In 2016, Wynonna Judd released her first solo album of all-original material in 13 years, “Wynonna Judd & The Big Noise.” Now, she and her band are on the road again. See them at Miami Valley Gaming, 6000 OH-63, Lebanon, on Nov. 16 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $45-$65. For more information, visit www.miamivalleygaming.com.
“Cabaret”
This musical that explores love and decadence in Germany just before the Nazis came to power won eight Tony awards and was adapted into an Oscar-winning movie starring Liza Minnelli. See it at the Aronoff Center for the Arts, 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, through Nov. 16. Performance times are 2 p.m. Sunday, and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday. Tickets are $23-$26. For more information, call 513-621-2787 or visit www.cincinnatiarts.org.
Incubus: 20 Years of Make Yourself & Beyond
The mega-popular rock band Incubus is commemorating the 20th anniversary of their 1999 album, “Make Yourself,” which produced the hits, “Pardon Me,” “Stellar” and “Drive.” They will be re-introducing that album, as well as the musical journeys the album led to at the Taft Theatre, 317 E. 5th St., Cincinnati, on Nov. 11 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $49.50-$136.50. For more information, call 513-232-6220 or visit www.tafttheatre.org.
Ruben Studdard Sings Luther Vandross
Ruben Studdard, winner of “American Idol” Season 2, has released six albums of R&B, pop, and gospel music. On this night, he will sing the songs of R&B legend Luther Vandross, who passed away at the young age of 54 in 2005. See him at Memorial Hall, 1225 Elm St., Cincinnati, on Nov. 14 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $45-$65. For more information, call 513-977-8838 or visit www.memorialhallotr.com.
Cincy R&B Fest
The bill for this massive R&B show includes Jagged Edge, 112, Ginuwine, Tevin Campbell, SILK, and H-Town. See them at the U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St., Cincinnati, on Nov. 15 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $49.50-$115. For more information, call 513-421-4111 or visit www.usbankarena.com.
Billy Corgan
The Smashing Pumpkins frontman will release his third album, “Cotillions,” later this month. See him at the Madison Theater, 730 Madison Ave., Covington, Ky., on Nov. 15 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $50-$60. For more information, call 859-491-2444 or visit www.madisontheateronline.com.
Wizard Academy
This family-friendly comedy show stars Professor Hackensneeze, who will instruct you on wand etiquette, potion recipes, and other slapstick antics. His furry sidekick, Mortimer, will assist. See them at the Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 101 S. Monument Ave., Hamilton, on Nov. 15 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5-$7. For more information, call 513-863-8873 or visit www.fittoncenter.org.
The Music of Elton John
The Captain Fantastic Band, a tribute act named for Elton John’s ninth album, will recreate the Rocket Man era of the 1970s and ’80s. Check it out at the Sorg Opera House, 57 S. Main St., Middletown, on Nov. 16 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20-$25. For more information, visit www.sorgoperahouse.org.
Charles Bach: Wonders
This Las Vegas-based performer is a magician, dancer, illusionist and escape artist. Check out his highly interactive show at the Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 101 S. Monument Ave., Hamilton, on Nov. 16 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $29-$37. For more information, call 513-863-8873 or visit www.fittoncenter.org.
“Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Musical”
A live musical version of the popular children’s book is about Santa’s “scout elves,” elves who hide in keepsake boxes in families’ homes, later reporting back to Santa whether they’ve been naughty or nice. See it at the Taft Theatre, 317 E. 5th St., Cincinnati, on Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $29-$52. For more information, call 513-232-6220 or visit www.tafttheatre.org.
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