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On the go: Last call for Ren Fest

FILE-- Madeline Kahn is seen in character in the 1974 film 'Blazing Saddles.' Kahn, an Oscar-nominated actress and comedian best known for her work in 'Paper Moon' and 'Blazing Saddles,' died Friday, Dec. 3, 1999, of ovarian cancer. She was 57. (AP Photo/Handout)
FILE-- Madeline Kahn is seen in character in the 1974 film 'Blazing Saddles.' Kahn, an Oscar-nominated actress and comedian best known for her work in 'Paper Moon' and 'Blazing Saddles,' died Friday, Dec. 3, 1999, of ovarian cancer. She was 57. (AP Photo/Handout)HO

'Maid Marian in a Stolen Car'

Jaston Williams, creator of "Greater Tuna," returns to Galveston's Grand 1894 Opera House with his one-man show "Maid Marian in a Stolen Car." The show looks at Williams' life in theater. And, of course, he'll perform in drag.

When: 8 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday

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Where: 2020 Postoffice in Galveston

Tickets: $25-$65; thegrand.com

'Blazing Saddles' Quote-along

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It's been 40 years since it debuted, but Mel Brooks' 1974 film "Blazing Saddles" hasn't lost any of its bite. The Western spoof is vulgar, crude and often politically incorrect. Enjoy it and quote along with other fans at this interactive screening.

When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday

Where: 531 S. Mason, Katy

Tickets: $12; drafthouse.com

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Texas Renaissance Festival

The 40th edition of the Texas Renaissance Festival wraps up this weekend with three days of fun with the theme Celtic Christmas. It's also your last chance to attend the new Saturday-evening masked ball, which requires advance tickets ($75). When: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday-Sunday Where: 21778 FM 1774, between Magnolia and Plantersville Tickets: $13-$27; texrenfest.com, 900-458-3435