Sunday Arts calendar (Oct. 26)

THEATER

“Becky’s New Car,” comedy, 2:30 p.m. Sun., Kechi Playhouse, 100 E. Kechi Road in Kechi. Tickets $11. Call 316-744-2152.

“The Rocky Horror Show,” cult classic, through Thu., Crown Uptown Dinner Theatre, 3207 E. Douglas. Shows 7:30 p.m. Sun., doors open 6:30 p.m., midnight Thu., doors open 11 p.m. Tickets $25-$45. Call 316-612-7696.

“The 39 Steps,” slapstick comedy, 7:30 p.m. Thu.-Sat., Friends University Alumni Auditorium. Tickets $11, $9 seniors/students. Call 316-295-5677.

“Little Shop of Horrors,” charming and hilarious spoof, 7:30 p.m. Thu.-Sat., Cowley College Robert Brown Theatre, 125 S. Second St. in Arkansas City. Admission $10, $8 students/military. Mature audience. Call 620-441-5252.

“Blithe Spirit,” play, Thu.-Nov. 15, Forum Theatre, 147 S. Hillside. Shows 8 p.m. Thu.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sat. matinee. Tickets $23 Thu. and Sat. matinee, $25 Fri.-Sat. Call 316-618-0444.

“Halloween 13, or Jason is Really Hacked,” comic melodrama followed by a musical revue, through Sat., Mosley Street Melodrama, 234 N. Mosley. Doors open 6 p.m., dinner 6:15 p.m., show 7:50 p.m., Thu.-Sat. Tickets $28 dinner/show, $18 show only. Call 316-263-0222.

“Jungle Book,” musical and lunch buffet, through Sat., Crown Uptown Children’s Theatre, 3207 E. Douglas. Doors open 11 a.m., lunch 11:15 a.m., show 12:30 p.m. Tickets $15. Call 316-612-7696.

Empire House Live: “Think Again” An Evening of Uncertainity,” demonstrations of mind control, thought-reading, psychological influence and extraordinary problem-solving, 8 p.m. Sat., Empire House Theater at Old Cowtown, 1865 W. Museum Blvd. Tickets $10. Information and tickets, www.wichitatix.com or 316-350-3323.

“Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type,” tale of Farmer Brown’s cows, who finds an old typewriter and begin making demands, A Once Upon A Time Production, Wichita Children’s Theatre & Dance Center, 201 Lulu. Shows noon Nov. 5; 10 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. Nov. 6; 10 a.m., noon and 6:30 p.m. Nov. 7; noon Nov. 8. Tickets $6 show only, $7.50 show and pizza. Pizza is served 30 minutes before show time. Call 316-262-2282.

“You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown,” a year in the life of Charlie Brown, presented by Christian Youth Theatre, 7 p.m. Nov. 6-7, Pathway Church, 2001 N. Maize Road. Donations accepted. Call 316-682-1688.

“Shrek the Musical,” musical, 7 p.m. Nov. 6-8, Northeast Magnet School, 5550 N. Lycee in Bel Aire. Tickets $7, $5 students/seniors. Call 316-973-2300.

MUSIC

Dances of the Americas, featuring Karen Gomyo, violin, presented by by Wichita Symphony Orchestra, 3 p.m. Sun., Century II Concert Hall. Tickets $19-$57. Cal 316-267-5259.

Willie Watson, concert, 4 p.m. Sun., Dyck Arboretum of the Plains, 177 W. Hickory in Hesston. Tickets members $18 adults, $9 ages 18 and under; nonmembers $20 adults, $10 ages 18 and under. Call 620-327-8127.

Gary Leopold, with the Friends University Concert Band, 7:30 p.m. Mon., Sebits Auditorium. Tickets $6, $4 seniors/students. Call 316-295-5677.

Friends University Chamber Orchestra Concert, 7:30 p.m. Nov., Friends University Alumni Auditorium. Free. Call 316-295-5677.

Jazz Vocal Ensemble & Jazz II Concert, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7, Friends University Sebits Auditorium. Tickets $9, $6 seniors/students. Call 316-295-5677.

Singing Quakers Alumni Choir Concert, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 8, Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 1958 N. Webb Road. Tickets $12, $10 seniors/students. Call 316-295-5677.

Beethoven Lives Upstairs, concert, presented by Wichita Symphony Orchestra, 4 p.m. Nov. 8, Century II Concert Hall. Tickets $19-$57. Call 316-267-7658.

SPECIAL EVENTS

House on Fire, gospel music, speakers, Christian comedian “Mother Spirit,” 10 a.m. Sun., Christian Faith Centre, 1130 S. Broadway. Free. Call 316-682-3534.

69th United Nations Anniversary Banquet, speaker Alex Taukatch, former Chief of News and Content, hosted by the Global Learning Center, 6 p.m. Oct. 26, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Wichita Airport, 2098 Airport Road. Tickets $35 members; $40 nonmembers. Call 316-768-9952.

Wichita Ghost Tours, 8 p.m. Fri., Caffe Moderne, 300 N. Mead. Cost $20. Call 785-851-0856.

The Big Read: CSI-Maltese Falcon, discover the connection between current crime scene investigation techniques and the Maltese Falcon through hands-on activities, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat., Exploration Place, 300 N. McLean Blvd. Price included in general museum admission; free for member. Call 316-660-0600.

Heroes Gala: Celebrating with Heroes, Humor & Hope, presentation and performance by Deondra and Desirae Brown, who are Juilliard-trained pianists and survivors of child abuse, 6 p.m. Sat., Wichita Scottish Rite, 332 E. First St. Proceeds benefit expenses for essential services to children who have experienced abuse, advocacy support and therapy. Tickets $75. Call 316-660-9494.

Holiday Tables Preview Party, buffet dinner, drinks and live music, 7 p.m. Nov. 5, Wichita Center for the Arts, 9115 E. Central. Reservations required. Tickets $75. call 316-634-2787, ext. 211.

Gingerbread Gala, music, food and auction, presented by Assistance League of Wichita, 6:30 p.m. Nov. 6, Abode Venue, 1130 E. Douglas. Tickets $90. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Call 316-266-7712.

Rescue Mission Celebration, speaker David A.R. White, the producer and co-star of “God’s Not Dead,” 11:45 a.m. luncheon, 6:15 p.m. banquet Nov. 6, Beech Activity Center, 9709 E. Central. Reservations required. Free. Call 316-687-4673.

Girls’ Night Out, sangrias, light bites, live music, view decorated tables, sneak preview of “Rodeo Drive a la Wichita Style,” a collection of vintage designer clothing and handbags donated by Liz Koch and Susan and Samantha Rudd, 5:30 p.m. Nov. 6, Wichita Center for the Arts, 9112 E. Central. Tickets $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Call 316-634-2787, ext. 211.

Holiday Tables, decorating idea-fest with exquisite tablescapes for the upcoming season, hosted by Designing Women, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 6-8, lunch 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. daily, Wichita Center for the Arts, 9112 E. Central. Admisson $10, lunch $12. Call 316-634-2787, ext. 211.

Murder at the Museum: “Hit in the Juice Joint,” a new adult program, 7 p.m. Nov. 7, Museum of World Treasures, 835 E. First St. Admission $10-$30. Call 316-263-1311.

HALLOWEEN EVENTS

Night of Living Zoo, Trick or Treat through the zoo, 6:30-8:30 pm. Sun., Sedgwick County Zoo, 5555 Zoo Blvd. $6 in advance at QuikTrip; Admission $8 at the gate; $6 at the gate for members.

Spooky Science, fun science twist, noon-5 p.m Sun., Exploration Place, 300 N. McLean Blvd. Admission $9.50; $6 ages 3-11; free for members.

Trick-or-Treat Street, 2 p.m. Sun., Tickets $6 per person. (Pizza is available for an extra $1.50 at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 24 and 12:30 p.m. Oct. 25.) Children 10 and younger are invited to dress in costume and trick-or-treat at 16 doors set up inside the Wichita Children’s Theatre and Dance Center, 201 Lulu.

Trunk-or-Treat & Tailgate, hayrack rides, pony rides, moonwalk and refreshment available for 50 cents each, 5-7 p.m. Sun., Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 7901 W. 21st St. Free admission. Proceeds towards next summer’s Vacation Bible School. Call 316-722-8504.

Old Town Horror Festival, horror movie classics, 7 & 10 p.m. every Monday and Tuesday, Warren Old Town Theater & Grill, 353 N. Mead. Fundraising event for LAPP Animal Shelter. Admission $5. Call 316-262-7123.

Trunk or Treat, candy, games, inflatables, hay-rack ride and food, 6-8 p.m.Fri., Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 1958 N. Webb Road. Free. Call 316-634-0337.

Trick or Treat, candy for ages 3-18, activities for ages 3-12, 4-6 p.m. Fri., Cero’s Candies, 3429 E. Douglas. Free. Call 316-264-5002.

“Operation Zombie Hunt,” one of the attractions at Field of Screams, Prairie Pines Christmas Tree Farm, 4055 N. Tyler Road. Gates open at 7 p.m.; fields open at dark. Open Fridays and Saturdays through Sat. Ticket sales end at 11:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 10:30 p.m. other nights. Admission $10-$25. Information, scaryprairiepines.com or 316-722-1145.

ART EVENTS

Art on Monday, with John and Connie Ernatt, lunch and lecture noon Mon., Wichita Art Museum, 1400 Museum Blvd. Cost $35. Call 316-268-4912.

“Escape,” by Diane Curtis, featuring sculptures by Robert Schmidt, exhibit through Tue., Gallery XII, 412 E. Douglas. Hours 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Free. Call 316-267-5915.

“As Eye See It,” photography by Dale Cole, exhibit through Fri., Watson Room, Stiefel Theatre of Performing Arts, 151 S. Sante Fe in Salina. Hours 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Free. Call 785-827-1998.

“Finished With Fire,” ceramics, exhibit through Fri., Karg Art Glass, 111 N. Oliver in Kechi. Hours 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. Free. Call 316-744-2442.

“Unfinished Portrait,” by sociopolitical artist Priti Gulati Cox, meet the artist noon Nov. 11, exhibit through Nov. 13, the Gallery, Kansas Wesleyan University, 100 E. Claflin in Salina. Hours 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Fri., Sat.-Sun. by appointment. Free. Call 785-827-5541.

BOOK SIGNINGS/READINGS

The Big Read Writer’s Academy: “Crime Fiction,” author Gaylord Dold will lead a three-part workshop in how to craft crime fiction, 6:15 p.m. Wed., Nov. 5, Wichita Public Library, 223 S. Main. Free. Call 316-261-8500.

“The Remedy For Love,” by Bill Roorbach, 6 p.m. Thu., Watermark Books and Cafe, 4701 E. Douglas. Free. Call 316-682-1181.

The Big Read Film Noir Series, “The Big Sleep,” commentary provided by author Gaylord Dold, 2 p.m. Sat., Wichita Pubic Library, 223 S. Main. Free. Call 316-261-8500.

AUDITIONS

The Wichita Center for the Arts, auditions for “Noises Off,” 7-10 p.m. Mon.-Tue., at the center, 9112 E. Central. Roles available for five men and four women ages 20 and up. Call 316-655-2017.

Wichita Children’s Theatre & Dance Center, auditions for “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” 4:30 p.m. Nov. 3, at the center, 201 Lulu. Ages 14 and up. Call 316-262-2282.

Wichita Children’s Theatre & Dance Center, auditions for “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” 4:30 p.m. (last names beginning with A-L) and 6 p.m. (last names beginning with M-Z) Nov. 4, at the center, 201 Lulu. Ages 8 and up. Adults needed. Call 316-262-2282.

This story was originally published October 25, 2014 at 7:15 PM with the headline "Sunday Arts calendar (Oct. 26)."