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THE MUSIC OF CREAM Plays The Palace
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2019
The pedigree of Cream-Ginger Baker's son Kofi Baker, Jack Bruce's son Malcolm Bruce, and Eric Clapton's nephew (by marriage) Will Johns-has come together for a multi-media concert experience that pays homage to the extraordinary legacy of the hallowed '60s trio. Audiences will enjoy personal stories, never-before-seen footage and photos, and live performances of Cream hits including "Sunshine of Your Love," "Crossroads," "Spoonful," and "White Room."
Grandview Heights Presents MAMMA MIA!
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2019
ABBA's hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman's search for her birth father. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother's past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter, and friendship--creating an unforgettable show. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you'll never forget! 
BWW reviews: Hotel California's Concert with Columbus Symphony A Little Too Peaceful, A Little Too Easy
by Paul Batterson - February 27, 2019
A friend once joked the Eagles were 'the official band of old WASP men everywhere.' To test the person's theory, another woman asked her husband, himself old, fat and balding, 'Honey, you like the Eagles, don't you?' The man, who missed out the set up of this conversation, exclaimed 'I looooove the Eagles.'
Explore Prehistoric Oceans With ERTH'S PREHISTORIC AQUARIUM ADVENTURE At The Southern
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
Erth's Prehistoric Aquarium Adventure is an immersive experience that invites you to jump in and explore unknown ocean depths where prehistoric marine reptiles lived eons ago - and maybe live still today. Erth shows are at the forefront of family entertainment, using actors, technology, puppets, science, and imagination to create an amazing visual experience that connects young audiences to the real science of paleontology.
THE DOLLOP Podcast Tour Stops At The Davidson
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
In 2014, history buff and comedian Dave Anthony decided to begin a new podcast wherein he would write up an unknown story from American history and read it to a different comedian each week, garnering a spontaneous reaction he hoped would be hilarious. His first guest comedian was Gareth Reynolds. The pair clicked immediately, and fans agreed, flooding social media with their approval. "The Dollop" quickly shot up the charts, drawing fans of both comedy and history to Dave's wild stories of history and Gareth's quick improv skills. Now with millions of downloads, "The Dollop" has become a regular presence at the top of the podcast charts, as well as selling out shows in both the US and Australia.
Photo Coverage: Inside the Pleasure Guild's Performance of Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID for Nationwide Children's Hospital
by Jerri Shafer - February 25, 2019
The Butterfly Guild - formerly Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children's Hospital presented Disney's The Little Mermaid February 22-24th, 2019. This is their annual broadway-style production at the historic Palace Theatre in downtown Columbus. All of the proceeds raised goes to support Nationwide Children's Hospital Hospice and Palliative Care Program.
CSO To Perform Mozart's REQUIEM
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2019
CSO Music Director Rossen Milanov leads the Columbus Symphony, Columbus Symphony Chorus, and four brilliant guest vocalists in a haunting and enigmatic performance of Mozart's last and unfinished masterpiece. This emotional journey is preceded by a clever piece by composer Mason Bates that combines technology and live sound to depict an orchestra of historic instruments.
CSO To Present HOTEL CALIFORNIA: A SALUTE TO THE EAGLES
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2019
Authorized by The Eagles, Hotel California incorporates their world-renowned vocal harmonies and authentic instrumentation into a stage spectacle that faithfully and accurately reproduces the multi-Grammy Award-winning sounds of The Eagles, including megahits "Take it Easy," "Heartache Tonight," and of course, "Hotel California," as well as select titles from the solo works of Don Henley, Glen Frey, and Joe Walsh.
Comedian Paula Poundstone Returns To The Southern
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019
Heralded as one of the country's foremost comics, Paula Poundstone is known for her smart, observational humor and spontaneous wit. Her quick-thinking, unscripted approach to comedy makes for a perfect fit as a regular panelist on NPR's #1 show, the screwball weekly news quiz show "Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me!" where she holds the record for game losses.
Suzan Bradford Appointed Executive Director Of The Lincoln Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2019
The Lincoln Theatre Association and CAPA today announced the appointment of Suzan Bradford as executive director of the Lincoln Theatre. Bradford has been serving as general manager of the Lincoln since its grand reopening in 2009 after a $13.5 million renovation.
World-Renowned Dance Company PILOBOLUS Returns To The Ohio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2019
For 47 years, internationally renowned movement company Pilobolus has tested the limit of human physicality, exploring the power of connected bodies. Its all-new work, Shadowland: The New Adventure, utilizes the company's mixed media exploration to tell a love story about two people on a quest to save a magical bird. Employing animation, video, and live shadow theatre, this madcap adventure dips its toe into the genres of science fiction, film noir, and romantic comedy.
LADYSMITH BLACK MAMBAZO Returns To The Lincoln Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2019
Anointed "South Africa's cultural ambassadors to the world" by Nelson Mandela, five-time Grammy Award-winning a cappella group Ladysmith Black Mambazo has warmed the hearts of audiences worldwide with their uplifting vocal harmonies, signature dance moves, and charming onstage banter for more than 50 years. Since the world discovered their powerful vocals in Paul Simon's 1986 album, Graceland, the original members have welcomed a younger generation of singers into the group to pass along the tradition of storytelling and help spread their message of peace, love, and harmony.
Photo Coverage: First look at Bloody Good Theatre Productions Theatre Company's LIZZIE
by Jerri Shafer - February 15, 2019
LIZZIE is four women fronting a six-piece rock band. LIZZIE is rage, sex, betrayal, and bloody murder. LIZZIE is American mythology set to a blistering rock score. LIZZIE is a new American musical with a sound owing less to Sondheim and Andrew Lloyd Webber than to Bikini Kill, the Runaways, and Heart. Performances run Friday, February 15th, at 7:30pm, Saturday, February 16th, at 2:00pm, and Saturday, February 16th, at 7:30pm at The Park Street Theatre (512 North Park Street). Tickets can be purchased at the door or by calling the CCT ticket office at 614-224-6672.
John Cusack Comes to The Palace
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2019
For fans of John Cusack and High Fidelity, a visit to Championship Vinyl would definitely make a "top five" list. Join Hollywood icon John Cusack when he makes his way to Palace Theatre for a live conversation and audience Q&A today, February 15. With a career spanning more than four decades and 70 film roles, John Cusack will share stories, answer audience questions, and following a screening of High Fidelity, give a behind-the-scenes look into the iconic film.
The CSO Presents JURASSIC PARK IN CONCERT At The Ohio
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2019
CSO Principal Pops Conductor Stuart Chafetz and the Columbus Symphony help celebrate the 25th anniversary of one of the biggest movie franchises of all time with Jurassic Park in Concert on March 23. Featuring visually stunning imagery and groundbreaking special effects, the action-packed adventure of Jurassic Park pits man against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival. Now audiences can experience the film as never before-projected in HD with the Columbus Symphony performing John Williams' iconic score live.
PUNCH BROTHERS Play The Southern
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2019
RENT 20th Anniversary Tour Comes To Columbus
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2019
Tickets are now on sale for the Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) and Broadway in Columbus (BIC) presentation of the RENT 20th Anniversary Tour at the Palace Theatre (34 W. Broad St.) March 19-24.
Photo Coverage: Inside Andrew Lippa's UNBREAKABLE * Album Release Party
by Jerri Shafer - February 11, 2019
On Sunday February 10th, Tom Regouski hosted an album release party for the Original Cast Recording of Andrew Lippa's latest work 'Unbreakable' Spanning 120 years of unsung history, Unbreakable is an epic choral work exploring the gay experience in America. Andrew talked about the album and played a few numbers from the show. The party was held at Ethel's bar at the Short North Stage.
CAPA Honors Origin With Free MIGHTY MORTON Organ Concert and Singalong
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2019
Celebrate the 91st birthday of the Ohio Theatre with a free concert and singalong showcasing the Ohio's original "Mighty Morton" theatre pipe organ. CAPA featured organist Clark Wilson will replicate the audience singalong performed by former resident organist Roger Garrett on February 16, 1969, as part of the "final performance" at the Ohio Theatre. This will be followed by a concert from world-renowned organist Simon Gledhill featuring music from Broadway, Hollywood, and the Great American Songbook.
Photo Coverage: First look at Curtain Players' The Curious Incident of the Dog in Night-Time
by Jerri Shafer - February 08, 2019
Fifteen-year-old Christopher has an extraordinary brain; he is exceptionally intelligent but ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. When he falls under suspicion for killing his neighbor's dog, he sets out to identify the true culprit, which leads to an earth-shattering discovery and a journey that will change his life forever. Performances run February 8th thru the 24th at Curtain Players, 5691 Harlem Road, Galena, Ohio 43021. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: http://curtainplayers.org
Columbus Symphony Announces 2019 Music Educator Award Winners
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2019
The Columbus Symphony today announced the winners of the 2019 Music Educator Awards, honoring individuals who make a difference in the community through a dedication to music education and promotion of a greater understanding of and appreciation for the art form.
PIFF THE MAGIC DRAGON Brings His Comedy Magic Act To The Lincoln
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2019
The star of NBC's "America's Got Talent" and "Penn & Teller: Fool Us," Piff the Magic Dragon performs jaw-dropping magic tricks in a dragon suit with sidekick Mr. Piffles, The World's Only Magic Performing Chihuahua. With more than 100 million online views, sold-out shows across the US and Canada, and a residency at Las Vegas' Flamingo Hotel and Casino, the dynamic duo have proven they're here to stay.
CSO To Explore Norse Folklore In The NORDIC MYTHS FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2019
CSO Music Director Rossen Milanov will lead the Columbus Symphony in an exploration of Norse legend and mythology in the Nordic Myths Festival. The program begins with the Prelude and Liebestod from Tristan and Isolde, Wagner's passionate opera inspired by Celtic myths, followed by Grieg's Piano Concerto, featuring guest pianist Alessio Bax, that immortalizes the beauty of the Nordic landscape. The concert concludes with Sibelius' Lemminkainen Suite, wherein Finnish myths from The Kalevala come to life accompanied by original video art by Jason Gay.
THE IRISH TENORS Return To The Ohio
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2019
Finbar Wright, Anthony Kearns, and Ronan Tynan have been touring together as The Irish Tenors since 1998, selling out shows at Radio City Music Hall, Sydney Opera House, Carnegie Hall, The Hollywood Bowl, and major concert halls throughout the world. Their faces and voices are familiar to PBS audiences from several specials, including the "Ellis Island Recordings." Together, they produce a sound and concert experience which touches hearts and stirs emotions through happy songs of celebration and humor mixed with touching melodies and songs that warm the heart.

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