{"id":6889,"date":"2025-10-16T16:28:08","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T16:28:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/6889\/"},"modified":"2025-10-16T16:28:08","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T16:28:08","slug":"weekend-worthy-killer-birds-attack-in-suspenseful-fort-worth-play","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/6889\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekend Worthy: Killer birds attack in suspenseful Fort Worth play"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Happy Thursday,<\/p>\n<p>Run for cover! A killer flock is swooping down for the attack in a <a href=\"https:\/\/fortworthreport.org\/event\/the-birds\/2025-10-17\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">new thrilling Fort Worth play opening this weekend at Amphibian Stage<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Birds\u201d tells the story of three strangers seeking shelter in an abandoned home. But, they quickly realize the biggest threat might not be coming from outside.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The play is <a href=\"https:\/\/mrnsmith.wordpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/the-birds-by-daphne-du-maurier.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">based on Daphne du Maurier\u2019s story<\/a>, which served as the inspiration for Alfred Hitchcock\u2019s famous 1963 film. This stage adaptation stands on its own from its predecessors.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>I attended the cast\u2019s final dress rehearsal Tuesday night and can attest this is an intimate and thrilling show perfect for the spooky season. There are jaw-dropping moments you don\u2019t want to miss.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/fortworthreport.org\/event\/the-birds\/2025-10-16\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Seek shelter at Fort Worth theater\u2019s adaption of classic horror story<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The play, which is on stage through Nov. 9, has a runtime of roughly 90 minutes with no intermission. The show contains sexual situations, loud noises and moments of darkness. <\/p>\n<p>What: \u201cThe Birds\u201d<\/p>\n<p>When: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 16; 8 p.m. Oct 17-18; 2 p.m. Oct. 19<\/p>\n<p>Where: Amphibian Stage, 120 S. Main St., Fort Worth<\/p>\n<p>Admission: <a href=\"https:\/\/amphibianstage.com\/shows\/the-birds\/#get-tickets-sidebar\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">$5-$102<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/fortworthreport.org\/event\/28th-annual-butterfly-flutterby\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Soar to new heights during monarch butterfly celebration<\/a> <\/p>\n<p>Learn about the species\u2019 migration journey from Canada to Mexico and how they pass through Grapevine. Enjoy a costume contest and live butterfly releases. <\/p>\n<p>What: 28th Annual Butterfly Flutterby<\/p>\n<p>When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 18<\/p>\n<p>Where: 411 Ball St., Grapevine Botanic Garden, Grapevine<\/p>\n<p>Admission: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grapevinetexasusa.com\/events\/annual-events-festivals\/butterfly-flutterby\/?utm_source=Calendar&amp;utm_medium=Calendar&amp;utm_campaign=FTWMag&amp;utm_term=CommCal&amp;utm_content=Butterfly\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Free<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/fortworthreport.org\/event\/dedication-of-unfolding-time-public-art-installation\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Drive in circles to explore city\u2019s new public art installations<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Two new artworks, situated in the roundabouts at Cromwell-Marine Creek Road and Longhorn Road, encourage viewers to slow down and enjoy time in their days. The sculptures were funded by the 2008 bond program. <\/p>\n<p>What: Dedication: \u201cUnfolding Time,\u201d a permanent public art exhibition featuring \u201cOne Way\u201d and \u201cA Very Long Now\u201d<\/p>\n<p>When: 10 a.m. Oct. 18<\/p>\n<p>Where: Fort Worth Public Library \u2013 Northwest Branch, 6228 Crystal Lake Drive, Fort Worth<\/p>\n<p>Admission: <a href=\"https:\/\/fwpublicart.org\/events\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Free<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/fortworthreport.org\/event\/rock-n-roll-rummage-sale\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Rock out to return of southside vintage market festival<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Over 100 vendors bring their vintage clothing, home goods and art to Fort Worth\u2019s Near Southside. On-site music demo recording, flash tattoos and henna will also be available. <\/p>\n<p>What: Rock \u2019n\u2019 Roll Rummage Sale<\/p>\n<p>When: Noon-5 p.m. Oct. 18<\/p>\n<p>Where: South Main Micro Park, 105 S. Main St., Fort Worth<\/p>\n<p>Admission: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/1223190572865897\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Free<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/fortworthreport.org\/event\/alejandro-fernandez-de-rey-a-rey-tour\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Honor legacy of Mexican music icon Vicente Fern\u00e1ndez at rescheduled concert<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Alejandro Fern\u00e1ndez will honor his late father\u2019s decadeslong musical journey by performing his greatest hits, including \u201cVolver, Volver\u201d and \u201cEl Rey.\u201d The show was originally scheduled for Sept. 6.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>What: Alejandro Fern\u00e1ndez de Rey a Rey Tour<\/p>\n<p>When: 8-11 p.m. Oct. 18<\/p>\n<p>Where: Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth<\/p>\n<p>Admission: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ticketmaster.com\/event\/0C006151B6552698?_gl=1*1aghgl5*_ga*MTA2MzQ5MDg2My4xNzU2OTIxMTY1*_ga_HKW2NK7P1L*czE3NjAzODk3NTMkbzgkZzAkdDE3NjAzODk3NTMkajYwJGwwJGgw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">$51-$300<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Thanks for reading! Do you have a Weekend Worthy event? Add it to our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/fortworthreport.us7.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=799820caaea9dedfcb357e30f&amp;id=680f072f46&amp;e=6132fd662e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">community calendar<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>David Moreno is the arts and culture reporter for the Fort Worth Report. Contact him at david.moreno@fortworthreport.org or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/davidmreports\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@davidmreports<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>At the Fort Worth Report, news decisions are made independently of our board members and financial supporters. 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