Live Theater
Ice House Theatre performs “The Normal Heart” Nov. 6-21 which focuses on the rise of the HIV/AIDS epidemic in New York City between 1981 and 1984, as seen through the eyes of writer/activist Ned Weeks, the gay founder of a prominent HIV advocacy group. 410 E. Race, Visalia. 559 734-3900 or www.visaliaicehouse.com
Encore Theatre presents “A Few Good Men,” a gripping courtroom drama focusing on the court-martial of two U.S. Marines accused of murdering a fellow soldier, Nov. 6-21. 324 South N St., Tulare. 559 686-1300 or www.encoretulare.org
College of the Sequoias performs “The Thanksgiving Play,” a satirical comedy about the complexities of Thanksgiving celebrations, Nov. 12-21. COS Theatre, 915 S. Mooney, Visalia. 559 730-3822 or www.cos.edu.theatre
Barn Theatre is putting on “Ride the Cyclone,” Nov. 13-29. A hilarious and outlandish story about six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. It asks the questions: What makes a life well-lived? Who deserves to have a second chance? 42 S. Plano, Porterville. 559 310-7046 or www.portervillebarntheater.com
Enchanted Playhouse performs “The Frog Prince,” about an arrogant royal who is turned into an amphibian by a powerful witch, Nov. 13-22 at the Visalia Rotary Theater, 330 S. Dollner. www.enchantedplayhouse.org
Art shows
Arts Visalia will celebrate the creative legacy of artist Sharon Moran with her paintings partnered with selections of her favorite inspiration quotes from Nov.6-14. Open Wednesdays-Saturdays, 12-5:30 p.m. 214 E. Oak, 559 739-0905 or www.artsvisalia.org
Arts Consortium displays “De Cambios” by internationally acclaimed Fernando Campos. This touring show by the Mexican Consulate features oils, acrylics and watercolors inspired by Campos’ traditions from his home in Jalisco, Mexico. 340 E. Oak, Visalia. Open Wednesdays-Saturdays 12-5 p.m. www.artsconsortium.org
College of the Sequoias Art Gallery is exhibiting an Alumni Exhibition in honor of COS’ 100th anniversary from Oct. 6-Nov. 27. Open Tuesdays 10-2, Wednesdays 11-2 and Thursdays 11-4. 915 S. Mooney, Room 214 (downstairs in the Kaweah Building at the corner of Meadow Lane and Mooney.) Free 20-minute parking in the circle drive. Facebook: College of the Sequoias Art Gallery
Brandon-Mitchell Gallery is celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a “We the People” exhibit of all things Americana in November and December. Open during the First Friday Art Walks in Downtown Visalia, after service at 11:30 a.m. or by calling. 117 S. Locust, Visalia. 559 625-2441 or www.brandonmitchellgallery.com
The Oval is featuring the artwork of Rodrigo Reyes Marín and Nahomi Murayama, a creative team behind Las Catrinas de Japón, an art-photography project that blends Mexican cultural iconography with Japanese aesthetics. Open Thursdays and Fridays from 5-9 p.m. and by appointment if requested through Instagram, www.instagram.com/theovalgallery
Tulare City Historical Museum will host a Winter Wonderland Art Exhibit by senior studio artists Nov. 12-Jan. 2. Open Thursdays-Saturdays 10-4. 444 W. Tulare in Tulare. 559 686-2074 or www.tularehistoricalmuseum.org
CACHE (Center for Art, Culture & History Exeter) shows landscapes by Justin McKinzie from Oct. 3 to Dec. 27. Wednesdays-Fridays 10-4 (closed 12-12:30) and Fridays and Saturdays 12-4. 125 South B. 559 592-5900 or www.cach-exeter.org
Lindsay Arts presents “Guilt and Forgiveness” by Julio Oseguera, who explores identity, memory and the emotional complexities of the human experience in figurative oil paintings. Open Fridays 12-4 p.m. Sept. 19-Nov. 7. 165 N. Gale Hill. www.lindsayarts.com
The Pierpoint Bar & Grill & Gallery is showing “Heaven in the Sierras” by local photographer Trish Logan. Open 10-6 daily. 801 Highway 190, Springville. 559 483-9110 or liz.pierpointgallery@gmail.com
Kings Art Center has its Winter Art Show featuring Jennifer Butts Nov. 13-Dec. 26. Open Wednesdays-Fridays 12-5 p.m. and Saturdays 10-3. 605 N. Douty, Hanford. 559 584-1065 or www.kingsartcenter.org
Events by date
Thursday, Nov. 5
- “Home Alone” (1990) will be shown free at 6 p.m. at the Visalia Fox Theatre. The classic holiday film with Macaulay Culkin defending his home when his parents leave him behind by mistake. 300 W. Main. 559 625-1369 or foxvisalia.org
Friday, Nov. 6
- Downtown Visalia First Friday Art Walk from 5-8 p.m. Pick up a map at the Arts Consortium, 340 E. Oak, Arts Visalia, 214 E. Oak, or the Brandon-Mitchell Gallery, 117 S. Locust, and visit venues with art, music and snacks. artsconsortium.org
Saturday, Nov. 7
- Visalia Community Chorus and College of the Sequoias choirs present Music for Hope and Unity including Ralph Vaughan Williams’ “Dona Nobis Pacem” at 7 p.m. at L.J. Williams Theatre, 1001 W. Main, Visalia. visitvisalia.org.calendar
- K-Pop Tribute at 4 p.m. features a variety of musical styles, audio visual and dance music. A showdown between powerhouse female performers and charismatic rival boy groups. Visalia Fox Theatre, 300 W. Main. 559 6251369 or foxvisalia.org
- Tulare County Bonsai Club Fall Expo from 10-4 will show how to cultivate and style these miniature trees. Marriott Hotel, 300 S. Court, Visalia. visitvisalia.org/calendar
- 1st Saturday in Three Rivers features open studios, food and art shows from 11-5. Pick up a map and schedule at Kaweah Arts, 41841 Sierra Dr. (Highway 198) or the Three Rivers Historical Museum, 42268 Sierra Dr. 559 799-1473 or 1stsaturdaytr.com
- Bari Olive Oil Harvest Festival from 9-3 will show the milling process and have tasting of olive oil fresh off the spigot. 40063 Road 56, Dinuba. visitvisalia.org/calendar
Nov. 7 & 8
- Fanfinity-Com from 9-5 is a new Comic-Com style event for all things imaginative. Includes a Saturday Masquerade Ball at 7 p.m. International Agri-Center, 4500 S. Laspina, Tulare. visitvisalia.org/calendar
Tuesday, Nov. 10
- “Cons and scams: Protecting yourself in the digital age” is the topic local experts will discuss at the TC Voices at 210 forum at 7 p.m. at 210 W. Center, Visalia. The public is invited.
Wednesday, Nov. 11—Veteran’s Day
- In honor of Veteran’s Day, The Hanford Fox Theatre will show “Sgt. Stubby, An American Hero” (2018) at 7 p.m., an animated real-life WWI story about the most decorated dog in American history. 326 N. Irwin. 559 584-7823 or foxhanford.com
Thursday, Nov. 12
- The Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet returns to the Visalia Fox Theatre at 7 p.m. Acrobatic dancing to the traditional Tchaikovsky music. 300 W. Main. 559 625-1369 or foxvisalia.org
- The Tulare City Historic Museum hosts a holiday cookie reception from 5-7 p.m. to open their Winter Wonderland Art Exhibit. 559 686-2074 or tularehistoricalmuseum.org
Friday, Nov. 13
- Winter Market and Reception for the Kings Art Center’s Winter Art Show featuring Jennifer Butts from 5-8 p.m. Live music, food vendors, prizes. 605 N. Douty, Hanford. 559 584-1065 or kingsartcenter.org
Saturday, Nov. 14
- Visalia Remembered: A Guided Cemetery Walk from 10-12. Discover the lives, legacies and stories of pioneers and community leaders who shaped Visalia. West Goshen & North Giddings, Visalia. visitvisalia.org/calendar
- 1852 Fallfest from 11-4 features craft brewers, local makers, food trucks and activities at 1852 Visalia, 707 W. Murray. visitvisalia.org/calendar
- Cristela Alonzo, comedian, writer and actress, traces her journey from humble beginnings at 8 p.m. at the Visalia Fox Theatre, 300 W. Main. 559 625-1369 or foxvisalia.org
Monday, Nov. 16
- Tales of Exeter & Beyond features “Exeter’s Four Hospitals” at 7 p.m. CACHE (Center for Art, Culture & History Exeter), 125 South B St. 559 592-5900 or cach-exeter.org
Saturday, Nov. 21
- The Sequoia Symphony concert includes Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto and Stravinsky’s “Fire Bird.” 7:30 p.m. at the Visalia Fox Theatre, 300 W. Main. 559 732-8600 or sequoiasymphonyorchestra.com
- Visalia Stories: A Walk through Time from 10-12 noon features Visalia historian tells memorable stories, show historic pictures and fun facts. Then pick up a map and take a self-guided walk to the places discussed. Garden Street Plaza and Main Street. visitvisalia.org/calendar
- “Planes, Trains and Automobiles” (1987) starring Steve Martin and John Candy who are trying to get home for Thanksgiving will be shown at 7 p.m. at the Hanford Fox Theatre, 326 N. Irwin. 559 584-7823 or foxhanford.com
Sunday, Nov. 22
- Mexican Bands Cuisillos and Banda Machos perform at the Visalia Convention Center, 303 E. Acequia, at 7 p.m. ticketcom.com/events