THE WEEKENDER
Your weekly editor-curated arts compendium
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Eastern Iowans have a slew of events to choose from this weekend. From culinary classes to theater and readings to live music, these a something for nearly everyone happening as we welcome the month of March. Pick of the Week: Dual live staging of A Doll’s House and A Doll’s House Part II play at Theatre Cedar Rapids. Saturday and Sunday afternoon/evening both offer a rare opportunity to see the 150-year-old Ibsen classic paired with its 2017 sequel—kudos to anyone that brave!
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Everyday Black Living in Early America: A Discussion with Tara Bynum and Kabria Baumgartner
Mar 2 – 2:30pm (CST)
Please come join us for this interesting conversation about Tara Bynum’s book, where she writes about four early African American writers and how it has impact writers today.
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NewBo City Market
Culinary Class: Sourdough 201 – Jam & Bread
Mar 2 – 6:00pm
Instructor Chef Mama K of Grandma’s Root Cellar (located in NewBo City Market) will teach students about the fundamentals of sourdough bread baking.
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University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art
What is a Campus Art Museum and How to Become One
Mar 2 – 7:00pm
with Pamela Franks, director of the Williams College Museum of Art
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PS1's Annual Art Auction: INFINITE WEAVE
Mar 2 – 8:00pm
PS1’s annual art auction is an opportunity to support our year-round programming and resources by bidding on — and if the stars align, taking home — diverse work by dozens of amazing artists!
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Iowa City Community Theatre
ICCT Presents: The Pillowman
Mar 3 – Mar 5 – Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2:00pm
Iowa City Community Theatre presents Martin McDonagh’s The Pillowman – a must-see for theatre lovers in the corridor.
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Downtown Iowa City
2023 Downtown Spring Gallery Walk
Mar 3 – 5:00pm
Join in one of the best downtown traditions: Iowa City Gallery Walk. For over 25 years, this event has taken over downtown and filled businesses with wonderful works of art.
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Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
Celebrate Play Gala
Mar 3 – 5:30pm
Throw on some sneakers or dress up in heels as we celebrate PLAY!
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Museum of Natural History
Art & Write Night
Mar 3 – 6:00pm
Professional, aspiring, and amateur artists alike, make our museum your muse. Join the long tradition of artists creating in our spaces.
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NewBo City Market
Culinary: Make Your Own Artisanal Pizza!
Mar 3 – 6:00pm
This cooking class is the perfect Friday night activity for you and a loved one!
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La wine bar & restaurant
Dave Zollo and Coop
Mar 3 – 7:00pm
Live local music, no cover charge!
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Gabe's
Telepathy Club, Good Morning Midnight & More
Mar 3 – 8:00pm
Telepathy Club, Good Morning Midnight, Zap Tura and Penny Peach Jr at Gabe’s
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Theatre B, UI Theatre Building
Something Rotten!
Mar 3 – 8:00pm
Book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell
Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick
Conceived by Karey Kirkpatrick and Wayne Kirkpatrick
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Theatre Cedar Rapids
A Dolls House
Mar 4 – 2:30pm
By Henrik Ibsen, adapted by Joanie Schultz
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The Englert Theatre
Gaelic Storm
Mar 4 – 7:30pm
Chart topping Celtic band: 7 times billboard #1 world music, on tour 200+ days a year for 20+ years! More fun than a barrel of drunken monkeys.
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Theatre Cedar Rapids
A Dolls House Part 2
Mar 4 – 7:30pm
By Lucas Hnath
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The Ideal Social Hall
I Can See Clearly Now: Dance Party w/DJ Eight Ten
Mar 4 – 8:00pm
DJ Eight Ten Presents: I Can See Clearly Now
A Public Dance Party in preparation of a Full Moon over Mt. Trashmore
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The Green House
Candle Pour Bar
Mar 5 – 2:00pm
Want to create your own custom candle in a sun filled plant oasis?
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Cornell College Kimmel Theatre
Evita
Mar 5 – 2:00pm
This large-scale production will be co-produced by the theatre and dance and the music departments and features Cornell’s orchestra, band, and choirs along with actors, singers, and dancers.
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