Youngstown Events | Upcoming Major Events | October/November – 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 December) appears in the October/November print edition.
OCTOBER
The Centofanti Symposium Lecture Series Presents Dr. Amy Acton. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-259-0555. www.stambaughauditorium.com…. Dr. Amy Acton is noteworthy for her role as director of the Ohio Department of Health during the early months of the Covid-19 pandemic. Her leadership earned her the JFK Library Profile in Covid Courage Award. Acton has over 30 years of experience in executive leadership, philanthropy, public service, teaching, and advocacy. She was recently named one of USA Today’s Women of the Year. This event has a limit of four tickets per order. 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 4.
An Evening in Casablanca. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown 44504. 330-259-0555. www.stambaughauditorium.com…. “An Evening in Casablanca” is United Returning Citizens signature fundraising gala. The keynote speaker will be Jay Williams, president and CEO of the Hartford Foundation, and former mayor of Youngstown. 6 p.m., Friday, Oct. 6.
Brass Metropolis Presents a Tribute to Chicago. Ford Family Recital Hall, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. This eight-piece band captures the music and stylings of the early Chicago Transit Authority. 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 7.
Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 800-745-3000. www.packardmusichall.com…. Ticketmaster.com…. 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 7. Tickets start at $44.75.
The Doo Wop Project. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. The Doo Wop Project celebrates the classic vocal harmonies of the 1950s and early ’60s. The program begins with groups like the Crests and the Flamingos and continues with Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, The Temptations, and The Four Seasons. The night also explores modern performers influenced by doo-wop, artists like Michael Jackson, Jason Mraz, and Maroon 5. The Doo Wop Project features stars from “Jersey Boys,” and “Motown: The Musical.” 5 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 8. $45-$20.
Celtic Thunder – A Celtic Odyssey. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 800-745-3000. www.packardmusichall.com…. Ticketmaster.com…. 8 p.m., Monday, Oct. 9. $96.75, $66.75, $56.75, $36.75 (plus applicable fees).
The Rocky Horror Picture Show 48th Anniversary. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. This 48th anniversary show will feature original “Rocky Horror” actor Patricia Quinn who starred as Magenta. The event includes the original unedited movie (with a live shadow cast and audience participation). No outside props will be permitted. The event includes a special meet and greet add-on with Quinn. 7 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 10.
Latin Fire. Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. Guest conductor Francisco Noya will lead the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra through Latin-flavored pops concert. Noya is music director of the Boston Civic Symphony Orchestra. 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 14.
That Arena Rock Show. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. That Arena Rock Show pays tribute to 1970s and ’80s rock anthems, and includes the music of Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Bon Jovi, and others. Blackwater opens. 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 14. $25.
Warren Civic Music Association: RocOpraNatra. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1703 Mahoning Ave. N.W., Warren 44483. 330-841-293, 330-399-4885. This Canadian trio fuses rock, opera, and the stylings of classic crooners like Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra. The repertoire mixes pop, music from the American songbook, and dramatic readings of classically influenced material. The group features Brian Roman, Danny Scott, and Christopher Dallo. As RocOpraNatra notes in a promotional video, “When worlds collide, the musical universe expands.” The group will be backed by a live band. 7 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 17. $125 (season), $40 (single ticket).
“The Price is Right” Live. Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. This interactive stage production takes the classic TV game show on the road where the audience can participate in competing for and winning prizes. 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 17.
Elizabeth Smart: Her Life Two Decades after Abduction and Terror. Ford Family Recital Hall, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. This program is presented as part of the Mahoning County Bar Association Foundation Speaker Series. Elizabeth Smart was abducted from her bedroom in Salt Lake City in In 2002. Smart will tell her story of survival and her efforts to help children. The topics discussed in Smart’s story can potentially be graphic in nature. Discretion is advised. 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 18.
Blippi Live. W.D. Packard Music Hall, 1704 Mahoning Ave., N.W., Warren 44483. 800-745-3000. www.packardmusichall.com…. Ticketmaster.com…. 6 p.m., Friday, Oct. 20. $59.50, $49.50, $29.50.
Justin Hayward: The Voice of the Moody Blues. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Justin Hayward is known principally as the vocalist, lead guitarist and composer for the Moody Blues. Hayward joined the Moody Blues in 1966 and hit with the single “Fly Me High.” Other classics include ”Nights in White Satin,” “Tuesday Afternoon,” “Question,” “The Voice,” “I Know You’re Out There Somewhere,” and “Your Wildest Dreams.” 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 21. $57-$39.
The Tamburitzans. Ford Family Recital Hall, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. The ensemble will perform the music and dances of Bulgaria, Ukraine, Croatia, and others. 3 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 22.
The Sixties Show. Robins Theatre, 160 E. Market St., Warren 44481. 234-437-6246, bo*******@ro***********.com. The Sixties Show features the hits, B-sides and deep cuts from the greatest songs of the 1960s. 7 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 22. $49.
Joe Gatto’s Night of Comedy. Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. Comedian, actor, and producer Joe Gatto is best known for the TV shows “Impractical Jokers” and “The Misery Index.” He is also a founding member of The Tenderloins Comedy Troupe, and co-host of the “Two Cool Moms” podcast. The performance will include an additional meet and greet ($100). Separate tickets must be purchased to attend meet and greet. 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 26.
Tony Hinchcliffe: Fully Groan Tour. Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. www.youngstownsymphony.com…. Hinchcliffe is a stand up comedian, writer, and host of the “Kill Tony” podcast, located at The Comedy Mothership, Joe Rogan’s club in downtown Austin. This event prohibits devices. Cellphones, smart watches, smart accessories, cameras, and recording devices will not be permitted. 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 27.
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 hits include “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).
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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