April

Through- Apr. 1
Best of U.S. Watercolor Painters: Invitational. Russell Hill Rogers Gallery, Navarro Campus. Southwest School of Art & Craft. 210-224-1848

Through- Apr. 1
Space Trek or The Search for Gilligan’s Planet. Performed on the Main Stage at the Alamo Street Theatre. Admission. 210-271-7791

Through- Apr. 2 
Jake’s Women. Neil Simon’s comedy starring Steven Stoli as Jake. The Steven Stoli Playhouse. Admission. 210-408-0116 http://www.stolientertainment.com

Through- Apr. 4 
Katz Picks Six: Watercolor in San Antonio. Exhibition features works by area watercolorists. San Antonio Art League Museum. Free. 210-223-1140 http://www.saalm.org

Through- Apr. 8
Island of the Blue Dolphins. Haunting tale by Scott O’Dell. Magik Children’s Theatre.  Admission. 210-227-2751 http://www.magiktheatre.org

Through- Apr. 8
Ain’t Misbehavin’. A "Fats" Waller musical review. The Josephine Theater. Admission  210-734-4646

Through - Apr. 14
Art Exhibit Curated by Frances Colpitt. University of Texas at San Antonio Art Gallery, University of Texas at San Antonio Main Campus. Free. 210-458-4391 http://cofah.utsa.edu/cofah/events.htm.

Through- Apr. 16
International Artist-in-Residence. Exhibitions by regional, U.S. and international contemporary artists to include Arturo Herrera, New York; Rebecca Holland, San Antonio; Tracey Rose, Johannesburg. Exhibit at ArtPace. 210-212-4900 http://www.artpace.org

Through- Apr. 16
Real Women Have Curves. A bilingual comedy about a full-figured owner of a small sweatshop in east Los Angeles. Guadalupe Theater. Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center. Admission. 210-271-3151 or 210-351-7787 http://www.guadalupeculturalarts.org

Through- May
Relicarios: Devotional Miniatures from Spain and the Americas. A selection of 50-60   reliquaries along with contextual photographs from the collection of Martha Egan. Golden Gallery. The San Antonio Museum of Art. 210-978-8100 http://www.sa-museum.org

Through- May 1
Texas Dialogues: Scenic Overlook. Scenic Overlook explores the collision of technology, 2 folklore, and spirituality in the work of Texas artists. Blue Star Art Space. Free. 210-227-6960 http://www.bluestar-art.org

Through- May 12
Border Facelifts by Luis Camnitzer. The artist will participate in a short residency that explores issues of "border aesthetics." Blue Star Art Space. Free. 210-227-6960 http://www.bluestar-art.org

Through- May 13
Niki Bonnett. Intricate fabric collages inspired by the architecture, grounds and spirit of Southwest School of Art & Craft. Ursuline Hallway Gallery, Ursuline Campus. Free. 210-224-1848

Apr.
Beautiful Fiesta Gowns of the Past. This official Fiesta event allows a close-up view of the exquisite beauty and craftmanship of Fiesta gowns. North Star Mall. Free. 210-340-6627 http://www.northstarmall.com

Apr.
Red Dot Art Sale. Blue Star’s annual fundraiser features over 150 local artists presenting their work for sale. Blue Star Art Space. Admission. 210-227-6960 http://www.bluestar-art.org

Apr.
Fusion Andina. Peruvian group plays authentic native Andes mountain music. Rivercenter Mall Lagoon. Free. 210-225-0000 http://www.shoprivercenter.com

Apr.
2000 Concert Series. Series of national acts performing in open air pavilion. Sunset Station. Admission. 210-222-9481 http://www.sunset-station.com

1
Anne of Green Gables. A musical adaptation of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic novel. Presented by Artspower National Touring Theatre. Empire Theatre. Children’s Fine Arts Series. Admission. 210-340-4060 http://www.childrensfineartseries.org

1
Mahler. Enjoy Mahler’s most classical symphony and Symphony No. 6 in A minor. Majestic Theatre. San Antonio Symphony Classical Series. Admission. 210-554-1010 http://www.sasymphony.org

1
Cinderella’s Wedding. Audience participates in Cinderella’s wedding and Prince Charming’s Ball. Woodlawn Center Ballroom. Wild Rose Youth Ranch. Admission. 210-736-1131

1
San Antonio Iguanas. Local CHL ice hockey team plays Topeka at Freeman Coliseum at 7:05 p.m. 210-227-4449

1-2
Starving Artist Art Show. Annual fundraiser to support the Little Church of La Villita’s ministry to the less fortunate of San Antonio. La Villita-Villita Assembly Building and River Walk. Admission. 210-226-3593

1-29
The Little Mermaid. Interactive play featuring the famous Little Mermaid. The Steven Stoli Playhouse. Admission. 210-408-0116 http://www.stolientertainment.com

2
Lowrider Festival. A family event featuring statewide cars and trucks in competition. Mateo Camargo Park. Centro Cultural Aztlán. Admission. 210-432-1896

3
The Magic School Bus-LIVE! A full-length, all new musical production: A Bright Idea by Scholastic as seen on Fox Kid’s Network. Majestic Theatre. Children’s Fine Arts Series. Admission. 210-340-4060 http://www.childrensfineartseries.org

5
San Antonio Spurs vs. Sacramento. 7:30 p.m. in the Alamodome. 210-554-7787

6-29
In Tandem. Two artists, Leslie J. Klein and Deborah Warlick, exhibit original artwear, accessories, and mixed media works. Textures Gallery. Free. 210-822-9727

7
First Friday. Blue Star hosts opening receptions for new and current exhibitions the first Friday of each month. Blue Star Art Space. Free. 210-227-6960 http://www.bluestar-art.org

7
First Friday Art Walk. Monthly art walk in artistically offbeat, historically upbeat arts district. Unique offering of artist receptions throughout Southtown in the King William area. South Alamo Street. Free. 210-222-1152 http://www.southtown.net

7
Seven Latino/Latina San Antonio Artists. A contemporary exhibit of artists who exemplify the local and traditional significance of Hispanic culture. Galeria Ortiz. Free. 210-225-0731 http://www.GaleriaOrtiz.com

7-9
San Antonio Highland Games & Celtic Festival. Scottish Highland games, music, dance competitions, clan tents, and Celtic vendors. Retama Polo Center (tentative). Admission. 210-684-0312 http://www.Irsconsulting.com/sahga.html

7-9
Cabaret. Musical production directed by Keith Cromwell. Stieren Arts Enrichment Series at Trinity University. 210-736-8406

7-15
Lennon. Performed on the Main Stage at the Alamo Street Theatre. Admission.    210-271-7791

7-23
Tartuffe. A comedy about family values. The Steven Stoli Playhouse. Admission. 210-408-0116 http://www.stolientertainment.com

Apr. 7- May 14
Nunsense. A hilarious talent show staged by the five sisters who survived Sister Julia’s  tainted vichyssoise. The San Pedro Playhouse. Admission. 210-733-7258

Apr. 7- May 26
70th Annual Artists Exhibition. Juried show of new works by area artists. San Antonio Art League Museum. Free. 210-223-1140 http://www.saalm.org

8-9
Viva Botanica! Family garden fair featuring plant sales, live entertainment and food booths. San Antonio Botanical Garden. Admission. 210-207-3255 http://www.sabot.org

10
Winters Chamber Orchestra. Concert performance of Brahms’ German Requiem with baritone Timothy Jones, soprano Linda McNeil and the San Antonio Choral Society. Motherhouse Chapel, University of the Incarnate Word. Free. 210-822-2284

12-15
Cabaret. Musical production directed by Keith Cromwell. Stieren Arts Enrichment Series at Trinity University. 210-736-8406

13
Celebration of Children’s Literature in Word and Song. The Children’s Chorus of San Antonio joins Gemini Ink - Readers’ Theatre with music. San Antonio Central Library. Free. 210-826-3447

13
San Antonio Spurs vs. Portland. 7:30 p.m. in the Alamodome. 210-554-7787

Apr. 13- May 27
All-School Exhibition 2000. Selected recent works of students, staff and faculty. Russell Hill  Rogers Gallery, Navarro Campus. Southwest School of Art & Craft. 210-224-1848

14
Concert by Valeri Grokhovski. Piano concert. Theater-Buena Vista Street Building, University of Texas at San Antonio Downtown Campus. Admission. 210-458-4354 http://cofah.utsa.edu/cofah/events.htm

14
Egg As An Object of Art Exhibit. A fine art exhibit featuring the mystical egg. Galeria Expresion/Centro Cultural Aztlán. Centro Cultural Aztlán. Free. 210-432-1896

14-15
Romeo and Juliet. Berlioz’s dramatic symphony regarded as one of the great achievements of the Romantic age. Majestic Theatre. San Antonio Symphony Classical Series. Admission. 210-554-1010 http://www.sasymphony.org

14-16
Picnic. University of the Incarnate Word theater production by William Inge. University of the Incarnate Word Coates Theatre. Admission. 210-829-3800 http://www.uiw.edu

15
Child’s Play. Concert by the Children’s Chorus of San Antonio in celebration of childhood in song. San Antonio Museum of Art. Admission. 210-826-3447

15
Fifth Annual San Antonio College Book Fair. Family-friendly event features readings by children’s authors, children’s activities, live music, booths for booksellers and food. San Antonio College (mall area by gym and planetarium). Free. 210-733-2147 http://www.accd.edu/sac

15
Easter Bunny Arrival. The Easter Bunny will be on hand during all mall hours. North Star Mall. Free. 210-340-6627 http://www.northstarmall.com

15
Denyce Graves in Recital. One of the latest American singers to achieve international acclaim. Empire Theatre. Carver Community Cultural Center. Admission. 210-207-2234

15
San Antonio Spurs vs. Utah. 7:30 p.m. in the Alamodome. 210-554-7787

16
Children’s Festival. Sponsored by the Paseo del Rio Association. Location to be announced. 210-227-4262

16
San Antonio Missions Baseball. San Antonio Missions play Midland at Wolff Stadium at 6:05 p.m. Admission. 210-675-7275 ext. 204 http://www.samissions.com

17
"The Cutting Edge" Fiesta Fashion Show. New York style runway that showcases student designs, and modeled by professionals. University of the Incarnate Word Convocation Center. Admission. 210-829-6001 http://www.uiw.edu

17
San Antonio Spurs vs. Vancouver. 7:30 p.m. in the Alamodome. 210-554-7787

17-19
San Antonio Missions Baseball. San Antonio Missions play Midland at Wolff Stadium at 7:05 p.m. Admission. 210-675-7275 ext. 204 http://www.samissions.com

18-19
The Very Quiet Cricket & The Very Hungry Caterpillar. The classic storybooks by Eric Carie in a "black light" production. By Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia. Empire Theatre. Children’s Fine Arts Series. Admission. 210-340-4060 http://www.childrensfineartseries.org

Apr. 18- May 27
Hank the Cowdog. Texas’ most famous dog. Magik Children’s Theatre/Beethoven Hall. Admission. 210-227-2751 http://www.magiktheatre.org

19
San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers. 7:00 p.m. in the Alamodome. 210-554-7787

20-22
San Antonio Missions Baseball. San Antonio Missions play El Paso at Wolff Stadium at 7:05 p.m. Admission. 210-675-7275 ext. 204 http://www.samissions.com

21
Passion Play. Annual reenactment begins at Market Square and ends at San Fernando Cathedral on Good Friday. Free. 210-227-1297 http://www.sanfernandocathedral.org

21-22
Fiesta Pops. Revisit the Cotton Club with amazing arrangements of Duke Ellington classics. Majestic Theatre. San Antonio Express-News Symphony Pops. Admission. 210-554-1010 http://www.sasymphony.org

Apr. 21 - July 4
Live Racing - Mixed Meet. Live racing at San Antonio’s Class I race track, displaying the  skills of both quarter horses and thoroughbreds. Retama Park. Admission. 210-651-7000 http://www.retamapark.com

22
St. Philip’s College Culture Fest. Multi-cultural festival of food, entertainment games and activities for kids. An official Fiesta event. St. Philip’s College. Free. 210-531-3200 http://www.accd.edu/spc

22-23
Fiesta Arts Fair. Some 130 selected artists, food, music and children’s art activities at this fundraiser. Southwest School of Art & Craft. Admission. 210-224-1848

22-23
A Taste of New Orleans. A totally festive Fiesta event featuring fabulous taste treats and fun for the entire family. A musical rainbow of jazz to zydeco. Sunken Garden Theater. San Antonio Zulu Association. Admission. 210-475-9304 or 210-475-9887

22-30
109th Fiesta San Antonio. A 9-day citywide celebration which includes exciting carnivals, spectacular sports, fantastic fireworks, lively entertainment, ethnic feasts, art exhibits and sparkling parades that glide down San Antonio’s river and streets. Commemorates San Antonio’s rich and diverse cultures. 210-227-5191 or 1-877-SA-FIESTA http://www.fiesta-sa.org

22-30
Fiesta del Mercado.
Market Square’s celebration of the Battle of San Jacinto. Market Square. Free. 210-207-8600

23
13th Annual Bowie Street Blues Festival. Presented by the Institute of Texan Cultures, Bowie Street Blues features the best blues artists that Texas has to offer. Institute of Texan Cultures. Admission. 210-458-2300 http://www.texancultures.utsa.edu

23
A Day in Old Mexico and Charreada. The charros are the traditional horsemen of Mexico. A charreada is a competition between teams of charros which includes riding and roping events. It also features a group of eight girls in colorful dresses showing their horsemanship riding sidesaddle. San Antonio Charro Ranch. San Antonio Charro Association. Admission. 210-554-4575

23
San Antonio Missions Baseball. San Antonio Missions play El Paso at Wolff Stadium at 6:05 p.m. Admission. 210-675-7275 ext. 204 http://www.samissions.com

25-28
A Night In Old San Antonio (NIOSA). A fun and educational experience in international culture and foods. La Villita Historic District. San Antonio Conservation Society. Admission. 210-226-5188 http://www.saconservation.org

25-28
Mariachi Festival. Sponsored by the Paseo del Rio Association. Along the River Walk. 210-227-4262

27
Fiesta de Tejas. Family oriented celebration with over 50 food, beverage and game booths, three dance stages and a special area for children’s entertainment. The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Admission. 210-567-2570 http://www.uthscsa.edu

27
Dia De Los Ninos/Dia de los Libros. Elementary school children hear readings by major Chicana and Mexican children’s authors. Guadalupe Theater. Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center. Free. 210-271-3151 or 210-351-7787 http://www.guadalupeculturalarts.org

27-29
Picnic. University of the Incarnate Word theater production by William Inge. University of the Incarnate Word Coates Theatre. Admission. 210-829-3800 http://www.uiw.edu

27-30
Fiesta San Fernando. Four-day fiesta on Main Plaza with food, games and music. Main Plaza. San Fernando Cathedral. Free. 210-227-1297 http://www.sanfernandocathedral.org

Apr. 27 - May 26
16th Annual Student Juried Exhibition. University of Texas at San Antonio Art Gallery, University of Texas at San Antonio Main Campus. Free. 210-458-4391 http://cofah.utsa.edu/cofah/events.htm

28-29
Fiesta Oyster Bake. A food and entertainment event raising money for student scholarships and university programs. St. Mary’s University Campus. Admission. 210-436-3547 http://www.oysterbake.com

29
King William Fair. Arts and crafts, food vendors and entertainment in the King William Historic District. Free. 210-271-3247

29
Fiesta Under the Stars: An Evening at the Movies. Music from the movies performed by University of Texas at San Antonio faculty and ensembles. University of Texas at San Antonio Convocation Center. University of Texas at San Antonio Division of Music. Admission. 210-458-5685 http://www.music.utsa.edu

29-30
Seventh Annual Festival de Animales. Highlights the music, animals, culture and dance of Latin American countries. San Antonio Zoo. Admission. 210-734-7184 http://www.sazoo-aq.org

30
Dia De Los Niños Celebration. Celebrate a day just for kids with fun family activities. San Antonio Children’s Museum. Admission. 210-212-4453

30
A Day in Old Mexico and Charreada. The charros are the traditional horsemen of Mexico. A charreada is a competition between teams of charros which includes riding and roping events. It also features a group of eight girls in colorful dresses showing their horsemanship riding sidesaddle. San Antonio Charro Ranch. San Antonio Charro Association. Admission. 210-554-4575