Fall arts lineup features a variety of events
Grab your calendars and note our picks for the best major events happening this fall in Columbus.
Plan ahead and make reservations early to ensure you won’t miss these top events of the season.
Remember that many of these events are still in the planning stages. It’s always a good idea to call and double check details as event dates approach.
If you see something we’re missing, let us know by dropping us a line at todo@ledger-enquirer.com and let us know what we should add to our list.
September
Through Sept. 23
‘On Drawing’
CSU celebrates the work of art students studying drawing in this exhibition in the Fulcrum Gallery. This window gallery is open for viewing at all times. 1011 Broadway. Free. art.columbustate.edu
Sept. 10
A Year with Frog and Toad
This charming tale of the beloved children’s literature characters Frog and Toad explores the theme that friendship is something that lasts throughout the seasons. Showtimes: 10 a.m. on Sept. 7, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 8, 9, 10, and 2 p.m. Sept. 10. Riverside Theatre, Bay Avenue and 10th Street. $5-$10. Theatre.columbusstate.edu
American Guild of Organists Concert
Enjoy an afternoon of music played by members of the American Guild of Organists. 4 p.m. RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Sept. 12
Alina Sarkisyan, Piano
Staff pianist Alina Sarkisyan performs. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Sept. 15- Oct. 8
‘Cause and Effect: Pictures of The South’
The Do Good Fund presents this photography exhibit in collaboration with CSU’s Art Department. Rankin Photography Art Center, 1004 Broadway. Free. art.columbusstate.edu
Sept. 16
‘Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto’
The Columbus Symphony Orchestra opens its season with guest artist Yun Chin-Zhou playing Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat Major. Know the Score begins at 6:30, concert begins at 7:30. RiverCenter. $20-$38. csoga.org or rivercenter.com
Artist Reception
The creators of “Cause and Effect: Pictures of the South” discuss the exhibit presented in conjunction with the Do Good Project and Columbus State University. 5:30 p.m. Rankin Photography Art Center, 1004 Broadway, Free. art.columbusstate.edu
Tri-City Latino Festival
The 2017 Tri-City Latino Festival features cultural dancing, food, vendors, live music and a kidzone. 12 p.m.-10 p.m. Columbus Civic Center, 400 4th St. Free parking and admission. columbusciviccenter.org
Sept. 17
Jeremy Jouve, Guitar
Guest artist Jeremy Jouve presents an afternoon of works for guitar. 4 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Sept. 21
Schwob Wind Ensemble
The CSU Schwob Wind Ensemble opens their season in Legacy Hall with a concert featuring highlights of the wind orchestra repertoire. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Sept. 22- Oct. 8
‘Dreamgirls’
This Tony award-winning musical by Tom Eyen and Henry Krieger is based on the lives and stories of Motown’s soul group legends like The Supremes and The Shirlies. 7:30 p.m. Sept. 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 and Oct. 5-7. 2:30 p.m. Sept. 24 and Oct. 1, 8. Springer Opera House, 103 10th St. $20-$48. springeroperahouse.org.
Sept. 22-30
‘Murder in Music City’
The Midland Players present a four course murder mystery dinner about a killing at the Ryman when the Opry was held there. 7 p.m. Sept. 22, 23, 29, 30. Midland Lodge, 8701 Garrett Road, Midland. $30 person, with proceeds benefiting local charities. Tickets available online at www.freshtix.com and locally at Creatively Yours Costumes at 2100 18th Ave., Columbus. Contact 706-662-5812 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Sept. 23
Kevin Hart
Comedian Kevin Hart live in Columbus. 7 p.m. RiverCenter. $47-$77. Rivercenter.org
‘Domestic Consumption’ Gallery Talk with Courtney Ryan
Courtney Ryan discusses her show entitled “Domestic Consumption,” which runs through Sept. 23. 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Art Lab, Seaboard Depot Studio Arts Building, 941 Front Avenue. Free. art.columbusstate.edu
Sept. 24
American Chamber Players
The American Chamber Players return to CSU for an afternoon concert of chamber music. 4 p.m. RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Sept. 26
Salon at Six Concert
A special evening of music performed by CSU students and faculty. 6 p.m. Illges Soiree,1428 2nd Ave. $50. Music.columbusstate.edu
Sept. 28-Oct. 28
‘Spectre’
A new exhibit curated by artist Morgan Byrd. Through Oct. 28. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 12 p.m.- 4 p.m. Art Lab, Seaboard Depot Studio Arts Building, 941 Front Avenue. Free. art.columbusstate.edu
Sept. 28-Oct. 28
‘Spectre’
A new exhibit curated by artist Morgan Byrd. Through Oct. 28. Tuesday-Saturday 12 p.m.-4 p.m. Art Lab, Seaboard Depot Studio Arts Building, 941 Front Ave. Free. art.columbusstate.edu
Sept. 28
CSU Wind Ensemble
The Wind Ensemble presents a concert in Legacy Hall. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
‘Spectre’ Curator and Artist Talk and Reception
Morgan Byrd, curator and artist of “Spectre” discusses her new exhibit on its opening night. 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Art Lab, Seaboard Depot Studio Arts Building, 941 Front Ave. Free. art.columbusstate.edu
Sept. 29- Oct. 7
‘The Last Night of Ballyhoo’
This Tony Award winning play by the author of “Driving Miss Daisy” is set in Atlanta 1939. The play examines the anti-Semitism of the South at the time surrounding the Atlanta Jewish community’s annual Ballyhoo ball. 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 29, 30 and Oct. 5, 6, 7, and 2 p.m. Oct. 1. Riverside Theatre, Bay Avenue and 10th Street. $12-$17. Theatre.columbusstate.edu
Sept. 30
Mann’s World Tour
Grammy Award-winning vocalist Tamela Mann joins comedian David Mann for this world tour of concert and comedy show. 7 p.m. RiverCenter. $30-$75. rivercenter.org.
October
Oct. 1
CSU Philharmonic
The CSU Philharmonic presents a concert in Legacy Hall. 4:00 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 2
Eric Zuber, pianist
Eric Zuber, the L. Rexford Whiddon Distinguished Chair in Piano, makes his Columbus debut in Legacy Hall. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Ben Weatherford, Jazz Guitar
Faculty artist Ben Weatherford presents an evening of jazz guitar. 7:30 p.m. Studio Theatre, RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 4
Schwob Jazz Orchestra
Join the Schwob Jazz Orchestra for an evening of jazz standards in Legacy Hall. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 5
Members’ Reception for ‘And Still We Rise’
Celebrate the opening of “And Still We Rise: Race, Culture and Visual Conversations” with curator, artist, lecturer and historian Carolyn L. Mazloomi. Mazloomi brings the work of over 59 modern quilters in this exhibit to examine the moments in history that transformed social justice in America. 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Rd. Members only. Reserve tickets by Sept. 28. Columbusmuseum.com
Oct. 6
‘The True Story of the Three Little Pigs’
The Springer presents this children’s musical about the trial of the wolf vs. the three little pigs. 7 p.m. Oct. 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21. 2 p.m. Oct. 8, 15, and 22. McClure Theatre, Springer Opera House, 103 10th St. $8-$15. springeroperahouse.org
U.S. Army Herald Trumpets, Masterclass
The U.S. Army Herald Trumpets give a masterclass open to the public. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 6- Dec. 30
‘And Still We Rise: Race, Culture and Visual Conversations’
The Women of Color Quilters Network. Cincinnati Museum Center and National Underground Railroad Freedom Center collaborate to bring this powerful exhibit of over 50 story quilts examining the stories of freedom’s heroes like Phillis Wheatley, Frederick Douglass and the Tuskegee Airmen. Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road. Free. Columbusmuseum.com
Oct. 7
‘Mozart & Ravel’
The Columbus Symphony Orchestra present an evening of the music of Mozart and Ravel featuring guest flautist Jim Zellers. Know the Score begins at 6:30, concert begins at 7:30. RiverCenter. $35. csoga.org or rivercenter.com
Market Days Performance
This public performance will feature several CSU Schwob music ensembles at Market Days on Broadway. 10 a.m. 12 p.m. Under the drive awning at the RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
‘Vesna Pavlovic: Lost Art’ Gallery Talk and Reception
Learn more about Vesna Pavlovic’s latest exhibit in this gallery talk and reception on the exhibit’s opening night. 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Illges Gallery, Corn Center for the Visual Arts, 921 Front Avenue. Free. art.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 7- Oct 28
‘Vesna Pavlovic: Lost Art’
Pavlovic’s new exhibit at the Corn Center. Runs through Oct. 28. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday: Noon-4 p.m. Illges Gallery, Corn Center for the Visual Arts, 921 Front Ave. Free. art.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 8
Robert Young, Saxophone
Guest Artist Robert Young presents an afternoon of music for saxophone. 4:00 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 9
‘Martin Luther at 500’
The Columbus Community Orchestra presents an evening of music celebrating the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. 7:30 p.m. St. Mark United Methodist Church, 6795 Whitesville Road. Free. 706-322-3714.
Oct. 9- 28
‘On Painting’
CSU celebrates the work of art students studying painting in this exhibition in the Fulcrum Gallery. This window gallery is open for viewing at all times. 1011 Broadway. Free. art.columbustate.edu
Oct. 10
Schwob Singers Concert
The Schwob Singers open their season with a concert in Legacy Hall. 7:30 p.m. Legacy Hall, RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 11
Peter Wood, Trumpet
Guest artist Peter Wood presents a concert featuring highlights from the trumpet repertoire. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 12
Eric Zuber, Piano
Faculty artist Eric Zuber presents his first solo recital at CSU. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 14
‘Eddie’s Stone Song, Odyssey of the First Pasaquoyan’
A world premiere of the new opera based on the life of artist Eddie Owens Martin. The opera was composed by James Ogburn with Scott Wilkerson as librettist. The premiere will feature Michelle Murphy DeBruyn playing all roles, and the opera will be accompanied by the CSU Contemporary Music Ensemble. 6:30- 8:30 p.m. Pasaquan, 238 Eddie Martin Rd., Buena Vista, Ga. Prices vary. Music.columbusstate.edu
Rickey Smiley & Friends
Enjoy a night of comedy presented by Rickey Smiley and friends. Doors open at 7 p.m. Show begins at 8 p.m. RiverCenter. $39-$49. rivercenter.org
Christopher Hutton, Cello
Guest artist Christopher Hutton performs live in Legacy Hall. 4 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Synovus Fall Festival
Synovus collaborates with several local organizations to host their annual Fall Festival at the Columbus Museum. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 1251 Wynnton Road. Free. Columbusmuseum.com
Oct. 16
Violin and Guitar Studio Recital
Strings, strings, strings. Enjoy a combined concert of the CSU violin and guitar studios. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 17-18
‘Pete the Cat’
It’s time for Pete the Cat to stop rocking out and learn some manners, so he’s sent to live with second grader Jimmy Biddle and his family. Follow along as Pete learns about the important things from Jimmy and his family. Recommended for grades pre-K through 3. 7 p.m. Oct. 17, 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Oct. 17 and 18. RiverCenter. $19. rivercenter.org
Oct. 18
‘The Paint Maker’ Lecture
CSU art department hosts “The Paint Maker” by David Coles. 6-7:30 p.m. Corn Center for the Visual Arts, Crit Space 1, 921 Front Ave. Free. columbusstate.edu/art
Oct. 19
In the Garden Concert: the D.S.O.S. Band
The Young Art Patrons host the D.S.O.S. Band for a night of fun, food and live R&B music. 6-8 p.m. Bradley Olmsted Garden, Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road. Free for YAP member, $10 admission for non-members. Bring your own food and beverages or purchase some from local food trucks. Register online by Oct. 12. columbusmuseum.com
Paintmaking Workshop
Artist David Coles hosts a free workshop on paintmaking. 1:30 p.m.-4 p.m. Corn Center for the Visual Arts, Room 155, 921 Front Ave. Free. columbusstate.edu/art
Oct. 21
‘Khashimov Plays Brahms’
Guest artist Nadir Khashimov joins the Columbus Symphony Orchestra to play Brahms’ Concerto for Violin and Orchestra in D Major. The concert will also feature works by Beethoven and Grieg. Know the Score begins at 6:30, concert begins at 7:30. RiverCenter. $20-$38. csoga.org or rivercenter.com
CSU Percussion Ensemble
The students of Paul Vaillancourt present an afternoon concert with highlights of the percussion repertoire. 4 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Jens Marggraf Composition Recital
Jens Marggraf presents a recital of his compositions. 4 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 21
McIntosh County Shouters Concert
The McIntosh County Shouters have preserved the ring shout and will perform a concert of this rare historic folk music. 3-4 p.m. Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road. Free. Columbusmuseum.com
Ladies’ Night Out Featuring Jagged Edge
Jagged Edge comes to Columbus for the ladies featuring other artists including Lyfe Jennings, Lloyd and Sammie and Avant. 7:30 p.m. Columbus Civic Center, 400 4th St. $27.50-$57.50 and $5 to park. Columbusciviccenter.org
Oct. 22
Michelle Debruyn Studio Recital
The students of Michelle Debruyn in concert. 2 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
SoloDuo
Guest Artists SoloDuo live in concert. 4 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Horn Ensemble Concert
The CSU Horn Ensemble presents an evening concert. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 23
Student Composers Concert
CSU on the Composition Studies tract present their work in concert. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 24
Salon at Six Concert
A special evening of music performed by CSU students and faculty. 6 p.m. Illges Soiree, 1428 Second Ave. $50. music.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 25
Trumpet Ensemble Concert
CSU’s Trumpet Ensemble in concert presenting highlights of the brass repertoire. 7:30 p.m. Legacy Hall, RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 26
Faculty Woodwind Trio
The Off Broadway Faculty Trio presents an evening of music for oboe, bassoon and piano. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 27
Casting Crowns
The popular Christian band brings their tour of “The Next Big Thing” through Columbus. 7 p.m. Columbus Civic Center, 400 4th St. $25-$75 and $5 to park. columbusciviccenter.org.
Oct. 29
Sergiu Schwartz Studio Recital
The students of Sergiu Schwartz in concert. 4 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
CSU Trombone Ensemble
CSU’s Trombone Ensemble in concert presenting highlights of the brass repertoire. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Oct. 30
Saxophone Studio Recital
A recital of saxophone repertoire in Legacy Hall. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
November
Nov. 1
Bassoon Studio Recital
Students of Ronald Wirt in concert. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Nov. 2-19
‘Million Dollar Quartet’
This Tony Award Winning musical is set on Dec. 4, 1956, when an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for the greatest impromptu recording session of all time. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 2, 3, 4, 9-11, 16-18 and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 5, 12 and 19. McClure Theatre, Springer Opera House, 103 Tenth Street. $17-$37. springeroperahouse.org
Nov. 3
‘Listen & Laugh Tour’
Comedians Sommore, Michael Baisden, Earthquake and George Willborn team up for this hilarious show in Bill Heard Theatre. 8 p.m. RiverCenter. $47-$67. rivercenter.org
CSU Jazz Combo at The Loft
The students of Kevin Whalen perform live at the The Loft. 7-10 p.m. The Loft, 1032 Broadway. Prices vary. Theloft.com or music.columbusstate.edu
Woodwind Chamber Concert
A chamber concert of music for woodwinds. 11 a.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Nov. 3-11
‘Love’s Labour’s Lost’
Shakespeare’s early comedy about a king who embarks with his friends on a three-year fast from rich food, fine wine and the company of women. Showtimes: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 3, 4, 9, 10, 11 and 2 p.m. Nov. 5. . Riverside Theatre, Bay Avenue and 10th Street. $12-$17. Theatre.columbusstate.edu
Nov. 4
Steeplechase
Callaway Gardens presents this annual horserace to benefit the fine arts in Columbus. All day. Callaway Gardens, Pine Mountain. Prices vary. steeplechaseatcallaway.org
Nov. 5
Schwob Concerto Competition Final Round
CSU students compete in concert for the coveted Concerto Finalist awards. 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Natalie Higgins, horn
CSU faculty member Natalie Higgins presents a recital highlighting selections from the horn repertoire. 4 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Nov. 6- Dec. 2
‘On Sculpture’
CSU celebrates the work of art students studying sculpture in this exhibition in the Fulcrum Gallery. This window gallery is open for viewing at all times. 1011 Broadway. Free. art.columbustate.edu
Nov. 8
Woodwind Chamber Concert
The Woodwind Chamber ensemble presents an evening concert. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Veterans Day Concert
The Columbus Community Orchestra joins with the Bob Barr Band for a concert to honor America’s Veterans. 7:30 p.m. St. Mark United Methodist Church, 6795 Whitesville Road. Free. 706-322-3714.
Nov. 9
‘Celebration of Veterans’
Join the Columbus Symphony Orchestra for an evening of American music celebrating our veterans. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. $20-$38. Csoga.org or rivercenter.org
‘Voices & Visions: Community Conversations with the Arts’
Dawn Williams Boyd, Renee Allen and Linda Camp host this Voices & Visions conversation about quilting and the fiber arts. 6-7:30 p.m. Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road. Columbusmuseum.com
Artist Talk by Tra Bouscaren, ‘Floating Landscapes’
Bouscaren discusses her newest exhibit “Floating Landscapes” on its opening night. 5:30-7 p.m. Illges Gallery, Corn Center for the Visual Arts, 921 Front Ave. Exhibit runs through Dec. 9. Free. art.columbusstate.edu
Nov. 10
Schwob Jazz Orchestra at The Loft
The students of Kevin Whalen perform live at The Loft. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. The Loft, 1032 Broadway. Prices vary. Theloft.com or music.columbusstate.edu
Nov. 11
‘ELF’
The hit holiday musical about Buddy the Elf comes to Columbus. 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. $57-$62. rivercenter.org
Oboe Studio Recital
The students of Lisa Oberlander in concert. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Nov. 12
String Chamber Orchestra
The Schwob String Chamber Orchestra live in concert. 4 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Guitar and Voice Studio Recital
A combined studio recital featuring music for guitar and voice. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Nov. 13
CSU Wind Orchestra Concert
The CSU Wind Orchestra in concert with a program featuring highlights of the wind orchestra repertoire. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Nov. 14-15
‘Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo’
Prehistoric creatures come alive in this show recommended for ages 5 and up. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14, 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Nov 15. Evening performance $29-$49, Matinee $19. Rivercenter.org
CSU Jazz Combo at The Loft
The students of Kevin Whalen perform live at The Loft. 7-10 p.m. The Loft, 1032 Broadway. Prices vary. Theloft.com or music.columbusstate.edu
Woodwind Chamber Concert
A chamber concert of music for woodwinds. 11 a.m. RiverCenter. Free. music.columbusstate.edu
Nov. 16
‘Fashioned for FLOTUS: The Alma Thomas — Michelle Obama Quilt’
Master quilt maker Cathy Fussell was asked by the Congressional Club to make a quilt for first lady Michelle Obama. Hear her experience and the process of creating the trip. Noon- 1 p.m. Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road. Free, but to purchase a $10 lunch contact the museum by Nov. 13. columbusmuseum.com
Conversations with Stacy Kranitz
Photographer Stacy Kranitz presents an art lecture. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Seaboard Depot, 941 Front Ave. Free. art.columbusstate.edu
Nov. 17-Jan. 1
Fantasy in Lights
Callaway Gardens presents its annual holiday light show featuring over 8 million lights. Through Jan. 1, 2018. Callaway Gardens, Pine Mountain. Prices vary. callawaygardens.com
CSU Wind Ensemble Concert
The CSU Schwob Wind Ensemble presents a concert featuring highlights of the wind repertoire. 7 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Nov. 17-18
Conductor’s Workshop
Schwob School of Music hosts their annual conductor’s workshop. All day. Legacy Hall and Studio Theatre, RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Nov. 28
CSU Choral Union Concert
The Choral Union presents a concert featuring highlights from the choral repertoire. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Nov. 28- Dec. 9
‘Senior Thesis Exhibition’
The seniors of CSU’s Art Department present their thesis exhibition. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday Noon-4 p.m. Illges Gallery, Corn Center for the Visual Arts, 921 Front Ave. Free. art.columbusstate.edu
Nov. 30
‘Vesna Pavlović: Lost Art’ Special Project
Pavlovic presents a special performance and reception as a special project related to her exhibit at CSU. 5:30-7 p.m. Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road. Free. art.columbusstate.edu.
December
Dec. 1
Broadway Ball
The second Broadway Ball to benefit CSU’s new Department of Dance. This year’s event will feature special guest speaker Mercedes Ellington who is a Broadway dancer, choreographer and the granddaughter of Duke Ellington. 6 p.m. RiverMill Event Centre, 3715 First Ave. Prices vary. theatre.columbusstate.edu
Dec. 1-3
Fancy Nancy’s Splendiferous Christmas
Fancy Nancy is excited about decorating for Christmas, but can Christmas still be splendiferous if they don’t turn out the way Nancy planned? 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1 and 2, 10 a.m. Dec. 2, and 2 p.m. Dec. 3. Riverside Theatre, Bay Avenue and 10th Street. $5-$10. Theatre.columbusstate.edu
Dec. 1-23
‘Newsies’
Disney’s Tony Award-winning musical tells the captivating story of the 1899 New York newspaper boy strike. Led by 17-year-old runaway Jack Kelly, an army of orphaned street kids takes on the world’s most powerful publishing empire and shuts it down. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1, 2, 8, 9, 14-16, and 21-23. 2:30 p.m. Dec. 3, 10, and 17. Springer Opera House, 103 10th St. $27-$52. springeroperahouse.org
Dec. 2
‘Dirty Dancing’
You’ll have the time of your life at this hit movie-turned-musical featuring 35 hit songs. 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. $57-$62. rivercenter.org
Holiday Brass Concert
A concert of holiday music featuring students of the brass studios at CSU. 2:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Guitar and Poetry Concert
Guitarists and poets collaborate for this concert. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Dec. 3
Schwob Philharmonic Concert
The Schwob Philharmonic completes their semester with an afternoon concert. 4 p.m. RiverCenter . Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Dec. 4
Guitar Studio Recital
The students of Andrew Zohn live in concert. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Dec. 5
CCO Christmas Concert
The Columbus Community Orchestra presents their annual Christmas concert. 7:30 p.m. St. Mark United Methodist Church, 6795 Whitesville Road. Free. 706-322-3714.
Dec. 9
Choir of Clare College at Cambridge
A concert of ‘Music for the Church Year’ from this award-winning choir from England. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. $39. rivercenter.org
‘Senior Thesis Exhibition’ Reception
A reception honoring the artists featured in this year’s ‘Senior Thesis Exhibition’ at CSU. 4 p.m.- 6 p.m. Illges Gallery, Corn Center for the Visual Arts, 921 Front Ave. Free. art.columbusstate.edu
Dec. 9-10
‘The Nutcracker’
Columbus Ballet presents their annual production of ‘The Nutcracker.’ Showtimes: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9 and 2:30 p.m. Dec. 10. RiverCenter. Prices vary. thecolumbusballet.net
Dec. 11
Voices of the Valley
Voices of the Valley presents their holiday concert. 7 p.m. RiverCenter. Free. Music.columbusstate.edu
Dec. 14-23
‘A Tuna Christmas: The Next Generation’
Over 60,000 Columbus art supporters have made this play a Christmas tradition in their homes. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 14-16, 19-23 and 2:30 p.m. Dec. 17. McClure Theatre, Springer Opera House, 103 10th St. $17-$37. Springeroperahouse.org
Dec. 18-19
‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’
The Emmy and Peabody Award-winning show comes to Columbus. 6:30 p.m. Dec. 18, 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Dec. 19. RiverCenter. $19-$39. Rivercenter.org
Dec. 19
Cantus Christmas and the Vega Quartet
Cantus Columbus performs their annual Christmas concert, “Message of the Season-Music of the Masters,” with the Vega Quartet. 7:30 p.m. RiverCenter. rivercenter.org.
This story was originally published September 9, 2017 at 10:02 PM with the headline "Fall arts lineup features a variety of events."