1. Standing Room Only Theatre presents Hair (March 6-15)
Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549 Franklin Ave.
The 1960s rock musical about hippies set during the Vietnam War is SRO’s spring production. http://www.srotheatre.org
2. Blooms & Butterflies (March 7 – Sept. 27)
Franklin Park Conservatory, 1777 E. Broad St.
Hundreds of butterflies take flight at Franklin Park Conservatory from spring through early fall. An opening day breakfast will run from 8 a.m. to noon March 7. http://www.fpconservatory.org
3. The Acting Company presents Macbeth (March 11, 8 p.m.)
Southern Theatre, 21 E. Main St.
Courtesy of CAPA, the well-known acting ensemble whose members have included Kevin Kline and Patti LuPone brings one of Shakespeare’s greatest tragedies to Columbus. http://www.capa.com
4. Shen Yun Performing Arts (March 11-12)
Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St.
This classical ethnic, folk and story-based dance performance represents 5,000 years of Chinese culture. http://www.shenyunperformingarts.org
5. Best Legs in a Kilt Contest (March 13, 5:30-7:30 p.m.)
Brazenhead Irish Pub, 56 N. High St., Dublin
Dublin’s sixth annual Best Legs in a Kilt Contest, sponsored by Ha’penny Bridge Imports, pits 17 competitors against one another in an evening of competition that also includes entertainment from Irish dancers and a bagpiper. Cheer on CityScene Managing Editor Garth Bishop as he defends his title as reigning champion. http://www.irishisanattitude.com
DON’T FORGET! Arnold Sports Festival (March 5-8)
Throughout Columbus
It’s time once again for Arnold Schwarzenegger’s massive celebration of sports and athleticism to take over Columbus. New additions to this year’s festival include the Arnold Kids Fitness Expo, a model search, professional men’s and women’s physique competitions, pickleball, soccer, youth equestrian, disc golf and the WWE Experience, including meet-and-greets, tryouts and a live NXT event on March 5. http://www.arnoldsportsfestival.com
