The Organ Symphony by Erie Philharmonic Date : April 8 Time : 8 p . m . Address : Warner Theater , 811 State Street ,
Erie Contact : eriephil . org , or 814.455.1375
The 2016-17 season ends in April with sonic splendor , featuring Bach / Elgar ’ s Fantasia and Fugue , Vaughan Williams ’ Dona Nobis Pacem and Saint-Saëns ’ Symphony No . 3 . Visit the website for ticket information and other details .
Spring Inspiration
Broadway in Erie : ‘ The Illusionists ’ Date : April 17 Times : 5:30 and 7:30 p . m . Address : Warner Theater , 811 State Street ,
Erie
Contact : nacentertainment . com / cities / erie , or 814.452.4857 Direct from Broadway is the world ’ s bestselling magic show ! This mind-blowing spectacular showcases the jaw-dropping talents of some of the most incredible illusionists on Earth . “ The Illusionists ” has shattered box-office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever to be seen on stage . This non-stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions .
Mercyhurst Dance Department Presents ‘ The Sleeping Beauty ( Act III )’ Dates : April 28-30 Time : 7 p . m . Address : Mary D ’ Angelo Performing Arts
Center , 501 East 38th Street , Erie Contact : miac . mercyhurst . edu
Coupled with George Balanchine ’ s Concerto Barocco , a signature work of New York City Ballet , Act III of “ The Sleeping Beauty ,” featuring music by Tchaikovsky , celebrates Princess Aurora ’ s royal wedding . Guests include her court princesses , fairies , Puss in Boots , Red Riding Hood , and many more ! The Friday evening gala performance will benefit SafeNet and the Jenni-Lyn Watson Memorial Scholarship Fund .
Mid-Day Art Break at the Erie Art Museum Dates : Starting June 7 . Check the website for the additional dates . Time : Noon to 1 p . m . Address : 411 State Street , Erie Contact : erieartmuseum . org , or 814.459.5477 Take a break from work and get rejuvenated ! Stop down to the art museum ’ s 5th Street patio for Mid-Day Art Break ! Pick up lunch at the Wave Café and check out the live music series featuring the most talented local musicians in the area ! Free gallery tours are offered at 12:30 and 1 p . m . Visit the website for a schedule of performances and for other details .
Talent Share at Blasco Library Date : May 9 Time : 6 p . m . Address : Peninsula Room , Blasco Memorial
Library , 160 East Front Street , Erie Contact : erielibrary . org , or 814.451.6927
Join in Blasco Library ’ s Tuesday night open mic talent share ! Bring your instrument , your voice , and your talent and show who you are . The library encourages all forms of open mic creativity , starting with music and ending wherever the evening leads . For ages 12 to 18 , adults and seniors .
For Foodies
Erie ’ s Wild Rib Cook-Off and Music Festival Date : May 31 Address : Perry Square , Downtown Erie Contact : erieribfest . com , or 814.899.5177
Numerous vendors compete for title of Best Ribs . Food , musical entertainment and family fun . Visit the website for more information .
Mac n ’ Cheese 2.0 Date : April 2 Address : Concourse of Union Station ,
121 West 14th Street , Erie Contact : eriephil . org / mac , or 814.455.1375
This family-friendly tasting competition hosted by the Erie Philharmonic will be presented in conjunction with the Disney Favorites concert scheduled for April 1 , and will include all-you-can-eat mac n ’ cheese , characters in costume and much more ! Each dish requires two ingredients — macaroni and cheese . It ’ s up to each restaurant to decide how to best combine these two amazing items . Visit the website for more information .
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