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Embrace your youth with five children’s book suggestions PAGE 18
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FEATURE Have your planner on standby because this year’s Spring Preview is going to keep you busy all season. With beer festivals, a cappella concerts, youth MLB competitions and Birdman set to live percussion, there will be no shortage of adventures this spring. PAGE 6 NEWS & INSIGHT Take a break from your vinyasa flow, and try an entirely new kind of yoga. Hot yoga, acroyoga and aerial yoga are among the options to freshen your go-to workout. PAGE 4 MUSIC When political protest and punk music are thrown into a recording booth together, is the resulting sound a certified hit? Explore a mix of offbeat music genres, and find some new albums to add to your playlist. PAGE 17 ARTS & BOOKS The days of indulging in the whimsical tales of your favorite childhood books don’t have to be a thing of the past. Revisit some relevant children’s fiction with these suggestions from local book nerds. PAGE 18 Q&A While testing recipes that are celiac disease-friendly, Mary Manulik struck entrepreneurial gold. Now, she looks to the future of Senza, her gluten-free baking business. PAGE 19 CORRECTIONS: In the Jan. 25 issue, Sarah Johannaber was misidentified on Page 10. On Page 14, the church’s correct name is Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Additionally, Vox should have noted that Lenoir Memorial Home donated the land, previously owned by the Nifongs, to Woodhaven. In the same issue, an article on Page 4 misstated when Brenna Naufel began her partnership with One Simple Wish. It was after her first stillborn child. Her first child is 4 years old.
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SUPER BOWL SIPS Set down the beer can, and pick up one of these creative cocktails for your Super Bowl Sunday activities. KEEPING UP WITH THE KAY BROTHERS In the group’s debut album, The Kay Brothers combine twangy vocals and harmonious string instruments to create an old-timey country record. Watch the video for “Find Your Love,” and find your new favorite folksy tune. BREAKING DOWN BITCOIN Having trouble wrapping your mind around cryptocurrency? Let Vox explain the ins and outs of bitcoin.
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The seemingly never-ending month of January is finally over, and the unpredictable mid-Missouri weather of February is upon is. One day, we’ll be in the dead of winter with negative wind chills, and the next, the weather is sunny and 65. Needless to say, it’s hard to tell when spring will actually be here to stay, but this week, Vox is bringing all you need to know about Columbia’s spring events. For the past three weeks, our editors have been working to find out what’s happening in Columbia’s theater, festival, music and sporting scenes so you can get out of your winter rut and into the town’s big (and small) offerings. Our compilation (Page 6) highlights events such as next week’s Antonio Sanchez: Birdman Live through the University Concert series — the Grammy Award-winning artist will drum live to accompany the 2014 film — and Missouri Beer Fest in which local breweries gather for the best crafts in the Show-Me State. Spring standbys such as the True/False Film Fest and Unbound Book Festival — two of my favorite Columbia events — are also in this list of about 100 mid-Missouri events. So grab your umbrella ... or winter parka … or tank top, and enjoy the vast and diverse events in our lovely town this spring.
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GRAMMYS 2018: OVERLOOKED Although performances at the Grammys addressed issues such as police brutality, sexual assault and immigration, the winners were primarily male pop singers. We’re looking at you, Ed Sheeran. Notable snubs who took the stage but did not win included: Kesha performed “Praying” SZA performed “Broken Clocks” Lady Gaga performed “Joanne”
MIZ-FLU This year, as flu befalls the U.S., reports show Missouri is not escaping the epidemic. This is the most flu-related activity the U.S. has seen since the 2009 swine flu outbreak. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the influenza epidemic has yet to peak. According to a Jan. 29 Missourian article and the Jan. 20 CDC report, since Oct. 1, in Missouri, there have been: 53,769 cases of the flu reported 767 deaths related to the flu Four different strains of the flu 1,888 flu cases reported in Boone County
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Farewell, Mort Mort Walker, the pen behind mischievous Army private Beetle Bailey, died Jan. 27, at 94. As a World War II veteran, Walker’s comic satirized the Army with a character who reluctantly followed authority. The creator colored his way through Columbia as a student in the 1940s and sometimes depicted the MU campus in his comic, including Memorial Union and The Shack, pictured above. Drawings and a color sculpture of Bailey created by Walker’s son are displayed in The Shack by Mort’s restaurant, named after Walker and one of his favorite MU hangouts. Another sculpture of Bailey sits in the garden outside the Reynolds Alumni Building.
State of Unity? In a passionate rebuttal to the President’s first State of the Union Address, Massachusetts Rep. Joseph P. Kennedy III brought up points refuting Trump’s optimistic appraisal of the start of his term and questioned Trump’s way of running the country.
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Yogatta be flexible Elevate your yoga routine with these atypical poses and practices BY CHLOE WILT
For many people, yoga is a way to unwind from the daily stresses of life. But sometimes, even the most advanced yogis want to add a bit of diversity to their routines. Although goat yoga — yes, a nationwide trend that incorporates the hoofed farm animals into the peaceful practice — can’t be found in Columbia, yoga pros and beginners alike can still find an array of classes in town that will expand their meditative horizons. Whether enthusiasts want to relax, sweat their buns off, be stacked on top of their friends or fly through the air, there’s something for even the most adventurous yoga lovers.
For the family of gurus
Yoga to Grow offers two classes for parents and toddlers and a variety of classes for kids. These classes invite children to connect with their bodies and find the power of a peaceful mind. Susan Mathis, owner of Yoga to Grow, was a child educator for 20 years and has practiced yoga for about 16. Her
classes for children focus on a playful environment that incorporates stories and games as well as plenty of movement so even the youngest of yogis can join in on the fun. Yoga to Grow, 17 N. Fourth St., Family yoga, one Sunday per month, 2–3 p.m., $25
For those not afraid to sweat … a lot Turn up the heat at hot yoga, a style performed in heated studios. Temperatures are typically over 100 degrees, which can be challenging for some people to handle. Sumits Hot Yoga offers 60- and 80-minute classes. With a choice of nearly 20 yoga instructors to help one unwind, yogis are bound to reach the ultimate amount of zen at this heated sweat sesh. Just remember to hydrate. Sumits Hot Yoga, 505 E. Nifong Blvd. Drop-in classes, 80 minutes, $15
For partners light on their feet
This partner-based style of relaxation combines acrobatics and yoga. Laurel Goodman is the only certified acro-yoga teacher in Columbia. Although anyone can start off in Goodman’s
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Although acro-yoga can be done on one’s own, many of the poses involve partner work. One partner will act as the flyer while the other partner supports as the base.
beginner-level class, it does help to have an understanding of one’s body and level of fitness, she says. Often, people drawn to acro-yoga have a dance or gymnastics background, but athletic experience is not necessary. Como Acro is based out of Yoga Sol and hosts performances every fall and spring for its students who want to show off what they’ve learned. Goodman says her favorite part of the practice is the community aspect and that it’s playful, fun and boosts confidence through the self-empowering poses. Como Acro at Yoga Sol, 210 St. James St., Foundations Acro, Thursdays, 7–8:30 p.m., $15
For yogis defying gravity
Imagine practicing a yoga pose while suspended in the air in a fabric hammock –– that’s aerial yoga. This style 4
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improves overall balance and agility, according to CoMo Aerial Arts’ website. Aerial yoga uses the hammock as a tool to form basic yoga poses, but the difficulty level can increase as the poses become more advanced. No previous experience working with a hammock, hoop or aerial fabric is necessary for intro classes. Those with a fear of heights don’t have to worry about the classes at CoMo Aerial Arts because the hammock is only a few feet off the ground. Anyone who wants to continue to up the ante can practice the more extreme aerial fabrics classes, where participants are taught to increase their endurance and be more dynamic in the air. CoMo Aerial Arts at Wilson’s Fitness Center, 2601 Range Line St., Introduction to Aerial Fabrics, Mondays, 6:35–7:35 p.m., $15 PHOTO COURTESY OF WIKIMEDIA COMMONS
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Break out of winter’s rut with the best of Columbia’s springtime events. Choose from our guide of concerts, sporting events, festivals and more. By Samantha Brown, Kat Cua, Alex Edwards, Annamarie Higley, Jessica Heim-Brouwer, Anna Maples, Kayla McDowell, Morgan Niezing, Margaux Scott, Peyton Stableford, Ashley Skokan, Rachel Phillips, Erika Stark, Hannah Turner and Chloe Wilt Illustrations by Morgan Seibel
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Arts and Culture THE HATE U GIVE BOOK DISCUSSION
Delve into Angie Thomas’ New York Times bestseller, The Hate U Give, centered on a 16-year-old girl who witnesses her friend being fatally shot by the police. Where: 220 Townsend Hall When: Feb. 2, Noon–1 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 882-9140 Online: calendar.missouri.edu
BURLESQUE BALL
Fluff up your feather boa, and float downtown for a night of burlesque beauty at this sultry event. Renowned vaudeville and burlesque performers will take the stage. Where: The Blue Note When: Feb. 3, 7:30 p.m. Cost: $10 Call: 874-1944 Online: thebluenote.com
MIZZOU UNDERGRADUATE VISUAL ART & DESIGN SHOWCASE
All eyes are on Mizzou undergraduate students’ visual works at this exhibit. See displays of floral design, architectural drawings, photojournalism and more. Where: Jesse Hall When: Feb. 5–15, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 882-5979 Online: undergraduatestudies.missouri. edu/showcase/
3RD ANNUAL MARDI GRAS WINEMAKER’S BALL
Calling all royalty: You’re invited to an elegant evening of live music, local wine and a four-course meal. A king and queen will be crowned at the end of the night. Where: Les Bourgeois Vineyard When: Feb. 10, 5:30 p.m. 8
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Cost: $50–$60, single; $440, table of eight Call: 698-3060 Online: missouriwine.com
DUBLIN IRISH DANCE: STEPPING OUT
With music provided by a traditional Irish band, this night of Irish step dancing will knock your socks and tap shoes off. Where: Jesse Auditorium When: Feb. 15, 6–8:30 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 882-2121 Online: stufftodo.missouri.edu
VERTICAL DESIRES: AN EVENING OF POLE PERFORMANCE
Spice up your Valentine’s Day weekend with a dance show that’s different from most — because it’s done on poles. Professionally choreographed, it’s sure to impress both you and your date. Where: The Blue Note When: Feb. 16, 8:30 p.m. Cost: $15 in advance; $20 day of Call: 874-1944 Online: thebluenote.com
MUSIC & ART: REFLECTIONS ON ARTWORK FROM THE MUSEUM OF ART AND ARCHEOLOGY Art comes alive through the voices of the MU School of Music’s Ars Nova Singers. Relish in the beauty of music influenced by pieces from the museum. Where: Sacred Heart Catholic Church When: Feb. 27, 7 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 882-3591 Online: maa.missouri.edu
Families and Festivals WILD & SCENIC FILM FEST
Travel the world without leaving Columbia at this film festival. Movie topics include biodiversity, climate change and conservation, among others.
Where: The Blue Note When: Feb. 11, 1 p.m. doors; 2 p.m. show Cost: $14; $10, students; Free, children 8 and under Call: 874-1944 Online: wildandscenicfilmfestival.org
COLUMBIA WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET
Rain or shine, sleet or snow, Columbia Farmers’ Market ventures forth. Columbia- and other Missouri-based artisans and vendors take to the indoors this winter to bring their locally sourced products to residents. Where: Parkade Center When: Saturdays, Feb. 12–March 10, 9 a.m. to noon Cost: Free Call: 823-6889 Online: columbiafarmersmarket.org
CORDUROY PARTY
One day, Lisa went to the store with her mother and fell in love with a corduroy bear in green overalls with a missing button. Enjoy a reading of the book at this activity-filled, family-friendly event. Where: Columbia Public Library When: Feb. 15, 6–6:45 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 443-3161 Online: dbrl.org
WORLD ANTHROPOLOGY FAMILY DAY
Immerse yourself in history at the Museum of Anthropology. Activity tables will be spread throughout Mizzou North, and kids can even participate in a scavenger hunt. Where: Mizzou North When: Feb. 17, noon–2 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 882-3573 Online: anthromuseum.missouri.edu
RED SHOE GALA
The Red Shoe Gala is back to raise funds for the Ronald McDonald House, which
works to give a home away from home to sick children and their families. The evening will consist of auctions, a dinner and live entertainment. Where: University Club at Reynolds Alumni Center When: Feb. 22, 6–9 p.m. Cost: $150 Call: 443-7666 Online: rmhcredshoegala.com
VOLUNTARY ACTION CENTER TRIVIA NIGHT
This fundraiser for the Voluntary Action Center, which works to assist low-income families, will be filled with trivia, dollar games, food and prizes. It’s the quintessential night out for you and your friends. Where: Knights of Columbus Hall When: Feb. 23, 5:30–9 p.m. Cost: $30, single; $200, team of eight Call: 874-2273 Online: vacmo.org
CHINESE NEW YEAR SHOWCASE
In honor of the Spring Festival, also known as the Chinese New Year, students from across Missouri will put on a live performance. They will display traditional forms of Chinese singing, dancing, music, martial arts and more. Where: Missouri Theatre When: Feb. 23, 7–9:30 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 882-9061 Online: confucius.missouri.edu
MID-MO EXPO: SMALL FARM TO BACKYARD GARDEN
Got a bit of a green thumb and looking to learn more? Choose between 20 different educational seminars on topics such as beekeeping, raising chickens, native plants and more at this event presented by MU Extension. Where: Battle High School When: Feb. 25, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $40–50
Call: 445-9792 Online: extension.missouri.edu
COLUMBIA’S LARGEST INDOOR GARAGE SALE
Whether you’re looking for a bargain or a place to sell that old lamp, you can find it in the 19,000 square feet of Columbia’s Largest Indoor Garage Sale. Where: Holiday Inn Executive Center When: Feb. 25, 12:30–3:30 p.m. Cost: $4; Free, kids 12 and under Call: 445-8531 Online: holidaycolumbia.com
Music HIPPO CAMPUS
Tap your feet uncontrollably to the vivacious indie rock tunes of this Minnesota quartet. Hippo Campus will continue its Landmark tour following the release of the full-length studio album and the band’s other EP this past year. Where: The Blue Note When: Feb. 2, 8:30 p.m. Cost: $16 in advance; $18 day of Call: 874-1944 Online: thebluenote.com
FOLK ARTISTS PAUL DEHAVEN, SOUL MAMA AND KELSEY MORGAN Three folk artist powerhouses join together for a night of music. Where: Cafe Berlin When: Feb. 3, 8–11 p.m. Cost: $5 Call: 441-0400 Online: cafeberlincomo.com
BLUE WATER HIGHWAY
Blue Water Highway combines alt-rock, indie and Americana styles with threepart vocal harmonies from classically trained opera singers and a large range of instruments, including the accordion and the lap steel. Where: Cafe Berlin When: Feb. 9, 8:30 p.m. doors; 9:30 p.m. show Cost: $12 in advance; $14 day of show Call: 874-1944 Online: rosemusichall.com
MONTGOMERY GENTRY
With musical success dating back nearly two decades, Eddie Montgomery will sing on in the absence of the late Troy Gentry, the other voice of the country duo. Lace up your boots for the group’s best hits, such as “Where I Come From” and “Something to Be Proud Of,” as well as tracks from its latest album, Here’s to You, recorded before Gentry’s death. Where: The Blue Note When: Feb. 9, 9 p.m. Cost: $29.50 in advance; $32 day of Call: 874-1944 Online: thebluenote.com
MOON TAXI WITH KALU AND THE ELECTRIC JOINT
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newest single, “Two High,” was written to promote peace and has reached more than 75 million listens on Spotify. Where: The Blue Note When: Feb. 15, 8 p.m. Cost: $23 in advance; $25 day of show Call: 874-1944 Online: thebluenote.com
Antonio Sanchez: Birdman Live See the award-winning film’s score performed live during a screening of the picture
MONTHLY OPEN-MIC NIGHT
Belt out your favorite singalongs or an original tune at Fretboard Coffee’s outdoor stage on the third Friday of every month. Sip some coffee, and listen to locals voice their creativity. Where: Fretboard Coffee When: Feb. 16, March 16, April 20 and May 18, 6 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 227-2233 Online: facebook.com/ events/1531266573617471/
BITCHIN BAJAS AND SOLID WASTE: DISMAL NICHE
Experimentalists and local favorites Bitchin Bajas team up with punk-rock band Solid Waste for a night of newwave music. Where: Cafe Berlin When: Feb. 17, 8 p.m. Cost: $8 Call: 441-0400 Online: cafeberlincomo.com
FUTURE TEENS, EXTRAVISION, NICHOLAS NAIOTI AND FOREST LIFE
The only thing better than supporting local musicians is supporting musicians from other cities at the same time. Grab a table and a drink, and enjoy the sounds of music from Iowa, Massachusetts and good ol’ Columbia. Where: Cafe Berlin When: Feb. 18, 9 p.m. Cost: $5 Call: 441-0400 Online: cafeberlincomo.com
THAT 1 GUY
That 1 Guy, also known as Mike Silverman, produces a unique sound in his shows with the help of The Magic Pipe, a towering conglomeration of strings, electronics and other various sound-producing devices. Where: Rose Music Hall When: Feb. 20, 7 p.m. doors; 8 p.m. show Cost: $12 Call: 874-1944 Online: rosemusichall.com
Sports and Outdoors MIZZOU GYMNASTICS VS. LSU
When Tigers go head to head, who tumbles out on top? Cheer on whichever Tiger you prefer when the Mizzou Tigers compete against the LSU Tigers. Where: Hearnes Center When: Feb. 9, 7:15 p.m. Cost: $8; $5, seniors and children Call: 884-7297 Online: mutigers.com
Mexican-American drummer Antonio Sanchez has won five Grammys and recently released an original album, Bad Hombre.
BY JESSICA HEIM-BROUWER
Nearly four years following Birdman’s release, fans of the film can again see it on the big screen — this time, with a twist. Famous jazz drummer Antonio Sanchez, who wrote the movie’s score, will perform live on the drums as the film plays in sync with the soundtrack. Earning a number of accolades, including Best Picture, and a 91-percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, Birdman captures the journey of middleaged actor Riggan Thomson, played by Michael Keaton, who writes, directs and stars in his own play. However, he struggles to escape the mocking, internal voice of “Birdman,” the infamous movie character he played two decades ago. As if a movie about acting isn’t meta enough, Sanchez helps drive the plot forward, improvising his up-tempo drum breaks that aptly express the range of moods throughout the film. Sanchez has been involved in other films besides Birdman.
He composed the soundtrack for the Spanish movie Política, manual de instrucciones and has collected five Grammys during his successful career. MU senior Landon Wolf, a percussionist himself, hopes to attend the performance — it would be his fourth time seeing Birdman. He says he thinks its soundtrack is well-executed, especially at certain points in the movie where the audience sees shots of a drummer playing the music backstage. “I feel this gives the viewer a sense of understanding and depth,” Wolf says. “You know the source of the music, but the characters aren’t always around the drums. In a way, the drummer serves as an omnipotent figure, always reacting to the events and world of the movie.” Where: Missouri Theatre When: Feb. 28, 7 p.m. Cost: $28–38; $25.20–34.20, students Call: 882-3781 Online: concertseries. missouri.edu
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Sweet Honey in the Rock
Feb. 17, 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Cost: $9 per session; Free, children 5 and under Call: 875-4880 Online: mshsaa.org
The music ensemble advocates for social justice through its a capella sounds
RUNNIN’ AGAINST MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS 5K
Support those with multiple sclerosis in the Columbia community through a 5K fundraiser. All proceeds go to the local MS Institute. Where: Stephens Lake Park When: Feb. 17, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost: $35 Call: 972-955-9342 Online: mizzourams.com
MIZZOU WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS. VANDERBILT
In 44 years, more than 20 performers have been part of Sweet Honey in the Rock. Nitanju Bolade Casel, Louise Robinson, Aisha Kahil and Carol Maillard compose the current lineup.
BY ANNA MAPLES
Multiple Grammy-nominated ensemble Sweet Honey in the Rock has a history dating back to 1973. Accompanied by a sign language interpreter, the all-female group draws influence from traditional hymns and Gospel music from AfricanAmerican churches and infuses them with an a cappella style. Sweet Honey in the Rock, named after a song based on Psalm 81:16, has a clear mission: to educate its audience about issues related to social justice movements and to preserve the sounds of African-American vocal music. “They focus their music on social justice,” says Elizabeth Campbell, who works at the University Concert Series box office. “They do a lot for the deaf community.” Composed of intricate four-part harmonies and very
specific messages, the group’s songs address issues such as immigration, police violence, civil rights, spirituality and racism. “Second Line Blues,” a single from its latest album, #LoveInEvolution, roll calls the names of the victims of recent tragedies from Sandra Bland to those killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School. And the list keeps growing as the group continues to perform the song. Sweet Honey in the Rock has produced a discography of more than 20 albums over the decades. Its current incarnation consists of members Carol Maillard, Louise Robinson, Nitanju Bolade Casel and Aisha Kahlil, along with bass player Romeir Mendez. Where: Jesse Auditorium When: Feb. 25, 7 p.m. Cost: $18–38 Call: 882-3781 Online: concertseries. missouri.edu
ROCK BRIDGE HS VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL VS. HICKMAN HS
The Rock Bridge boys basketball team challenges the Hickman squad in this intra-city showdown. The girls basketball team will provide a chili buffet during the game to raise funds and keep fans full. Where: Rock Bridge High School When: Feb. 13, 7:30 p.m. Cost: $5, adults; $3, students 10
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MSHSAA WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIPS
High school wrestlers from across Missouri will flock to Columbia for the MSHSAA Wrestling Championships — their big state meet for the season. Where: Mizzou Arena When: Feb. 15, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Feb. 16, 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.;
The Mizzou Tigers gear up for March Madness as they take on the Commodores. Pack the bleachers for their last home game of the season. Where: Mizzou Arena When: Feb. 22, 7 p.m. Cost: $8; $5, seniors and children; Free with student ID Call: 882-6501 Online: mutigers.com
MIZZOU SWIMMING AND DIVING NCAA QUALIFIER
Watch the Mizzou Tigers claw their way to the NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships. Only those with the best scores and times will continue on after this weekend of fierce competition. Where: Mizzou Aquatics Center When: Feb. 23–24, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 882-6501 Online: mutigers.com
COMO ROLLER DERBY VS. MO-KAN ROLLER GIRLZ
These women are on wheels, but they’re not freewheelin’. Expect high speed and high intensity at the CoMo Roller Derby season opener. Where: Bob Lemone Building, Hallsville When: Feb. 24, 5:30 p.m. doors; 6:30 p.m. bout Cost: $8; Free, children 10 and under Email: comoddexecboard@gmail.com Online: comoderbydames.org
ROCHEPORT ROUBAIX
Save on the plane ticket, and stay local for mid-Missouri’s version of the Paris bike race. River views accompany riders on a 20-, 50- or 70-mile trek. Where: Third Street, Rocheport When: Feb. 24, 8 a.m. registration; 9:30 a.m. race Cost: $50–60 Call: 445-2664 Online: ultramaxsports.com
Stage NEXT TO NORMAL
Modern musical meets mental illness in this Pulitzer Prize-winning show that follows one American family. The show tackles deep themes such as manic
depression, grief and drug addiction. Where: Columbia Entertainment Company When: Feb. 1–4, Feb. 8–11 and Feb. 15–18, Thu.–Sat., 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. Cost: $14, Fri.–Sun.; $12, Fri.–Sun., seniors, students and children 12 and younger; $10, Thursday Call: 474-3699 Online: cectheatre.org
MIZZOU NEW PLAY SERIES
Mizzou student playwrights show off their creativity with tales of adventure, drama and more. From plays to poems, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Where: Black Box Theatre, Studio 4 When: Feb. 7–10, 7:30 p.m.; Feb. 10–11, 2 p.m. Cost: $5 Call: 882-7529 Online: theatre.missouri.edu
LOUIE, LOUIE AND LA DOLCE VITA
An interracial couple and the FBI are at the heart of this play set in the 1960s. Playwright Frank Higgins has had his work performed across the country, but this is the play’s world premiere. Where: Talking Horse Productions When: Feb. 9–11 and Feb. 15–18, Thu.–Sat., 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. Cost: $15; $13, seniors and students Call: 268-1381 Online: talkinghorseproductions.org
TWELFTH NIGHT
Confusion ensues in this Shakespearean play when a woman disguised as a man falls in love with her employer, the duke. Prepare for a comedy of love triangles and mistaken identities. Where: Warehouse Theatre When: Feb. 15–17, 7:30 p.m.; Feb. 18, 2 p.m. Cost: $8; $6, seniors and students; $3, Stephens students Call: 876-7199 Online: eventbrite.com
THE MOUNTAINTOP
Set on the evening of April 4, 1968, this play explores a fictionalization of what might have occurred between Martin Luther King Jr. and a seemingly insignificant maid the night King was assassinated. Where: Jesse Auditorium When: Feb. 19, 7 p.m. Cost: $18–33 Call: 882-3781 Online: concertseries.missouri.edu
THE GREEN DUCK LOUNGE
Broken into three acts, this play connects #BlackLivesMatter with the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. It focuses on Leon Jordan a Missouri — police officer, politician and civil rights activist. Where: Rhynsburger Theatre When: Feb. 21–24, 7:30 p.m.; Feb. 25, 2 p.m. Cost: $15 plus tax Call: 882-7529 Online: theatre.missouri.edu PHOTO COURTESY OF HOWARD T. CASH PHOTOGRAPHY
Arts and Culture NATIONAL HISTORY DAY IN MISSOURI CONTEST: PERFORMANCES AND EXHIBITS Enjoy historically based creative works by sixth- to 12th-grade Missouri students during the live judging. The array of documentaries, performances and websites will send you on a trip to the past. Where: Columbia College When: March 7, 4–7 p.m.
Cost: Free Call: 751-4303 Online: nhdmo.org
INDULGE ART EXHIBITION
Food meets art in this ongoing exhibit by the Columbia Art League. Prepare your palate for the artistic expressions of how our lives connect with food. Where: Columbia Art League When: Through March 9 Cost: Free Call: 443-8838 Online: columbiaartleague.org
WOMEN’S POETRY NIGHT
Sip, snack, and celebrate women at the annual poetry night. Listen to poems from people in the community and campus. Don’t be shy; get up and speak. Where: MU Women’s Center When: March 14, 6–9 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 882-6621 Online: stufftodo.missouri.edu
SHOWME WRITERS MASTERCLASS MINIS
Whether you’re the next J.K. Rowling or
Jill Orr, the Missouri Writers’ Guild and Mizzou Publishing partnership invites budding writers to network and learn from established authors. Where: MU Student Center When: March 17, 12–4 p.m. Cost: $25 Call: 882-8567 Online: showmewriters.com
ELECTRIFY! ART EXHIBITION Explore evolving ideas about the past, present and future in Electrify!, an exhibition of work by people ages 16
Eighth Annual Missouri Beer Festival Food, tunes and brews come together for Columbia’s original suds-filled jamboree 1839 Taphouse or The Meat Wagon. Country music artist Jonny Henry will be playing live music to keep the party going. After tasting craft beer samples, attendees can vote on their favorite for the People’s Choice Award. Lexie Friedrich, a senior at MU, basked in the brews and food of last year’s event and still uses her souvenirs as a reminder of the experience. “The beer festival was something different than what normally happens in Columbia,” she says. All beer tasters must be 21 or older, and designated drivers can attend the event for free.
BY ALEX EDWARDS
Whether it’s at Logboat or Broadway Brewery, Bur Oak or Craft Beer Cellar, Columbians sure do love their craft brews. With a variety of production methods and creativity, each beer tastes different despite all being brewed in the same town. For the self-proclaimed beer snobs and brewski connoisseurs, there’s a single event where you can try them all. The Missouri Beer Festival, a good old-fashioned “darty,” is a day-long party, including food, music and alcohol. Eight years ago, Tom Bradley, founder of Missouri Beer Festival, realized, to his surprise, that CoMo had its fair share of watering holes but an absence of a single alcohol-related event. “‘How can Columbia NOT have a beer festival?,’ I thought,” Bradley writes in an email. “That’s just wrong. So, we launched the Missouri Beer Festival PHOTO COURTESY OF TOM BRADLEY
One of the partners for the Missouri Beer Festival, Bur Oak Brewery, serves year-round beers as well as limited releases depending on the season.
before I had ever even attended a beer fest. Maybe that was risky, but we’ve learned a lot along the way.”
In between tasting one of the 150 samples, attendees can purchase food from 44 Canteen, Como Smoke & Fire,
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Stranger Than Fiction Exhibition Columbia Art League’s exhibit will emulate the surreal feelings of the world BY SAMANTHA BROWN
It’s been one crazy year, and if you’re still trying to figure it out, the Columbia Art League can help with its Stranger Than Fiction exhibit. The new show, which opens March 13 and runs through April 27, centers on the theme of the surreal. “Surreal” was Merriam-Webster’s word of the year in 2016 and is defined by the dictionary as “marked by the intense irrational reality of a dream.” For CAL, this word, originating from the surrealist movement, presented a unique opportunity. “Surrealism is very reflective of how people are feeling right now,” says Louise Sarver, operations manager at CAL. She says CAL wanted to create a show that captured that emotion. “When we’re planning our shows, we’re always trying to consider what
to 25 with disabilities. This traveling showcase is part of the Very Special Arts Emerging Young Artists Program. Where: Museum of Art and Archaeology When: Through March 18 Cost: Free Call: 882-3591 Online: maa.missouri.edu
Families and Festivals TRUE/FALSE FILM FEST
The True/False Film Fest has showcased independent and documentary films since 2004. This year, the four-day fest is sure to be bigger than ever as it shows off filmmakers, artists and musicians throughout downtown Columbia. Where: Various locations When: March 1–4 Cost: $35–975 for ticket packages Call: 442-8783 Online: truefalse.org
Columbia Art League will hold a surrealist exhibit called Stranger Than Fiction aimed at capturing the emotions of the past year.
fundraiser, Bowl for Kids’ Sake. Where: AMF Town and Country Lanes When: March 3, 11:30 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. Cost: $350 per team Call: 851-1116 Online: bigsofcentralmo.ejoinme.org
BATTLE HS BAND BOOSTERS SPRING CRAFT BAZAAR
The Battle High School Band Boosters is hosting its third annual Spring Bazaar, which will have wares from local artisans and vendors, handmade crafts and raffles throughout the day. Where: Battle High Commons When: March 10, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: $2 Call: 356-5503 Online: facebook.com/BattleSpringBazaar
BLUE THUNDER TRACK REGISTRATION DAY
Lantern Day is coming to Columbia in celebration of the end of the 15-day Chinese New Year. At the event, attendees will be able to make their own lanterns, participate in traditional games and enjoy an array of snacks. Where: Mizzou North Room 707 When: March 2, 3–6 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 882-9061 Online: confucius.missouri.edu
Participate in a wide variety of sports events on the registration day for Blue Thunder Track Club, a youth group where those of all skill levels can participate in track events such as sprints and race walks. Where: Armory Sports Center When: March 10, 2–5 p.m. Cost: $5 Call: 874-6378 Online: como.gov
BOWL FOR KIDS’ SAKE
ST. PATRICK’S PARTY
LANTERN DAY
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At this St. Patrick’s Party for preschoolers, dress in all-green, enjoy a festive morning filled with crafts, and find the
pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Pre-registration is required. Where: Hillcrest Community Center When: March 15, 10–10:45 a.m. Cost: $6 Call: 874-7460 Online: como.gov
ANNUAL TRAIN SHOW
Kids of all ages can marvel at models, photographs and video of the early days of travel at the Annual Train Show. The event is sponsored by Mid-Mo Railfans, Columbia Parks and Recreation and Paquin Tower Recreation Council. Where: Paquin Tower When: March 17, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 874-7460
Music SHOW ME OPERA: ALCINA
In collaboration with the University Philharmonic, the Show-Me Opera will perform Alcina by Georg Friedrich Händel. It tells the story of Ruggerio and his wife, Bradamante, as they try to escape the sorceress, Alcina. Where: Missouri Theatre When: March 9–10, 7 p.m. Cost: $23 Call: 882-3781 Online: concertseries.missouri.edu
QUINN XCII
Lovers of pop, indie, electronic, R&B or all the above won’t want to miss the lively stage presence of this up-andcoming Detroit songwriter. Drawing attention in 2015 and gaining more
people are talking about,” Sarver says. She says it’s “important as a gallery to give people a place to express themselves.” Planning for the show will begin in the next couple weeks with the gallery reaching out to previous artists to see if anyone has begun creating art for the exhibit. CAL will also take submissions for the exhibition on March 9 and 10. The opening reception will be held March 16 from 6–8 p.m. Where: Columbia Art League When: March 13–April 27 Tue.-Fri., 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 443-8838 Online: columbiaartleague.org
popularity with his 2017 record, Quinn XCII could be the next artist you boast about having seen. Where: The Blue Note When: March 10, 8 p.m. Cost: $18 in advance; $20 day of Call: 874-1944 Online: thebluenote.com
RANDY ROGERS BAND WITH THE COMANCHEROS
Since 2002, the Randy Rogers Band has worked together through changing musical styles to perform tunes reminiscent of the group’s country roots. The Comancheros, a Columbia-based country-metal band, will open. Where: The Blue Note When: March 17, 8 p.m. Cost: $20 in advance; $22 day of Call: 874-1944 Online: thebluenote.com
ANDERSON EAST WITH JS ONDARA
Together, Anderson East and JS Ondara provide The Blue Note with a rock ‘n’ roll and bluesy style of music. East’s most popular song off of his newest album, Encore, was co-written by Ed Sheeran. Where: The Blue Note When: March 21, 7:30 p.m. Cost: $16 in advance; $18 day of Call: 874-1944 Online: thebluenote.com
CHICO FREEMAN PLUS+TET
Get jazzed about this one: Chicago Saxophonist Chico Freeman has recently returned to the U.S. from a decade of musical endeavors in Europe. This time, PHOTO COURTESY OF COLUMBIA ART LEAGUE
he’ll lead a full ensemble that blends the genre’s range of sounds. Where: Whitmore Recital Hall When: March 22, 7 p.m. Cost: $20–37; $10–25, students Call: 449-3009 Online: wealwaysswing.org
Sports and Outdoors SPECIAL OLYMPICS MISSOURI POLAR PLUNGE
It’s that time of year again to grin and bear the ice-cold temps by jumping in the freezing lake for a good cause. Costumes are encouraged for this music- and funfilled family event. Where: Bass Pro Shops Lake When: March 3, 10 a.m. Cost: $75 Call: 635-1660 Online: somo.org
COLUMBIA COLLEGE SOFTBALL VS. STEPHENS COLLEGE The Columbia College Cougars and the Stephens College Stars compete in this
Arts and Culture MIZZOU TRIANGLE COALITION PRESENTS: LET’S GET LOUD DRAG SHOW
The party is on! Dance, sing, and laugh your way through the Mizzou Triangle Coalition’s annual drag show. All are welcome at this glitter-filled celebration. Where: Stotler Lounge When: April 11, 7:30–10 p.m. Cost: Free Email: tricomizzou@gmail.com Online: stufftodo.missouri.edu
MURDER MYSTERY DINNER THEATER
Someone was murdered, and it’s up to you to figure out how it happened at this themed dinner. Pull out your detective gear, and grab your friends for a night of
annual hometown faceoff. Where: Antimi Sports Complex When: March 12, 2 and 4 p.m. Cost: $5; $3, students Call: 875-7433 Online: columbiacougars.com
SHAMROX COLUMBIA 15K & 5K
Who needs Gatorade after a run when you can just drink beer? Start St. Patrick’s Day off with a run through Columbia followed by food, music and brews, of course. Where: Logboat Brewing Company When: March 17, 8 a.m. to noon Cost: $25–60 Call: 445-2664 Online: shamroxrun.com
SHOW-ME STATE GAMES HOOPIN’ IT UP BASKETBALL
Kids from third grade through high school will battle it out on the court to score the title of “best in Missouri.” Gather an all-star team to compete, or just cheer for your favorite basketball star in the tournament. Where: TBD
suspense and a $10-off group discount. Where: Victorian Country Inn When: April 14, 6–8 p.m. Cost: $59 Call: 819-2000 Online: victoriancountryinn.com
Families and Festivals CLEANUP COLUMBIA
Join hundreds of local residents in a citywide trash pickup event to make Columbia a more beautiful place. Online registration will open on Feb. 1. Where: Various locations When: April 14, 10 a.m. Cost: Free Call: 874-7499 Online: como.gov
UNBOUND BOOK FESTIVAL
The Unbound Book Festival will keep its
When: March 23–25 Cost: $240, team before March 1; $265, team after March 1; $10, spectators Call: 882-2109 Online: smsg.org
When: March 14–17, 7:30 p.m.; March 18, 2 p.m. Cost: $15 plus tax Call: 882-7529 Online: theatre.missouri.edu
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CINDERELLA
Missouri Contemporary Ballet teams up with the Odyssey Chamber Music Series and Island Moving Company to present the childhood classic, Cinderella. Watch the fairy tale with live music and dancing. Where: Missouri Theatre When: March 16–17, 7 p.m. Cost: $15–75 Call: 219-7134 Online: missouricontemporaryballet.org
ANNUAL DANCE COMPANY SPRING CONCERT
No matter your favorite dance style, you’ll find something to love at the Annual Dance Company Spring Concert. See Stephens College’s finest dancers tackle choreography from visiting artists. Where: Macklanburg Playhouse When: March 1–3, 7:30 p.m.; March 4, 2 p.m. Cost: $16; $8, seniors and students Call: 876-7199 Online: stephens.edu
WHEN WE WERE YOUNG AND UNAFRAID
From the mind of Sarah Treem, a writer for the first season of House of Cards, this play centers on a bed and breakfast in 1972 where victims of domestic abuse take refuge. Where: Warehouse Theatre When: March 16, 7:30 p.m.; March 17, 2 and 7:30 p.m. March 18, 2 p.m.
THE DROWNING GIRLS
This comedic play captivates the audience as three women return from their graves to prosecute their killer. Where: Black Box Theatre Studio 4
tradition of bringing acclaimed authors to Columbia with this festival, which includes talks with authors and an address from keynote speaker and White Teeth author Zadie Smith. Where: Various locations When: April 19–21 Cost: Free Online: unboundbookfestival.com
FLOAT YOUR BOAT
All are invited to race a boat this spring to raise funds for the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri. Registered teams will build cardboard boats prior to the day of the event and then race. Where: Bass Pro Shops Lake When: April 28, time TBA Cost: $30, short course; $50, long course; Free to watch Call: 447-6611 Online: floatforthefoodbank.org
SAFE KIDS DAY
The Safe Kids Columbia Program will provide safety education for kids in an effort to reduce unintentional childhood injury. The day will be filled with fun activities and resources for keeping Columbia safe –– complete with firetrucks and emergency vehicles for kids to explore. Where: MU Hearnes Center Fieldhouse When: April 28, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 771-9216 Online: muhealth.org
Music CAMERON CARPENTER: INTERNATIONAL TOURING ORGAN
With his digital touring organ, Cameron
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MLB Pitch, Hit & Run Columbia kids can show off their skills for a chance to play ball at Busch Stadium
Carpenter preserves the massive sounds of the traditional pipe organ while tackling the sounds of modern music. Where: Missouri Theatre When: April 6, 7 p.m. Cost: $38–48; $26.60, children Call: 882-3781 Online: concertseries.missouri.edu
DR. DOG
This band’s smooth harmonies and groovy rock riffs will doctor your deficit of quality jams. Its upcoming album, Critical Equation, will be released April 27; for no, you can stream the group’s single “Listening In.” Where: The Blue Note When: April 8, 8 p.m. Cost: $25 Call: 449-3009 Online: thebluenote.com
POKEY LAFARGE
Children ages 7 to 14 can participate in MLB Pitch, Hit & Run. Columbia’s competition is one of more than 4,500 PHR events.
BY ANNAMARIE HIGLEY
Busch Stadium has boasted baseball greats such as Bob Gibson, Albert Pujols and now — perhaps — your child. Kids ages 7 through 14 can vie for the chance to play on the Cardinals’ field at the local MLB Pitch, Hit & Run event, the official skills competition of the MLB. Aspirational youngsters will participate in three different contests, including pitching, hitting and running. “Pitch, Hit & Run is intended to encourage youth participation and emphasize the ‘fun’ element of baseball/softball,” Kelly P. Kelly, national PHR program manager, writes in an email. Columbia Parks and Recreation is hosting MLB PHR for the 12th consecutive year this spring. Across the country, there are 4,500 local events and over 625,000 participants, Kelly wrote. Winners of each local event progress through four rounds: the local competition, the sectional competition, the MLB team championship and national finals. The MLB team championship is held at Busch
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Stadium for Missouri qualifiers. The national finals are during MLB All-Star Week, so this year participants will compete in Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., before shagging baseballs for the Home Run Derby. Participants from the Columbia event have gone on to compete on the national stage. Camren Cross, community recreation supervisor for Columbia Parks and Recreation and the man who brought the PHR program to Columbia, says Mason Murray, a Harrisburg, Missouri, competitor, placed at the national level in 2007. Although few will qualify to travel east for the championships, Cross says he sees value in the competition, which he calls a “pretty neat experience” for all who participate. “It’s a story they get to tell for a long time,” he says. “If you can provide something like that for a kid, why not?” Where: Albert-Oakland Park When: April 28, 9:30 a.m. Cost: Free Call: 817-5077 Online: como.gov
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St. Louis songwriter Pokey LaFarge released his latest album, Manic Revelations, last year. His old-school country feel will fit right in with the local love for bluegrass. Where: The Blue Note When: April 12, 7:30 p.m. Cost: $17 in advance; $20 day of Call: 874-1944 Online: thebluenote.com
HERMON MEHARI QUARTET
The trumpeter and composer will perform, with his quartet, songs from his award-winning jazz album, Bleu. The UMKC graduate has reached No. 1 on iTunes for his jazz numbers. Where: Murry’s When: April 15, 2:30 and 6 p.m. Cost: $28–46; $20–35, students Call: 449-3009 Online: wealwaysswing.org
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI CHORAL UNION WITH R. PAUL CRABB
Listen to the blending of three different musical groups and guest performers. Conducted by R. Paul Crabb and Stefan Freund, the groups will perform pieces by Leonard Bernstein, Francis Poulenc and Ludwig van Beethoven. Where: Jesse Auditorium When: April 19, 7 p.m. Cost: $23 Call: 882-3781 Online: concertseries.missouri.edu
THE REVEREND PEYTON’S BIG DAMN BAND
Singer-guitarist Reverend Peyton stands as the colossal personality at the front of his Big Damn Band, a bluesy-country outfit. The group combines original songs with covers of traditional blues records that still resonate today. Where: Rose Music Hall When: April 19, 8 p.m. doors; 9 p.m. show Cost: $10 Call: 874-1944 Online: rosemusichall.com
Sports and Outdoors KICK IT FOR THE K9S KICKBALL TOURNAMENT
Clean up your cleats, and kick up some dirt to raise funds for the pups of Central Missouri Humane Society. Adoptable furry faces will be there to root on the teams from the sidelines. Where: Central Missouri Humane Society When: April 7, 1–6 p.m. Cost: $25 Email: midmissourikickball@gmail.com Online: midmissourikickball.com
KITE FLYING DAY
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s a kite — lots of them. Columbia Parks and Recreation invites you to come out for kite flying and prizes. Where: Douglass Park, April 7; Indian Hills Park, April 21 When: April 7 and April 21, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 874-7460 Online: como.gov
MU TENNIS VS. ALABAMA
Help the MU tennis team ace its final home match of the season by attending the game against Alabama. Where: Green Tennis Center, Mizzou Tennis Complex When: April 8, noon–3 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 884-7297 Online: mutigers.com
COMO ROLLER DERBY VS. SOUTHERN ILLINOIS ROLLER GIRLS
The CoMo Roller Derby Dames are ‘bout to throw down in their 2018 season. With skaters named Mount Crushmore, Apple Sass and L on Wheels, it’s bound to be a good bout. Where: Bob Lemone Building, Hallsville When: April 28, 5:30 p.m. doors; 6:30 p.m. bout Cost: $8; Free, children Email: comoddexecboard@gmail.com Online: comoderbydames.org
Stage WE FOUND LOVE AND AN EXQUISITE SET OF PORCELAIN FIGURINES ABOARD THE SS FARNDALE AVENUE
The ladies of the Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society (take a breath) put a spin on the classics by performing their original take on a 1930s musical comedy. Where: Columbia Entertainment Company When: April 5–8, April 12–15 and April 19–22; Thu.–Sat., 7:30; Sunday, 2 p.m. Cost: $14; $12, students and children 12 and under; $10, Thursday Call: 474-3699 Online: cectheatre.org
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FRANKENSTEIN (AN IMMERSIVE ADAPTATION BY ELIZABETH BRAATEN PALMIERI)
GreenHouse Theatre Project will perform an adaptation of Mary Shelley’s haunting book Frankenstein. The audience is encouraged to follow the actors throughout the space, but brace yourself for where you might go. Where: Silver Box Photography Studio/Hoot Design When: April 11–15, 8 p.m. Cost: $16; $12, students; $10, members Email: greenhousetheatreproject@ gmail.com Online: greenhousetp.org
IT’S ONLY LIFE
The music of John Bucchino heads to Talking Horse Productions with It’s Only Life. Experience the highs, the lows, the joys and the sorrows of life through this musical revue. Where: Talking Horse Productions When: April 13–14 and April 19–21, 7:30 p.m.; April 15 and April 22, 2 p.m. Cost: $15; $13, seniors and students Call: 268-1381 Online: talkinghorseproductions.org
AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’
Travel back in time, and swing to the music of Thomas “Fats” Waller at this Tony Award-winning musical. The show features songs such as “Handful of Keys,” “I Can’t Give You Anything But Love” and, of course, “Ain’t Misbehavin’.” Where: Maplewood Barn Community Theatre When: April 19–22, April 26–29 and May 3–6, 8 p.m. Cost: $12; $3, children 10 and under Call: 227-2276 Online: maplewoodbarn.com
THE RIMERS OF ELDRITCH
Award-winning Missouri-born playwright Lanford Wilson’s The Rimers of Eldritch examines darkness in the rural Midwest. A free conference featuring people who worked with Wilson will accompany the production. Where: Rhynsburger Theatre When: April 25–28, 7:30 p.m.; April 29, 2 p.m. Cost: $15; $13 at the box office up to a week in advance Call: 882-7529 Online: theatre.missouri.edu
INTO THE WOODS
This Stephen Sondheim musical weaves several popular fairy tales such as Little Red Riding Hood and Cinderella together into a single story. Fans of classic Disney musicals and more intense dramas alike will enjoy the twists and turns of the plot and the impeccable score and lyrics. Where: Macklanburg Playhouse When: April 27–28, 7:30 p.m.; April 29, 2 p.m.; May 3–4, 7:30 p.m. Cost: $16; $8, seniors and students Call: 876-7199 Online: stephens.edu
MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE: SNOW WHITE & THE SEVEN DWARFS A classic fairytale comes to life when Missoula Children’s Theatre returns to Jesse Auditorium. This musical adaptation of the famous story will feature local children. Where: Jesse Auditorium When: April 28, 3 and 6 p.m. Cost: $15; $10, children Call: 882-3781 Online: concertseries.missouri.edu
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Cost: Free Call: 882-3591 Online: maa.missouri.edu
A MEAL WITH MOM
Who said it was too soon to find your child’s inner chef? Have a date night with your little one while creating delicious treats such as pizza-stuffed chicken and chocolate fruit kabobs. Where: The Catering Kitchen When: May 19, 4–6 p.m. Cost: $60, mother-child pair Call: 268-2248 Online: back2basicscooking.net
STUDIES IN CLASSICAL BEAUTY
Can’t make it to Italy for a summer vacay? Instead, explore a visual history of the country’s classical style with art pieces dating back to the 16th century. Where: Museum of Art and Archaeology When: May 22–Sept. 30
Families and Festivals 2018 MEMORIAL STAIR CLIMB Climb 110 flights of stairs in honor of the firefighters, law enforcement personnel and EMS providers who gave their lives on 9/11 during the second annual Memorial Stair Climb. Where: Faurot Field When: May 5, 8–11 a.m. Cost: $50 Call: 861-5152 Online: columbiastairclimb.com
SHELBYFEST 2018
Cruise on down to Jefferson City for the 12th annual Shelbyfest, a Mustang car show that draws over 700 automobiles from across the country,
One Act Festival
Stephens College revives its festival of one-act plays after a decade’s hiatus BY KAT CUA
A decade has passed since Stephens College’s Warehouse Theatre Company put on its One Act Festival. This year, the festival, which consists of four nights of one-act plays, is back by popular demand, says Winona Wiley, the theater company’s business manager. The company and festival is entirely student-run. Students wrote, directed and designed each play, and each show’s cast will be made up of students. Wiley says all the chosen plays follow
the theater’s mission. “We try to produce original work, avant-garde pieces and socially poignant works that are femalecentric,” Wiley says. All four plays will be performed every night.
Donahue Sisters
Barefoot in Nightgown by Candlelight
Hold for Three
Don Nigro opens the festival with a show in which a lonely girl at boarding school gets pulled into a game called Mistress and Slave. What starts off as innocent quickly turns dark.
Horrors
Geraldine Aron’s story involves three sisters who catch up in their childhood home and are shocked to find out everyone has troubles.
Nigro’s second play features three college girls await gruesome deaths during a weekend in a lake cabin.
Sherry Kramer’s play brings a lighter narrative to the festival. Three boys sit to watch the moon rise. Scottie and Bartey try to distract Ed, who has vowed to hold his breath until the moon has risen, by telling him stories.
Where: Warehouse Theatre When: April 5–7, 7:30 p.m.; April 8, 2 p.m. Cost: $8; $6, seniors and students Call: 876-7199 Online: stephens.edu
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complete with live music, a country cruise and car vendors. Where: Downtown Jefferson City When: May 5, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 632-2820 Online: shelbyfest.net
30TH ANNUAL SALUTE TO VETERANS CELEBRATION
What better way to spend Memorial Day weekend than honoring our veterans? Aircrafts on display, an airshow and a parade will all be part of the festivities. Where: Columbia Regional Airport When: May 26–28, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: Free Call: 449-6520 Online: salute.org
Music OH WONDER WITH ASTRONOMYY
The synth-pop duo, Oh Wonder, has come into its own in the past year. You can’t help but groove to the sensual, melodic beats of the group’s latest album, Ultralife. Astronomyy, an R&B-influenced artist who incorporates a bit of indie and electronica into his music, opens the eclectic night. Where: The Blue Note When: May 4, 7 p.m. Cost: $25
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A PERFECT CIRCLE
In their first North American tour since 2011, the metal-rock supergroup is back to grace the stage. Coming off of a slew of festival appearances, they are bound to put on an exciting show. Where: Mizzou Arena When: May 16, 7 p.m. Cost: $39.50-59.50 Call: 800-745-3000 Online: frankproductions.com
Sports and Outdoors 2018 TOUR OF HERMANN GRAVEL CHALLENGE
Whether it’s your first race or 31st, this bike tour is for anyone with a love of cycling. Five scenic loops offer different levels of difficulty, but for each loop completed a trophy awaits. Where: Hermann City Park When: May 5–6, 9 a.m. Cost: $65–120 Call: 314-775-2142 Online: tourofhermann alpineshopblog.com
TRIZOU TRIATHLON
If you believe cycling, swimming and running are the perfect trifecta, you’ll love this triathlon that’s suitable for both
beginners and pros. Where: Stankowski Field When: May 6, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost: $60–99 Call: 445-2664 Online: ultramaxsports.com
PEDALER’S JAMBOREE
Lace up your cycling shoes, and get ready to jam to the music. The Pedaler’s Jamboree is back, and this year it’s celebrating its 10th anniversary. Where: Flat Branch Park When: May 26–27, start times vary Cost: $50, before March 3; $55, March 3– May 25; $60, day of; $30, children before March 3; $40, children March 3–May 25; $45, children day of; $15, non-riders Call: 228-7476 Online: pedalersjamboree.com
onto the stage as they set out to rescue one of their inventions. Premium VIP tickets include a meet-and-greet with Chris and Martin Kratt. Where: Jesse Auditorium When: May 17, 6:30 p.m. Cost: $43.50–108.50 Call: 882-3781 Online: concertseries.missouri.edu
DANCING WITH MISSOURI STARS
Stage
Get swept away watching eight Missouri celebrities in this glamour-filled dance competition. Each contestant is paired with a professional dancer and given three months to practice. Where: Holiday Inn Expo Center When: May 17, 7 p.m. Cost: $20; $15, students Call: 219-7134 Online: missouricontemporaryballet.org
BABY BOOMER COMEDY SHOW
YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU
This isn’t your grandkids’ comedy show. Comedians Jan McInnis and Kent Rader perform a night of comedy focused on everything from family to aging. Where: Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre When: May 5, 8 p.m. Cost: $25 Call: 660-837-3311 Online: lyceumtheatre.org
WILD KRATTS LIVE
The Kratt Brothers leap out of the TV and
This Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy, originally on Broadway in 1936, centers on an unconventional Manhattan family that lives life to the fullest. The family’s rule? Do whatever makes you happy. Where: Maplewood Barn Community Theatre When: May 24–27, 8 p.m.; May 31–June 3, 8 p.m. Cost: $10, adults; $3, children under 10 Call: 227-2276 Online: maplewoodbarn.com
MUSIC
Into obscurity: uncover music for the eclectic at heart Go down the music rabbit hole to reveal some unexplored genres BY EMMA BEYER With the rise of modern technology and streaming services, new and intriguing music seems to be popping up by the minute. To sort out these popular but odd-sounding genres, Vox spoke with local music experts Kevin Carroll, shift manager at Vinyl Renaissance & Audio of Columbia, and Kyle Cook, co-owner of Hitt Records. Shoegaze Straight out of the ’90s, shoegaze is somewhat well-known by music lovers. The genre is about exploring the boundaries of guitar, according to Pitchfork, which calls it “music for dreaming.” It encapsulates these qualities — indie, melodic and reflective. Carroll says shoegaze has made a huge comeback since the ’90s and is one of his favorite exotic genres. “It’s symphonic post-rock,” he says. Example: Loveless by My Bloody Valentine Postmodern punk There’s been a recent resurgence in older genres such as psych-rock, but one of the largest renewals has been the postmodern punk wave, Carroll says. This genre combines social and political protest with punk intensity and a more mellow sound. Postmodern punk emulates the sound of punk bands from the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s and incorporates other genres such as pop, garage and metal. Bands such as The Smiths and The Strokes fall into this category, making it one of the more well-known and radio-friendly genres. Example: Nothing Feels Natural by Priests Neo-folk Cook says neo-folk is all about a folk-rock revival. “It almost feels like ragtime,” Cook says. “It’s like something that’s almost dying out, but people continue to carry out the tradition.” Neo-folk combines traditional folk music and instruments with industrial and electronic sounds. The genre has an Iron & Wine or Bon Iver feel with a little more banjo and a hipster Portland vibe. “It’s a modern interpretation of PHOTOS COURTESY OF APHEX TWIN AND PRIESTS
Katie Alice Greer and Taylor Mulitz perform with their feminist punk band, Priests. The postmodern punk group has released five studio albums starting in 2012. Its latest, Nothing Feels Natural, debuted January 2017.
something like finger-picking that goes back to Appalachia,” Cook says. Example: But, What Ends When the Symbols Shatter? by Death in June Ambient noise Another wide-ranging category of music is ambient noise, which often uses solo instrumentation or synthetic background noises to create a harmonic and calming sound. At the 2017 Dismal Niche Music and Arts Festival, one performer drummed, lit frankincense and flashed strobe lights for more than an hour. “People started having auditory hallucinations,” Cook says. That’s exactly the mood of ambient noise. Example: Nyro by Aphex Twin Although it’s easy to stick to the music you love, Cook encourages listeners to expand their music library. “It can be hard to break out of your music bubble,” Cook says. “But if you’re willing to get intimate with a new type of music, something will eventually grow on you.”
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Book your next nostalgic read Rediscover five childhood favorites recommended by local bookstore owners BY HANNAH SIMON When was the last time you read for fun? Better yet, when was the last time you revisited books from your childhood? Local bookstore owners Becky Asher, co-owner of Village Books, and Joe Chevalier, co-owner of Yellow Dog Bookshop, recommend five must-read children’s books with powerful messages that will bring you back to childhood’s blissful innocence and simplicity. “The Chronicles of Narnia”: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis Recommended by Asher, this popular childhood series is much more insightful when reread as an adult. “You don’t think about the fact that (the books) are set in World War II England,” Asher says. “That’s one of those things you see as an adult ... You have a lovely parallel of being sent to a new place, both in the real world and into Narnia itself.”
To survive the war, the Pevensie children are sent off to live in the country with a professor. But this plan proves faulty when the children discover a wardrobe hiding the magical and dangerous land of Narnia. The Dark Is Rising sequence by Susan Cooper One of Chevalier’s favorites, this series is based on Anglo-Saxon and Welsh myth. The main character, Will, discovers he is the last-born of the Old Ones, immortals who fight the forces of Darkness to keep the force of the Light alive. With this knowledge, Will and his allies embark on a trek to fight the Darkness. “The later (books in the series) really deal with these timeless questions of the nature of humanity — whether we’re disposed toward good or evil, the ways in which we’re drawn to one side or the other,” Chevalier says. Horton Hears a Who! by Dr. Seuss There are several Dr. Seuss books featuring Horton as a main character. Each book conveys that every person is important, no matter how big or small. “We still deal with Horton Hears a
Who! in that there are people who are smaller than us who just need to be noticed and helped and have a small hand held out to them to validate them instead of plowing over them,” Asher says. The House with a Clock in Its Walls by John Bellairs Chevalier revisits this novel every October due to the thrilling spookiness that accompanies the plot. The story centers on Lewis, an orphan who lives with his uncle in a strange house. The house was previously owned by a couple who practiced black magic and sought to end humankind with a clock that’s built into a wall of the house. “This book is a fairly dark book for children, although it’s still suitable for them, but I think adults can appreciate it on a different level,” Chevalier says. The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein Asher has a long list of childhood book recommendations to reread as an adult, but The Giving Tree stands out for its strong portrayal of the power of compassion. The book documents the relationship between a “giving” tree and a boy who continually “takes”
Rereading childhood books can take you back to simpler times. Dive into the nostalgic favorites of local book lovers.
throughout his life. The story’s theme is self-development and reflecting on what we take from others and what we can give in return. “I think we still get knowledge, we still get power from The Giving Tree and the poetry of Shel Silverstein,” Asher says.
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lthough senza means “without” in Italian, Mary Manulik of Senza Foods is proving her gluten-free pastries aren’t lacking in taste. Manulik’s mission to bring delicious treats to the gluten intolerant began in 1993 when her husband, Joe Quetsch, was diagnosed with celiac disease. Now her pastries can be found at Hy-Vee and the weekend Columbia Farmers’ Market. As Manulik had never had to worry about gluten before, baking without it presented quite the challenge. She describes how, after many trial-and-error experiments, she has turned her passion to help her husband into an edible reality for others to enjoy. How did your gluten-free journey begin? (My husband’s) mom found probably one of the first cookbooks that was public about gluten-free baking, so that’s where I started. It was like my bible. There was a lot to read about what celiac disease was and what foods to avoid. Because my husband was brand new (to the disease), he ate a lot of rice because he thought that’s all he could eat. So he would have rice with soy sauce, and the book was suggesting to check the ingredients of things such as soy sauce because they might have wheat in them. I had my nice soy sauce bottle, and its first ingredient was wheat. And I thought, “Oh!” So he was feeling better but not
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How do you envision Senza’s future? I’m certainly looking forward to the new (Columbia Farmers’) Market structure we’re going to have here. I think that will probably bring a lot more people to the market. When we had the eclipse weekend, this place was packed with people. I had these super cute little eclipse-decorated cookies, and I could have sold 200 of them. I think I had 100 of them. But it was just like, “Wow.” I talked to people from Minnesota and Colorado and some who were meeting their friends. They just made it like a family-reunion weekend. A big structure like this will really be a showcase place. — BY SAVANNAH WALSH PHOTO BY KATIE CURRID
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