Entertainment

Symphony of Southeast Texas “Platinum Jubilee: A Celebration of Resilience”

The Symphony of Southeast Texas will open their 70th season, “Platinum Jubilee: A Celebration of Resilience,” on Saturday, Sept. 17, at 7:30 p.m. at the Julie Rogers Theatre (765 Pearl St.) in downtown Beaumont.

The Oak Ridge Boys

Legendary country and Gospel vocal quartet The Oak Ridge Boys will bring their “Front Porch Singin’ Tour” to the Jefferson Theatre on Sunday, Sept. 18, at 7 p.m. Ticket prices start at $30 and can be purchased online at ticketmaster.com.

Gatorfest 2022

Nearby Anahuac was labeled the “Alligator Capital of Texas” by the Texas Legislature in 1989. Alligators outnumber the residents 3-1, so it was only natural for the townsfolk to create a festival in honor of the reptile. The 30th annual Texas Gatorfest is scheduled for Friday, Sept.

‘The Music Man’ at BCP

Beaumont Community Players’ season opener begins Sept. 9 with one of the most universally loved treasures of American musical theater in Meredith Willson’s “The Music Man.” In 1957, the show became a hit on Broadway, winning five Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and ran 1,375 performances.

End of Summer Destinations

Though summer doesn’t officially end until Sept. 22, or so says your handy wall calendar, Labor Day usually reminds us that it’s really the last holiday to enjoy those outdoor activities, especially at the beach.

Miller Outdoor Theatre

Since 1923, Miller Outdoor Theatre in Houston’s Hermann Park has been one of the area’s most beloved cultural treasures, a gathering place for the community and the site of thousands of memorable free performances.   Labor Day weekend will be loaded with two free shows beginning Friday, Sept.

Concert photos: Rob Zombie 'Freaks on Parade Tour'

Rob Zombie headlined the "Freaks on Parade Tour" on Aug. 21 at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in nearby Houston along with special guests Mudvayne, Static-X and Powerman 5000. Chad Cooper is the Entertainment Editor. Contact cooper@theexaminer.com.

Jazz at the Lake

The final summer installment of Jazz at the Lake will feature Dean James on Thursday, Aug. 25, at the Downtown Event Centre from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Boomtown Film & Music Festival returns

Cinema enthusiasts, filmmakers and artists will convene in downtown Beaumont for weekend filled with movies, music and more at the annual Boomtown Film & Music Festival to be held Friday, Sept. 9 through Sunday, Sept. 11 at multiple venues.

Embrace for a spectacular 43rd Lutcher season

For those who have yet to experience a show inside the state-of-the-art, 1,500-seat world class performing arts facility known as the Lutcher Theater at 707 Main Ave. in Orange, here’s your chance.