April 8
Black Violin
7:30 p.m.
Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St., Columbus
This classically trained Florida duo pushes genre boundaries with their violin and viola used for a hip-hop inspired sound. Joined onstage by a drummer and DJ, this performance works to break down cultural and racial barriers.
Courtesy of Hard Day's Night
April 8, 9
Hard Day's Night
7:30 p.m.
Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St., Columbus
This Beatle's tribute act goes for an authentic homage to the original Fab Four. The Cleveland-based group uses the same gear as The Beatles and wears replica outfits. And, of course, they play many of the band's most beloved tracks.
April 8-10
BalletMet presents Cinderella
Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St.
BalletMet takes on this classic story with music by Sergei Prokofiev. The performance features updated choreography by BalletMet's own Edwaard Liang.
April 9
Westerville Art Hop
1-5 p.m.
Uptown Westerville
Historic Uptown Westerville turns into a walkable art exhibit for this fun series. More than 30 locations will feature artists or galleries. Little Ladies Soft Serve and Donna's Delicious Dozen will be on hand to satisfy your sweet tooth as well.
April 10
New Albany Symphony presents Messiah
3 p.m.
Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts, 100 E. Dublin Granville Rd., New Albany
Considered the most performed classical work of all time, there's no disputing the popularity of Handel's Messiah. Featuring the famous "Hallelujah Chorus," this is an iconic work. Though commonly considered a Christmas composition, the piece debuted during Lent in 1742. The New Albany Symphony will conjure that spirit 280 years later.
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Cameron Carr is an editor at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at ccarr@cityscenemediagroup.com.
