MRS. DOUBTFIRE & DR. SEUSS’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL
Bass Performance Hall
525 Commerce St., Fort Worth, 817-212-4280, basshall.com

A pair of Broadway series shows will take center stage at Bass Hall in November. First up, “Mrs. Doubtfire” tells the story of an out-of-work actor who will do anything for his kids. This comedy, based on the beloved film, is under the direction of four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks. The Hollywood Reporter calls it “a feel-good, family-friendly comedy that delivers” and “is a lovable, big-hearted musical comedy we need right now,” according to the Chicago Tribune. Next up, the holiday classic “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical.” Music from the original animated series like “ You’re A Mean One Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas” are included. The show has captured the imaginations of more than 2.1 million kids and adults and broke box office records during a two-year run in New York.
Mrs. Doubtfire: Nov. 5 – 10
How the Grinch Stole Christmas: Nov. 19 – 24

LEGENDS CONCERT SERIES
UNT Health Science Center
525 Commerce St., Fort Worth, 817-735-0204, unthsc.edu/legends

Little River Band and Three Dog Night are headlining the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth’s annual signature fundraiser, the Legends Concert Series, which will take place at Bass Performance Hall in November. The concert, presented by JPMorgan Chase & Co., funds HSC student scholarships. More than $2.5 million has been raised since the concert launched in 2013. Tickets, including VIP and sponsorship packages, are available for purchase through the UNT Health Science Center website.
The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 17

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG
Stage West
821 W. Vickery Blvd., Fort Worth, 817-784-9378, stagewest.org

Back by popular demand, “The Play That Goes Wrong” explores the opening night of the play “The Murder at Haversham Manor.” Everything that could go wrong, does. An unconscious leading lady, actors who trip over everything, and a corpse that is unable to stay still, bring mishaps and mania. This Olivier Award Winner for Best New Comedy will bring down the house and leave audiences laughing all night long. Nov. 29 – Dec. 22

CELEBRACIÓN SINFÓNICA
Rose Marine Theater
1440 N. Main St., Fort Worth, 817-665-6000, fwsymphony.org

The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra brings this free multicultural concert in partnership with Artes de la Rosa. “Celebración Sinfónica” features works by Latin-American composers whose voices have been pivotal in classical music. The concert starts at 2 p.m. Nov. 9

MOZART, SCHULHOFF AND KORNGOLD & HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
E. 4th St., Fort Worth, 817-665-6000, fwsymphony.org

Join the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra for two different November performances. First, the Chamber Program series at Kimbell Art Museum features music by composer Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Erwin Schulhoff. Korngold is known for film scores to “The Adventures of Robin Hood” and “Captain Blood.” During this performance, the symphony will feature his “Piano Trio in D Major,” a nod to Korngold’s beautiful concert works. Mozart’s “Serenade No. 12 in C minor” and Schulhoff’s “Divertissement for Oboe, Clarinet and Bassoon” are also part of the concert. Then, get into the holiday spirit at Bass Performance Hall with the annual Home for the Holidays concert. Music lovers of all ages can sing along in a caroling session featuring several holiday favorites. And be on the lookout for Good Saint Nick!
Chamber Concert: Nov. 24
Home For the Holidays: Nov. 29 – 30

CAROLINE SHAW & GABRIEL KAHANE
Cliburn Sessions at Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall
122 E. Exchange, Fort Worth, 817-738-6536, cliburn.org

Pianist Gabriel Kahane and violist Caroline Shaw are teaming up on a new project and will showcase their combined talents on a Tuesday night in Fort Worth. The project includes a collaborative piece around Jorge Luis Borges’ 1939 short story, “The Library of Babel.” Kahane has been tabbed as “one of the finest songwriters of the day” by The New Yorker and has released five albums as a singer-songwriter. Many of America’s leading arts institutions, including Carnegie Hall and the LA Philharmonic, have commissioned his work. Shaw has received the 2013 Pulitzer Prize in Music, several Grammy awards and a Thomas J. Watson Fellowship. She moves between roles, genres and mediums, producing more than 100 works in the last decade. Her music has been part of several films and television shows like “The Humans,” “Yellowjackets,” “Maid,” Beyoncé’s “Homecoming” and Dolly Parton’s “America.” Nov. 12

TIM BURTON’S THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS IN CONCERT
Will Rogers Auditorium
3401 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth, 817-665-6000, fwsymphony.org

Here’s just the right Fort Worth Symphony show to get you in the mood for the holidays. Released in 1993, Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas” was directed by Henry Selick and based on a story and characters by Tim Burton. Nov. 2

THE NUTCRACKER
Texas Ballet Theater
Bass Performance Hall, 525 Commerce St.

“The Nutcracker” is returning to Bass Performance Hall. Texas Ballet Theater will tell the beloved story of how Clara dreams about the Nutcracker prince defeating the Mouse King. Experience the magic and joy of the holiday season while joining Clara and the Nutcracker on their adventure in the Land of Sweets. Tickets are available online at texasballettheater.org. Dec. 13-29