august 13-19 , 2015 THE FREAK BROTHERS, STACI STORK • PAGE 2 Freak Brothers: Best R&B Performer Freaks Staying on Top of Their Game They’re not freaks and they’re not brothers, but drums, Brandon Rentfrow on guitar, Dan Capelli on don’t tell them that. For the past 16 years the Freak baritone sax, Matt Cashdollar on alto sax and flute, Brothers have been funking it up all over town, blast- Todd Roth on trumpet and guitar and Ed Renz on ten- ing out their brand of R&B and booty-shaking funk to or and baritone sax. Renz is the new kid on the block. a seemingly limitless supply of fans. And they’ve re- It’s an impressive lineup. Anytime you get that warded for their efforts with more than 20 Whammys many people on stage playing people tend to notice. during that time. Those of you doing the math realize Toss in the fact that they’re all multi-instrumentalists that for several years and the effect can be the Freak Brothers disconcerting. You took home multiple wander off for a drink Whammys. and when you come This year, howev- back it’s a suddenly er, the talented septet different band. received just one, for It’s never been Best R&B Performer. easy to sit still at a It’s the eighth time Freak Brothers show. in the last 10 years But lately fans of the they’ve topped the category. And to bass player Adam band have had to sit and wait a little longer to see the Martin, each one of the band’s Whammys is some- Freak Brothers in person – not because the band is thing to be proud of. playing less, but because they are playing more at pri- $5 “It means a lot to us,” Martin said. “Any kind of vate events. This is good for the band but not neces- Saturday, August pm General recognition like that means we’re headed in the right sarily the Freak Brothers fanatics. It used to be you Admission direction. We know how it feels to us every time we could see them play half a dozen times in a month. play. It’s nice to know other people share in that.” And people did. Not anymore. Foellinger Theatre, 3411 Sherman Blvd. Sixteen is a long time for any band to stay to- “Seventy-five percent of our gigs are private par- www.foellingertheatre.org (260) 427-6000 gether. But the members of the Freak Brothers have a ties, corporate gigs,” Martin said. “It’s a captive audi- special bond. Audiences pick up on things like that. ence. We have a sold-out show every night.” “We all grew up together,” Martin said. “The Still, Martin said they miss the old days of pack- band’s got good chemistry. So if a band’s got good ing bars every night. But they play at least one bar gig chemistry on stage, people tend to enjoy it.” a month. Going to see the Freak Brothers was always The core of the Freak Brothers has not changed something special. Now it’s just a little bit more so. over the years. Joining Martin are Adam Rudolph on (Mark Hunter)
Staci Stork: Best Local CD Release, Non-Rock A Whole Lotta Rock for ‘Non-Rock’ One listen to Staci Stork’s debut CD, Bad History, song to our band, and they will tear it apart if need be. and it’s easy to see why she claimed the Whammy for It’s a very open discussion with the whole band. I can- Best CD Release (non-rock). Her voice is as strong as not take full credit for this. ” her songs, and with her seasoned band there’s no tell- Stork started her music career with the band Shilo ing what the future holds. after winning an Idol-like competition. She had never But there is one thing that isn’t so clear: the played in a live band. Soon she found herself writing non-rock label. Bad History has plenty of rock to go songs. Her first attempts were just for fun, but she re- around. alized songwriting could be cathar- “A lot of people tell me, ‘You’re tic. a rock band, you’re not a country “I started writing just out of band,’” Stork says. emotion,” she says. “Bad History Whatever box her music gets came from a bad breakup. Very Tay- Saturday, August 15 • 6-10pm shoved into is unimportant to Stork. lor Swift. Other ideas came from Brian Lemert, the Black Door, What she cares about most is being friends. I would come home and honest in her writing and perfor- just start writing. The best songs Susan Mae & the New Yesterday, mance. A songwriter for a mere five I’ve written came in 20 minutes or years, Stork learned quickly to fol- less.” Fort Wayne Funk Orchestra low her heart when putting pen to Stork, Grant and Teeple spent a paper, but to listen to her bandmates few years playing with Hubie Ash- Saturday, August 22 • 6-10pm when giving life to her composi- craft. For Stork, the time with Ash- tions. Her band comprises Andrew craft was one of intense learning. Walkin Papers, RumJones Teeple on bass, Mike Grant on drums, Andrew Plass- She was in Ashcraft’s band when she recorded Bad Jafunkae, Wayward Son man on guitar, with support from guitarists Charlie History, but it soon became apparent that if she was Davis and John Ptak. going to give Bad History the exposure it deserved, “They helped me turn these songs into something she would have to strike out on her own. BEERS MALLERS good,” Stork says. “When I started, I had no idea what Stork says she has about 100 half written songs BACKS & SALIN, LLP I was doing. These guys all had degrees from col- and enough finished ones to begin work on a new EP. lege in music in some shape or form, everything that If the songs are comparable to the ones on Bad His- I did not have. They took these songs that I wrote and tory, Stork and her band face a good future. (Mark turned them into great songs. I will bring an original Hunter) 2------www.whatzup.com------August 13, 2015 whatzup Volume 20, Number 2 ummer vacation may be over, but there’s plenty of fun stuff on the horizon – both under the sun and out of it. For one thing, the Foellinger Theatre’s sum- mer concert series will still be going strong all the way into late September, Sand it’s Happy Together Tour is this week’s cover (Michele DeVinney’s feature is on page 4). If you occasionally find yourself humming “Happy Together,” or “Kind of a Drag,” or “Cherish,” or just about any late 60s pop hit you can think of, this Saturday, Nov. 21 • 8pm • $25-$40 show is not to be missed. So break out that old tie-dyed T-shirt or dress, find some flowers for your hair and bring your singing voice. GREAT WHITE Speaking of fun shows, Buckwheat Zydeco is becoming something of a Fort Wayne mainstay – ever since we helped bring him to the Botanical Conservatory for our ACOUSTIC SHOW tenth anniversary. He’s back once again as part of the conservatory’s Botanical Roots series, and it’s a low-dough show that shouldn’t be missed. Pack up the kids and some lawn chairs, and be sure to take along your dancing shoes. Given the two stories cited above, it only makes sense that we feature Al Moll, the man who heads up the Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation Dept., as part of our “movers and shakers” series. And we also feature the U.S. Navy Cruisers ensemble who are playing not one, but two area shows next weekend. Those are just the feature stories – there’s lots more inside the issue. All you’ve gotta 2015-2016 SEASON do is look for it. So start turning pages and making plans to enjoy what’s left of summer and beyond. The Best Season Ticket Deal Just Got Better! We’re here to make sure you don’t miss anything, and we bring you whatzup for free! Buy 3 shows Get 1 Free! All we ask in return is that, while you’re out and about, you tell ’em we sent you. Buy a pair and save even more*
inside the issue Adult Senior(60+) Student • readers poll winners OUT & ABOUT...... 11 First $45 $36 $30 Catch a Ride to AC/DC’s Detroit Show Second $40 $30 $25 THE FREAK BROTHERS...... 2 ROAD NOTEZ...... 16 Best R&B Performer FLIX...... 19 *Mix and match Adult, Senior or Student STACI STORK...... 2 Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation tickets to make a pair Best Local CD Release, Non-Rock SCREEN TIME...... 19 Getting from There to Into Space Discount good through August 31 • features ON BOOKS...... 20 The Jesus Cow Call 260.745.4364 to order your season tickets or HAPPY TOGETHER TOUR...... 4 Sixties Stars and Songs CURTAIN CALL...... 22 Visit all for One online at www.allforonefw.org Bat Boy: The Musical BUCKWHEAT ZYDECO...... 7 Let-Your-Hair-Down Music • calendars AL MOLL...... 8 The Man in Charge of Fun LIVE MUSIC & COMEDY...... 11 U.S. NAVY CRUISERS...... 9 Performances at the PPG ArtsLab MUSIC/ON THE ROAD...... 16 300 E. Main Street, Fort Wayne Battleships & Batons ROAD TRIPZ...... 18 • columns & reviews THINGS TO DO...... 21 ART & ARTIFACTS...... 22 SPINS...... 10 The Great Dictators, Ecstatic Vision, Tame Impala STAGE & DANCE...... 23
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Pacific Coast Concerts...... 8, 23 When the Happy Together Roots, The Buckinghams P.I.T.C.H...... 18 tour visits the Foellinger Theatre PERFORMERS DIRECTORY...... 14 this month, it will tout not one but approach to this tour. The show Snickerz Comedy Bar...... 11 six acts with a long history of pop is not a rock show, per se, but success. With the Grass Roots, it’s a happy theater piece, like a Sweetwater Sound...... 13, 24 the Buckinghams, the Associa- play with no silly story attached. Taste of the Arts...... 7 tion, the Cowsills and Mark Lind- The songs we all perform provide Two EE’s Winery/Pre-Harvest Music Fest...... 13 say of Paul Revere & the Raiders the story, and since everyone has Wagon Wheel Café/Bluegrass Festival...... 19 joining the Turtles for an evening their own experiences with those Wagon Wheel/Little Women: The Musical...... 23 of music, it’s clear that some of songs, you can put your own sto- the best songs of the late 1960s ry to it. 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There are also videosStage devot- Sponsors: Glenbrook Square Busker Square AUToA 5.15 1up FIN.indd 1 Glenbrookcarsons.com/ SquarefortwayneGlenbrook Square 6/10/15 2:22 PM significant occasion. Dural said his take on zydeco is difficult ed to Dural’s process and many showcasing carsons.com/fortwayne Glenbrook Squarecarsons.com/fortwayne Sponsor: “That was really rewarding to me,” said to pigeonhole. “I take my music to a differ- new songs as well as old favorites like “OnGlenbrook a Square carsons.com/fortwayne Night Like This,” “Marie Marie” and “Wait-carsons.com/fortwayne Sponsors: Arts United Annual Sponsors: the now 67-year-old artist. “You work hard ent dimension,” he said. “There are no limits Huisking Sponsors: Arts United Annual Sponsors: Foundation Sponsors: Arts United Annual Sponsors: all your life, right? And something like that, to what I do. As a musician I love all types ing for My Ya Ya.” Huisking FoundationHuisking well, it lets you know someone’s listening. 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Zydeco is characterized by fast-as- “Come and have some fun,” he said. TasteOfTheArtsFortWayne.org No matter where he was – in the fields lightning washboard, guitar, and accordion. “Take your shoes off. Let your hair down. or in his home or at church – Dural was sur- That’s where Dural comes in. He sees his job It’s a party.” AUToA 5.15 1up FIN.indd 1 6/10/15 2:22 PM August 13, 2015------www.whatzup.com------7
AUToA 5.15 1up FIN.indd 1 toa 2.125 x 10.5.indd 1 8/2/156/10/15 10:11:58 2:22 PM PM ------Feature • Al Moll------Proudly presents in Fort Wayne, Indiana 2015 Summer Concert Series • The Foellinger Theater The Man in Charge of Fun By Michele DeVinney is completely endowed, so all the money As the concert schedule at Foellinger to maintain it comes from that endowment. continued to grow, Moll decided to take a With an eclectic resume which includes Headwaters Park, the Courthouse Green and chance and book a band who cost a little private businessman, corporate employee Lakeside also have endowments.” more, whose ticket price was a little higher, and a stint as Fort Wayne’s first deputy may- Recent upgrades to McMillan Park, with just to see what might be possible. or in the Graham Richard administration, Al a new community center which repurposes “Our turning point in 2012 was when we ON SALE Moll was already deeply entrenched in the the old ice rink, has provided basketball, soc- brought in Huey Lewis & the News. We’d NOW! community by 2005. cer and technology programs, all designed to already had some big names come in – we’d A Kansas native, Moll grew up in the fill a void and serve the underserved in our had groups like Three Dog Night the year Washington, D.C. area before moving to community. A new playground at Kreager before – but we took a chance with some SUNDAY AUGUST 23, 2015 • 7:30 PM Fort Wayne in 1984. By the bigger, more expensive names, &RXQWU\0XVLF/HJHQG time he became deputy mayor, and the risk paid off. So the Moll was already interested in following year, we brought in ON SALE working for Fort Wayne Parks Chicago, America, Little River NOW! and Recreation, but when a Band, Kansas, and pretty soon, search commenced to find a promoters were contacting us, new director, Moll chose to see trying to book shows here. where the national search led. “Now we’re working When none of the candidates with Pacific Coast Concerts, quite filled the bill, Moll de- and we have some of the big- CLINT cided to throw his hat into the gest lineups ever. When our ring and, as a result, has now summer series is announced, BLACKFree Movies been director for 10 years. it’s a big community event. Tickets The Nut Job Wed June 15 9:00 pm In that decade, Moll has This past year we crashed the On-line FRIDAY By Phone AUGUSTSurly, a curmudgeon, independent squirrel is28, banished from his 2015 • 7:30 PM Free Movies park and forced to survive in the city. Lucky for him, he stumbles city’s website because as soon www.foellingertheatre.org (260) 427-6000 Tickets tapped The into Nut Job his Wed varied June 15 9:00 pm profes- on the one thing that may be able to save his life, and the rest of Fort Wayne, IN 46805 705 E. State Blvd. park community, as they gear up for winter. PG On-line By Phonesional Surly, experiences a curmudgeon, independent squirrel is banished tofrom his bring as the tickets went on sale, In Person Foellinger park and forced to survive in the city. Lucky for him, he stumbles “American Pie”www.foellingertheatre.org (260) 427-6000 Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation Department Frozen Wed July 2 9:00 pm solid leadership to Fort Wayne there was such a high volume on the one thing that may be able to save his life, and the rest of Fort Wayne, IN 46805 705 E. State Blvd. 705 E. State Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN Sisters Elsa and Anna enjoy an idyllic life in the enchanted Parks park & community, Rec, as they gear up for winter. a PG department trying to register on the site.” Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. kingdom ruled by their parents until Elsa’s magical ability to cre- In Person Foellinger which is not only among the Aiming for the baby ate ice and snow around her proves a threat to those she loves. Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation Department Frozen Wed July 2 9:00 pm Foellinger Theatre Emerging for her own coronation after several years of self- most respected in the city but boomers, and now looking to DON705 E. State Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN Sisters Elsa and Anna enjoy an idyllic life in the enchanted 3411 Sherman Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN imposed isolation, Elsa flees in distress when her uncontrollable Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. also thekingdom ruled most by their parents until beloved. Elsa’s magical ability to cre- Each the next generations, Moll has (260) 427-6715 powers transform the kingdom into a frozen realm. PG Theatre Box office is open from 6:00-10:00 p.m. on concert days. Tickets ate ice and snow around her proves a threat to those she loves. Monsters University Wed July 9 9:00 pm neighborhood has its own perfectly targeted the audience may be purchased in person or by phone. Foellinger Theatre Emerging for her own coronation after several years of self- 3411 Sherman Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN parks, and every citizen seems to be attached Park, which includes a splash pad, is “Dis- for the summer concerts, and ticket and con- Take a trip back in time to when star Monsters,McLEAN Inc. employ- imposed isolation, Elsa flees in distress when her uncontrollable Concerts in shaded background are reserved seating only ees Mike and Sulley were just two promising young students at (260) 427-6715 to theirpowers favorite, transform the kingdom into amost frozen realm. PG likely the one they fre- ney-like” Theatre in its offerings, says Moll. He also cession revenues not only pay for the show (including bleacher seats). All other ticketed and free concerts Monsters University in this frightfully fun Disney/Pixar prequel. Box office is open from 6:00-10:00 p.m. on concert days. Tickets ON SALE NOW! Monsters University Wed July 9 9:00 pm are open seating. We accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover. When their heated competition to be the most fearsome in their may be purchased in person or by phone. quented growing up or the one where they notes that Foster Park is considered “The but provide additional monies for upgrades class gets out of hand the pair find themselves ejected from the 2014had theirTake a trip wedding back in time to when star Monsters, or Inc. employ-took their children. It’s People’s Park,” one of the crowning jewels to the theater, which has recently included a The 2014 concert series at Foellinger Theatre was made possible prestigious Scare Program. G Concerts in shaded background are reserved seatinga onlypublic ees Mike trust and Sulley were thatjust two promising Moll young students attakes very seriously. in the city. new rigging system and a likely upgrade of with the supportFRIDAY of the Lincoln Financial Foundation as well as the SEPTEMBERSaving Mr. Banks Wed July 16 9:00 pm 4 • 7 30(including bleacher PM seats). All other ticketed and free concerts Monsters University in this frightfully fun Disney/Pixar prequel. individual concert sponsors listed below. Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson bring to life the untold true are open seating. We accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover. “OfWhen theirall heated thecompetition tothings be the most fearsome in I’vetheir done profession- “We try to maintain the parks and of- an already elaborate sound system. Recent TICKETS “The little ol’ band from Texas!” story about the origins of one of the most treasured Disney clas- ally overclass gets out the of hand the pair years, find themselves ejected this from the is by far the most fer programs2014 that get kids outside to enjoy renovations to the stage, which no longer GOING sics of all time: Mary Poppins. When author P.L. Travers reluc- The 2014 concert series at Foellinger Theatre was made possible prestigious Scare Program. G FAST! tantly agrees to let Walt Disney film her classic children’s novel, rewarding. It’s a great opportunity, and I feel nature,” says Moll. “It’s a little harder to do includes a cover to a defunct orchestra pit, with the support of the Lincoln Financial Foundation as well as the Saving Mr. Banks Wed July 16 9:00 pm she clashes with everyone from the songwriting Sherman brothers individual concert sponsors listed below. blessed and honored to have it. There’s an these days, but we know it’s better for their allowed for additional seating closer to the to Disney himself. PG-13 incredibleTom Hanks and amountEmma Thompson bring to life the of untold true support in this com- health if they have reasons to go outside. We stage. story about the origins of one of the most treasured Disney clas- Mary Poppins Wed July 23 9:00 pm munity which treasures its park system. We try to keep our programs reasonably priced “We sought input from the bands that This Disney classic tells the tale of a nanny who alights on the sics of all time: Mary Poppins. When author P.L. Travers reluc- dysfunctional Banks family and transforms their fractured home have bothtantly agrees seasoned to let Walt Disney film her classic children’sand novel, young staff members which attracts more people, but these pro- played here, and they wanted less distance life into one of warmth and laughter. G she clashes with everyone from the songwriting Sherman brothers who areto Disney all himself. so PG-13 energetic. Everybody wants to grams have a strong tradition in this com- between them and the audience,” says Moll. The Lego Movie Wed July 30 9:00 pm work forMary Poppins the parks Wed July 23system 9:00 pm because we love munity.” “So now we have additional seats, which An ordinary LEGO mini-figure, mistakenly thought to be the seeing the fruits of our labors.” One of the biggest changes to the parks provide more revenue and allow for the extraordinary Master-Builder, is recruited to join a quest to stop This Disney classic tells the tale of a nanny who alights on the an evil LEGO tyrant from gluing the universe together. PG Thatdysfunctional staff Banks family and includestransforms their fractured home over 100 full-time, system during Moll’s era has been the ex- bands and the audiences to be closer. The Despicable Me 2 Wed August 6 9:00 pm year-roundlife into one of warmth employees, and laughter. G plus an additional 40 plosive growth of the Foellinger Theatre in bands that play here tell other bands what In this sequel to the wildly successful 2010 animated picture, to 50 whichThe Lego Movie provide Wed July 30 seasonal 9:00 pm support. In the the last several years. From the time he took a great experience they have, and that helps SUNDAY SEPTEMBERGru the ex-scheming evildoer-turned-parental figure, is recruited27, 2015 • 7:30 PM by the Anti-Villain League to help deal with a powerful new super summer,An ordinary those LEGO mini-figure, mistakenly numbers thought to be the grow to 400 more the position as director, he saw the theatre’s spread the word. Mike Love of the Beach criminal. PG who helpextraordinary Master-Builder, run is1,500 recruited to join a quest programs to stop to serve the potential and sought to do something about Boys said what a great experience they had an evil LEGO tyrant from gluing the universe together. PG 2QVDOHQRZDW)RUW:D\QH3DUNV2I¿FHThe Wizard of Oz Wed August 13 9:00 pm community. Having just celebrated the de- it. in Fort Wayne last year, which is why they Join us for the 75th anniversary of this film’s Hollywood debut on You’ve been waiting . . . Despicable Me 2 Wed August 6 9:00 pm partment’s 110th anniversary with a commu- “I really drove that expansion. When came back again this year. He’s been all DOO:RRGHQ1LFNHO5HFRUGVORFDWLRQVAugust 15, 1939. Kansas girl Dorothy Gale and her dog, Toto, In this sequel to the wildly successful 2010 animated picture, are whisked by a tornado into the magical land of Oz where nity partyGru the ex-scheming at Headwaters evildoer-turned-parental figure, is recruited Park, Moll says that I took the job in 2005, there were 10 to 15 over the world, and he has great things to .DUPD5HFRUGV3O\PRXWK :DUVDZ&KDUJHE\SKRQHDorothy joins the Tin Man, the Scarecrow, and the Cowardly Lion for a summer like this! on an adventure down the Yellow Brick Road to persuade the supportby thefrom Anti-Villain League tonot help deal withonly a powerful new superthe mayor’s adminis- free events in the theatre each year, and at- say about playing at the Foellinger.” RURQOLQHZZZIRHOOLQJHUWKHDWUHRUJWizard to help her find her way home. G tration,criminal. but PG from the citizens of Fort Wayne tendance at those was next to nothing. It was Although 2015 has been a mixed bag The Wizard of Oz Wed August 13 9:00 pm Free movies sponsored by makes the continued growth and expansion a great place to have free movies and free – Moll says the success of the concert se- WOODEN NICKEL RECORDS possible.Join us for the 75th anniversary of this film’s Hollywood debut on concerts,You’ve been waiting and we . . . still offer all of that. But ries built him up while flooding and fallen August 15, 1939. Kansas girl Dorothy Gale and her dog, Toto, www.foellingertheatre.org “Someare whisked by a tornado people into the magical land don’tof Oz where realize that Head- sometime around 2006 or 2007, we booked trees brought him back down to earth – he Box Office Parkswaters & Recreation DorothyPark joins the Tin Man,and the Scarecrow, the and the CowardlyFort Lion Wayne Children’s the for Grassa summer Roots like this! to play and charged maybe is happy with the growth he’s seen during (260) 427-6715 (260) 427-6000 on an adventure down the Yellow Brick Road to persuade the Zoo areWizard part to help her find of her way Forthome. G Wayne Parks & Rec. We $10 admission. Maybe not even that. his tenure and looks forward to continuing let the Zoological Society run the zoo, and I “We were just looking to see what in the role. BUS TRIP know enoughFree movies to sponsored just by stay out of Jim Ander- would happen if we had concerts in there, “Although budgets are strained at times, FROM SOUTH BEND & FORT WAYNE son’s way because they do a great job there. and the show sold out. So we started bring- we’re still able to take care of the commu- to DETROIT, MICHIGAN! www.foellingertheatre.org TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 8, 2015 But they’re part of our system, and they’re ing in more acts like Grand Funk Railroad nity, and these concerts are the icing on the FORD FIELD, DETROIT MICHIGAN an example of how, while we’re a govern- and Box Office some cover Parks & Recreation bands. Hotel California has cake. It’s great when people come up and Bus trip packages ON SALE NOW at Orbit Music/Mishawaka ment entity, most of our programs are self- been (260) 427-6715 coming (260) 427-6000 here every year and will be say you’re doing a great job, but it’s really and Wooden Nickel Records/Fort Wayne sustaining. We also have a Park Foundation back again next year for its seventh consecu- about so much more than me. It’s a pleasure which has set up endowments for some of tive time. Each year when they come they serving the public and serving this park sys- our parks. Freimann Square, for example, draw a bigger crowd.” tem.” 8------www.whatzup.com------August 13, 2015 ------Feature • U.S. Navy Cruisers------Battleships & Batons By Deborah Kennedy trained at Oberlin College’s Conversatory of Music. He joined the Navy in 1991 and has served as per- Sixteen years ago, the U.S. Navy Band – which cussionist ever since, beginning in the Navy’s New has served as the official musical organization of the Orleans-based steel drum band. He went on to become United States since 1925 – formed an ensemble whose an instructor of percussion and, in September 2009, purpose was to act as ambassadors of goodwill while was named the head of the Cruisers. performing diverse favorites from the American song- Alexander’s mates are likewise pedigreed. They book. are veterans not only of the Navy but of the profession- That ensemble, christened the Navy Cruisers, will al music scene, and their individual resumes include be making two stops in northeastern Indiana as part of tours with Ray Charles and Chuck Mangione, among the group’s fall nation- al tour. The Cruisers’ first local engagement is Friday, August 21 at the DeKalb Outdoor Theatre, and the sec- ond is the following night at the Foellinger Theatre. The U.S. Navy Band was created to play at state func- tions, including in- augurations, funerals and important dinners attended by inter- national dignitaries, but it has, since its formation, branched out. There are now six separate ensembles, JOIN US FOR TWO NIGHTS OF focusing on ceremo- nial music, orchestral FREE FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN! offerings, sea chanties and jazz, country and popu- U.S. NAVY CRUISERS others. Together, they’ve All performances take place on the corner of lar hits. The Cruisers carry 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21 performed at a number Main and 8th streets. Fireworks will be shot over the popular music mantle of official stateside func- and are often described as Dekalb Outdoor Theater tions, and they’ve taken the Courthouse Saturday night. the Navy Band’s most dy- Dekalb Co. Fairgrounds, Auburn to international waters to namic act. Their songlist is Free admission, 260-925-2611 headline Oslo’s Norwe- FRIDAY, SEPT. 4 wide and varied and includes gian Military Tattoo and CRUISE-IN CONCERT “Ain’t No Mountain High 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22 the Naval Air Station’s JOE JUSTICE...... 4-6 PM Enough,” “God Bless the Foellinger Theatre Navy Birthday Ball in CHRIS WORTH...... 6-8:30PM USA” and, perhaps most fit- 3411 Sherman Blvd., Fort Wayne Kevflavik, Iceland. tingly, “Come Sail Away.” The U.S. Navy Band BIG CADDY DADDY...... 8:30-11:30PM The eight-piece Cruisers Free admission, 260-427-6715 has a long and storied are probably not what you history. Having grown SATURDAY, SEPT. 5 think of when you picture the U.S. Navy Band. They out of the Naval Academy Band, which gained in do perform in uniform, and indeed, one of their goals popularity and importance during the Civil War, it re- FAST & FABULOUS CONCERT is to spread the message of service to those who might ally caught on during World War I when demand for SUGAR SHOT...... 6-8:30PM want to enlist, but they embrace all genres of music, a band that would support patriotic efforts was high. FIREWORKS...... AT DUSK including rock, R&B, blues, pop, jazz and adult con- Two years prior to the U.S.’s involvement in that con- temporary. After all, the name of the group – Shana flict, musical contingents from two vessels – the USS FREAK BROTHERS...... 8:30-11:30PM A. Sullivan and Cory L. Parker on vocals, Kenneth H. Kansas and the Presidential Yacht Mayflower – came Carr on guitar, Athus F. Delima on bass, Justin J. Cody together in the Washington Navy Yard where they FRIDAY: CRUISE-IN • ICE CREAM SOCIAL on keyboards, Leon A. Alexander on drums, Matthew rehearsed next to a coal pile. Later they were given SATURDAY: PARADE • FAST & FABULOUS R. Stuver on sax and David A. Smith on trumpet – more appropriate rehearsal space near the the Sail Loft springs from the Navy’s most versatile and multi-use where sail makers were all to happy to stitch and sew FORT WAYNE FOOD TRUCKS BOTH DAYS ship. with the band’s music in the background. “For many years, Navy bands have been where In 1923, the members of the still unofficial group it matters, when it matters, just like the rest of our accompanied Warren G. Harding on his tour of Alaska Navy,” says Cmdr. Kenneth Collins, the Navy Band’s and later played “Nearer My God to Thee” at his fu- commanding officer. “Today, we have sailors per- neral. In 1925, Harding’s successor, Calvin Coolidge forming around the world, improving relations with signed a law declaring the band the U.S.’s primary our allies abroad as well as telling the Navy story here musical ambassadors, and they soon set off on their at home.” first national tour. The Cruisers take pride in their fun-filled, family Since then, groups like the Cruisers have been friendly shows. They play an energetic and accom- working to preserve the band’s legacy, as well as plished set and the musicians are, without a doubt, spread the word and sound of American music through some of the best performers in their chosen fields. Al- excellent musicianship, some pomp and circumstance exander, for instance (also the Cruisers’ band leader), and, last but not least, fun. August 13, 2015------www.whatzup.com------9 Wooden Nickel ------Spins------CD of the Week The Great Dictators Killers BACKTRACKS $11.99 Straight outta Copenhagen. Hardin & York So, why aren’t The Great Dic- Tomorrow Today (1969) tators a more recognized band than they currently are? They have the This one of those groovy re- chops, the songs, the charisma. cords from the late 60s that you re- They improve and expand their ally takes you back to a time when sound with every release. Maybe music made you feel something. it’s because they’re unapologetic With the heavy organ from Eddie about staying relatively put in Co- Hardin and the fantastic Pete York penhagen. Maybe it’s because, given the dearth of articles found on on drums, Tomorrow Today was eas- Google searches, the ratio of interviews written in Danish is rather ily one of the most progressive-psychedelic sounds of the era. high. Opening with the title track, Hardin wails away on the organ TGD’s second full-length, Killers, stacks up to the band’s debut and carries the vocals while York keeps up evenly on the kit. “100 and then some. The energy level is higher, the hooks are abundant; Years From Now” is more on the folk rock side but still has lot of but don’t worry, the gray cloudscapes are still fully intact. So are soul, and the psychedelic “I’m Lost” was co-written by Spencer Dragut Lugalzagosi’s distinctive baritone vocals. He coos, wraps his Davis (whose group Hardin was briefly a member of). Funky-pop JOSS STONE is heard at the end of side one in the track “Drinking My Wine” WATER FOR YOUR SOUL phrases around the melodies and brings a touch of Joy Division and Nick Cave to the party. which features a little brass just to mix things up. Twelve years ago, British soulstress Joss Stone And on Killers, Lugalzagosihas added a few unexpected out- Side two brings us “Candlelight,” a nice mix of Deep Purple became a teenage singing sensation thanks to bursts. Just as you’re enjoying the latter part of the slinky single, and Traffic. It’s mellow, but not enough to lose your attention. her debut album, The Soul Sessions. Seven “Baby Skull Ring,” the song erupts with just seconds left. It’s as if “Mountains of Sands” goes on for over six minutes, as does the albums later she’s back with Water for Your Soul someone walked up and changed the channel to the climax of a late- jazzy “Can’t Keep a Good Man Down.” This track slows the pace which boasts contributions from Damien Marley model Marilyn Manson tune. Considering that “Baby Skull Ring” of the record down too much for me, but I can appreciate the and samples from Barrington Levy and Cocoa sounds like a streamlined pop confection that combines the best of piano from the master that Hardin was. The record closes with Tea, among others. Highlights include the reg- INXS and Achtung Baby U2 up to that point, this certainly is a wak- “Listen Everyone,” a heavy prog-rocker with a message of hope. gae-esque “Wake Up” and the soaring “Harry’s er-upper of a finish. Although Hardin & York only recorded a couple of albums Symphony.” Pick up your copy for $11.99 at any We get the same treatment from the opening track, “Holy Crea- together, they performed with each other through the 1990s. Both Wooden Nickel Music Store. tures.” It’s a pretty smooth (if dark and swirling) midtempo ride until were instrumental as studio musicians throughout their careers, the shrieks of “Gotta face the freaks / Gotta face the freaks” hit your and York’s resumé includes bands that included Eric Clapton, TOP SELLERS @ eardrums. Killers is accomplished and engaging enough that the Steve Winwood and Jon Lord. Hardin also had a successful ca- musical tantrums function less as disruptions and more as explosive reer, releasing solo albums through the early 2000s. Sadly, Hardin Wooden Nickel codas to the songs. Elsewhere, “Strange Ways” would make a very suffered a heart attack in July and passed away. He was 66. (Week ending 8/9/15) fitting single here in the States, given recent developments. Over a Fun Fact: Hardin replaced Steve Winwood in the Spencer Da- playful pop arrangement that recalls a bit of Head on the Door-era vis Group. (Dennis Donahue) TW LW ARTIST/Album Cure, Lugalzagosi sings, “We all have throats, we all have tongues 1 1 JASON ISBELL / So we can kiss the ones we love.” In “The Name of the Father,” “Don’t Kill The Vibe” does anything but. It’s probably the heavi- Something More Than Free the band’s low-boil vibe and ability to pull a full-sounding song out est track on the album and is possibly what The Howlin’ Wind was of spare instrumentation (until the glorious build to the end) recalls attempting to do before it got lost somewhere between The Magi- 2 – GREG ALLMAN nothing if not the spare splendor of Petty’s Wildflowers. Now that’s a cian’s Birthday and Against the Wind. Normally I am not a fan of the Live: Back to Macon GA nice accomplishment. “Shame” and “Rockets” ride the same Nordic screamed, growled vocals (Matt Pike being the exception, natch), but with Ecstatic Vision it seems to do the music justice. It adds to 3 – LUKE BRYAN glossy chill and measured pace TGD have done well with over the Kill the Lights course of their work to date. the grizzled space traveler vibe. I imagine some hairy, muscle-bound These are gorgeous, heartfelt songs – despite the cloud cover. animated character from Heavy Metal soaring at light speed through 4 4 BUDDY GUY Killers hits a sweet spot in TGD’s career, showing off growth and outer space on a multi-dimensional light bike with a barely clothed, Born to Play Guitar expanding appeal while keeping all the elements of what made this buxom brunette clinging to him for dear life. band a real find in the first place.D.M. ( Jones) Title track “Sonic Praise” feels like a trek through some hot, 5 – NOW 55 green jungle, while “Cross The Divide” closes the album out with That’s What I Call Music Ecstatic Vision nine minutes of intense, hazy groove. Ecstatic Vision make the kind of music that toes the line between 6 2 WARREN HAYNES Sonic Praise mystic space traveler and the basement-dwelling stoner. That’s not a Ashes & Dust Ecstatic Vision linger in a class knock. Everyone has a dream, and kush dreams are some of the best and most enlightened. Sonic Praise is the kind of record you think up 7 10 TEENAGE TIME KILLERS of chunky, driving metal that only Greatest Hits 1 a few can do right without com- and create at your most enlightened; amps buzzing, lights down low, ing across as ludicrous. It’s THC- haze in the air and the universe broken wide open. (John Hubner) 8 – FEAR FACTORY fueled space rock that falls some- Genexus where between fuzzed-out caveman Tame Impala Krautrock and a less doom-and- Currents 9 9 JOE SATRIANI gloom Black Sabbath. These Philly Shockwave Supernova guys are steeped in 70s progressive So I’ve listened to Tame Impa- rock and 90s doom, and they’ve got the glassy eyes to prove it. la’s excellent new album, Currents, 10 7 JOSS STONE Water for Your Soul There are few bands that I would call contemporaries to Ecstatic several times now – like every day, Vision: Joy, Psicomagia, Harsh Toke and, to a lesser extent, earlier twice a day, since a couple of Fri- Black Mountain, bands that come across as stoner shamans to deliver days ago – and I can say very confi- the message of the gods. Chugging, chunky guitars lumber along dently that it’s a masterpiece. loping bass lines. Crushing motorik beats push the music along as Kevin Parker has finally decid- check out our an occasional saxophone squelch comes screaming out of the mix. In ed he no longer has to make albums Ecstatic Vision’s case, the vocals are gruff and rough. It’s like a less that sound like they’re being per- 50¢ vinyl bins bloody Matt Pike growl with more melody. formed by a crusty crew of long-haired, bearded psych dudes jam- Sonic Praise is filled with killer riffs and stoned grooves. “Jour- min’ on a weed-and-lager high. He’s succumbed to the idea (or real- hundreds to choose from ney” opens the album with delayed vocals that sound almost angel- ization) that he himself is just as much a producer as he is a singer in 3627 N. Clinton • 484-2451 ic before a Holy Mountain-like vibe rolls in like war clouds. Ken a rock band. 3422 N. Anthony • 484-3635 Hensley-tinged organ fills the gaps between groove and bloody fist. Since the beginning, he’s recorded Tame Impala records by him- 6427 W. Jefferson • 432-7651 Next up, the three part “Astral Plane,” is how you would imagine a self, with the same old equipment, with the same idea in mind: writ- song called “Astral Plane” and broken into three parts would be. It’s ing great, catchy pop songs. But he did so in a way that made those We Buy, Sell & Trade Used CDs, LPs & DVDs www.woodennickelrecords.com bloody brilliant. Tribal, heavy, cosmic, and fueled with enough Mary Jane that you’ll get a contact high just listening. Continued on page 15 10------www.whatzup.com------August 13, 2015 NIGHTLIFE
Local Acoustic Every Thursday ALLEN COUNTY Thursday, August 13 • 7pm-10pm Burgers • Bands • Bourbon Fr i .-Sa t ., Au g u s t 14-15 • 7:30 & 9:45 • $9.50 4D’s bar & grill Jason Paul The 17th Floor Tavern/Sports Bar • 1820 W. Dupont Rd., Fort Wayne • 260-490-6488 Friday, August 14 • 9:30pm-1:30am Friday, August 14 10pm Ex p e c t : Great food and drink specials and live entertainment; $2 Da n n y drink specials daily; $1 tacos on Mon.; $1.50 domestic longnecks & Reckon $1 tacos on Tues.; Paul & Brian at 7 p.m. & 39¢ wings on Wed. (3-11 Martini Affair r o w n i n g p.m., dine-in only); $1 sliders & $1.50 longnecks on Thurs.; live music Saturday, August 15 B Fri. & Sat.; buy one-get one half off entrees on Sat. (5-8 p.m.); $7.50 Saturday, August 15 • 10pm w/Ga b e Ke a Cassie’s Ride Benefit 14”, 3-topping pizza on Sun. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : NW corner of Dupont This three-time festival winner has been & Lima. Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Mon.-Fri.; noon-3 a.m. Sat.-Sun. Kid Friendly Until 10pm Jason Paul & David Wolfe - 4-7pm seen on the Discovery Channel, Ford Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, Disc Reckon - 9:30pm-1:30am 16TVs, Patio, 4 Garage Doors commercials and Fox TV’s “Laughs!” & Outdoor Bar alley sports bar 260-625-1002 Ca l l 486-0216 f o r Mo r e In f o r m a t i o n Sports Bar • 1455 Goshen Rd., Fort Wayne • 260-483-4421 4910 N. Clinton Street o r v i s i t w w w .s n ic k e r z c o m e d y c l u b .b i z 9 short min. west of Coliseum Blvd. Ex p e c t : Sports on 21 big screen TVs all week. Sandwiches, wraps, at US 30 & W. County Line Road Fort Wayne • 209.2117 NOW HIRING ALL POSITIONS soups and salads. $10 buckets every Sunday. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Inside Pro Bowl West, Gateway Plaza on Goshen Road. Ho u r s : 1-10 p.m. Mon.------Calendar • Live Music & Comedy------Tues., closed Wed., 1-11 p.m. Thurs., 1 p.m.-1 a.m. Fri.-Sat., 1-9 p.m. Sun. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, Disc, Amex Thursday, August 13 Ja n e He a l d & Er i c Cl a n c y — Cello/ Op e n St a g e Ja m — Hosted by Pop ‘n’ piano at Club Soda, Fort Wayne, Fresh at Office Tavern, Fort Wayne, ARCOLA INN & ALE Am e r i c a n Id o l Ka r a o k e w/Da v e — 6:30-9:30 p.m., no cover, 426-3442 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., no cover, 478- Pub/Tavern • 11517 Arcola Rd., Arcola • 260-625-4444 5827 Karaoke at Latch String, Fort Wayne, Ja s o n Pa u l — Acoustic variety at Ex p e c t : Golden Tee, pool table, jukebox, live weekend entertainment, 10:30 p.m., no cover, 483-5526 Beamer’s Sports Grill, Fort Wayne, Sh u t Up & Si n g w/Mi c h a e l Ca m pb e l l — 3 TVs, free WIFI, patio, fire pit. Drink specials: $3 domestic pitch- Ba s k e t c a s e — Variety at The Green 7-10 p.m., no cover, 625-1002 Karaoke at North Star, Fort Wayne, 8 Frog Inn, Fort Wayne, 9-11 p.m., no Je f f McDo n a l d — Variety at Don Hall’s p.m., no cover, 471-3798 ers $2 Fire & Ice Sun.; $1 domestic drafts, $2 craft drafts, $3 Captain cover, 426-1088 Guesthouse, Fort Wayne, 7-10 p.m., Mon.; $2 well drinks Tues.; $2 Reds, $3 bombs Wed.; $2 domestic Bl a c k Ca t Ma m b o — Ska at Nick’s no cover, 489-2524 Friday, August 14 longnecks, $3 craft/import longnecks Thurs.; $5 domestic pitchers Fri.; Martini & Wine Bar, Fort Wayne, Jo e Ju s t i c e — Variety at One Summit $3 Beam or Canadian Mist Sat. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Arcola Rd. & Eme, Square, Fort Wayne, 11:30 a.m.- 8-10 p.m., no cover, 482-6425 17t h Fl o o r — Rock at Bar 145, Fort less than 10 minutes from Fort Wayne. Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-3 a.m. daily. 1:30 p.m., free, 420-3266 Bu c c a Ka r a o k e w/Bu c c a — Karaoke at Wayne, 10 p.m., no cover, 209-2117 Al c o h o l : Pm t o u n c e w e t a v a r i e a t l o w e r s Full Service; : MC, Visa, Disc, ATM Deer Park Irish Pub, Fort Wayne, 10 J /M , M F — 2 He a d e d Ch i c k e n — Variety at Corner p.m., no cover, 432-8966 Variety at Calhoun Street Soups, Pocket, Fort Wayne, 8 p.m.-12 a.m., BAR 145 Ch r i s Wo r t h — Variety at Trolley Bar, Salads & Spirits, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m., no cover, 492-7665 Fort Wayne, 7:30-10:30 p.m., no $5, 456-7005 Gastro Pub • 4910 N. Clinton St., Fort Wayne • 260-209-2117 Am e r i c a n Id o l Ka r a o k e — at The x p e c t cover, 490-4322 Ju k e Jo i n t Ji v e — Classic rock/funk at Green Frog Inn, Fort Wayne, 9:30 E : Pairing premium spirits and beer with gourmet food in an Da v i d To d o r a n — Acoustic at Phoenix, El Azteca, Fort Wayne, 7-10 p.m., no p.m., no cover, 426-1088 ambient, energetic setting offering live entertainment. Full menu. $10 cover, 482-2172 Fort Wayne, 8-11 p.m., no cover, An d y Pa u q u e t t e — Blues at Phoenix, lunches including sandwich, side & drink, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri.; 387-6571 Mo t o r f o l k e r s — Folk at Bar 145, Fort Fort Wayne, 8 p.m., no cover, 387- $15 bottled house wine/$5 glasses Tues.; $5 Burger & $5 Martinis Wayne, 8 p.m., no cover, 209-2117 DJ Tr e n d — Variety at Wrigley Field 6571 Wed.; $4 Craft Bottles Thurs. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Between Coliseum Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, 10 p.m., no Op e n Mic Ni g h t — Hosted by Mike Big Ca d d y Da d d y — Rock/variety at and Washington Ctr. on North Clinton. Ho u r s : 11:30 a.m.-12 a.m. cover, 485-1038 Conley at Mad Anthony Brewing Co., Jefferson Pointe, Fort Wayne, 7-9 J Ta y l o r s — Variety at Don Hall’s Fort Wayne, 8:30-11 p.m., no cover, p.m., no cover, 459-1160 Sun.-Tues., 11:30 a.m.-1 a.m. Wed.,-Thurs., 11:30 a.m.-3 a.m. Fri.-Sat. 426-2537 l c o h o l m t Triangle Park, Fort Wayne, 7-9 p.m., Bi l l Sl a u g h t — Variety at Club A : Full Service; P : MC, Visa, Disc, Amex no cover, 482-4342 Paradise, Angola, 7:30 p.m., no BEAMER’S SPORTS GRILL cover, 833-7082 Sports/Music/Variety • W. County Line Rd. & Highway 30 • 260-625-1002 Ex p e c t : Big Ten, Nascar, NFL Sunday Ticket, pool tournaments, live ------music Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays. No cover. New owners & man- agement. Complete menu featuring homemade pizza, burgers, steaks, sandwiches and salads. Serving fresh Didier meats. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : A quick 10 minutes west of Coliseum on U.S. 30. Ho u r s : Open daily at Catch a Ride to AC/DC’s Detroit Show 11 a.m., noon on Sunday. Pm t : MC, Visa, Amex, Disc BOOTLEGGERS SALOON & GALLEY For those about to rock, Wooden Nickel Records salutes you. As you know, the all-powerful AC/DC are Pub/Tavern • 2809 W. Main St., Fort Wayne • 260-387-6307 Ex p e c t : Golden Tee, jukebox, 3 TVs, free WIFI, deck patio, motor- currently out touring their tails off on the Rock or Bust Out and About cycle parking available. Daily food & drink specials: $1 coneys & World Tour which so far has no scheduled Fort Wayne NICK BRAUN $2.50 18 oz. domestics Sun.; 50¢ wings & $3 pitchers Mon.; $1 tacos date. Not sure about you, but it seems like a long, long & $1.50 domestic longnecks Tues.; $1 drafts & 1/2 price pizza Wed.; time ago when they rocked the Coliseum back in 1990 $12 buckets & $1 sliders Thurs.; $4 pitchers & smoked BBQ ribs, as part of their Razor’s Edge Tour. With no dates in or the Foo Fighters, you’ll dig Roosevelt. Like all WN tips & chicken specials Fri.; $12 buckets Sat. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Corner our own backyard, we’re left to find the closest show in-store shows, there will be cookies and coffee avail- of Jefferson & West Main St., 2 minutes from downtown. Ho u r s : 11 and pack up for a roadie. Or better yet, we can climb able while you’re enjoying the band and browsing a.m.-3 a.m. daily. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, Disc, ATM aboard the Wooden Nickel-sponsored bus trip to Ford through the vinyl. This is all-ages and free. C2G MUSIC HALL Field in Detroit to catch the almighty AC/DC on Tues- Heaven’s Gateway Drugs, Trichotomous Hippo- day, September 8. potamus, James and the Drifters, J Tubbs, The Dead Music • 323 W. Baker St., Fort Wayne • 260-426-6464 The Nickel has already had two amazing bus Records and Lost Lakes are all bands most readers Ex p e c t : Great live music on one of Fort Wayne’s best stages. Diverse trips this year (Bob Seger and Rolling Stones), and are probably familiar with. On Saturday, August 15, musical genres from local, regional and national performers, all in a comfortable, all-ages, family-friendly, intimate atmosphere. Excellent now you can add AC/DC to the list. For $199 you can they’ll all join forces to perform at the 3rd Annual venue for shows, events, presentations, meetings and gatherings. enjoy a deluxe motor coach ride from Fort Wayne to Bands on the Banks. This all-ages event takes place Food catered by local vendors during some shows. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : the concert and back home after Angus and the boys on the river bank at Fort Wayne Outfitters and Bike Downtown on Baker between Ewing and Harrison, just south of are done. That price also includes a general admission Depot and provides a day full of local music along Parkview Field. Ho u r s : Most shows start at 8 p.m., doors one hour floor ticket which alone is priced at $137, so the total with the Bravas food truck and beverages from Don earlier. Al c o h o l : Beer & wine during shows only; Pm t : Cash, check price is quite a deal, especially when you factor in gas, Hall’s Restaurants. Bands on the Banks was devel- parking and trying to stay awake behind the wheel on oped to bring our community together to appreciate CALHOUN STREET SOUPS, SALADS & SPIRITS “CS3” the way home. Bus trip packages can be purchased at Fort Wayne, its local talent and local businesses. If you Music/Variety • 1915 S. Calhoun St., Fort Wayne • 260-456-7005 the North Clinton Street store. Get signed up before plan on attending, organizers are asking that you con- Ex p e c t : Great atmosphere, DJ Friday night, live shows, weekly drink it’s full. sider alternative means of transportation to the event. specials, private outdoor patio seating. Daily specials, full menu of Speaking of Wooden Nickel, at 3 p.m. on Satur- You can check your bike into their bike valet, boat into sandwiches, soups, salads, weekend dinner specials and appetizers. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Corner of South Calhoun Street and Masterson; day, August 29 the North Anthony location will host the boat valet, walk or carpool. Things get underway ample parking on street and lot behind building. Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-11 another in-store performance, this time featuring one that day at 6 p.m., and admission is $7 per person. p.m. Mon.-Thurs.; 11 a.m.-midnight or later Fri.-Sat.; closed Sun. of Cincinnati’s top indie rock bands, Roosevelt. If you Why not come out, enjoy some summer weather and Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, Disc, Amex like bands such as Manchester Orchestra, Brand New, support our locals? Underoath, Say Anything, Alkaline Trio, Green Day [email protected] August 13, 2015------www.whatzup.com------11 Every Tuesday NIGHTLIFE Tuesday Brews Day Latch String featuring ChAMPIONS SPORTS BAR 6527 E. State Blvd. • 260.485.1038 Every Thursday a new Craft Beer Sports Bar • 1150 S. Harrison St., Fort Wayne • 260-467-1638 $1.50 Domestic Longnecks each week Ex p e c t : High-action sports watching experience featuring 30 HD TVs, Fo r t Wa y n e ’s #1 Sp o r t s Ba r every thurs. & sat. • 10:30-2:30 $3.50 Pints & 50¢ Wings state-of-the-art sound systems and booths with private flat screen TVs. Ev e r y Da y american idol karaoke Karaoke Thursday nights. UFC Fight Nights. Great drink specials. All PPV Events on 45 TVs FRIDAY, AUGUST 14 • 10-2 Every Wednesday Varied menu to suit any palate. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Corner of Jefferson Fr i d a y , Au g u s t 14 Cornhole Blvd. and S. Harrison St., inside Courtyard by Marriott. Ho u r s : 11 Wrigley Fest PHIL’S FAMILY LIZARD featuring every sunDAY • 9-1 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-12 a.m. Fri.-Sat. Al c o h o l : Full 15th Anniversary Party People’s Brewing Co. Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, Amex, Disc, ATM yesterday’s headtrip Sa t u r d a y , Au g u s t 15 every tuesday w/$4 Specialty Checkerz Bar & Grill Wounded Warrior Benefit $2.50 Imports • $1.00 Tacos Craft Beer Pints Pub/Tavern • 1706 W. Till Rd., Fort Wayne • 260-489-0286 100 Proof (11am-1pm) Tone Junkies (1:30-3:30pm) kt & the swingset qt. Ex p e c t : Free WIFI, all sports networks on 10 TVs. Live rock every WEDNESDAY • 9pm NEW MENU!! Thursday thru Saturday. Kitchen open daily with full menu and the o n d a y s p m BS Sports Show M |7-9 fort wayne comedy 2910 Maplecrest best wings in town. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : On the corner of Lima and Till Fr i d a y s |6:30-8:30p m Billy Elvis connection roads. Ho u r s : 3 p.m.-2 a.m. Mon.-Wed., 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Thurs.-Fri., 12 Su n |Mo n |Tu e s |Wed |Fr i Karaoke Fort Wayne noon-3 a.m. Sat., 12 noon-2 a.m. Sun. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : Th u r s |Fr i |Sa t DJ Trend 3221 N. Clinton • Fort Wayne • 260-483-5526 (260) 486-0590 MC, Visa, ATM available Columbia Street WesT ------Calendar • Live Music & Comedy------Rock • 135 W. Columbia St., Fort Wayne • 260-422-5055 Ch r i s Wo r t h & Co m pa n y — R&B/vari- Re c k o n — Country at Beamer’s Sports Br i a n Le m e r t , Th e Bl a c k Do o r , Su s a n Ex p e c t : The Fort’s No. 1 rock club. Live bands every Saturday. ety at Arena Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, Grill, Fort Wayne, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 Ma e & t h e Ne w Ye s t e r d a y , Fo r t DJ Night every Friday w/ladies in free. Also visit Bourbon Street 9 p.m.-1 a.m., no cover, 557-1563 a.m., no cover, 625-1002 Wa y n e Fu n k Or c h e s t r a — Variety at Hideaway, our New Orleans-style restaurant, in the lower level of Da n Sm y t h Ba n d — Variety at Country So u l 35 — Variety at Pedal City, Fort Rock The Plaza, Downtown Branch, Heritage Winery, Laotto, 5-8 p.m., no Wayne, 7-10 p.m., no cover, 415- Allen County Public Library, Fort C-Street; open at 5 p.m. Thursday-Saturday (260-422-7500). Large cover, 637-2980 6167 Wayne, 6-10 p.m., no cover, 436- menu featuring salads, sandwiches, pizzas, grinders, Southwestern and Da n c e Pa r t y w/DJ Ri c h — Variety at Su s a n Ma e & Ne w Ye s t e r d a y — 8080 daily specials. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Downtown on The Landing. Ho u r s : Columbia Street West, Fort Wayne, Contemporary R&B/jazz at Nick’s Cap ’n Bo b — Variety at Dixie Boat’s Open 4 p.m.-3 a.m. Mon.-Sat. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, 10:30 p.m., cover, 422-5055 Martini & Wine Bar, Fort Wayne, Sunset & Moonlight Cruise, North Disc, Amex Da n n y Br o w n i n g w/Gab e Ke a — 8-11 p.m., no cover, 482-6425 Webster, 9 p.m., $7, 800-940-2035 Comedy at Snickerz Comedy Bar, To d d Ha r r o l d Ba n d — R&B/blues at Ch r i s Wo r t h & Co m pa n y — R&B/vari- CURLY’S VILLAGE INN Fort Wayne, 7:30 & 9:45 p.m., $9.50, Club Soda, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m.-12 ety at Club Paradise, Angola, 10 Pub/Tavern • 4205 Bluffton Rd., Fort Wayne • 260-747-9964 486-0216 a.m., no cover, 426-3442 p.m., $5, 833-7082 Expect: Du b t o n i c Kr u w/U.R.B. — Hip-hop/ Wy n o n n a & t h e Big No i s e — Country Da l l a s & Do u g Sh o w — Variety at Beautiful deck with seating overlooking Saint Marys River. Family funk at 4D’s Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, at T. Furth Center, Trine University, Country Heritage Winery, Laotto, 5 owned since 1969. Karaoke every Friday & Saturday, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Voted 10 p.m.-2 a.m., $5, 490-6488 Angola, 8 p.m., $55-$90, 665-4990 p.m., no cover, 637-2980 Fort Wayne’s Best Onion Rings in 2011! Daily food and soup specials Finding Fr i d a y — Variety at Deer Park Yo u m i n u s m e — Rock at O’Sullivan’s, Da n Sm y t h Ba n d — Acoustic at Lake made from scratch. Getting There: Corner of Bluffton and Engle roads, in Irish Pub, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m.-12 Fort Wayne, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., no George Retreat, Fremont, 8-11 p.m., Waynedale. Hours: Open 1 p.m.-3 a.m. Mon.-Sat., 1-9 p.m. Sun. Kitchen a.m., no cover, 432-8966 cover, 422-5896 no cover, 833-2266 open at 5 p.m. daily. Alcohol: Full Service Pmt.: MC, Visa. Disc. Amex Jo e St ab e l l i — Jazz at Don Hall’s Gas Da n n y Br o w n i n g w/Gab e Ke a — House, Fort Wayne, 5:45-9 p.m., no Comedy at Snickerz Comedy Bar, DEER PARK PUB cover, 426-3411 Saturday, August 15 Fort Wayne, 7:30 & 9:45 p.m., $9.50, JP Ha r r i s & t h e To u g h Ch o i c e s w/ 486-0216 Eclectic • 1530 Leesburg Rd., Fort Wayne • 260-432-8966 10 Ye a r Re i g n — Rock/variety at 4D’s Ro u s t ab o u t — Country at Botanical DJ Ri c h — Variety at Columbia Street Ex p e c t : Home to Dancioke, 12 craft beer lines, 75 domestic and Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, 10 p.m.-2 Conservatory, Fort Wayne, 8:30 a.m., no cover, 490-6488 West, Fort Wayne, 10 p.m., $5, imported beers, assorted wines, St. Pat’s Parade, keg toss, Irish snug p.m., $6, 427-6440 422-5055 1964 t h e Tr i b u t e — Beatles tribute and USF students. Friday/Saturday live music, holiday specials. La u g h Ou t Yo u r Pa i n Co m e d y To u r — at Honeywell Center, Wabash, 7:30 DJ Tr e n d — Variety at Wrigley Field Outdoor beer garden. www.deerparkpub.com. Wi-Fi hotspot. Finger Feat. Michael Blackson, Red Grant, p.m., $18-$25, 563-1102 Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, 10 p.m., no Luenell at Embassy Theatre, Fort cover, 485-1038 food, tacos every Tuesday. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Corner of Leesburg and Ac t u a l Si z e — Rock at Hamilton Wayne, 8 p.m., $31-$53, 424-5665 Gr a t e f u l Gr o o v e — Grateful Dead trib- Spring, across from UFS. Ho u r s : 2 p.m.-1 a.m. Mon.-Thurs., noon-2 House, Hamilton, 5-9 p.m., no cover, Ma n t r a Ka r a o k e w/Jak e — Variety 488-3344 ute at Corner Pocket, Fort Wayne, 9 a.m. Fri.-Sat., 1-10 p.m. Sun. Al c o h o l : Beer & Wine; Pm t : MC, Visa, at Wrigley Field Bar & Grill, Fort p.m.-1 a.m., no cover, 492-7665 Af t e r Sc h o o l Sp e c i a l — Rock at Disc h e a s k e l l s Wayne, 7-11 p.m., no cover, 485- O’Sullivan’s, Fort Wayne, 10 p.m.-1 T H ’ — Oldies at Mad Anthony DICKY’S 21 TAPS 1038 a.m., no cover, 422-5896 Lakeview Ale House, Angola, 8-11 Ma r y Bu r r i s & Do u g Ei c h e r — Variety p.m., no cover, 833-2537 Am e r i c a n Id o l Ka r a o k e w/Sc o t t — Pub/Tavern • 2910 Maplecrest Rd., Fort Wayne • 260-486-0590 at Cupbearer Café, Auburn, 7-9 Karaoke at Latch String, Fort Wayne, J Ta y l o r s — Variety at Taste of Ex p e c t : Family-friendly, laid back atmosphere; Great tunes; Large p.m., free, 920-8734 10:30 p.m., no cover, 483-5526 Roanoke, Roanoke, 5-8 p.m., no Mo t o r f o l k e r s w/Je f f & Gr e g — Variety cover, 359-8687 selection of beers; Beautiful patio; Cornhole on Wednesdays. Brand Ba c k t r a c k — Rock/variety at Taps at Venice Restaurant, Fort Wayne, Ja m e s a n d t h e D r i f t e r s w/Trichotomous new menu! Daily lunch specials under $8. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : 2 blocks Pub, Avilla, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., no cover, 6:30-9:30 p.m., $1, 482-1618 Hi pp o p o t a m u s , Lo s t Lak e s , Th e o u r s 897-3331 north of State St. on Maplecrest at Georgetown. H : 11 a.m.-10 Pa t & Fa y e — Variety at Taps Pub, De a d Re c o r d s , J Tu bb s , He a v e n ’s Be a u t y Sl ap w/Iv o r y We s t — Variety at p.m. Sun.-Mon., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Tue.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-12 midnight Avilla, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., no cover, 897- Ga t e w a y Dr u g s — Bands on the Two EE’s Winery, Huntington, 6-10 Banks at Fort Wayne Outfitters and Sun. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : MC, Amex, Visa, Disc 3331 p.m., no cover, 672-2000 Ph i l’s Fa m i l y Li z a r d — Rock at Latch Bike Depot, Fort Wayne, 6 p.m., $7, DUPONT BAR & grill String Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, 10 420-3962 Sports Bar • 10336 Leo Rd., Fort Wayne • 260-483-1311 p.m., no cover, 483-5526 Ja s o n Pa u l — Acoustic variety at Ex p e c t : Great daily drink specials, 3 pool tables, NFL Ticket, 16’x10’ Pr i m e Ti m e — Variety at Don Hall’s American Legion 499, Fort Wayne, 8-11 p.m., no cover, 483-1368 Megatron, three 6’x4’ Minitrons, 12 flat screen TVs, Shut Up and Guesthouse, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m.-12 a.m., no cover, 489-2524 Sing Karaoke w/Mike Campbell every Wednesday at 8 p.m.; live music every Friday & Saturday. $6.99 daily lunch specials; 50¢ wings Wednesdays; Fishy Fridays w/$10 Fish Bowls & $6.99 Fish Tacos. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : North of Fort Wayne at Leo Crossing (Dupont & WEDNESDAYS FRIDAY-SATURDAY, AUG. 14-15 • 10pm Clinton). Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Mon.-Sat.; 11 a.m.-12 midnight Sun. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, Amex FIREFLY COFFEE HOUSE Coffeehouse • 3523 N. Anthony Blvd., Fort Wayne • 260-373-0505 $2 DRAFTS dance Ex p e c t : Peaceful, comfortable atmosphere; live music on Friday & Saturday, 5-6:30 p.m.; local artists featured monthly; outdoor seating. Free wireless Internet. Great coffee, teas, smoothies; fresh-baked items; light lunches and soups. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Corner of North Anthony & KARAOKE party Blvd. and St. Joe River Drive. Ho u r s : 6:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Fri.; 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat.; 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. Al c o h o l : None; Pm t : MC, Visa, Disc, Amex w/JOSH w/dj rich FIND OUT HOW A WHATZUP NIGHTLIFE LISTING On the Landing • 135 W. Columbia St. CAN GET YOU NEW CUSTOMERS & MORE BUSINESS. fort Wayne • 260-422-5055 CALL 260.691.3188 FOR MORE INFORMATION. www.columbiastreetwest.com 12------www.whatzup.com------August 13, 2015 Every Monday & Wednesday Th u r s d a y , Au g . 13 • 9p m • $5 • 18+ 50¢ Jo u n c e , Wings Live Music Nightly Me t a v a r i & Upcoming Events Including Boneless | 5pm-Close Thursday, August 13 Voted #1 at 2014 Black Cat Mambo e a t l o w e r s Fort Wayne WingFest Friday, August 14 M F Susan Mae & New Yesterday Fr i d a y , Au g . 21 • 6:30p m • Al l Ag e s Kenny Aronoff Hours: $ 10am-12am M-Th., Saturday, August 15 Master Class - 75 10am-3am Fri. Last Call Th e Distractions 12pm-3am Sat., August 18 • 6:30–8:30PM 12:30-8pm Sun. No Cover•Patio Seating While performing and East State, next to Rib Room. 820 Spring Street, Fort Wayne demonstrating his powerful 260.426.1088 www.nickswinebar.com playing style, drummer Kenny Arono will discuss the four ------Calendar • Live Music & Comedy------concepts of drumming that Nicks_1/20ad_Aug12-due Aug4.indd 1 8/4/15 10:37 AM Ja s o n Pa u l & Da v i d Wo l f — Variety Sunday, August 16 Tuesday, August 18 apply to all styles of music. at Cassie’s Ride Benefit, Beamer’s Sports Grill, Fort Wayne, 1-5 p.m., 2 He a d e d Ch i c k e n — Variety at Phoenix, Am e r i c a n Id o l Ka r a o k e — Karaoke no cover, 625-1002 Fort Wayne, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., no at Nick’s Martini & Wine Bar, Fort Jo e Ju s t i c e — Variety at Pie Eyed cover, 387-6571 Wayne, 8-11 p.m., no cover, 482- Petey’s, Leesburg, 8 p.m.-12 a.m., Hu b i e As h c r a f t w/Ad a m St r a c k — 6425 FREE! Kenny Aronoff Clinic no cover, 574-453-9741 Country at Saloman Farm Park, Fort Ch r i s Wo r t h — Variety at Club Jo e St ab e l l i — Jazz at Don Hall’s Gas Wayne, 4-7 p.m., $5, 427-6790 Paradise, Angola, 7 p.m., no cover, August 19 • 7–8:30PM House, Fort Wayne, 5:45-9 p.m., no Ma n t r a Ka r a o k e w/Jak e — at Wrigley 833-7082 cover, 426-3411 Field Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, 10 Di x o n & McRa e — Variety at Wine Come to Sweetwater and La s t Ca l l — R&B/variety at Nick’s p.m., no cover, 485-1038 Down Tastings & Tapas, Fort Wayne, join acclaimed drummer, Martini & Wine Bar, Fort Wayne, 9 Me t a v a r i , Ov e r l y Po l i t e To r n a d o e s , 7-9 p.m., no cover, 755-1019 p.m.-12 a.m., no cover, 482-6425 Je s s Th r o w e r — Variety at Calhoun KT & t h e Sw i n g s e t Qu a r t e t — Blues at session musician, and sideman Ma r t i n i Af f a i r — Variety at Bar 145, Street Soups, Salads & Spirits, Fort Latch String, Fort Wayne, 10 p.m.-2 Fort Wayne, 10 p.m., no cover, 209- Wayne, 9 p.m., $6, 456-7005 a.m., no cover, 483-5526 extraordinaire Kenny Arono 2117 Ol d Cr o w n Br a s s Ba n d — Brass at Ma n t r a Ka r a o k e w/Jak e — Variety at for an unforgettable evening of Mi s s i s s i pp i He a t — Blues at Phoenix, Kehoe Park, Bluffton, 7 p.m., free, Wrigley Field Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m., $7, 387-6571 824-1520 10 p.m., no cover, 485-1038 insight and entertainment. Pr i m e Ti m e — Variety at Don Hall’s Pr e s s t h e Gl a s s — Rock at Hanger Op e n Mic — Hosted by Dan Smyth at Guesthouse, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m.-12 59, Huntington, 4 p.m., no cover, The Green Frog Inn, Fort Wayne, a.m., no cover, 489-2524 358-0055 8-11 p.m., no cover, 426-1088 Rapap u t y Ba n d — Contemporary Th e o r y o f a De a d m a n — Rock at Piere’s Christian at Cupbearer Café, Auburn, Entertainment Center, Fort Wayne, 8 7-9 p.m., free, 920-8734 p.m., $17-$23, 486-1979 Wednesday, August 19 Re c k o n — Country at Beamer’s Sports e s t e r d a y s e a d t r i p Y ’ H — Variety at Ad a m St r a c k — Acoustic at Red Rok, with Grill, Fort Wayne, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 Latch String, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m.-1 Fort Wayne, 6-9 p.m., no cover, the a.m., no cover, 625-1002 a.m., no cover, 483-5526 Mixing 755-6745 Re n e g a d e — Country at Duff’s Bar, Am e r i c a n Id o l Ka r a o k e w/Jo s h — Columbia City, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., no Monday, August 17 Karaoke at Columbia Street West, cover, 244-6978 Fort Wayne, 9:30 p.m., no cover, To d d Ha r r o l d Ba n d — R&B/blues WORKSHOP SERIES Am e r i c a n Id o l Ka r a o k e — Karaoke at 422-5055 at Mad Anthony Brewing Co., Fort Latch String, Fort Wayne, 10 p.m., Ch r i s Wo r t h — Variety at Acme, Fort $ Wayne, 8-11 p.m., no cover, 426- no cover, 483-5526 Wayne, 8-10 p.m., no cover, 480- 995* 2537 D—J Variety at O’Reilly’s Irish Bar & 2264 To m Co s t o n z o Tr i o — Jazz/variety at Restaurant, Fort Wayne, 11 p.m., no Cl a i r e Co o p e r — Variety at Bar 145, Club Soda, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m.-12 cover, 267-9679 Fort Wayne, 7 p.m., no cover, 209- Mixing with the Pros • Ross Hogarth a.m., no cover, 426-3442 G-Mo n e y Ba n d — Open jam at Nick’s 2117 To n e Ju n k i e s — Rock at Wrigley Field Martini & Wine Bar, Fort Wayne, Fo r t Wa y n e Co m e d y Co n n e c t i o n — August 22 • 9AM–6PM Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, 1:30-3:30 7-10 p.m., no cover, 482-6425 Comedy at Latch String Bar & Grill, p.m., cover, 485-1038 Come to Sweetwater for the opportunity to learn the art of Ma n t r a Ka r a o k e w/Jak e — Variety at Fort Wayne, 9 p.m., no cover, 483- UpSh o t t w/DRIIFTA, DJ Ba r r r y Wrigley Field Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, 5526 mixing from 2-time Grammy award winner, Ross Hogarth. 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August 13, 2015------www.whatzup.com------13 ------Calendar • Live Music & Comedy------NIGHTLIFE Ka r a o k e w/Bu c c a — Variety at Wrigley Mi k e Mo w r y — Rock/variety at Da n Sm y t h Ba n d — Variety at Corner Field Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, 10 Beamer’s Sports Grill, Fort Wayne, Pocket, Fort Wayne, 8 p.m.-12 a.m., GREEN FROG INN p.m., no cover, 485-1038 7-10 p.m., no cover, 625-1002 no cover, 492-7665 Pubs & Taverns • 820 Spring St., Fort Wayne • 260-426-1088 Le e Le w i s & t h e Al l s t a r s — Variety Op e n Mic Ni g h t — Hosted by Mike Da n c e Pa r t y w/DJ Ri c h — Variety at at Nick’s Martini & Wine Bar, Fort Conley at Mad Anthony Brewing Co., Columbia Street West, Fort Wayne, x p e c t E : Great atmosphere at one of Fort Wayne’s true landmarks. Wayne, 8-11 p.m., no cover, 482- Fort Wayne, 8:30-11 p.m., no cover, 10:30 p.m., cover, 422-5055 Great food, great drinks and great friends. Wing Fest Grand Champion 6425 426-2537 De e Be e s — Variety at Acme, Fort wings every Monday and Wednesday for just 50¢ apiece. Ge t t i n g Pa t & Fa y e — Variety at 4D’s Bar & Op e n St a g e Ja m — Hosted by Pop ‘n’ Wayne, 9-11 p.m., no cover, 480- Th e r e : Just north of downtown at the corner of Spring and Sherman. Grill, Fort Wayne, 7-10:30 p.m., no Fresh at Office Tavern, Fort Wayne, 2264 Ho u r s : Open 10 a.m.-12 a.m. Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-3 a.m. Fri., 12 cover, 490-6488 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., no cover, 478- Di s t r a c t i o n s — Acoustic at Calhoun 5827 p.m.-3 a.m. Sat. and 12:30-8 p.m. Sun. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : Po p Ev i l w/Ar a n d a , Re d Su n Ri s i n g Street Soups, Salads & Spirits, Fort — Rock at Piere’s Entertainment Pa t & Fa y e — Acoustic variety at Dupont Wayne, 6:30 p.m., no cover, 456- MC, Visa, Amex, Disc Center, Fort Wayne, 8 p.m., $9.89- Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, 6:30-8:30 7005 LATCH STRING BAR & GRILL $15, 486-1979 p.m., no cover, 483-1311 Di x o n & McRa e — Acoustic at Venice Qu i n c y Sa n d e r s Qu a r t e t — Jazz/funk Ro n Ru m ba u g h — Solo piano at Club Restaurant, Fort Wayne, 6:30-9:30 Pubs & Taverns • 3221 N. Clinton St., Fort Wayne • 260-483-5526 at Wine Down Tastings & Tapas, Soda, Fort Wayne, 6:30-9:30 p.m., p.m., $1, 482-1618 Ex p e c t : Fun, friendly, rustic atmosphere. Daily drink specials. Fort Wayne, 7-9 p.m., no cover, no cover, 426-3442 Ho t l i n e — Variety at Beamer’s Sports Mondays, $5 pitchers; Tuesdays, $2.50 import bottles & $1 tacos; 755-1019 Sh a d e Jo n z e — Classic rock at One Grill, Fort Wayne, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 Wednesdays, $2 wells and 50¢ bone-in wings; Sundays, $2.50 bloody Sh u t Up & Si n g w/Mi c h a e l Ca m pb e l l — Summit Square, Fort Wayne, 11:30 a.m., no cover, 625-1002 Marys. Live bands Friday, Sunday, & Tuesday; comedy improv/open Karaoke at Dupont Bar & Grill, Fort a.m.-1:30 p.m., free, 420-3266 Is l a n d Vi b e — Variety at Club Paradise, Wayne, 8 p.m., no cover, 483-1311 Sh u t Up & Si n g w/Mi c h a e l Ca m pb e l l — Angola, 7:30 p.m., no cover, 833- mic Wednesday; karaoke Monday, Thursday & Saturday. No cover. Karaoke at North Star, Fort Wayne, 8 7082 e t t i n g h e r e G T : Where Clinton and Lima roads meet, next to Budget p.m., no cover, 471-3798 Ja m i e Si m o n Tr i o — Jazz/blues at Club Rental. Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Mon.-Sat., 12 noon-12:30 a.m. Sun. Thursday, August 20 Un l i k e l y Al i b i w/Th e Sn a i l s , Ci r c l e Soda, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m.-12 a.m., l c o h o l m t i t y e a c o n s A : Full Service; P : MC, Visa Ad a m St r a c k — Acoustic at El Azteca, C D — Ska/reggae at no cover, 426-3442 Mad Anthony Brewing cOMPANY Fort Wayne, 7-10 p.m., no cover, Brass Rail, Fort Wayne, 10 p.m., Jo e St ab e l l i — Jazz at Don Hall’s Gas 482-2172 cover, 267-5303 House, Fort Wayne, 5:45-9 p.m., no Brew Pub/Micro Brewery • 2002 S. Broadway, Fort Wayne • 260-426-2537 Am e r i c a n Id o l Ka r a o k e w/Da v e — cover, 426-3411 Ex p e c t : Ten beers freshly hand-crafted on premises and the eclectic Karaoke at Latch String, Fort Wayne, Friday, August 21 Ka t Bo w s e r — Variety at Don Hall’s madness of Munchie Emporium. 4-1/2 star menu, ‘One of the best 10:30 p.m., no cover, 483-5526 Guesthouse, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m.- 12:30 a.m., no cover, 489-2524 pizzas in America,’ large vegetarian menu. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Just south- Br i a n Ro o k & Mi c h a e l D — Variety at 2 Be f o r e No o n — Jazz at Dash-In, Fort The Green Frog Inn, Fort Wayne, Wayne, 9 p.m., no cover, 423-3595 Ki c kba c k s — Rock at O’Sullivan’s, Fort west of downtown Fort Wayne at Taylor & Broadway. Ho u r s : Usually 9-11 p.m., no cover, 426-1088 Am e r i c a n Id o l Ka r a o k e — at The Wayne, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., no cover, l c o h o l m t 11 a.m.-1 a.m. A : Full Service; P : MC, Visa, Disc Bu c c a Ka r a o k e w/Bu c c a — Karaoke at Green Frog Inn, Fort Wayne, 9:30 422-5896 NICK’S MARTINI & WINE BAR Deer Park Irish Pub, Fort Wayne, 10 p.m., no cover, 426-1088 Ki l l t h e Rabb i t — Rock at Traxside Bar p.m., no cover, 432-8966 Big Ca d d y Da d d y — Rock/variety at & Grill, Garrett, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., no Dining & Music • 1227 E. State Blvd., Fort Wayne • 260-482-6425 Ch r i s Wo r t h & Co m pa n y — R&B/vari- The Venue, Angola, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., cover, 357-4287 Ex p e c t : Specialty martinis, craft beers and cocktails served up in a ety at AJ’s Bar and Grill, Fort Wayne, $5, 665-3922 Ma n t r a Ka r a o k e w/Jak e — Variety at Wrigley Field Bar & Grill, Fort classic martini lounge with live music nightly. Serving a variety of 7-10 p.m., no cover, 434-1980 Bl a c k Do o r — Rock/variety at Latch Wayne, 7-11 p.m., no cover, 485- small plate appetizers with weekly featured tapas plates and drink spe- DJ Tr e n d — Variety at Wrigley Field String Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, 10 Bar & Grill, Fort Wayne, 10 p.m., no p.m., no cover, 483-5526 1038 cials. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : One block east of Crescent on State Blvd., next i k e t a n k i e w i c z w a t r i n a r o w n cover, 485-1038 Br a t Pa c k — Rat pack at Nick’s Martini M S /K B — Ho u r s : Al c o h o l : to the Rib Room. Open at 4 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Th e Ha m b r i c k s — Variety at Nick’s & Wine Bar, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m.-12 Comedy at Snickerz Comedy Bar, Full Service; Pm t .: MC, Visa, Disc, Amex Martini & Wine Bar, Fort Wayne, a.m., no cover, 482-6425 Fort Wayne, 7:30 & 9:45 p.m., $9.50, 486-0216 8-11 p.m., no cover, 482-6425 Bu c k w h e a t Zy d e c o w/Ec l i p s e — O’REILLY’S IRISH BAR & RESTAURANT o r t h o r t d Je f f McDo n a l d — Variety at Don Hall’s Zydeco at Botanical Conservatory, N P R . — Country at 4D’s Bar Irish & Sports Bar • 301 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne • 260-267-9679 Guesthouse, Fort Wayne, 7-10 p.m., Fort Wayne, 8:30 p.m., $6, 427- & Grill, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Ex p e c t : Friendly, welcoming, extremely accommodating atmosphere no cover, 489-2524 6440 $5, 490-6488 St r i n g Th e o r y — Variety at Deer Park & staff. Come watch sports on any of our 12 flat screen TVs. Kid Ma r k Ga r r — Acoustic variety at Bar Cap ’n Bo b — Variety at Charley Creek 145, Fort Wayne, 7 p.m., no cover, Inn, Wabash, 8 p.m., no cover, 563- Irish Pub, Fort Wayne, 9 p.m.-12 friendly until 10 p.m. DJ 10 p.m.-3 a.m. Mondays; trivia at 7:30 p.m. a.m., no cover, 432-8966 Thursdays; live music every Saturday. Wide variety of dishes including 209-2117 0111 Irish specialties; vegetarian options and catering available. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Inside the Harrison Building downtown between Fairfield and Webster. Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-3 a.m. Sat.-Sun. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t .: MC, Visa, Disc, Amex, ATM whatzup PERFORMERS DIRECTORY SNICKERZ COMEDY BAR ACOUSTIC VARIETY ORIGINAL ROCK Comedy • 5535 St. Joe Rd., Fort Wayne • 260-486-0216 Adam Strack...... 260-418-2070 FM90...... 765-606-5550 Ex p e c t : One of the nation’s premiere comedy clubs with the brightest Jon Durnell...... 260-797-2980 PRAISE & WORSHIP comics in America every Friday & Saturday night. Sandwiches, chick- Mike Conley...... 260-750-9758 Jacobs Well...... 260-479-0423 en strips, fish planks, nachos, wings & more. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : In front Richard Caudle...... 317-319-6132 ROCK of Piere’s. 2.5 miles east of Exit 112A off I-69. Ho u r s : Showtimes BLUES 80D...... 260-519-1946 are 7:30 & 9:45 p.m. Fri. and Sat. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t .: MC, Big Daddy Dupree and the Broke Big Caddy Daddy...... 260-925-9562 Visa, Disc, Amex & Hungry Blues Band...... 708-790-0538 Juke Joint Jive...... 260-403-4195 STATE GRILL CLASSIC ROCK & COUNTRY The Rescue Plan...... 260-750-9500 Pub/Tavern • 1210 E. State Blvd., Fort Wayne • 260-483-5618 The Joel Young Band...... 260-414-4983 ROCK & BLUES Ex p e c t : 1st Tavern to pour beer after Prohibition; located in a fun and CLASSIC ROCK & pop Dirty Comp’ny...... 260-431-5048 friendly neighborhood; home of the XKE Cranials & most dangerous What About Joe...... 260-255-0306 Mr. Grumpy’s Revenge...... 260-701-9709 jukebox. Daily drink specials include $2 Tall Boy PBR all day, every- CLASSICAL Walkin’ Papers...... 260-445-6390 day, great craft beer selection. Golden Tee. Free WIFI. Friendly staff: The Jaenicke Consort Inc...... 260-426-9096 ROCK & VARIETY Jonesy, Theresa and Andy. Riverbend Pizza. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Corner COUNTRY & country rock The DeeBees...... 260-579-6852 of State and Crescent. Ho u r s : 3 p.m.-3 a.m. Mon., 1 p.m.-3 a.m. BackWater...... 260-494-5364 ROCK N’ ROLL Tues.-Fri., noon-3 a.m. Sat., noon-1 a.m. Sun. Al c o h o l : Full Service; funk Biff and The Cruisers...... 260-417-5495 Pm t .: Cash only; ATM on site Big Dick & The Penetrators...... 260-415-6955 standards WRIGLEY FIELD BAR & GRILL horn band Cap’n Bob...... 800-940-2035 Sports Bar • 6527 E. State Blvd., Fort Wayne • 260-485-1038 Tim Harrington Band...... 765-479-4005 Pan Man Dan...... 260-232-3588 Ex p e c t : Fort Wayne’s No. 1 Sports Bar. BS Sports Show, Mon., 7-9 INDIE ROCK TROP ROCK & CLASSIC ROCK p.m.; Billy Elvis, Fri., 6:30-8:30 p.m.; Karaoke, Sun.-Wed., 10 p.m.; James and the Drifters...... 717-552-5240 Party Boat Band...... 260-438-3710 DJ Trend, Thurs.-Sat., 10 p.m.; live bands; all PPV events on 45 TVs. KARAOKE/DJ variety Full menu; 49¢ wings (including boneless), Tues. & Thurs, 4 p.m., Sidecar Gary’s Karaoke/DJ...... 260-343-8076 Big Money and the Spare Change...... 260-515-3868 dine-in only; lunch and dinner salad bar buffet, Mon.-Fri. Ge t t i n g OLDIES ROCK Dueling Keyboard Boys (Paul New Stewart).260-440-9918 Th e r e : At Maplecrest and State, east on State, left at first stoplight. The Bulldogs...... 260-357-3694 Elephants in Mud...... 260-413-4581 Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Mon.-Sun. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, Disc, Amex, ATM on site. ORIGINAL & COVER ROCK Night to Remember...... 260-797-2980 Kill The Rabbit...... 260-223-2381 or 419-771-9127 Triple Play...... 520-909-5321 FIND OUT HOW A WHATZUP NIGHTLIFE LISTING ORIGINAL ACOUSTIC Who Dat (Paul New Stewart)...... 260-440-9918 Dan Dickerson’s Harp Condition...... 260-704-2511 For more information on these performers, or to sign your CAN GET YOU NEW CUSTOMERS & MORE BUSINESS. 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14------www.whatzup.com------August 13, 2015 HAPPY TOGETHER TOUR - From Page 4 and “Arizona” (Mark Lindsay) and of course “Happy The Phlorescent Leech and Eddie. Later, contractually Together,” “Eleanor” and “She’d Rather Be With Me,” unable to use the Turtles name, they launched a new which he and Kaylan perform as the Turtles. Volman career as Flo & Eddie, making another turn in their is perhaps too modest when evaluating their contribu- remarkable story. From that point, pop music, rock tions to the lineup. music and even comedy were all part of their reper- Full Craft Bar featuring “When you listen to some of these songs, our toire, and they added scoring to their resume, provid- House Cocktails & Spirits songs pale in comparison. I would love to have made ing music to the children’s programming (Strawberry a record like ‘Never My Love.’ And the Grass Roots Shortcake and The Care Bears) while working with Open for Lunch Tuesdays • 7:30 p.m. and ‘Temptation Eyes’ … you know, we turned down everyone from T. Rex to Bruce Springsteen. Amaz- 11am-2pm Monday-Friday TUESDAY TRIVIA Thirsty Thursday • 10pm • No Cover that song because we didn’t feel like it was right for ingly, both are now only 68, which makes their half- Flatbreads, Sandwiches, Salads & More Dinner Hours start at 4pm KARAOKE us. Then we heard the Grass Roots version when it century in the business even more noteworthy, but Sunday Funday started turning up on the radio and it made us so mad. Volman remembers fondly their feelings when they Monday-Saturday BREAKFAST/BRUNCH We hear it and think ‘Oh [crap].’” first broke onto the charts. Live Music on the Patio OPEN AT 10AM Of course, he does admit that the enduring “Hap- “You always remember that first hit single, and Visit website for info Family friendly patio now open py Together” has put them on the map for all eternity when Howard and I were first with the Turtles and 301 W. Jefferson, Fort Wayne – and continues to earn new fans on a daily basis, es- heard our first song on the radio, it was a tremendous 301 W. Je f f e r s o n , St e 100, Fo r t Wa y n e Inside the Harrison at Parkview Field 260.267.9679 pecially this summer with its inclusion in the hit film rush. Then there was anxiety – when will they play www .w i n e d o w n f w .c o m Minions. it again? All of the artists on this tour were doing the “The last thing played when everybody dies will same thing. We’d wait to hear our songs on the radio, be that song,” says Volman. “I was talking to a friend but we also waited to hear what the other groups were NIGHTLIFE the other day, and he said ‘Do you realize that Minions doing. We wanted to make sure we were keeping up has made $790 million in its first two weekends? And with them.” do you realize that means 300 million kids between When asked if he and Kaylan ever imagined KOSCIUSKO COUNTY the ages of two and four have just heard ‘Happy To- they’d still be singing “Happy Together” and the cata- MAD ANTHONY lake city TAP HOUSE gether’ for the first time?’ But you know, if a song like log of the Turtles – and doing so alongside some of that – or any of the songs on this tour which is just the other great groups of that era – his response is both Music/Rock • 113 E. Center St., Warsaw • 574-268-2537 Ex p e c t : overwrought with great melodies – turns a three-year- self-deprecating and refreshingly optimistic. The eclectic madness of the original combined with hand- crafted Mad Anthony ales and lagers. Carry-out handcrafted brews old onto music, that’s a great thing. “The tour is a remarkable testimony to all our available. Live music on Saturdays. The same 4-1/2 star menu, includ- “The years this tour covers, between 1967 and medical doctors. But Howard and I never really ing one of the best pizzas in America and a large vegetarian menu. 1969, those two years were a formidable time in thought about it because we were so busy doing it. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : From U.S. 30, turn southwest on E. Center St.; go 2 music. We’d already had the British Invasion, and Things changed so fast back then, and we were all miles. Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.-Thurs.; 11 a.m.-12:30 a.m. Fri.- the Beatles and Rolling Stones had already changed so naïve. Howard and I never thought it would end. Sat.; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. Al c o h o l : Full-Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, everything, and those years were the result of all of But then when it did, we didn’t think it would hap- Disc that. And some groups going into the 70s – groups like pen again. We were lucky we got to work with some Poco, Firefall, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young – were eclectic, creative individuals and carved out a very DEKALB COUNTY still doing those harmonies.” interesting career for ourselves. And now we look at Volman and Kaylan have had a long history in and our audiences and see parents and grandparents and MAD ANTHONY TAP ROOM out of the Turtles, and Volman concedes it’s been a kids all listening to this music from the 1960s, wear- Music/Rock • 114 N. Main St., Auburn • 260-927-0500 wildly diverse ride. Having scored those hits with the ing their tie-dye shirts, you realize ‘This is good. This Ex p e c t : The eclectic madness of the original combined with hand- Turtles, the pair left the group and worked with Frank music makes people happy, and the kids like it too. crafted Mad Anthony ales and lagers. The same 4-1/2 star menu, Zappa’s Mothers of Invention under the pseudonyms This is a good thing.’” including one of the best pizzas in America and a large vegetarian menu. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : Take I-69 to State Rd. 8 (Auburn exit); down- town, just north of courthouse. Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-12 a.m. Sun.-Thurs.; 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Fri.-Sat. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : MC, Visa, Disc SPINS - From Page 10 STEUBEN COUNTY songs seem like they came from a band and not just lime “The Less I Know the Better.” For me, this song Kevin Parker. Currents marks the point in Parker’s epitomizes a childhood of sitting in the backseat of jimmy’s on james musical career where he gives into the idea that he’s my mom and dad’s 1984 Honda Accord, rides being Pub/Tavern • 3885 N. 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Sure, a perfect a pop track as they come. broken heart always helps things along too. This is his “Disciples” comes in and out of the speakers in MAD ANTHONY’S LAKEVIEW ALE HOUSE skewered pop epic. Currents is a classic pop record. A less than two minutes, but it’s classic a classic psych Eclectic • 4080 N 300 W, Angola • 260-833-2537 classic rock record. It’s just a classic. rock guitar track. “Cause I’m a Man” is a skewed slow Ex p e c t : Twelve handcrafted beers on tap; also featuring Indiana The songs? “Let It Happen” is a nearly eight-min- jam. THC-fueled R&B. “Reality In Motion” sounds craft beers and local wines. Patio with seating for 100; 7 dock slips; ute kinetic, anxiety-soaked dance track that pulsates like something Parker may have penned for Melody 150-seat banquet facility. 4-1/2 star menu, including famous gourmet Ge t t i n g Th e r e : urgency and the vibe of “when it happens, let it hap- Prochet but decided to keep it for himself. “New Per- pizza, unique eats and vegetarian fare. Located on beautiful Lake James above Bledsoe’s Beach. Ho u r s : 11 a.m.-11 p.m. pen.” There seem to be a million things happening in son, Same Old Mistakes” feels like a mantra put to Sun.-Thurs.; 11 a.m.-midnight or later Fri.-Sat. Al c o h o l : Full Service; this song, yet it never feels over-indulgent. It seems to stark pop bliss. Its slow, loping drum beat and intri- Pm t : MC, Visa, Disc encapsulate everything about Tame Impala that I’ve cately placed musical Easter eggs make for some great grown to love about them (or him.) “The Moment” headphone listening. THE VENUE could be a B-side from Thriller. I could so completely Currents does something quite fantastical in that Music/Variety • 110 W. Maumee St., Angola • 260-655-3922 hear Michael Jackson singing this great track. All the it takes the uncool and makes it cool again. Those Ex p e c t : Great entertainment, live music and dancing. Second story studio trickery with delays, echoes and ethereal synths cheesy electric piano sounds you heard in Richard balcony overlooking stage. Exposed brick topped with vintage instru- are here, but Parker’s voice is much more in the center Marx songs in the mid-80s? Well they’re not cheesy ments and music themed art. Menu items include subs, appetizers, and pulled up for us to hear. It’s a much more clear- anymore. Kevin Parker takes the uncool and makes famous Coney dogs, pizza, wraps. Ge t t i n g Th e r e : From I-69, take eyed approach to a Tame Impala tune that we haven’t it vital. Currents is a pop record from another dimen- Exit 348 east 3 miles, west of The Mound downtown. Ho u r s : 11 heard before. “Yes I’m Changing” is pretty much an sion. A dimension where Kevin Parker co-wrote “Bil- a.m.-1 a.m. Mon.-Wed., 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Thurs., 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Fri., 12 all out ballad, a song about coming to grips with the lie Jean” with Michael Jackson and smoked up with noon-3 a.m. Sat., 12 noon-8 p.m. Sun. Al c o h o l : Full Service; Pm t : idea we don’t always stay the same. People grow apart Alan Parsons. It’s one of the best records of the year. MC, Visa, Disc and that’s that. Parker has tinkered with sentiment be- (John Hubner) fore, but here he’s embracing it completely. “Eventu- Send two copies of new CD releases to 2305 E. FIND OUT HOW A WHATZUP NIGHTLIFE LISTING ally” has an “It Feels Like We Only Go Backwards” Esterline Rd., Columbia City, IN 46725. 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The good news is that there is a Spice CHRIS HUPE 1964 the Tribute Oct. 23 Connor Palace Cleveland Girls reunion planned for next year as well 1964 the Tribute Dec. 5 Lafayette Theater Lafayette as a musical based on the career of Aussie rockers INXS. That should give us enough hope 4th Day Echo Aug. 22 Bar 145 Fort Wayne 4th Day Echo Oct. 2 Bar 145 Fort Wayne for the future to be able to carry on with our work. 4th Day Echo Nov. 7 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Fresh off the Mayhem Festival, King Diamond will try to keep the momentum going with 4th Day Echo Nov. 27 Bar 145 Fort Wayne a headlining run that will keep him busy through the first part of December. With legions 5 Seconds of Summer Aug. 21 Quicken Loans Arena Cleveland 5 Seconds of Summer w/Hey Violet Aug. 22 Klipsch Music Center Noblesville of new fans discovering his music, King Diamond will give them a treat by performing the AC/DC Sept. 8 Ford Field Detroit entire 1987 album Abigail in its entirety at each show during the tour. Exodus will provide AC/DC Sept. 15 Wrigley Field Chicago support on the tour when it stops in Chicago November 27 and Detroit the following night. Air Supply Feb. 13 ‘16 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio On a related note, Mayhem Festival co-founder John Reese recently stated that this year’s Alan Jackson Aug. 31 Ravinia Festival Highland Park, IL touring festival may have been the last. Mayhem has been under fire, most notably from Arctic Clam Sept. 18 Bar 145 Fort Wayne this year’s headliners Slayer, as the festival has shrunk from four stages to two, the lineup Arctic Clam Dec. 11 Bar 145 Fort Wayne has been trimmed by a half dozen bands and attendance has dropped dramatically. Avett Brothers Aug. 20 Jacobs Pavilion Cleveland Avett Brothers Aug. 21 LC Pavilion Columbus, OH America’s Got Talent is getting in on the reality show tour market just as American Idol, B.J. Thomas Feb. 27 ‘16 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio Dancing with the Stars and several others have done. The aptly title America’s Got Talent Beauty Slap w/Ivory West Aug. 15 Two EE’s Winery Huntington Live: The All Stars Tour features favorite acts from several different seasons of the show Big & Rich, A Thousand Horses, Austin Webb Sept. 19 Parkview Field Fort Wayne and promises “something for everyone,” if that’s possible. The unpredictable live event Bill Maher Sept. 19 Embassy Theatre Fort Wayne Bill Maher Oct. 10 Wharton Center East Lansing takes place October 8 in Chicago, October 14 in Grand Rapids, October 15 in Detroit and Bill Maher Oct. 11 Michigan Theater Ann Arbor October 16 in Indianapolis. Black Violin Oct. 15 Embassy Theatre Fort Wayne Bassist Juan Croucier was a part of the Ratt lineup when the band was at its peak in terms Bluegrass Out Back 3 Aug. 22 Wagon Wheel Café Warren Blues Traveler Aug. 28-30 Conner Prarie Fishers, IN of success during the hard rock era of the 1980s, but was out of the band for 20 years after Blues Traveler Oct. 3 House of Blues Chicago disagreements with various members of the band led to irreconcilable differences. With Bobcat Goldthwait Oct. 4 CS3 Fort Wayne singer Stephen Pearcy saying there will never be a proper Ratt reunion, Croucier has de- Boney James w/Brian McKnight Aug. 14 PNC Pavilion Cincinnati cided to form his own band and head out on tour to play Ratt songs. Ratt’s Juan Croucier Boney James w/Brian McKnight Aug. 15 Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park, OH also features Pete Holmes of Black ’N Blue and will play Detroit September 24, Akron Boz Scaggs Aug. 14 Rialto Square Theatre Joliet, IL September 25 and Chicago October 4. For the record, Ratt drummer Bobby Blotzer, who Boz Scaggs Aug. 16 The Palladium Carmel recently formed his own “Ratt Gang” called Bobby Blotzer’s Ratt Experience, is not in Brad Paisley w/Justin Moore, Mickey Guyton Aug. 29 Klipsch Music Center Noblesville favor of the Croucier group and is threatening legal action over the use of the Ratt trade- Breathe Owl Breathe Aug. 13 The Pyramid Scheme Grand Rapids Brian Culbertson Apr. 30 ‘16 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio mark. For my money, you can’t have anything attached to the Ratt name without Pearcy. Brian Regan Aug. 26 Frederik Meijer Gardens Grand Rapids, MI His trademark voice is what made the band instantly recognizable and unique. Brian Regan Nov. 8 Stranahan Theatre Toledo [email protected] Brian Regan Dec. 4 State Theatre Kalamazoo Buckwheat Zydeco w/Eclipse Aug. 21 Botanical Conservatory Fort Wayne Bush, 3 Doors Down Aug. 17 Ravinia Festival Highland Park, IL The Association, The Cowsills, Mark Lindsay Aug. 20 Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park, OH Cherry on Top Sept. 12 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Happy Together Tour feat. The Turtles w/Flo & Eddie, The Grass Roots, The Buckinghams, Cherry on Top Nov. 20 Bar 145 Fort Wayne The Association, The Cowsills, Mark Lindsay Aug. 23 Foellinger Theatre Fort Wayne Chicago Aug. 19 Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park, OH Here Come the Mummies Sept. 10 Newport Music Hall Columbus, OH Chicago Aug. 22 Ravinia Festival Highland Park, IL Here Come the Mummies Sept. 11 House of Blues Cleveland Chicago w/Earth, Wind and Fire Aug. 25 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Here Come the Mummies w/Fort Wayne Funk Orchestra Oct. 1 Dekalb County Free Fall Fair Auburn Chicago w/Earth, Wind and Fire Aug. 26 DTE Energy Clarkston, MI Here Come the Mummies Oct. 23 Vogue Theatre Indianapolis Chris Brown w/Kid Ink, Omarion, Fetty Wap, Teyana Taylor, Migos Aug. 15 Klipsch Music Center Noblesville Hillbilly Casino Sept. 11 4D’s Fort Wayne Chris Robinson Brotherhood Oct. 7 Thalia Hall Chicago Holly Miranda Sept. 24 Schubas Tavern Chicago Chris Tomlin w/Rend Collective Nov. 5 Memorial Coliseum Fort Wayne Home Free Dec. 12 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood Dec. 11 Honeywell Center Wabash Hot Sauce Sept. 11 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Counting Crows Sept. 7 LC PAvilion Columbus, OH Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Oct. 4 Honeywell Center Wabash Counting Crows Sept. 8 Music Center at the Heights Huber Heights, OH Indina Mendez Aug. 16 Jay Pritzker Pavilion Chicago Counting Crows Sept. 10 Freedom Hill Amphitheatre Sterling Heights, MI Indina Mendez Aug. 18 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Counting Crows Sept. 12 FirstMerit Bank Pavilion Chicago Indina Mendez Aug. 19 Palace Theatre Columbus, OH Craig Wayne Boyd Jan. 23 ‘16 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio Indina Mendez Aug. 21 Blossom Music Center Cuyahoga Falls, OH Creedence Clearwater Revisited Aug. 13 Indiana State Fairgrounds Indianapolis Indina Mendez Aug. 22 Fox Theatre Detroit The Dandy Warhols Nov. 19 Thalia Hall Chicago Indina Mendez Aug. 23 Murat Theatre Indianapolis Danny Browning w/Gabe Kea Aug. 14-15 Snickerz Comedy Bar Fort Wayne Inspiration Music Fest Aug. 22 Dekalb Outdoor Theatre Fort Wayne Dave Koz & Friends Dec. 6 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio Itzhak Perlman, Emanuel Ax Sept. 9 Ravinia Festival Highland Park, IL Dave Koz Dec. 11 The Palladium Carmel Jackie Evancho Nov. 20 Honeywell Center Wabash David Allan Coe w/Matt Mason Aug. 29 Lerner Theatre Elkhart Jackson Browne w/Larry Campbell, Teresa Williams Sept. 5 Ravinia Festival Highland Park, IL David Phelps Dec. 13 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio Jackson Browne Sept. 8 Jacobs Pavilion Cleveland Def Leppard w/Styx, Tesla Aug. 30 Klipsch Music Center Noblesville Jackson Browne Sept. 9 PNC Pavilion Cincinnati The DePue Brothers Dec. 17 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio Jackson Browne w/Larry Campbell, Teresa Williams Nov. 17 Embassy Theatre Fort Wayne Destroyer w/Jennifer Castle Sept. 27 Thalia Hall Chicago Janet Jackson Jan. 29 ‘16 Bankers Life Fieldhouse Indianapolis Dierks Bentley w/Kip Moore, Maddie & Tae, Canaan Smith Sept. 5 Klipsch Music Center Noblesville Janet Jackson Feb. 1 ‘16 Schottenstein Center Columbus, OH Easton Corbin w/Craig Campbell Nov. 14 Embassy Theatre Fort Wayne Janet Jackson Feb. 2 ‘16 Quicken Loans Arena Cleveland Ed Sheeran Sept. 16 First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre Tinley Park, IL Janet Jackson Feb. 5 ‘16 Palace at Auburn Hills Auburn Hills, MI Ed Sheeran Sept. 17 RIverbend Cincinnati Jason Aldean w/Cole Swindell, Tyler Farr, Dee Jay Silver Aug. 21 Klipsch Music Cener Noblesville Ed Sheeran Sept. 18 Blossom Music Center Cuyahoga Falls, OH Jason Aldean w/Cole Swindell, Tyler Farr, Dee Jay Silver Aug. 23 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Eric Sowers Band Oct. 24 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Jason Aldean w/Cole Swindell, Tyler Farr, Dee Jay Silver Sept. 18 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI Ethan Bortnick Nov. 1 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio Jason Aldean w/Cole Swindell, Tyler Farr, Dee Jay Silver Sept. 19 Blossom Music Center Cuyahoga Falls, OH Farrenheit Aug. 27 Sweetwater Fort Wayne Jim Brickman Dec. 5 Rhinehart Music Center, IPFW Fort Wayne Foo Fighters Aug. 27 Klipsch Music Center Noblesville Joe Jackson Nov. 2 Thalia Hall Chicago Foo Fighters Aug. 29 Wrigley Field Chicago Joe Jackson Nov. 3 Thalia Hall Chicago Garth Brooks w/Trisha Yearwood Sept. 4-6 Allstate Arena Rosemont, IL John Hiatt w/Taj Mahal Sept. 2 Hard Rock Rocksino Northfiled Park, OH Garth Brooks w/Trisha Yearwood Sept. 11-14 Allstate Arena Rosemont, IL John Hiatt w/Taj Mahal Sept. 3 Michigan Theatre Ann Arbor Gas Station Disco Nov. 21 Bar 145 Fort Wayne John Hiatt w/Taj Mahal Sept. 4 Frederik Meijer Gardens Grand Rapids Gladys Knight, The O’Jays, Joey Alexander Sept. 11 Ravinia Festival Highland Park, IL John Kozar Oct. 24 Honeywell Center Wabash Glen Hansard w/Aoife O’Donovan Nov. 21 Chicago Theatre Chicago John Nemeth w/Todd Harrold Band Sept. 4 Botanical Conservatory Fort Wayne Glen Hansard w/Aoife O’Donovan Nov. 24 Taft Theatre Cincinnati John Scofield, Joe Lovano Feb. 6 ‘16 The Palladium Carmel Gordon Lightfoot Nov. 5 The Palladium Carmel Josh Groban Oct. 9 Fox Theatre Detroit Grace Potter Oct. 7 House of Blues Cleveland Josh Groban Oct. 10 State Theatre Cleveland Grace Potter Oct. 8 Royal Oak Music Theatre Royal Oak, MI Josh Groban Oct. 14 Murat Theatre Indianapolis Grace Potter Oct. 9 LC Pavilion Columbus, OH Josh Groban Oct. 16 Chicago Theatre Chicago Great White Nov. 21 C2G Music Hall Fort Wayne Josh Kauffman Oct. 2 Honeywell Center Wabash Happy Together Tour feat. The Turtles w/Flo & Eddie, The Grass Roots, The Buckinghams, Jounce w/Metavari, Meat Flowers Aug. 13 CS3 Fort Wayne
16------www.whatzup.com------August 13, 2015 ------Calendar • On the Road------JP Harris & the Tough Choices w/Roustabout Aug. 14 Botanical Conservatory Fort Wayne Oak Ridge Boys Oct. 10 T. Furth Center, Trine University Angola The Junk Sept. 5 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Of Montreal w/Surface to Air Missive Sept. 3 The Pyramid Scheme Grand Rapids Keller Williams Aug. 22 Bell’s Brewery Kalamazoo Of Montreal w/Surface to Air Missive Sept. 10 Lincoln Hall Chicago Keller Williams Sept. 19 The Vogue Indianapolis Of Montreal w/Surface to Air Missive Sept. 12 Majestic Theatre Detroit Kid Rock w/Foreigner Aug. 14-15 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI Of Montreal w/Surface to Air Missive Sept. 13 Park Street Saloon Columbus, OH Kid Rock w/Foreigner Aug. 18-19 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI Old 97’s Oct. 28 Thalia Hall Chicago Kid Rock w/Foreigner Aug. 21-22 DTE Energy Music Theatre Clarkston, MI One Direction Aug. 18 Ohio Stadium Columbus, OH KISS Army w/Casket Sharp Sept. 30 Dekalb County Free Fall Fair Auburn One Direction Aug. 23 Soldier Field Chicago Kurt Vile w/Waxahatchee, Luke Roberts Oct. 23 Thalia Hall Chicago One Direction Aug. 27 First Energy Stadium Cleveland Langhorne Slim Aug. 18 Thalia Hall Chicago One Direction Aug. 29 Ford Field Detroit Last Comic Standing Live Dec. 2 Honeywell Center Wabash Patrick Watson Sept. 28 Lincoln Hall Chicago Laugh Out Your Pain Comedy Tour Aug. 14 Embassy Theatre Fort Wayne The Personnel Sept. 26 Bar 145 Fort Wayne LDNL Sept. 25 Bar 145 Fort Wayne The Personnel Nov. 6 Bar 145 Fort Wayne LDNL Nov. 13 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Peter Frampton Oct. 24 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio Lenny Kravitz Aug. 27 Meadow Brook Music Festival Rochester, MI Pop Evil w/Aranda, Red Sun Rising Aug. 19 Piere’s Entertainment Center Fort Wayne Lenny Kravitz Sept. 3 Ravinia Festival Highland Park, IL Press the Glass Aug. 16 Hanger 59 Huntington Lepolian Effect Oct. 10 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Ralhpie May Sept. 20 Lerner Theatre Elkhart Let the Haters Begin Aug. 28 Lincoln Hall Chicago Reel Big Fish w/Unlikely Alibi Aug. 22 Piere’s Entertainment Center Fort Wayne Libera Apr. 3 ‘16 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio Regina Carter Nov. 21 The Palladium Carmel The Lone Bellow w/Anderson East Oct. 31 Thalia Hall Chicago Reverend Youngsoo An Oct. 11 First Presbyterian Church Fort Wayne The Lone Bellow w/Anderson East Nov. 1 Thalia Hall Chicago Riders in the Sky Apr. 15 ‘16 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio Loretta Lynn, Martina McBride Sept. 10 Fox Theatre Detroit Ronnie Milsap Nov. 20 The Palladium Carmel Low w/Andy Shauf Sept. 19 Thalia Hall Chicago Roosevelt Aug. 29 N. Anthony Wooden Nickel Fort Wayne Madonna Sept. 28 United Center Chicago Santana Aug. 29-30 Ravinia Festival Highland Park, IL Madonna Oct. 1 Joe Louis Arena Detroit Saving Abel w/Otherwise, Static Fly Oct. 2 Dekalb County Free Fall Fair Auburn Mannheim Steamroller Nov. 21 Clowes Memorial Hall Indianapolis Scorpions w/Queensryche Sept. 22 LC Pavilion Columbus, OH Mannheim Steamroller Nov. 27 Honeywell Center Wabash Scorpions w/Queensryche Sept. 23 Jacobs Pavilion Cleveland Mannheim Steamroller Nov. 30 DeVos Performance Hall Grand Rapids Scorpions w/Queensryche Sept. 26 Allstate Arena Chicago Mannheim Steamroller Dec. 13 Aronoff Center Cincinnati Scotty McCreery Sept. 20 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio Mannheim Steamroller Dec. 18 Fox Theatre Detroit Sebastian Maniscalco Nov. 28 Chicago Theatre Chicago Martini Affair Aug. 15 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Seth MacFarlane Aug. 21 Ravinia Festival Highland Park, IL The Matchsellers Aug. 28 Wildwood Nature Preserve Silver Lake Sierra Leon’s Refugee All Stars w/Dan Dickerson’s Harp Condition Aug. 28 Botanical Conservatory Fort Wayne Meat Loaf Nov. 3 MotorCity Casino Detroit Slightly Stoopid w/Dirty Heads, The Expendables Sept. 5 Jacobs Pavilion Cleveland MercyMe Dec. 5 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio Slightly Stoopid w/Dirty Heads, The Expendables Sept. 10 LC Pavilion Columbus, OH Mersey Beatles w/Julia Baird Oct. 16 State Theatre Kalamazoo Slipknot w/Lamb of God, Bullet for My Valentine, Motionless in White Aug. 14 Klipsch Music Center Noblesville Mersey Beatles w/Julia Baird Oct. 23 Embassy Theatre Fort Wayne Stars Oct. 13-14 Lincoln Hall Chicago Michael Bolton Dec. 4 T. Furth Center, Trine University Angola Steve Lippia Feb. 5 ‘16 Honeywell Center Wabash The Midtown Men Nov. 14 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio Swagg Sept. 4 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Mike Stankiewicz w/Katrina Brown Aug. 21-22 Snickerz Comedy Bar Fort Wayne Swagg Oct. 16 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Mike Super Oct. 10 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio Swagg Dec. 5 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Mississippi Heat Aug. 15 Phoenix Fort Wayne Swon Brothers w/Southbound 65 Oct. 3 Dekalb County Free Fall Fair Auburn My Sinatra feat. Cary Hoffman Dec. 5 Lerner Theatre Elkhart Sylvia McNair May 20 ‘16 Honeywell Center Wabash Mötley Crüe w/Alice Cooper Aug. 18 Quicken Loans Arena Cleveland The Tallest Man on Earth w/Lady Lamb the Beekeeper Aug. 30 Thalia Hall Chicago Mötley Crüe w/Alice Cooper Aug. 19 US Bank Arena Cincinnati The Tallest Man on Earth w/Lady Lamb the Beekeeper Aug. 31 Thalia Hall Chicago Mötley Crüe w/Alice Cooper Aug. 20 Bankers Life Fieldhouse Indianapolis Tanya Tucker Oct. 31 The Palladium Carmel Natalie Grant Mar. 20 ‘16 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio The Texas Tenors Apr. 17 ‘16 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio Needtobreath w/Switchfoot, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, Colony House Aug. 19 Ravinia Festival Highland Park, IL Theory of a Deadman Aug. 16 Piere’s Entertainment Center Fort Wayne Nickelback w/Lifehouse (cancelled) Aug. 31 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati Titus Andronicus w/Spider Bags, Baked Oct. 11 Lincoln Hall Chicago Noah Gundersen w/Ivan & Alyosha Sept. 24 Thalia Hall Chicago Toby Keith w/Eli Young Band Sept. 4 Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre Tinley Park Noisy Neighbors Aug. 28 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Toby Keith w/Eli Young Band Sept. 25 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati O.A.R. w/Allen Stone, Brynn Elliot Sept. 2 Frederik Meijer Gardens Grand Rapids Todd Snider w/Elizabeth Cook Sept. 10 Thalia Hall Chicago O.A.R. w/Allen Stone, Brynn Elliot Sept. 4 Jacobs Pavilion Cleveland Tony Bennett Oct. 3 Morris Performing Arts Ctr. South Bend O.A.R. w/Allen Stone, Brynn Elliot Sept. 5 Arena District Columbus, OH U.S. Navy Cruisers Aug. 21 Dekalb Outdoor Theatre Fort Wayne O.A.R. w/Brynn Elliott Sept. 6 Ravinia Festival Highland Park, IL U.S. Navy Cruisers Aug. 22 Foellinger Theatre Fort Wayne
Botanical Roots Aug 14 JP Harris & Country The Tough Choices Roustabout
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August 13, 2015------www.whatzup.com------17 Where Is Your Used ------Calendar • On the Road------Umphrey’s McGee Aug. 14 Ravinia Festival Highland Park, IL Under the Sun Tour feat. Sugar Ray, Better Than Ezra, Eve 6, Uncle Kracker Aug. 18 Ravinia Festival Highland Park, IL BAND INSTRUMENT? Unlikely Alibi w/The Snails, Circle City Deacons Aug. 20 Brass Rail Fort Wayne In a Closet? Attic? Garage? The Vaccines Aug. 25 Lincoln Hall Chicago Van Halen w/Kenny Wayne Shepherd Aug. 31 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati August 14 | 8pm Van Halen w/Kenny Wayne Shepherd Sept. 2 Klipsch Music Center Noblesville Donate It to PITCH Van Halen w/Kenny Wayne Shepherd Sept. 4 DTE Energy Clarkston, MI a u g h u t o u r Warren Haynes feat. Ashes & Dust Band Sept. 23 Murat Indianapolis L O Y Warren Haynes feat. Ashes & Dust Band Sept. 24 LC Pavilion Columbus, OH Warren Haynes feat. Ashes & Dust Band Sept. 26 Riviera Theatre Chicago Pa i n Co m e d y Warren Haynes feat. Ashes & Dust Band Sept. 29 Fillmore Detroit Detroit Michael Blackson, Red Grant & Luenell The Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra Mar. 3 ‘16 Niswonger P.A.C. Van Wert, Ohio The Who w/Joan Jett and the Blackhearts Oct. 15 United Center Chicago The Who w/Joan Jett and the Blackhearts Oct. 17 Joe Louis Arena Detroit just announced Wynonna & the Big Noise Aug. 14 T. Furth Center, Trine University Angola Your Villain, My Hero Oct. 17 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Your Villain, My Hero Dec. 12 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Youth Lagoon Oct. 21 Thalia Hall Chicago Zac Brown Band Sept. 11 Wrigley Field Chicago Zac Brown Band Sept. 12 Comerica Park Detroit Putting Instruments in the Children’s Hands Zac Brown Band Sept. 13 Klipsch Music Center Noblesville Zack Attack Aug. 21 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Zack Attack Oct. 9 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Gi v e t h e Gi f t o f Mu s i c , Zack Attack Dec. 4 Bar 145 Fort Wayne Zanna-Doo! 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18------www.whatzup.com------August 13, 2015 MI Franchise Alive & Kicking Watching Tom Cruise hang on to the side of a plane as it takes off, the clip that is in the trailer and television ads for Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation, Flix is what made me want to see this movie and see it in a real movie theater. The opening sequence that in- CATHERINE LEE cludes this snippet is breathtaking. While it is expected that Tom Cruise will do more sible Mission Force or IMF. Their special forces status outlandish stunts than almost anyone out there, you do has so estranged them from the CIA that they are shut wonder how long he can keep this up. I’m sure he’s us- down after a tense showdown between Jeremy Renner ing more than just his hands to hold onto the plane as and Alec Baldwin before a Congressional panel. it takes off. He’s pulled off so many outrageous feats The CIA does not recognize the existence of The on screen over the years, he has won the confidence Syndicate. To combat recent activity by the Syndicate, of the audience. His demeanor and facial expressions Hunt will have to combat the threat on his own. Af- convey complete confidence – and not with a cocky, ter a very Bond opening, Hunt and the film go into hot dog kind of swagger, but with the air of a guy who Bourne mode. just has to get the job done. Hunt isn’t completely on his own though. He Cruise has worked with the writer/director Chris- lures former colleagues out of their new identities to topher McQuarrie on previous missions. In this in- help him. Ving Rhames and Simon Pegg are back – stallment they put together quite a show. Great action Rhames grimacing and providing muscle, Pegg pro- sequences shot in great places (Cuba, Casablanca, viding comic relief with expert timing. London, Paris and Vienna), a surprisingly sturdy and Most welcome on the scene is the presence of a mysterious plot and a great supporting cast of enjoy- woman who is much more than a Bond girl. Rebecca able characters surround Cruise. Cruise and McQuar- Ferguson plays Ilsa Faust, a woman capable of a sly rie appear to have an ease working together that makes smile and as many moves as she needs. She seems to the picture flow with style and speed (though, as with be on the side of the bad guys, but she also steps in to nearly every action picture, it could be leaner on time assist Hunt when he’s really in trouble. and energy and not suffer). Cruise is again Ethan Hunt, an agent of the Impos- Continued on page 20 ------Getting from There to Into Space I began writing by choice on a regular basis when I first got a computer in my room. I was supposed to be a third baseman, not a writer, a wearer of cleats, not ScreenTime a person with a byline. I am an impostor who gets by THE 2015 not on his writing talent, but on his enthusiasm. But I GREG W. 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Then I cut the worst ideas and have All along, from age 22 forward, I was trying to the first draft of my beat sheet. write the Next Great American Screenplay. The next Step 3: I memorize the beat sheet. Every beat, in Star Wars or American Pie. My own Naked, but more order. Then, at night, I lay down in bed and go through accessible than Mike Leigh’s film. Same ominous all the beats over and over again until I fall asleep. score and earth-shattering lead performance. Joaquin Weird, right? It helps me deconstruct the story and Phoenix. My dude. Then one day I finished a screenplay. It was 288 Continued on page 22 August 13, 2015------www.whatzup.com------19 A Life a Little Too Wonderful The Jesus Cow by Michael Perry, Harper, 2015 Not many people would consider Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life to be an example of dark, angst- On Books ridden cinema, but compared to The Jesus Cow, the first adult novel from non-fiction humorist Michael EVAN GILLESPIE Perry, Capra’s movie is an emotional sledgehammer. Perry’s novel, like Capra’s film, follows a protagonist Swivel is colorful, but it’s tiny, so tiny that its resi- Al a n Ja c k s o n stuck in a small town, but unlike Capra’s hero, the dents are suspicious of the neighboring town of Boom- cranky George Bailey, Perry’s central character has no ler, “a village with four – rather than three – digits on problem staying exactly where he’s always been. In its population sign.” The next town, Clearwater, is so Ga r t h Br o o k s fact, he’d much prefer it that way. big that it’s home to a regional campus of the state Perry’s protagonist is Harley Jackson, a 40-some- university, and a town that big might as well be New thing dairy farmer living in a small northwest Wiscon- York City. The residents of Swivel are uncomfortable Sh a n i a Tw a i n sin town called Swivel. Jackson is a farmer because with bigness, newness or change, and many of soon after he dropped out of college and came home its residents fervently wish that they could just Ge o r g e St r a i t to help out his father after his mother died, keep living the way their families have been G S his father died as well, leaving Har- living for generations. ley responsible for the homestead. The possibility of changelessness is threat- To b y Ke i t h A very similar thing happened ened for Harley when, on Christmas Eve, to George Bailey, but Bailey was one of his cows gives birth to a calf with a trapped in Bedford Falls by his sense mark on its flank that looks just like Jesus. Tr a v i s Tr i t t of obligation to the people of the town; Harley has seen enough things like this Harley stays in Swivel mostly because to know that as soon as the world finds e i t h r ba n he wants things to continue being the out about his holy cow, his life is going K U same way they’ve always been. to change. He doesn’t want that, so he Things can’t stay the same, of course. tries to keep the cow a secret. But we Bl a k e Sh e l t o n Swivel is not the town it once was, not all know how easy it is to keep a se- since the interstate was built (decades ago) cret in a small town. Harley’s in for and went straight through the middle of the some changes. Ha n k Wi l l i a m s Jr Jackson farm, leaving half the land to be Perry’s novel will seem very fa- gobbled up by a developer, Klute Sorensen, miliar to those who’ve read his non-fiction a r t i n a o r e who built a subdivision on it. Sorensen isn’t books. This version of northwest Wisconsin is virtu- Ma r t i n a & Mo r e the unrepentant villain like Mr. Potter in It’s a Won- ally identical to the real place where Perry lives; that derful Life; he’s just an enthusiastic capitalist – he he changed the town of Bloomer to Boomler and Eau drives a Hummer emblazoned with stars and stripes, Claire to Clearwater is a grinning wink to those who and he listens to audiobooks by sales gurus – and he might wonder how deeply he’s going to dive into fic- wants to drag Swivel into the 21st century and make tion. Also intact is Perry’s infallible affability. In his himself a profit along the way. He really thinks he’s non-fiction writing, he’s never written an unkind word doing what’s best for the town, and behind his take- about anyone, and he doesn’t do so in this novel ei- no-prisoners exterior, he’s bumbling and awkward. ther. (In this way he’s strangely like Kingpin in Netflix’s Unfortunately, that pervasive niceness robs The Daredevil series, although much less violent.) Jesus Cow of any dramatic teeth it might have had. In The town has other colorful residents. There’s It’s a Wonderful Life, George Bailey’s resentment of Carolyn Sawchuck, a failed academic and rabid en- the way his life was constrained by Bedford Falls was vironmentalist who is busy buying up the town’s just the edge the story needed, and the unambiguously used motor oil (to prevent it from being disposed of nasty Mr. Potter gave the characters something to push improperly) and secretly storing it in the town’s old against. Harley Jackson, though, has no motivation abandoned water tower. There’s Meg Jankowski, the other than to avoid being motivated, and Perry can’t widowed owner of a junkyard who is also the town’s even bear to make his bad guy bad. It makes Swivel a most devout church-goer. And there’s Mindy John- nice place to live, but it makes The Jesus Cow a pretty son, the pickup-driving, workboot-wearing woman on bland story. whom Harley has a crush. [email protected]
FLIX - From Page 19 Hunt meets Ilsa in Casablanca. (Is it hubris or hu- time puffing their chests, but there is plenty to enter- mor to name a woman in Casablanca Ilsa?) They keep tain. crisscrossing paths throughout the movie, and the pair There is plenty of action – on and in a variety of form a sort of competitive chemistry. She has a dignity vehicles. We are taken underwater and to the rafters of and poise that is rare. Cruise often falls short in the the opera. The chase scene at the Vienna opera while romantic charisma department, but here Ilsa gets to be Turandot is performed is a lovely bit of music match- mysterious and flirty. She keeps Hunt at arm’s length ing the chase. mostly, and their dance works. Every technical aspect of the production is crisp Rogue Nation also boasts a properly sinister vil- and captivating. The Mission Impossible franchise lain. Sean Harris plays Solomon Lane, the leader of will always have the advantage of its theme. Lalo the Syndicate. He’s thin and menacing with a hissing Schiffrin’s contribution is used well in this movie. voice. McQuarrie’s screenplay helps us believe in the Franchise fatigue can strike at any time, just like mysterious villain. “Only Lane knows what’s going to genre fatigue. Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation happen,” we are told. doesn’t play like a fifth installment. Cruise, McQuar- Chemical poisons, microchips and more are at the rie and company didn’t show up just for a paycheck. core of the diabolical desires of Lane and the Syndi- They showed up to make a movie full of the kinds of cate. The plot stays more closely plausible and intrigu- fun that deserves the insanely overpriced popcorn that ing longer than most of this genre. There are maybe a goes with summer blockbusters. couple twists too many, and the boys spend plenty of [email protected]
20------www.whatzup.com------August 13, 2015 ------Calendar • Things To Do------Featured Events Lectures, Discussions, Gr abi l l Br a n c h — Born to Read, Tours & Trips 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Smart Start IPFW Co m m u n i t y Ar t s Aca d e m y — Art, Authors, Readings & Storytime 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, AC/DC Bu s Tr ip — Bus trip to see AC/ dance, music and theater classes 421-1325 DC at Ford Field, Detroit, departs for grades pre-K through 12 offered Films He s s e n Ca s s e l Br a n c h — Stories, from North Anthony Wooden Nickel by IPFW College of Visual and songs and finger- plays for the Music Store, 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. Performing Arts, fees vary, 481- We t Ho t Am e r i c a n Su m m e r & Th e whole family, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 8, Fort Wayne, $199 available at Inspiration 6977, www.ipfw.edu/caa Bu r n i n g — Free showing, camp- 421-1330 Wooden Nickel Records, 484-2451 Ke n n y Ar o n o ff Ma s t e r Cl a s s — style competitions, camp-themed Li t t l e Tu r t l e Br a n c h — Storytime Master drummer demonstrates his beverages and food by Bravas, for preschoolers, 10:30 a.m. Fe l l o w s h i p nd playing style and discusses the four 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, Cinema Mondays and Tuesdays, 421-1335 August Thursday, August 13 – 5pm concepts of drumming that apply to Center, Fort Wayne, $7-$9, 426- Mai n Lib r a r y — Babies and Books, 3456 He i r l o o m To m a t o Fe s t i v a l — Live all styles of music, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 10 a.m. Fridays; Family Story music and entertainment, contests, Tuesday, Aug. 18, Sweetwater Je n n if e r Te e g e — Author of My Time, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays; guest speakers, demonstrations, Sound, Fort Wayne, $75, 432-8176, Grandfather Would Have Shot Me, Storytime for preschoolers, day- arts & crafts and a variety of food, sweetwater.com speaks about her experience as cares and other groups, 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, Ke n n y Ar o n o ff Ma s t e r Clinic — the daughter of a Nigerian father Wednesdays; Toddler Time, 10:30 Brower Park, Pierceton, free, 574- Musical performance and Q&A and German mother whose own & 11 a.m. Fridays; 421-1220 594-2497 session with renowned drummer, father commanded a German con- Ne w Ha v e n Br a n c h — Babies and Back y a r d BBQ — BBQ, silent and live 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, centration camp during World War books for kids birth to age 2, 10:30 II, 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17, Main auctions and home dedication, 6-9 Sweetwater Sound, Fort Wayne, a.m. Thursdays, 421-1345 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27 (RSVP free, 432-8176, sweetwater.com Branch, Allen County Public Library, Po n t iac Br a n c h — Teen cafe 4 p.m. Fort Wayne, free, 481-4174 by Aug. 20), Fuller’s Landing, Fort Mixing wi t h t h e Pr o s — Two-time Tuesdays, Smart Start Storytime for Wayne, free (donations accepted), Grammy winner, Ross Hogarth, Ra i d e r s o f t h e Lo s t Ar k — Free out- preschoolers, 10:30 a.m. Fridays, 422-4828 ext. 305 teaches the art of mixing; lunch, door showing and other activities, 421-1350 7 p.m. (movie shows at dusk, 8:30 Wh i t i n g t o n Wi n e Do w n — Wine tasting, a v y group dinner and hotel accom- Te c u m s e h Br a n c h — Smart Start Hors d’oeuvres, live and silent auc- U.S. N modations included, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. p.m.) Saturday, Aug. 22, Sweets Storytime for kids age 3-6, 10:30 So Geek, Fort Wayne, free, 312- tions to benefit Home Based servic- Saturday, Aug. 22, Sweetwater a.m. Tuesdays, YA Day for es, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. Sound, Fort Wayne, $995, 432- 5758 Cr ui s e r s teens 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 27, Two-EE’s Winery, Huntington, Friday, August 21th – 7:30pm 8176, sweetwater.com Ag e o f Di s t r ac t i o n — Dr. Lewis Wondertots reading for ages 1-3, $45, 745-9431 Fa r r e n h e i t Clinic — 80s rock band Pearson discusses the many dis- 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, 421-1360 tractions that can hinder people Ha r r i s o n Hi l l Ho m e a n d Ga r d e n To u r performs and demonstrates the Sh aw n e e Br a n c h — Born to Read — Arch historic home and garden new Bose F1-series loudspeaker from living the spiritual lives they for babies and toddlers, 10:30 desire, 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. tours in the Harrison Hill neighbor- Inspiration system, 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. a.m. Thursdays, Smart Start hood, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, 27, Sweetwater Sound, Fort Wayne, 27, Brookside Ballroom, University Storytime for preschoolers, 11 a.m. of St. Francis, Fort Wayne, free, Aug. 29, Harrison Hill addition, Fort free, 432-8176, sweetwater.com Thursdays, 421-1355 Wayne, $12-$15, 426-5117 Mu s ic Fe s t Sw e e t wa t e r Aca d e m y o f Mu s ic — 399-8050 nd Wa y n e d a l e Br a n c h — Smart Start Ta s t e o f t h e Ar t s — 11 performance Saturday, August 22 – 12-9pm Be a t l e s ’ Al t e r Eg o , Sg t . Pe pp e r ’s Private lessons for a variety of Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Mondays stages featuring local and national instruments available from profes- Lo n e l y He a r t s Cl u b Ba n d — Aaron and Tuesdays, Born to Read Krerowicz discusses the Sgt. performers, artisan fine art fair, bus- sional instructors, ongoing weekly Storytime for babies and toddlers, ker square, Barr St. Market, hands Located in Auburn, IN lessons, Sweetwater Sound, Fort Pepper’s album track by track, citing 10:15 a.m. Tuesdays, 421-1365 musical and historical precedents on activities and more, 10 a.m. For directions and our full Wayne, call for pricing, 432-8176, Wo o d b u r n Br a n c h — Smart Start Saturday, Aug. 29, Arts United academy.sweetwater.com and the development of the songs Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Fridays, summer schedule, go to through excerpts from interviews Campus, Main St., Fort Wayne, Wh i t l e y Co u n t y Fa r m e r s Ma r k e t 421-1370 free, 423-4349 www.dekalboutdoortheater.org — Farmers market sponsored with the band and discarded takes, 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, Vap e in t h e Fo r t 2.0 — Vapor educa- by Whitley County Chamber tion and sales convention with Produced in cooperation with the of Commerce, 8 a.m.-12:30 Main Branch, Allen County Public Kid Stuff Library, Fort Wayne, free, 421-1210 vendors, live entertainment and DeKalb County Visitor’s Bureau p.m. Saturdays thru Oct. 10, giveaways, 12-6 p.m. Saturday, Th e Ar t o f Mi n d f u l Pr e s e n c e — Dr. Yo u n g Ea g l e s Fl i g h t Ra l l y — Free Courthouse Square, downtown Aug. 29 and 12-5 p.m. Sunday Columbia City, free, 248-8131 Dave Johnson speaks about flights for kids ages 8-17, 9 a.m.-1 mindfulness-based stress reduction p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13 (registra- Aug. 30, Headwaters Park, Fort techniques, 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. tion from 9-11 a.m.), Smith Field Wayne, $5-$8, 436-9901 This Week 1 (networking reception, 5:30 p.m.), Airport, Fort Wayne, free, parent or Th e l m a Rac z y Fo u n d a t i o n Be n e fi t — Manchester University College of guardian must be present, 402-6764 Door prizes, auction, raffle and Br e w Sc o o p — Ice cream and beer Pharmacy, Fort Wayne, free 470- food to benefit the Thelma Raczy pairing to benefit Bring It-Push 2702 Foundation, 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. It-Own It, 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Spectator Sports 30, Merriman Auction Building, Da v i d Gr e e n e — NPR host gives a Aug. 15, Deer Park Irish Pub, Fort behind the scenes look at NPR and Huntertown, free, 755-9313 Wayne, $25, 432-8966 BASEBALL Morning Edition and talks about his TinCap s — Upcoming home games at Ga r r e t t Su m m e r s Se v e n t i e s Mu s ic experiences in Russia which result- Parkview Field, Fort Wayne September Fe s t i v a l — Live music, games, con- ed in his recent book, Midnight in tests and seventies themed events Th u r s d a y , Au g u s t 13 vs. Quad Cities, Siberia, 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17 7:05 p.m. Ro a n o k e Fa l l Fe s t i v a l — Live music, and cruise-in, 2-8 p.m. Saturday, (book signing will immediately follow kids’ games, parades, demolition Aug. 15, Feick Park, Garrett, free, Fr i d a y , Au g u s t 14 vs. Cedar Rapids, lecture), Sweetwater Performance 7:05 p.m. derby, NPTA tractor pull, corn hole 357-3836 Theatre, Fort Wayne, $25 before tournament, paintball, food alley, Sa t u r d a y , Au g u s t 15 vs. Cedar Ol d Fo r t VW Sh o w — Volkswagens Sept. 1, 452-1189 Rapids, 7:05 p.m. carnival rides, antique tractors on display, vendors, entertainment Ch r i s Spi e l m a n — Former Ohio State and more, hours vary Thursday- Su n d a y , Au g u s t 16 vs. Cedar Rapids, and more, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, and NFL linebacker, ESPN college Saturday, Sept. 10-12, Historic 1:05 p.m. David Greene Aug. 15, Shoaff Park, Fort Wayne, football analyst and author of That’s Main St., downtown Roanoke, free free, $15 to show, $25 for 2 cars, Why I’m Here: The Chris & Stefanie Mo n d a y , Au g u s t 24 vs. Lansing, 7:05 (food items $1-$7), 983-0700 747-3494 p.m. Spielman Story, 7:30 p.m. Monday, Pi t s in t h e Pa r k — Local shelters, Pr e -Ha r v e s t Mu s ic Fe s t — Live music, Sept. 28, Niswonger Performing Tu e s d a y , Au g u s t 25 vs. Lansing, 7:05 rescues and business vendors, Thursday, Sept. 17 wine sampling, food trucks and new Arts Center, Van Wert, Ohio, p.m. raffles, microchipping, free dog nail wine releases 6-10 p.m. Saturday, $10-$25 thru box office, 419-238- We d n e s d a y , Au g u s t 26 vs. Lansing, trimming, live music, pit bull parade, Sweetwater Performance Theatre Aug. 15, Two EE’s Winery, 6722, www.npacvw.org 7:05 p.m. kissing booth and more to raise Huntington, free, 672-2000 An Ev e n i n g wi t h Da v i d Se d a r i s — Best- Th u r s d a y , Au g u s t 27 vs. Lake awareness about the pit bull breed, 7pm lecture w/book signing Ta s t e o f Ro a n o k e — Downtown block selling author and humorist, 7:30 County, 7:05 p.m. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, immediately following party featuring foods from various p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, Morris Fr i d a y , Au g u s t 28 vs. Lake County, Freimann Square, Fort Wayne, free, restaurants, non-profit organiza- Performing Arts Center, $26-$56, 7:05 p.m. 415-0227 tions and civic groups, 5-8 p.m. 574-235-9190 Sa t u r d a y , Au g u s t 29 vs. Lake Ma d An t h o n y ’s Ok t o b e e r f e s t — Saturday, Aug. 15, Historic Main County, 7:05 p.m. Featuring beers from over 35 An Evening St., downtown Roanoke, free (food Indiana breweries, live entertain- items $1-$7), 983-0700 Storytimes ment, food truck alley and more, with NPR’s Wi n g Ha v e n Ca n o e Tr ip — Canoeing Sports and Recreation 2-6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, St o r y t i m e s , Activities a n d Cr af t s a t on Seven Sisters Lakes with Headwaters Park, Fort Wayne, $30 Al l e n Co u n t y Pu b l ic Lib r a r y : Kickba l l To u r n a m e n t (r e s c h e d u l e d ) interpretive program led by Nate ($10/designated driver), 426-2537 David Greene Ab o i t e Br a n c h — Born to Read — Kickball tournament, dodgeball Simons, 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. Historic Swi n n e y Ho m e s t e a d Op e n 15, Wing Haven Nature Preserve, Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Mondays, games, long kick contest, food, Tickets on sale now at wboi.org Smart Start Storytime, 10:30 a.m. entertainment and more to benefit Ho u s e — Walk through tours of the or 260.452.1189 Angola, free, 637-2273 historic homestead with Members Tuesdays, Baby Steps, 10:30 a.m. Turnstone and TOPSoccer, 9:30 $25 if purchased before Sept. 1 Wednesdays, 421-1320 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, Indian of Settlers sharing the history of the homestead and the Swinney family, Du p o n t Br a n c h — Smart Start Trails Park, Fort Wayne, free, 750- Presented by 0325 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Storytime for ages 3-5, 1:30 Sept. 12-13, free, 424-7212 p.m. Tuesdays and 10:30 a.m. Dr i v e Yo u Wi l d — Shotgun start golf scramble to benefit Fort Wayne Be a To u r i s t in Yo u r Ow n Ho m e t o w n Thursdays, 421-1315 — Free tours and admission to Ge o r g e t o w n Br a n c h — Born to Children’s Zoo , 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30 (registration Fort Wayne museums and attrac- Read Storytime, 10:15 a.m. and 11 tions, 12-5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13, a.m. Mondays, Baby Steps, 10:15 and lunch at 11 a.m.), Autumn Ridge with additional support from Golf Club, Fort Wayne, $150-$600, locations vary, Fort Wayne, free, a.m. and 11 a.m. Tuesdays, Smart 427-6000 Start Storytime, 10:15 a.m. and 11 427-6844 a.m. Thursdays, 421-1320 August 13, 2015------www.whatzup.com------21 ------Calendar • Art & Artifacts------Current Exhibits Egy p t i a n Pl e a s u r e Ga r d e n s — Su mm e r o f Gl a s s — 43rd Annual Glass Plantings inspired by Ancient Invitational Award Winners; solo, 20 Ye a r Retrospective — Works from Egypt’s New Kingdom period , exhibit featuring Christina Bothwell, Jody Hemphill Smith, CW Mundy, Tuesday-Sunday thru Nov. 15, Tuesday-Sunday thru Sept. 13, Summer Camp at Arena Katy McMurray, Michael Poorman, Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Fort Wayne Museum of Art, $5-$7 Mike Kelly, Joey Frisillo, Diane Conservatory, Fort Wayne, $3-$5 (2 (members, free), 422-6467 The phrase “summer Lyon, Doug Runyan, Susan Suraci, and under, free), 427-6440 To m Ke l l y — Paintings reflecting camp,” makes you think Terri Buchholz, Andrea Bojrab, Bill Th e Ev o l v i n g Un i v e r s e — Smithsonian observations of work, family and of woods and crickets and Curtain Call Inman, Terry Armstrong, Carolyn Astrophysical Observatory and personal experiences, Tuesday- canoe lessons, a chance to Fehsenfeld, Lori Putnam, Rick Smithsonian National Museum of Sunday thru Aug. 23, Artworks SUSAN BURNS Wilson, Fred Doloresco, Forrest Natural History traveling exhibit Galleria of Fine Art, Fort Wayne, get away from the routine, Formsma, B. Eric Rhoads, Robert featuring photos and videos of the 387-6943 right? Arena Dinner Theatre Eberle, Pamela C. Newell, Shelby cosmos, Wednesday-Sunday thru if offering a whole different Keefe, Mark Daly and Maurice Sept. 13, Science Central, Fort Papier, Tuesday-Saturday and by Wayne, $6-$8 (2 and under, free), Artifacts type of summer camp: the BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL appointment thru Aug. 29, Castle 424-2400 ext. 423 singing and dancing theat- CALL FOR ARTISTS 7 p.m. dinner, 8 p.m. curtain Gallery Fine Art, Fort Wayne, 426- In v i s i b l e Co l l e g e — Group exhibition rical kind. 6568 co-curated by Andrew and Shawn Sc u l p t u r e s o n t h e Sq u a r e III: Th e Bat Boy: The Musical Friday-Saturday, Aug. 14-15 2015 Wa b a s h Ar t Gu i l d Me m b e r ’s Hosner of Los Angeles’ Thinkspace Ma g i c o f Me t a l — Juried public art Sh o w — Mixed media collection Gallery and Josef Zimmerman sculpture event open to individual will make you laugh out & Aug. 21-22 of local artists’ recent creations, of FWMoA featuring works by professional artists 18 years or loud and ponder your preju- Arena Dinner Theatre Monday-Friday thru Aug. 24, Clark 46 artists belonging to the New older from the local and regional dices while your head spins Contemporary Movement, Tuesday- area, submission deadline Monday, 719 Rockhill St., Fort Wayne Galley, Honeywell Center, Wabash, just a little (and not from 578-0735 Sunday thru Sept. 27, Fort Wayne Aug. 31, Auburn Arts Commission, Tix.: $35, 260-424-5622 Am e r i c a n Br i l l i a n t Cu t Gl a s s — Museum of Art, $5-$7 (members, 916-397-7589 the wine with dinner). Like Highlights form the American Cut free), 422-6467 Ar t 2— Create 9 small square panels some other recent shows Glass Association Permanent Ly r i c a l — Song lyrics, poetry and to be displayed together in a group with that winking “don’t even bother to suspend disbelief” style favored Collection, Tuesday-Sunday thru famous quotes on canvass by of 3 panels across and 3 panels Rocky Horror Avenue Q Urinetown Dec. 6, Fort Wayne Museum of Art, various regional artists, Tuesday- down. Each 12”x12” panel will in Off-Off-Broadway ( , , , etc.), the $5-$7 (members, free), 422-6467 Sunday thru Aug. 23, Artworks incorporate a cohesive theme in show combines rock-style music with absurdist storyline. Ar t l i n k Me m b e r s ’ Sh o w — Works from Galleria of Fine Art, Fort Wayne, the artists chosen medium and will Bat Boy, which is inspired by the supermarket tabloid cover boy Artlink member artists, Tuesday- 387-6943 be for sale individually, application who was allegedly part human, part bat, is set in a rural West Virginia Sunday thru Sept. 1, Artlink M.Y.O. (My, Yo u r s , Ou r s ...) — deadline Tuesday, Sept. 4; finished Contemporary Art Gallery, Fort Photographs of disparity, race per- art due no later than Thursday, mountain town. The boy is found by cavers, is hauled off to the town vet Wayne, 424-7195 ceptions and race relations through Oct. 29, Artworks Galleria of Fine (known for his penchant for euthanasia) and adopted by the vet’s wife. Au s t i n Ca r t w r i g h t a n d Gw e n Gu t w e i n current national events by Palermo Art, Fort Wayne, 387-6943 Anything else about the plot is almost a spoiler; let’s just all agree that it’s — Abstract and plein air paintings, Galindo, Tuesday-Sunday thru SPECIAL EVENTS not a good idea to be a Taylor, and cows don’t grow well on a mountain. Sept. 1, Betty Fishman Gallery, Tuesday-Saturday, Aug. 14-Oct. 3, 2n d Th u r s d a y in t h e Pa r a d i gm Ga l l e r y This isn’t Kansas, Toto. It’s so irreverent, witty, wacky and unpre- Crestwoods Frame Shop & Gallery, Artlink Contemporary Art Gallery, — Glass trunk show featuring Roanoke, 672-2080 Fort Wayne, 424-7195 Eran Park, Mike Brumbaugh and dictable, I kept forgetting I’m actually still in Fort Wayne. Director Jake Ch r i s t i n a Bo t h w e l l : Spirit i n t o Ma t t e r Re g i o n a l Ar t Ex h i b i t — Mixed Matthew Paskiet, edibles and a Wilhelm has assembled a terrific cast, including a few newcomers to Are- — Stone and glass sculptures media pieces from regional art- cash bar 5-7:30 p.m. Thursday, na, and some shining youngsters who are getting good enough to have to ists, Monday-Friday thru Sept. reflecting the processes of birth, Aug. 13 , Fort Wayne Museum of leave town to seek fame and fortune soon. death and renewal, Tuesday- 2, Merrilat Centre for the Arts, Art, free, 422-6467 Huntington, 358-0055 The actor in the lead role fits into both categories. Nick Chaney (Bat Sunday thru Sept. 13, Fort Wayne Wh i t l e y Co u n t y Au t u m n Ar t Fe s t i v a l Museum of Art, $5-$7 (members, Ro n a n d Ja n i e Ca l d w e l l — Oil paint- — Juried art festival featuring live Boy) not only looks the part, but knocks you off the ledge with his sing- free), 422-6467 ings inspired by Lake Michigan music, children’s art activity tent ing and acting. His portrayal takes the boy from feral boy and fearsome and the couple’s other recent trips, De n n i s McNe t t : Le g e n d o f t h e Wo l f b a t and food vendors, 9 a.m.-10 p.m. man/beast while almost everyone around him is only on the edges of — Woodblock Nordic mythologi- Monday-Saturday thru Aug. 31, Saturday, Sept. 12, Whitley County cal creatures inspired by the 80s Orchard Gallery of Fine Art, Fort Courthouse, Columbia City, free, making sense. It is so fun watching Chaney continue to get better and skateboarding and punk rock scene, Wayne, 436-0927 610-4645 better, from Pinocchio in Shrek and Leaf in Spelling Bee to this still more Tuesday-Sunday thru Aug. 23, St e v e Li n n a n d Ro b e r t Sc h e f m a n — challenging role. Fort Wayne Museum of Art, $5-$7 Sculptures and paintings, Tuesday- (members, free), 422-6467 Sunday thru Sept. 13, Fort Wayne Emily Arata (veterinarian’s wife Meredith Parker) gets to be the sane Museum of Art, $5-$7 (members, mom, although Mrs. Parker is no June Cleaver. She staunchly resists free), 422-6467 freaking out, especially when, as she describes it in the program notes, onstage action veers into “stuff that could have been JUST SO INCREDI- BLY AWKWARD” is transformed “into a fun and hilarious experience.” Travis Grams is great as the hypodermic-happy town vet, Dr. Parker. That gruff scoundrel matches up well with Dr. Parker’s frustrations. The From Page 19 whole town thinks he’s weird, which he works to his advantage. Yeah, SCREENTIME - he’s bad, and has the “bwah-haha” lines to prove it. Morgan Spencer, as tweak and tweak and tweak. All along, I’m flesh- thing that requires a lot more work. teen daughter Shelley Parker, is plenty cute, perky and normal. It’s no ing out the idea for each scene, usually even writing Step 5: Editing and re-writing. Showing it to wonder both the boys are willing to fight anyone for her. dialogue and, eventually, complete outlines for every friends and colleagues. Getting feedback. Making Prentis Moore and Daren Zachary Call come very close to stealing scene. fixes. Re-writing again. This is the part I personally the show in multiple roles. As Miz Taylor, Moore is ferocious for revenge Step 4: The writing. I take all of those scene out- hate the most. In fact, I loathe it so much that some- and has a voice like an angel. The Taylor kids– played by Jonny Drasko, lines and rough dialogue and structure it together into times I bring in other people to help me, otherwise I Alexis Craighead, and Olicia Ross – don’t have good future prospects a screenplay. This is the fun part. It’s also the part that lose my motivation. once they come up from that deep cave, and frankly, their momma is no takes forever and can be very emotional. I usually So that’s how I went from being a mediocre third help. As the Rev. Hightower, Moore rocks the revival and does his best doubt the idea all along. I question if I’m lazy. Am baseman to a mediocre screenwriter. Please check out to get some healing happening. Call’s three roles, Bud, Daisy and Pan, I working enough on this? Am I forcing it? Is it too my new film, Forever Into Space, at www.ForeverIn- are each more outrageous than the last. As Bud, his strong voice gets the weird? Is it too cheesy? Am I an idiot? Eventually the toSpace.com if you’ve not yet done so. show rolling. As Daisy, she’s got nice arms, and is a good girlfriend for writing wraps up and I feel amazing for about 90 sec- Moore. And as Pan? Oh, my! That Act II number alone is worth the price onds because I know that I completed this thing. This [email protected] of admission. I may go back next week just to be sure I caught it all. Quentin C Jenkins as the Sheriff and Jen Poiry-Prough as Mayor Find your treasure or find your pleasure at Membership Makes Maggie, Clem and a Doctor are what passes for civic authority in a town on the edge of an abyss about dying cows and confusing halflings. The The Difference set design by Joel Grillo and rapid scene changes by Nick Stieber are ter- • Job Referrals rific for the tiny Arena stage. 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Chances 46805 46802 of a pleasant surprise is great. 260.482.5959 260.422.4518 260-420-4446 [email protected] 22------www.whatzup.com------August 13, 2015 ------Calendar • Stage & Dance------Now Playing EVENTS Th e Fo r e i g n e r — The self proclaimed Lo v e s t r u c k — A choose-your-own “world’s dullest man” takes a Ba t Bo y : Th e Mu s i c a l — A half boy/ adventure experience, based loose- vacation to a sleepy Georgia fish- half bat is found in a cave in West ly on A Midsummer Night’s Dream, ing lodge and pretends not to Virginia by the local sheriff and in which audience members will understand English in this comedy taken to live with the town veterinar- have the Botanical Conservatory by Larry Shue, 8 p.m. Friday- ian in this musical comedy/horror, to explore and watch the events Saturday, Sept. 18-19; 8 p.m. 8 p.m. (7 p.m. dinner) Friday- unfold; a Fort Wayne Dance Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 24-26 Saturday, Aug. 14-15, and Aug. Collective fundraiser, 8 p.m. Friday, and 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 21-22, Arena Dinner Theatre, Fort Sept. 11, Foellinger-Freimann Oct. 1-3, Pulse Opera House, Wayne, $35, includes dinner and Botanical Conservatory, Fort Warren, $5-$14, 357-7017 show, 424-5622 Wayne, $42-$50, 424-6574 Th e Ma r v e l o u s Wo n d e r e t t e s — Off- Li t t l e Wo m e n , t h e Mu s i c a l — Musical Ce l e b r i t i e s Ac t Up — Local CEO’s, Broadway hit set in 1958 and featur- story filled with personal discovery, celebrities and community lead- ing musical hits such as ‘Lollipop’, heartaches, hope and everlasting ers take the stage for a reading ‘Dream Lover’ and ‘It’s my Party’ love; base on Louisa May Alcott’s of a parody written and directed presented by Fort Wayne Civic life, 7 p.m. Thursday, August 13; by Phillip H. Colglazier; includes Theatre , 2 & 8 p.m. Saturday, 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, August appetizer buffet, DeBrand Fine Sept. 19; 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14-15; 2 p.m. Sunday, August 16; Chocolates, live and silent auc- 20; 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 7 p.m. Wednesday, August 19; 2 tions; a Fort Wayne Civic Theatre 25 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26 and and 8 p.m. Thursday, August 20 fundraiser, 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2 & 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, and 8 p.m. Saturday, August 22, 17, Arts United Center, Fort Wayne, Arts United Center, Fort Wayne, Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts, $90, 424-5220 $17-$29, 424-5220 Warsaw, $14-$32, 574-267-8041 OCTOBER Upcoming Productions An y t h i n g Go e s — Cole Porter musical Asides love story involving a stowaway AUDITIONS SEPTEMBER and a passenger upon a London- A Ch r i s t m a s St o r y (No v . 7-22) — bound ocean liner, presented by Av e n u e Q — Humans and puppets Auditions for 27 actors for the Fort IPFW Department of Theatre, 8 interact in the tale of twenty- p.m. Friday-Saturday, Oct. 2-3, 2 Wayne Civic Theatre’s musical ren- somethings learning how to live dition; must be able to sing, dance p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4 and 8 p.m. and love in New York City, 7 Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 8-10, and act, 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1; 8 p.m. 22, Arts United Center, Fort Wayne, Williams Theatre, IPFW, $5-$17 Wednesday-Saturday, Sept. 2-5 thru IPFW box office 481-6555 422-8641 and 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6 Wagon Become Ho l i d a z e (De c . 11-20) — Auditions for Th e Ki t c h e n Wi t c h e s — Two cable Wheel Center for the Arts, Warsaw, access cooking show hostesses adults and children; must prepare $14-$32, 574-267-8041 16 bars of music to perform, 4-6 who have hated each other for Es c a n a b a in d a Mo o n l i g h t — Jeff 30 years are put on a TV show p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday, Nov. 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