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Hey singles (or those of you needing a change of pace). Need a date and missed the deadline for the Jayplay Blind Date Bonanza (see pg. 9)? At 8 p.m., stop by Hashinger Hall's Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction in the Hashinger Hall Theatre, 1632 Engel Rd. Over 20 guys and girls will be auctioned off for super-fun dates, complete with massage packages, dinners, movies and bowling. All proceeds benifit the Hashinger Hall Arts Council. Educate yourself, explore musical boundaries or just relax The University of Kansas Symphony Orchestra will be performing concerto readings at the Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Dr. Impress a date with a surprising musical selection and keep your wallet safe; this event is free. Music starts at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 13 Freaky Friday
It's Friday the 13th, so avoid those broken mirrors and black cats by stopping by Fields Gallery, 712 Massachusetts St. Today their featured exhibition is "...Opened your mouth to this life," which consists of new works by Aaron Marable. Marable's paintings are usually oil on wood with a few works with oil on copper. After avoiding the jinxes of the day, get in the Valentine's mood early and stop by the Spencer Museum of Art auditorium, 1301 Mississippi St., to watch the film Tokyo Marigold, a Japanese love story. The show starts at 7:00 p.m. and admission is free. Released in 2001, this Japanese import tells the unusual story of Sakai Eiko, a young woman who comes from an untraditional family, and Tamura, a young business man whose girlfriend is studying abroad for one year.
Saturday, Feb. 14 Hot and cold lovin' baby!
An art opening on Valentine's Day that's sure to intrigue lovers will take place at 1305 Tennessee St. at 8 p.m. The Lawrence Art Collective is at it again after their successful Red Balloon To-Do, which drew hundreds of people to the art galleries downtown. This time they want to make you hot and cold with their aptly named "Hot, Cold." The event will feature a freezing and burning room where the art will reflect the temperature. The LAC recommends that you bring layers of clothing as this will be an intense night.
Sunday, Feb. 15 I Wanna Rock...
A mixture of pulsating rhythms, abrasive vocals and stellar live performances are just a few ways to describe three bands playing at the Replay Lounge, 946 Massachusetts St., tonight. First up is Honey Baby, from Lawrence. The group will make sense of and release misplaced, misdirected and fantastical visions o
love, devastation, ego and desire through their simple rough, heavy and bluesy melodies. Sometimes abrasive, sometimes soft, the music is vocally and rhythmically driven with simple melodies and rockin' soul. Following is Fifteen Minutes Fast, a band which is originally from Kansas City, Mo., but now claims the desert winds of of Tempe, Ariz. This powerful and dynamic band has claimed a name in the independent music scene with their unique blend of four-part vocal harmonies and overlapping instrumentals. Their live and stripped-down performances are a sure WOW! Last but not least is Overstep, another Kansas City group. Overstep's pulsing rhythm and calculated dissonant arrangements accompanied by bad-to-the-bone drumming and sinister vocals, will definitely grab fans by their throats. Taking part in this awesomely badass event costs only $2 but is limited to those 21 and older. Performances will begin at 10 p.m., so get there a little early and grab a seat.
Monday, Feb. 16 Metal for the masses
Those of you interested in learning about the art of a metalsmith should check out the KU Department of Design's symposium sponsored by Hallmark at the Spencer Museum of Art auditorium, 1301 Mississippi St. This event will focus on metals and will be presented by Gary Griffin, artist and head of the Department of Metalsmithing at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Mich. Griffin works with tables, doors, hardware, light fixtures, gates and fences. The symposium is free and starts at 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 17 A Knock-out night
Tyler Durden said in the movie Fight Club, "How much can you know about yourself if you've never been in a fight?" Find your answer Tuesday at 10 p.m. at the Cadillac Ranch, 2512 W. Sixth St. If f.gighting is not in your bones, you can watch brave guys and girls get rowdy. Knockout Events will provide the gloves, headgear and the ring. Just bring your attitude, or lack of it, and enjoy a night of sweating and adrenaline. All sizes and sexes welcome. Sign up the night of the fight or register at: knockoutevents.com.
Wednesday, Feb. 18 Performing felines
If you didn't catch last night's half-price performance, tonight's your last chance to see Andrew Lloyd Webber's Broadway musical Cats. (For full price, of course.) This classic is a series of poems based on T.S. Eliot's Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats. Don't miss the longest touring musical in America and winner of seven Tony Awards including Best Musical of the Year. Tuesday's performance will cost $18.50 - $21 and Wednesday's show will be $37
- $42 for students. Prices ranges vary depending on seat section. Tickets can be purchased at the Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Dr., or by phone at 864-ARTS. Tickets are also available at the SUA office in the Kansas Union, 1301 Jayhawk Blvd. and the University Theatre ticket office, 1530 Naismith Dr. Both performances start at 7:30 p.m.
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