Picks & Previews
CityScene spotlights what to watch, what to watch for and what not to miss!
Women's History Month
March 1-31
Ohio Statehouse, Broad and High streets
Honoring important women in Ohio history with tours and an exhibit. www.ohiostatehouse.org
CAPA and Broadway Across America – Columbus present 101 Dalmatians The Musical
March 2-7
Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St.
An experience for the entire family, transporting audiences to an exciting, one-of-a-kind show. www.broadwayacrossamerica.com
Echoes in Time Theater presents Saints Preserve Us! The Irish In America
March 6-27
Ohio Historical Center/Ohio Village, 1982 Velma Ave.
Sean O'Shaugnessy tells his story of leaving Ireland for America with his young bride. www.ohiohistory.org
The Arnold Sports Festival
March 4-7
Various locations throughout Columbus
Featuring 17,000 athletes competing in 39 sports and fitness entertainment, including the Active Aging Festival, cheerleading and dance, gymnastics, Judo, figure skating, boxing, archery, weightlifting, table tennis and an expo. www.arnoldsportsfestival.com
BalletMet presents Carmina Burana
March 5-13
Capitol Theatre, Riffe Center, 77 S. High St.
Dwight Rhoden’s ballet, inspired by 13th century medieval songs and poems written by monks, explodes with power, stirring souls and igniting passion. www.balletmet.org
CAPA presents A Song for Coretta
March 5-7
Lincoln Theatre, 769 E. Long St.
Inspired by the long line of mourners paying respects to Coretta Scott King, this play introduces five fictional African-American women who find laughter and hope while waiting to say goodbye. www.capa.com
CAPA presents The Second City’s 50th Anniversary Tour
March 5, 8 p.m.
Southern Theatre, 21 E. Main St.
Celebrating an anniversary of comedy through a humorous historical timeline. www.capa.com
Phoenix Theatre for Children presents Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle
March 5-14
Studio One Theatre, Riffe Center, 77 S. High St.
Although she might seem eccentric, Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle has cures for almost all childhood bad habits. Parents in the neighborhood ask her advice, and she gives them unusual treatments including The Fighter-Quarreler Cure and The Cry Baby Cure. www.phoenix4kids.org
The Columbus Symphony Orchestra presents Barber Violin Concerto
March 5-6
Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St.
Part of the Classical Series, this production features Alondra de la Parra as guest conductor, and 2008 Grammy Award winner James Ehnes on violin. www.columbussymphony.org
Chamber Music Columbus presents John O’Conor
March 6, 8 p.m.
Southern Theatre, 21 E. Main St.
Pianist O’Conor has earned a reputation as a masterful interpreter of classic and early romantic repertoires. www.columbuschambermusic.org
New Albany Symphony Orchestra presents “Vino & Vivaldi”
March 7, 7-9 p.m.
Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts, 100 W. Dublin-Granville Rd., New Albany
An evening chamber music concert led by Maestro Luis Biava. Local artists Karen Rumora and Kirsten Bowen will be painting on stage. Prior to the performance is a wine-and-cheese happy hour. www.newalbanysymphony.com
The Columbus Children’s Theatre presents The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood
March 11-28
Park Street Theatre, 512 Park St.
Enjoy a Monty Python-esque retelling of this classic tale. www.colschildrenstheatre.org
CAPA presents “Simply Sinatra”
March 12, 8 p.m.
Southern Theatre, 21 E. Main St.
Steve Lippia pulls his audience back in time with a remarkable combination of his own musical interpretation and the influence of the greatest singers of an incredible era in American music. www.capa.com
Early Music in Columbus presents “Trefoil”
March 12
Pontifical College Josephinum, 7625 N. High St.
This is music that once played at the court of Eleanor of Castile. www.earlymusicincolumbus.org
John Mayer
March 12, 8 p.m.
Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd.
The singer/songwriter has already been named a guitar legend by Rolling Stone magazine. www.ticketmaster.com
The Columbus Symphony Orchestra presents “Mozart 'til Midnite”
March 12, 7 p.m.
Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St.
A marathon of Mozart's music. This concert is done in a "come-and-go" style, so feel free to switch seats or head to the lobby for refreshments, even while the orchestra is playing. www.columbussymphony.com
The Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital presents The Music Man
March 12-14
Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St.
A theatrical production to raise funds for the hospice program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. www.pleasureguild.org
COSI’s Imagination Celebration
March 13, 7-11 p.m.
COSI, 333 W. Broad St.
Hosted by Friends of COSI, this annual fundraising gala includes dinner, live and silent auctions and entertainment. www.cosi.org
Blooms & Butterflies
March 13 - July 4
Franklin Park Conservatory, 1777 E. Broad St.
Experience the emergence of exotic butterflies and watch their release into the conservatory's Pacific Island Water Garden. www.fpconservatory.org
St. Patrick's Day Celebration
March 13, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Historic Dublin, Bridge and High streets
Celebrate all things Irish with a parade, entertainment, food and more. www.irishisanattitude.com
CAPA presents Altan
March 14, 7 p.m.
Southern Theatre, 21 E. Main St.
With its award-winning recordings and dynamic live performances, Altan’s traditional Irish music has captivated audiences throughout the world. www.capa.com
CAPA welcomes They Might Be Giants
March 14, 3 p.m.
Capitol Theatre, Riffe Center, 77 S. High St.
Brooklyn’s legendary alternative rockers are now recognized among the foremost creators of cool kids’ albums. www.capa.com
Thurber House Evenings with the Authors presents Carol Goodman
March 15, 7:30 p.m.
Columbus School for Girls, 56 S. Columbia Ave.
The award-winning author of five novels – including the bestselling The Lake of Dead Languages and The Night Villa – will read from her latest novel, Arcadia Falls. www.thurberhouse.org
Available Light Theatre presents Stop Sign Language
March 18-27
Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549 Franklin Ave.
An autobiographical one-woman show about dyslexia. www.avltheatre.com
Columbus International Auto Show
March 18-21
Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 N. High St.
See what’s new in the auto industry and the hottest cars around. www.columbusautoshow.com
CAPA presents Diavolo
March 19, 8 p.m.
Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St.
Diavolo company members are dancers, gymnasts, actors and athletes who have collaboratively developed works on oversized, surrealistic sets and structures. www.capa.com
Miracles & Magic
March 20, 1 and 5 p.m.
Capitol Theatre, Vern Riffe Center, 77 S. High St.
Ohio’s top variety show of comedy, magic and grand illusion returns to raise money for A Kid Again, providing activities for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. The opening night party is March 19 at Martini Park in Easton Town Center. www.miraclesandmagic.com
The Columbus Symphony Classical Series presents “Mozart & Bruckner”
March 19-20, 8 p.m.
Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St.
Featuring Christopher Seaman with the Cliburn Competition Silver Medal Winner. www.columbussymphony.com
CAPA welcomes Eddie Palmieri
March 20, 8 p.m.
Lincoln Theatre, 769 E. Long St.
Nine-time Grammy Award winner Palmieri showcases his famous keyboard skills. www.capa.com
ProMusica Chamber Orchestra’s “An Evening of Brass and Organ”
March 20, 5:30 p.m.
Pontifical College Josephinum, 7625 N. High St.
Enjoy a glorious performance of the likes of Bach, Handel and more on brass and organ. www.promusicacolumbus.org
The Short North Seasonal Gallery Open House
March 21, 1-4 p.m.
Participating galleries throughout the Short North
An opportunity to go behind the scenes of the Short North’s art galleries. www.shortnorth.org
Columbus Jazz Orchestra’s “I Loves You Porgy”
March 24-28, 2010
Southern Theatre, 21 E. Main St.
A high-energy rendition of Porgy and Bess in dance and song with 2004 Tony Award nominee Michael McElroy and Capathia Jenkins, who has toured nationally with Dreamgirls. www.jazzartsgroup.org
60th Annual Aladdin Temple Shrine Circus
March 25-28, 2010
Ohio Expo Center, 717 E. 17th Ave.
This longstanding circus raises funds for the Shriners Hospitals for Children. www.aladdinshrine.com/circus.htm
CAPA presents Playhouse Disney Live!
March 27, 3:30 p.m.
Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St.
Celebrate with your Playhouse Disney pals, including Mickey Mouse, The Little Einsteins, Pooh, Tigger, Darby and more. www.capa.com
The Columbus Symphony Pops Series presents “Bravo Broadway Rocks”
March 27, 8 p.m.
Veterans Memorial, 300 W. Broad St.
Albert-George Schram conducts this Broadway-themed concert showcasing vocalists Rachel York, Rob Evan and Hugh Panaro. www.columbussymphony.com
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
March 27-Sept. 6
COSI, 333 W. Broad St.
The most visited exhibition in COSI history sets sail again for a magnificent second voyage featuring almost 100 new artifacts, more than 20 making their world debut at COSI. During its first visit to COSI in 2005, Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition dazzled hundreds of thousands of visitors. It has since expanded, featuring dozens of artifacts recently recovered from the wreck site, detailed room re-creations, and a gallery devoted to Ohio’s connections to the historic voyage. www.cosi.org
Columbus Crew home opener
March 27, 4 p.m.
Crew Stadium, 1 Black and Gold Blvd.
The Crew kicks off its 15th Major League Soccer season against rival Toronto FC in the first match of the 2010 Trillium Cup competition. www.thecrew.com
2010 McDonald’s All American High School Basketball Games
March 31
Value City Arena, 555 Borror Dr.
Proceeds from this event benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio, which provides a home away from home for families with seriously ill children staying and receiving treatment at nearby hospitals. Headlining the event for local basketball fans is center Jared Sullinger of Northland High School. Sullinger will be joined by forward Deshaun Thomas of Bishop Luers High School in Fort Wayne, Ind.; both are part of The Ohio State University’s 2010 men’s basketball recruiting class. www.McDonaldsAllAmerican.com