THE TOP 10 EVENTS THIS WEEK
A celebration of National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, a tuneful account of a rock icon’s legendary career, a new era of dance for Dayton Ballet, and an appearance by a multiple Emmy nominee are among notable events around Dayton this weekend.
1. Tina - The Tina Turner Musical
When: Through Apr. 14; 8 p.m. Friday; 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday; and 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday Where: Schuster Center, 1 W. Second St., Dayton Details: Staged by Tony Award nominee Phyllida Lloyd — best known for directing the films “Mamma Mia!” and “The Iron Lady” — “Tina” features over 20 classics, including “Nutbush City Limits,” “River Deep-Mountain High,” “Proud Mary,” “What’s Love Got to Do With It?” and “We Don’t Need Another Hero (Thunderdome)” to name a few. Cost: $29-$119 More info: 937-228-3630 or daytonlive. org
2. “New Beginnings”
When: Through Apr. 14; 7:30 Friday and Saturday, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday Where: Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St. Dayton Details: Dayton Ballet Artistic Director Brandon Ragland handpicked the repertoire for this performance. Selections include George Balanchine’s “Valse-Fantaisie” (music by Mikhail Glinka), Adam Hougland’s “Cold Virtues” (music by Philip Glass), and Ragland’s world premiere “In Pieces” (music by Max Richter). These selections provide a sampling of his vision for the next generation of the historic company. Cost: $5-$88.50 More info: 937-228-3630 or daytonperformingarts.org
3. University of Dayton’s Glass Center Community Open House
When: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 13 Where: Roger Glass Center for the Arts, 29 E. Creative Way, Dayton Details: Tour the new space and enjoy an afternoon of visual arts and creative performances by the Common Good Players, World Music Choir, University of Dayton Dance Ensemble, University of Dayton Faculty Woodwind Trio, Dayton Ballet and many others. Cost: Free More info: 937-229-5000 or visit udayton. edu/artssciences/about/facilities/glasscenter-arts/glass-center-events.php
4. The Cleverlys
When: 8 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 13 Where: Sorg Opera House, 63 S. Main St., Middletown Details: The Cleverlys return to Sorg Opera House by popular demand. The off-kilter Americana act, which has been described as a litter of puppies spawned by Earl Scruggs, Dolly Parton and Spinal Tap, is known for bluegrass covers of popular songs presented with a distinctive comedic flourish. Nothing is off limits, from Radiohead and Beck to Destiny’s Child and Black Eyed Peas. (Don Thrasher) Cost: Advance tickets are $25 reserved seating, $30 premium seating and $35 super premium seating More info: 513-428-5529 or sorgoperahouse.org
5. Paul Reiser
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 13 Where: Arbogast Performing Arts Center, 500 S. Dorset Rd. Troy Details: Enjoy an evening of comedy with the actor, TV writer, author and comedian best known for his Emmy-nominated role on NBC’s hit 1990s comedy “Mad About You,” which he co-created and starred in with Helen Hunt. He currently stars as Dr. Sam Owens on the Netflix drama “Stranger Things.” Cost: $20-$65 More info: 937-418-8392 or arbogastpac.com
6. Woof Walk
When: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 13. Tours will depart at 9 and 10 a.m. Where: Woodland Cemetery, 118 Woodland Ave., Dayton Details: Humans and their sociable dogs can come to the cemetery for a historic tour through the beautiful grounds of Woodland. SICSA will be on site with information about their organization. Cost: Free but registration is required. More info: 937-228-3221 or woodlandcemetery.org
7. Spring Into Health 5K
When: 2 p.m. Sunday, Apr. 14 Where: Kettering College, 3737 Southern Blvd., Kettering Details: This race is a fundraiser for The Big Brother Big Sisters Miami Valley and the Kettering Health Young Professionals group. Packet pick-up begins at noon. Cost: $30 More info: runsignup.com
8. Dayton Grilled Cheese Fest
When: 5-9 p.m. Friday, Apr. 12 Where: Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E. Fourth St., Dayton Details: Attention foodies! This inaugural event features over 20 vendors offering their take on grilled cheese. Cost: Free entry More info: yellowcabfoodtrucks.com 9. “La Chimera” When: Through Apr. 18: 2:30 p.m., 5:15 p.m., 7:50 p.m. Fri.; 1:15 p.m., 4:15 p.m., 7:15 p.m., Sat.-Sun.; 3:30 p.m., 7:15 p.m., Mon.-Thur. Where: Neon Movies, 130 E. Fifth St., Dayton Details: Josh O’Connor (“The Crown”) and Isabella Rossellini star in this new fantasy/comedy about lost love praised as “uniquely magical” by Hollywood Reporter. Cost: $6.50-$10.50 More info: 937-222-7469 or neonmovies.com
10. Spring Wein Tasting & Food Pairing
When: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Apr. 14 Where: Dayton Liederkranz-Turner German Club, 1400 E. Fifth St., Dayton Details: Enjoy seven weins from Germany and the surrounding area paired with small bites to savor. Cost: $45 More info: daytongermanclub.org