March 2010 events
ALL MONTH
Exhibit A Stitch in Time: Highlights from the Quilt and Coverlet Collections. Free with admission. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Dr. NW, Canton. (330) 455-7043.
THROUGH MARCH 24
Steve McCurry Exhibition Exhibit of more than 50 iconic photographs by this world-renowned photographer. All day. Free. The Joseph Saxton Gallery of Photography, 520 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton. (330) 438-0030.
MARCH 1, 2, 4, 8
Hospice training Hospice of Tuscarawas, Stark & Carroll Counties will educate people on Hospice with hopes of getting new volunteers. 5:30-9 p.m. Free. Westbrook Park United Methodist Church, 2521 12th St. NW, Canton. (330) 493-0126.
MARCH 2-14
Xanadu Musical follows the beautiful Kira, as she helps an aspiring painter to find his voice, discover true love and build the world’s first roller disco. Various times. $10-$65. Palace Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353. www.playhousesquare.org.
MARCH 5
Cleveland Blues Festival World-class blues entertainers gather to celebrate this true American art form. 8 p.m. $42.50 - $49.50.
State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353. www.playhousesquare.org .
MARCH 5
Canton First Friday Shop at downtown galleries, stroll down Court Avenue and enjoy street performers including musicians, artists, jugglers and more. 6-10 p.m. Free. Downtown Canton Arts District, Court Avenue NW and Fourth Street NW. First Stop with About magazine at 5:30 p.m. at the Canton Museum of Art. (330) 453-1075 or visit www.CantonFirstFriday.com.
MARCH 5
Kent Camerata Concert A professional vocal/instrumental ensemble affiliated with Kent State University’s Hugh A. Glauser School of Music.
8 p.m. Free. Kent State University Stark Main Hall Auditorium, 6000 Frank Ave. NW, Jackson Township.
MARCH 5
Booth Brothers Dinner Concert Gospel music and dinner. 5:30-9 p.m.. Hartville Kitchen, 1015 Edison St. NW, Hartville. (800) 486-6970.
MARCH 5-7
Winnie the Pooh A family classic for those young and young at heart. 7 p.m. $12 and $15. The Players Guild Theatre, 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton. (330) 453-7617.
MARCH 6
Jesus Christ Superstar Original groundbreaking musical production starring Ted Neeley in the title role. 5 and 9 p.m. $10-$65.50.
State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353. www.playhousesquare.org.
MARCH 6
The Second City Chicago’s legendary comedy troupe celebrates “50 years of funny.” 8 p.m. $10-$30. Ohio Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353. www.playhousesquare.org.
MARCH 7
Music at the Museum Enjoy live music at the museum while checking out the antique cars and unique exhibits. 1-3 p.m. Canton Classic Car Museum, 123 Sixth St. SW, Canton. (330) 455-3603.
MARCH 8
Tea with the Curator Kimberly Kenney explores domestic life in the past, with a focus on cooking, cleaning, crafting, and dining. $10 includes tea/coffee and breakfast sweets. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Dr. NW, Canton. Call (330) 455-7043 for reservations.
MARCH 9-13
NCAA Division II National Swimming and Diving Championships National qualifiers from Division II colleges across the United States. 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Admission fee. C.T. Branin Natatorium, 1715 Harrison Ave. NW, Canton. (330) 438-2738.
MARCH 10
Fine Wine Wednesdays Sampling regional wines from all over France. Hosted by Sash Parbhoo, proprietor of Vinoteca Wine Shop. 5:30-7 p.m. Tickets are $35 single or $60 for couples. The Joseph Saxton Gallery of Photography, 520 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton. (330) 438-0030.
MARCH 10-28
Late Nite Catechism 3 ‘Til Death Do Us Part is the latest class to be unveiled with Sister offering up hilarious lessons on the Sacraments of Marriage and Last Rites. Various times. $10-$35. 14th Street Theatre, 2037 E. 14th St., Cleveland. (216) 771-4444. www.entertainmentevents.com.
MARCH 11
The Perrys Gospel Dinner Concert The Perrys have been singing Southern Gospel Music for over 35 years. 6:15 p.m. Tickets are $38 and include dinner. Amish Door Restaurant & Village, 1210 Winesburg St., US 62, Wilmot. (888) 264-7436.
MARCH 12
Aultcare Fast Break Breakfast Speaker Brian Bailey, owner of the Old Carolina Barbecue Company, with your breakfast, 7 a.m. Registration, 7:30-9 a.m. program. $18. Courtyard by Marriott, 4375 Metro Cir. NW, Jackson Township. (330) 458-2085. www.cantonchamber.org.
MARCH 13
Joe Goode Performance Group Show incorporates magical puppetry into the group’s innovative storytelling through dance, text and song. 8 p.m. $10-$35. Ohio Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 987-4444. or (866) 546-1353. www.playhousesquare.org. www.tricpresents.com.
MARCH 13-14
Olde Stark Antique Faire Nostalgic collectibles fine heirlooms to folkart. Sat. 9 a.m. -4 p.m. (Earlybird Sat. 7 a.m.); Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission $4 (age 12 and under free). Free parking. Stark County Fairgrounds, Exhibition Bldg., 305 Wertz Ave. NW, Canton. (330) 794-9100.
MARCH 13
Canton Symphony Orchestra’s SymphonyLand 2 Concert designed for pre-K through grade two children but fun for the whole family. Featuring the brass instruments. 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. $5. Cable Recital Hall, 1001 Market Ave. N, Cultural Center for the Arts, Canton.
MARCH 13
Third Annual Women’s Fiber Fest Workshops in lucette, knitting, crocheting, spinning, tatting, quilting plus market place with vendors. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. $5 plus any class registration fees. Alliance YWCA, 239 E. Market St., Alliance. (330) 823-3259.
MARCH 13
The Voice of the American Soul: Marian Anderson A tribute to the famous African American contralto. Refreshments following program in the Gallery. 10 a.m.-noon. $20 general admission, $18 members. National First Ladies’ Library Education Bldg., 205 Market Ave. S, Canton. (330) 452-0876.
MARCH 13
Glassblowing demonstrations Come to the gallery and meet the month’s featured artist. Glassblowing demonstrations in the studio. Noon-5 p.m. Free. Canal Fulton Glassworks, 215 Market St. W. (330) 854-2966.
MARCH 13
Comedy Night at The Granite Grille An evening of comedy from some of the best local and national comedians. 8 p.m. Tickets are $10. The Granite Grille, 5650 Quarry Golf Club, Canton. (330) 488-3178.
MARCH 13-APRIL 4
Canstruction Second annual with teams of local volunteers, each guided by an architect or engineer, creating giant sculptures created solely of cans of food that later will be donated to feed the hungry. All day. Admission is free, but please bring canned goods for the Akron/Canton Food Bank and the Massillon Salvation Army. Massillon Museum, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. (330) 833-4061.
MARCH 14
About Magazine Showcase Series 3 Featuring the Canton Symphony Chorus led by Choral Director C.M. Shearer. Love Songs and All That Jazz.
3-5 p.m. $15, $10 for seniors and students. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 425 Cleveland Ave. SW, Canton. (330) 452-2094.
MARCH 14
Kent State Stark Music Department Pops Concert All proceeds go to music and theatre scholarship funds. 3 p.m. $10. Kent State University Stark Fine Arts Theatre, 6000 Frank Ave. NW, Jackson Township. (330) 244-3348.
MARCH 14
My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish & I’m In Therapy Written by and starring Steve Solomon, who combines comic voices, sound effects and astounding characterizations to tell stories of the wacky side of the human condition. 6 p.m. $10-$34.50. PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353. www.playhousesquare.org.
MARCH 15
Town Hall of Cleveland David Gergen, editor-at-large at U.S. News & World Report and former advisor to Presidents Nixon, Ford, Reagan and Clinton on “Re-Calibrating U.S. Politics.” 6 p.m. $45. Ohio Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241.1919 or www.townhallcleveland.org.
MARCH 18
Canton Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours with an Irish theme. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tam O’Shanter Golf Course, 5055 Hills & Dales Rd. NW, Jackson Township. (330) 458-2070.
MARCH 18
Soup at Six On the Move: The Early Auto Industry in Stark County with Christopher Kenney. 6-8 p.m. $10 admission includes a signature soup, hearth baked bread, beverage and dessert. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, 800 McKinley Monument Dr. NW, Canton. Call (330) 455-7043 for reservations.
MARCH 18-21
2010 Columbus International Auto Show See all the latest vehicles from around the globe. Thursday, noon-10 p.m., Friday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tickets $8. Children 12 and under free when accompanied by an adult.
Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 N. High St., Columbus.
MARCH 18-28
Cleveland International Film Festival View entries of different movie genres at this prestigious festival. $12. Tower City Cinemas on The Avenue at Tower City Center, 230 W. Huron Road, Cleveland. (216) 623-3456. Visit www.clevelandfilm.org for schedule of events.
MARCH 19-21
The BIA of Stark County and The Repository Home & Garden Show What’s new in home, gardening, remodeling, home decor and much more. 3-8 p.m. Friday, all day Sat. and Sun. Stark County Fairgrounds, Exhibition Bldg., 305 Wertz Ave. NW, Canton. (330) 956-5566.
MARCH 19
Motown Madness Songs of the Canton Cabaret. 7 p.m. Admission fee. McKinley Grand Hotel, 320 Market Ave. S, Canton. (330) 280-6507.
MARCH 20-21
Expressions in Wood Fourth annual wood carving show featuring several world class carvers. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. $4. Canton Cultural Center of the Arts, 1001 Market Ave. N., Canton. (330) 493-1802.
MARCH 20
Spring Fling Scrapbooking Overnighter Come to the Dolley with your friends to scrapbook for the evening. Snacks and complimentary breakfast will be provided. 1 p.m.-10 a.m. Call for prices. Dolley Madison House, 360 Wabash Ave. N, Brewster. (330) 791-3212.
MARCH 20
The Wizard of Oz The classic musical performed by the Canton Ballet. 2 p.m. Canton Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave. N, Canton. (330) 455-6880.
MARCH 20
Celtic Woman All new live show for one night only. 8 p.m. $22-$67. State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353. www.playhousesquare.org. www.celticwoman.com
MARCH 21
The Works of John Rutter Presented by Voices of Canton Concert Singers, Bel’VOCI and Children’s Chorus Includes Rutter’s famous ‘Requiem.’
3 p.m. $15; $25 for special seating and lecture. Christ Presbyterian Church, 530 Tuscarawas Ave. W, Canton. (330) 455-1000.
MARCH 21
Gabriel Iglesias A “clean” comedian who uses a mixture of storytelling, parodies, characters and sound effects. 6:30 p.m. $36. Ohio Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353. www.playhousesquare.org. www.fluffyguy.com.
MARCH 21
David Gray Musician and songwriter returns with his 2009 “Draw the Line” tour. 7:30 p.m. $35-$45. State Theatre, PlayhouseSquare Center, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. (216) 241-6000 or (866) 546-1353. www.playhousesquare.org. www.davidgray.com
MARCH 25
Linden String Quartet Midday Canton Symphony Orchestra concert in an intimate setting. Meet the musicians and enjoy coffee and cookies at intermission. 1-3 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults, $14 for seniors/students. Cable Recital Hall, Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton. (330) 452-2094.
MARCH 25
MassMu Rhythms Concert Musicians from the Canton Symphony will play music to augment ‘The Big Read: Western Stark County Reads The Shawl.’ Massillon Museum, 121 Lincoln Way E, Massillon. (330) 833-4061 or visit www.halimeldabh.com.
MARCH 26
Ohio Legacy Bank Casual Friday Concert 5 Friday evening Canton Symphony Orchestra concert featuring the Linden String Quartet in the intimate setting of Cable Recital Hall. Meet the musicians and enjoy wine and cheese at intermission. 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults, $14 for seniors/students. Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton. (330) 452-2094.
MARCH 26-APRIL 10
Fiddler on the Roof
In the little village of Anatevka, Tevye, a poor dairyman, tries to instill in his five daughters the traditions of his tight-knit Jewish community in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia. Rich in historical and ethnic detail, Fiddler On The Roof has touched audiences around the world with its humor, warmth and honesty. It’s universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness.
Single Ticket Prices: $22/$17
MARCH 27-SEPT. 6
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition Featuring nearly two dozen never-been-seen elements, the expanded Titanic exhibit will also include a gallery devoted to Ohio’s connections to the historic voyage. Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sundays, noon-6 p.m.
Admission $23.75 for adults (13 to 59), $21.75 for seniors (60+), $16.75 for youth (2 to 12) and free for children under age 2. COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus. 1-888-819-2674. www.cosi.org.
MARCH 27
Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny Visit and take pictures with the Easter Bunny. 8-11 a.m. $1.99. Dolley Madison House, 360 Wabash Ave. N,
Brewster. (330) 791-3212.
MARCH 27
Underwater Egg Hunt Bring your swimsuit and goggles to help the Easter Bunny collect his eggs in the pool. Ages 11 and under. 1 p.m. $3. Massillon Recreation Center, 505 Erie St. N. (330) 832-1621.
MARCH 27
An Evening With Sinatra One of the most sought after Frank Sinatra tribute artists in the country makes a return trip to The Granite Grille. Call for show times and ticket information at (330) 488-3178. The Granite Grille, 5650 Quarry Golf Club, Canton. (330) 488-3178
MARCH 31
Documentary Night New photo documentary for public view every last Wednesday of the month. 8 p.m. Free. The Joseph Saxton Gallery of Photography, 520 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton. (330) 438-0030.