Pop Evil
If you listen to hard rock radio with any regularity, then you’ve been hearing a lot of this band’s music for the last several years. Their last album was 2015’s “Up.” Red Sun Rising (of Akron) and Badflower will open. See them at Bogart’s, 2621 Vine St., Cincinnati, on Feb. 12 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $35.30. For more information, call 513-872-8801 or visit www.bogarts.com.
William Singe
This Australian singer/songwriter first hit it big as a member of the boy band, The Collective, but went solo in 2015. Since then, he has amassed hundreds of millions of Facebook views and a million subscribers on his YouTube channel. See him at Bogart’s, 2621 Vine St., Cincinnati, on Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20. For more information, call 513-872-8801 or visit www.bogarts.com.
Travis Tritt
This Grammy-winning country star has had seven albums achieve platinum status and has charted over 40 singles. His last album was 2013’s “The Calm After…” See him at the Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Road, Cincinnati, on Feb. 14 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $45-$75. For more information, call 513-771-7744 or visit www.sharonvilleconventioncenter.com.
Chris Rock
The A-list actor, writer, director and stand-up comedian is coming to our backyard. He has released four comedy albums, where his jokes often touch on his upbringing, politics, and race relations. See him at the Aronoff Center for the Arts, 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, on Feb. 16-17 on 8 p.m. Tickets are $49.50-$125. For more information, call 513-621-2787 or visit www.cincinnatiarts.org.
Cincy Winter Beerfest
This 10th annual event will feature over 500 craft beers from over 150 breweries and a full lineup of live music. Sample beers from around the country, the region, and several from right here in Cincinnati. Enter the annual beard and moustache competition while you’re at it. Check it out at Duke Energy Convention Center, 525 Elm St., Cincinnati, on Feb. 17-18. Regular session times are 7:30-11 p.m. Friday, and 1 p.m.-4:30 p.m. and 7:30-11 p.m. Saturday. There are early admission and connoisseur reception packages available as well. Tickets are $45-$95. Designated driver tickets are $35 and can only be purchased online. For more information, visit www.cincywinterbeerfest.com.
“Richard III”
The final chapter of Shakespeare’s “game of thrones” history saga charts the rise and short reign of the hunchbacked, evil Richard Plantagenet. See it at the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, 719 Race St., Cincinnati, on Feb. 17-March 11. Performance times are 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays-Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $28-$45. For more information, call 513-381-BARD or visit www.cincyshakes.com.
Winter Jam 2017
The biggest annual tour for Christian music will feature Crowder, Britt Nicole, NewSong, Thousand Foot Krutch, Tenth Avenue North, and more. See them at the U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St., Cincinnati, on Feb. 18 at 7 p.m. For more information and tickets, call 513-421-4111 or visit www.usbankarena.com.
Golden Years “Senior Expo”
Over 20 vendors will be offering resources, information, and demonstrations to improve the quality of life for senior citizens. Seniors as well as their caregivers and family members are encouraged to attend. Check it out at the Fairfield Community Arts Center, 411 Wessel Drive, Fairfield, on Feb. 18 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. There is no admission cost. For more information, call 513-867-5348.
Macy’s Art Sampler
This interactive, weekend-long event allows families to sample a variety of art, dance and music from all over the world. Try it yourself while witnessing a series of free performances by professionals. The sampler takes place in 18 different neighborhoods, from Hamilton and Fairfield to Covington and Newport. Check it out on Feb. 18-19. There is no admission cost. For a complete schedule, visit www.theartswave.org/discover/events.
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