Arts & Events Calendar

The Comedy of Errors

April 26

Wise Fool Theater presents one of William Shakespeare's early plays, a farcical comedy revolving around a series of mishaps based on mistaken identities. April 26-28, May 3-5 Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. $15-$20. Call the Wise Fool Theater box office at (218) 2694953. UWS Manion Theater, 1805 Catlin Ave. wisefooltheater.com

Fitger’s 5K Run & Walk 2019

April 27

This 30th annual event begins at the Fitger's Brewery Complex and runs through downtown Duluth on Superior Street into Canal Park, finishing back at Fitger's. Entry fee is $35 in advance, $40 on race day, and $10 for children ages 6 to 14. 9 a.m. (218) 727-0947. grandmasmarathon.com

“The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace”

April 27-28

UMD Music presents a masterworks concert by the Symphony Orchestra and Chorale ensembles at Weber Music Hall. “The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace” was written by Welsh composer Karl Jenkins in 1999. One of the most popular modern works for chorus and orchestra, this daring and energetic piece features poetry and sacred texts from a variety of times and traditions, reflecting on the anguish of war and the promise of peace. Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 3 p.m. Tickets: (218) 726-8561 or tickets.umn.edu.

Homegrown Music Festival

April 28 to May 5

The Homegrown Music Festival is an annual community celebration of the original and diverse music of Duluth and its surrounding communities. What started in 1999 with five acts has matured in its 20th year to an eightday community-wide local music, arts and cultural extravaganza. duluthhomegrown.org

Duluth Lions Club Pancake Day

May 2

All-you-can eat pancakes and more. Proceeds support local programs for sight, hearing, diabetes and youth needs. DECC Pioneer Hall, 350 Harbor Dr. $7 in advance, $8 at the door. Children younger than 4 are free with a paid adult. 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Duluth Junk Hunt

May 3-4

Find some one-of-a-kind treasures at the Duluth Junk Hunt! This semi-annual sale features an array of different “junk” vendors from Duluth, the Twin Cities, and around the area showcasing all things vintage, antique, & re-purposed! (And with more vendors than ever, this promises to be the biggest and best Junk Hunt yet!) A fun two day, indoor market held inside the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, $5 admission, which is good for both days. Food, beverages, t-shirts & totes will also be available for purchase. Visit duluthjunkhunt.com for more info, and follow us on Facebook! Open Friday

Party for the Planet: Spring into Action

May 4

The Lake Superior Zoo will team up with families in Duluth to help keep microplastics out of our waterways. Families will join zoo staff at 5 p.m. to remove microplastics and other trash from the shores of Kingsbury Creek, which flows through the zoo and into Lake Superior. After the cleanup, participants will be invited inside the zoo for dinner and activities that celebrate our planet, including live music, upcycled crafts and fire dancers. Bag it, Duluth will be there as a community partner. 7210 Fremont St., Duluth. (218) 7304500. lszoo.org.

Along the Mediterranean

May 4

The DSSO’s final journey of the season will be pure fun — a party trip along the blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Experience three views of Spanish music: one by a Russian, one by a Spaniard and one by a Frenchman. $20-$55. 7 p.m. at DECC Symphony Hall, 350 Harbor Dr.

DSSYO Spring Concert

May 5

For over 75 years, young musicians across the Northland have found inspiration in the Duluth Superior Symphony Youth Orchestras. Competitive auditions are held annually to find new members. Membership is open to students age 10 through high school. 3 p.m. at CSS Mitchell Auditorium, 1200 Kenwood Ave.

Annual Port Cities Luncheon

Wednesday May 8, 2019 Noon

Greysolon Ballroom by Black Woods

Speaker: Justin Liles

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Theme: "Weather" or not...

Tickets $20, to reserve call Marcia Semerau at 218-576-5531

Deadline to reserve, Wednesday, April 24

Winnie the Pooh

May 11-26

Saturdays 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Sundays at 2 p.m. This honey-filled delight is based on the beloved characters of A.A. Milne. Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals Tigger,

Piglet, Rabbit and Owl, but soon discovers that Christopher Robin has been captured by the mysterious Backson! Performed by TYA’s adult acting company. Tickets $15-$17. 506 W. Michigan St. Call (218) 733-7555 or visit duluthplayhouse.org.

Biglietti the Illusionists

May 21

This will be a fun night full of hilarious magic tricks, death-defying stunts and acts of breathtaking wonder, The Illustionists has shattered box office records worldwide and thrilled audiences of all ages with a mind-blowing spectacular showcasing the jaw-dropping talents of the most incredible illusionists on earth. $45-$65. 7:30 p.m. DECC Symphony Hall.

“Eurydice”

May 30-June 8

Dying too young on her wedding day, Eurydice must journey to the underworld, where she reunites with her father and struggles to remember her soulmate whom she left behind. With contemporary characters, ingenious plot twists, and breathtaking visual effects, the play is a fresh look at a timeless love story. $20. ThursdaySaturday 7:30 p.m. Underground Theatre. (218) 733-7555. duluthplayhouse.org.