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    What to do in Waco this week: 10/7 – 10/9

    Kristina ValdezBy Kristina ValdezNovember 6, 2017Updated:November 27, 2017 Arts and Life No Comments2 Mins Read
    The Baylor Theatre cast is performing "This Random World" Nov. 7-12. William Barksdale | Multimedia Journalist
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    By Kristina Valdez | Arts & Life Editor

    Tuesday, Nov. 7

    “This Random World” play opens

    Location: Mabee Theatre | Time: 7:30 p.m. | Cost: $20

    Opening night of Baylor Theater’s new play, “This Random World,” pulls open the curtains at Mabee Theatre. Tickets start at $20.

    World-renowned opera star performs

    Location: Waco Hall | Time: 8 p.m. | Cost: Free

    World-renowned soprano opera star Renee Fleming will perform in Waco Hall, guaranteeing an enlightening performance for free.

    Wednesday, Nov. 8

    Waco Wednesday at the Backyard

    Location: The Backyard Bar, Stage & Grill | Time: 8 p.m. | Cost: Free

    Country rock band Armadillo Mudflaps performs for free at Backyard Bar, Stage & Grill as part of its Waco Wednesdays.

    Thursday, Nov. 9

    Contemporary Christian artists perform

    Location: Common Grounds | Time: 1 – 4 p.m. | Cost: Starting at $10

    Contemporary Christian artists KB X Trip Lee & Hometeam Tour will be performing at Common Grounds. Ticket prices begin at $10.

    Baylor Jazz Ensemble performs

    Location: Jones Concert Hall | Time: 7:30 p.m. | Cost: Free

    Baylor Concert Jazz Ensemble will fill the Jones Concert Hall with sounds from the 18-member group.

    Rock artist to perform

    Location: Backyard Bar Stage & Grill| Time: 8:30 p.m. | Cost: Starting at $20

    Rock artist Sebastian Bach will perform live at the Backyard Bar, Stage & Grill. Ticket prices begin at $20.

    Ongoing

    Oct. 5 – Nov. 12 — Danville Chadbourne: Retrospective Part IV is open at the Martin Museum of Art for free until Nov. 12. This exhibit of small wooden figures will fill up the gallery.

    Nov. 4 – Nov. 30 — “Ekphrasis : An Exploration of the Mind Body Soul,” the month-long display of artwork from Sixth to Eighth Street, will bring awareness to mental health challenges. The exhibit will be along Austin Avenue and Washington Avenue.

    Nov. 7 – Nov. 12 — Baylor Theatre’s new play, “This Random World,” will be pulling open the curtains of Mabee Theater at Baylor until Nov. 12. Tickets start at $20.

    Kristina Valdez

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