Stage and Screen, January 2018
Riverdance: 20th Anniversary World Tour
The international Irish dance phenomenon is back by popular deman. Marking this eagerly-awaited return to stages across North America, the anniversary production features new costumes, new lighting, new projections and the addition of a brand new number, “Anna Livia,” featuring the female members of the Irish dance group in an acapella hard-show number. Make your reservation through the RiverCenter box offive at (706) 256-3612.
Jan. 11, 7:30 – 10:30 p.m., RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, 900 Broadway, Columbus
Pablo Francisco!
Pablo Francisco, one of the most popular touring comedians in the world, will rock the house with peals of laughter at The Loft. Francisco has earned a reputation for his unique talent to weave together his arsenal of off-the-wall characters and spot-on impressions. Francisco draws his audience into his vivid imagination and takes them on a wild ride as they experience his spontaneous outbursts, clever insights and some of the funniest rapid fire comedy ever unleashed.
Jan. 11, 8 – 10:30 p.m., The Loft, 1032 Broadway, Columbus
The State Theatre Gala: Celebrating 30 Years with Paul Pierce
Featuring guest artist, “The King of Hollywood Character Actors,” Stephen Tobolowsky. From the glad-handing Ned Ryerson in Groundhog Day to iconic roles in Spaceballs, Basic Instinct, Bird on a Wire, Memento, Freaky Friday, Deadwood, The Goldbergs, Californiacation and Silicon Valley, Tobolowsky has put his indelible mark on over 100 Hollywood movies and TV series. He is a masterful story-teller with an acclaimed podcast called The Tobolowski Files, and two best-selling books. Special appearances by Debbie Anderson, Pubbles Pity Party and more. For more information, call the box office at (706) 327-3688.
Jan. 13, 6 – 9:30 p.m., Springer Opera House, 103 10th Street, Columbus
A2I Presents: Comedy Night at The Loft
Join Access 2 Independence for a comedy night you won’t want to miss, featuring comedian Jerry Farber. $30 for general admission; VIP packages available.
Jan. 18, 7 – 8:30 p.m., The Loft, 1032 Broadway, Columbus
Way Down Film Society 2018 Kick Off
The Way Down Film Society will kick off its New Year of programming on Wed., Jan 17 at 6 p.m. In Room 213 at Troy University-Phenix City. Bring the food and drink of your choice, watch a film and join in the post-screening discussion. For more information, email Scott Phillips at waydownfilmsociety@gmail.com
Jan. 17, 6 p.m., Room 213 at Troy University-Phenix City, 1510 Whitewater Way, Phenix City, Al.