Sauerkraut, Stowe, Summermusik, Shakespeare, Superstar, Sexton. Not that we’re keeping track of the alphabet or anything, but check out the letter “S” this week. How about great food in Waynesville, a visit to the Harriet Beecher Stowe House for pb&j or an iconic musical about Jesus and some supper? Stroll down “Abbey Road” or across the Purple People Bridge with Summermusik for a unique exhibit. The rest of the ABCs are also well-represented. Go ahead, Sing that Song while you check it all out.
Wednesday, Oct. 9
Cincinnati Museum Center, “Capturing Life” (1838-1869) | 6 p.m. 1301 Western Ave., Queensgate. 513-287-7000. DETAILS: This biennial celebration of all things photo and film continues with the premiere of a one-hour documentary examining the impact of photography in Cincinnati as the city became a major commercial center of the Midwest. Ezekiel Hawkins, Charles Fontayne, William S. Porter, James Presley Ball, and Charles and Mary Waldack, Cincinnati’s first generation of photographers, captured the culture, identity and history of the city, changing the way we viewed ourselves and each other. This is the first episode of a documentary series, “The Big Picture: A History of Photography in Greater Cincinnati.” The film showing repeats later in the month at NKU and the main branch of the Public Library.
Memorial Hall, Martin Sexton “Abbey Road Show“ | 8 p.m., 1225 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. 513-977-8838. DETAILS: American singer-songwriter and acoustic guitarist Martin Sexton makes a stop at the MEMO to share his imaginative renditions of the iconic Beatles album. Sexton’s stated mission is one of unity through music with a commitment to sharing peace and harmony through song. We can sure use some of that, right now. Good seats still available.
Thursday, Oct. 10
Clifton Cultural Arts Center, Faux Frenchmen | 6:30 p.m. 3412 Clifton Ave., Clifton. 513-497-2860. DETAILS: Enjoy Cincinnati’s own Faux Frenchmen on The Rooftop for a relaxing sunset concert. The CCAC’s fully-stocked bar, great music and lots of community will make this Thursday night special.
Harriet Beecher Stowe House, Linton Peanut Butter & Jam Sessions | 6:30 p.m. 2950 Gilbert Ave., Walnut Hills. 513-751-0651. DETAILS: Explore music from around the world in PB&J’s fall offering of “A World of Music.” The historic and newly renovated Harriet Beecher Stowe House is the setting for this week’s program of music offered up by the flute, harp and cello. Expose your children to classical music in this free, engaging and SHORT concert of pieces for young, growing minds. This program repeats at locations all over town through Nov. 23.
Summermusik, “More than Meets the Eye” (Foto Focus) | 6 p.m., Sawyer Point Building, 720 Pete Rose Way. 513-723-1182. DETAILS: Stories of peace, hope and resilience are featured in this FotoFocus featured project of music, art and storytelling, a follow-up to last year’s visit by Little Amal, the large puppet of a young Syrian refugee making her way across the USA. After this one-hour concert, join with others to walk across the Purple People Bridge to view the Photographic Narratives exhibition.
Friday, Oct. 11
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, “Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein” | 7:30 p.m. 1195 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. 513-381-2273. DETAILS: “A new spin on a gothic tale.” CSC wants you to know this is no ordinary “Frankenstein.” We all know Mary Shelley’s story of the maker and the monster, but do we really know who the real threat is? Enjoy this spine-tingling take on the classic story just in time for Halloween. Runs through Nov. 2.
Xavier University Theatre, “Jesus Christ Superstar” | 7:30 p.m. Gallagher Student Center Theater, 3800 Victory Parkway, Evanston. 513-745-3578. DETAILS: Now if this isn’t a blast from the past. Andrew Lloyd Weber’s rock-opera with lyrics by Tim Rice premiered in 1971, but has continued to grace stages all over the world since. Based loosely on the Gospels’ accounts of the Passion, the musical has won numerous awards, launched the careers of many an actor and remains a mainstay in our collective musical theater conscience. Runs through Oct. 20.
Saturday, Oct. 12
City Flea | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Washington Park, 1230 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. DETAILS: Oh, no! The last Flea of the summer season! Don’t miss it. Bring imagination and $$$. Support local artists and craftswomen and men. Food trucks, vendors and The Porch are there to handle your refreshment needs.
Ohio Sauerkraut Festival | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Main St., Waynesville. DETAILS: Sauerkraut. Either you do or you don’t. Waynesville does it up right, though, with lots of sauerkraut favorites (yes, pizza), shopping and the charm of a small town. All food vendors are sponsored by local area nonprofit organizations. Repeats Sunday.
Xavier University Music Series, Ana Vidovic, classical guitar | 2 p.m. Bellarmine Chapel, 3800 Victory Parkway, Evanston. 513-745-3578. DETAILS: Croatian guitarist Ana Vidovic performs in the intimacy of the Bellarmine Chapel for the next installment of this popular music series. Known for her “beautiful tone, precise technique, well-defined phrasing and thoughtful artistry and musicianship,” Vidovic has had an extensive international career and is a graduate of the Peabody Conservatory of Music.
Sunday, Oct. 13
Cincinnati Contemporary Jazz Orchestra, Jazz@First Series | 2 p.m. First Unitarian Church, 536 Linton St., Avondale. 513-281-1564. DETAILS: Grammy Award-nominated NYC jazz trombonist John Fedchock headlines Jazz@First. He explores the American Songbook and some unique arrangements and adaptations for the trombone. Music director for the Woody Herman Orchestra for many years, Fedchock is a native of Cleveland and graduate of The Ohio State University.
Matinée Musicale, Hanick Hawley Duo | 3 p.m. Memorial Hall, 1225 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. 513-977-8838. DETAILS: Pianist Conor Hanick and clarinetist Richie Hawley “seek to reinvigorate the repertoire for clarinet and piano” in this collaboration for Matinee Musicale’s season opener. Former principal clarinetist of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Hawley regularly appears on international stages as soloist and chamber musician. Hanick is on the piano and chamber music faculty at the Julliard School and Peabody Institute of Music.
Playhouse in the Park, “Rutka: A New Musical” | 2 p.m. 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Eden Park. 513-421-3888. DETAILS: A new indie-rock musical makes its world premiere right here in the Queen City. Based on the true story of Rutka – a 14-year-old girl living in 1943 war-torn Poland – the musical follows her diary, “Rutka’s Notebook.” Full of typical teen angst and drama, the musical is set against a not-so-normal backdrop of crisis and destruction. The story takes a turn into the Jewish Ghetto that Rutka, her family and friends are forced to navigate. Lana Schwartz performs the title role. Runs through Nov. 10.
Monday, Oct. 14
Taft Theatre, Jim Henson’s “Labyrinth: In Concert” | 7:30 p.m. 317 E. Fifth St., downtown. 513-232-6220. DETAILS: Movies in concert are all the rage these days and with good reason. A film with great music is a treat to watch when the music is live, right in the theatre with you. Experience Jim Henson (yes, the puppet guy) and David Bowie’s masterpiece “Labyrinth” accompanied by a live rock band, synth, percussion and amazing lighting effects, right in the theater with you. Travel to Goblin City in style and experience this cult classic. One night only.
Tuesday, Oct. 15
Woodward Theater, “Feet in the Sand” (FotoFocus) | 7:30 p.m., 1404 Main St., Over-the-Rhine. 513-345-7981. DETAILS: The first film in the three-part series Caribbean Eye: Auteur Cinema from Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, “Feet in the Sand” centers on the relationship between two immigrants in Puerto Rico in precarious situations, both struggling to consolidate their lives in a new country. The Caribbean boasts a new and emerging film culture with many that have already won prestigious international competitions. Caribbean Eye continues at the Woodward on Oct. 21 and 22 and NKU, Oct. 28.
Young Professionals Choral Collective, “Woven in Song” | 7:30 p.m. School for the Creative and Performing Arts, 108 W. Central Parkway, Over-the-Rhine. 513-363-8000. DETAILS: YPCC opens its 13th season with “Tapestry,” a celebration of the rich, colorful and diverse threads that make up our community. Cincinnati has a long and impressive choral tradition supporting numerous community and professional groups and excellent church choirs across the city. This first concert of YPCC’s season, celebrates the rich diversity of these voices and experiences and their power to unify.
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