Beastie Boys tribute kicks off Best of Weekend plans – Pensacola News Journal


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FRIDAY

Sabotage – Tribute To The Beastie Boys: 7 p.m. Aug. 9. Vinyl Music Hall, 2 S. Palafox St. Formed from the finest young talent New Orleans has to offer, Sabotage is a true tribute to what the Beastie Boys stood for, pure energy and a funky attitude. Anchored by some of New Orleans’ best musicians and led by three notable frontmen, Sabotage is not your average tribute band. $15 to $25. For all ages. More info and ticket purchase: vinylmusichall.com.

Shakespeare in Shorts: 7:30 p.m. Aug. 9 and 10. Pensacola Opera Center, 75 S. Tarragona St. Condense Romeo and Juliet down to five scenes, set those scenes to music, and what do you have? Shakespeare’s most famous romantic tragedy performed in less than 20 minutes through rock opera parody and stage combat. Every word is sung, including the play’s most famous lines. First City Shakespeare and the Southeastern Teen Shakespeare Company present three shorts: Romeo and Juliet, The Merry Wives of Windsor, and Pyramus and Thisby. Each piece is performed in 30 minutes or less and includes music, song, and dance. $15 all seats. More info: setsco.org.

SATURDAY

Capstone’s 12th annual Wine a little, Dine a lot!: 5:30 p.m. Aug. 10. Skopelos at New World, 600 S. Palafox St. Eat, sip, and enjoy a delectable four-course dinner prepared by community favorite, Chef Gus Silivos, with wine pairings provided by Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. Other event attractions include silent and live auctions, live violin music by Maria Roschshin, craft beer samples from Big Beach Brewing Company, a paddle raise, live art demos, and a cork pull where guests will have the opportunity to win a surprise bottle of wine valued over $20 and up to $175. Admission: $125. More info: 850-432-1596.

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SUNDAY

Blues On The Bay: 6 p.m. Aug. 11. Community Maritime Park, 301 W. Main St. Pack coolers and bring lawn chairs and to the Hunter Amphitheater for the Blues Angel Music Blues on the Bay Concert Series. Enjoy a cool breeze off the bay while dancing and listening to some of the region’s best musical talent. This week features Cat Daddy Blues Band and Adam Holt. Free. More info: 850-457-7557 or cityofpensacola.com.

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