Aug. 29-Sept. 11: Watch an Agatha Christie mystery play
The Richardson Theatre Centre performs the Agatha Christie play “The Hollow'' until Sept. 11 at its main venue. The play involves romance, murder, mystery and characters with hidden motives, according to the event’s description. Tickets can be purchased online or at the box office. Showtimes and costs vary. Richardson Theatre Centre, 518 W. Arapaho Road, Ste. 113, Richardson. 972-699-1130. www.richardsontheatrecentre.net
Sept. 2-4: Attend the Texas Gospel Musical Festival
The Texas Gospel Musical Festival happens at the Eisemann Center Sept. 2-4. Artists headlining the festival include The Crabb Family, Triumphant Quartet, Greater Vision, Lynda Randle, Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, Mark Lowry and Legacy Five. Tickets can be purchased online. Times vary per show. $30-$38. Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4650. www.eisemanncenter.com/events-tickets
Sept. 9-30: Celebrate the Eisemann Center’s anniversary
As part of its 20th anniversary celebration, the Eisemann Center is partnering with The University of Texas at Dallas School of Arts, Technology and Emerging Communication to present “20 Years in 20 Minutes.” This special digital experience is designed to “encompass the impact the Eisemann Center has had on the cultural life and community of Richardson," former Eisemann Center Managing Director Bruce MacPherson said during a May City Council meeting. Tickets can be purchased online. Times vary per showing. $20. Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4650. www.eisemanncenter.com/events-tickets
Sept. 10: Rock out to the music of The Midtown Men
The Midtown Men return to the Eisemann Center for the theater’s 20th anniversary at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 10. Consisting of four original members from the musical “Jersey Boys,” this vocal group has performed twice before at the Eisemann Center. The group is one of the most popular and successful acts that performs at the theater, MacPherson said during a May City Council meeting. Tickets can be purchased online. 7:30 p.m. $51-$65. Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4650. www.eisemanncenter.com/events-tickets
Sept. 17: Contribute to Richardson’s 'Can Do' food drive
The city of Richardson takes canned food donations Sept. 17 at city hall to help fill the food pantry for local nonprofit Network of Community Ministries. This event will take place during the city’s Public Safety Expo. Richardson Civic Center, 411 W. Arapaho Road, Richardson. 972-744-4090. www.cor.net
Sept. 16-25: See 'Forever Plaid' at Repertory Company Theatre
The Repertory Company Theatre performs the '50s-inspired musical “Forever Plaid” Sept. 16-25. According to the event’s description, the show features nostalgic pop hits of the 1950s, with artists including "A Falling Star," "Day-O," "Perfidia," "Heart And Soul," and "Scotland The Brave." Tickets can be purchased online or at the box office. Showtimes vary. $18-$32. Repertory Company Theatre, 770 N. Coit Road, Richardson. 972-690-5029. www.rcttheatre.com
Sept. 22: Attend a charcuterie board workshop
The Creative Arts Guild of Wylie hosts a class in the CityLine plaza to teach residents how to create their own handcrafted cheese board. Instructors will have precut cheese boards ready to paint, stain and create a cheese board masterpiece, according to the event’s description. Entry to the workshop includes all of the materials needed to make the actual cheese board. Tickets are available online. 6:30-8:30 p.m. $70. CityLine Plaza, 1150 State St., Richardson. www.citylinedfw.com/events
Sept. 29-30: Compete in a bridge tournament
The Richardson Woman’s Club is holding its annual bridge festival at the club’s Founders Hall. According to the event’s description, those who attend will play party bridge Sept. 29 before battling for cash prizes Sept. 30. The event will cost $25 and includes lunch, a silent auction and prizes. The Richardson Woman’s Club is a local nonprofit that has several fundraising events and philanthropic programs. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $25. Richardson Woman’s Club, 2005 N. Cliffe Drive, Richardson. 972-238-0841. www.rwctx.org
