out & about Where to Go / What to Do
August 15th
1/ California rock band Buckcherry will perform at The Orbit Room.
1/ the orBit room presents Buckcherry, a group of tattooed rascals who look like they’re in need of a bath. They’re coming to Grand Rapids Aug. 15 and rocking just for you — but mostly for your girlfriend. They had one big radio hit, “Crazy Bitch,” back in 2006. Another of their songs was used in the famous “Rock Band” video game. 2525 Lake Eastbrook SE, orbitroom.com. 2/ tip top deluXe BAr & grill hosts rockabilly monsters The Living Deads, who are coming all the way from Denver to destroy Tip Top Aug. 22. Expect screaming, thunder, fire — a rock and roll massacre! 760 Butterworth St. SW, 272-3910, thelivingdeads. com.
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Billy’s Lounge: Long-time Eastown bar and music venue with a capacity of 250 hosts live music of all genres but with emphasis on blues. 1437 Wealthy St. SE, 459-5757, billys lounge.com. The BOB: The Big Old Building houses several entertainment options, including nightclubs Crush and Eve, and Dr. Grins (see below). 20 Monroe Ave. NW, 356-2000, thebob.com. Dog Story Theater: Comedy Mondays feature improv, standup, sketches and more, 8 and 9 p.m.; open improv jam at 10 p.m. $5. Also
hosts music and theater. 7 Jefferson Ave. SE, 894-1252, dogstorytheater.com. Dr. Grins Comedy Club: Nationally acclaimed stand-up comedians perform 9 p.m. Thu., 8 and 10:30 p.m. Fri. and Sat. The BOB, 20 Monroe Ave. NW. 356-2000, thebob.com. The Intersection: Downtown nightclub hosts local and national bands. Ticket prices vary; available at Purple East, Shakedown, Vertigo Music, Intersection box office (2-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri.) 133 Grandville Ave. SW, 451-8232, sectionlive.com.
3/ River City Improv group
One Trick Pony: Restaurant features Acoustic Stew music series (local and national acts) 8 p.m. Thu. and some Sat. evenings, reservations recommended. WYCE 88.1 Hat Trick Series (7:30 p.m. Mon. fall and winter) raises money for local nonprofits. 136 E. Fulton St., 235-7669, onetrick.biz. The Pyramid Scheme: Neighborhood pub and music venue in the Heartside neighborhood. Ticket prices vary (ticketweb.com). 68 Commerce Ave. SW, 272-3758, pyramid schemebar.com.
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Comedy & nightclub venues
3/ river citY improv: Grand Rapids is the “River City” and “improv” is when comedians make the comedy up at the same time they’re performing it. If longevity is indicative of quality, then River City Improv, now in its 1,864th consecutive year, is a sure bet. Can Christians be funny? Find out Aug. 18! Gezon Auditorium, Spoelhof Center, Calvin College, 3201 Burton St. SE, rivercityimprov.com.
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