‘Ghostbusters’ and other movies opening in Columbia this weekend
MOVIES OPENING THIS WEEKEND IN COLUMBIA
“THE INFILTRATOR” (R): A U.S. government agent (Bryan Cranston) poses as a money launderer for drug kingpin Pablo Escobar in director Brad Furman’s fact-based thriller.
“GHOSTBUSTERS” (PG-13): Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon and Leslie Jones are on the hunt for paranormal activity in this remake of the 1984 comedy classic.
“TICKLED” (R): A documentary investigation about an online tickling competition leads to trouble for directors David Farrier and Dylan Reeve.
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FRIDAY, JULY 15
>>> MUSIC
3RD ANNUAL HALL JOHNSON SUMMER CAMP CONCERT: 6 p.m. Friday at First Calvary Baptist Church. High school choral students who have been studying this week at Allen University’s Johnson Summer Camps will offer a concert for the community, with Roland Carter conducting. Free. 1401 Pine St.
SATURDAY, JULY 16
>>> FASHION
SHOWCASE ON THE RUNWAY 2016: 8 p.m. cocktails, 9 p.m. show Saturday at 701 Whaley. Come out and have a cocktail while enjoying live artistry, fashion, and a line up of musical performances at this fifth annual event. Get creative ideas for wearing clothing you see every day, and see offerings of local designers and stores. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. 701 Whaley St. www.limitlessdreamer.com
>>> THEATRE
DISNEY’S “THE LITTLE MERMAID:” Opening night, 7:30 p.m. Friday at Town Theatre. Life under the sea is a magical kingdom. Yet, despite the wonders of the sea floor, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel still longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. She bargains with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her mermaid tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends Flounder, Scuttle and Sebastian to restore order. The cast includes more than 50 performers. Runs through July 31. $25 adults; $20 seniors (65 and older), military, college; $15 youth (17 and younger). 1012 Sumter St. www.towntheatre.com
>>> AT THE MUSEUM
MULTICULTURAL DAY AND COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at the S.C. State Museum. In conjunction with the exhibit “RACE: Are We So Different?,” the museum will host this event that features several cultural organizations showcasing their traditional customs, dance and music. Midlands community health groups will be available for free screenings, as well as panel discussions addressing health disparities in South Carolina. Free with admission to museum: $6.95 children 12 and under, $7.95 seniors, $8.95 for adults. 301 Gervais St. www.scmuseum.org