Youngstown Events | Upcoming Major Events | November/December – We give priority to the greater Youngstown-Warren area, Columbiana County and western Pennsylvania. Email questions or suggestions to in**@me**********.net or call 330-259-0435. A list of upcoming major events (through January 2024) appears in the December/January print edition.
NOVEMBER
An Evening With: Larry The Cable Guy. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 800-745-3000. www.packardmusichall.com…. Ticketmaster.com……. 7:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 3. Tickets start at $35.
Easy Street Productions Presents Gotta Dance. Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. ”Gotta Dance! A Celebration of Broadway’s Best!” reimagines the masterpieces created by legendary Broadway choreographers. Easy Street founders Maureen Collins and Todd Hancock will host and the performance is choreographed by Megan Cleland. Principal performers include James McClellan, Colleen Chance, Mary Jo Maluso, Katy Collins, Candace Campana, Robert Kozar, and Brendan Boyle. The show also features Easy Street veterans Rosie Jo Neddy and Natalie Kovacs (back from New York City), and a cast of over 100 singers, dancers and Little Rascals. Don Yallech is musical director. The Easy Street Little Big Band will perform an score of a multitude of musical genres. 7:30 p.m., Friday, Nov., 3; 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 4; and 2:30 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 5. Call for ticket information.
Karen Knotts – Tied Up in Knotts. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. Karen Knotts will perform her 90-minute multi-media stage show, “Tied up in Knotts,” a tribute to her father, five-time Emmy Award winner Don Knotts. She’ll share stories about her father’s career and her life growing up on the set of “The Andy Griffith Show.” 8 p.m., Friday, Nov. 3. $25.
Average White Band. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. The Average White Band is regarded as one of the top soul, R&B, and jazz-funk groups=. The group broke with the instrumental “Pick Up the Pieces” and continued the groove with “Cut the Cake.” Other notables include “Queen Of My Soul,” “Walk On By,” “Atlantic Avenue” and “Let’s Go Round Again,” “Schoolboy Crush,” and “Person To Person.”The group has earned multiple gold and platinum albums and three Grammy nominations. The group features originals Alan Gorrie and Onnie McIntyre, along with Freddy V., Cliff Lyons, Rob Aries, Rocky Bryant, and Brent Carter. 8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 4. $55-$35.
“Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine will perform. 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 7. $85-$45.
Warren Civic Music Association: Splish Splash! The Music of Bobby Darin. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren 44483. 330-841-293, 330-399-4885. Las Vegas entertainer Ron Gartner honors the legacy of Bobby Darin with a multi-media show featuring Darin’s most familiar material, including the million-selling pop smash “Splish Splash.” Gartner’s show will include stories, remembrances and signature material like “Beyond the Sea” and “Mack the Knife.” 7 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 8. $125 (season), $40 (single ticket).
Youngstown Mob Talk Presents: CAVBOMB “A Blast From the Past.” Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-259-0555. www.stambaughauditorium.com…. In 1962, a Mafia bombing on Youngstown’s North Side killed racketeer “Cadillac Charlie” Cavallaro and his young son, Tommy. Another son, Charlie Jr., was badly injured. Sixty years later, “Youngstown Mob Talk” co-hosts James Naples and Johnny Chechitelli will welcome Charlie Jr. back to town, along with special guest Cecil Moses, the last surviving FBI agent to work the case. In this special two-hour event, the group will explore the circumstances leading up to the bombing as well as the FBI investigation and the aftermath of the crime itself. A VIP dinner before the show will be emceed by Jimmy Mulidore, a legendary jazz musician who grew up with the Naples brothers in Youngstown and went on to a successful career in Las Vegas, where he played alongside Elvis, Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand and many others. 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 10. $105-$35.
Dokken/BulletBoys. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. Dokken exploded during Los Angeles’ 1980s hard rock/heavy metal scene. Classic albums include “Tooth and Nail,” “Under Lock and Key,” and “Back for the Attack.” The group includes Don Dokken (vocals), Mick Brown (drums), Jon Levin (guitar) and Chris McCarvill (bass). BulletBoys was formed in 1986 and features founding member/front man Marq Torien, guitarist Ira Black (formerly of Lizzy Borden, Dokken, and Metal Church); bassist Brad Lang (formerly of Y&T, Burning Rain), and drummer Fred Aching (Powerflo and Billy Bio). 8 p.m., Friday, Nov. 10.
Gary Puckett & The Union Gap with The Classics IV. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. Gary Puckett’s distinctive voice dominated pop radio in the 1960s and ’70s. The hits include “Young Girl,” “Woman Woman,” and “This Girl Is A Woman Now.” The Classics IV’s atmospheric hitsinclude “Spooky,” “Stormy,” “Traces,” and “Everyday With You Girl.” 8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 11. $79-$40.
The Tenors. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. The Tenors reinterpret familiar hits and blend classical music, pop, classic rock, folk and original compositions. The event includes a meet and greet. 7 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 12.
TobyMac, MercyMe, and Zach Williams. Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 1-800-745-3000. covellicentre.com…. 7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 16. $130.75, $88.50, $67.25, $56.75, $47.25, $35.50.
Skillet and Theory of a Deadman: Rock Resurrection Tour. Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 1-800-745-3000. covellicentre.com…. 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 17. $59.50, $49.50.
Opera Western Reserve Presents “Carmen.” Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. Opera Western Reserve will present Georges Bizet’s “Carmen” for one performance. 7:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 17.
John Waite. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. John Waite’s catalogue includes the #1 worldwide hit “Missing You,” “Isn’t It Time” with the Babys, “and “When I See You Smile” with Bad English. The event includes an add-on, pre-show meet and greet with Waite. 8 p.m., Friday, Nov. 17. $50-$30.
Limelight – A Tribute to Rush. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. 8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 18. $29-$19.
Cirque Dreams Holidaze. Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. This Broadway-style production blends holiday themes with contemporary circus performances. 7 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 19.
Disco Inferno – ’70s Disco Hits. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. The group includes Sonny D. Lite, Joey “Hollywood” D. Lite, Bjorn Z. Free, and Rocky Bacardi. 8 p.m., Friday, Nov. 24. $20-$15.
DECEMBER
Jim Brickman: A Joyful Christmas. Ford Family Recital Hall, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. Grammy-nominated songwriter and pianist Jim Brickman will perform carols, holiday classics and original songs. His latest holiday release, “Comfort and Joy,” features Christmas classics and new original songs. 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 1.
Pam Tillis and Phil Vassar – Holidays and Hits Tour. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. 8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 1. $69.
Ballet Western Reserve Presents “The Nutcracker.” Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 2 and 2:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 3.
Disney On Ice Presents “Into The Magic.” Covelli Centre, 229 E. Front St., Youngstown 44503. 1-800-745-3000. covellicentre.com…. 7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 7; 7 p.m., Friday, Dec. 8; 11 a.m., 3 p.m., 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 9; 11 a.m., 3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 10. $82, $72, $52, $37, $32, $27.
Squirrel Nut Zippers Holiday Caravan Tour 2023. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. The Squirrel Nut Zippers will perform songs from their “Christmas Caravan” and “Mardi Gras for Christmas” albums. The group is inspired by 1920s jazz, klezmer and vaudeville. 8 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 12. $49.
Warren Civic Music Association: The New York Tenors. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren 44483. 330-841-293, 330-399-4885. This New York-based trio will perform a special Christmas show. The multi-talented group features Andy Cooney, Daniel Rodriguez, and Christopher Macchio. 7 p.m., Thursday Dec. 14. $125 (season), $40 (single ticket).
Miracle on Easy Street. Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. deyorpac.org…. “Miracle on Easy Street” returns to Powers Auditorium for three holiday shows. 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 15; 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16 and 2:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 17. $35, $29, $25, $19.
Stayin’ Alive – One Night of The Bee Gees. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. ”Stayin’ Alive” features a tribute to the Bee Gees and will include hits like and include hits like “You Should Be Dancing,” “Jive Talkin’,” and “Stayin’ Alive.” 8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 15. $38-$18.
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 800-745-3000. www.packardmusichall.com…. Ticketmaster.com…. 6 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 17. Tickets start at $42.
“Home Alone” with Live Orchestra Accompaniment. Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. John Williams’ film score will be performed live by the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra. Conductor Erik Ochsner will lead the orchestra. 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 22. 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 23.
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