Pearl will host numerous family-friendly events including the Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Festival, Dia de los Muertos, Holiday Night Markets, Posada and more. (Pearl, 2019)

Labor Day Party
In celebration of Labor Day, Pearl Park will host a relaxing evening filled with food, music and fun on Monday, September 2 from 5p.m. to 8p.m. Bud’s Southern Rotisserie will offer their specialty beignets and wings for purchase during the evening for guests to enjoy while listening to the musical stylings of Big Cedar Fever. The event is free and open to the public with food and drink available for purchase at The Bottling Department and Southerleigh’s oyster bar.

National Voter Registration Day at Pearl
In honor of National Voter Registration Day, Pearl will host League of Women Voters of the San Antonio Area, a nonpartisan organization dedicated to informed and active participation in government, to encourage voter registration and civic engagement. On Tuesday, September 24 from 6p.m. to 8 p.m. the League of Women Voters of the San Antonio Area will have a booth at the Bottling Department where visitors can register to vote and learn about civic engagement. There will also be food and drink specials by the Bottling Department tenants and a specialty made cake by Bakery Lorraine. The event will be free and open to the public with food and drink available for purchase.

Pop-Ups at Pearl
Pearl is excited to announce three new pop-up experiences coming to Pearl’s Dielmann Building this fall. The Dielmann Building, located in the old Il Sogno space, will host retails shops Miron Crosby, Period Modern and a contemporary design studio by Peter Glassford and Isabel Moncada. Miron Crosby, a bespoke boot brand from Dallas, will take over the space, followed by Period Modern, a brand offering hand-selected vintage and authentic Danish mid-century furniture. The pop up space will close with a contemporary design showcase of vibrant fashion, jewelry, tabletops, leather goods and furniture ranging from practical to extravagant by Peter Glassford and Isabel Moncada. The pop up schedule at Pearl includes:

Miron Crosby | September 12 – October 12
Period Modern | October 15 – November 24
Peter Glassford | November 26 – January 9

Mariachi Lab
Join Pearl for its third annual Mariachi Lab, a showcase of mariachi talent from across San Antonio on Sunday, September 15 from 4p.m. to 8p.m. The event will kick off at Pearl Farmers Market with performances by the Guadalupe Mariachi Academy and the legendary Mariachi Campanas de America with youth performances and the main showcase to follow. Mariachi Lab will close with headliner and San Antonio-native Stephanie Urbina Jones. The event is free and open to the public with food and drink available for purchase at The Bottling Department and Southerleigh’s oyster bar.

Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Festival
Pearl, in partner with The Texas Butterfly Ranch, is proud to host the fourth annual Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Festival on Sunday, October 20 from 10a.m. to 2p.m. Promising a weekend of science, education and fun, the festival will celebrate the Monarch Butterfly’s majestic migration through Texas on their way to Mexico to roost for the winter. The event will include a people for pollinators parade, monarch butterfly tagging, educational demonstrations, live music and the world debut of the Waggle Dance at noon.

Dia de los Muertos
Pearl honors the lives of lost loved ones with the third annual celebration of Dia de los Muertos November 1 and 2 from 5p.m. to 9p.m. Altars will be on display across Pearl property with live music, a procession, art making and more available for patrons to enjoy. Both days will feature traditional altars created by local and regional artists. The entire event is free and open to the public (costumes and face painting are encouraged).

First Thursday Night Market
First Thursday Night Market continues at Pearl for the fall. Visitors can continue to shop at their favorite local Farmers Market vendors and artisans while enjoying music and food from Pearl restaurants. Various music artists will perform at the night market this summer at Pearl Park from 5:30p.m. to 7:30p.m. and at Pearl Parkito from 4p.m. to 8p.m. This event is free and open to the public. The artist schedule at Pearl includes:

Thursday, September 5
- Pearl Parktio – Dos Mundos Guitar Duo
- Pearl Park – Aaron Prado
- Please join us in Larder from 5:30p.m. to 7:30p.m. to taste our select beers from Revolver Brewing. This will take place during September’s First Thursday Night Market at Pearl Park. This tasting is free and open to the public.
Thursday, October 3
- Pearl Parkito – Beau Rodriguez
- Pearl Park – Jose Amador & Terra Nova
Thursday, November 7
- Pearl Parkito – Paula Cortez
- Pearl Park – The Peterson Brothers

Holiday Night Markets
Starting Thursday, December 5 from 4p.m. to 8p.m., Pearl will bring back its popular Holiday Night Markets featuring Farmers Market and artisan vendors as well as festive live music. The Holiday Night Markets also include traditional culinary favorites like tamales, artisanal chocolates, and sweets. Vendors will vary each week. This event is free and open to the public. The Holiday Night Market schedule at Pearl includes:

December 5
December 12
December 19

Posada at Pearl
Inspired by the Mexican tradition of Las Posadas, Pearl hosts its third annual traditional Posada on Wednesday, December 18 from 6:30p.m. to 9p.m. Community members are invited to join the posada and become pilgrims traveling by candlelight. Las Posadas is a nine-day Christmas celebration in Mexico and Latin America, centered on the ritual re-enactment of Mary and Joseph’s quest to find lodging in Bethlehem. The evening includes live music, children’s crafts and traditional treats of buñuelos, tamales, and Mexican hot chocolate. This event is free and open to the public.

Chanukah
Pearl welcomes back the fifth annual holiday traditional Chanukah Menorah lighting celebration on Monday, December 23 from 6p.m. to 7:30p.m. The festivities at Pearl will bring the entire Jewish San Antonio community together in celebration of Chanukah. The Menorah at Pearl will be lit each evening of Chanukah. This event is free and open to the public.

Pearl
303 Pearl Pkwy
San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 212-7260

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