25+ shows to see in June: Keen Dance Theatre, John Crist, Jackson Browne & 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, JUNE 3

Keen Dance Theatre. “Psychedelic.” Loosely based on classics like "Romeo and Juliet" and "The Nutcracker," Psychedelic features two young lovers, separated by their families. 6:30 p.m., Bomhard Theater, Kentucky Center, 501 W. Main St. Tickets start at $20.48. kentuckyperformingarts.org.

John Crist - The Emotional Support Tour. Stand-up comedian. 7 p.m., Whitney Hall, Kentucky Center, 501 W. Main St. Tickets start at $34.81. kentuckyperformingarts.org.

Be Our Guest: The Disney DJ Night. 9:30 p.m., Mercury Ballroom, 611 S. 4th St. Tickets start at $20. mercuryballroom.com.

Indiana University Southeast Summer Pops Concert. 7:30 p.m., Stem Concert Hall, Ogle Cultural and Community Center, 4201 Grant Line Road, New Albany. Tickets start at $13, $8 for students. oglecenter.com.

“The Case of the Reluctant Mummy.” Who Dunnit Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre presents the baffling case of intrigue and deception where no one is who they seem. 7 p.m., Bristol Bar & Grille, 614 W. Main St. Ends June 10. Tickets start at $59.90. whodunnitky.com.

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“Father of the Bride.” Derby Dinner Playhouse presents a heart-warming comedy that celebrates the special bond between fathers and daughters. As the wedding day of his daughter nears, the guest list grows and so does Mr. Bank’s debt! 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. Ends June 25. $42-$51. 812-288-8281; derbydinner.com.

Kentucky Shakespeare Festival in Central Park. C. Douglas Ramey Amphitheater, Central Park, 1340 S. Fourth St., 8 p.m. Saturday, Sunday, Wednesday-next Saturday. Food trucks open, at 6 p.m.; Will’s Tavern, Will’s Gift Shop, and Kids’ Globe open, at 7 p.m.; pre-show performance, 7:15 p.m.; show begins, 8 p.m. Free. kyshakespeare.com.

• “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” The comedy follows four young lovers and a bumbling band of players in an enchanted forest realm of fairies and moonlight revels. Ends July 21.

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"Tilly the Trickster." Derby Dinner Playhouse Children’s Theatre show how is based on the book by Molly Shannon. Tilly is a mischievous girl who loves nothing more than causing a little trouble and she has a trick for everyone. When the tables are turned, will Tilly decide to change her trickster ways? At the playhouse, 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville. Breakfast at 9 a.m.; show at 10 a.m. Lunch at noon, show at 1:15 p.m. Ends June 24. Breakfast is $18; lunch, is $23. 812-288-8281; derbydinner.com.

Great Podversations Episode 48. 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 Geraldine Brooks and former NPR journalist Jacki Lyden discussing Brooks’ book, "Horse: A Novel." Free. For more information: kentuckyauthorforum.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 4

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

Chamber Music Concert. "Completely Mozart." 3 p.m., Pavilion, Locust Grove, 561 Blankenbaker. Food and drink are available for purchase. sale. Tickets are $15, $10 for students, and free for Chamber Music series subscribers. locustgrove.org.

MONDAY, JUNE 5

Glenn Miller Orchestra. Dessert matinee at 3 p.m.; concert at 4 p.m.; buffet at 6 p.m.; concert at 7:30 p.m., Derby Dinner Playhouse, 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville. Dessert matinee, $25; evening concert, $43. 812-288-8281; derbydinner.com.

TUESDAY, JUNE 6

Kung Fu Vampire: Black Heart Machine Tour. 8 p.m., Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St. Tickets start at $15. zanzabarlouisville.com.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 8

Hari Kondabolu. 8 p.m., Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St. Tickets start at $22. zanzabarlouisville.com.

Doyle, Red Devil Vortex, Savage Master, Nothing Wrong. 8 p.m., Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Road. Tickets start at $20 in advance, $22 the day of the show, and $120 VIP. headlinerslouisville.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 9

Southern Accents: The Ultimate Tom Petty Experience. 9 p.m., Mercury Ballroom, 611 S. 4th St. Tickets start at $10. mercuryballroom.com.

Chest Fever: The Official Revival of the Band. 8 p.m., Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St. Tickets start at $20. zanzabarlouisville.com.

Heather Land. 8 p.m., Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Road. Tickets start at $25 balcony, $40 floor in advance, $45 the day of the show. headlinerslouisville.com.

Crush: Bon Jovi Experience. Part of Show Sensation Jammin in Jeff Concert Series. 7 p.m. Jeffersonville RiverStage, 100 W. Riverside Drive, Jeffersonville, Indiana. Food trucks, Bud Light beer garden and cocktails by Number Juan Tequila. Chairs, blankets and small coolers are allowed. Pets, smoking, and alcohol are not permitted. Free. jeffparks.org/jammin-in-jeff.

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River Cities Concert Band. Performing show tunes, marches and standards. Part of Concerts in Warder Park. 7 p.m., 109 E. Court Ave., Jeffersonville. Presented by Jeffersonville Main Street and the Jeffersonville Parks Department. Free. jeffmainstreet.org.

Nick Dittmeier & The Sawdusters, Sweet G & The Shine. Part of Bicentennial Park Summer Concert Series. 6:30-9:30 p.m., Bicentennial Park, corner of Spring and Pearl streets, New Albany. Free.

JD Shelburne. 7 p.m., Fourth Street Live!, 411 S. 4th St. Enjoy picnic-style seating throughout Fourth Street Live!, games, cold beer, cocktails and great eats. Admission is free. 4thstlive.com.

Mary Mary, School of Rock Louisville. Part of FridayFest Concert Series. 6-10 p.m., Highview Park, 7201 Outer Loop (enter through Briscoe Lane). Also children’s activities, food trucks with a variety of food options. Bring a chair or blanket. Admission is free.

NEXT SATURDAY, JUNE 10

Mike’s Dead. 8 p.m., Zanzabar, 2100 S. Preston St. Tickets start at $15. zanzabarlouisville.com.

Marzz, Daisha McBride, Nise the Nymph. 8 p.m., Headliners Music Hall, 1386 Lexington Road. Tickets are $15 advance, $20 day of show. headlinerslouisville.com.

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Jackson Browne. 8 p.m., Louisville Palace, 625 S. 4th St. Tickets start at $59. louisvillepalace.com.

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