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Published March 29, 2022
What's Happening Around Town: April Events
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The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
Where: Springfield Little Theatre
When: April 4 - April 28
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The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musicals the “thoroughly endearing family-friendly musical” (Charles Isherwood, Broadway News)! As a son of Poseidon, Percy Jackson has newly discovered powers he can’t control, monsters on his trail, and is on a quest to find Zeus’ lightning bolt to prevent a war between the Greek gods. Featuring a thrilling original rock score, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical has fans of all ages “cheering like the ball is being dropped on New Year’s Eve!” (New York Magazine) After all, in this “action- packed, mythical adventure,” (City Dads Group) “Percy Jackson is a rock star!” (NY Daily News)”.
A Chorus Line
Where: Coger Theatre, MSU
When: April 7 - 10, Times Vary
On the bare stage of a Broadway theater, 24 hopeful dancers audition for eight positions in the chorus line of a new musical. After the first round of cuts, 17 remain. Zach, the show’s choreographer/director, asks that they introduce themselves and speak about why they became dancers. As the individual dancers share their backgrounds, dreams and insecurities, their unique personalities emerge. Based on the experiences of real Broadway dancers, stories range from the humorous to the heartbreaking to the triumphant, reflected in songs including “At the Ballet,” “Dance: 10; Looks: 3,” “What I Did for Love” and “One.”
Springfield Cardinals Opening Weekend
Where: Hammons Field
When: April 8 - April 10
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Kick off the season at Hammons Field as the Springfield Cardinals take on the Northwest Arkansas Naturals! The weekend will be filled with fireworks, Mercy Clear Bag giveaway (April 8) and Hiland Dairy Kids Sunday with Kids Run the Bases to close out the homestand!
Queen City Quest
Where: History Museum on the Square
When: April 9
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History Museum on the Square is excited to present Queen City Quest – a one-day fundraiser scavenger hunt challenge that will be fun for friends, families, and co-workers! Participation is open to all and carrying out the hunt will be simple and fun. Players will use GooseChase, a free and easy to use an app, to find challenges, complete questions, and track their progress. Teams can also track opponents’ progress with the action feed and automatically updated leaderboard during the game, adding a healthy dose of competition!
Kenny Wayne Shepherd
Where: Gillioz Theatre
When: April 8
Twenty five years into his recording career Kenny Wayne Shepherd continues to create genre-defining blues-infused rock n' roll. Shepherd has built an enviable resume as an accomplished recording artist, a riveting live performer and one of the most talented and distinctive guitarists of his generation.
Shepherd has sold millions of albums worldwide, received five GRAMMY® nominations, two Billboard Music Awards, as well as a pair of Orville H. Gibson awards, the Blues Foundation's Keeping The Blues Alive award and two Blues Music awards. He's had seven #1 blues albums and a string of #1 mainstream rock singles.
Kansas
Where: Gillioz Theatre
When: April 9
With a legendary career spanning nearly five decades, KANSAS has firmly established itself as one of America’s iconic classic rock bands. This "garage band" from Topeka released their debut album in 1974 after being discovered by Wally Gold, who worked for Don Kirshner, and have gone on to sell more than 30 million albums worldwide.
Jamey Johnson & Randy Houser
Where: Gillioz Theatre
When: April 13
Actor/Comedian/Writer Tom Segura is one of the biggest names in the comedy business.? He recently performed to sold-out audiences on his 100+ city TAKE IT DOWN TOUR. He is best known for his Netflix specials, Ball Hog (2020), Disgraceful (2018), Mostly Stories (2016), and Completely Normal (2014). Paste Magazine described him as, “...having a natural and capable storytelling ability, one that lifts his narratives out of average anecdote fare and plants them firmly in hilarious ground.” Your Mom’s House Studios is home to his hit podcasts Your Mom’s House which he co-hosts with his wife, comedian Christina Pazsitzky, 2 Bears 1 Cave which he co-hosts with Bert Kreischer and many more. Additionally, YMH Studios was one of the first networks to create wildly successful Livestream Podcast Events as an outcome of the pandemic.
Spring Fling Shopping Event
Where: Downtown Springfield
When: April 15 & April 16
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Rebel Rose Boutique will be holding its first Annual Spring Fling Shopping Event with over 60+ vendors. We will have the Easter Bunny available for family pictures. There will be a blend of boutiques, direct sale vendors and craft vendors. Dates are Friday April 15 from 9-6 and Saturday April 16 from 9-5. Free admission and parking. Event will be located in the E-Plex in the East Hall.
Travis Tritt - Set in Stone Tour
Where: Juanita K. Hammons Hall for Performing Arts
When: April 16
Enjoy a special evening with CMA and Grammy award-winning country artist Travis Tritt. This show, which will include Tritt’s band, will give attendees an opportunity to hear some of the performer’s biggest hits, including “T-R-O-U-B-L-E,” “It’s A Great Day to Be Alive” and “Best of Intentions.” Plan to sing along with Tritt’s vast catalog of crowd favorites like “Modern Day Bonnie and Clyde” and “Here’s a Quarter — songs that have created a devoted fan base that continues to sell-out shows across the globe. Tritt will also perform favorites off his new album, Set In Stone, that was just released this year. Bringing his award-winning songs to life, the Grand Ole Opry member will leave the audience with a truly memorable experience.
Earth Day - Picnic Dinner & Movie
Where: Springfield Botanical Gardens
When: April 22
Celebrate Earth Day with a bring-your-own outdoor picnic followed by a free screening of a family movie with an environmental message. Come early for tree activities and take-aways. Movie begins at 8 p.m., bring your own lawn chairs and blankets.
HBA Home Show
Where: Springfield Expo Center
When: April 22-24
Tickets $6 per person, Kids 12 and under Free
When you consider buying a home, building a house, or remodeling your existing home, it is a wise financial investment to investigate the companies first. You can shop or do research online, but there's nothing like speaking face-to-face with a Quality Insured HBA Home Professional.
Where: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds
When: April 22-23
Friday evening will kick off the festival with an SCA Steak Cook-Off Competition, BBQ Sampling, great local Live music and is for those 21 years of age and older. Food and drinks will be available for purchase as well. SCA Awards at 9:00pm.
Saturday is open to all ages and will feature a $20k Payout KCBS Sanctioned BBQ Competition & Awards Ceremony, BBQ Sampling beginning at 1:30, Live Music, and additional food and drinks are available for purchase. KCBS Awards at 4:30pm.
Ticket pricing is $10 in advance (link above) or $15 at the gate per person, per day. Kids 6 and under are Free.
for King & Country
Where: JQH Arena
When: April 13
for King & Country brings their "What Are We Waiting For?" Tour to JQH Arena with guest Dante Bowe on April, 22, 2022!
Rodney Carrington
Where: Gillioz Theatre
When: March 12
Rodney Carrington is bringing his "Let Me In!" tour to Springfield and you're invited!
Rodney Carrington is a multi-talented comedian, actor, singer and writer playing sold-out shows around the world as one of the top 10 highest-grossing touring comedians in the past two decades.
Copellia - Springfield Ballet
Where: Landers Theatre
When: April 30
Audiences will be inspired through humor, imagination and love by this original production of the classic comic ballet, Coppélia, April 29 – May 1, 2022, choreographed by incoming Artistic Director Ashley Paige Romines and current School Principal Maria Hall.
Master Gardeners and Garden Society Plant Sale
Where: Mizumoto Japenese Stroll Garden
When: April 30
Presented by the Master Gardeners of Greene County and other garden societies. Sale includes annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs, bulbs, grasses, vines, ground covers, shrubs and trees.
The 22nd Annual Master Gardener Plant Sale in Greene County will start at 8:00 a.m., Saturday, April 27, 2019, at the Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center located in Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Parks, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, MO, and will continue until 1:00 p.m. People are advised to arrive early if they want the best choices of shrubs, small trees, bulbs, perennials, annuals, grasses, ground covers, houseplants, vegetables, herbs and garden related items. Master Gardeners will be on site to assist with purchases and answer questions. Cash, checks and credit or debit cards are accepted.
Daddy Daughter Dance - Royal Ball
Where: Northview Center Ballroom
When: April 30
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Girls, bring your dad, step-dad, grandpa, uncle, or special guy out for a night you’ll always remember. This year’s theme is Enchanted Evening! Enjoy a catered dinner, music, dancing, and special surprises. Event held in the Northview Center Ballroom, adjacent to Doling Family Center. Registration opens March 14. Register early, space is limited.
Arc of the Ozarks Open Buddy Bass Tournament
Where: Venues throughout Springfield
When: March 21-March 27
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Join Arc of the Ozarks for a day of fishing at the Open Buddy Bass Tournament on Table Rock Lake. Registration includes lunch. $1,000 grand prize (based on 50 boat minimum). The earlier you register, the earlier you can take off day of. Sign up today! Please note: No contestant fishing in the tournament may be a Pro, Fishing Guide, or have collected $3,000.00 or more in tournament winnings on Table Rock Lake in 2021. Check In/Registration will be at Table Rock State Park. The weigh-in and lunch will be at the State Park Marina. All funds raised will benefit people with disabilities and help pay for personal and medical unmet needs of those served by The Arc of the Ozarks.
US Open Bowfishing Championship
Where: Fieldhouse Sports Center
When: March 22 - March 26
One of the largest annual events in the fast-growing sport of bowfishing, the 2022 U.S. Open Bowfishing Championship brings a unique collection of fun, competition, and conservation to Bass Pro Shops Shooting Academy in Ridgedale, MO on April 30 & May 1. The largest competition of its kind, the eighth annual U.S. Open Bowfishing Championship expects to draw hundreds of teams with bowfishermen from across the country. Boasting the largest payout of any bowfishing tournament, the 2022 U.S. Open pays $25,000 to the winner as part of its $100,000 overall purse.
