Sept. 1 – Oct. 14, Bodies Human: Anatomy in Motion. Bodies Human gives an up-close look inside skeletal, muscular, respiratory and circulatory systems in an extraordinary display of more than 100 authentic human specimens. It includes whole bodies, individual organs and transparent body slices that have been preserved through a process of plastination, a technique that replaces body fluids with reactive plastics. LYNX Exhibits, 300 W. San Antonio. Open 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Admission: $14.50 - $20. Info: 915.533.4330.
Sept. 9 – Nov. 18, The Creative World. The El Paso Museum of Art proudly presents the work of legendary American artist Peter Max. The exhibition guides the viewer through Max’ entire artistic oeuvre, including his early figurative paintings, his explosive and psychedelic art from the 1960s and 1970s, his graphic design and fine art from the 1980s and 1990s and his current work. El Paso Museum of Art, One Arts Festival Plaza. Info: www.elpasoartmuseum.org.
Sept. 15, Travis LeDoyt. He looks like Elvis. He sounds like Elvis. He moves like Elvis, and in moments after the curtain rises, you’ll swear Travis LeDoyt is Elvis. 7:30 p.m. Abraham Chavez Theatre. Admission available as a season package only; season tickets are $75. Info: 915.544.2022.
Sept. 15, Museum of Art Foreign Films. Showing No Man’s Land (UK, 2001, R). 2 p.m. Admission is FREE. El Paso Museum of Art, One Arts Festival Plaza. Info: www.elpasoartmuseum.org.
Sept. 17, The Killers. The Killers are an American rock band from Las Vegas, Nevada, formed in 2002. They released their debut album, Hot Fuss, in 2004. Their second album, Sam’s Town, was released in early October 2006. Their first two albums to date have sold in excess of 8,750,000 copies. Abraham Chavez Theatre. For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.com or call 915.544.8444.
Sept. 17, Peter Frampton. The iconic performer comes to The Plaza Theatre. Tickets currently on sale through Ticketmaster. Visit www.ticketmaster.com or call 915.544.8444.
Sept. 22, Museum of Art Foreign Films. Showing Four Days in September (Brazil, 1997, R). 2 p.m. El Paso Museum of Art, One Arts Festival Plaza. Info: www.elpasoartmuseum.org.
Sept. 25 – Oct. 25, Chris Rauschenberg. An evening at the gallery with Chris Raushenberg. Creative Kids oLo Gallery, 504 San Francisco Ave. 6 p.m. Info: 915.533.9575.
Sept. 29, Museum of Art Foreign Films. Showing Notre Musique (France, 2004, Not Rated). Admission is FREE. 2 p.m. El Paso Museum of Art, One Arts Festival Plaza. Info: www.elpasoartmuseum.org.
Oct. 4, ‘Power of the Purse’ Party. The Women’s Fund sponsors the Power of the Purse 2007 fundraised and shopping celebration. The event includes a handbag Mercado featuring designer handbags, some donated by celebrities, live music, young designers’ showcase, vendors and more. Creative Kids of oLo Gallery, 504 San Francisco Ave. 6 - 9 p.m. Preview party from 5 - 6 p.m. Tickets: $60 ($100 for preview party and event). Info: 915.534.4673 or www.womensfundofelpaso.org.
Oct. 5, Stay Tuned. Five By Design presents the cool riffs, from classic skits to comedy hits. The group’s newest production is a musical journey through the early days of television. Presented by Showtime! El Paso. A fun and unique way to appreciate the progression of TV. 7:30 p.m. Abraham Chavez Theatre, 1 Civic Center Plaza. Tickets: $20 general admission, $5 students/youth. Info: 915.544.2022.
Oct. 6, Museum of Art Foreign Films. The History of Boys (UK, 2006, Rated-R). El Paso Museum of Art, One Arts Festival Plaza. 2 p.m. FREE. Info: www.elpasoartmuseum.org.
Oct. 6 – 28, ‘The Miracle Worker’. Kids-N-Co.’s 2007 season opens with ‘Miracle Worker,’ the heartwarming play based on the life of Helen Keller and her teacher Anne Sullivan. Performance Center, 1301 Texas. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets: $5-$7 (at door only, no reservations). Info: 915.351.1455.
Oct. 12 – Nov. 3, ‘The Day They Kidnapped the Pope’. Stephanie Conwell directs ‘The Day They Kidnapped the Pope,’ written by Joao Bethencourt. The El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Info: 915.532.1317.
Oct. 13, ‘Ring of Fire.’ Broadway in El Paso begins its 2007-2008 season with the music of the Man in Black, featuring 38 signature songs from the legendary Johnny Cash. The Plaza Theatre, 125 Pioneer Plaza. Info: 915.534.0600 or 915.544.8444.
Oct. 13, Chupacabras Race. Over 2,800 are expected to participate in the 11th annual 65-mile mountain bike race along the U.S./Mexico border. Cost: $26. Info: www.chupacabras100km.org.
