30+ shows in February: 'Cinderella,' Bob Weir, '13: The Musical,' Jeff Dunham & more

This arts and entertainment calendar updates weekly and lists events taking place in and around Louisville, from concerts to comedy shows, theater productions, musicals, and more.

SATURDAY, FEB. 25

Louisville Orchestra. "Aretha: A Tribute." Bob Bernhardt, conductor; Capathia Jenkins, vocals; Darryl Jovan Williams, vocals. The tribute to the Queen of Soul features Ryan Shaw performing with iconic hits such as "Respect," "Think," "A Natural Woman," "Chain of Fools," "Amazing Grace," and many more. 7:30 p.m., Whitney Hall, Kentucky Center, 501 W. Main St. Tickets start at $32. louisvilleorchestra.org/concerts.

Bobby Weir & Wolf Brothers featuring the Wolfpack. 7:30 p.m., Louisville Palace, 625 S. 4th St. Tickets start at $69. louisvillepalace.com.

Adam Melchor, Savannah Conley. 8 p.m., Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Road. Tickets are $18 advance, $20 day of show; $68 VIP and include meet and greet, acoustic performance before the show, souvenir VIP laminate, VIP merch item, early entry, and early access to merchandise shopping before doors open to the public. headlinerslouisville.com.

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Cody & Friends: Wonder Women of Magic. The magic and variety show performers include Kayla Drescher, Joanna Logsdon, Magic Amanda. 7 p.m., Highview Arts Center, 7406 Fegenbush Lane. Tickets are $15 and are available at the door or eventbrite.com.

Big Bubble Rave: An Underwater-Themed Dance Party. 9 p.m., Mercury Ballroom, 611 S. 4th St. Tickets start at $32. mercuryballroom.com.

Jim Snidero Jazz Quartet. 2:30 p.m., Carnegie Center for Art & History, 201 E. Spring St., New Albany. Free, registration is requested. carnegiecenter.org.

Joel Frahm, saxophone. Part of the University of Louisville Jazz Festival. 8 p.m., Comstock Concert Hall, University of Louisville School of Music, First Street and Brandeis Ave. $20, $5 students. 502-852-6907.

Comedy Night. Featuring Bernie Lubbers, John Ramsey, Jeff Ramsey, Sean Smith and Rich Ragains (all with a Ballard High connection). 7 p.m., Sandy Allen Performing Arts Center, Ballard High School, 6000 Brownsboro Road. Proceeds to help renovate the Sandy Allen Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $20. events.ticketspicket.com.

“13: The Musical.” CenterStage presents the story of Evan, who moves with his mom from big-city New York to podunk Appleton, Ind. Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m.; Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and next Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Trager Family JCC, 3600 Dutchmans Lane. Ends on March 5. $25, $32 VIP. jewishlouisville.org/the-j/j-arts-ideas/centerstage.

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"Charlotte’s Web." Derby Dinner Playhouse Children’s Musical Theatre presents the show based on E.B. White’s classic book, which tells the story of Fern, her beloved pig Wilbur, and his best friend Charlotte. At the playhouse, 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville. Breakfast, 9 a.m.; show 10 a.m. Lunch noon; show 1:15 p.m. Ends March 25. Breakfast is $17; lunch is $22. 812-288-8281; derbydinner.com.

"Murder By the Sea: The Dark Veil Mystery." Who, or what, is stalking Miss Melinda Waring on the eve of her wedding? What is the legend of the Dark Veil that haunts her family, and how has it shaped the life of crime-solver Dr. Angus MacCrimmon? Presented by WhoDunnit Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre. 7 p.m., Bristol Bar & Grille, 614 W. Main St. $59.90 includes show, dinner and wine, tax and gratuity. 502-649-1829; whodunnitky.com.

“Pipeline.” A mother's hopes for her son clash with an educational system rigged against him. Presented by Redline Performing Arts. Saturday, 1 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m., Martin Experimental Theater, 501 W. Main St. Recommended for ages 13 and older. Tickets start at 29, $17 for students. kentuckyperformingarts.org.

"Young Frankenstein." Derby Dinner Playhouse presents the musical adaptation of Mel Brooks’ monstrously funny film of the same name. Saturday, Tuesday, Thursday-next Saturday, 7:45 p.m.; Sunday, 1:30 and 7:45 p.m.; Wednesday, 1 and 7:45 p.m., at the playhouse, 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville. Contains adult humor and adult language. Ends March 26. $42-$51. 812-288-8281; derbydinner.com.

Great Podversations Episode 45. Great Podversations is produced by the Kentucky Author Forum and distributed by Louisville Public Media and available on all podcast apps, including iTunes, NPR, Google, Stitcher and Spotify. The podcast features author Maggie Nelson will be discussing her book, "On Freedom: Four Songs of Care and Constraint" with writer Eula Biss. Free. For more information: kentuckyauthorforum.com.

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SUNDAY, FEB. 26

“Cinderella.” Kentucky Opera show is the classic rags-to-riches tale of Cinderella's journey from servant's quarter to happily ever after is fraught with confusion and chaos as she defies her conniving stepfather and mean-girl stepsisters to win the heart of her prince. 2 p.m., Brown Theatre, 315 W. Broadway. Sung in Italian with English captions. Tickets start at $39.28. kentuckyperformingarts.org.

The Journey of the Drum. Presented by the River City Drum Corp Cultural Arts Institute Inc. and Actor Theatre of Louisville. 4 p.m., Bomhard Theater, 501 W. Main St. Tickets start at $14.63. kentuckyperformingarts.org.

University of Louisville Wind Symphony, Louisville Concert Band. 7:30 p.m., Comstock Concert Hall, University of Louisville School of Music, First Street and Brandeis Ave. Free.

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MONDAY, FEB. 27

University of Louisville Symphonic Band, Louisville Concert Band. 8 p.m., Comstock Concert Hall, University of Louisville School of Music, First Street and Brandeis Ave. Free.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1

Jeff Dunham: Still Not Canceled. Comedian. 7 p.m., KFC Yum! Center, One Arena Plaza. Tickets start at $49. ticketmaster.com.

The Collection, Mom Rock. 8 p.m., Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St. Tickets start at $12. zanzabarlouisville.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 2

“Women in Focus.” Part of the Louisville Ballet’s Spotlight Series. Featuring three new works created by a team of women choreographers, scenic, costume, and lighting designers. Thursday and Friday, 7:30 p.m.; next Saturday, 2 and 8 p.m., Brown Theatre, 315 W. Broadway. Tickets start at $39.20. louisvilleballet.org.

Summer Camp Music Festival: On The Road Tour. Local artists compete for a spot on the Summer Camp Music Festival lineup. 8 p.m., Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St. Tickets start at $17. zanzabarlouisville.com.

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University of Louisville Trumpet Studio. 8 p.m., Bird Recital Hall, University of Louisville School of Music, First Street and Brandeis Ave. Free.

FRIDAY, MARCH 3

Sierra Ferrell: Long Time Going Tour. With Jaime Wyatt. 8 p.m., Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Road. Sold out. headlinerslouisville.com.

Laid Back Country Picker. 8 p.m., Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St. Tickets start at $10. zanzabarlouisville.com.

University of Louisville Double Bass Studio. 8 p.m., Bird Recital Hall, University of Louisville School of Music, First Street and Brandeis Ave. Free.

"Cry-Baby: The Musical." Mind’s Eye Theatre show focuses on teenagers Wade “Cry-Baby” Walker a bad boy with a good cause who is in a relationship with and Allison Vernon-Williams, a square rich girl. It's 'Romeo and Juliet' meets 'High School Hellcats.' Friday and next Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Art Sanctuary, 1433 S. Shelby St. Ends March 12. $25 general admission; $35 VIP. mindseyetheatre.com/events.

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NEXT SATURDAY, MARCH 4

Louisville Orchestra. “Festival of American Music 1: Journeys of Faith.” Teddy Abrams, conductor; Louisville Chamber Choir, Kent Hatteberg, choir director; and Amanda Majeski, soprano. 7:30 p.m., Whitney Hall, Kentucky Center, 501 W. Main St. Tickets start at $28. louisvilleorchestra.org/concerts.

Kim & Kayla Waters. Father and daughter jazz duo. 5 and 8 p.m., Best Western Premier Airport Expo, 4110 Dixie Highway. Tickets are $55 advance, $60 day of show; $85 VIP. Tickets are available at Better Days Records and eventbrite.com.

Latin Music Live! With Hermanos, Appalatin, Flow and DJ Roberton. 8 p.m., Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Road. General admission, $15 advance, $20 day of show, and for balcony and table seating. headlinerslouisville.com.

Born Crosseyed. 8 p.m., Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St. Tickets start at $15. zanzabarlouisville.com.

Rod Tuffcurls & the Bench Press. 8:30 p.m., The Jefferson, 715 W. Riverside Dr. Jeffersonville, Indiana. Tickets start at $15. thejeffersonvenue.com.

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