Arts & Culture

Set sail and sing your heart out on another incredible adventure with Moana and Maui!

The following events are coming up at the Richardson Public Library.

Iranian singer, songwriter and actor Farzad Farzin brings his unique World Music sound to the Eisemann Center. 

Set in the 1590s, this Broadway smash hit follows brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom as they try to step out of Shakespeare’s spotlight and create the world’s very first musical—with the help of a rather inaccurate soothsayer and a cast of over-the-top characters who dance, sing and rhyme their way through Elizabethan England. Rated PG-13. 

In a concert entitled, “Be Arrr Guest!,” the Richardson Community Band will serve up pirate songs, sea shanties and even something from the Blues Brothers. Note: The Pavilion is located amidst lots of trees, so there is plenty of shade. Parking is easy just south of the Fire Station. Bring a chair or blanket and a picnic if you wish! www.richardsoncommunityband.org  

Despite some minor weather impacts, the City of Richardson’s Parks and Recreation Department successfully held its annual Family 4th Celebration at Breckinridge Park.  

Enjoy more than 40 booths at this outdoor “Boho Market,” featuring handmade and vintage goods from local makers and vendors, plus live music.  

Look out for mayhem in “The Deadly Derby Murder Mystery!” At this library-sponsored event, you’ll hit the Louisville track, where many of the thoroughbred owners have jaded histories together, with foes waiting

Come gather around a big table and craft alongside other artists/creatives/crafters! Bring your latest art, craft, sewing or other creative project to work on and/or learn how to make an easy, upcycled craft-of-the-month using repurposed materials (July’s craft is a keychain/bag charm made of yarn, ribbons and beads). 

South Korean lyric coloratura soprano Sumi Jo brings her Grammy award-winning voice to the Eisemann Center in a concert entitled, “Mad for Love.” Presented by Walking Slow Productions.