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Published: September 24, 2009 03:56 pm
ACROSS THE RIVER: Calendar of Events (October 2009)
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>>FOR STAGE
Dracula
SPONSOR: Fifth Third Bank
WHERE: Bingham Theatre, Actors Theatre
WHEN: Sept.18 - Oct. 31
INFO: From Bram Stoker's world famous novel, Dracula, as adapted & directed by William McNulty; experience the gothic story as you?e never seen it before, with recently redesigned sets, costumes, lighting and sound ?plus thrills and chills that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Subscribers Save 20 percent on tickets; childrens?tickets are half off for ages 11-14 on Sunday-Thursday performances (not available online, cannot be combined with subscriber discount); 10 percent discount for groups of 10; tickets are $33-$41.
A Midsummer? Night Dream
SPONSORED BY: Bingham Signature Shakespeare
WRITTEN BY: William Shakespeare
DIRECTED BY: Marc Masterson
WHERE: Pamela Brown Auditorium, Actors Theatre
WHEN: Sept. 29-Oct. 24
INFO: This Bingham Signature Shakespeare production is part of Shakespeare for a New Generation, a national initiative sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts in cooperation with Arts Midwest. When a love potion ends up in the hands of the mischievous Puck, reality blurs and the lives and desires of lovers?oth mortal and magical?re turned upside down. Artistic Director Marc Masterson brings one of Shakespeare? most rambunctious comedies to the stage and shows that with a motley cast of characters, a generous helping of magic and a touch of imagination, anything is possible. Tickets are $20-$56 and available by calling 502-584-1205 or online at ActorsTheatre.org. A Midsummer Night? Dream is also made possible by a generous grant from the Mary and Barry Bingham, Sr. Fund.
The Drunken City
PRESENTED BY: The Necessary Theatre
WHERE: Mex Theater, Kentucky Center for the Arts
WHEN: 8 p.m. Oct. 1-3, 8-10 and 7:30 p.m. Oct. 5
INFO: Tickets are $16 for all shows, except $11 for Oct. 5 show only. Written byy Adam Bock, and directed by Amy Attaway, this is Bock's warm take on cold feet, a reminder that we sometimes wake from the American Dream with a hangover. During this night of comic revelry, three women, their boss, and the two strangers they meet, have their brittle concepts of marriage, family and happiness challenged by the dark truths the Drunken City tells. The play opened off-Broadway just last year to enthusiastic reviews and was nominated for an Outer Critics Circle Award.
A Chorus Line
PRESENTED BY: Broadway Across America
WHERE: Whitney Hall, Kentucky Center for the Arts
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 6-8; 8 p.m. Oct. 9; 2 and 8 p.m. Oct. 10; 1 and 6:30 p.m. Oct. 11
INFO: Tickets are $22.50 to $71.50. In an empty theatre, on a bare stage, casting for a new Broadway musical is almost complete. For 17 dancers, this audition is the chance of a lifetime. It? what they?e worked for ?with every drop of sweat, every hour of training, every day of their lives. It? the one opportunity to do what they?e always dreamed ?to have the chance to dance. This is A CHORUS LINE, the musical for everyone who? ever had a dream and put it all on the line. Winner of nine Tony Awards¨, including ?est Musical?and the Pulitzer Prize for drama, this singular sensation is the longest-running American Broadway musical ever.
An Evening with Sarah Jones
PRESENTED BY: YPO and Blue Apple Players
WHERE: Brown Theatre, Kentucky Center for the Arts
WHEN: 7 p.m., Oct 8
INFO: Tickets are $35. Features a number of characters from Sarah? Tony Award winning Broadway hit, ?ridge & Tunnel?along with some new additions to her universal family. Her crisp, lively performances, laced with humor bring to life dozens of memorable men and women. Her characters range from Hispanic to Chinese to Kenyan to Jewish New York to Indian. She was recently invited by First Lady Michelle Obama to perform at The White House in celebration of Women? History Month.
JD Lawrence? ?he Clean Up Woman?/b>
WHERE: Louisville Palace Theater
WHEN: 3 and 7:30 p.m. Oct. 11
INFO: Tickets are $36.50 and $29.50. JD Lawrence is best known for his award winning "dramedies" featuring him portraying several different characters while simultaneously directing, composing and producing. He quite literally is a "Man of Many Faces." Honored as one of the country's Top 40 American Entrepreneurs Under 40 and winner of a 2007 Telly Award, Lawrence has been a creative force of inspiration. Lawrence's witty, sharp and family oriented humor will sweep through playhouses spring 2009 in his new play, The Clean Up Woman, featuring a star-studded cast including, Telma Hopkins, Christopher Williams, Jackee' Harry and George Willborn. Lawrence says, "The Clean Up Woman delivers from beginning to end. It is not only family oriented, it is filled with substance, real life topics and mouth dropping surprises.
Antigone
PRESENTED BY: Stage One
WHERE: Bomhard Theater, Kentucky Center
WHEN: 7 p.m. Oct. 23
INFO: Tickets are $15.75. Modernized Greek tragedy by Sophocles, adapted for the stage by Greg Banks.
Chicago
PRESENTED BY: Broadway Across America
WHERE: Whitney Hall, Kentucky Center
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 29; 8 p.m. Oct. 30; 2 and 8 p.m. Oct. 31; 1 and 6:30 p.m. Nov. 1
INFO: Tickets are $27.50 to $71.50. There? never been a better time to experience CHICAGO, Broadway? razzle-dazzle smash. This triumphant hit musical is the recipient of six Tony Awards¨, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy¨ and thousands of standing ovations. A sensational tale of sin, corruption and all that jazz, and has everything you could want: knockout dancing, an edge-of-your-seat story and one showstopper after another. If you loved the Academy Award¨-winning film, nothing beats the live show, and if you are already intimately acquainted with the musical, experience that sizzle again, CHICAGO always delivers. Appropriate for ages 13 and up.
Of Mice and Men
PRESENTED BY: Kentucky Opera
WHERE: Brown Theatre, Kentucky Center for the Arts
WHEN: 8 p.m. Oct. 30; 2 p.m. Nov. 1
INFO: Tickets are $30 to $95. Composed by Carlisle Floyd, and sung in English with supertitles. Based on the novella by John Steinbeck, our rousing production of this classic story reunites bass Rod Nelman and tenor Michael Hendrick, making his Kentucky Opera debut. The two partnered for Washington National Opera? production in 2002. A Kentucky Opera premi?re. Lunch & Listen: Noon Oct. 14, at WUOL; Sights & Sounds 1:30 p.m. Oct. 18 at The Speed Art Museum Auditorium. Opera Preview begins one hour before the performance in the Fifth Third Conference Center.
>>FOR MUSIC
University Jazz Repertory and Brazilian Ensemble
WHERE: Comstock Music Hall, University of Louisville School of Music
WHEN: 8 to 10 p.m. Oct. 1
INFO: Free and open to the public.
Russell Stinson
WHERE: University of Louisville School of Music
WHEN: 8 to 10 p.m. Oct. 2.
INFO: Guest artist, organ.
Tchaikovsky? ?ymphony No. 4
PRESENTED BY: Hilliard Lyons Classics #1
CONDUCTED BY: Jorge Mester
WITH: Joshua Bell, violin
WHERE: Brown Theatre, Kentucky Center for the Arts
WHEN: 8 p,m. Oct. 3
INFO: Tickets are $25 to $75. Louisville Orchestra performs Weber? ?uryanthe: Overture,?Mozart? ?iano Concerto No. 23,?and Tchaikovsky? ?ymphony No. 4.?
Mark O?onnor
WHERE: Bombard Theater, Kentucky Center for the Arts
WHEN: 3 p.m. Oct. 4
INFO: Tickets are $25-$32. Described by The Los Angeles Times as "one of the most talented and imaginative artists working in music,?Mark O?onnor is a celebrated American composer and virtuoso violinist. In 1993, his first recording for the Sony Classical record label, ?ppalachia Waltz,?created in collaboration with Yo-Yo Ma and Edgar Meyer, earned him worldwide recognition. The tremendously successful follow-up, ?ppalachian Journey,?received a Grammy Award in 2001. His Appalachia Waltz Trio breathes new life into the music he originally created and performed years ago. This acclaimed trio performs fiddle tunes, original compositions, caprices and more. Joined by Gillian Gallagher, viola and Mike Block, cello.
Derby City Brass Band
WHERE: University of Louisville School of Music
WHEN: 8 to 10 p.m. Oct. 5.
INFO: Guest artists.
University Jazz Ensemble
WHERE: University of Louisville School of Music
WHEN: 8 to 10 p.m. Oct. 6.
INFO: Free and open to the public.
AC/DC
WHERE: Freedom Hall, Kentucky Expo Center
WHEN: 8 p.m. Oct. 6
INFO: Tickets are $91.50 reserved. Premium seating is paperless. Visit kyexpo.org for paperless tickets or Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000 or online at ticketmaster.com for seasts.
An Evening with Great Big Sea
WHERE: Bombard Theater, Kentucky Center for the Arts
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 7
INFO: Tickets are $25 and $30. Fuse an edgy rock sensibility with the mist-covered seascapes of their native Newfoundland, toss in the energy of Celtic music and the age-old heritage of sea-faring, and you have the unmistakable appeal of this unique band. Multi-platinum superstars throughout Canada, they bring their rollicking, moody, brilliant magic to Bomhard Theater. Part indie folk band, part pirate crew, Great Big Sea is like nothing you?e experienced before.
B?la Fleck, Zakir Hussain and Edgar Meyer
PRESENTED BY: The Dumante Verdenoce Du the Night Series
WHERE: Brown Theatre, Kentucky Center for the Arts
WHEN: 8 p.m. Oct. 9
INFO: Tickets are $25 to $60. Three of the world? most honored and acclaimed musicians come together for one extraordinary evening of entertainment. B?la Fleck? take-no-prisoners banjo style, Edgar Meyer? innovative, eclectic approach to the double bass and Zakir Hussain? lightening-fast percussion come together for one phenomenal performance.
Ashton Wolf
WHERE: Bombard Theater, Kentucky Center for the Arts
WHEN: 8 p.m. Oct. 10
INFO: Tickets are $20. Award-winning composer and singer-songwriter, Wolf will perform a concert of his original music (along with some ?lassic?hit songs) in a benefit Concert for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). He will be joined on stage by 15 of the finest musicians that Louisville has to offer along with a host of local Louisville artists including Barbara F. Cullen (Choreographer - Derby Dinner Playhouse), Darryel Cotten (Resident Drummer, Derby Dinner Playhouse), Bass Player Mark McCulloch, Veteran Actress Jacklynn Fraser, Singer/Dancer Alicia Corcoran-Scott (Simmonds' Performing Arts), Don Merrick (Howl at the Moon, 4th Street Live) and many others. Along with a special guest performance by the Sorority Sigma Kappa (U of L) who will be recreating their First Place award-winning performance from the Fryberger Sing Competition that was held earlier this year. Wolf has received awards from Drama-Logue (Now Backstage) and a Golden Angel Award as well as awards from the Southern California Motion Picture Council and a Recognition of Performance Award from the Los Angeles Times. He is also a Co-Founder of the AuditionCamp USA (auditioncampusa.com) which has its home base in Louisville.
Sound Tribe Sector 9
PRESENTED BY: Nederlander Entertainment
WHERE: Brown Theatre, Kentucky Center for the Arts
WHEN: Doors open at 7 p.m.; main performance from 9 p.m. to midnight Oct. 14
INFO: Tickets are $21 in advance, $25 day of show. The band released two albums on their independent 1320 Records, ?rtifact?and ?rtifact: Perspectives?to critical acclaim and commercial success such as inclusion in iTunes??est of 2005.?On the touring front, ticket sales for the band? undeniably stellar live shows increased dramatically and earned the band a spot on Pollstar Magazine? PULSE charts as the #29 touring artist in the country for their ?rtifact?tour and #30 for their ?erspectives?tour. The band played over 150 shows including appearances at Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, Winter Music Conference, the Vegoose Festival and a sold out headlining show at Colorado? Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
Shostakovich Symphony No. 10
PRESENTED BY: Hillard Lyons Classics #2
CONDUCTED BY: Daniel Hege, guest conductor
WHERE: Whitney Hall, Kentucky Center for the Arts
WHEN: Treyton Oak Towers Coffee Concert at 10:30 a.m. Oct. 15; Hilliard Lyons Classics at 8 p.m. Oct. 17
INFO: Coffee Concert tickets are $20 to $40; Classics Concert tickets are $25 to $75. Louisville Orchestra performs Haydn: Symphony No. 82 (?he Bear? and Shostakovich: Symphony No. 10.
The Monarchs
WHERE: The Vernon Club, 1575 Story Ave.
WHEN: 8 p.m. Oct. 16
INFO: CD Release Party and Performance by Louisville? Own Monarchs. The band is arguably one of the longest running rock ??roll bands of our time (49 years and counting), and will release their new CD entitled ?ppearing Here Tonight,?singing songs from the album, including three new original songs, featuring one penned by the late, great Tim Krekel entitled ?est End Song.?Although it has been more than eight years since the Monarchs?last recording was released, the band is still going as strong as ever. The group has evolved over the past 49 years but still contains two of the original members, Leon Middleton on sax and Louis ?ustry?Miller on bass guitar. The group plans a big celebration in 2010 to celebrate their 50th year entertaining multigenerational audiences. $8 cover charge at the door.
Music of The Eagles
PRESENTED BY: Louisville Orchestra
WHERE: Whitney Hall, Kentucky Center for the Arts
WHEN: 8 p.m. Oct. 16
INFO: Tickets are $25 to $75. Backed by the Louisville Orchestra, a full rock band and three consummate singers take on the music of The Eagles. Led by creator and guest conductor Brent Havens, singers Terry Brock, Randy Jackson and John Hines capture The Eagles?amazing vocal harmonies surrounded by the orchestra in a concert rich with melodies and lush harmonies like you?e never heard before. Eighteen Eagles tunes featured, including ?eartache Tonight,??esperado,??ew Kid in Town?and ?otel California.?The symphonic rock hybrid has met with approval on both sides of the podium.
Community Music Program Recital
WHERE: University of Louisville School of Music
WHEN: 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 17.
INFO: Free and open to the public.
Third Day
WITH: Glory Revealed
WHERE: Freedom Hall, Kentucky Expo Center
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 17
INFO: Tickets are $17 reserved, available at Expo ticket office or through Ticketmaster, 1-800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.
Brentano String Quartet
WHERE: University of Louisville School of Music
WHEN: 3 to 5 p.m. Oct. 18
INFO: Chamber Music Society event.
Dona Nobis Pacem
WHERE: St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church, 639 South Shelby St., corner of Gray St.
WHEN: 4 p.m. Oct. 18
INFO: The Louisville Chorus, directed by Daniel Spurlock, will perform a program designed for ?inding peace through music.?Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for seniors, and $6 for students. Call 502-968-6300 or visit LouisvileChorus.org for tickets.
School of Music Alumni Concert
WHERE: University of Louisville School of Music
WHEN: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Oct. 18.
INFO: Free and open to the public.
University Jazz Ensemble
WHERE: University of Louisville School of Music
WHEN: 8 to 10 p.m. Oct. 20.
INFO: Free and open to the public.
Grupo Fantasma
WHERE: Bomhard Theater, Kentucky Center for the Arts
WHEN: 8 p.m., Oct. 22
INFO: Tickets are $25. Kentucky Center Members, call the Membership Hotline at 562-0144 for waived handling fees and priority seating. The funkiest and finest Latin orchestra to come out of the United States in the last decade was just nominated for a Grammy for Best Latin Rock or Alternative Album for their latest release, ?onidos Gold.?And their live shows are legendary. Experience the hottest sound in Latin music today, so sizzling that they performed with Prince on The Tonight Show.
String Weekend Concert
WHERE: University of Louisville School of Music
WHEN: 6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 23.
INFO: Free and open to the public.
Louisville Orchestra
CONDUCTED BY: Jason Weinberger
WITH: Jack Griffin, viola
WHERE: Ladyfingers at the Kentucky Center for the Arts
WHEN: Noon, Oct. 23
INFO: Call 502-587-8681 or visit LouisvilleOrchestra.org for tickets and information.
Native American Music
WHERE: University of Louisville School of Music
WHEN: 2 to 4 p.m. Oct. 24.
INFO: World Music Series.
Orkidstra? Halloween Spooktacular
WHERE: Louisville Palace
WHEN: 11 a.m. Oct. 24
INFO: A Louisville Orchestra tradition. The Classical Clown, Dan Kamin, nationally renowned mine battles Associate Conductor Jason Weinberger for control of the orchestra, and with the help of Underground Railway Theater, brings the Carnival of Animals to life, combining music and movement for an unforgettable concert. Come in costume and watch your children as march across the stage. Call 502-587-8681 or visit LouisvilleOrchestra.org for tickets and information.
Kentucky Center Chamber Players
WHERE: University of Louisville School of Music
WHEN: 3 to 5 p.m. Oct. 25.
INFO: Guest artists.
Kenny Barron
WHERE: University of Louisville School of Music
WHEN: 8 to 10 p.m. Oct. 25.
INFO: Guest artist, jazz piano.
University Jazz Combos 2
WHERE: University of Louisville School of Music
WHEN: 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 27.
INFO: Free and open to the public.
Russell Stinson
WHERE: University of Louisville School of Music
WHEN: 8 to 10 p.m. Oct. 27.
INFO: Guest artist, organ.
Sara Watkins
WHERE: Bomhard Theater, Kentucky Center
WHEN: 8 p.m. Oct. 29
INFO: Tickets are $25. Sara Watkins, fiddler and vocalist with Grammy-winning Nickel Creek, makes her solo debut at The Kentucky Center. Offering a mix of eclectic covers, soulful original songs and her trademark foot-stomping instrumentals, she? marking out her own remarkable space in the music world. Opening Act is local singer/songwriter Brooks Ritter.
The Avett Brothers
WHERE: Louisville Palace Theater
WHEN: 8 p.m. Oct. 30
INFO: Tickets in advance are $28.50; $30 day of show. The songs are honest: just chords with real voices singing real melodies. But, the heart and the energy with which they are sung, is really why people are talking, and why so many sing along. Call the Palace box office or visit livenation.com or call 1-877-598-8698 for tickets.
Hitchcock! A Symphonic Night at the Movies
WHERE: Kentucky Center for the Arts
WHEN: 8 p.m. Oct. 30
INFO: This event will feature Alfred Hitchcock movies narrated by live music from the Louisville Orchestra.
Miley Cyrus
WHERE: Freedom Hall, Kentucky Expo Center
WHEN: 7 p.m. Oct. 31
INFO: A paperless event, tickets are $82.25, $62.25 and $42.25 reserved with a limit of 4 tickets per person. Purchase tickets at the Expo ticket office or through Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.
University Symphony Orchestra Halloween Spooktacular
WHERE: University of Louisville School of Music
WHEN: 8 to 10 p.m. Oct. 31.
INFO: Free and open to the public.
>>FOR FUN
Louisville? International Festival of Film Opening Night
WHERE: Kentucky Center for the Arts
WHEN: Oct. 1-4
INFO: Red carpet opening night event features Hollywood producers, directors and actors, with food and drink provided by Louisvilel Originals and Republic National Distributing Company of Kentucky. Opening Night film will be ?he Burning Plain,?directed by Academy Award nominated screenwriter, Guillermo Arriaga (?abel? and co-starring Charlize Theron, Kim Bassinger, and Louisville native, Jennifer Lawrence.
Kentucky Flea Market
WHERE: West Wing, Kentucky Expo Center
WHEN: Oct. 2-4
INFO: Free and open to the public, featuring over 1000 booths of arts, crafts, antiques, collectibles, and more.
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
WHERE: Louisville Science Center, 727 West Main St.
WHEN: Oct. 3, 2009-Feb. 15, 2010; 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
INFO: Worldwide must-see exhibit, features 150 artifacts , produced by Atlanta-based RMS Titanic, Inc. The exhibit chronicles the story of the legendary RMS Titanic, which sank in 1912, from the building of the ship to the artifact recovery efforts. Call 502-561-6100 ext. 6111 for tickets.
$25,000 Money & Mayhem
PRESENTED BY: The Outlaws of Entertainment
WHERE: The Louisville Palace Theater
WHEN: 8 p.m., Oct. 3
INFO: Tickets are $29.50 and $19.50. The Outlaws, Cliff Compton and tinyTIM, pride themselves on being modern-day Robin Hoods and champions of the people. Their show revolves around distributing $25,000 of cold hard cash to audience in a completely unique and entertaining fashion. In this time of economic crisis, MONEY & MAYHEM is the only live theater experience that gives its audience a compelling and fun show while also spreading the wealth. With grand entrances, music, mayhem, and, most importantly, money, the ?how You Can? Afford to Miss?guarantees that you have a blast and have the chance of leaving with some cash. In true Outlaw form, there are only two rules when attending. Rule number one is that you don? ask them where they got the money, just show up to collect. And rule number two is that Noise Equals Money! In a show that thrives solely off of crowd interaction and participation, the more noise you make, the more money you can take. The World? First Money Show is unlike anything else in the entertainment world today.
Week in the Highlands
WHERE: Throughout the Highlands Neighborhood
WHEN Oct. 3-11
INFO: A partnership of neighborhoods and organizations celebrates the unique blend of lifestyles that make the Highlands a special place in Louisville. Family-friendly events include 8 a.m. Oct. 3 ?Highlands Cup 5K Run/Walk and Pancake Breakfast; 11 a.m. Oct. 3 ?Deer Park Environmental Fair and Parade; 2 to 7 p.m. Oct. 4 Highlands-Douglass Big Rock Jazz Fest at Big Rock Cherokee Park; 5 p.m. Oct. 8 ?Empty Bowls Soup Supper and Auction; 6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 9 and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 10 ?Belknap Festival; Noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 11 Farmington Harvest Festival. Visit HighlandsWeek.org for more information.
? Tasteful Affair?/b>
WHERE: The Jefferson Club, 500 West Jefferson St.
WHEN: Oct. 5
INFO: For the cost of a single dinner out, fans of international food and drink can enjoy tastes from more than a dozen of Louisville? top restaurants, as well as live entertainment and a silent auction of more than 100 international gift packages. The food and beverages served willl represent Louisville? eight international Sister Cities, which are Mainz, Germany; Perm, Russia; Quito, Ecuador; Tamale, Ghana; La Plata, Argentina; Jiujiang, China; Leeds, England and Montpelier, France.Tickets are $50 per person, $25 for students and $40 for members of Sister Cities of Louisville, and are available sclou.org or by phone at 502-574-3397.
WWII: 48 Stories That Changed the World
WHERE: Frazier International History Museum
WHEN: Oct. 10, 2009-March 28, 2010
INFO: The exhibit captures the wartime stories of local men and women whose experiences exemplify the regional and national World War II experience. The use of oral histories, interactive audio and video clips, music and dozens of artifacts help provide insight into America? ?reatest generation.?Includes display of the USS Louisville which is being restored by volunteers in the museum? Great Hall. Call 502-753-5663 for information.
26th Annual Great Louisville Fire Drill
WHERE: Festival Plaza, Waterfront Park
WHEN: 1 to 5 p.m. Oct. 11
INFO: An afternoon of education/fun and fire safety activities, including children? games, fire truck rides, fire safety traler, live entertainment, free hot dogs and firehouse chili. Admission is free, but sodas, pictures and T-shirts are available for purchase.
Henry VII: Dressed to Kill
WHERE: Frazier International History Museum
WHEN: Oct. 13
INFO: Thom Richardson, Keeper of Armour and Oriental Collections at the Royal Armouries in Leeds, England, will present a program based on the Royal Armouries current exhibition of the same name, which explores the infamous monarch as warrior, sportsman, and king. Call 502-753-5663 for information.
The International Gem & Jewelry Show
WHERE: East Hall, Kentucky Expo Center
WHEN: Noon to 6 p.m., Oct. 16; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 17; and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 18.
INFO: Admission is $8 for adults and seniors; children two and under and those with military ID are free. Two dollar discount at intergem.com.
UPS College and Career Fair
WHERE: South Wing A
WHEN: 1 to 5 p.m. Oct. 18
INFO: Free and open to the public of all ages. Annual event features 300 booths from higher education institutions and employers. $650,000 in scholarships slated to be given away during the event.
Bardstown Bound Boo Fest
WHERE: Bardstown Road
WHEN: Oct. 24
INFO: Stroll the shops, restaurants and stores on Bardstown Road to celebrate Halloween.
Spirit Spooktacular Cheer and Dance Open
SPONSORED BY: Cheer Champion Express
WHERE: Broadbent Arena, Kentucky Expo Center
WHEN: TBA, Oct. 24
INFO: Spectator fee is $10; entry registration at ccecheer.com. Open to all Youth Rec Cheer, Dance teams, School Cheer and Dance Teams, All Star Cheer and Dance Teams, Dance Studios and individual competitors.
?hrill The World?/b>
WHERE: Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom
WHEN: 8:30 p.m. Oct. 24
INFO: Dress like a zombie and join people from 10 countries to break the Guiness World Record of 270,000 participants dancing simultenosly to Michael Jackson? ?hriller.?Dancensation? Showbiz Kids, a local student performing group, will be at the park throughout the day to teach park guests the dance. Visit sixflags.com/kentuckykingdom for lesson times and details.
Louisville Collector Car Fest
WHERE: West Wing and Pavilion, Kentucky Expo Center
WHEN: 9 a.m. Oct. 24 and 25
INFO: Admission is $7 for adults; $2 for children (6-11); and free for children 5 and under. Two-day passes are $10. Two-day car enthusiast? dream features antique and classic automobiles, parts and accessories, as well as an auction at 10 a.m. and swap meet at 9 a.m.
Kentucky Flea Market
WHERE: West Wing, Kentucky Expo Center
WHEN: Noon to 7 p.m., Oct. 30; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 31; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Nov. 1
INFO: Free and open to the public, featuring over 1000 booths of arts, crafts, antiques, collectibles, and more.
National Young Bird Show
SPONSORED BY: Louisville Pigeon Club
WHERE: Pavilion, Kentucky Expo Center
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 31it
INFO: Free and open to the public; a staple of bird lovers since 1972 with 6,000 birds on display and 650 exhibitors.
World? Largest Zombie Halloween Party
WHERE: City Block Louisville
WHEN: Oct. 31 and Nov. 1
INFO: Anubis Digital is throwing the "World's Largest Zombie Halloween Party" in an attempt to break the world record for largest zombie gathering, and they're inviting all of Lousiville's zombie-lovers. The event will feature 3,000 guests dressed in their best zombie costumes, live music, circus acts, and costume contests, including a dead celebrity zombie look-alike contest and sexy zombie contest.
>>FOR SPORTS
University of Louisville Men? Basketball v. Georgetown College
WHERE: Freedom Hall, Kentucky Expo Center
WHEN: 7 p.m. Oct. 28
INFO: TIckets are $30 reserved. Individual game tickets through Ticketmaster, 1-800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.
>>FOR COMEDY
Jeff Caldwell
WITH: Brett Leake
WHERE: Comedy Caravan
WHEN: 8 p.m. Sept. 30 and Oct. 1; 8 and 10:30 p.m. Oct. 2; 7:15, 9:30 and 11:45 p.m. Oct. 3; and 8 p.m. Oct. 4.
INFO: Nationally known clean and clever comedian, and a regular on the Bob & Tom Show. Tickets are $10 for Sept. 30, Oct. 1, 11:45 p.m. show Oct. 3, and Oct. 4; $15 for Oct. 2 and the first two shows Oct. 3. Visit comedycaravan.com for tickets.
Dave Attell
WHERE: Improv Comedy Club, Fourth Street Live!
WHEN: 8 and 10 p.m. Oct. 2; and 7 and 9 p.m. Oct. 3.
INFO: Show is for 18 and over. Tickets are $28. Buy tickets at ticketbooth@improvLouisville.com or 502-581-1332.
Robin Williams
WHERE: Louisville Palace Theater
WHEN: 8 p.m. Oct. 6
INFO: Tickets purchased for the postponed March 20 show will be honored. Tickets are $95, $85 and $65 reserved. Robin Williams is returning to the road to resume his ?eapons of Self-Destruction?comedy tour after postponing several dates in March to undergo heart surgery. ?eapons?launched in September 2008 and played to rave reviews and sold out crowds.
Jim Breuer
WHERE: Improv Comedy Club, Fourth Street Live!
WHEN: 8 p.m. Oct. 8 , 8 and 10 p.m. Oct. 9; 7 and 9 p.m. Oct. 10; and 7 p.m. Oct. 11.
INFO: Former SNL ?oat Boy,?Breur pioneered the ?eavy-metal comedy?revolution, i.e., impersonating AC/DC and Metallica singing, ?f You?e Happy and You Know It.?Show is for 18 and over. Tickets are $20 Oct. 8, 9, and 11; $23 Oct. 10. Buy tickets at ticketbooth@improvLouisville.com or 502-581-1332.
Gabriel Iglesias
WHERE: Improv Comedy Club, Fourth Street Live!
WHEN: 8 p.m., Oct. 15; 8 and 10 p.m. Oct. 16; and 7 and 9 p.m. Oct. 17.
INFO: Iglesias clean, animated style, mixes storytelling with characters and sound effects to bring issues to life. Show is for 18 and over. Tickets are $25 Oct. 15 and 16; and $28 Oct. 17. Buy tickets at ticketbooth@improvLouisville.com or 502-581-1332.
Kentuckiana Headliners United
WHERE: Improv Comedy Club, Fourth Street Live!
WHEN: 8 p.m. Oct 21.
INFO: Featuring area stars, Mike Armstrong, Tim Northern, Tom Mabe, and Danny Browning. Show is for 18 and over. Tickets are $12 general admission. Buy tickets at ticketbooth@improvLouisville.com or 502-581-1332.
Lavelle Crawford
WHERE: Improv Comedy Club, Fourth Street Live!
WHEN: 8 and 10 p.m. Oct. 23; 7 and 9 p.m. Oct. 24; and 7 p.m. Oct. 25.
INFO: Crawford? giant-sized humor has appeared on Comedy Central? Premium Blonde, and he was a finalist on the Comedy Central? Laugh Riots standup. Show is for 18 and over. Tickets are $19. Buy tickets at ticketbooth@improvLouisville.com or 502-581-1332.
Alex Reymundo
WHERE: Improv Comedy Club, Fourth Street Live!
WHEN: 8 p.m. Oct. 29 , 8 and 10 p.m. Oct. 30; 7 and 9 p.m. Oct. 31; and 7 p.m. Nov. 1.
INFO: Known as one of the ?riginal Latin Kings of Comedy,?Reymundo will have his first comedy show, ?ick-Spanic?produced by Showtime. Show is for 18 and over. Tickets are $10 for Oct. 29 and Nov. 1; $12 for Oct. 30 and 31. Buy tickets at ticketbooth@improvLouisville.com or 502-581-1332.
>>FOR CHILDREN
Two by Two and Two by Three
PRESENTED BY: Toddler Zoo Program
WHERE: Louisville Zoo
WHEN: 9 to 10 a.m. Sept. 3, 5, Oct. 1 and 3 for Two by Two (2-year-olds) program; 9 to 10 a.m. Sept. 10, 12, Oct. 8 and 10 for Two by Three (3-year-olds) program.
INFO: One hour classes for parent and child to meet the child? individual needs with themes and interactive activities, including circle time, story time, special animal guest, and guided zoo tour. Cost is $25 per combined child/parent non-member and $20 per combined child/parent members, and $10 per each additional adult. Visit louisvillezoo.org for more information.
Busytown
PRESENTED BY: Stage One
WHERE: Bomhard Theater, Kentucky Center
WHEN: 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Oct. 24; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 7
INFO: Tickets are $15.75. Based on the wildly popular children? series by Richard Scarry. Adapted for the stage by Kevin Kling/music by Michael Koerner.
Appropriate for pre-Kindergarten through grade 3.
>>FOR ART
The Great Pumpkin Blow!
WHERE: Louisville Glassworks
WHEN: Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays in October
INFO: Work one on one with Glassworks' artists to create a unique pumpkin! Choose pumpkin and stem color, each one is truly unique! For ages seven and up. Cost is $60.
St. James Court Art Fair
WHERE: St. James Court, Old Louisville
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 2 and 3; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 4
INFO: The Art Show was recently selected as one of Southeast Tourism Society? Top 20 Fall Event for October 2009. The St. James Court Art Show¨ is a juried fine arts and fine crafts show. Always held the first full weekend of October, it hosts an impressive 750 artists from North America. Held in the heart of historic Old Louisville among the country's largest collection of Victorian homes, the Show is located just south of Central Park on St. James and Belgravia Courts, and adjacent blocks of Magnolia Avenue and Third and Fourth Streets. During the show, all streets within the event perimeter will be closed. Official programs are available at the show, or in the October issue of Louisville Magazine. Pets are not permitted (only service animals with identification are allowed at the show). Bicycles, skateboards, and rollerblades are not permitted. Musical instruments or other audible music devices are not permitted. Solicitation is not permitted. TARC and PARC, as well as the Second Street Neighborhood Association, will provide shuttle and transportation service. Shuttles are accessible from I-65 via the Broadway exit. Valet vehicle drop-off and pick-up is on Magnolia between Sixth and Seventh. Enter from either street. Cost is $20 per vehicle or park at PARC? Brown Garage (658 S. Third St.) for $6. TARC shuttles will pick up at this location and drop off at 2nd and Hill Streets. Service begins at 9:30 a.m. and runs continuously until 30 minutes after the show closes. Or park at Jefferson Community College (enter the JCC lot from First or Second Streets between Broadway and Chestnut). A five minute shuttle service will pick up at JCC and drop off at 2nd Street and Magnolia Avenue, beginning at 9 a.m. (one hour before the Art Show opens) and circulate continuously until one hour after the show closes (7 p.m. Fri-Sat, 6 p.m. Sun) for $10 per vehicle.
Aqueous USA 2009
WHERE: Actors Theatre
WHEN: 5:30 p.m. Oct. 2
INFO: Kentucky Watercolor Society? 32nd national juried competition. Call 502-637-3467 for more information.
Buy Local First Fair
WHERE: Water Tower, Louisville Visual Art Association
WHEN: 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 8 with exhibit on display until Oct. 11.
INFO: The Louisville Visual Arts Association (LVAA), in conjunction with Grasshoppers Distribution, will host the event, as part of LVAA? Buy.Local.Art exhibition. The evening will host a variety of local independent businesses, and aims to serve the purpose of connecting the patrons of local agriculture and local arts in a celebration of Louisville? vast selection of unique, homegrown agriculture, retail, service industry, and arts and culture offerings. The exhibition features fine art from LOOK galleries, a consortium of fine art galleries in metro Louisville and southern Indiana representing local, national, and international artists. Local music provided by Thomas A. Minor and the Picket Line.
Painting in Europe, 1600-1800
WHERE: Speed Art Museum
WHEN: Oct. 11, 2009-Jan. 24, 2010
Europeon and American Art, 1800-1960
WHERE: Speed Art Museum
WHEN: Oct. 11
A Book of Prayers: The Medieval Bestseller
WHERE: Speed Art Museum
WHEN: Oct. 11, 2009-Feb. 14, 2010
Visual Online Art Auction
WHERE: lvaahite09artauction.cmarket.com
WHEN: Oct. 18-Nov. 3
INFO: Louisville? first visual online art auction features work from over 150 local, regional and national artists, contributed by the area? finest visual artists, art patrons, collectors, noted alumni and respected galleries. All proceeds beneft the LVA? Children? Fine Art classes.
Art Auction Preview/Artists Party
WHERE: Water Tower, River Road, Louisville Visual Art Association
WHEN: 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 22
INFO: Those who buy an Art Auction ticket by Oct. 21, can attend the art auction preview and artists party, which includes a live art auction and silent auction and catered by Bistro 301.
>>FOR CHARITY
Light the Night Walk
SPONSORED BY: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
WHERE: Great Lawn, Waterfront Park
WHEN: 5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 3
INFO: Participants walk approximately one mile carrying illuminated balloons ?white for surviors, red for supporters and gold for loved ones lost. Fundraiser includes food, entertainment, children? area, and activities for cancer survivors. Donations support the LLS mission to cure blood cancer. Visit lightthenight.org/Ky or call 502-719-0550 or 502-584-8490.
Komen Louisville Race for the Cure
WHERE: South Green Lawn, Waterfront Park
WHEN: 6:45 a.m. to noon registrationat Festival Plaza; 8:15 a.m. survivor program; 9 a.m. race start Oct. 10.
INFO: A 5K/one mile walk/race to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer. Over 10,000 participants are recognized in the Survivor program. Post-race features dancing to live music; food booths, etc. Visit komenlouisville.org or call 502-584-2873. Entry fees vary depending on age and event category.
NAMI Louisville Walk for Recovery
WHERE: Harbor Lawn, Waterfront Park
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 17
INFO: The 11th annual NAMI Louisville Walk for Recovery is the Louisville? biggest mental health awareness event, including a 1.5K walk, food, drinks, music and a multi-prize raffle. Admission is free and donations are welcome.
Sunny Day: Shedding Light on Animal Cruelty
WHERE: Wharf under Joe? Crab Shack, Waterfront Park
WHEN: 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 17
INFO: A celebration of ?unny,?a pit bull rescued by Joe? Crab Shack employee Kelsey Westbrook after a man tossed the dog into the Ohio River from the Second Street (Clark Memorial) Bridge on July 26. The event includes, an appearance by Sunny, live music, Joe? Crab Shack buffet, beer, prizes, and info on animal cruelty awareness from Louisville Metro Police, Louisville Metro Animal Services, The Shamrock Foundation, and The Kentucky Humane Society SNIP Clinic.
Art on Tap
WHERE: Running Water Farm, 8515 Brownsboro Road
WHEN: 7 p.m. Oct. 18
INFO: Fundraiser for Music Theatre Louisville and Stage One: The Louisville Children? Theatre. Handcrafted beers and wines available to sample, silent auction, gourmet picnic dinner and artists entertain. Tickets are $40.
Miles for Meals
WHERE: Festival Plaza, Waterfront Park
WHEN: noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 18
INFO: A 5K Walk/Run to help Dare to Care Food Bank purchase emergency food supplies for the hungry in Greater Louisville and southern Indiana. The event includes prizes, Kid Zone, refreshments and information booths. Registration for walkers/runners is $25; $15 for kids 12 and under.
Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes
WHERE: Great Lawn, Waterfront Park
WHEN: 8 a.m. registration, walk begins at 9 a.m. Oct. 24
INFO: Enjoy a one mile fun walk or a 5K to help the American Diabetes Association fund diabetes research and treatment. Event includes music, food, kids activities, a team T-shirt contest, etc. Admission is free and donations are welcome.
Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K Walk
WHERE: Waterfront Park
WHEN: Rolling start 1 to 2 p.m. Oct. 25. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. and walkers can register up to 2 p.m. for the walk.
INFO: The American Cancer Society? 12th annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer non-competitive, family-friendly, 5K Walk unites the entire community to honor and celebrate breast cancer survivors, educate women about the importance of early detection and prevention, and raise money to fund life-saving research and support programs to further the progress against this disease. Contact Laura Kazee at 502-584-WALK or email makingstrideslouisville@cancer.org or visit http://makingstrides.acsevents.org/louisville for more information or to form a team.
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