Acclaimed singer-songwriter Sara Hickman gears up to take the stage for an intimate concert as part of the Black Box Songwriter Series on Sunday, Feb. 18, at 8 p.m., in the cozy confines of Lewisville Grand Theater. For the music aficionados who appreciate good storytelling alongside their tunes, this is one show you won't want to miss.
Produced by the City of Lewisville, the series has a knack for presenting fans with the unique opportunity to hear musicians bare their sonic souls and share the tales woven into their songs. Hickman, with a heavy-hitter resume that boasts over 20 albums and a cornucopia of TV and radio appearances, is primed to enchant the audience at Lewisville's premier arts venue. As per the City of Lewisville, Texas, tickets are going for $20 a pop, tax, and fees included.
The prolific songstress isn't just a melody maker; she's a philanthropist at heart, having supported numerous nonprofits through her music. Habitat for Humanity, SAFE, and SPCA are just a few of the organizations that have benefited from her efforts, with funds raised in the hundreds of thousands.
The Lewisville Grand Theater, or The Grand for short, is the cultural heartbeat of Lewisville, boasting spaces like the 294-seat Huffines Performance Hall and an art gallery. Its doors are open to a spectrum of events, be it live music, theater, or dance. The Grand stands on 100 N. Charles Street, easily accessible from Interstate 35E — simply exit 452 and track east on Main Street to Charles Street, and The Grand, complete with free public parking, will be on the left. For any souls interested in supporting the local arts or checking out the upcoming event's roster, hitting up LewisvilleGrand.com or dialing 972.219.8446 will get you the insider info you need.
This song-centric series plays a role in the "Old Town" Big Move, a key component in the Lewisville 2025 vision plan aimed at spurring cultural and economic growth. Hickman's performance is but a taste of the plan's initiative to enhance and invigorate the local arts scene.
