Kirkwood Fine Arts presents the musical “Pippin” Oct. 30-Nov. 7. Known for signature songs “Magic To Do” and “Corner of the Sky,” director Emma Kostiv says this version of the script leans into a Circus theme, so except lots of color, juggling, and magic. The cast is anchored by Jeffrey Harrington and Eloise Prince, each …
Kevin Burt headlines the American Federation of Music Local 450’s fundraiser for KCCK’s Music education programs, “Re-Union Blues” on Nov. 1 at Wildwood Saloon in Iowa City. Pete Damiano’s band Homebrewed will performer as well. Homebrewed often performs at fundraisers for important causes and will be honored by the Association of Fundraising Professionals for their …
Riverside Theatre presents the Gothic Horror tale “Turn of the Screw” Oct. 23-Nov. 8. Written in the 1890s, the play is pretty much the original source for every “young woman in a spooky house” tale we know today. Director Gregory Almanza and cast member Luke McGee (rocking some standout mutton chops) say the play is …
The Cedar Rapids Concert Chorale presents “A Vision Unfolding” Oct. 25, 3pm at First Lutheran Church. Director Gerry Kreitzer says the program will include several choral settings of Psalms, including one written by Cedar Rapids composer, the late Allen Kopek, and the title piece, a soaring choral/spoken word work by Kyle Pederson. Tickets and more …
Orchestra Iowa continues its popular film with Live Orchestra concert, this time featuring the cult classic “Hocus Pocus.” Tim Hankewich describes how keeping the orchestra synced with the film is an interesting challenge, especially when the movie features a singing number. Tickets for the show are going fast. Get yours at artsiowa.com. Subscribe to The …
Just in time for Halloween, Mt. Vernon-Lisbon Community presents the dark Gothic comedy “Skin & Bone.” It’s the story of Midge and Madge, two sisters who used their bed and breakfast as a cover for their canibal cravings before it went out of business. The show presents a bit of an extra challenge for Nicole, …
The Eastern Iowa Orchid Society’s “Orchids are a Scream” show returns the Radisson Hotel in Cedar Rapids Oct. 24-25. Nile Dusdieker promises the show will feature beautiful orchid displays and is a welcoming environment for anyone wishing to learn more, enjoy the sights (and smells), or purchase an orchid. Admission is free and doors open …
Crooked Path Theatre doubles up for the Halloween season. “Richard II” runs October. 15-25 at the James Theatre. And on Oct. 24-25, it’s cabaret with a spooky spin. “Midnight Seance” will feature popular songs with an original story set in a barn out in the country. What could possibly go wrong? Tickets and more information …
