'The 39 Steps'
This parody play—based on the 1915 novel and 1935 Alfred Hitchcock adaptation—tells the story of a man who meets a mysterious woman who claims to be a spy.
- Oct. 25-Nov. 17, times vary
- $15-$20
- The Core Theatre, 518 W. Arapaho Road, Ste. 115, Richardson
- www.thecoretheatre.org
The Texas Jazz Cats will perform vintage swing jazz songs made famous by artists such as Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Sammy Davis Jr., Dean Martin and more as part of the CityLine Live concert series.
- Oct. 26, 6-9 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 1150 State St., Richardson
- https://tinyurl.com/39n9t4s4
Head to the Richardson Library to learn about the basics of light, composition and exposure.
- Oct. 30, 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
- Free
- 2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Richardson
- www.cor.net/departments/public-library
The Richardson Chamber of Commerce and Soccer Spectrum are partnering for a community Halloween event featuring trick-or-treating, costume contests, games and more.
- Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
- Free
- Soccer Spectrum, 1251 Digital Drive, Richardson
- https://tinyurl.com/4s8ep7wn
The Richardson Symphony Orchestra will perform Aaron Copland's “Appalachian Spring,” Zoltán Kodály's “Galánta of Dances” and Johannes Brahms's “Double Concerto.” The show will feature Chloé Kiffer playing the violin and Horacio Contreras playing the cello.
- Nov. 2, 7:30 p.m.
- $25-$85
- Eisemann Center for the Performing Arts, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson
- www.eisemanncenter.com
Head to the Eisemann Center in this all ages sing along. Attendees will experience their favorite songs performed by a live band while watching the full film.
- Nov. 8, 8 p.m.; Nov. 9, 2 p.m.
- $40-$60
- 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson
- www.eisemanncenter.com
Jazzmeia Horn will perform with the Texins Jazz Band, a Dallas-based 18-piece community big band, at the Eisemann Center.
- Nov. 10, 7 p.m.
- $24-$34
- 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson
- www.eisemanncenter.com
The Richardson YMCA is hosting its second annual cornhole tournament. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit the YMCA’s fundraising efforts. All ages are welcome, and there will be food and drink specials available.
- Nov. 15, 6 p.m.
- $40 (individual), $80 (team)
- Soccer Spectrum, 1251 Digital Drive, Richardson
- www.ymcadallas.org/richardson-cornhole
The 19th annual Gobble Hobble features a 5K race and fun run benefiting the Richardson Boy’s and Girl’s Club. All are welcome to race. The fun run is not a timed event.
- Nov. 23, 8 a.m.
- $55 (5K), $40 (fun run)
- 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson
- www.gobblehobble.com