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by Tucson Citizen on Feb. 14, 2008, under Calendar, Local
Noël Chester, Dwayne Palmer and Charlie Solis in "Topsy Turvy Mouse."
‘Topsy Turvy Mouse’ tackles hot political issues
Borderlands Theater examines “the connection between violence and abuse in our daily lives and the U.S. military incarcerations and torture in today’s headlines” in “Topsy Turvy Mouse” by Peter Gil-Sheridan. The play tells how Richie’s life begins to unravel after a disturbing photograph of his parents’ service in Iraq is posted to his locker. When: Previews Thursday, opens Friday and continues through March 2. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays, with Sunday matinees at 2. Where: Temple of Music and Art Cabaret Theatre, 330 S. Scott Ave. Price: $10.75-$19.75 Info: 882-7406, www.borderlandstheater.org
68th annual Old Time Fiddle Contest on Sunday
Fiddler enthusiasts will have a showdown at this contest, co-sponsored by the Tucson Parks & Recreation Department and the Southern Arizona Old Time Fiddlers Association. When: Registration begins at 9 a.m. Sunday, the contest at 10 Where: DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center in Reid Park Price: The event is free to watch, but there is a fee to compete Info: 743-7086, 791-4873 Directions: on 22nd Street and Country Club Road
‘Forever Tango’ brings passion of dance to stage
Direct from a Broadway revival, Luis Bravo’s acclaimed dance spectacular features an all-star Argentine cast of 14 dancers and 11 onstage musicians. When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday Where: Centennial Hall, 1020 E. University Blvd. Price: $23-$49 Info: 621-3341, www.uapresents.org
