The Observer, March 30, 2007
Volume XXXIX, Issue 22
The Buzz
Friday, March 30
Set in turn-of-the-century London, Christopher Nolan's The Prestige is an intriguing tale of magic, mystery, and obsession, starring Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale as rival magicians whose tricks become matters of life and death. Fans of suspense and unnaturally attractive men are sure to enjoy tonight's offering by Film Society, which screens in Strosacker. Time: 7, 9:30 p.m., 12 a.m. Cost: $3. Location: Strosacker Auditorium. Info: films.case.edu
Cleveland Early Music group Apollo's Fire performs Bach's St. John Passion this weekend. Bach's musical account of Jesus Christ's last days will be performed in English rather than the traditional German, and promises to be divine. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $10-$40. Location: Christ Presbyterian Church, 530 Tuscarawas St. W. Info: 216-320-0012.
Little surprise that Fighting Naked, the debut album by Humanwine, sounds like a freak-filled cabaret show. The Boston group is led by Brian Viglione, the drumming half of the Kurt Weill-loving punk band the Dresden Dolls. Humanwine's music veers closer to gypsy-flavored indie-rock, with theatrical pieces set around trash-can percussion and woozy waltzes. There's nothing on Fighting Naked (which is due in April) as melodically grabbing as the Dolls' Yes, Virginia, but the wild turns make for a complementary side project. Time: 9 p.m. Cost: $10. Location: The Grog Shop. Info: www.grogshop.gs
Saturday, March 31
Tonight, Film Society presents cult classic Clue, which, just as it sounds, enacts the classic board game as guests at Mr. Boddy's mansion try to figure out who killed their host. Time: 7, 9 p.m. Cost: $3. Location: Strosacker Auditorium. Info: films.case.edu
Sunday, April 1
Who said that good live concerts had to be expensive? Tonight, the rockers of Halifax hit the Agora Ballroom, with Greely Estates, Madine Lake, and Vincent Black Shadow. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $11 in advance, $12 day of show. Location: Agora Ballroom, 5000 Euclid Ave. Info: www.clevelandagora.com
Though Case might be known for its strength in the sciences and engineering, music in many forms flourishes on campus. Tonight, Case's celebrated Early Music Singers present The Davy Passion, which details the story of Jesus through song. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: free. Location: Harkness Chapel. Info: music.case.edu
Monday, April 2
Say what you want about the Indigo Girls, but listening to a few minutes of their thoughtful lyrics and harmonies can make even the most rabidly anti-folk listener feel "closer to fine." Let your inner hippie out tonight at Tower City Amphitheater, where the Indigo Girls will be playing with ThreeFiveHuman. Time: 6 p.m. Cost: $15-$25. Location: Tower City Amphitheater, 351 Canal Rd. Info: www.indigogirls.com
If you're in the mood for something a little more hiphop, head to the House of Blues to catch Nas for what promises to be a fantastic live performance. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $34-$42. Location: House of Blues, 308 Euclid Ave. Info: www.hob.com
Tuesday, April 3
Admit it, as much as you pretended to hate New Kids on the Block in elementary school, you still know all the words to "You Got It" (otherwise known as "The Right Stuff"). Joey McIntyre, fresh off his stint on "Dancing with the Stars," tries to rekindle his eighties heyday tonight at the House of Blues; you know you want to relive that eighties glory with him. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $20. Location: Cambridge Room, House of Blues, 308 Euclid Ave. Info: www.hob.com
Wednesday, April 4
Spot Night, Case's most under-attended weekly free event, promises great performances tonight by Meg Allison and Robin Stone. As always, cheap wings and $1 mystery beverages will be on hand to facilitate the fun. Time: 9:30 p.m. Cost: free. Location: The Spot. Info: upb.case.edu
Thursday, April 5
Enjoy what is sure to be a relaxing and humorous night with Comedian Tracey Ashley at the Spot. Cheap wings and tasty beverages will be available. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: free. Location: The Spot. Info: upb.case.edu
