Sept. 6 – Nov. 8, Loteria-All Grown Up.
An exhibit that revisits the old game and proposes the youth’s twist on the versions of faces, images, and icons that appear on the existing cards. The essence of the game remains intact with rules unchanged. Mediums will include: silk-screening, photography, painting on found objects and sculpture. All work will be done by youth in the Creative Kids programs that include youth battling cancer from Providence Memorial Hospital and youth living in El Paso Public Housing. Creative Kids oLo Gallery, 504 San Francisco Ave. Info: .915.533.9575.

Nov. 15 – Jan. 31, ‘Feelings and Expressions.’
This exhibit will showcase all of the Creative Kids programs in the community. This includes youth battling mental health issues and disabilities from El Paso MHMR, at-risk youth living in Kennedy and Salazar Housing Projects as well as youth battling cancer at Providence Memorial Hospital. Mediums that will be displayed include photography, digital media, sculpture and painting on canvas. Creative Kids oLo Gallery, 504 San Francisco Ave. Info: 915.533.9575.

Nov. 16- Dec. 18, ‘Murders of 1940.’
The El Paso Playhouse presents ‘The Murders of 1940,’ a musical comedy by John Bishop, directed by Jan H. Wolfe. The El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana Ave. Info: 915.532.1317.

Dec. 1, San Jacinto Plaza Christmas Tree Lighting.
The 73rd annual “Christmas in Lights” continues the holiday tradition of the plaza’s spectacular Christmas tree and displays. Entertainment begins at 4:30 p.m., guest speakers at 5:30 p.m. with the lighting at approximately 5:55 p.m., followed by the Holiday Lights Parade. San Jacinto Plaza in Downtown El Paso. Info: 915.541.4331.

Dec. 1, Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular.
This popular show has traveled around the country for more than 20 years and is billed as the world’s largest and longest running touring laser show. 8 p.m. Abraham Chavez Theatre, 1 Civic Center Plaza. Info: 915.544.8444 or www.ticketmaster.com.

Dec. 3–7, 10–14, 17–18, “12 Days of Christmas.”
Celebrate the season with 12 days of festive entertainment. 5 – 5:45 p.m. San Jacinto Plaza in Downtown El Paso. Info: 915.541.4331.

Dec. 6, Handel’s ‘Messiah.’
The El Paso Choral Society and Juárez Symphony Orchestra present Handel’s masterpiece, conducted by Prentice Loftin. ‘The Messiah’ is one of the world’s great choral works, with the most famous chorus in all of music. Featured soloists include Thea Chia, Genevieve Tejeda, Joe Estala and Reuben Reza. 7:30 p.m. Abraham Chavez Theatre, 1 Civic Center Plaza. Tickets: $15 - $25. Info: 915.544.8444 or 915.833.0263.

Dec. 9, Holiday Afternoon with EPSO.
Enjoy an afternoon of traditional holiday music presented by The El Paso Symphony Orchestra. The program is presented by the “Step Up and Aim High Program Partners” and benefits the El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation, El Paso Independent School District Fund and the Eugene Pate Scholarship Fund. 2 pm. The Plaza Theatre, 125 Pioneer Plaza. Tickets: $20, family discounts available. Info: 915.566.4066 or 915.532.3776.

Dec. 12, Evita.
Winner of seven Tony Awards, ‘Evita’ brings to life the dynamic, larger-than-life persona of Eva Peron, wife of former Argentine dictator Juan Peron. Blessed with charisma, Eva captivated a nation by championing the working class. The exuberant production creates a gripping theatrical experience and features Andrew Lloyd Webber’s compelling Latin, pop and jazz influenced score. One of the most popular collaborations between Webber and Tim Rice, this legendary musical features the memorable song, “Don’t Cry for Me, Argentina.” 7:30 p.m. The Plaza Theatre, 125 Pioneer Plaza. Info: 915.534.0600.

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