This week's theater
Fiddler on the Roof - The Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall presents "Fiddler on the Roof" April 21-26. The Tony Award-winning musical, embarks on its national tour and audiences will have a once in a lifetime opportunity to see the original Tevye, Chaim Topol, perform the role that made him legendary with his award-winning portrayal. Full Story
This week's symphony
Rachmaninoff - The Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts presents "Classical No. 6," Rachmaninoff's Second Symphony, conducted by Vladimir Verbitsky, April 16-19. Two musical masterpieces are featured in this program: Schumann's Piano Concerto and Rachmaninoff's Second Symphony. 597-1900 or www.thephil.org. Full Story
Wednesday, April 15
Evening With - The Art League of Bonita Springs hosts "An Evening With... Jazz Standards with Rebecca Richardson and the Dan Heck Quartet" from 7-9 p.m. 495-8989 or www.artcenterbonita.org. Midori - The Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts hosts superstar violinist Midori. Full Story
Thursday, April 16
Tom Jones - One of the enduring personalities in the music entertainment business, Tom Jones, performs at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at 7:30 p.m. His unique vocal power, ability and charismatic persona make him one of the most respected, admired and loved performers in modern popular music. (800) 440-7469 or 481-4849 or www.bbmannpah. com. Full Story
Friday, April 17
Open House - The Art League of Bonita Springs hosts a Campus Open House and Art Focus Reception from 6-8 p.m. This event allows visitors to see an exhibition opening as well as the work that students are doing. Full Story
Saturday, April 18
Dance Lessons - Learn country two-step dance and some ballroom at Aki's Dance Studio, 6300 Metro Plantation Road, Fort Myers. Start at 6:30 p.m. with a beginner two-step lesson followed by open dancing. Cost: $10 per person with or without the lesson. 508-473-9797or Joe@ Able-Realty.com. Full Story
Sunday, April 19
Blues Fest - The 17th annual Fort Myers River and Blues Festival will be held from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Centennial Park in downtown fort Myers. Admission: $5; kids under 10 are free. www.riverandbluesfestival. com. The Choraliers - The singing chorus The Choraliers is presenting its annual show, "What a Wonderful World," at 3 p.m. Full Story
Monday, April 20
Ben Vereen - The Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts presents "Ben Vereen Sings Sammy." Tony Awardwinning actor, singer and dancer Ben Vereen pays tribute to the legendary Sammy Davis Jr. 597-1900 or www. thephil.org. Full Story
Tuesday, April 21
Rock 'N' Roll - The Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts presents Johnny Maestro and the Brooklyn Bridge, Larry Chance and the Earls and the Shangri-Las. Journey back in time with three of the greatest groups from rock 'n' roll's golden age. 597-1900 or www.thephil.org. Full Story
Wednesday, April 22
Evening With - The Art League of Bonita Springs presents "An Evening With... From Bach to Broadway with Naples Piano Quartet" from 7-9 p.m. Violinists Ming Gao and Gregg Anderson join cellist Si-Cheng Liu and pianist Richard Bosworth performing selections from Bach to Broadway. Join Naples Piano Quartet in an evening of unforgettable music. 495-8989 or www. Full Story
Ongoing events
Exhibition III - Artescape Florida West 2009 Juried Fine Art and Fine Craft Exhibition III, the third exhibition in a series of three, runs through April 29, featuring two- and three-dimensional artworks. Participating artists are competing for a series of awards. Florida West is located in Estero's International Design Center. Full Story
Upcoming events
Film Series - The BIG ARTS Film Society's Film Series will present films directed by Billy Wilder: "Witness for the Prosecution," April 22. Tickets: $5. 395- 0900 or e-mail info@BIGARTS.org. Full Story
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