2600
DeWeese Parkway, Dayton - 275-7431
Thru 5/14 Engineer
It! Ð
Visitors of all ages explore the fun and creative sides of engineering by
designing boats, windmills, airplanes, buildings and bridges and then testing
their performance in wind tunnels, earthquake simulators and water tanks.
Visitors can also experiment with gears and pulleys, operate a crane and learn
about careers in engineering through video presentations.
THE
CANNERY ART & DESIGN CENTRE
434
E. Third St., Dayton - 228-2232
Ongoing Ð Exhibits by more than 20
local artists. Purchase art for your home, find the perfect gift or just browse
the latest creations, including painting, pottery, jewelry, sculpture and
photography.
DAYTON
ART INSTITUTE
458
Belmonte Park North, Dayton - 229-3909
Thru 4/20
The
Creative Eye: Photographic Works by Marc Suda & Sean Wilkinson Ð Dayton
photographers works are exhibited in the Regional Gallery.
Thru
4/30 Sitting Pretty Around the World Ð Hands-on childrenÕs exhibition focuses on the chairs we sit
on everyday, which take on many forms depending on their function or the
culture that made them.
DAYTON
VISUAL ARTS CENTER
118
N. Jefferson St, Dayton - 224-3822
Thru 3/8
REACH Across Dayton: Gary
Harwood Documentary photography Ð portrait of an Ohio migrant
community rich in social capital
Thru 3/1 MB Hopkins: Paintings Inspired by Real Stories
GALLERY
SAINT JOHN
Bergamo
Ð Mt. St. John
4400
Shakertown Rd., Beavercreek
Thru 3/23
Standing in Awe: The beauty of our country in photographs by John Lemker SM
MARIAN
LIBRARY
University
of Dayton
300
College Park - 229-4214
Thru
3/30 When Words Become Pictures: Our Lady
Calligraphed by Ann Bain, Dayton artist.
RIKE GALLERY
300 College Park, Dayton -
229-3237 or 3261
Thru 3/6 The Natural and the Artificial: Work from the Nanjing Arts Institute, China. Closing
Reception 3/5 from 7 to 9 pm.
SINCLAIR COMMUNITY COLLEGE
444 West Third Street, Bldg. 13,
Dayton - 512-5381
Thru
3/8 R.E.A.C.H Ð Laura Kina: Reception 2/28 from 7-9 pm
SINCLAIR COMMUNITY COLLEGE
ZoneVI Photography Gallery
444 West Third Street, Bldg. 13,
Dayton - 512-5381
Thru
3/8 R.E.A.C.H Ð Stafford Hiroshi Smith: Reception 2/28 from 7-9 pm
UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON
ArtStreet Studio D Gallery
300 College Park, Dayton
Thru 3/6
Work from the University of
Dayton
WSU ART GALLERIES
A132
Creative Arts Center
3640
Colonel Glenn Highway, Dayton
775-2978
Thru 3/9
The Global Matrix: This exhibition offers contemporary review of fine
art printmaking in all media from around the world, presented as a traveling
exhibition by the Purdue University Galleries
2/20 Wed
Langston Hughes Project Ð Ask Your Mama: Twelve
Moods for Jazz 7:30 pm A
masterwork written in 12 parts by Hughes in the early 1960s. This production,
brought to life in a multimedia production, is Langston Hughes at his best:
insightful, wise, poignant, funny and soulful. WSU Creative Arts Center, Concert Hall, 3640 Col. Glenn
Hwy., Dayton 775-5544
Miklos
Quartet 7 pm Sears Recital Hall, University of Dayton, 300 College Park,
Dayton 229-3936
BLAST!
8
pm Back, by popular demand, this
spectacular performance event is Òmusic in motionÓ Ð ranging from classical to
the blues, jazz to rock and roll and beyond Ð performed in dizzyingly
theatrical style by the top young brass, percussion and visual performers from
across the country. Thru 3/2 Victoria Theatre, 138 N.
Main St., Dayton 228-3630
Orchids
for Dummies 6:30 pm See why formerly-fragile orchids are really just another
house plant. Learn how knowledge (and a little abuse) will make you a great
orchid grower. Reservations required & limited:. Cox Arboretum MetroPark,
6733 Springboro Pk., Dayton
434-9005
2/21 Thu
Dayton
Jazz Ensemble 7:30 pm Willie L. Morris, conductor in a Black History Month
Concert. Central State
University. 229-3936
The Country Wife 8 pm
Journey with us back to Merry Ole England for one of the bawdiest
comedies of all time! Meet Mr. and Mrs. Pinchwife, Master Sparkish and Jasper
Fidget. Thru 3/2 WSU Festival Playhouse, 3640 Col. Glenn
Hwy., Dayton 775-2500
BLAST!
8
pm (see 2/20)
The
Taming of the Shrew 8 pm The UD Art Series presents the American Shakespeare Center
on Tour in the production of ShakespeareÕs comedy in which a husband-to-be
successfully tames his anti-marriage betrothed. Kennedy Union Boll Theatre,
University of Dayton, 300 College Park, Dayton 229-2936
Parent
& Preschooler Hike: Squirrel Search
10 am Join other preschoolers and their
parents in search for this rodent of our treetops. We will explore how these
furry creatures get through the winter while enjoying a winter morning in the
park. Program begins at 10 a.m. Reservations required & limited (ages 3 -
5) Hills & Dales MetroPark,
Twin Oak Shelter, 2655 Patterson Blvd., Dayton 277-4178
2/22 Fri
Dayton Philharmonic SuperPops: Music Man 8 pm Meredith
WillsonÕs classic Broadway and cinema musical has become one of AmericaÕs most
cherished theatre treasures. This concert version, (without costumes and
scenery), allows the music itself to really shine. Norman Moses and Diane
Penning head the cast with Music Director Neal Gittleman conducting the DPO and
the DPO Chorus. Also 2/23. Schuster Center, One W.
Second St., Dayton 228-3630
Cityfolk:
Jane Bunnett and the Spirits of Havana 8
pm Explore beautiful jazz
melodies from all over the world. Kelly Hall, Antioch College Main Building,
795 Livermore Street, Yellow Springs 496-3863
Encore
Theatre Company:
JacobÕs Pillow 8 pm In
1950, four Scottish college students broke into Westminster Abbey and stole the
famed Stone of Destiny and ignited a national frenzy. This exciting new musical
about heroism, patriotism and the bonds of national pride is making its
American premiere right here in Dayton. Thru 2/24 Mathile Theatre - Schuster Center, One W. Second St.,
Dayton 228-3630
Monty PythonÕs Spamalot 8 pm
Winner of the 2005 Tony¨ Award for Best Musical, Monty PythonÕs Spamalot
is the outrageous new musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the classic Monty
Python and The Holy Grail. Adult content Ð audience discretion advised. Thru
2/27 Schuster Center, One W. Second St.,
Dayton 228-3630
The Country Wife 8 pm
(see 2/21)
Ama
and the White Crane 8 pm Ama and her puppet blend mystery, movement and music in the
production inspired by Japanese theatre traditions. Accompanied by a comic
samurai and servant, Ama battles forces to free her village from the power of
an evil demon. Thru 3/1 Sinclair Community College, Blair Hall Theatre, 444 W. Third
St., Downtown Dayton. 512-2808
BLAST!
8
pm (see 2/20)
The
Merchant of Venice 8 pm The UD Art Series presents the American Shakespeare Center
on Tour. Justice is roundly served in this Shakespeare drama. Kennedy Union
Boll Theatre, University of Dayton, 300 College Park, Dayton 229-2936
Bridge to Terabithia 7:30pm In this
powerful story, a Virginia farm boy who dreams of becoming an artist, develops
a friendship with a new girl from the city who opens a world of imagination,
art and literature for him. Together, they create Terabithia, a fantasy kingdom
where they are safe from those who donÕt understand them. When tragedy strikes,
the strength they found in Terabithia allows the boy to share the magic of his
dreams. Thru 2/24 Town Hall Theatre, 27 North Main Street, Centerville 433-8957
Jasmine
Guy in RaisinÕ Cain 7:30 pm Six time NAACP Image Award Winner and acclaimed actress
Jasmine Guy stars in this theatrical presentation in words, music and visuals
with a stunning score by The Avery Sharpe Trio. Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main
St., Dayton 228-3630
Starlight
Skate 7 pm) Skate under the stars on Friday evenings. The $5 admission
includes skate rental and a spectacular Laser and Music Show over the RiverScape
MetroPark Ice Rink at 6:55 and 8:30 p.m. Also 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22 RiverScape MetroPark, 111 E. Monument Ave., Dayton 278-2607
Infant
Song and Sign 11 am & 1:45 pm Join Dorie with Music Jamboree for music play and American
sign language. Class will include sing-alongs, lap games, stories, puppets and
a nature signing walk. Reservations required and limited; for ages infant Ð
2. Wegerzyn Gardens
MetroPark, Center, 1301 E. Siebenthaler Ave., Dayton 277-6545
2/23 Sat
Dayton Philharmonic SuperPops : Music Man 8 pm
(see 2/22)
Bridge to Terabithia 7:30pm (see
2/22)
Encore
Theatre Company:
JacobÕs Pillow 8 pm (See
2/22)
Celtic
Movements: An Evening of Irish Dance & Music 7 pm Doors open at 5:45; Dulahan plays at 6 pm. Northmont High School Audietorium, 4916 W.
National Rd. 256-6086
2/24 Sun
Miami Valley Symphony Orchestra 3 pm James
Johnston, Guest Conductor, will conduct BerliozÕs Marche Hongroise; Felicien DavidÕs Le Desert; Saint-Sa‘nsÕ Symphony No. 3 (Organ Symphony).
Shiloh
Church, N. Main St. at Philadelphia Dr., Dayton 476-5043
Harlem Renaissance Concert 7:30 pm The
concert will feature music, poetry and art from the Harlem Renaissance, a
period of African-American, artistic creativity in 1920s and Ô30s Harlem. WSU Creative Arts Center, Concert Hall, 3640 Col. Glenn Hwy.,
Dayton 775-5544
Symphonic
Wind Ensemble 3 pm Patrick Reynolds, conductor. Kennedy Union Boll Theatre,
University of Dayton, 300 College Park, Dayton 229-2936
Encore
Theatre Company:
JacobÕs Pillow 3 pm (see
2/22)
Bridge to Terabithia 3 pm (see
2/22)
Monty PythonÕs Spamalot 8 pm
(see 2/22)
The Country Wife 3 pm
(see 2/21)
Ama
and the White Crane 2 pm (See 2/22)
BLAST!
2
pm & 7:30 pm (see 2/19)
WegerzynÕs
Wonderful Witchhazels 2 pm MetroParksÕ staff member Ron Schilb discusses
winter-blooming witchhazels and the Wegerzyn collection.Come dressed for the
weather and enjoy this colorful winter plant. Reservations requested; walk-ins
welcome. Wegerzyn Gardens
MetroPark, Center Adult Classroom, 1301 E. Siebenthaler Ave., Dayton 277-6545
Tea
& Tastings 2 pm Taste and discuss herbs for culinary use. Learn about tea
blending, the differences between white, green, black and herbal teas, and how
to read your tea leaves. Sweet and savory treats included! Fee required. Cox
Arboretum MetroPark, 6733 Springboro Pk., Dayton 434-9005
2/25 Mon
Monty PythonÕs Spamalot 8 pm
(see 2/22)
PresidentÕs
Day at Carillon Park 9:30 am Ð 5
pm Dayton History, Carillon Park, 1000
Carillon, Dayton 293-2841
An
Evening with Spike Lee 7:30 pm As a writer-director, actor, producer, author and
philanthropist, Spike Lee has revolutionized the role of black talent in
cinema. Widely regarded as todayÕs premier African American filmmaker. Final
speaker in UDÕs Diversity Lecture Series.
Schuster Center, One West Second St., Dayton 228-3630
2/26 Tue
2/26 Tue Side
by Side Concert 8 pm The University of Dayton and Miami University Orchestra
performs together, with Jiang Liu and Ricardo Averbach, conductors. Miami
University, Oxford, OH 229-3630
2/27 Wed
The
5 Browns 7:30 pm When The 5 Browns sit down at their five Steinway
grand pianos, they transform from Òregular kidsÓ to music dynamos! These
incredibly talented, Juilliard-trained siblings play classical music like
youÕve never heard it before!
Clark State PAC, 300 S. Fountain Ave., Springfield 328-3874
Montgomery WomanÕs Club - Town Hall Lecture
Series: Bill Schustik 11 am ÒThe
American Civil War in Legend and SongÓ
Nothing
captures the essence of the Civil War
quite so well as the music of that era. Bill Schustik will perform these
songs, intertwined with stories and legends he has learned from traveling the
country. KingÕs Island Paramount Theatre inside park, Cincinnati (513) 684-1632 leave message.
Montgomery WomanÕs Club - Town Hall Lecture
Series: Bill Schustik 8 pm (see 2/27)
Sycamore Jr. High School Auditorium, 5757 Cooper Rd, Blue Ash (513) 684-1632 leave message.
And Keep in Mind
Opening
February 29 Ð A
very timely Dayton Theatre Guild production of The Best Man, a Gore Vidal drama about two presidential
candidates who vie for the party nomination, raising the question of what, if
anything, is off limits in the final campaign.
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