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- Former teen idol Shaun Cassidy is returning to the stage with his show, “The Road to Us,” on Nov. 15 at the Southern Theatre.
- Comedians Chelcie Lynn, Grace Helbig, and Leslie Jones are all scheduled to perform on Nov. 13 at different venues.
- Other upcoming events include theater, a bourbon trail and the national touring production of “Some Like It Hot”
Though he was out of the spotlight for many years, hearts across the nation are still throbbing for former teen idol Shaun Cassidy, whose live shows are packing houses.
Cassidy’s new show, “The Road to Us,” is coming to the Southern Theatre and tickets are selling rather well, so you’d better hope the box office da-doesn’t-run-run out. (Groan.)
Bad jokes aside, if you want to see some real comedy, there’s plenty of it, with three performers battling it out on the same night. Nov. 13 will bring Chelcie Lynn aka “Trailer Trash Tammy,” internet personality/podcaster Grace Helbig, and “SNL” alum Leslie Jones.
Other events on the horizon include a bourbon trail, a concert by Black Violin that’s sure to amaze and a touring production of the musical comedy, “Some Like It Hot.”
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Hilton’s Bourbon Trail to fill your glass
Sip and savor your way through Hilton Columbus Downtown’s Bourbon Trail, where you’ll sample a half-ounce pour of premium whiskey at each of four destinations — and keep the glass. Along the way, enjoy light bites from Stories on High, 404 N. High St.
Featuring Weller whiskey, the event begins at 6 p.m. Nov. 13. Check-in will be at 401 N. High St. on the second floor of Tower 401.
The cost is $50 per person. Payment is due at the end of the service. Reservations are required online. (bit.ly/4oQ7ntj)
Viral comedian Chelcie Lynn’s ‘Tammy’ to talk trash
“Brash,” “bawdy” and “bodacious” have been used to describe comedian and actress Chelcie Lynn, so the name of her “Trailer Trash Tammy’s Loose Lips” tour is no surprise.
A popular internet personality, Chelcie Lynn is sure to bring her viral “Tammy” character along when she comes to the Davidson Theatre in the Riffe Center, 77 S. High St. at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13.
Tickets cost $45.77 to $77.02. VIP add-ons are also available. There is an eight-ticket limit per person/household. (capa.com)
Live from KEMBA – it’s ‘SNL’ alum Leslie Jones!
Her success as a cast member and writer on “Saturday Night Live” seemingly exploded overnight, but Leslie Jones paid her dues and then some in comedy clubs from the late 1980s through early 2000s before breaking through.
The unapologetically blunt Jones, who has guest-hosted “The Daily Show” and hilariously live-tweeted several Olympics games, will prove she still has the chops for standup during a show at 8 p.m. Nov. 13 at KEMBA Live!, 405 Neil Ave. Doors open at 7.
Tickets cost $55.16 to 78.47. (promowestlive.com)
Grace Helbig finds the funny in cancer journey
Often, the best comedy arises from pain and Grace Helbig’s “Let Me Get This Off My Chest” is no exception. Diagnosed with breast cancer at 37, she began writing about her journey during treatment, parlaying it into a one-woman show.
Now 40 and in remission, Helbig will share lessons and confessions from her experience at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13 at the Lincoln Theatre, 769 E. Long St.
Helbig created the podcast “This Might Get Weird” with cohost Mamrie Hart, and voiced Cindy Bear in the HBO Max animated series “Jellystone!”
Tickets cost $42.14 to $128.84. There is an eight-ticket limit per person/household. (capa.com)
Theatre Columbus State to ponder life and death
Theatre Columbus State will explore the end-of-life experience in Michael Cristofer’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning drama, “The Shadow Box” at Nestor Hall Center for Performing Arts, 488 Mount Vernon Ave.
The powerful triptych follows three terminal cancer patients as they are observed, studied and counseled during their final days.
The free performances will be at 8 p.m. Nov. 13-15, and 2 p.m. Nov. 13. (cscc.edu)
Dog show competitors to raise the ‘woof’
Learn about man’s best friend at the Mid-Ohio Cluster Dog Shows, bringing more than 2,000 dogs from 150-plus breeds (including puppies!) to the Ohio State Expo Center and Fairgrounds, 717 E. 17th Ave.
The event will include four shows: Sandusky Kennel Club, Nov. 13; Dayton Kennel Club, Nov. 14; Lima Kennel Club, Nov. 15; and the Central Ohio Kennel Club on Nov. 16.
Judging begins each day at 8 a.m. Winners in each breed will compete in group judging starting in the mid-afternoon, leading to Best in Show in the late afternoon or early evening.
Admission is free, but there is a parking fee. (centralohiokennelclub)
Black Violin strings together hip-hop, classical
Classically trained by day, violinist Kev Marcus and violist Wil Baptiste spent their nights devouring the hottest rap tracks. Years later as Black Violin, they would be selling out venues with their vibrant hybrid of the two genres.
Touring in support of their latest album, “Full Circle,” the duo will perform at 8 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St.
Black Violin have also produced and written for artists including Tom Petty, Aerosmith and Kanye West, and through education programs, reach more than 100,000 students each year.
Tickets cost $31.86 to $79.44. There is a six-ticket limit per person/household. (capa.com)
Ninja Kidz to recruit audience for mission
What happens when two worlds collide? The answer is up to the audience in “Infinite Possibilities,” the Ninja Kidz live-action show where YOU decide how the story unfolds.
In addition to audience participation, physical challenges, music, games and more, the family of YouTube stars will demonstrate their martial arts and gymnastics expertise at 3 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St.
Tickets are $42.14 to $97.59. VIP add-ons are also available. There is a six-ticket limit per person/household. (capa.com)
Shaun Cassidy’s ‘Road’ leads to Columbus
Leaving behind teen stardom, Shaun Cassidy focused on the stage for most of the 1980s and early 1990s, including a role in the Broadway hit, “Blood Brothers,” before becoming a successful TV show creator, writer and producer.
But he never stopped loving live performance, leading him back to the music stage in 2021 for the first time in 40 years. His one-man show played to standing-room-only crowds nationwide.
With a full band backing him, Cassidy will bring his new show, “The Road to Us,” to the Southern Theatre, 21 E. Main St., at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15.
Tickets cost $69.34 to $100.80. There is an eight-ticket limit per person/household. (capa.com)
‘Some Like It Hot’ to heat up Ohio Theatre
PNC Broadway in Columbus is on fire with the musical “Some Like It Hot,” based on the 1959 buddy comedy about two musicians who disguise themselves as women to elude gangsters after witnessing a mob hit.
The Tony-winning production will come to the Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St., at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18-22; 2 p.m. Nov. 22; 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Nov. 23.
Fans of the film will see their favorite classic moments, but the musical offers a current understanding of gender identity and celebrates everyone’s right to live as their authentic selves.
Ticket prices start at $55. (capa.com)
Contact features, entertainment and things to do reporter Belinda M. Paschal at bpaschal@dispatch.com.
