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Tired of being trapped in the snow and cold? Despite the frosty air, the weekend (and beyond) heats up with the opening of “Tick, Tick … Boom!” Works by the late Rent creator Jonathan Larson, art exhibitions by Carmen Osterman and Ada Obina Moore, poetry at the Third Way Cafe and more.
You can also satisfy your sweet tooth at the Columbus Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey Festival, laugh at the “Golden Girls” trivia night and stop by Natalie’s Grandview. Broadway! ”
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Rock Musical Comes to Galena
Curtain Players is the autobiographical rock musical “tick, tick… Boom” by Jonathan Larson, creator of “Rent,” about a young theater composer waiting for a table in a New York City diner in 1990. !” will be performed. It will be the next great American musical. Performances are on Friday and Saturday at 8pm and February 3-4 and he’s February 10-11. and at 2:00 pm on February 5 and February 12, 5691 Harlem Road, Galena. Tickets are $20, $18 for students and seniors. (614-360-1000, curtainplayers.org)

Chocolate, wine and whiskey tasting
Whatever your favorite treat, you’ll find it at the Columbus Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey Festival on Saturday from 7pm to 11pm at COSI, 333 W. Broad St. and cookies, or chocolate graham crackers and toasted marshmallows, head to S’Mores Bar. Unlimited tastings of beer, wine, hard cider, whiskey and other spirits, including Boozy Milkshakes. We also sell products to take home. Restricted to ages 21 and over. Tickets: $80 – $85. (facebook.com/columbuschocolatewinewhiskeyfestival)

Chamber music celebrating local composers
The internationally recognized Cavani String Quartet and soprano Louise Toppin will perform the debut performance of Columbus composer Mark Lomax II’s new work, Love Prayer. The concert is presented by Chamber Music Columbus, which is in the midst of its 75th anniversary season, and will take place Saturday at 4:00 PM at the Southern Theater at 21 Main Street. Tickets start at $19.05. (chambermusiccolumbus.org)

A cinematic tribute to the press
BONUS, BONUS, READ ALL: This year, the Gateway Film Center (1550 N. High Street) explores the portrayal of journalism in film. The series begins at 6:00 pm Thursday with a reception, panel discussion, and finally, his presentation of Alan J. Pakula’s classic film The President’s Conspiracy, an adaptation of the famous Watergate Chronicles by Bob Woodward and Carl. Screenings using 35mm prints will be held. Bernstein (played in the film by Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman). Other screenings in the series include the documentary Divide and Conquer: The Story of Roger Ailes (27 April) and Howard Hawks’ newspaper comedy His Girl Friday (27 July). Tickets are $15. (gatewayfilmcenter.org)

Marvel at ornate bird sculptures
The Priscilla R. Tyson Columbus Cultural Arts Center (139 W. Main Street) presents clay sculptor Carmen Osterman’s first solo exhibition, I Am One of These Animals. The environment and the harm done. The exhibition will be open on Friday at the reception from 6pm to 8pm, and on Monday from 1pm to 4pm and from 7pm to 10pm He will be on display until March 4th. increase. Tuesday through Thursday from 9am to 4pm and 7pm to 10pm. Friday and Saturday from 9am to 4pm. Admission is free. (culturalartscenteronline.org)

Time Travel with Nexus Saxophone Quartet
On Sunday at Central, the Nexus Saxophone Quartet presents a free concert, “Around the World of Time,” on Sunday at 3:00 pm at the Ohio History Center (800 E. 17th St.). Featuring Ryan Alexis (soprano sax) and Rob Cebriak (alto sax). ), Don Nathan (tenor sax) and Matt Gilleri (baritone sax) will feature world premieres by Hye Kyung Lee (Denison University), as well as works by Scott Joplin, Wilhelm Ramsoe, Joplin, Jean We play works by composers such as Rivier. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. The target age for the concert is he is 9 years old or older. (sundayatcentral.org/)

Test your knowledge of “Golden Girls”
The Sanctuary Sotto Terra at 610 Neal Avenue kicks off Friday at 8pm with “Golden Girls” trivia night with “Thanks for being my friend”. The evening includes prizes, snacks and more. Call 614-383-8698 or visit sottoterraatthesanctuary.com to register a team of up to 10 people (must have a ‘Golden Girls’ themed name). Cover charge is $10.

Natalie’s Grandview Transforms into Broadway
Musical theater lovers are in for a treat! Honey and Blue singer Stephanie Amber will host “Go Big, Go Broadway!” on Friday at 8pm. Natalie’s Grandview, 945 King Ave. Attendees can hear selections by Tony Award-winning Levi her Kleis, Broadway’s Tom Warren, Mojoflo’s Amber her Nicole, and jazz vocalist Sydney her McSweeney. increase. Additionally, spectators can walk Red his carpet and enjoy his toast of complimentary champagne. General admission (standing room only) tickets are $55 plus tax. (nataliesgrandview.com)

A poet takes over the Third Way Cafe
The literary group DiVerses welcomes seasoned poets Violeta Orozco and Hussain Ahmed to the Third Way Cafe at 3058 W. Broad St on Friday at 7:30 pm. Nile ghosts and monologues. Orozco is a diaspora bilingual poet, spoke her word her performance her artist, translator and presents her latest work. Admission is to donate her $5 to Third Way at the door. (facebook.com/diVersesPoetry/events)

Artist debut at the Streetlight Guild
The Streetlight Guild presents Columbus artist AdaObinna Moore’s first exhibition, IJOMAH: The Journey of ADAOBI, on Saturday at 6 p.m. statement. “In my work, I think a lot about my Nigerian background that helps me stay in tune with my roots.” will be held until Admission is free and refreshments will be provided. (streetlightguild.org)