Arts & Events Calendar

The West Theatre Events

Thursdays in January-February

Jan. 5 - Xpedition: Tribute Night (rock); Jan. 11 - Songs of the South: A Tribute to Alabama; Jan. 19 - Duluth Transit Authority: Chicago Tribute Act; Jan. 26Andrew Salgado (country); Feb. 16 - Mallrats Presents: MTV Unplugged; and Feb. 23: The Crown Jewels: A Tribute to Queen. Visit thewesttheatre/events.com.

Duluth Wedding Show

January 14

You and your entire bridal party can sample and experience the area’s best wedding products and services while chatting faceto-face with local and regional vendors, as well as a fashion show The 35th annual event will be held at the DECC from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit duluthweddingshow.com.

Greysolon Dinner Dances

Various Dates

Greysolon Dinner Dances are back! The Father Daughter Dinner Dances are Jan. 27, Feb. 3 and March 4; Mother Son Dances are Jan. 28 and March 3; Mother Daughter Dinner Dance is Feb. 4; and Family Dinner Dances are Feb. 24, March 31 and April 1. Visit greysolonduluth.com.

Lake Superior Ice Festival

January 27-28

This annual event, featuring ice sculpting, trivia contests, ice golf, snowshoe demos, live music, food trucks, stock car racing, KidZone, fireworks and more will be held at Barker’s Island. Visit lakesuperioricefestival.com.

Matinee Musicale: Jack Swanson

January 31

Jack Swanson’s distinctive high lyric voice is known for singing the acrobatic arias of Rossini and the legato melodies of Donizetti. Hear him perform at 7:30 p.m. at Mitchell Auditorium at the College of St. Scholastica. Visit matineemusicale.com.

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The Glass Menagerie

February 3-12

The Duluth Playhouse will presents Tennessee Wiliams’ 1944 play that brought him notoriety, based on strong autobiographical references. Visit duluthplayhouse.org/norshor-theatre.

Forward

February 10-11

This Minnesota Ballet performance is committed to showcase new and innovative dance, welcoming Adam McKinney, TCU professor and co-director of DNAWorks, to create a world premiere piece. Visit minnesotaballet.org.

DSSO Masterwork IV

February 11

The Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra presents ColeridgeTaylor and Sibelius, with conductor Dirk Meyer, at 7 p.m. in the DECC’s Symphony Hall. Visit dsso.com.

Duluth Sport Show

February 16-19

Combining the Duluth Boat, Sports, Travel & RV Show and the Northland Outdoors

Duluth Deer Classic, this mega-show will feature exhibitors, seminars and events throughout the DECC’s Pioneer Hall, arena and convention center. Hours vary per day. Visit duluthsportshow.com.

Old Dominion

February 18

Old Dominion’s “No Bad Vibes Tour” comes to Amsoil Arena at 7:30 p.m. Opening act is Whiskey Jam. Visit WeAreOldDominion.com.

Lewis Black: Off the Rails

February 20

Known as the King of Rant, Lewis Black will perform his “Off the Rails” standup comedy at 8 p.m. at the NorShore Theater. Visit norshoretheatre.com.

Kyle Kinane & Matt Braunger

February 22

This standup comedy duo will perform their “The Roommates Tour at 8 p.m. at NorShore Theater. Visit northsoretheatre. com.

A Doll’s House, Part 2

February 23-March 5

A hilarious uproar of arguments from Ibsen’s classic are brought to life in this contemporary sequel. Don’t worry if you’ve not read Henrik Ibsen’s “A Doll’s House,” it’s not required to appreciate this bitingly funny version at The Underground Theater in Zeitgeist Teatro Performing Arts Theater. Visit duluthplayhouse.org/underground-theatre.

Duluth Women’s Expo

February 25

Whether you’re calling the shots at home or work, the Duluth Women’s Expo is the perfect place to learn how to feel healthier, more beautiful, or just plain appreciated! It includes the Pioneer Market, live music, over 100 exhibitors, presentations and workshops from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the DECC. Visit duluthwomensexpo.com.

DSSO Orchestra Pops II

February 25

The Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra presents a tribute to John Williams and his blockbuster film scores at 7 p.m. in the DECC’s Symphony Hall. Visit dsso.com.

ONGOING:

Duluth Children’s Museum

115 S. 29th Ave. W., Duluth 218-733-7543 duluthchildrensmuseum.org

Duluth Depot

506 W. Michigan St., Duluth 218-727-8025 duluthdepot.org

Douglas County Historical Society

1101 John Ave., Superior 715-392-8449 douglashistory.org

Glensheen Historic Estate

3300 London Road, Duluth 218-726-8910 glensheen.org

Great Lakes Aquarium

353 Harbor Dr., Duluth

218-740-3474 glaquarium.org

Lake Superior Zoo 7210 Fremont St., Duluth 218-730-4500 lszooduluth.org

North Shore Scenic Railroad

506 W. Michigan St., Duluth 218-722-1273 duluthtrains.com

The Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad 6930 Fremont St., Duluth 218-624-7549 lsmrr.org