ART
Ashtabula Arts Center, 2928 W. 13th St., Ashtabula, 440-964-3396. Gallery open 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Monday to Thursday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday and Saturday. Admission is free. www.ashartscenter.org
“Home Grown” Drawings, artist Jo Ann Blair, on display March 4-30 with an opening art reception tonight from 7-8:30 p.m.
Conneaut Community Center for the Arts, 1025 Buffalo St., Conneaut. 440-593-5888. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. 440-593-5888, www.conneautartcenter.org
“Student Art Exhibit,” tonight through March 29 at the CCCA.
Erie Art Museum, 411 State St., Erie. 814-459-5477. The museum offers a variety of temporary exhibits, as well as a permanent soft-sculpture collection. Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. www.erieartmuseum.org.
Blue Moon Gallery, 245 N. Franklin St., Chagrin Falls.
Lakeland Community College, 7700 Clocktower Drive, Kirtland. 440-953-7327. Open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekends.
Lake Metroparks, 8800 Chardon Road, Kirtland. 440-256-2122.
Lake County East End YMCA, 730 N. Lake St., Madison; 440-428-5125.
Lake Erie College, 391 W. Washington St., Painesville. 440-639-7856. Gallery hours 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday, noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Lake Farm Park, 8800 Chardon Road, Kirtland. 440-256-2122.
McDonough Museum of Art, across from the Butler Institute of Art, on Wick Avenue, Youngstown. Hours are by appointment Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, and noon to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Sunday. Parking is $3.
The Fine Arts Association, 38660 Mentor Ave., Willoughby. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday. Parking is free. 440-951-7500.
Presque Isle Artists Association, 4516 Wood St., Erie. 814-866-9351.
Rabbit Run Community Arts Association, 5648 W. Chapel Road, Madison. 440-428-5913.
Sculpture Center, 1834 E. 123rd St., Cleveland. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday, and noon to 4 p.m. Saturday.
Trumbull Art Gallery, 720 Mahoning Ave., Warren. 330-395-4876. Open noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday to Friday, and 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday. Free.
Youngstown State University, One University Plaza, Youngstown. 330-742-3285. Tuesdays by appointment; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday; and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday.
Valley Art Center, 155 Bell St., Chagrin Falls. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. www.valleyartcenter.org.
Wildwood Cultural Center, 7645 Little Mountain Road, Mentor. 440-947-5735.
AUDITIONS
Straw Hat Theater, on the grounds of the Ashtabula Arts Center, audtions are March 20 from 10-noon for children 12 and under; 1-3 p.m. for teens/adults, and March 21 from 5-7 p.m. for teens/adults. Have one minute prepared piece, vocal music selection of 90 seconds, bring a schedule of conflicts and be prepared for a movement audition as well. “Brigadoon” directed by Douglas Anderson weekends June 11-26; “Disney’s 101 Dalmations” directed by Linda Fundis, weekends July 2-10; “Bye, Bye Birdie” directed by Kim Godfrey, weekends July 16-31; and “Secret Garden” directed by Steve Rhodes, weekends Aug. 6-21. For more information call: (440) 964-3396.
CLASSES
Learn Mandarin Chinese, acrylic painting, pottery for adults, beginnning genealogy, creative writing, one stroke painting, woodcarving, fifth-grade band and other new classes all held at the Conneaut Community Center for the Arts. Call: (440) 593-5888.
Ashtabula Arts Center, 2928 W. 13th St., Ashtabula; 440-964-3396. Open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Classes offered for all types of dance, including ballet, and for music, voice, theater, visual arts and cooking.
Conneaut Community Center for the Arts, 1025 Buffalo St., Conneaut. 440-593-5888. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. Classes are available in painting, basket making, creative writing, theater, woodcarving, tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, ballroom, painting, yoga, kick-fit and various exercises. E-mail kilpi1025@suite224.net or contact CCCA through its Web site (www.conneautartscenter.org).
Fine Arts Association, 38660 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, is a nonprofit organization operating the School of Fine Arts with classes in music, art, dance and drama. FAA also offers a full season of theater performances, recitals, art exhibits and cultural activities. Funding is received in part from the United Way and the Ohio Arts Council. For more information, contact Wanda Wareham (440 951-7500, ext. 104). www.fineartsassociation.org
CLASSICAL
Ashtabula County Choral Music Society, for experienced singers over 17, rehearsals are 7-9 p.m., Children’s Choir, for grades 5-6, rehearses from 4 to 5 p.m., and Youth Choir for experienced singers in grades 7-12, rehearse from 5-6:30 p.m. All choirs rehearse Mondays at the First United Methodist Church, 4506 Elm Ave., Ashtabula. Fee is $25-30 per season. Visit www.accms.org or call (440) 224-2681.
The Good Life, a nonprofit organization, which began in 1976 and is made up of volunteers who love to sing and share their talents, is looking for individuals to join. They perform Christmas and spring concerts at the Ashtabula Arts Center and other organizations throughout the county. Anyone interested in auditioning or sponsoring should call Angela Ackley at (440) 998-1883.
New Horizons Band, adults-only group geared toward beginning musicians and those that may be a little rusty. Meetings are Wednesdays at the Conneaut Community Center for the Arts, 1025 Buffalo St. Instruments are available for rent at $5 per session. Call (440) 593-5888.
The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, East Ninth Street and Superior Avenue, Cleveland. 216-771-6666. All concerts are free.
Cleveland Institute of Music will hold concerts in Kulas Hall, 11021 East Blvd. 216-791-5000. All concerts are free, unless otherwise noted. Seating passes for free concerts are distributed 30 minutes prior to the concert, in the lobby.
Cleveland Philharmonic Orchestra is holding concerts at the Cuyahoga Community College’s Western Theater, 11000 W. Pleasant Valley Road, Parma. 216-556-1800.
The Singers Club, Waetjen Auditorium, East 21st Street and Euclid Avenue, on Cleveland State University campus. Repertoire of traditional men’s choral music, bold commissioned works and modern composition. 216-556-4405.
Cleveland Orchestra, Severance Hall, 11001 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 800-686-114.
Friends of Music at Holy Trinity, One Trinity Place, corner of Penn Avenue and Clinton Street, Greenville, Pa. 724-588-8870.
Greenville Symphony Orchestra. 724-475-3885. Tickets are $10 for students and children; $12, regular. 724-475-3885.
Blossom Music Center, 1145 Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls. 216-231-1111.
Northeast Ohio Family Music Society, 2051 Kingsboro Drive, Painesville. 440-350-1663.
Erie Philharmonic, 1006 State St., Erie. 814-455-1375.
Youngstown State University, One University Plaza, Youngstown; Bliss Recital Hall, open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday; and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Concerts are held in Bliss Recital Hall and are free and open to the public.
Lakeland Community College, 7700 Clocktower Drive, Kirtland. 440-953-7261. Open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekends.
Kent State-Ashtabula, 3325 W. 13th St., Ashtabula. 440-964-4248. All Kent State-Ashtabula concerts are free in the Kent State-Ashtabula Auditorium. Punch and cookie receptions follow each concert.
Cuyahoga Community College, 700 Carnegie Ave., Cleveland. 216-987-2543.
Lake Erie College, 391 W. Washington St., Painesville. 440-639-7856.
Kent/ Blossom, concerts held at Ludwig Recital Hall at Kent State University, Kent. 330-672-5436.
Monday Musical Club, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown. 330-743-2717. Concerts are held at Stambaugh Auditorium.
Erie Playhouse, 13 W. 10th St., Erie. 814-454-2852.
Cleveland Choral Arts Association, 1024 E. 17th St., Cleveland. 216-556-0590.
Cleveland Youth Orchestra, Cleveland. 216-987-2543.
Geauga Theater on the Square, Route 6 and Route 44, Chardon. 440-338-3171.
Fine Arts Association, 38660 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, in the Corning Theater. 440-951-7500. Free concerts.
Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland. 216-421-7340.
Erie Art Museum, 411 State St., Erie, Pa. 814-459-5477. www.erieartmuseum.org.
Mentor Fine Arts Association, 38660 Mentor Ave., Willoughby. 440-951-7500.
COMEDY
Chili Con Comedy Improv Troupe, performing May 8 at 8 p.m. on the Studio Stage at the Fine Arts Association, 38660 Mentor Ave., Willoughby. Audiences will laugh and be amazed at the wit and humor of these young actors as they incorporate suggestions and change into live performance. You will never see the same show twice! Visit www.fineartsassociation.org or call (440) 951-7500.
Bogey’s Comedy Club, Friday and Saturday, located at 28060 Chardon Road in Willoughby Hills, three-quarters of a mile off I-90 at the Bishop Road west exit. Bogey’s is open Tuesday through Saturday; Tuesdays 8 p.m. feature “The Bonk Show,” Wednesdays beginning at 8 p.m. the “Pro/Am Night,” and weekly Stand-Up Shows are at 8 p.m. Thursdays, and 8 and 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Each show has a headliner, a featured act and an emcee. Tues: 8 p.m. – “The Bonk Show” –$5. Wed: 8 p.m. – Pro/ Am Night – $5. Shows will feature an emcee, feature act and a headliner. Tickets: Thurs: 8 p.m. – $8; Fri. 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., $12; Saturday 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., $15. www.bogeyscomedyclub.com
CONCERTS
Movie Music, presented by the Singers’ Club of Cleveland, March 20 at 7:30 p.m. in Waetjen Auditorium, E. 21st St. and Euclid on Cleveland State University campus. Hear great arrangements of melodies from films such as Annie, Casablanca, Lion King, Working Girl and The Wizard of Oz. Featured guest soprano Anna Caldwell and baritone Elliot Hines. Tickets: $20 ($17 seniors, $10 students). Group pricing available. Call (216) 556-4405 to reserve tickets.
House of Blues, Cleveland venue, for complete concert listings and ticket availability call 216-523-BLUE. www.hob.com. Free membership by logging on to www.hob.com/membership.
Jewels Dance Hall, located at 1770 Mill St., Austinburg. “Wyld Ryde” tonight and tomorrow, “Outlaw” on March 19 & 20; “Southern Boulevard” on March 26 & 27. For more information go to www.jewelsdancehallonline.com or call (440) 275-5332.
The Palms, located at Route 618, Conneaut Lake, Pa. Bands play at 9:30 p.m. 814-382-3625. myspace. com/ theofficialpalmsnightclub
“Five by Design,” recreating a nostalgic capsule of American life during the 1940’s in a musical tribute to the golden days of radio on March 22 at the Packard Music Hall. Coming up: “Stayin’ Alive” The Bee Gees Tribute and “Abba Mania” on April 21. For tickets: (330) 399-4885 or more information (330) 392-5690.
Denny Carleton & Friends, Coffeehouse Series at the Fine Arts Association in Willoughby. “The Great Duos” April 10, and “Denny’s Classic Coffeehouse” June 26. Concerts start at 6:30 p.m. and are free.
DANCE
DANCECleveland, 13110 Shaker Square, Suite 106, Cleveland, presents “Pilobolus Dance Theater,” May 8 at 8 p.m. in the Palace Theatre at PlayhouseSquare. For tickets, call 216-991-9000 or check online (dancecleveland.org).
Windows on the River, Groundworks Dance Theater’s Annual Benefit is tomorrow. Vote with your dollars on performances of six guest celebrities paired with GroundWorks dancers. For more information visit www.groundworksdance.org or call (216) 691-3180.
GroundWorks, a Cleveland-based company that presents groundbreaking work in contemporary dance that embraces risk and imagination, explores the humand experience and enlivens the community. Performances: March 13, at Windows on the River, The Flats; April 22-25, for FusionFest. For more information: www.groundworksdance.org or (216) 691-3180.
Riverdance-The Farewell Tour, Friday April 2 (7:30 p.m.), and Saturday April 3 (2 and 7:30 p.m.), at the Warner Theatre as a part of the Erie Broadway Series. Call 452-4857 or visit www.ErieBroadwaySeries.com for tickets or more information.
Lake Metroparks presents ballroom dancing, second and fourth Saturdays, 7:30 to 10 :30 p.m., at the Painesville Township Park Community Center. $6 per person, 18 years and over, concessions available. 440-354-3885.
Lake Metroparks presents country dancing, every second and fourth Fridays of the month, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m., at the Painesville Township Park Community Center. $8 per person, 18-years and over. Concessions available. 440-354-3885.
EVENTS
Opening Art Exhibit reception, tonight from 7 - 8:30 p.m. at the Ashtabula Arts Center. “Home Grown” drawings by Jo Ann Blair on display until March 30.
“La Fiesta Latina,” highlighting Hispanic heritage will take place April 17 & 18 at the I-X Indoor Amusement Park. Experience Latin music, dance, food, arts and entertainment. Discount tickets available at the Julia De Burgos Cultural Arts Center. For more information visit www.ixamusementpark.com or call (800) 897-3942.
I-X Indoor Amusement Park, with over 20 acres of fun for the whole family, runs March 26- April 18, Cleveland, and now includes such shows in the price of admission as Big Cat Encounters, a 30 minute demonstration of the behaviors and activities of six tigers including Royal Bengal and Siberian. Mountain Dew’s Thrill City contains 30 ultimate adrenaline rush rides. Admission is $19 general, $16 for children under 48”, $9 seniors. Discount tickets available. For more information visit www.ixamusementpark.com or call (800) 897-3942.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park encompasses 33,00 acres along the Cuyahoga River between Cleveland and Akron. CVNP combines cultural, historical, recreational and natural activities in one setting. Visit www.nps.gov/cuva/ or www.dayinthevalley.com/ or call (800) 445-9667.
MOVIES
Cinématheque, the Cleveland Institute of Art, is located in the Gund Building at the corner of East Boulevard and Bellflower Road, University Circle, Cleveland. Admission is $8, members is $6. Check online for the latest offerings. www.cia.edu/cinematheque.
MUSEUMS
10th Annual Antique Motorcycle Exhibit, “On the Road Again” open now through May 30, at the National Packard Musuem, Warren. New exhibit includes several unrestored bikes next to their counterparts restored to Concours condition. Museum open Tuesdays throught Saturdays, 12 - 5 p.m. and Sundays 1-5 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and $3 children ages 7-12. Visit www.packardmuseum.org or call (330) 394-1899.
Motorcycle Restoration Lecture Series, held at the National Packard Museum, Warren. Coming up: “To Restore or Not to Restore?” presented by Ken Sampson March 20 from 11a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; and “Restoration Services: Working with the Professional You Have Hired” presented by Fred Davis April 17 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Museum open Tuesdays throught Saturdays, 12 - 5 p.m. and Sundays 1-5 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and $3 children ages 7-12. Cameras and flash photography are welcome. Visit www.packardmuseum.org or call (330) 394-1899.
The Finnish American Cultural Center, open by appointment, 1330 W. Eighth and Joseph, 440-964-5790 or 440-998-2061. www. faha-ashtabula.org.
Indian Museum, the Lake County Chapter of the Archaeological Society of Ohio, 25 Public Square, Technical Center-Building B, Willoughby. Call (440) 951-3813.
Lake View Cemetery, founded in 1869 and known as “Cleveland’s Outdoor Museum and Arboretum,” offers year-round special tours and Speaker’s Bureau events, at 12316 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. For more information call 216-421-2665.
International Women’s Air & Space Museum, 1501 N. Marginal Road, Cleveland. Call (216) 623-1113 or visit (www.IWASM.org).
THEATER
Ashtabula Arts Center, 2928 W. 13th St., Ashtabula. Season Subscriptions discounts available. Call (440) 964-3396.
G.B. Community Theatre presents “You Can’t Take It With You,” March 19-28.
Dinner Before the Show for “You Can’t Take It With You,” March 20. Reservations must be made by noon on the Wednesday prior to the dinner event. Seating begins at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $16 plus the price of the theater ticket.
Conneaut Community Center for the Arts, presents “Steel Magnolias” tonight through March 21 at 1025 Buffalo St., Conneaut. Regular performances: tonight and tomorrow, March 19, 26, and 27 at 7 p.m. ($12 non-members; $10 members). Southern fried dinner at 6:30 p.m. this Sunday, show starts at 7 p.m. ($22.50 non-members; $20 members). Ice cream social at 3 p.m. on March 14, 21 ($8 admission). Visit www.conneautartscenter.org or call (440) 593-5888.
Fine Arts Association, 38660 Mentor Ave., Willoughby. Order tickets by phone (440) 951-7500 or online at (www.fineartsassociation.org). Three different season subscription packages available. Coming up: “The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe” (rated G), tonight at 7:30 p.m.; tomorrow and Sunday at 2 p.m.; “14th Annual One Act Festival” (rated adult), April 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, and May 1 at 7:30 p.m.; “Grease” (rated PG), June 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, and 19 at 7:30 p.m., June 6, 13, and 20at 2 p.m.
Broadway Series at PlayhouseSquare, subscriptions are available by calling 216-830-7221 or online (www.PlayhouseSquare. org). The seven-show KeyBank Broadway Series subscription package ranges from $85 to $480 per person. The complete seven-show KeyBank Broadway Series includes: “Xanadu,” now through Sunday; “Aug.: Osage County,” April 13-25; “Grease,” May 11-23; “Fiddler On The Roof,” June 15-27.
“The Rat Pack Is Back!,” April 14 at 7:30 p.m. as a part of the Erie Broadway Series. Call 452-4857 or visit www.ErieBroadwaySeries.com for tickets or more information.
Geauga Lyric Theater, 101 Water St., Historic Chardon Square, presents “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” tonight through March 28; “Hay Fever” May 7-23. Visit www.geaugatheater.org or call (440) 286-2255.
Rabbit Run Theater, 5648 W. Chapel Road, Madison. Coming next summer 2010: “On Golden Pond,” ”Frost/Nixon,” “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” “The Light in the Piazza,” and “My Way-A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra.” Visit (www.rabbitrunonline.org).
