1. Charlie Wilson
The musical powerhouse, whose profession started as founding member and lead singer of the legendary GAP Band, has reached additional icon standing as a solo artist with 13 No. 1 singles, 13 GRAMMY® nominations, a New York Instances and Washington Publish best-selling memoir, “I Am Charlie Wilson” and extra. Purchase tickets right here. 7 p.m. Jan. 16, Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston St.
2. Faculty of Rock
“Faculty of Rock – The Musical” is Andrew Lloyd Webber’s latest hit! Based mostly on the hit film, the manufacturing follows Dewey Finn, a failed, wannabe rock star who decides to earn an additional bit of money by posing as an alternative trainer at a prestigious prep faculty. There he turns a category of straight-A pupils right into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock band. Jan. 17-19, Charline McCombs Empire Theatre, 226 N. St. Mary’s St.
3. Classics IV: American Voices – A Symphonic Journey
Be a part of the San Antonio Philharmonic for an exhilarating night carried out by Jeffrey Kahane. Don’t miss this celebration of American composers, that includes two thrilling premieres in San Antonio: “Pulse” by Brian Raphael Nabors and “Umoja” by Valerie Coleman. Plus, performances highlighting the brilliance of Florence Value. 7:30 p.m. Jan. 17-18, Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston St.
4. Ranky Tanky
Carver season subscribers will bear in mind Ranky Tanky, a jazz ensemble that focuses on a recent tackle the music of the Gullah tradition of South Carolina and Georgia. The band, which performed the Jo Lengthy Theatre in 2019, gained Grammy Awards for its final two albums, “Good Time” and “Stay on the 2022 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Competition.” 8 p.m. Jan. 17, Carver Group Cultural Heart
5. Spurs vs. Grizzlies
Rejoice DreamWeek and cheer on the Spurs as they tackle the Memphis Grizzlies Friday night time at Frost Financial institution Heart. Purchase particular discounted tickets right here and acquire entry to a pre-game courtside expertise! 8:30 p.m. Jan. 17, 1 Frost Financial institution Heart Drive
6. Culinaria Restaurant Weeks
Culinaria kicks off its semiannual Restaurant Weeks this weekend, giving locals the possibility to strive one thing new or to revisit an outdated favourite. Get pleasure from prix fixe brunch, lunch and dinner menus at dozens of eating places in San Antonio, Boerne, New Braunfels and for the primary time, Fredericksburg. Reservations are really useful. Jan. 18-Feb. 1. Numerous areas
7. Let’s Rodeo Ball
Hint Adkins is the headliner for the San Antonio Inventory Present & Rodeo’s massive fundraiser. With songs reminiscent of “You’re Gonna Miss This” and “Women Love Nation Boys,” the towering singer with the booming baritone and black hat has been a drive in nation music because the late ’90s. 6:30 p.m. Jan. 18, Freeman Coliseum, 3201 E. Houston St.
8. PUMPERS Grand Opening Social gathering
Chef Stefan Bowers not too long ago opened the doorways of PUMPERS, which started as a well-liked burger pop-up again in 2020. Now that the mud has settled, it’s time to have a good time. Head to the “grownup burger store” this Sunday for build-your-own pumps, a glizzy bar, day ingesting, DJ music and extra. 1 p.m. Jan. 19, 1101 Broadway
9. MLK March
Greater than 200,000 persons are anticipated to participate in San Antonio’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. March. A celebration with multicultural performances, meals distributors and extra will observe at Pittman-Sullivan Park. Learn extra about King’s legacy in San Antonio right here. Lineup begins at 9 a.m. Jan. 20 at Martin Luther King Jr. Academy, 3501 Martin Luther King Drive; the march ends on the park, 1101 Iowa St.
10. DreamWeek
Impressed by the work and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., DreamWeek is a citywide calendar of occasions meant to foster civic and civil engagement. Highlights embody an album-release get together for spoken-word poet Chibbi; a live performance by R&B and funk legend Charlie Wilson; a efficiency by the Gullah-inspired jazz ensemble Ranky Tanky; and an awards luncheon. By means of Jan. 26, varied areas
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