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FACEBOOK.COM/WHATZUPFTWAYNE // WWW.WHATZUP.COM ------Feature • Hamlet------Thy Name Is Woman By Steve Penhollow And she played Gertrude, the wife of the character she is now playing, in a 1999 Civic Theatre produc- SPRING There are many reasons why a theater director tion of Hamlet. might want to produce an all-female production of “It’s pretty exciting,” Black said of playing Clau- William Shakespeare’s Hamlet in 2018. dius. “It’s exciting to have the opportunity to climb But Thom Hofrichter’s reasons are entirely practi- into the character because he’s such an evil guy. He’s cal. such a slime bucket, such a politician.” SAXOPHONESALE The interest in Shakespeare among female actors Playing Claudius has helped Black understand the hereabouts is inversely proportionate to the number play better. of roles avail- “It is such a able. Translation: wonderful and Too many great interesting thing female actors, not to be coming at it UNBELIEVABLE PRICES ON SAXOPHONES! enough female from such a dif- roles. ferent angle,” she One solution said. “A much is to be less strict more acrimoni- about gender ous angle. specificity. “From a pure- UP Hofrich- ly selfish stand- ter, the minis- point,’ Black said, ter of drama at “it’s such a joy TO % First Presbyte- to have the op- rian Theater, said portunity to put the meaning of my arms around a Shakespeare’s character as large OFF work doesn’t re- and well fleshed- ally change when out as this role SELECT SAXOPHONES a director plays is.” 60 fast and loose An all-female with time, gender, cast exudes a nationality or set- different energy ting. than a mixed cast, “If you put Black said. him in Elizabe- The challenge than times versus for this particular putting him in the all-female cast, 1920s,” he said, she said, has been FINANCING “it really doesn’t to strike a balance matter. The wis- between hyper- AVAILABLE dom and the hu- masculine and manity is there. HAMLET hyper-feminine ASK FOR DETAILS! “I have seen [pro- 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, March 1-3 interpretations of the ductions of Hamlet] & Friday-Saturday, March 9-10 characters. where they whip out 2 p.m. Sunday, March 11 There are a number guns,” he said. “It 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, March 16-17 of lines that have sud- comes down to how denly become prob- humans behave and First Presbyterian Theater lematic in this context Shakespeare does that 300 W. Wayne St., Fort Wayne – “Frailty, they name is better than anyone else. $10-$20, 260-426-7421 ext. 121 woman,” “’Tis unmanly Why shouldn’t women grief,” etc. – and the ac- have a chance to play some of the greatest roles ever tors have to figure out how to deliver them. written?” One of the singular pleasures of being involved in Why not, indeed? this production, Black said, is that every actor brings $ In fact, there is a rich tradition in theater of wom- intense passion to her role and to Shakespeare’s work 495 en playing the lead role in this play. in general. STUDENT SAXOPHONESAS LOW AS Sarah Bernhardt, a French actress of the late 19th “I would say that every single person who comes and early 20th centuries, who was as famous in her to rehearsal every night is invested in making it as time as Helen Mirren is in ours, played Hamlet on good as they can make it,” she said. “You always re- stage and screen. ally want that.” “I cannot see Hamlet as a man,’’ the New York It was a natural affinity for Shakespeare’s words Times quoted Bernhardt as saying. “The things he that convinced Hofricher to cast Halee Bandt as Ham- says, his impulses, his actions, entirely indicate to me let. that he was a woman.’’ “I never thought I would get an opportunity to Local actress Kate Black, who may be Fort play this role,” Bandt said. “I do love Shakespeare. I 3710 Hobson Road MynettMusic.com Wayne’s Helen Mirren, is playing Claudius in the up- have loved the entirety of his work since I was a teen- coming First Presbyterian Theater production. ager. I was one of those nerdy kids who liked it when Fort Wayne, IN (260) 482-5533 Black is no stranger to gender-switch Shake- no one else did.” speare. She played the title role of Othello in a First Presbyterian Theater production of that play in 2000. Continued on page 6 2------www.whatzup.com------March 1, 2018 whatzup Volume 22, Number 28 he spring and summer concert season is starting to shape up. We’ve had a peek at the line-ups for Foellinger Theatre (excluding the Pacific Coast Concert shows, which are a bit delayed this year) Tand Clyde Theatre (which were announced just as we were going to press this week), and it looks like there will be plenty to keep music fans busy. If you want to stay in the know about upcoming shows, you’ve come to the right place. And if you’re reading this on whatzup.com, you’re in an even better place, as our online calendars extend much further into the future than what’s possible in a print publication. Either way, keep checking in, as the concert announcements are rushing in like nudists in a snowstorm. Meanwhile in the here and now, we bring you the last big show of winter, Down the Line, the Embassy Theatre fundraiser featuring local talent playing legendary rock n’ rollers. Rachel Stephens’ story is on page 4. And on page 2, Steve Penhollow previews First Presbyterian Theater’s all-fe- Saturday, Apr. 14 • 8pm • $25-$30 male production of Hamlet. We also highlight some local talent this week: actor Brock Ireland, currently starring in the Civic’s La Cage aux Folles BIGG ROBB March 3 | 7pm (page 5) and artist Michael Collins (page 6). There’s plenty to see and do, so let’s get to it. All we ask in return for keep- Down the Line 12 Le g e n d s b y Lo c a l s ing you well informed tis that you remember to tell ’em whatzup sent you. Todd Harrold/Nick Bobay...... Stevie Wonder March On, Comrade...... Phil Collins The Be Colony...... Radiohead inside the issue Unlikely Alibi...... The Police Pink Droyd...... Styx • features ROAD NOTEZ...... 12 FLIX...... 15 Black Panther HAMLET...... 2 90 Years of Film Thy Name Is Woman SCREENTIME...... 15 Will Black Panther Set New Trend? A nostalgic film series DOWN THE LINE...... 4 celebrating the Embassy’s Locals Share the Spotlight CURTAIN CALL...... 18 I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change historic past BROCK IRELAND...... 5 Audience participation musical performance The Mettle to ‘Let It Go’ on the theater’s historic Grande Page pipe MICHAEL COLLINS...... 6 • calendars Saturday, April 28 • 8pm • $20-$80 organ precedes each show! Spontaneous Inspiration Frozen (2013)...... May 13 Wings (1927)...... June 17 LIVE MUSIC & COMEDY...... 8 TORONZO CANNON Independence Day (1996)...... July 13 • columns & reviews MUSIC/ON THE ROAD...... 12 Tuesday, May 22 • 7:30pm • $35-$75 Pirates of the Caribbean (2003)...... Aug. 24 ROAD TRIPZ...... 14 GIVE HEAR ‘SOUND OF LOVE’ The Sound of Music (1965)...... 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Published weekly and distributed on Wednesdays and Sometimes you want to jam out to the There is no doubt that beneath the fancy Contributing bands and their respective Thursdays by AD Media, Incorporated. classics. Other times the local music scene is sound equipment, lights and overall prestige musical legends include: Todd Harrold Duo 2305 E. Esterline Rd., Columbia City, IN 46725 more alluring. With Down the Line, you can of the Embassy, these local artists have truly with Nick Bobay or Eric Clancy perform- Phone: (260) 691-3188 • Fax: (260) 691-3191 have both. The Embassy will host their 12th remarkable skill. But let’s face it, the added ing Stevie Wonder; March On, Comrade E-Mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.whatzup.com annual Down the Line concert, inviting the glam is just fun. performing Phil Collins; The Be Colony Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/whatzupFortWayne community to celebrate local talent and performing Radiohead; Unlikely Alibi Publisher ...... Doug Driscoll legendary hits. DOWN THE LINE 12 performing The Police; and Pink Droyd Office Manager ...... Mikila Cook Five of Fort Wayne’s hottest bands performing Styx. Webmaster ...... Brandon Jordan will take the stage and play an entire set TODD HARROLD & NICK BOBAY DUO “What’s kind of interesting this year is Advertising Consultant ...... Joy Justice dedicated to the iconic group that inspired MARCH ON, COMRADE when you look at other years is that there Back Issues their sound. is big emphasis on the 80s, which I thought Back issues are $3 for first copy, 75¢ per additional copy. 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Advertising: Space reservations and ads requiring proofs them in a completely new light.” With a 2,471-seat capacity in the theater, Not only is Down the Line an opportu- due by no later than 5 p.m. the Thursday prior to publication. Crismore said having access to the Em- there is potential for Fort Wayne’s favorites nity for local musicians to experience live Camera-ready or digital ad copy required by 9 a.m. Monday the week of publication. Classified line ads may be submitted bassy’s professional production crew is a to perform for a crowd much larger than they performance in a new and meaningful way, up to noon on Monday the week of publication. major perk for these bands. would see at most other northeast Indiana it is also a distinguished event for the Em- ADVERTISING “It’s a large scale event, so we put as venues. bassy itself. Most events in this theater do E-mail [email protected] or call 260-691-3188. much effort into this as we do any other mu- If the energy from the smoke, lights and not involve audience members rushing the sic show that the Embassy stages. As a result packed Embassy Theatre were not enough, Continued on page 11 Membership Makes of that, these bands have full access to our the bands have the unique experience of

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4------www.whatzup.com------March 1, 2018 ------Feature • Brock Ireland------The Mettle to ‘Let It Go’ By Jen Poiry-Prough Although he didn’t have formal audition experi- ence, he didn’t hesitate to try out for a production of If you’ve ever met Brock Ireland or seen him per- The Music Man with the Wabash Area Community form onstage, it’s hard not to be won over by his open- Theatre. “I was hoping to be Marcellus and went in TICKETS ness and his warmth. fearless as ever,” he says. ON SALE Ireland grew up in Wabash, a town of fewer than His “Let It Go” attitude, as he calls it now, helped NOW! 10,000 people. Although he says he was a born per- him relax, and he won the role. “Whatever happens former, he also says he “was not one of those stereo- during the audition, happens,” he explains. “So why typical theater kids who put on productions for their not make big choices and show them what I have to family and was always singing some sort of show offer?” tune.” After he graduated high school, he spent three Nevertheless, he was years in the IPFW theater drawn to performing, program. which he says came natu- “My time at IPFW was rally to him. nothing short of amazing,” “Performing helped he says. “I learned so much me grow into the sociable and was given so many and outgoing person that wonderful performance most people know today,” opportunities. I refined he says. my craft and pushed my- Even as a child, he was self past what I thought I drawn to the stage and to was capable of. I was able the applause of an audi- to show off my comedic ence. chops and develop some Tickets on sale now at Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation Office, all 3 “It is such a reward that serious acting techniques makes all the hard work that I still utilize to this Wooden Nickel Music locations, Charge by phone 260/427-6000 worthwhile,” he says. day.” and online www.foellingertheatre.org Although Ireland’s par- His time at IPFW also ents have always enjoyed afforded him the opportu- the arts (they met doing nity to work with a variety high school theater) they of directors and actors, no longer perform. He says both from the university his sister has never been in- and from the community. Proudly presents in South Bend, Indiana terested in theater. “There is nothing “So I am the family LA CAGE AUX FOLLES more valuable to me than performer,” he says, “but I FORT WAYNE CIVIC THEATRE being able to watch people would love for them to be 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, March 2-3 you look up to rehearse and ON SALE influenced and maybe do a 2 p.m. Sunday, March 4 to watch their process,” he FRIDAY show one day.” Arts United Center says. He made his stage debut He continues to work NOV. 17 ! at the age of five, appearing 303 E. Main St., Fort Wayne in local theater, earning in a musical production of $17-$30, 260-424-5220 awards as well as audience The Messiah at his church. accolades. He has appeared “I did not have any lines, but as soon as I made my in dozens of shows, “from serious plays to comedic entrance, I was immediately in love with performing,” musicals and everything in between,” he says. “I have he says. “I was also involved in a children’s choir and had wonderful opportunities and look forward to what was always auditioning for solos and featured spots in comes next.” school concerts and reenactments.” His latest opportunity has been as one of Fort When Ireland was in 8th grade, he participated in Wayne’s most beloved drag performers. the high school’s production of Kids Say the Darned- “I turned 21 in December of 2013, and of course est Things, a musical adaptation of the TV show. I had to go to the gay bar, After Dark,” he says. “That “I was so excited to be in a high school show,” he weekend I met my drag mother, Della Licious. We says. “I had a wonderful time with rehearsals, and it chatted about me doing drag, but it sort of fizzled out was everything I had expected it to be. It was inspiring from there.” to watch others bring their characters to life.” Two years later, he dressed in drag for the first When he was around 12 or 13 years old, his grand- time at After Dark, using Halloween as his inroad. mother took him to see a production of Joseph and the “I swear every drag queen I’ve met has started Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. on Halloween!” he laughs. “I started to go out more special guest EDGAR WINTER “I remember being completely mesmerized by and officially started performing there [as Dixxxie Li- what was happening onstage,” he says. “We hadn’t cious] in December of 2016. So I have been in the THURSDAY MARCH 15TH, 2018 • 7:30PM researched the show and knew nothing about it, so we scene a little over a year now.” were taken for a spin. But we were joyfully surprised Ireland relishes this new opportunity. THE MORRIS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER by the comedic take on the classic Bible story. It was “I love performing, and if I can bring happiness a wonderful time and is one of my most cherished to people, I will do it,” he says. “I think audiences ap- SOUTH BEND, INDIANA memories.” preciate my energy and comedic elements. They can 0RUULV3HUIRUPLQJ$UWV&HQWHU%R[2ႈFH2UELW0XVLF0LVKDZDND$XGLR He attended Wabash High School and graduated tell that I enjoy what I do, so they enjoy it as well. And 6SHFLDOLVWV6516RXWK%HQG.DUPD5HFRUGV3O\PRXWK :DUVDZ in the top 10 in his class of just over 100. His school there is definitely a sense that no one knows what I &KDUJHE\SKRQHRURQOLQHZZZPRUULVFHQWHURUJ didn’t have a large theater program, but he did par- will do next!” ticipate in productions. Performers were generally Part of Dixxxie’s appeal is her connection to the recruited by the director rather than undergoing audi- tions. Continued on page 11 March 1, 2018------www.whatzup.com------5 HAMLET From Page 2

Hamlet remains one of the most divi- sive characters in theater. Scholars and thes- pians still argue over his merits and failings, rarely agreeing on which is which. Bandt said she sees Hamlet as an intel- lectual thrust into a situation that does not call for an intellectual. “At the root of it, at the end of the day, Hamlet is an overanalytical overthinker,” she said. “He is a thinker who has been put into a situations that demands action. That causes all the turmoil we see in the play.” Hamlet is one of the few thinkers in western theater whose thought processes are there for the audience to see, Bandt said. “If to think is feminine, then Hamlet is feminine,” Hofrichter said. “Hamlet is someone who usually does not act rashly. It’s kind of ironic that the one point he does ------Feature • Michael Collins------act rashly because literary people are always busting his chops for not being a man of ac- tion – he kills the wrong guy. “It’s not unlike when you take quick action, you might actually attack the wrong country,” he said. “There’s a lesson there. Slow methodicalness is not necessarily a bad thing.” Spontaneous Inspiration As Hamlet, Bandt said she and Tara Olivero as Laertes get to engage in the tra- By Ben Dehr Heingartner, Chris Schrein, and Addeline the last few months. ditionally male theatrical activity of fighting Griswold. Also doing great things in local “I most proud of how warm and recep- with swords. Sometimes being in the right place art community would be Jon Brown over at tive the city of Fort Wayne is to burgeoning “How often do two women in theater – at the right time can lead to destruction. A Collective State. He’s recently given a home new artists and old favorites that have been or on film, for that matter – get to engage in stray bullet finds its way through your body to many artists’ works that don’t always around for years. I feel as though the art truly physical combat?” she said. or your car gets caught in a fender bender. have the time to make it out to all the local community has done nothing but grow and Bandt shares the stage in this produc- Other times, it’s a blessing and stars align to art shows.” improve since I’ve found myself a part of tion with some of Fort Wayne’s greatest ac- create something special. The reference to it,” said Collins. tresses, and she said it’s been quite an edu- For Michael Collins, helping to manage Jared Andrews is in- Some artists sit down, cation. Bravas Burgers on Fairfield Ave. helped his teresting. If you’ve their example set up in the “It’s amazing,” she said. “I sat down for art to flourish in both creative and utilitarian seen a gig poster desired light, and plug away our first table read, and I am just listening ways. for the Brass Rail in within their medium. Col- to their voices speaking this text. I thought “I’m extremely proud to be involved the last year, you’ve lins’ process doesn’t begin to myself, ‘How lucky am I to be with these with the [Bravas] team, and it’s truly re- undoubtedly seen with a pen in hand, but out women and we’re all working on the same freshing to be surrounded by so many caring Andrews’ work. And of the blue. thing? people,” Collins told whatzup via email. the Rail’s walls are “The process normally “They have such a natural grasp of this “I didn’t start freelancing until two years adorned with many starts with an idea very text,” Bandt said. “And they make such ago around the same time I started working Andrews originals spontaneously coming to beautiful sense of the language. Just being with Bravas. Working there, I’ve been given which are highly il- mind. From there it’ll be- around them, I pick things up. Their home is multiple opportunities to create art for a few lustrative with heavy come a quick sketch or even on the stage. They feel very natural up there. of the events we’ve held. just a few words saved as a They actively listen. It’s just a lot of fun.” From there I’ve branched note on my phone. When I The challenge of casting Shakespeare, out, working for other res- Top Left: “A Look Inside” finally have time to sit and Hofrichter said, is finding actors who can taurants in town and a few Top Middle: “Alpha and Omega” work on the idea, it grows bridge the gap between the play’s language bands. Top Right: Are We Electric from a pencil line drawing and the audience’s understanding. “The pros far outweigh until it’s ready to be fin- “This idea of – I don’t want to say trans- the cons of attempting to ished with pen and ink,” he lating Shakespeare, because that’s not quite do art while working full-time when you’re colors and black marker outlines. You can said. it,” he said, “but interpreting Shakespeare in working with such a great company. The see some of these features in both “A Look Once an artist has his process down, a certain way – part one is the actor has to only real con is the lack of free time.” Inside” and “Alpha and Omega,” both pro- it’s all about inspiration. This can obviously know exactly what they are saying with all Some artists’ style comes from so far out duced using pen and ink, Collins’ preferred come from anywhere. There’s no limit to the implications; part two is ‘How do those of left field that it’s nearly impossible to tell creation medium. where or when inspiration can strike, espe- words come out of your mouth?’ and ‘How who their inspirations are, or who they’ve “Pen and ink is my favorite to work cially with the impact of technology and the is your body reinforcing the meaning so the learned anything worth copying or working with,” he said. “At first this was due to the access to anything and everything via the in- audience understands?’” from. comics and graphic novels I was reading. ternet. The cast of Hamlet is uniquely suited to With Collins, the influences are fairly Nowadays a large amount of the enjoyment “The internet can overwhelm you with these aims, Hofrichter said. straightforward, though they overlap and comes from the hassle-free clean-up. A small the vast amount of art ready to be viewed Hofrichter doesn’t think there is any definitely vary from piece to piece. part of me has been itching to return to mak- and shared,” Collins said. “The great thing one way to look at Hamlet because it’s one Take his piece “Are We Electric,” for ing a mess with paints again, though.” about that is how quickly you can find in- of those puzzles where perspective changes example. The style is a bit denser than Ralph Local influence is an entirely different spiration while supporting your fellow artist. interpretation. Steadman’s, but the sketchiness (via pen monster than historical or worldwide. If a lo- The problem that it poses is that all of that “It’s like that old story about the three markings) and cartoon-like figures definitely cal artist influences you, keeping the styles great art and ideas you see can lead to you blind men who touch different parts of an help to relay the same message. separate might be a little tricky. However, diluting yourself to fit in amongst all these elephant and come up with wildly differ- “My biggest influences from a non-local the Fort Wayne community seems to thrive other talented creatives. I think it’s impor- ing descriptions,” he said. “In some ways, standpoint have been from Egon Schiele, on encouraging artists with similar ideals, tant to never stop running your inspirations that’s Hamlet. It’s the first piece of dramatic Ralph Steadman, Cleon Peterson, Mike Gi- and even content, as exemplified by new through your own personal filter and twist- writing to do that. And I’m not sure it’s not ant and Keith Harring,” he said. “At a local galleries and art-based stores like the afore- ing [them] into something entirely you. I still the best piece of dramatic writing to do level I truly enjoy and am inspired by the mentioned Collective State and Rhapsody that.” works of Matt Plett, Jared Andrews, Kara Art Gallery which have popped up within Continued on page 16 6------www.whatzup.com------March 1, 2018 ------Spins------Wooden Nickel The Sweetwater All Stars CD of the Week The Sweetwater All Stars BACKTRACKS I don’t know the cumulative Primal Scream $11.99 years of studio experience among Screamadelica (1991) the lineup of the Sweetwater All Stars, but I’m guessing it’s in the Primal Scream wandered around centuries. These musicians know their native Scotland and most of Eu- their craft, but it’s not the techni- rope in the late 80s, but this album cal prowess gleaned from decades made me notice, and I’ve been a fan of playing that shines the bright- since. est on the collection of covers. Part of the new “Madchester” Rather, it’s the sonic warmth that scene where indie-rock married pop- comes from professionals who psychedelic, these guys were house music with a twist. know how to make a polished re- The record kicks off with “Movin’ on Up,” a poppy track that cord without pushing the production too far. combines the mid 80s sounds with a touch of Moby. “Slip Inside For the most part, the album’s track listing lives comfortably in This House” grinds away with a hip-hop blend arrangement that that place where soul, gospel and R&B met rock in the 60s. Many of includes some groovy sampling, heavy percussion and fat syn- the tracks depend on the powerful vocals of Kat Bowser, who evokes thesizers. Darker than most of their stuff, Robert Young’s vocals SENSE FAIL Etta James via Janis Joplin on “Tell Mama” and adds a punch to on this song are similar to lead singer Bobby Gillespie’s. “Don’t IF THERE IS LIGHT, IT WILL FIND YOU The Band’s “The Weight.” “Cry Me a River” is an all-out party, and Fight It” is house dance music. It works, but it’s not one of my Fans of Senses Fail have been waiting a long “Everyday Will Be Like a Holiday” is smooth perfection. favorites, as it just chugs away for almost seven minutes. “Higher time for an album like If There Is Light, It Will When the trajectory veers toward pop, the All Stars pull it back Than the Sun” dives back into the psych-pop, and the dreamy Find You. On it, frontman Buddy Nielsen is more toward more old-school forms. “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” gets an “Inner Flight” is one of the best things they ever recorded. “Come emotionally open than ever, and he’s backed up R&B makeover, and Bowser elevates “Take Me to the Pilot” higher Together” has a spirited vibe and beautiful harmonies that em- by insanely memorable melodies. Maybe more into the gospel realm than even Elton John did. brace the times; it reminds me a lot of U2 from the same period. importantly, the band is once again exploring The whole thing is underpinned by the rock solid rhythm section It’s also been remixed several times, with each version better than sonic territory that it hasn’t visited in more than of drummer Nick D’Virgilio and bassists Mark Hornsby and Dave the previous. a dozen years, a turn of events that’s sure to please their most loyal fans. Get If There Is Light, Martin. Bright warmth is provided by a horn section that adds color Another one of my favorites from the release is “Loaded,” It Will Find You for $11.99 at all Wooden Nickel without getting slicked down with production frills. which samples The Emotions’ 1976 single “I Don’t Wanna Lose Music stores. The All Stars clearly have an affection for a pivotal moment in Your Love” and excerpts from Roger Corman’s 1966 biker film, American music history, and, fortunately, they also have the musi- The Wild Angels. cal maturity to know how to capture the spirit of that moment in the “I’m Comin’ Down” brings the level back down and reminds TOP SELLERS @ studio. (Evan Gillespie) me of Jesus and Mary Chain or The Stone Roses. Good stuff from a genre that slipped through the cracks in the early 90s. The album Wooden Nickel Niklas Sorensen closes with “Shine Like Stars,” a mellow track that wraps up a (Week ending 2/25/18) Solo 2 great record from a fantastic band. Primal Scream have a dozen releases in 30 years, their lat- TW LW ARTIST/Album Nicklas Sorensen is back with est being 2016’s Chaosmosis, which is really good. They are cur- 1 – ALICE COOPER his second solo LP, titled Solo 2, rently on a European tour. (Dennis Donahue) The Sound of A on El Paraiso Records. This time around he recorded the album with treated to some Michael Rother vibes in the psychedelic guitar lines 2 2 GRETA VAN FLEET Jonas Munk in his Odense studio, in the background. Munk adds distant synth to fill in any gaps that From the Fire and the songs are a mixture of may have needed to be filled. With headphones on this song will 3 – VANCE JOY Sorensen’s fluid guitar loops and ease you into a much calmer state of mind. “2.6” is all galactic vibes, Nation of Two Munk’s analog synths (with some as though black hole were swallowing your mind. It’s a beautiful electronic rhythms thrown in for thing, really. Wavering drones slink in the distance as Sorensen plays 4 – JANIVA MAGNESS good measure). The results are a some extremely tasteful guitar over everything. There’s a real Mark Love Is an Army tour de force of moody composition and otherworldly vibes. Knopfler feel to the tone of the guitar, but that’s before everything Like his first solo adventure, the songs onSolo 2 are simply titled dissipates into a sea of ambient synth. 5 4 BETH HART/JOE BONAMASSA as numbers, like “2.1,” “2.2” and “2.3” and so on. It’s six tracks of Sorensen continues to push the solo electric guitar record to Black Coffee slightly ambient, slightly psychedelic and all-encompassing melo- new levels. With the help of Jonas Munk, he even bests himself this dy. time around. He touches on Berlin School headiness, and even Steve 6 – FEVER RAY “2.1” starts the album off on a Brazilian flavor, like some neo- Reich roams the halls of this excellent LP. Solo 2 is a guitar record Plunge futuristic Charlie Byrd doing his best bossa nova in outer space. The for both the musically intellectual and the person looking for some 7 1 SWEETWATER ALL STARS deft rhythmic touches, layered guitar lines and ethereal synths that music to keep them company on a long car ride. You don’t have to Sweetwater All Stars float over the proceedings give the song an almost trance-like feel. dig deep to find the treasures here, but if you do you will be reward- This is what I’m talking about when I say Nicklas Sorensen erases ed. (John Hubner) 8 – BIG SMO those guitar hero boundaries. Special Reserve “2.2” opens with a simple guitar loop to which some melody Rick Springfield counterpoints are added. Pretty soon simple percussion is thrown in The Snake King 9 – JOHN MAYALL with some light synth touches that give the song an almost 80s feel. Three for the Road As the song progresses you begin to get lost in the ether as guitars Fans of “Jessie’s Girl” and upon synths upon more guitars layer into a wall of beautiful drone. Rick Springfield’s 80s acting work 10 – LEGEND OF THE SEAGULLMEN If NEU! had recorded with Richard Dashut in 1982, they might have on General Hospital are in for a Legend of the Seagullmen sounded like this excellent track. shock if they pick up The Snake “2.3” goes into a more contemplative space. The track itself King, Springfield’s latest album. gives off this sepia-toned feel – aged and world weary. It puts me in Those who are familiar with the mind of the Brian Ellis and Brian Grainger album At Dusk with its outrageously profane fictional check out our guitar-meets-existential-drift vibe. It’s simply gorgeous. version of himself that Spring- If you’re listening to this on vinyl, dear readers, now would be field played on Californication, 50¢ vinyl bins the time to flip your record. As we make our way to side B we’re wel- his turn as the devil himself on comed into this alternate musical reality where heady synths wisp Supernatural or his confessions of depression in a 2010 memoir will hundreds to choose from around our heads as psychedelic guitars whirl in the air. be less surprised, but it’s hard to imagine who would not feel some- 3627 N. Clinton • 484-2451 “2.4” is carried along with electric piano and fluttering guitar thing jarring in perhaps the darkest album ever released by a former notes that sound as if they’re playing in reverse. The space-y vibe is pop star. 3422 N. Anthony • 484-3635 grounded by Sorensen’s tasteful fretwork. Despite all the beautiful The Snake King is a theme album (if not a full-fledged concept 6427 W. 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March 1, 2018------www.whatzup.com------7 NIGHTLIFE jd lounge BOOTLEGGERS SALOON & GALLEY THURS., march 1, 8PM...... mike mowry Pub/Tavern • 2809 W. Main St., Fort Wayne • 260-387-6307 Non-smoking • Hoosier Lotto Ex p e c t : Golden Tee, jukebox, 3 TVs, free WIFI, deck patio, motorcycle Leather Couches • Upscale Atmosphere Half Off Martinis every Wednesday MARCH 1: parking available. Daily food & drink specials: $1 coneys & $2.50 18 oz. Carry-Out Specials Available domestics Sun.; 50¢ wings & $3 pitchers Mon.; $1 tacos & $1.50 domestic 60¢ Wings All Day Wednesday & 6-10pm Friday BEERHALL ANNIVERSARY longnecks Tues.; $1 drafts & 1/2 price pizza Wed.; $12 buckets & $1 slid- HOG ROAST + 3Floyds live music at dupont bar & grill + Warpigs + Mikkeller ers Thurs.; $4 pitchers & smoked BBQ ribs, tips & chicken specials Fri.; + Joe Jus�ce LIVE $12 buckets Sat. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Corner of Jefferson & West Main St., FRIDAY, march 2 • 9:30pm FRIDAY, MARCH 2 @ 10PM 2 minutes from downtown. Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-3 a.m. daily. Al c o h o l : Full march 2 (7-10p): Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, Disc, ATM DJ BLAKE PLAN B SATURDAY, march 3 • 9:30pm JON DURNELL march 3 (7-10p): C2G MUSIC HALL SATURDAY, MARCH 3 @ 10PM Music • 323 W. Baker St., Fort Wayne • 260-426-6464 prime suspects RANDY SPENCER Ex p e c t : CATCH ALL THE NFL ACTION Great live music on one of Fort Wayne’s best stages. Diverse JON DURNELL BAND on our giant megatron musical genres from local, regional and national performers, all in a com- fortable, all-ages, family-friendly, intimate atmosphere. Excellent venue 10336 Leo Road Fort Wayne for shows, events, presentations, meetings and gatherings. Food catered by 260-483-1311 local vendors during some shows. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Downtown on Baker between Ewing and Harrison, just south of Parkview Field. Ho u r s : Most ------Calendar • Live Music & Comedy------shows start at 8 p.m., doors one hour earlier. Al c o h o l : Beer & wine during shows only; Pm t : Cash, check Thursday, March 1 IPFW Ba n d s Co n c e r t — Classical at Op e n Mic h o s t e d b y Co t e Go d o y — Auer Performance Hall, Rhinehart Variety at Trubble Brewing Company, CALHOUN STREET SOUPS, SALADS & SPIRITS Bu c c a Ka r a o k e w/Bu c c a — Variety Music Center, IPFW, Fort Wayne, Fort Wayne, 7 p.m.-9 p.m., no cover, at Deer Park Irish Pub, Fort Wayne, 7:30 p.m., $4-$7, 481-6555 267-6082 Music/Variety • 1915 S. Calhoun St., Fort Wayne • 260-456-7005 9 p.m., no cover, 432-8966 Je ff McDo n a l d — Oldies at Don Hall’s Op e n St a g e Ja m — Hosted by Pop ‘n’ x p e c t E : Great atmosphere, DJ Friday night, live shows, weekly drink Ch r i s Wo r t h & Co m p a n y — Variety at Guesthouse, Fort Wayne, 7 p.m.-10 Fresh at Office Tavern, Fort Wayne, specials, private outdoor patio seating. Daily specials, full menu of sand- What’s Up Pub & Grub, Fort Wayne, p.m., no cover, 489-2524 8:30 p.m.-12:30 p.m., no cover, 478- wiches, soups, salads, weekend dinner specials and appetizers. Ge t t i n g 7 p.m.-10 p.m., no cover, 489-3488 Jo e Ju s t i c e — Variety at teds Beer 5827 Th e r e : Corner of South Calhoun Street and Masterson; ample parking on Co r e y Hu n t e r & Ch r i s t i n e St e d m a n Hall (and Wine Bar), Fort Wayne, R&R Entertainment — Karaoke street and lot behind building. Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.-Thurs.; 11 — Comedy at Gutbusterz Comedy 6 p.m.-9 p.m., no cover, (888) 260- at Columbia Street West, Fort 0351 Wayne, 9:30 p.m., no cover, 422- a.m.-midnight or later Fri.-Sat.; closed Sun. 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Harrison St., Fort Wayne • 260-467-1638 Fo r t Wa y n e K a r a o k e — Variety at Latch Lounge, Fort Wayne, 8 p.m., no 399-7700 Ex p e c t : High-action sports watching experience featuring 30 HD TVs, String Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, 10 cover, 483-1311 Sh e l l y Di x o n & Je ff McRa e — Variety state-of-the-art sound systems and booths with private flat screen TVs. p.m., no cover, 483-5526 Op e n Mic — Hosted by Mike Conley at The Wet Spot, Decatur, 8:30 p.m.- at Mad Anthony Brewing Co., Fort 11:30 p.m., no cover, 728-9031 Great drink specials. Varied menu to suit any palate. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Fo r t Wa y n e Ka r a o k e w/TJ — Variety Wayne, 8 p.m.-11 p.m., no cover, Tr o n i c — EDM at O’Sullivan’s Italian Corner of Jefferson Blvd. and S. Harrison St., inside Courtyard by Marriott. at Rack & Helen’s, New Haven, 10 p.m., no cover, 749-5396 426-2537 Irish Pub, Fort Wayne, 10 p.m., no Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-12 a.m. Fri.-Sat. Al c o h o l : Hu b i e As h c r a f t — Acoustic at Trolley cover, 422-5896 Full Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, Amex, Disc, ATM Steaks & Seafood, Fort Wayne, 7 Columbia Street WesT p.m.-10 p.m., no cover, 490-4322 Rock • 135 W. Columbia St., Fort Wayne • 260-422-5055 ------Ex p e c t : The Fort’s No. 1 rock club. Dance Party with DJ Rich every Friday & Saturday w/ladies in free on Saturdays until 11 p.m. Columbia Street menu features salads, sandwiches, pizzas, Southwestern and daily specials. Also visit Bourbon Street Hideaway, our New Orleans-style res- taurant, in the lower level of C-Street; open at 5 p.m. Thursday-Saturday e t t i n g h e r e o u r s Musicians Step Up for Farias Family (260-422-7500). G T : Downtown on The Landing. H : Open 4 p.m.-3 a.m. Mon.-Sat. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, Piere’s Entertainment Center will host a very Disc, Amex special benefit in honor of the late Jesse Farias who CRAZY PINZ/Coconutz Restaurant passed away this January after fighting the flu for Out and About Games/Music • 1414 Northland Blvd., Fort Wayne • 260-490-2695 three weeks. The 50-year-old Farias, who leaves be- NICK BRAUN Ex p e c t : Exciting atmosphere for families. Bowling, arcade, laser tag, mini- hind two daughters aged 13 and 9, was well known in golf and weekly live entertainment. Coconutz restaurant serves American the local music scene, having tended bar at a few local cuisine daily with food and drink specials. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : North on Lima hot spots over the years and making many friendships and fun. For the youngsters, don’t forget about the Rd. from Coliseum, past Sam’s Club to Northland Blvd. Ho u r s : 10 a.m.-11 along the way. ever popular Gold Coin Hunt and Lucky Charms eat- p.m. Mon.-Wed.; 10 a.m.-midnight Thurs.; 10 a.m.-1 a.m. Fri.-Sat.; noon- I think local musician Dave P said it best: “Jesse ing contest. Thanks to the Fort Wayne Professional 10 p.m. Sun. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, Disc, Amex was a big part of the local music scene, a rock star Firefighters for putting on such an event. Whatever DEER PARK PUB without a band.” you choose to do that day, have fun and be safe. Beginning at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 25, the ben- *** Eclectic • 1530 Leesburg Rd., Fort Wayne • 260-432-8966 fit will include a raffle, a silent auction and a whole One sign that warm weather is just around the Ex p e c t : Home to Dancioke, 12 craft beer lines, 75 domestic and imported beers, assorted wines, St. Pat’s Parade, keg toss, Irish snug and USF stu- slew of local acts performing on the big stage. That list corner is the recent announcement of the upcoming dents. Friday/Saturday live music, holiday specials. Outdoor beer garden. includes Left Lane Cruiser, Brother, Unlikely Alibi, Fort Wayne Music Festival happening May 10-12. www.deerparkpub.com. Wi-Fi hotspot. Finger food, tacos every Tuesday. Big Dick and the Penetrators, Adam Strack, Chilly The Headwaters Park Lincoln Pavilion will host the Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Corner of Leesburg and Spring, across from UFS. Ho u r s : Addams & JJ Fabini, Morning After, U.R.B., The Taj three-day music festival that offers a little something 2 p.m.-1 a.m. Mon.-Thurs., noon-2 a.m. Fri.-Sat., 1-10 p.m. Sun. Al c o h o l : Maholics with Kenny Taylor, Hardfall and The Wail- for everyone. Starting things off will be Throwback Beer & Wine; Pm t : MC, Visa, Disc hounds. That’s a pretty impressive list, and it goes Thursday featuring music by Ying Yang Twins, to show how many people Farias impacted over the Twista, Do or Die, Mike Jones and Murphy Lee of the DUESY’S SPORTS BAR & GRILLE years. Proceeds from the event will go to his daugh- St. Lunatics. There will also be DJ performances and Sports Bar • 305 E. Washington Ctr. Rd., Fort Wayne • 260-484-0411 ters. Come out and share some memories, listen to adult games, including beer pong, flippy cup, etc. The Ex p e c t : 27 huge flat screen TVs with all your favorites sports – NASCAR some good tunes and help out Jesse’s family. next evening will be Electric Spring 2018 featuring and more; live trivia 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays; kitchen opens at 11 a.m. w/custom *** hip-hop and EDM DJ’s. The lineup will include Riff burgers, specialty sandwiches, BBQ, flatbreads, salads and wraps. Ge t t i n g Are you ready for St. Patty’s Day? This year’s Raff, DJ Dub Knight, DJ DannyB, Adam Murphy, DJ Th e r e : Corner of Washington Center Rd. and Coldwater, just south of I-69. Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-midnight or later daily. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : MC, holiday falls on a Saturday which means even more Ruckus and celebrity YouTube performers. Rock on Visa, Disc, Amex green beer will be flowing this time around. 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Ge t t i n g Th e r e : North of Fort Wayne at Leo Crossing cover, 925-9805 Park Irish Pub, Fort Wayne, 8 p.m.- p.m., no cover, 426-3442 (Dupont & Clinton). Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-3 a.m. daily Al c o h o l : Full Service; Su m Mo r z — Rock at Latch String Bar 11 p.m., no cover, 432-8966 Op e n Mic — Hosted by Mike Conley & Grill, Fort Wayne, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., Su s a n Ma e & Ne w Ye s t e r d a y — Variety at Mad Anthony Brewing Co., Fort Pm t : MC, Visa, Amex no cover, 483-5526 at Hamilton Public House, Fort Wayne, 8 p.m.-11 p.m., no cover, HAMILTON HOUSE Wayne, 8 p.m.-11 p.m., no cover, 426-2537 488-3344 Op e n St a g e Ja m — Hosted by Pop ‘n’ Neighborhood Bar • 3950 E. Bellefontaine, Hamilton • 260-488-3344 Saturday, March 3 Fresh at Office Tavern, Fort Wayne, Ex p e c t : Great atmosphere with a beautiful view of lake; 20 beers on tap, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 p.m., no cover, 478- Ba c k Wa t e r — Country / country rock at Sunday, March 4 6 large HDTVs w/DirecTV (NFL Package during season), internet juke, The Post, Pierceton, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 5827 ntertainment pool table, karaoke every Friday (9 p.m.), live bands every Saturday (8 a.m., $3, (574) 594-3010 Fo r t Wa y n e Philharmonic — Freimann R&R E — Karaoke at Columbia Street West, Fort p.m.) Memorial Day thru Labor Day. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Corner of roads 1 Ca d i l l a c Ra n c h — Classic rock at Series performance of music from Danny’s Sports Bar, Barbee Hotel, Mozart’s ‘Don Giovanni’ at Auer Wayne, 9:30 p.m., no cover, 422- and 427. Ho u r s : 10 a.m.-1 a.m. Mon.-Wed.; 10 a.m.-3 a.m. Thurs.-Sat.; 10 5055 a.m.-12 midnight Sun. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : MC, Visa Warsaw, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., no cover, Performance Hall, Rhinehart Music (574) 834-1111 Center, Fort Wayne, 2 p.m., $29, Sc o t t Wa s v i c k — Variety at JD Lounge, Fort Wayne, 8 p.m., no cover, 483- jd lounge Ca l d e r — Variety at Mad Anthony 481-0777 Brewing Co., Fort Wayne, 8 p.m.-11 Hu b i e As h c r a f t Tr i o — Country at 1311 Pubs & Taverns • 10366 Dupont Rd., Fort Wayne • 260-483-1311 p.m., no cover, 426-2537 Double Eagle, Decatur, 3 p.m.-6 Sh e l l y Di x o n & Je ff McRa e — Variety Ex p e c t : Upscale non-smoking atmosphere, craft beers and local wines, Ch e l s e a Er i c k s o n — Acoustic variety p.m., no cover, 724-8777 at Rack & Helen’s Social House, Fort Wayne, 7 p.m.-10 p.m., no cover, NFL Ticket, acoustic music on Thursdays, carryout, lottery, drink and food at Country Heritage Winery, LaOtto, Ur i a h He e p — Rock at T. Furth Center, 230-3145 specials. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : North of Fort Wayne at Leo Crossing (Dupont 5 p.m.-8 p.m., no cover, 637-2980 Trine University, Angola, 7 p.m., Tr o n i c — EDM at O’Sullivan’s Italian and Clinton), next to Dupont Bar & Grill. Ho u r s : Open 5 p.m. Mon.-Sat., Ch r i s Ru t k o w s k i a n d Ri c h Co h e n $30-$50, 665-4990 Pr o j e c t — Jazz at Club Soda, Fort Irish Pub, Fort Wayne, 10 p.m., no 12 noon Sun. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, Disc, Amex Wayne, 9 p.m.-12 a.m., no cover, Monday, March 5 cover, 422-5896 LATCH STRING BAR & GRILL 426-3442 Ch r i s Wo r t h — Variety at Oakwood Fo r t Wa y n e Ka r a o k e — Karaoke Friday, March 9 Pubs & Taverns • 3221 N. Clinton St., Fort Wayne • 260-483-5526 Resort, Syracuse, 8 p.m.-11 p.m., no at Latch String Bar & Grill, Fort Ex p e c t : Fun, friendly, rustic atmosphere. Daily drink specials. Mondays, cover, (574) 457-7100 Wayne, 10 p.m., no cover, 483-5526 Aa r o n Gr a b e r Bl u e g r a s s w/Mi l l e r l a s s i c i t y a r a o k e w a r k e r a m i l y i n g e r s $2.75 imports; Tuesdays, $3 margaritas & $1 tacos; Wednesdays, $2.50 C C K /DJ P — Je s s i c a Br i t a -Se g y d e — Variety at Deer F S — Bluegrass/variety well drinks and 59¢ bone-in wings; Sundays, $2.50 bloody Marys. Live Variety at Club Paradise, Angola, 9 Park Irish Pub, Fort Wayne, 6:30 at Cupbearer Cafe, Auburn, 7 p.m.-9 bands Friday, Sunday, & Tuesday; open mic Wednesday; karaoke Monday, p.m., no cover, 833-7082 p.m.-8 p.m., no cover, 432-8966 p.m., free, 920-8734 Co r e y Hu n t e r & Ch r i s t i n e St e d m a n — Br o t h e r — Rock at Mitchell’s Sports Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Op e n Mic h o s t e d b y Sh e l l y Di x o n & Thursday & Saturday. No cover. Where Clinton and Lima Comedy at Gutbusterz Comedy & Bar & Neighborhood Grill, Fort roads meet. Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Mon.-Sat., 12 noon-12:30 a.m. Sun. Je ff McRa e — Variety at Curly’s Grill, Fort Wayne, 10 p.m., $10-$15, Village Inn, Fort Wayne, 7 p.m.-10 Wayne, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $5, 387- Al c o h o l : Pm t Full Service; : MC, Visa 486-0216 p.m., no cover, 747-9964 5063 Co r e y Hu n t e r & Ch r i s t i n e St e d m a n — Ca d i l l a c Ra n c h — Classic rock at Mad Anthony Brewing cOMPANY Comedy at Gutbusterz Comedy & Eagles Post 3512, Fort Wayne, 7 Brew Pub/Micro Brewery • 2002 S. Broadway, Fort Wayne • 260-426-2537 Grill, Fort Wayne, 8 p.m., $10-$15, Tuesday, March 6 p.m.-11 p.m., no cover, 436-3512 x p e c t 486-0216 Ch e l s e a Er i c k s o n — Acoustic variety E : 20-plus beers freshly hand-crafted on premises with a full bar Ch i l l y ’s Ta l e n t & Ta c o s — Open mic featuring craft cocktails and more. Expanded menu full of old favorites and DDT — Classic rock at Hamilton at teds Beer Hall (and Wine Bar), House, Hamilton, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., no at Latch String Bar & Grill, Fort Fort Wayne, 7 p.m.-10 p.m., no exciting new entrees, “One of the best pizzas in America,” large vegetar- cover, 488-3344 Wayne, 9 p.m.-12 a.m., no cover, cover, e t t i n g h e r e 483-5526 ian menu. Sunday Carry-out available. G T : Just southwest Do w n t h e Li n e 12: Le g e n d s By Lo c a l s Ch r i s Wo r t h — Variety at Nick’s Martini of downtown Fort Wayne at Taylor & Broadway. Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-11 p.m. f e a t . To d d Ha r r o l d & Ni c k Bo b a y Dr u m Ci r c l e — Drumming & Wine Bar, Fort Wayne, 8:30 p.m.- Mon-Thurs; 11 a.m.-12 a.m. Fri-Sat; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. Al c o h o l : Full (St e v i e Wo n d e r ), Ma r c h On, at Sweetwater, Fort Wayne, 7 p.m.-8 11:30 p.m., no cover, 482-6425 p.m., no cover, (800) 222-4700 Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, Disc Co m r a d e (Ph i l Co l l i n s ), Th e Be Cl a s s i c Vo i c e — Swing/variety at The Co l o n y (Ra d i o h e a d , Pi n k Dr o y d Fo r t Wa y n e Ar e a Co m m u n i t y Ba n d — Venice Restaurant, Fort Wayne, 7 (St y x ) — Variety at Embassy Variety at Rhinehart Music Center, p.m.-10 p.m., no cover, 482-1618 MAD ANTHONY lake city TAP HOUSE Fort Wayne, 7:30 p.m., $7-$8, 481- Theatre, Fort Wayne, 7 p.m., Da n c e Pa r t y w/DJ Ri c h — Variety Music/Rock • 113 E. Center St., Warsaw • 574-268-2537 $15-$20, 424-5665 6555 at Columbia Street West, Fort Ex p e c t : The eclectic madness of the original combined with hand-crafted Fo r t Wa y n e Ka r a o k e — Karaoke Fo r t Wa y n e K a r a o k e — Variety at Rack Wayne, 10:30 p.m., cover, 422-5055 & Helen’s, New Haven, 9 p.m., no Mad Anthony ales and lagers. Carry-out handcrafted brews available. Live at Latch String Bar & Grill, Fort Fo r t Wa y n e Ka r a o k e w/Er i c — music on Saturdays. Expanded menu, including one of the best pizzas in Wayne, 10:30 p.m., no cover, 483- cover, 749-5396 Karaoke at Rack & Helen’s, New Op e n Mic — Hosted by Dan Smyth at America and a large vegetarian menu. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : From U.S. 30, turn 5526 Haven, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., no cover, Green Frog Inn, Fort Wayne, 8 p.m.- southwest on E. Center St.; go 2 miles. Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.- Fo r t Wa y n e Philharmonic — Video 749-5396 Games Live at Auer Performance 11 p.m., no cover, 426-1088 Thurs.; 11 a.m.-12 a.m. Fri.-Sat.; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. Al c o h o l : Full- Fo r t Wa y n e Ka r a o k e w/Ja y — Variety Hall, Rhinehart Music Center, IPFW, at Coconutz @ Crazy Pinz, Fort m t Service; P : MC, Visa, Disc Fort Wayne, 7:30 p.m., $29 and up Wayne, 9 p.m., no cover, 490-2695 (on sale Nov. 15), 481-0777 Wednesday, March 7 MAD ANTHONY’S LAKEVIEW ALE HOUSE Im a g i n e — Variety at Deer Park Irish Gy p s y Ba n d i t — Classic rock & blues Ca r o l y n Ma r t i n — Variety at Don Hall’s Pub, Fort Wayne, 8 p.m.-11 p.m., no Eclectic • 4080 N 300 W, Angola • 260-833-2537 at American Legion Post 499, Fort Guesthouse, Fort Wayne, 7 p.m.-10 cover, 432-8966 Ex p e c t : Twelve handcrafted beers on tap; also featuring Indiana craft beers Wayne, 8 p.m.-11 p.m., no cover, p.m., no cover, 489-2524 Jo e St a b e l l i — Jazz at Don Hall’s Gas 459-3156 and local wines. Patio with seating for 100; seven dock slips; 150-seat Hu b i e As h c r a f t — Acoustic at Hamilton House, Fort Wayne, 5:45 p.m.-9 banquet facility. Expanded menu, including famous gourmet pizza, unique Ho u s e DJ — Variety at Early Bird’s Public House, Fort Wayne, 6 p.m.-9 p.m., no cover, 426-3411 Ultra Lounge, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m., p.m., no cover, 420-0084 a r a o k e eats and vegetarian fare. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Located on beautiful Lake James K — Variety at Hamilton House, cover, 483-1979 Op e n Mic — Hosted by Adam Baker at Hamilton, 9 p.m., no cover, 488- o u r s above Bledsoe’s Beach. H : 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs.; 11 a.m.- 11 Ho u s e DJ — Variety at Flashback on Pedal City, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m.-12 3344 l c o h o l m t p.m. Fri.-Sat. A : Full Service; P : MC, Visa, Disc the Landing, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m., a.m., no cover, 415-6167 Mu d So c k — Rock/variety at Dupont cover, 422-5292 Pa u l Ne w St e w a r t & Ch a r l e s Rh e n Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, 9:30 p.m.- MAD ANTHONY TAP ROOM Hu b i e As h c r a f t Ba n d — Country at — The Vegas Years at The Venice 1:30 a.m., cover, 483-1311 Music/Rock • 114 N. Main St., Auburn • 260-927-0500 The Venue, Angola, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Restaurant, Fort Wayne, 6 p.m.-9 Ph i l’s Fa m i l y Li z a r d — Rock at Latch $5, 665-3922 Ex p e c t : The eclectic madness of the original combined with hand-crafted p.m., $1, (260) 482-1618 String Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, 10 Mad Anthony ales and lagers. Expanded menu, including one of the best Ja m i e Lo f t u s — Comedy at Calhoun Sh u t Up a n d Si n g — Karaoke at Duesy’s p.m.-1 a.m., no cover, 483-5526 Street Soups, Salads & Spirits, Fort Sports Bar and Grille, Fort Wayne, 7 Si d e c a r Ga r y ’s Ka r a o k e & DJ w/ pizzas in America and a large vegetarian menu. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Take I-69 Wayne, 8 p.m.-10 p.m., $10, 456- p.m.-11 p.m., no cover, 483-5681 Bo b (So u n d Ma n ) — Karaoke at 4 Ho u r s : to State Rd. 8 (Auburn exit); downtown, just north of courthouse. 7005 Th r e e Ri v e r s Ka r a o k e — at Dupont Crowns, Auburn, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., no 11 a.m.-11 a.m. Mon.-Thurs.; 11 a.m.-12 a.m. Fri.-Sat.; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Jo e St a b e l l i — Jazz at Don Hall’s Gas Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m.-1 cover, 925-9805 Sun. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, Disc House, Fort Wayne, 5:45 p.m.-9 a.m., no cover, 483-1311 Th e o r y o f a De a d m a n — Rock at Piere’s p.m., no cover, 426-3411 Entertainment Center, Fort Wayne, 7 Mitchell’s sports & neighborhood grill Jo h n Cu r r a n & Re n e g a d e w/Re l o a d — p.m., $25, 486-1979 Country/rock at Alley Sports Bar, Pro Thursday, March 8 Sports & Music • 6179 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne • 260-387-5063 To d d Ha r r o l d & Er i c Cl a n c y — R&B/ Bowl West, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m.-1 blues at Club Soda, Fort Wayne, 9 Ex p e c t : Family-friendly atmosphere, great food, all sports packages on Bu c c a Ka r a o k e w/Bu c c a — Variety a.m., no cover, 483-4421 p.m., no cover, 426-3442 over 40 TVs, craft beers and more. Great food from wings and pizza to at Deer Park Irish Pub, Fort Wayne, Jo n Du r n e l l — Variety at Mitchell’s Wa b a s h Co u n t y Ho n o r s Ba n d & Ch o i r gourmet sandwiches and entrees; breakfast and blood Mary bar Saturdays Sports Bar & Neighborhood Grill, 9 p.m., no cover, 432-8966 Fo r t Wa y n e K a r a o k e — Variety at Latch — Variety at Honeywell Center, & Sundays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : On the corner of Getz and Fort Wayne, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $3, Wabash, 7:30 p.m., free, 563-1102 387-5063 String Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, 10 Jefferson Blvd., southwest Fort Wayne. Ho u r s : 4 p.m.-close Monday- p.m., no cover, 483-5526 Thursday; 11 a.m.-close Friday-Saturday. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : Mi c h a e l Jr. — Comedy at County Line Church of God, Auburn, 7 p.m., Fo r t Wa y n e Ka r a o k e w/TJ — Variety MC, Visa, Disc, Amex $15-$30, 647-2482 at Rack & Helen’s, New Haven, 10 p.m., no cover, 749-5396

10------www.whatzup.com------March 1, 2018 ------Calendar • Live Music & Comedy------NIGHTLIFE Saturday, March 10 He a r t l a n d Si n g s — Celtic at Theater, St e p h e n Ke l l o gg — Singer/songwriter Allen County Public Library, at B-Side, One Lucky Guitar, Fort Ac t u a l Si z e — Rock at Nick’s Martini Downtown, Fort Wayne, 7 p.m., Wayne, 8:30 p.m.-10 p.m., $12-$15, NICK’S MARTINI & WINE BAR & Wine Bar, Fort Wayne, 8:30 p.m.- $10-$20, 436-8080 969-6672 12:30 a.m., no cover, 482-6425 Ho r i z o n Ar c s — Rock at Meteor Bar To d d Ha r r o l d & Ni c k Bo b a y — R&B/ Dining & Music • 1227 E. State Blvd., Fort Wayne • 260-482-6425 Ex p e c t : Specialty martinis, craft beers and cocktails served up in a clas- Ad d i s o n Ag e n — at T. Furth Center, & Grill, Auburn, 11 p.m.-2 a.m., no blues at Mad Anthony Brewing Co., Trine University, Angola, 8 p.m., cover, 925-6626 Fort Wayne, 8 p.m., no cover, 426- sic martini lounge with live music nightly. Serving a variety of small plate $20-$35, 665-4990 Ho u s e DJ — Variety at Early Bird’s 2537 appetizers with weekly featured tapas plates and drink specials. Ge t t i n g An d a l u s i a n Tr a i l — Indian, North Ultra Lounge, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m., To n e Ju n k i e s — Rock at Dupont Bar Th e r e : One block east of Crescent on State Blvd., next to the Rib Room. African, Middle Eastern at Canterbury cover, 483-1979 & Grill, Fort Wayne, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 Ho u r s : Open at 4 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t .: High School, Fort Wayne, 6:30 p.m., Ho u s e DJ — Variety at Flashback on a.m., cover, 483-1311 MC, Visa, Disc, Amex $5-$25, 424-2430 the Landing, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m., Tr o y Br e s l o w w/Al l Go n e Bl u e — Ch r i s Wo r t h & Co m p a n y — Variety cover, 422-5292 Variety at Trubble Brewing Company, STATE GRILL at American Legion Post 47, Fort Jo e J u s t i c e — Variety at Ceruti’s Summit Fort Wayne, 7 p.m.-11 p.m., no Wayne, 8 p.m.-11 p.m., no cover, Room, Paul’s Place Fundraiser, Fort cover, 267-6082 Pub/Tavern • 1210 E. State Blvd., Fort Wayne • 260-483-5618 209-3960 Wayne, 5 p.m.-9 p.m., cover, 444- Wi l l Ce r t a i n — Variety at teds Beer Ex p e c t : 1st Tavern to pour beer after Prohibition; located in a fun and Cl a s s i c Ci t y Ka r a o k e w/DJ Pa r k e r — 8576 Hall (and Wine Bar), Fort Wayne, 7 friendly neighborhood; home of the XKE Cranials & most dangerous juke- Variety at Club Paradise, Angola, 9 Jo e St a b e l l i — Jazz at Don Hall’s Gas p.m.-10 p.m., no cover, (888) 260- box. Daily drink specials include $2 Tall Boy PBR all day, everyday, great p.m., no cover, 833-7082 House, Fort Wayne, 5:45 p.m.-9 0351 craft beer selection. Golden Tee. Free WIFI. Fort Wayne’s Sammy Hagar p.m., no cover, 426-3411 De r e k Sh e e n — Comedy at Calhoun bar & Beach Bar Rum, Riverbend Pizza. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Corner of State Street Soups, Salads & Spirits, Fort Mo u n t a i n De w e Bo y s — Country at o u r s Wayne, 7 p.m., $10, 456-7005 Hideaway Lounge, Bluffton, 8 p.m.- Sunday, March 11 and Crescent. H : 4 p.m.-3 a.m. Mon., 1 p.m.-3 a.m. Tues.-Fri., noon-3 a.m. Sat., noon-1 a.m. Sun. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t .: Cash only; ATM Fo r t Wa y n e Ka r a o k e — Karaoke 12 a.m., no cover, 824-0455 He a r t l a n d Si n g s — Celtic at Theater, at Latch String Bar & Grill, Fort My So u l ’s Re v o l u t i o n , Ha z e n s o l , Sa d Allen County Public Library, on site Wayne, 10:30 p.m., no cover, 483- Gr a v i t y — Alternative rock at Taps Downtown, Fort Wayne, 2 p.m., TEDS BEER HALL & WINE BAR 5526 Pub, Avilla, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., no cover, $10-$20, 436-8080 Fo r t Wa y n e Philharmonic — 897-3331 Ma n c h e s t e r Sy m p h o n y Or c h e s t r a — Pub/Tavern • 12628 Coldwater Rd., Fort Wayne • 888-260-0357 Masterworks Series of Beethoven’s Pa u l Ne w St e w a r t & Ch a r l e s Rh e n Symphony at Honeywell Center, Ex p e c t : Lively atmosphere, eclectic tap list, knowledgeable bartenders and ‘Symphony No. 6 (Pastoral)’ and — The Vegas Years at The Venice Wabash, 3 p.m., $15, 18 and under the kind of backtalk you usually reserve for family reunions, Thanksgiving Richard Strauss’ ‘Don Quixote’ Restaurant, Fort Wayne, 7 p.m.-10 free, 563-1102 and 90s sitcoms set in high school. Kitchen features pizzas, sandwiches, at Embassy Theatre, Fort Wayne, p.m., $1, 482-1618 burgers, coffee, ice cream and a kids menu. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Located at the 7:30 p.m., $19-$72, 481-0770 Re n z Br o t h e r s — Jazz at Club Soda, intersection of Coldwater and Union Chapel roads. Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fu l l Sp e e d Re v e r s e — Rock at What’s Fort Wayne, 9 p.m.-12 a.m., no Monday, March 12 Up Pub & Grub, Fort Wayne, 8 p.m.- cover, 426-3442 Tues.-Sat. Al c o h o l : Beer/Wine; Pm t : MC, Visa, Disc, Amex Fo r t Wa y n e Ka r a o k e — Karaoke 12 a.m., no cover, 489-3488 Sh r o c k Fa m i l y w/Li v i n g St o n e s at Latch String Bar & Grill, Fort Go o d Ni g h t Gr a c i e — Variety — Contemporary Christian at Wayne, 10 p.m., no cover, 483-5526 at Mitchell’s Sports Bar & Cupbearer Cafe, Auburn, 7 p.m.-9 Neighborhood Grill, Fort Wayne, 10 p.m., free, 920-8734 p.m.-2 a.m., $5, 387-5063

DOWN THE LINE - From Page 4 stage to bang their heads, throw up their hands and expand and keep the Embassy’s positive impact on the sing along with the act. This is an opportunity for the community going.” Embassy to branch out and provide a different, more Performers and music lovers alike come together casual entertainment experience and attract a different for Down the Line to experience their love for music crowd to their facility. in a new way and to support this beloved theater. “We try to bring fun into everything we do and Finally, the main reason for bringing local bands this is a way that the audience can interact with our into the limelight and preserving the Embassy is to building, especially with our theatre in a more relaxed provide a memorable experience for the community. and fun environment,” Crismore said. “It’s just a really good time. It’s a fun time. It’s This event also serves as a way for the Embassy something that the crowd can get behind. It’s great to to raise money so they can continue providing diverse see friends and neighbors on our stage.” entertainment to the community as Indiana’s largest Singing along to classic songs performed by lo- VOLBEAT • LINKIN PARK self-sustaining historic theater cals as only they can is unique to this show and the “This is the Embassy’s second largest fundraiser,” Embassy takes pride in making this night benefit ev- FOO FIGHTERS • NICKELBACK Crismore said, “so this is very much a group effort, eryone involved. which is great [in] that the bands who have agreed to “It is much more like a big party that we are ALICE IN CHAINS • METALLICA perform are doing so knowing that they are helping to throwing for the community.” THE BEASTIE BOYS & MORE IRELAND - From Page 5 audience. “I take the time to meet new people and talk two fathers of a son who is engaged to a young wom- with them so they feel connected with me both on and an with strict conservative parents rings as true today off stage,” Ireland says. “I’ve met a lot of wonderful as it did in the 1970s when it was written. people who support my drag career, and for that I am “I thought a lot about what it meant to be a drag forever grateful.” performer in the late ‘70s,” Ireland says. “We have so In fact, Dixxxie has already won two local pag- much freedom today to be ourselves and be creative eants: Miss Gay Allen County and Miss Fort Wayne in certain safe spaces that we forget what those who Pride. came before us had to fight for.” “Just like Miss USA or Miss America, we com- Gay bars were raided and drag queens were tar- peted in several different categories for the crown,” geted. “Queens would keep all of their things packed says Ireland. “Presentation is usually themed and is backstage just in case there was a raid, and they would a chance to be creative and introduce yourself to the have to make a quick exit,” he says. “So that adds to judges. Evening Gown is your chance to be glamor- the bravery of the performers back then, and I wanted ous and show off your best red carpet style look. On- to specifically include that quiet strength in my per- stage Question is a chance for you to show off your formance.” personality as well as your ability to speak. And Tal- The strength of the subject matter, added to the ent is where you show them what you got!” talent of the cast, has made this a role Ireland will Although pageants can get competitive, he says, cherish. “they are usually a fun time between fellow entertain- “We’ve bonded and created a family, which is ers.” amazing,” he says. “It’s been so rewarding to tell this His experience made him a natural fit for his lat- moving and charming story. It really was a show that est community theater stage role: Albin, the father and was way ahead of its time, and I believe the story is WEEKDAY MORNINGS 6-10AM drag performer, in La Cage aux Folles. The story of more relevant now than ever.” March 1, 2018------www.whatzup.com------11 ------Calendar • On the Road------Radiohead are taking to the road for a short Aaron Lewis Apr. 18 Honeywell Center Wabash summer tour that includes a two-night stay Afghan Whigs, Built to Spill, Rituals of Mine Apr. 12 Riviera Theatre Chicago in Chicago July 6-7. Though the band hasn’t Road Notez Afghan Whigs, Built to Spill, Rituals of Mine Apr. 13 The Vogue Indianapolis released any new music since 2016, they re- CHRIS HUPE Afghan Whigs, Built to Spill, Rituals of Mine Apr. 25 House of Blues Cleveland main a must-see group if you are into that Air Supply June 22 Four Winds Casino New Buffalo, MI type of music. Yes, they have admitted to AJR, Hundred Handed Apr. 6 Egyptian Room Indianapolis hating their biggest radio hit, “Creep,” and are unlikely to play it in concert, but you can AJR, Hundred Handed Apr. 18 House of Blues Cleveland also catch them when they stop in Detroit July 22, Columbus, Ohio July 23 and Cincinnati Alan Jackson Mar. 16 Nutter Center Dayton July 25. Alash Apr. 18 Old Town School Chicago Imagine Dragons will undoubtedly be one of the most sought after live acts this summer Alice Cooper, Edgar Winter Mar. 15 Morris P.A.C. South Bend America’s Got Talent Grace VanderWaal Alice in Chains May 15 Riviera Theatre Chicago as they head out on tour with winner . The Drag- Altan Mar. 22 Beachland Ballroom Cleveland ons newest album, Evolve, has sold more than a million copies and has produced more Altan Mar. 23 Old Town School Chicago than 4 billion streams. I guess that’s pretty good. Anyway, the cleverly named Evolve Tour America July 20 Honeywell Center Wabash treks to Cleveland June 17, Detroit June 21 and Indy June 22. Andalusian Trail Mar. 10 Canterbury High School Fort Wayne The Inaugural Homecoming Festival lineup has been announced. The event is called a Anderson East Apr. 12 20th Century Theatre Cincinnati “Homecoming” because it features Cincinnati’s own The National and is headlined by Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, Zac Clark, Allen Stone, Bob Oxblood Apr. 19 House of Blues Cleveland the band on both nights. The festival takes place April 28-29 in Cincinnati’s Smale Park Andy Grammar Mar. 30 Deluxe Indianapolis and also features Father John Misty, Feist, Alvvays, Future Islands and The Breed- Anita Renfroe Mar. 10 Shipshewana Event Center Shipshewana ers. Ann Wilson Apr. 7 Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park, OH Anne Heaton & Alice Peacock Mar. 21 The Ark Ann Arbor Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy is scheduled to perform two shows at the Vic Theatre in Anthony Jeselnik May 12 Egyptian Room Indianapolis Chicago April 27-28. The two-night stay is part of his Annual Benefit for Education, and Apocalyptica May 19 Egyptian Room Indianapolis proceeds from the shows go to an as yet unnamed charity. Tweedy is expected to focus Apocalyptica May 20 Agora Theatre Cleveland on solo projects this year as Wilco take a break from the road. Tweedy also visits Detroit Asleep at the Wheel Apr. 13 Blue Gate Theatre Shipshewana April 5. Atlanta Pops Orchestra w/Chloe Agnew Mar. 16 Honeywell Center Wabash Dio Disciples have been booked to play Route 33 Rhythm and Brews in Wapakoneta on Bad Bunny Mar. 16 Allstate Arena Rosemont, IL May 3. The band features former members of Ronnie James Dio’s band, play Dio songs Badfish June 15 Clyde Theatre Fort Wayne and have recently come under fire for playing with a Dio hologram. Oh yeah, they are Bahamas, The Weather Station Mar. 10 Metro Chicago managed by Ronnie’s widow, Wendy Dio, so it’s all authorized. Also on the docket for Barenaked Ladies, Better Than Ezra, KT Tunstall June 21 White River State Park Indianapolis this club are Fort favorites Hillbilly Casino on March 15. Wapakoneta is about an hour Barenaked Ladies, Better Than Ezra, KT Tunstall June 23 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Barenaked Ladies, Better Than Ezra, KT Tunstall June 24 Toledo Zoo Amphitheatre Toledo from Fort Wayne. Barenaked Ladies, Better Than Ezra, KT Tunstall July 14 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI The Elkhart County Fair has announced Daughtry as the headliner for its 2018 Concert Barenaked Ladies, Better Than Ezra, KT Tunstall July 15 Jacobs Pavilion Cleveland Series. The former American Idol contestant and his band stop by the fair July 21 to sing a Beach Boys May 10 Honeywell Center Wabash few songs, eat some cotton candy and maybe even judge some pigs and heifers. Christian Bettye LaVette Apr. 13 Old Town School Chicago artist Newsong stop by July 23 and another Christian artist, Casting Crowns, hit the stage Between the Buried and Me, Dear Hunter, Leprous Apr. 6 Agora Theatre Cleveland July 24. More acts will be announced in the coming weeks. Big K.R.I.T. Apr. 28 Metro Chicago Big Robb Apr. 14 C2G Music Hall Fort Wayne Lisa Marie Presley says she is broke and is suing her former business manager, Barry Big Sean, Shy Glizzy, Playboi Carti, Gashi May 25 Jacobs Pavilion Cleveland Siegel, for damages. Presley says she once had assets of more than $100 million but is Big Sean, Shy lizzy, Playboi Carti, Gashi May 30 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati now down to just $14,000 and has about $500,000 in credit card debt. Presley says Siegel Bill Maher May 6 Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park, OH sold 85 percent of her stake in Elvis Presley Enterprises, the company that manages her Billie Eilish June 6 House of Blues Cleveland late father’s estate, and bought himself a $9 million home with her money. Siegel’s re- Billy Gardell May 25 Four Winds Casino New Buffalo, MI sponse to the charges was, and I’m paraphrasing here, that she’s just bad with money. Bishop Briggs May 12 Metro Chicago [email protected] Black Angels, Black Lips Mar. 30 The Vogue Indianapolis Black Moth Super Rainbow June 16 Metro Chicago Black Stone Cherry Mar. 30 The Intersection Grand Rapids Cracker Apr. 6 Four Winds Casino New Buffalo, MI Black Tiger Sex Machine, Apashe, Kai Wachi Mar. 8 Deluxe Indianapolis Creed Bratton Mar. 24 Columbia Street West Fort Wayne Black Veil Brides w/Asking Alexandria, blessthefall May 17 Piere’s Entertainment Center Fort Wayne Crooked Colours Mar. 2 Schubas Tavern Chicago Blackberry Smoke Mar. 9 Lerner Theatre Elkhart Cut Copy Apr. 4 The Vogue Indianapolis Blackberry Smoke w/Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown Mar. 10 The Fillmore Detroit Cut Copy Apr. 5 Riviera Theatre Chicago Blackfoot Gypsies, Margo Price Apr. 11 The Vogue Indianapolis Dan Auerbach w/Shannon and the Clams, Shannon Shaw, Robert Finley Mar. 31 Agora Theatre Cleveland Blue October Apr. 21 Piere’s Entertainment Center Fort Wayne Dan Auerbach w/Shannon and the Clams, Shannon Shaw, Robert Finley Apr. 2 Riviera Theatre Chicago Bostyx Apr. 21 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert The Darkness Apr. 14 Agora Theatre Cleveland Bottle Rockets, Turnpike Troubadours Mar. 16 House of Blues Cleveland Daryl Hall & John Oates, Train May 18 United Center Chicago Brain Candy Mar. 24 Clowes Memorial Hall Indianapolis Daryl Hall & John Oates, Train May 20 Little Caesars Arena Detroit Brandi Carlile June 9 Michigan Theater Ann Arbor Daryl Hall & John Oates, Train May 22 Quicken Loans Arena Cleveland Brantley Gilbert, Aaron Lewis, Josh Phillips Apr. 26 Nutter Center Dayton Daryl Hall & John Oates, Train May 24 Nationwide Arena Columbus The Breeders May 8 Vic Theatre Chicago Daryl Hall & John Oates, Train July 15 Van Andel Arena Grand Rapids Brett Eldredge, Devin Dawson, Jillian Jacqueline Apr. 20 Egyptian Room Indianapolis Dashboard Confessional, Beach Slang Apr. 3 House of Blues Cleveland Buckethead Mar. 25 Vic Theatre Chicago Dashboard Confessional w/Beach Slang Apr. 4 Bogart’s Cincinnati Buckethead Apr. 27 The Vogue Indianapolis Daughtry Apr. 11 Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park, OH Buddy Guy Apr. 12 Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park, OH Dave Matthews Band June 6 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI Calexico Apr. 26 Woodward Theater Cincinnati Dave Matthews Band June 7 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Celtic Woman Apr. 18 Palace Theatre Columbus, OH Dave Matthews Band July 6-7 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville Celtic Woman June 10 Embassy Theatre Fort Wayne David Byrne June 2 Auditorium Theatre Chicago Celtic Woman June 16 Aronoff Center Cincinnati David Byrne June 9 White River State Park Indianapolis Celtic Woman June 17 Rosemont Theatre Rosemont, IL David Luning Apr. 10 Schubas Tavern Chicago Charlotte Cardin Apr. 20 Schubas Tavern Chicago David Wax Museum Mar. 28 B-Side Fort Wayne Chase Rice June 16 Clyde Theatre Fort Wayne Dead & Company June 4 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati The Chieftains Mar. 4 Clowes Memorial Hall Indianapolis Dead & Company June 6 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville Chloe Agnew Mar. 17 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert Dead Horses May 31 Schubas Tavern Chicago Chris Tomlin w/Iim Walker Smith, Matt, Maher, Christine D’Clario, Tauren Wells, Pat Barrett Apr. 13 Wolstein Center Cleveland The Decemberists Apr. 24 Agora Theatre Cleveland Chris Tomlin w/Iim Walker Smith, Matt, Maher, Christine D’Clario, Tauren Wells, Pat Barrett Apr. 14 Huntington Center Toledo Declan McKenna Mar. 3 The Intersection Grand Rapids Chris Tomlin w/Iim Walker Smith, Matt, Maher, Christine D’Clario, Tauren Wells, Pat Barrett Apr. 15 Nutter Center Dayton Demi Lovato, DJ Khaled Mar. 9 Allstate Arena Rosemont, IL Chris Tomlin w/Iim Walker Smith, Matt, Maher, Christine D’Clario, Tauren Wells, Pat Barrett May 10 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI Derek Sheen Mar. 10 CS3 Fort Wayne Christopher Cross Mar. 30 Ludlow Garage Cincinnati Dierks Bentley, Brothers Osborne, Lanco May 31 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Clean Bandit Apr. 10 Deluxe Indianapolis Dierks Bentley, Brothers Osborne, Lanco July 21 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville Clean Bandit Apr. 11 Vic Theatre Chicago Dirkschneider w/Elm Street Mar. 3 Agora Ballroom Cleveland Collin Raye May 12 Wagon Wheel Warsaw Dixie Dregs Mar. 24 Vic Theatre Chicago Courtney Marie Andrews Mar. 31 Schubas Tavern Chicago Dr. Dog, Son Little May 4-5 Majestic Theatre Detroit

12------www.whatzup.com------March 1, 2018 ------Calendar • On the Road------Dr. Dog, Sandy, Alex G June 16 Egyptian Room Indianapolis Journey, Def Leppard July 3 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville Drive-By Truckers, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Marcus King Band July 22 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Journey, Def Leppard July 14 Wrigley Field Chicago Dweezil Zappa May 3 The Vogue Indianapolis Jstjr, Kayzo, 4B, Dubloadz, DJ Gammer Mar. 27 House of Blues Cleveland Dwight Yoakam May 5 Honeywell Center Wabash Jstjr, Kayzo, 4B, Dubloadz, DJ Gammer Apr. 3 Old National Centre Indianapolis Eagles Mar. 12 Bankers Life Fieldhouse Indianapolis Juanes, Mon Laferte, Caloncho May 1 Rosemont Theatre Rosemont, IL Eagles Mar. 14 United Center Chicago Judah & The Lion w/Tall Heights Mar. 5 Bogart’s Cincinnati Eagles Mar. 15 Van Andel Arena Grand Rapids Judah & The Lion w/Tall Heights Mar. 21 House of Blues Cleveland Eagles Apr. 8 Nationwide Arena Columbus, OH Judah & The Lion w/Tall Heights Mar. 22 Egyptian Room Indianapolis Earth, Wind & Fire Mar. 17 Four Winds Casino New Buffalo, MI Judah & the Lion, Colony House, Tall Heights Mar. 23 Riviera Theatre Chicago Earth, Wind & Fire Mar. 21 Embassy Theatre Fort Wayne Justin Moore w/Dylan Scott May 5 Hobart Arena Troy, OH The East Pointers Mar. 7 The Ark Ann Arbor Justin Timberlake Mar. 27 United Center Chicago Echosmith Apr. 14 Metro Chicago Justin Timberlake Mar. 31 Quicken Loans Arena Cleveland Echosmith Apr. 17 Deluxe Indianapolis K.Flay w/Yungblud Mar. 25 20th Century Theater Cincinnati Echosmith, The Score Apr. 20 House of Blues Cleveland Kansas Mar. 18 Victoria Theatre Dayton Eddie Money May 25 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI Kansas Mar. 24 Four Winds Casino New Buffalo, MI Electric Spring feat. Riff Raff, DJ Dub Knight, DJ DannyB, Adam Murphy, Keiko Matsui May 4 Ludlow Garage Cincinnati DJ Ruckus and more May 11 Headwaters Park Fort Wayne Keith Urban, Kelsea Ballerini June 16 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville Ella Vos Mar. 16 Schubas Tavern Chicago Keith Urban, Kelsea Ballerini June 22 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI Eric Johnson Mar. 13 House of Blues Cleveland Kelly Lee Owens Mar. 20 Schubas Tavern Chicago The Fab Four Apr. 13 Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park, OH Kenny G Mar. 24 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert Field Report Mar. 27 Schubas Tavern Chicago Kesha, Macklemore July 11 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Fitz & The Tantrums June 12 Clyde Theatre Fort Wayne Kesha, Macklemore July 18 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI Five for Fighting Apr. 8 Cincinnati Music Hall Cincinnati Kesha, Macklemore July 19 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville Foo Fighters July 25 Blossom Music Center Cuyahoga Falls, OH Killswitch Engage, Hatebreed, The Word Alive May 2 Agora Theatre Cleveland Foo Fighters July 26 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard June 10 Riviera Theatre Chicago Foreigner Apr. 7 Four Winds Casino New Buffalo, MI King Krule Apr. 27 Riviera Theatre Chicago Fozzy Mar. 29 The Intersection Grand Rapids The Kooks w/Barns Courtney May 30 Vic Theatre Chicago Fozzy w/Santa Cruz, Through Fire, Dark Sky Choir Mar. 31 Oddbody’s Dayton Laith Al-Saadi, Dacota Muckey Mar. 2 The Vogue Indianapolis Fozzy, Santa Cruz, Through Fire, Dark Sky Choir Apr. 2 House of Blues Cleveland Lewis Black Apr. 7 The Fillmore Detroit Froggy Fresh w/Jared Andrews Apr. 11 CS3 Fort Wayne Lonely Biscuits Apr. 21 Schubas Tavern Chicago Fruit Bats, Vetiver Apr. 13 Schubas Tavern Chicago Lord Huron Apr. 21 Riviera Theatre Chicago Fruit Bats, Vetiver Apr. 14 The Ark Ann Arbor Lord Huron Apr. 26 The Vogue Indianapolis Fruit Bats, Vetiver Apr. 15 Square Cat Vinyl Indianapolis Lord Huron July 27 House of Blues Cleveland G-Eazy, Phora, Anthony Russo Band, Trippie Redd Mar. 9 Aragon Ballroom Chicago Lucero, Frank Turner, The Menzingers, Homeless Gospel Choir May 31 The Fillmore Detroit Gang of Youths Mar. 30 Subterranean Chicago Lucero, Frank Turner, The Menzingers, Homeless Gospel Choir June 23 Aragon Ballroom Chicago Gene Simmons May 4 Foellinger Theatre Fort Wayne Lucero, Frank Turner, The Menzingers, Homeless Gospel Choir June 24 House of Blues Chicago George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic July 12 Clyde Theatre Fort Wayne Lucy Rose, Charlie Cunningham Mar. 23 Schubas Tavern Chicago George Ezra Apr. 29 Riviera Theatre Chicago Lunasa Mar. 7 Old Town School Chicago Ghost May 29 Clyde Theatre Fort Wayne Lynyrd Skynyrd July 27 Blossom Music Center Cuyahoga Falls, OH Glen Hansard Mar. 18 Riviera Theatre Chicago Maluma May 12 Allstate Arena Rosemont, IL Glen Phillips May 10 The Ark Ann Arbor Mandy Harvey May 22 C2G Music Hall Fort Wayne The Glitch Mob, Elohim June 19 Egyptian Room Indianapolis Manic Focus, SunSquabi, Clozee, SoDown, LWKY Mar. 10 Riviera Theatre Chicago Gloria Trevi, Alejandra Guzman Mar. 15 Allstate Arena Rosemont, IL Marcus King Band May 23 C2G Music Hall Fort Wayne The Glorious Sons Mar. 14 Schubas Tavern Chicago Mark Chesnutt, Hubie Ashcraft Band Mar. 2 Shipshewana Event Center Shipshewana Greta Van Fleet May 22-23 & 25 The Fillmore Detroit Marshall Tucker Band Mar. 3 Shipshewana Event Center Shipshewana Haim, Lizzo May 8 The Fillmore Detroit Martin Carthy Apr. 14 Old Town School Chicago Haim, Lizzo May 11 Aragon Ballroom Chicago Mat Kearney, Andrew Belle Mar. 9 Riviera Theatre Chicago Hammerfall, Flotsam & Jetsam June 1 Agora Ballroom Cleveland Mat Kearney Mar. 29 House of Blues Cleveland Hatebreed, Crowbar, The Acacia Strain, Twitching Tongues Mar. 25 Old National Centre Indianapolis Mat Kearney Mar. 30 Bogart’s Cincinnati Head and the Heart, Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats June 3 Jacobs Pavilion Cleveland Mat Kearney Mar. 31 Egyptian Room Indianapolis Heywood Banks Apr. 28 The Ark Ann Arbor Matt & Kim Apr. 17 Riviera Theatre Chicago Hop Along, Bat Fangs June 10 Metro Chicago Melvin Seals & JGB Mar. 15 The Vogue Indianapolis Hotel California Mar. 17 Honeywell Center Wabash Melvin Seals & JGB, Terrapin Flyer Mar. 16 Park West Chicago Hotel California Apr. 20 Shipshewana Event Center Shipshewana MGMT Mar. 3-4 Riviera Theatre Chicago Howard Jones Mar. 10 Ludlow Garage Cincinnati Michael Jr. Mar. 3 County Line Church of God Auburn Hyryder May 4 The Vogue Indianapolis Miguel, SiR, Nonchalant Savant Mar. 5 Riviera Theatre Chicago IDK, A$ap Ferg, Denzel Curry Apr. 4 Egyptian Room Indianapolis Mike Dougherty, Brian Randall Band July 7 Buck Lake Ranch Angola IDK, A$ap Ferg, Denzel Curry Apr. 5 The Fillmore Detroit Mike Dougherty, Whiskey Highway July 21 Buck Lake Ranch Angola Imagine Dragons w/Grace VanderWaal June 21 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI Ministry Apr. 12 Egyptian Room Indianapolis Imagine Dragons w/Grace VanderWaal June 22 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville Ministry, Chelsea Wolfe Apr. 7 Riviera Theatre Chicago In Tall Buildings Mar. 24 Schubas Tavern Chicago Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town July 13 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Jack White June 6 Jacobs Pavilion Cleveland Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town July 14 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville Jake Shimabukuro Apr. 8-9 City Winery Chicago Miranda Lambert w/Jon Pardi, The Steel Woods Mar. 3 Wolstein Center Cleveland Jamie Loftus Mar. 3 CS3 Fort Wayne Miss Dirty Martini, Dita Von Teese, Gia Genevieve, Ginger Valentine, Jett Adore, Zelia Rose May 10 The Fillmore Detroit Jason Aldean, Lauren Alaina, Luke Combs May 19 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville Mo Lowda, Quiet Hollers Mar. 26 The Ark Ann Arbor Jason Isbell w/Hiss Golden Messenger July 18 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati The Mountain Goats w/Dead Rider Apr. 12 Woodward Theater Cincinnati Jay Rock, Ab-Soul, Kendrick Lamar, Schoolboy Q, Sza, Lance Skiiwalker, SiR June 13 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI Mountain Goats Apr. 13 Beachland Ballroom Cleveland Jeanne Robertson May 4 Honeywell Center Wabash The Mountain Goats w/Erin Rae May 27 Old Town School Chicago Jeff Tweedy Apr. 27-28 Vic Theatre Chicago Nada Surf Mar. 13 Metro Chicago Jess Williamson, Loma May 11 Schubas Tavern Chicago Nap Eyes, She Devils Apr. 6 Schubas Tavern Chicago JGB feat. Melvin Seals Mar. 15 The Vogue Indianapolis Nathan Douglas & The Fine Line June 23 Buck Lake Ranch Angola Jim Weber Trio, Loose Grip July 14 Buck Lake Ranch Angola Neighbor Lady Mar. 18 Schubas Tavern Chicago Jimmy Buffet May 24 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville The Neighborhood June 26 House of Blues Cleveland Jimmy Buffet July 10 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati New Years Day, Halestorm, In This Moment, Stitched Up Heart May 4 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Jimmy Eat World w/The Struts May 5 Bogart’s Cincinnati Newsboys Mar. 16 Hobart Arena Troy, OH Jimmy Eat World, The Hotelier May 8 Riviera Theatre Chicago Newsboys Mar. 17 Cleveland Public Auditorium Cleveland Jimmy Osmond May 19 Honeywell Center Wabash Newsboys, Zealand Mar. 18 Allen Co. War Memorial Coliseum Fort Wayne John Crist May 11 Wagon Wheel Theatre Warsaw Niall Horan w/Maren Morris July 25 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati John Prine Mar. 10 Taft Theatre Cincinnati Nightwish Mar. 24 Agora Theatre Cleveland John Prine w/Tyler Childers May 12 Clowes Memorial Hall Indianapolis Nightwish Mar. 28 Kalamazoo State Theatre Kalamazoo Jonathan Davis May 9 House of Blues Cleveland Odesza May 4 Jacobs Pavilion Cleveland Journey, Def Leppard May 28 Quicken Loans Arena Cleveland Odesza May 5 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati

March 1, 2018------www.whatzup.com------13 ------Calendar • On the Road------Old Dominion, Kenny Chesney May 31 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville Temptations, The Four Tops Apr. 20 Four Winds Casino New Buffalo, MI Old Dominion, Kenny Chesney July 26 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Terry Fator Apr. 20 Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park, OH OMD Mar. 16 Vic Theatre Chicago Theory of a Deadman Mar. 9 Piere’s Entertainment Center Fort Wayne Papa Roach, Nothing More, Escape the Fate Apr. 19 The Fillmore Detroit Theresa Flores Mar. 27 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert Papa Roach, Nothing More, Escape the Fate Apr. 21 Agora Theatre Cleveland They Might Be Giants Mar. 17 Vic Theatre Chicago Papa Roach, Nothing More, Escape the Fate Apr. 22 Egyptian Room Indianapolis Thirty Seconds to Mars w/Walk the Moon, Misterwives, Joywave June 16 Blossom Music Center Cuyahoga Falls, OH Papadosio Mar. 17 The Intersection Grand Rapids Tim Hawkins Mar. 24 Honeywell Center Wabash Papadosio w/Aqueous Apr. 28 The Vogue Indianapolis Tim Northern May 18 CS3 Fort Wayne Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo Apr. 6 Firekeepers Battle Creek Todd Rundgren’s Utopia May 17 The Fillmore Detroit Paul Simon June 10 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI Todrick Hall Apr. 19 Agora Theatre Cleveland Peter Frampton Mar. 30 Firekeepers Battle Creek Tom Misch Apr. 26 Metro Chicago Peter Hook & the Light May 4 Metro Chicago Tom Papa Mar. 8 Butler Arts Center Indianapolis Phillips, Craig and Dean Mar. 9 Shipshewana Event Center Shipshewana Tommy Castro & the Painkillers Apr. 21 Key Palace Theatre Redkey The Piano Guys Apr. 27 Taft Theatre Cincinnati Toronzo Cannon Apr. 28 C2G Music Hall Fort Wayne Pink Mar. 9-10 United Center Chicago Trey Anastasio Band Apr. 20-21 Chicago Theatre Chicago Pink Mar. 17 Bankers Life Fieldhouse Indianapolis Trippin’ Billies Apr. 20 The Vogue Indianapolis Pink w/Bleachers Mar. 28 Quicken Loans Arena Cleveland Turnover, Camp Cope Apr. 20 Deluxe Indianapolis Pop Evil, Palaye Royale, Black Map Mar. 28 House of Blues Cleveland Tuxedo Junction May 8 Honeywell Center Wabash Pop Evil, Palaye Royale, Black Map Apr. 6 The Fillmore Detroit Ty Dolla $ign Mar. 11 Old National Centre Indianapolis Pop Evil w/Palaye Royale, Black Map Mar. 29 Bogart’s Cincinnati Ty Segall Apr. 8 Riviera Theatre Chicago Pop Evil Apr. 4 Piere’s Entertainment Center Fort Wayne Tyler, The Creator, Vince Staples, Taco Mar. 2-3 Aragon Ballroom Chicago Post Malone w/21 Savage, SOB X RBE June 2 Jacobs Pavilion Cleveland Under the Streetlamp Mar. 23 Shipshewana Event Center Shipshewana Primus, Mastodon June 12 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Uriah Heep Mar. 4 T. Furth Center, Trine University Angola Propagandhi Mar. 3 Metro Chicago Velvet Caravan Mar. 22 The Ark Ann Arbor Puddle of Mudd Mar. 3 Oddbody’s Dayton The Verve Pipe Apr. 19 Ludlow Garage Cincinnati Purdue Varsity Glee Club, Purduettes Apr. 13 Honeywell Center Wabash Walk Off The Earth Mar. 16 Aragon Ballroom Chicago Purple Veins Apr. 21 The Vogue Indianapolis Walker Hayes Mar. 15 House of Blues Cleveland Radiohead July 22 Little Caesars Arena Detroit War on Drugs July 13 Agora Theatre Cleveland Radiohead July 23 Schottenstein Center Columbus, OH The Wedding Present, Terry De Castro Mar. 26 Lincoln Hall Chicago Radiohead July 25 U.S. Bank Arena Cincinnati Weezer & The Pixies w/The Wombats July 6 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Radney Foster Mar. 15 B-Side Fort Wayne Weezer & The Pixies w/The Wombats July 8 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville Rag’n’Bone Man June 12 Park West Chicago Weezer & The Pixies w/The Wombats July 13 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI Randy Jackson w/Fort Wayne Philharmonic Apr. 13 Embassy Theatre Fort Wayne Weird Al Yankovic Mar. 10 20 Monroe Live Grand Rapids Rend Collective, Mack Brock Apr. 6 First Assembly of God Fort Wayne Weird Al Yankovic w/Emo Philips Mar. 25 Ohio Theatre Cleveland REO Speedwagon, Chicago June 24 Allstate Arena Rosemont, IL Weird Al Yankovic Apr. 6-7 Vic Theatre Chicago Rhea Butcher Apr. 7 CS3 Fort Wayne Weird Al Yankovic Apr. 12 Honeywell Center Wabash Richard Shindell Mar. 10 The Ark Ann Arbor Westover, Skillet, NewSong, Building 429, Mallary Hope, Kari Jobe, KB, Dan Bremnes, Ricky Skaggs Mar. 4 Old Town School Chicago Jordan Feliz, John Crist, Nick Hall Mar. 30 Allstate Arena Rosemont, IL Rob Clearfield Mar. 1 USF Performing Arts Center Fort Wayne Whitesnake, Foreigner, Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Experience June 26 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Robert Jenkins Mar. 23 CS3 Fort Wayne Whitesnake, Foreigner, Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Experience July 10 Blossom Music Center Cuyahoga Falls, OH Robin Trower Apr. 6 Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park, OH Whitesnake, Foreigner, Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Experience July 13 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville Rod Tuffcurls and the Bench Press Mar. 10 Vic Theatre Chicago Whitesnake, Foreigner, Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Experience July 15 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI Rod Tuffcurls and the Bench Press Apr. 14 The Vogue Indianapolis Wolf Alice Mar. 30 Metro Chicago Ron White Apr. 5 Honeywell Center Wabash The Wood Brothers, Nick Bluhm Apr. 13-14 Vic Theatre Chicago Scotty McCreery, Russell Dickerson Mar. 22 The Fillmore Detroit The Wood Brothers Apr. 19 The Vogue Indianapolis Scotty McCreery Mar. 24 Shipshewana Event Center Shipshewana X Ambassadors, Jacob Banks Apr. 27 Aragon Ballroom Chicago Sebastian Maniscalco Mar. 3 Chicago Theatre Chicago X Ambassadors, Jacob Banks Apr. 28 The Fillmore Detroit Sebastian Maniscalco Mar. 9-10 Rosemont Theatre Rosemont, IL Xavier Rudd June 21 Metro Chicago Shinedown, God Smack July 22 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI Y&T Mar. 1 Agora Ballroom Cleveland Shinedown, Godsmack July 28 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville Yanni May 18 Jacobs Pavilion Cleveland Sidewalk Prophets May 20 Honeywell Center Wabash Yanni June 30 Chicago Theatre Chicago Sky Harbor, Silent Planet, The Contortionist, Strawberry Girls Apr. 6 Deluxe Indianapolis Zach Williams, Carrollton, Jamie Kimmett Apr. 21 County Line Church of God Auburn Smallpools, Misterwives Mar. 22 Riviera Theatre Chicago Zoso June 23 Clyde Theatre Fort Wayne Soja, New Kingdom Mar. 11 House of Blues Cleveland ZZ Top, John Fogerty June 13 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville SoMo Mar. 1 Metro Chicago ZZ Top, John Fogerty June 14 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati SoMo Mar. 6 House of Blues Cleveland ZZ Top, John Fogerty June 27 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI Soulfly & Nile May 5 Oddbody’s Dayton Southern Culture on the Skids May 24 Schubas Tavern Chicago Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes Mar. 2 Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park, OH Road Tripz Spite, Oceano, Winds of Plague, Carnifex, Archspire Apr. 22 Agora Theatre Cleveland Addison Agen Gypsy Bandit Steely Dan, Doobie Brothers June 21 Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre Tinley Park, IL Mar 11...... The Lerner Theatre, Elkhart Mar 10...... Eagles Post 1291, Celina, OH Steely Dan, Doobie Brothers June 23 Blossom Music Center Cuyahoga Falls, OH Mar 25...... Niswonger Performing Arts Center, Van Wert May 5...... Eagles Post 2233, Bryan, OH Steely Dan, Doobie Brothers June 24 Ruoff Music Center Noblesville Jun 14...... Express Live, Columbus, OH May 19...... Eagles Post 1291, Celina, OH Steely Dan, Doobie Brothers June 26 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI Jun 15...... Meadow Brook Amphitheatre, Rochester, MI Sep 29...... Eagles Post 2233, Bryan, OH Steely Dan, Doobie Brothers June 27 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Jun 16...... Rose Music Center, Huber Heights, OH Nov 17...... Eagles Post 2233, Bryan, OH Steep Canyon Rangers Mar. 17 Victoria Theatre Dayton Jun 17...... The Lawn at White River State Park, Indianapolis Dec 22...... Eagles Post 2233, Bryan, OH Stephen Kellogg Mar. 10 B-Side Fort Wayne Bulldogs Hubie Ashcraft Band Stephen Kellogg Mar. 14 Ludlow Garage Cincinnati Jun 8...... Pork Rind Festival, Harrod, OH Mar 2...... Shipshewana Event Center, Shipshewana Jun 10...... Callaway Park, Elwood Mar 9...... The Distillery, Toledo Steve Martin, Martin Short May 27 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Jun 16...... Randolph Nursing Home, Winchester Mar 16...... Rulli’s Bella Luna Lounge, Middlebury Steve Martin & Martin Short feat. Steep Canyon Rangers, Jeff Babko May 18 Embassy Theatre Fort Wayne Jul 6...... Downtown Concert, Wabash Mar 31...... American Legion Post 241, New Bremen, OH Steven Wilson May 1-2 Vic Theatre Chicago Jul 16...... Madison County Fair, Alexandria Apr 7...... NIkki’s, Sturgis Stone Sour May 16 Clyde Theatre Fort Wayne Jul 28...... Hickory Acres Campground, Edgerton, OH Jun 2...... Ribfest, Antwerp, OH The Strypes Apr. 2 Lincoln Hall Chicago Jul 29...... Friends of Arts, Fort Recovery, OH Jul 4...... Freedom Fest, Delphos, OH Subrosa, Sleep Apr. 3 The Vogue Indianapolis Aug 4...... State Line Festival, Union City Aug 24-26...... TJ’s Smokehouse, Put-In-Bay, OH Superorganism Mar. 28 Schubas Tavern Chicago Aug 14...... Mercer Co. Fair, Celina, OH Oct 20...... Rulli’s Bella Luna Lounge, Middlebury Susan Werner May 11 The Ark Ann Arbor Aug 24...... Quincy Daze, Quincy, MI Nov 2-3...... Cowboy Up, Mendon, MI Sep 6...... Covered Bridge Festival, Roann Dec 8...... The Distillery, Toledo Sylvan Esso July 23 Riviera Theatre Chicago Sep 15...... Apple Fest, Nappanee Dec 14...... Rulli’s Bella Luna Lounge, Middlebury Tape Face Mar. 9 Bogart’s Cincinnati Sep 21...... Ducktail Run, Gas City Dec 15...... Nikki’s, Sturgis Tash Sultana June 4 Egyptian Room Indianapolis Oct 20...... Bicentennial Fundraiser, Rockford, OH Joe Justice Tech N9ne, Krizz Kaliko, Joey Cool, Just Juice, King Iso June 3 The Fillmore Detroit Cadillac Ranch Mar 30...... Sycamore Lake Winery, Col. Grove, OH Tech N9ne, Krizz Kaliko, Joey Cool, Just Juice, King Iso June 13 Egyptian Room Indianapolis Mar 17...... Phi Delta Kappa Club, Winchester, IN Sunny Taylor Temptations and Four Tops Apr. 21 Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park, OH Mar 3...... Lumberyard Winery, Napoleon, OH

14------www.whatzup.com------March 1, 2018 Lots to Like in Panther Film Black Panther would be a perfectly entertaining action movie even if it didn’t change Hollywood by being the first big budget franchise film featuring a Flix cast and story that are almost completely African and African-American. As wonderful as it is to see a fresh CATHERINE LEE AIRING THIS WEEKEND • MARCH 3 formula for action, for me the true revelation of Black Panther is that it demonstrates again, with force from playing the villain. He’s not truly evil, just a wronged a new perspective, how unimaginative studio execu- soul corrupted by loss. He’s the second villain, the tives are. family villain, a villain exiled from his home. I could say stupid. I could say racist or sexist, and That home is Wakanda, an African nation that the either would be true. But let’s just say dumb, as it is world believes is very poor. But hidden away is a Wa- Jay Murray & studio execs who keep insisting that women’s stories kanda of spectacular wealth, traditions and technol- don’t make money, which they do. It is even dumber ogy far beyond what is available to any place in the to say that stories featuring black characters can’t be world. blockbusters. Though Black Panther has been in the The wealth comes from inventions made with a The Marvel universe in print for decades, it took until now miraculous metal, vibranium. It is strong and flexible, Orange Opera to bring it to the big screen. and the Wakandan’s are sitting on a mountain of it. There is so much to admire about Black Panther. This is the secret they want to keep from the world. Beyond the groundbreaking firsts of a black superhero The first villain, played with wild-eyed vigor by and largely black cast, there are other joys. Women Andy Serkis, is a traditional villain. He is in it for the are equals in this world. They are strong and not just money He has been to Wakanda and has a Terminator- smart, but tech savvy. An appreciation of tradition and like arm made of vibranium; he has stolen quantities AIRING NEXT WEEKEND • MARCH 10 the natural world is not in competition with advances of the stuff. in technology. The new king, TChala aka Black Panther (a pow- Black Panther falls into a few the traps of all ac- erful Chadwick Boseman), is charged with bringing tion blockbusters. It is too long. The combat sequences Ulysses Klau (Serkis) back to Wakanda to face jus- become a blur and contribute little to the story, though tice. The best parts of Black Panther involve this The Accidentals there are also spectacular action sequences. The vari- more straightforward plot. After Klau is dispatched, ous “endings” are obvious. we move on to the family drama which, as well drawn But there is a lot to love and see for the first time as it is, just isn’t as much fun. in Black Panther. I love that the token white guy is Family dynasties are not a healthy form of gov- given all the clichés that the token black character is ernment or an effective way to transfer power. The traditionally assigned. British royal family is fun to follow because they are The film begins in the early 90s in Oakland, Cali- just ornamental. The North Korean ruling family, not fornia, the sight of another collaboration (the wonder- so much. ful Fruitvale Station) between writer/director Ryan The family players on the King’s side are the Coogler and Michael B. Jordan. A young black boy is Queen Mum (a resplendent Angela Bassett) and growing up and getting a very raw deal from society. T’Challa’s groovy sis Shuri (Letitia Wright). She’s the Black Panther does a good job of mixing the world as tech wiz – think Q in a James Bond movie. Lupita we know it with the mythic world of Wakanda, often Nyong’o plays Nakia, a spy and undercover agent and with deft humor. T’Challa’s ex. General Okoye (a fierce Danai Gurira) This is the third collaboration between Coogler and her squad of breathtaking women warriors remain and Jordan. (Creed, Coogler’s extension of the Rocky films was the second.) This is Jordan’s first foray into Continued on page 16 ------Will Black Panther Set New Trend? Tops at the Box: Writer/Director Ryan Coogler’s third film, Black Panther, once again dominated at the U.S. box office, selling another $108 million while ScreenTime bringing the film’s 10-day U.S. sales total to just over $400 million. With $704 million in worldwide sales GREG W. LOCKE in less than two weeks, Black Panther is all set to be the feel-good cinema story of the year, and likely a another $12.5 million, upping the flick’ 17-day U.S. trendsetting flick that allows more people of color to sales total to just over $71 million. get their films made. I’ve not yet seen the movie, but Next up, at No. 4, is one of the year’s first great the combination of Coogler, Chadwick Boseman, Mi- film, Alex Garland’s Annihilation, starring Tessa chael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong’o and Forest Whitaker Thompson, Natalie Portman, Jennifer Jason Leigh just might be the best collection of talent we’ve seen and Oscar Isaac. Great flick. Annihilation sold a de- since The Master. cent $11 million over its first weekend. Not great, but Next up for Coogler, who, (did you know?) was a with Black Panther still running white-hot, I don’t college football player, is Wrong Answer, starring, you think much more was expected. Make sure you see bet, Michael B. Jordan. I predict this one gets Oscar this one. noms for both Coogler and MBJ. Exciting times! Rounding out last weekend’s Top 5 was Fifty Also at the Box: Warner Bros. comedy Game Shades Freed which sold another $6.9 million, upping Night, starring Rachel McAdams, Jason Bateman, the flick’s 17-day total to just under $89 million. Kyle Chandler, Jesse Plemons and Michael C. Hall, Also of note: Steven Spielberg’s The Post is took the No. 2 spot at last weekend’s rainy box office, somehow still selling tickets, bringing in another $1.2 selling $16 million over its first three days of release. Will Gluck’s Peter Rabbit took the No. 3 spot, selling Continued on page 16 March 1, 2018------www.whatzup.com------15 COLLINS - From Page 6 FLIX - From Page 15 work very consciously to put my own style into each piece I create. loyal to the king. erenced in Black Panther. The filmmakers have taken “With my most recent work, I feel like there has been a large absence Enemy contingents side with the rival cousin, the great care to gather real traditions into their fantasy of theme. Each piece I do seems to stand alone. I enjoy that freedom to grown-up, war-weary version of that wronged little world. jump around between styles and never limited to a recurring theme.” boy in Oakland. He’s an exiled Wakandian who has Black Panther also features what may the best Young artists can use their own ambition as inspiration, creating learned the tools and tricks of colonial powers. He Stan Lee cameo of any film in the Marvel universe. piece after piece and strengthening not only their talents and skills but wants to use those tricks and the vast Vibranium re- But this is a “don’t miss” theater experience for many also their intentions with each carefully crafted piece of content. sources to take over the world, making Wakanda the more compelling reasons. Smart, exciting, fun and “My goals vary from piece to piece. Sometimes all I want from a ruling kingdom of the world. cool looking are my top four reasons. piece is for it to garner a laugh from the audience. Other pieces I hope Online are many opportunities to see and read invoke something deeper. I want those pieces to stick with people and about the various tribal costumes and traditions ref- [email protected] bring forward their own personal memories and interpretations. I hope to inspire others to go and make something. I think it’s important for people to have a creative outlet.” SCREENTIME - From Page 15 million last weekend and upping the flick’s worldwide Oldman (Timothee Chalamet); Best Actress: Frances SPINS - From Page 7 total to $136 million. Stevie can’t lose. McDormand; Best Supporting Actor: Sam Rockwell; New This Week: Two new movies open wide this Best Supporting Actress: Laurie Metcalf (Lesley album), and the theme is darkness. As in evil, hopeless, apocalyptic dark- weekend, starting with Eli Roth’s remake of Death Manville); Best Director: Guillermo del Toro (Chris- ness. That’s clear when you look through the track list, which is filled Wish, which is getting quite a bit of buzz. Looks prom- topher Nolan); Best Adapted Screenplay: Call Me By out with titles like “The Devil You Know,” “Blues for the Disillusioned,” ising for sure. There’s hasn’t really been a movie like Your Name; Best Original Screenplay: Lady Bird; Best “Suicide Manifesto,” “Little Demon,” and “The Voodoo House.” The this released wide in a while, so it’ll be interesting to Documentary Feature: Faces Places; Best Foreign songs create gleefully diabolical characters that slither through twisted see how American moviegoers respond. Language Film: The Square. verses, and songs like “Jesus Was an Atheist” and “God Don’t Care” Also out wide is Francis Lawrence’s new thriller And, finally, here’s it is, my at-long-last Top 10 show that Springfield isn’t afraid to push boundaries in his exploration of Red Sparrow, starring his muse Jennifer Lawrence Films of 2017: darkness. and an amazing supporting cast that includes Joel 1. The Florida Project; 2. The Meyerowitz Dia- Stylistically, the album is 100 percent blues, a genre that, thanks to Edgerton, Matthias Schoenaerts, Charlotte Rampling, ries; 3. Call Me By Your Name; 4. Three Billboards; Robert Johnson, fits hand and glove with songs about the devil. Spring- Mary-Louise Parker and Jeremy Irons. Quite a cast, 5. Blade Runner 2049; 6. Personal Shopper; 7. Good field’s take on the blues is a stompier, electrified, Chicago-style variety, huh? Time; 8. Dunkirk; 9. Lady Bird; 10. The Disaster Art- though, rather than a rattling Johnson-style Delta blues. It’s a choice that ScreenRant: It’s Oscar predictions time, as the ist; 11. The Beguiled; 12. mother!; 13. The Killing of a suits Springfield’s urge to rock very well. show is this Sunday, March 4. Below you’ll see a list Sacred Deer; 14. Phantom Thread; 15. The Big Sick; No, this album is by no means your mother’s Rick Springfield, and of the major categories, followed by what I think will 16. A Ghost Story; 17. I Am Not Your Negro; 18. Lo- it’s only fun in an especially perverse way. But it’s solid. Springfield has win and, in some cases, what I hope will win (in pa- gan Lucky; 19. The Post; 20. Song to Song. always been somewhat underrated as both a writer and a performer, and rentheses): Pretty great year! Perhaps even historic. if crafting this project helped him to expel his demons, it was worth the Best Picture: Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, dark journey. (Evan Gillespie) Missouri (Call Me By Your Name); Best Actor: Gary [email protected] An Evening featuring Dr. John Ikerd with opening remarks by Jody Arthur March 16, 2018 7:00 p.m. IPFW Rhinehart Music Center The event is free and open to the public.

Dr. John Ikerd, Professor Emeritus of Agricultural Dr. Ikerd received his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Economics, writes and speaks on issues related agricultural economics from the University of Missouri to sustainability with an emphasis on agriculture and spent thirty years in various professorial positions at and economics. Raised on a small dairy farm in four different state universities during his career. He is the southwest Missouri, he approaches the subject from author of six published books and one free online book, an academic perspective and first-hand knowledge in which can be located through his websites: http://faculty. the private sector. missouri.edu/ikerdj/ or http://johnikerd.com.

Open to the community, this lecture will Jody Arthur has worked in the water resources field for almost two decades, address the impact of large scale or industrial spending most of that time telling the story of water quality in the Hoosier state farming on our environment and watersheds. and working to build bridges between those who collect water quality data and Dr. Ikerd will speak about the challenges we those that need it to make better decisions. She is a founding member of the face and take questions from the audience. Indiana Water Monitoring Council and has worked in the Indiana Department of Jody will be discussing the 303 d list of Environmental Management’s Office of Water Quality her entire career. impaired waters of the State of Indiana.

Sponsored by Socially Responsible Indiana CAFO Watch Whitley Water Matters Agricultural Project (SRAP)

16------www.whatzup.com------March 1, 2018 ------Calendar • Things To Do------Current Mu ltinational Ma n uf a c t u r i n g : Ma pp i n g Po n t i a c Br a n c h — Smart Start Tours and Trips March t h e Wo r l d in Al l e n Co u n t y — Storytime for preschoolers, 10:30 Do c t o r ’s Da y — Free admission to University Community Conversation a.m. Fridays, PAWS to Read, 5 Ir e l a n d , Lo n d o n a n d Pa r i s — USF Gu n a n d Kn i f e Sh o w — Guns, knives, Science Central, hands-on health (UC2) panel discussion on the his- p.m. Thursdays 421-1350 School of Creative Arts trip to archery, military collectibles, army fair, health professionals, medi- tory of manufacturing in Fort Wayne Te c u m s e h Br a n c h — Smart visit the Rock of Cashel, Dublin surplus and other related items, cal and wellness demonstrations, and the impact on the community, Start Storytime, 10:30 a.m. City Gallery, Victoria and Albert 9 a.m. Saturday, March 10 and celebrity guest appearances and 2 p.m. Sunday, March 25, Meeting Tuesdays, YA Day for teens 5 Museum, Eiffel Tower and more; 10 a.m. Sunday, March 11, Allen more, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Room A, Main Branch, Allen County p.m. Wednesdays, Wondertots college course credit available, May County War Memorial Coliseum, March 3, Science Central, Fort Public Library, Fort Wayne, free, reading for ages 1-3, 10:30 a.m. 7-18, , University of Saint Francis, Fort Wayne, $6-$7, 483-1111 Wayne, free, 424-2400 481-6630 Thursdays, 421-1360 Fort Wayne, $4400-$4650, jnix@ Ca s i n o Ni gh t — Blackjack, Texas Fo r t Wa y n e Ho m e & Ga r d e n Sh o w — Th e y Did It Fo r Ho n o r : St o r i e s o f Sh a w n e e Br a n c h — Born to Read sf.edu hold’em, bingo, silent auction, raffle More than 650 vendors, seminars, Am e r i c a n Wo r l d Wa r II Ve t e r a n s Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, baskets, food, beer and wine sam- interactive and educational displays, — George R. Mather lecture and Teen Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. pling fundraiser for Turnstone, 7-11 petting zoo, adoptable pets, mar- book signing with Kayleen Ruesser, Thursdays, 421-1355 Trivia p.m. Saturday, March 10, Plassman tial arts demonstrations, celebrity 2 p.m. Sunday, April 1, History Wa y n e d a l e Br a n c h — Smart Start Athletic Center, Fort Wayne, Center, Fort Wayne, free, 426-2882 Li v e Trivia — Trivia night with live guest appearances from Twiggy the Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Mondays & host, 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays, Duesy’s $50-$100, 969-7634 Ka r l Ma r k a t 200: Wh o Ca r e s ? — Waterskiing Squirrel, Mad Dog & Tuesdays, Born to Read Storytime Sports Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, free, Sp r i n g Fo r e s t Ba t h i n g Wa l k — Series Part of the USF Spring Philosophy Merrill, MBN Properties, Master for babies and toddlers, 10:15 a.m. 484-0411 of invitations using the senses to Gardeners and more, 11 a.m.-9 and Theology Lecture Series, Tuesdays, 421-1365 rediscover the inner child and the p.m. Thursday-Friday, March 1-2; presented by Dr. Adam DeVille, Dr. Te a m Trivia — Trivia for teams of up Wo o dbu r n Br a n c h — Smart Start to 6 players, 7 p.m. Tuesdays, connection with the natural world; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, March 3 Barry Jackisch, Dr. Doug Meador Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Fridays, led by Christy Thomson, 6-7:30 and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, March and Dr. Lance Richey, 3 p.m. Rack & Helen’s, New Haven, free, 421-1370 749-5396 p.m. Thursday, March 15 (registra- 4, Allen County War Memorial Sunday, April 15, Historic Women’s tion deadline Thursday, March Coliseum, Fort Wayne, $6-$10, 483- Club, University of Saint Francis, Te a m Trivia — Trivia for teams of up to 8), Foellinger-Freimann Botanical 1111 Fort Wayne, free, 399-8066 Kids Stuff 6 players, 8 p.m. Thursdays, Crazy Conservatory, Fort Wayne, $11-$14, Pinz/Coconutz, Fort Wayne, free, Fo r t Wa y n e SOUP — Micro-fundraising Ma n uf a c t u r i n g a n d Wo r kf o r c e 427-6440 Fa i r y Ta l e Te a — Tea time, story 969-9336 dinner for creative projects that De v e l o p m e n t in Al l e n Co u n t y — from Allen County Public Library, Cl o v e r Cl a s s i c — St. Patrick’s Day enhance Fort Wayne living; dinner, University Community Conversation Ti n c t u r e Trivia — Trivia night for celebration featuring carriage pro- discussions, deliberation and vot- (UC2) panel discussion on the his- treats, take home party favor and teams of 4 or 6 people, 7-9 p.m. exploration of the Fairy Tales exhibit cession, green beer, live music, keg ing on projects, 6 p.m. Thursday, tory of manufacturing in Fort Wayne Tuesdays, Nick’s Martini & Wine toss, Irish step dancers, pet parade March 1, The Summit, Fort Wayne, and the impact on the community, in the main garden, 10-11:30 a.m. Bar, Fort Wayne, free, 482-6425 Saturday, March 10 (registra- and more, 6-11 p.m. Friday, March $5, www.fortwaynesoup.org/event 6 p.m. Monday, April 16, History 16; 8 a.m. Saturday, 8 thru 2 p.m. Center, Fort Wayne, free, 481-6630 tion deadline Friday, March 2), Mo d e l Ra i l r o a d Sw a p a n d Sh o w — Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Sports and Recreation Sunday, March 17-18, Deer Park Be y o n d Ch arlottesville : Wh a t is t h e Dozens of tables of model railroad Conservatory, Fort Wayne, $15-$20, Irish Pub, Fort Wayne, free, 432- Ro l e o f Un i v e r s i t y in a Di v i d e d equipment, operating model rail- 427-6440 Fa t h e r ’s Da y 5K — Walk, run and 8966 road layout, historical organizations Wo r l d — IPFW Office of Diversity ruck (running with a backpack filled Ge t Gr e e n Fe s t — 5 Kilt run/walk, river Ga r d e n Pr e s c h o o l — Garden explora- and concessions, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and Multicultural Affairs panel with 10lbs of baby supplies), kid’s tion thru story and hands-on activity, greening, highlander competition, Saturday, March 3, Coliseum Bingo, discussion focused on the roots fun run and activities, 7:30 a.m. 10-11 Tuesday, March 20 (regis- gold coin hunt, Lucky Charms eating Fort Wayne, $5-$7, 482-2203 and effects of institutional racism, Saturday, June 16, Lakeside Park, tration deadline Tuesday, March contest, live music, beer tent and 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 18, Classic Fort Wayne, $15-$80, 422-3528 13), Foellinger-Freimann Botanical more to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, Ballroom, Walb Union, IPFW, Fort 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, March Lectures, Discussions, Wayne, free, 481-4140 Conservatory, Fort Wayne, $4-$6, 427-6440 17, various locations, downtown Fort An In t r o du c t i o n t o So c i a l On t o l o g y — Spectator Sports Wayne, free, 385-1600 Authors, Readings & Part of the USF Spring Philosophy Co m e Tr y Us — Open, no obliga- tion rehearsals with Fort Wayne BASKETBALL Ho m e a n d Ou t d o o r Sh o w — Over 80 and Theology Lecture Series, exhibitors featuring indoor/outdoor Children’s Choir, 5-6:50 p.m. Ma d An t s — Upcoming home games Films presented by Dr. Vincent Wargo, home improvements, landscaping, 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 24, Historic Monday, March 26 (Fort Wayne at Allen County War Memorial Tr u t h , Co n s u m e r i s m a n d De m o c r a c y — boats, prize drawings, giveaways Women’s Club, University of Saint Philharmonic); 5-6:15 p.m. Coliseum, Fort Wayne Part of the USF Spring Philosophy Tuesday, March 27 (Holy Cross and more, 12-6 p.m. Friday, March Francis, Fort Wayne, free, 399-8066 Fr i d a y , Ma r c h 9 vs. Delaware, 7 16; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, March and Theology Lecture Series, pre- Lutheran School) and 5-6:30 p.m. p.m. sented by Dr. Lewis Pearson, 12:15 17 and 12-4 p.m. Sunday March Thursday, March 29 (Rhinehart Fr i d a y , Ma r c h 16 vs. Canton, 7 p.m. p.m. Thursday, March 1, Historic 18, Detroit Street Complex, Warsaw, Storytimes Music Center, IPFW), Fort Wayne, Sa t u r d a y , Ma r c h 17 vs. Erie, 7 p.m. Women’s Club, University of Saint free, 481-0481 $5, (574) 267-6125 Mo n d a y , Ma r c h 19 vs. Wisconsin, 7 Tr a x x a s M o n s t e r T r u c k T o u r — Monster Francis, Fort Wayne, free, 399-8066 St o r y t i m e s , Activities a n d Cr a f t s a t Ea s t e r in t h e Ga r d e n — Photos with p.m. truck competitions, trucks on display, Le s s e r Kn o w n Fi r s t La d i e s – 1865- Al l e n Co u n t y Pub l i c Li b r a r y : the Easter Bunny, games and Ar c Ra i d e r s v s . Lo c a l Me d i a — kids activities, vendors and more, 1892: Fr o m t h e Fa r m s t o t h e Ab o i t e Br a n c h — Born to Read prizes, crafts, plant potting, Easter Easterseals of Northeast Indiana/ 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, March Fa c t o r i e s – Th e Ag e o f In v e n t i o n Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Mondays, egg hunt designed for toddlers thru Arc basketball game featuring local 16-17, Allen County War Memorial a n d In du s t r y — George R. Mather Smart Start Storytime, 10:30 a.m. elementary aged children, 10 a.m.-3 lecture with Cynthis Theis, 2 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays, Baby media personalities and celebrities, Coliseum, Fort Wayne, $18-$42, p.m. Friday, March 30, Foellinger- silent auction, concessions and live Sunday, March 4, History Center, Steps, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 483-1111 Fort Wayne, free, 426-2882 421-1320 music, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June Se t t l e r s ’ Hi s t o r y To u r a n d Lu n c h — Fort Wayne, $3-$5, 427-6440 14, Schaefer Center Gymnasium, An Ev e n i n g w i t h Dr. Jo h n Ik e r d — up o n t r a n c h Tour of the Swinney House and D B — Born to Read Sp r i n g Br e a k Ar t s & Cu l t u r e Ca m p — Indiana Tech, Fort Wayne, $5, 750- Professor Emeritus of Agricultural lunch; proceeds benefit the main- Storytime, 10:15 a.m. Mondays, Fort Wayne Youtheatre’s single-day/ 9714 Economics speaks on issues relat- Baby Steps Storytime, 10:15 tenance of the Historic Homestead, week long camps featuring sessions HOCKEY ed to sustainability with an empha- a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Tuesdays, in drama, dance in theatre, acting 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, March sis on agriculture and economics, Ants in Your Pants Storytime, and working in film, script writ- Ko m e t s — Upcoming home games 22 (reservations and payment due and addresses the impact of large 10:30 & 11:30 a.m. Wednesday ing and stage combat, 10 a.m.-3 at Allen County War Memorial by Thursday, March 15), Swinney scale or industrial farming on our & Thursdays, PAWS to Read, 4 p.m. Monday-Friday, April 2-6, Coliseum, Fort Wayne House, Fort Wayne, $25, 747-1501 environment and watersheds, 7 p.m. Wednesdays, Bookworms Arts United Center, Fort Wayne, Sa t u r d a y , Ma r c h 10 vs. Cincinnati, Yo u b e t h e St a r — Cinema Center fund- p.m. Friday, March 16, Rhinehart Storytime, 11:15 a.m. Thursdays $50-$200, 422-6900 7:30 p.m. raiser with audience reenactment of u n d a y a r c h iconic film scene, digital copies of Music Center, IPFW, Fort Wayne, Smart Start Storytime for ages 3-5, St o r y Pi r a t e s — Theatrical comedy S , M 11 vs. Kalamazoo, 5 free, tickets required, 481-6100 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays and 10:30 and storytelling based on the Story p.m. performance, heavy hors d’oeuvres and cash bar, 6 p.m. Thursday, Be y o n d Ch arlottesville : Wh e r e is t h e a.m. Thursdays, 421-1315 Pirates book Stuck in the Stone We d n e s d a y , Ma r c h 21 vs. Kalamazoo, March 22, Punch Films, Fort Wayne, Li n e b e t w e e n Fr e e Sp e e c h a n d Ha t e Ge o r g e t o w n Br a n c h — Born to Age, 12 p.m. Saturday, April 14, 7:30 p.m. $25-$35, 426-3456 Sp e e c h — IPFW Office of Diversity Read Storytime, 10:15 a.m. and Main Branch, Allen County Public Sa t u r d a y , Ma r c h 24 vs. Wichita, 7:30 and Multicultural Affairs panel 11 a.m. Mondays, Baby Steps Library, Fort Wayne, free, 222-8525 p.m. Ma r q u e e Ga l a — Embassy Theatre discussion focused on the roots Storytime, 10:15 a.m. and 11:00 We d n e s d a y , Ma r c h 28 vs. Kansas fundraiser featuring intimate per- and effects of institutional racism, 7 a.m. Tuesdays; Family Storytime, City, 7:30 p.m. formance by Mandy Gonzalez (Hamilton, In the Heights, Wicked), p.m. Tuesday, March 20, Classic 10:15 & 11 a.m. Thursdays, 421- Instruction Sa t u r d a y , Ap r i l 7 vs. Wheeling, 7:30 Ballroom, Walb Union, IPFW, Fort 1320 p.m. cocktails and four-course meal, 5 Fo r t Wa y n e Da n c e Co l l e c t i v e p.m. Thursday, March 29, Embassy Wayne, free, 481-4140 Gr a b i l l Br a n c h — Born to Read, Su n d a y , Ap r i l 8 vs. Cincinnati, 5 Wo r k s h o p s — Workshops and Theatre, Fort Wayne, $250-$500, Gr a c e a n d Gr i t : Ho w I Wo n My 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays; Smart Start p.m. classes for movement, dance, yoga 424-5665 Fi gh t a t Go o d y e a r a n d Be y o n d — Storytime 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, WRESTLING Omnibus lecture with Lilly Ledbetter 421-1325 and more offered by Fort Wayne Dance Collective, dates and times He r o e s a n d Le g e n d s Wr e s t l i n g — on her fight for fair pay and the Li t t l e Tu r t l e Br a n c h — Storytime Professional wrestling exhibition, April Lilly Ledbetter fair pay act, 7:30 vary, Fort Wayne Dance Collective, for toddlers & preschoolers, 10:30 Fort Wayne, fees vary, 424-6574 vendors and more, 7 p.m. Saturday, p.m. Tuesday, March 20, Auer a.m. Mondays and Tuesdays; Ta p e s t r y : A Da y f o r Yo u — A day of IPFW Co m m u n i t y Ar t s Ac a d e m y— Art, April 21, Allen County War Memorial Auditorium, IPFW, Fort Wayne, free, Babies and Books, 10:30 a.m. Coliseum, Fort Wayne, $17-$57, inspiration, renewal and education tickets required, 481-6100 Wednesdays, 421-1335 dance, music and theater classes for grades pre-K through 12 offered 483-1111 for women featuring guest speak- Al l e n Co u n t y Historic Si t e s Su r v e y — Ma i n Li b r a r y — Babies and Books, by IPFW College of Visual and er Jane Seymour, vendor booths, ARCH lecture presented by ARCH 10 a.m. Fridays; Family Story silent auction, breakout sessions staff members, 10 a.m. Saturday, Performing Arts, fees vary, 481- Time, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays; 6977 Dance and more, 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, March 24, Meeting Room A, Main Storytime for preschoolers, day- April 27, Allen County War Memorial Branch, Allen County Public Library, cares and other groups, 9:30 a.m. Sw e e t w a t e r Ac a d e m y o f Mu s i c — Em b o d y Da n c e — Guided dancing Coliseum, Fort Wayne, $75-$1200, Fort Wayne, free, 426-5117 Wednesdays; Toddler Time, 10:30 Private lessons for a variety of for adults of all ages and abilities 481-6535 & 11 a.m. Fridays; 421-1220 instruments available from profes- to exercise the mind, body and sional instructors, ongoing weekly spirits, 1:23 p.m. every Sunday, Ne w Ha v e n Br a n c h — Babies and lessons, Sweetwater Sound, Fort Fort Wayne Dance Collective, Fort books for kids birth to age 2, 10:30 Wayne, call for pricing, 432-8176 a.m. Thursdays, 421-1345 Wayne, $10 suggested donation, 244-1905

March 1, 2018------www.whatzup.com------17 ------Calendar • Stage & Dance------Now Playing I Lo v e Yo u , Yo u ’r e Pe r f e c t , No w Upcoming Productions Th e Gl a s s Me n a g e r i e — Tennessee Bu y e r & Ce l l a r — Fort Wayne Civic Ch a n g e — IPFW Department of Williams’ largely autobiographical Theatre production of Jonathan 1984 — Drama based on George Theatre presents this Off-Broadway MARCH drama about coping with a histrionic Tolins’ comedy about an underem- Orwell’s dystopian classic, 8 p.m. hit, a series of musical vignettes mother and mentally fragile sister, 7 ployed actor who goes to work in Pe t e r a n d t h e St a r c a t c h e r — Friday-Saturday, March 2-3; 2 about love and relationships, 8 p.m. p.m. dinner, 8 p.m. curtain, Friday- Barbra Streisand’s Malibu base- Huntington University Theatre p.m. Sunday, March 4, USF Robert Thursday-Saturday, March 1-3, Saturday, March 9-10, March ment, 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Company presents musical play Goldstine Performing Arts Center, Williams Theatre, IPFW, $5-$18 thru 16-17 and March 23-24, Arena March 16-17; 2 p.m. Sunday, loosely based on the Dave Barry/ Fort Wayne, $15-$17, 422-4226 IPFW box office, 481-6555 Dinner Theatre, Fort Wayne, $40 March 18; 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Ridley Pearson prequel to Peter La Ca g e Au x Fo l l e s — Fort Wayne (includes dinner & show), 424-5622 March 23-24; 2 p.m. Sunday, Ca b a r e t — Three Rivers Music Pan or the Boy Who Wouldn’t Grow Theatre production of Kander & Civic Theatre production of the He a d s o r Ta i l s , Ha n d s a n d He a r t s March 25, Arts United Center, Fort Jerry Herman/Harvey Fierstein Up, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March — The University of Saint Francis Wayne, $10-$26, 422-4226 Ebb musical, 8 p.m. Thursday- 8; 6 p.m. Friday, March 9; 2 p.m. Saturday, March 1-3; 6 p.m. musical based on the 1973 French Jesters’ annual spring performance, Ro c k i n ’ Ro a d t o Du b l i n — Fusion of play of the same name, 8 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 10; 6 p.m. Saturday, March 10 and Irish rock and dance that combines Sunday, March 4, The Philmore 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 15; on Broadway, Fort Wayne, $18-$40 Friday-Saturday, March 2-3; 2 3 p.m. Sunday, March 11, North stage show with concert experi- p.m. Sunday, March 4, Arts United 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 16; 2 Campus Auditorium, University of ence, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March thru brownpapertickets.com, 498- p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 2270 Center, Fort Wayne, $17-$30, 422- Saint Francis, Fort Wayne, $10, 20, Embassy Theatre, Fort Wayne, 4226 17, Merillat Centre for the Arts, 399-7700 ext. 8001 $27-$65 thru Ticketmaster and Di s n e y o n Ic e p r e s e n t s Re a c h f o r t h e Huntington University, Huntington, Sl e u t h ’s My s t e r y Di n n e r Th e a t e r — Go, Do g , Go! — Musical based on the Embassy box office, 424-5665 St a r s — Ice skating show featur- $5-$13, 359-4261 ing Disney characters, 7 p.m. Comedy mystery dinner spoof about P.D. Eastman children’s book, 10 Thursday-Friday, March 1-2; 11 an Italian wedding gone wrong, 6 a.m. & 12 p.m. Monday, March 12, a.m. & 3 p.m. Saturday, March 3; p.m. Friday-Saturday, March 2-3, Honeywell Center, Wabash, $4-$6, 1 p.m. & 5 p.m. Sunday, March Legacy Hall, Honeywell Center, 563-1102 4, Allen County War Memorial Wabash, $50 (includes dinner and Coliseum, Fort Wayne, $15-$45 show), 563-1102 thru Ticketmaster and Coliseum box office, 483-1111 Asides Ha m l e t — Shakespeare’s classic tragedy about betrayal, murder ------AUDITIONS and mayhem in the Kingdom of Denmark, 7:30 p.m. Thursday- Ho n k ! Ju n i o r (Ju n e 23-24) — Children Saturday, March 1-3 and Friday- ages 8-18 sought for Wells Saturday, March 9-10; 2 p.m. Community Theater’s children Sunday, March 11; 7:30 p.m. production based on Hans Christian Friday-Saturday, March 16-17, Anderson’s The Ugly Duckling, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, May 22, Little Not to Love in IPFW Musical First Presbyterian Theater, Fort Wayne, $10-$20, 426-7421 ext. 121 Arts, Commerce & Visitors Centre, Bluffton, 824-5222 Occasionally, when writing these reviews, I will find that the director of the production I am reviewing will have expressed remarkably similar thoughts in Curtain Call director’s or production notes here in a whatzup col- umn or in the playbill. Such is the case with Craig A. KEVIN SMITH Humphrey’s notes on I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change. in Love with You,” about a man sitting at a breakfast In his notes, Humphrey acknowledges that there table with his wife and realizing that he is still totally are times when an audience just wants to be enter- in love and happy to be where he is. This is the only tained, laugh and feel good about life in a theater. number in the lineup not to lead to even a bit of audi- Those goals are very well met on IPFW’s Williams ence laughter, but a few sniffles at its power as a testi- Theatre stage. The only possible comparison to I Love mony to the endurance of some relationships could be You is Sondheim’s Company, which also pokes fun at heard. It was lovely. Starring the foibles that are often a part of coupling but has The scene just before the epilogue centers on a couple who meet at a funeral. Together, they decide the AJ some darker and more serious elements. There are few Lorenzini darker and serious elements here. minor challenges one throws the other are surmount- With the exception of the beautiful love ballad able for pleasant company during what will likely be “Shouldn’t I Be Less in Love with You” and the bit- their final years. “I Can Live with That,” their song, March 16-25 tersweet “I Can Live with represents their nego- That,” the songs in this series tiations and is well per- Parkview Physicians Group ArtsLab of 19 scenes leading into tru- I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, formed by Stombaugh by Jonathan Tolins ly funny song performances NOW CHANGE and Brittney Bressler, a inspired by are light, indeed, at least on 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, March 1-3 junior. Barbra Streisand! Feb. 23–Mar. 3 the surface, and they lead to Williams Theatre, IPFW The only scene I found a rewarding experience in a 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd. , Fort Wayne to be a clinker was Williams Theatre theater seat. “Highway to Love.” It Topics covered in Joe $5-$18, 260-481-6555 was about a couple who Relationships! You meet DiPietro’s dialogue and lyr- claim to get along pretty each other, fall in love, ics (with music by Jimmy Roberts) are many. They well except when they are in the car. The four actors decide the other person is playing the family on what felt like a highway to hell perfect, absolutely perfect, include the awkwardness of first dates and the roles of were good, but the scene itself has felt weak to me and then you want them to anxiety and self-esteem when meeting potential part- change, really change! This ners, fear of rejection, gender roles and expectations, compared to the many other successes both times I award-winning musical has longing for connection and the fear of being alone, have seen this play staged. entertained audiences with the ugliness of bridesmaids’ dresses, the changes and The eight-member cast consists 100 percent of funny and thought provoking challenges caused by becoming parents and making student actors who were, across the board, in fine form scenes connected by the relationships work and the primal urge to pair off. during the entirety of the opening-night performance. central theme of love and “Tear Jerk,” in which a guy who tells the audience Those not mentioned so far are Richard Hargis who 90th ANNIVERSARY relationships. “Everything you how much he hates having been dragged to a “chick was fun to watch in “A Stud and a Babe” with Bow- flick” but ends up in a puddle of his own tears, is truly man; Alayna Thornton, a versatile performer as shown A Tribute to the Music of have ever secretly thought about dating, romance, funny and very well performed by Casey Stombaugh by “We Had It All” about working extremely quickly marriage, lovers, husbands, (the guy) and Valleri Bowman (his sympathetic date). through a relationship with Moser; and Vince Rainelli, wives and in-laws, but were “Always a Bridesmaid, Never a Bride,” about whose expressive face serves him well in every role in with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic afraid to admit.” the mix of emotions at having a closet filled with I Love You and other productions. All shine here and with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic *Adult language and situations. grotesque bridesmaids’ dresses but remaining single were well chosen for the many roles they take on from April Embassy20 & 21 - EmbassyTheatre eatre scene to scene. For tickets to the concert call (260) 481-0777 herself is also fun. Energy is brought to the number by April 20 April& 21 20- Embassy & 21 eatre ipfw.edu/theatre Megan Buss. The mix of scene and song pairings shows the fun- For ticketsFor tickets to the concert to the call concert (260) 481-0777 The challenges of finding time to be a couple after ny, challenging though sometimes rewarding payoff of call (260) 481-0777 ipfw.edu/tickets 260-481-6555 having children is well represented in “Marriage Tan- dating and what can follow. As Humphrey points out, go,” and Megan Buss is joined in this one by freshman there are real moments of truth in this laugh-inspiring and newcomer to the IPFW stage, Daniel Moser. play. Moser has a strong beautiful voice that serves the production especially well in “Shouldn’t I Be Less [email protected] 18------www.whatzup.com------March 1, 2018 ------Calendar • Art & Artifacts------Current Exhibits Gr e g g Co f f e y & Al e x a n d r a Ha l l Ve n t u r e s in Cr e a t i v i t y Exhibition (Ju l y — Original acrylic paintings and 9-Au g . 18) — Submit works for 41st 23r d An n u a l Va l e n t i n e ’s Invitational framed limited edition prints, 7 annual exhibition at the University — Romance-themed works from a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday and of Saint Francis by no later than local, regional and national artists, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, March Friday, June 8 (artwork delivery 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday 2-April 30 (public reception 5-9 dates Saturday, June 23 and thru Mar. 3, Castle Gallery Fine Art, p.m. Friday, March 2), Conjure Monday, June 25, fortwayneartist- Fort Wayne, 426-6568 Coffee, Fort Wayne, 422-7770 sguild.org/call-for-entry for prospec- 42n d An n u a l Hi g h Sc h o o l Exhibition Ho r i z o n s o f Ut o p i a — Elena tus and entry form — Juried exhibition featuring works Smyrniotis’ immersive installation EVENTS using sculpture, sound and projec- by high school students from Dr a w n To g e t h e r — Artlink-sponsored tion to create a utopian vision, 12-7 Indiana, Michigan, Ohio and Illinois, gathering of artists and non-artists p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and 12-4 9 a.m.-5p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 for drawing, sketching, doodling p.m. Saturday thru March 23, a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 1-5 p.m. and designing, Calhoun Street All Artlink Contemporary Art Gallery, Tennessee Williams’ Sunday thru March 18 (opening Soups, Salads and Spirits, 7-9 p.m. Fort Wayne, 424-7195 Female reception and awards ceremony 6-8 Wednesday, March 7, Fort Wayne, p.m. Thursday, March 1), John P. In Lo v e /Th i s Bo d y — Mel Sealy and free, 424-7195 (Artlink) Cast Weatherhead Gallery, Rolland Arts C.A. Neal’s exhibition of comic Pie Pa n Ch a r i t y Ar t Au c t i o n — Auction art illustrating interviews and Center, University of Saint Francis, of pie pan art created by local short stories about Fort Wayne’s Fort Wayne, 399-7700 ext. 8001 artists to benefit STOP Suicide LGBT+ community, 12-7 p.m. 92 Co u n t y Ar t Sh o w — Artworks from Northeast Indiana, 3-9 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and 12-4 p.m. throughout Indiana, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, March 18, Sweets So Saturday thru March 23, Artlink daily thru March 12 (reception 7 Geek, Fort Wayne, 312-5758 p.m. Monday, March 12), Clark Contemporary Art Gallery, Fort Wayne, 424-7195 Collaboratorium — Collaborative Gallery, Honeywell Center, Wabash, art-making session for artists, musi- March 1-17, 2018 La u r i e Tr o k : Pe r s o n a l Ef f e c t s — Two- 563-1102 cians, performers and writers, 6 and three-dimensional paper cut- One of the most frequently read Au d r e y Mi l l s : Te x t (u r e ) — Works p.m. Wednesday, March 21, Artlink Fridays & Saturdays ting, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and performed of all dramatic using text as a tool for conceptual- Contemporary Gallery, Fort Wayne, and 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, izing the black body, 12-7 p.m. free, 424-7195 works, Hamlet is unsurpassed in March 9-24, 2018 Tuesday-Saturday and 12-4 p.m. March 2-April 15 (public recep- its complexity and richness. It is Saturday thru March 23, Artlink tion 5:30-7 p.m. Friday, March Doors at 6:15, Dinner at 7, Show at 8 Contemporary Art Gallery, Fort 2 and congregational reception Upcoming Exhibits a remarkable story with language Wayne, 424-7195 12:15-1:30 p.m. Sunday, March 4), that unlocks the very concept Directed by Scott Frey First Presbyterian Art Gallery, First Be a u t y f r o m Br o k e n n e s s — Works MARCH of what it means to be human. from local artist Angela Hudson, Presbyterian Church, Fort Wayne, Produced through special 426-7421 Wa b a s h Co u n t y Sc h o o l s Exhibition — It is also a spell-binding murder 12-4 p.m. Fridays and by appoint- Works from elementary and middle arrangement with Dramatists Me m b e r s Sh o w — A showcase of mem- ment thru March 23, The Gallery at school students, daily, 7 a.m.-7 mystery/detective story. Come Play Service, Inc. Pranayoga, Fort Wayne, 615-9330 bers’ works in 2D and 3D, 5-8 p.m. p.m., March 15-April 11, Clark witness what many believe to be Friday, 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Ca r m e n Di l l o n — Solo show from local Gallery, Honeywell Center, Wabash, the greatest play ever written. 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