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Now-Nov. 6 Strong Hearts, Inspired Minds is the theme of the Seventh Annual Art Show presented by TCC Women In New Roles. The exhibit will be in the Carillon Gallery of the Joe B. Rushing Center for the Performing Arts on South Campus. Gallery hours are 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday-Thursday.

Now-Nov. 15 Pocket Sandwich Theatre in Dallas opens Fangs for the Memories. Hardboiled private detective Dirk Spatula returns for another chapter with the supernatural in mysterious New Orleans. Shows are Thursday-Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 7 p.m. Call 214-821-1860 for reservations.

Now-Nov. 16 Martha Simkins Rediscovered is on display at the Irving Arts Center in the Main Gallery. Born in Florida in 1866 and reared in Texas, Simkins lived and painted in both New York and Dallas until her death in 1969 at 103. The exhibition consists of more than 50 works and is comprised of portraits, figural images, still lifes and landscapes. Gallery hours are Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m. Exhibits are free. For more information, call 972-252-7558.

Now-Nov. 16 Flyin’ West by Pearl Cleage opens at Jubilee Theatre. The story revolves around three sisters, freed slaves, who move to Kansas and the land-grant homestead to meet their dreams. Surprises and laughter bubble up in this family drama that brings a unique milieu and era to the stage in ways not seen before. Performances are 8:15 p.m. Friday-Saturday and 3:15 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Tickets range from $14 to $20 with some discounts available. Call 817-338-4411 for reservations.

Now-Nov. 22 Circle Theatre presents the Southwest premiere of Desperate Affection, a suspense comedy by Bruce Graham. The action revolves around an actress whose perfect man has secret motives. The President is the “tie that binds” them as they travel on a roller-coaster ride of unpredictable twists and turns. Show times are Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 4 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Tickets cost $15-$25. Call 817-877-3040 for reservations.

Now-Nov. 22 Stockyards Murder Mysteries presents Fallen Angel, an interactive mystery set in 1880s Fort Worth, featuring Marshal Jim Courtright as the investigator. The $29.95 tickets include a barbecue buffet and the show. Tax and gratuity are not included in the price. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays. Attendees should meet at the Stockyards Visitor’s Center at 7 p.m. To order tickets, call 817-626-5252.

Now-Dec. 31 Omni Theatre in the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History presents Lewis & Clark: Great Journey West. The film tells the story of the team’s arduous expedition from 1803 to 1806, the wildlife they encountered, the punishing winters they endured, the diverse Native American tribes they met and the breathtaking vistas the explorers experienced on their legendary journey into uncharted territory. The 45-minute production illustrates the generosity of Native American tribes and dramatizes the beauty, danger and glory of the epic journey. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for children (3-12) and seniors (60+). Call 817-255-9300 for times or advance tickets or visit www.fortworthmuseum.org.

Now-Feb. 28 The Omni at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History will take audience members out for a spin of a different sort with the new large-format film STRAIGHT UP: Helicopters in Action. Narrated by Martin Sheen, Straight Up celebrates the critical role helicopters play in a turbulent world. Various situations show the unique maneuvering and lifting abilities that make the helicopter an essential tool. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for children (3-12) and seniors (60+). Call 817-255-9300 for times and advance tickets.

Oct. 31-Nov. 1 The SE opera workshop presents Help! Help! The Globolinks, a children’s opera written by Carlo Menotti, at 2:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. both days. In this child-friendly opera, a young girl is forced to face invading aliens with a violin as her only weapon. Tickets are $3 for adults, $1 for students and senior citizens and free for anyone in costume.

Nov. 1 South Campus drama students will perform A. R. Gurney’s social satire, The Perfect Party, at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. When a literature professor quits his job to become the planner of perfect parties, a newspaper critic causes problems. The production is also the campus entry in the American College Theatre Festival, which will be in Tyler next week. Rated PG-13 for strong language and sexual innuendo, the production will be presented in the Recital Hall Theater. Admission is free for TCC students, $3 for other students and $5 for all others.

Nov. 5-8 NE Campus theater department presents All in the Timing, a series of one acts, directed by students. Show times are at 8 p.m. with a Saturday matinee at 2 p.m. Because of construction in the NE theater, performances will be in the Student Center in the Cafeteria seating area. Tickets are free for TCC students, faculty and staff, $3 for other students and seniors and $5 for general public.

Nov. 5 The Singers, featuring Simone Jackson-Rogers and Toni Bishop, will start at 7 p.m. at the Sammons Center for the Arts. Each, along with band members, will present a set with an intermission between. The two offer contrasting vocal styles to make the evening more entertaining. The $25 ticket includes valet parking, coffee, wine, beer, soft drinks and light appetizers. Doors open at 7 p.m. Call 214-520-7789 for tickets.