Arts Alive San Antonio

The San Antonio Philharmonic is closing its season with the powerful Mahler’s Symphony No. 2. “Resurrection,” conducted by Music Director Jeffrey Kahane and featuring the wonderful San Antonio Mastersingers and soloists Erica Petrocelli, soprano and Josefina Maldonado, mezzo-soprano. According to the press release, Kahane has described this monumental work as one that changed his life the first time he heard it. That was back in high school, and now he decided to bring it to San Antonio concertgoers. The very title describes a grand and heavenly event.

This is a work of huge emotional depth, a symphonic masterpiece that deals with the themes of life, death and transcendence. In addition to all mentioned, the concert will also include the Great Moller Pipe Organ. (May 23, 6:30 p.m. -10 p.m.; Scottish Rite Hall, 308 Ave. E; tickets are $25-$95, at https://saphil.org)

The last concert of the Travelogue series presented by St. Peter’s Friends of Music is coming up with music of the Americas. (May 29, 1 p.m.; St.Peter Prince of the Apostles Catholic Church, 111 Barilla Place; free and open to the public.

For a different kind of music, you may want to see Kolton Moore & the Clever Few. Based in North Texas, they honor the roots of Country music, and rock & roll, while bringing a “unique voice to the conversation,” says the press release. Frontman, Kolton Moore’s powerful vocals  intertwine with the backing instrumentation and the energy of the audience, creating an immersive experience.(May 24 at 7 p.m.; Arcadia Live Theater; 717 Water St., Kerrville, TX 78028; 830-3155483; boxoffice@thearcadialive.org)

Remember Bon Dylan! A group of music pros will mark his birthday on May 23; 8 p.m. Bar Ludivine, 1014 S. Presa. For info contact the location.

At least two great musicals will be staged by San Antonio Theaters this spring: Cole Porter’s comedy classic, “Anything Goes” at the San Pedro Playhouse, and “Beautiful – The Carol King Musical – at the Wonder Theater. The first, a Tony Award-winning musical, is described as
“madcap comedy and timeless charm.” The announcement about “Beautiful” says the show features classics such “One Fine Day,” “So Far Away,” “Natural Woman” and many other iconic numbers. (Every week through June 8; Friday, Saturday and Sunday at different times; Wonder Theater; 4522 Fredericksburg Rd., tickets are $18-$32; 210-267-8388; info@wondertheatre.org)
 At the Magik Theater “Loteria Game On “ is still running through June 1; For more call 210-227-2751 or email info@magiktheatre.org)

The Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center and Say Si unite for Grupo Animo Youth Theater Program. The program offers a month-long theater workshop for students 13 to 18, providing an opportunity for young voices to be heard through performance art. From June 2 to June 27, with a live performance on June 28. Registration is now open. (For more info and to register,
visit www.guadalupeculturalarts.org)

Ballet San Antonio says “Summer is for Dancing! So, the company’s school is now enrolling for summer programs. Offerings include ballet basics, creative movement, intensives and more. All will be taught by BSA professional dancers. For more write to info@balletsanantonio.org

For Flamenco lovers there will be a dance session organized by the San Antonio Parks & recreation program. (May 23 at the Carver Community Cultural Center, 226 N. Hackberry, 78202’; For more info call 210-207-5323 or write to Shannon.warnagiris@sanantonio.gov.)

And we remind you of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders who will perform their winning dances at the Majestic Theater. It will be followed by on-stage auditions for the squad. (May 25 at 7 p.m., also at the Majestic, 224 E. Houston St.; for more go to www.majesticempire.com

And let’s not forget the Memorial Day Celebrations. (Saturday-Monday, 10a.m.- 6 p.m. at Market Square.514 W. Commerce St.

On May 24, The River Artes District will host the first-ever River Artes District Studio Tour, featuring local artisans and small businesses showing their works and services. Visitors may stop by more than a dozen studios and creative spaces, meet the artists and buy works directly from them. A highlight of the free event is the River Thread, a symbolic ribbon project connecting all the stops across the district. (For more info go to www.riverartesdistrict.com or call 210-504-9244.)

 And here’s something  from history: The Karankawas & Tonkawas: A History of Power and Perseverance. This is a special presentation by Dr. Tim Seiter. In his talk, he explores the histories of these indigenous nations that built trade networks, skillfully used native plants and maintained control over their territories for longer than is often recognized. For instance,
the Karankawas held authority over their homelands for twice as long as the US has been a nation. This sounds really interesting. (May 24 at 130 p.m.; Mammen Family Public Library, 131 Bulverde Crossing, Bulverde, TX 78163; 830-438-4864, free)