When: 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Saturday, May 14
Where: Marriott at University of Dayton, 1414 S. Patterson Blvd., Dayton
Details: Dayton Contemporary Dance Company presents “Soulstice: Mahogany Nights,” a festive gala. A pre-gala reception begins at 6:30 p.m. followed by a dance program, an island-inspired dinner, cocktails and more.
Cost: $175-$300
More info: 937-228-3630 or www.daytonlive.org
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Credit: CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
2. Phillips, Craig and Dean
When: 7 p.m. Saturday, May 14
Where: Arbogast Performing Arts Center, 500 S. Dorset Road, Troy
Details: Phillips, Craig and Dean, which formed in 1991, headlines Faith and Friends Radio’s 11th anniversary concert. The trio of singing pastors has sold more than two-million units since the release of its self-titled debut album in 1992.
Cost: $20 and $30 adults, $50 VIP tickets, which include a pre-show Q&A with the group
More info: www.faithandfriendsradio.com
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Credit: CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
3. Joe Gatto
When: 7:30 and 10 p.m. Friday and 7 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. Saturday, May 13 and 14
Where: Funny Bone Comedy Club, 88 Plum St., Suite 200, The Greene, Beavercreek
Details: Joe Gatto is best known as a member of the Tenderloins and the comedy troupe’s truTV series “Impractical Jokers.” Now, he is back on the road on his own doing solo stand-up shows, including this stop in the Miami Valley. This special weekend engagement is 21 and older.
Cost: $50-$150
More info: 937-429-5233 or dayton.funnybone.com
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Credit: CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
4. Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra Masterworks season finale
When: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 13 and 14
Where: Schuster Center, Second and Main Streets, Dayton
Details: “Beethoven 9: Joy to the World”: Dayton Performing Arts Alliance presents Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra’s final Masterworks Series concert of the 2021-2022 season. In addition to the title piece, the program features “Oceana” by Stella Sung and Clara Schumann’s “Piano Concerto” featuring guest pianist Sara Davis Buechner.
Cost: $14-$68
More info: 937-228-3630 or www.daytonlive.org
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Credit: CONTRIBUTED
5. Farewell celebration saluting Kevin Moore
When: 8 p.m. Saturday, May 14
Where: Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton
Details: Human Race Theatre Company presents “Kevin Moore: At the Heart of The Human Race.” This special retrospective program celebrates Moore’s 36 influential years with the organization. Patrons are requested to wear festive attire.
Cost: $25-$150; Two-for-one ticket deals are available.
More info: 937-228-3630 or www.daytonlive.org
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Credit: CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
6. Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Spring Concert
When: 3 p.m. Sunday, May 15
Where: Schuster Center, Second and Main Streets, Dayton
Details: Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, founded in 1937 by Paul Katz, continues to attract young musicians from throughout the area. DPYO presents its annual spring concert.
Cost: $14
More info: 937-228-3630 or www.daytonlive.org
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Credit: CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
7. “May 4th Voices”
When: 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday, May 13 through 15
Where: Xenia Area Community Theater and Arts Center, 45 E. Second St., Xenia
Details: David Hassler’s powerful play is based on eyewitness accounts of the tragic shootings at Kent State University in May 1970.
Cost: $15 general admission, $12 seniors, students and military
More info: 937-372-0516 or www.xeniaact1.org
Credit: Tom Gilliam
Credit: Tom Gilliam
8. Friday the 13th in Fairborn
When: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, May 13
Where: Downtown Fairborn, 103 W. Main St.
Details: Celebrate Friday the 13th with this new Fairborn tradition featuring food trucks, a beer garden and live music from Dustin Smith and The Daydreamers.
Cost: Free
More info: Visit the city of Fairborn’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/CityofFairborn).
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Credit: CONTRIBUTED
9. Pride Rocks! Dayton
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, May 14
Where: Levitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S. Main St., Dayton
Details: This community event is a call to action to end suicide in the LGBTQ+ Community. Guests will be able to paint pride-themed rocks with suicide prevention messages, listen to performances from LGBTQ+ musicians, attend mental health education, and enjoy a free lunch.
Cost: Free
More info: https://happeningnext.com/event/pride-rocks-dayton-eid4snvl3wtv91
Contact this contributing writer at 937-287-6139 or e-mail at donthrasher100@gmail.com.
Russell Florence Jr. and Natalie Jones contributed to this report.
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