w w w w w w w w w w w qw_ qrr- 1w -IMF- -MFF- T -1w -w- -lw -qw- -lw- Bars & Clubs Club Peoria (995-1834)-Come dance to the newest music and relax in the lounge decorated with local artists' works. The Earle (994-0211)-Live jazz with the Ron Brooks Trio. Features Brooks on bass, Bob Elliott on drums, and Bill Evans on piano. The Fox's Den (662-1647)-It's Stephen Dorar on jazz ans swing piano. The Habitat (665-3636)-Dance to the Whiz Kids, a versatile top-40 band. The Heidelberg (663- 7758)-Guitarist and singer Marilyn Max plays everything from Motown to country. Joe's Star Lounge (665- JOES)-George Bedard and the Kingpins play very danceable swing, blues, and rockabilly. Rick's American Cafe (996- 2747)-The quite popular and quite fun Urbations play in Rick's ex- citing atmosphere. Roundhouse Saloon (769- 0592)-Come listen to Bart Polot play his piano. Second Chance (994-5350)-Live music with lots of people doing lots of dancing. Not for the claustrophobic. Artist to be an- nounced. U-Club (763-2236)-It's battle of the bands time as local and student groups compete for headline gigs at the bars. Mr. Flood's Party (995- 2132)-The Falcons provide great dance music with their blues, soul, and Motown. Music University Symphony Band H. Robert Reynolds conducts the University Symphony Band in their program "An Evening of Karlheinz Stockhausen." Some of the works being perofrmed will be Stockhausen's "Luzifer's Tanz" (from the opera Samstag aus Licht) and his "Harlekin," with a clarinet solo by Suzanne Stephens. Stockhausen is a leading figure of the electronic avant-garde music and is also known as a "perfor- mer's composer." Hill Auditorium. 8 p.m. Free. Pound House Benefit A concert performance by none other than Peter "Madcat" Ruth, one of Ann Arbor's main cultural assets. He performs on a variety of instruments including guitar, thumb piano, pennywhistle, Jew's Harp, and other assorted noise makers. This entertaining event will benefit the Pound House, the University's multicultural day- care center. Michigan Union Ballroom. 8 p.m. Tickets are $5. For more information call 764-2547. University Activities Center/ Soundstage Don't miss the biggest event of the entire Michigras Festival-Battle of the Bands. Come to the U-Club at 8 p.m. to witness local musicians as they compete in the semi-finals, aiming for recognition and popularity. Call 763-1107 for more musical in- formation. Theater Professional Theater Program Tonight PTP Michigan Ensem- ble Theatre continues its presen- tation of the Strindberg play Miss Julie, a tragedy of Victorian society. Marie Chambers is in the title role. Curtain time is 8 p.m. in the New Trueblood Theatre (105 S. State). Call 764-0450 for more in- formation. Performance Network Female Parts is a series of one- woman scenes that demonstrates the roles that they are expected to play in society. Franca Rame, the author of the play, is one of the founders of the Italian labor/im- provisational theater movement. Robin Smith directs. Performance Network (408 W. Washington). 8 p.m. Tickets are $6 and $5 for students. For more info., call 663- 0681. Dance Impact Jazz Spring Concert Impact Dancers take to the stage with 17 originally choreographed pieces that include modern as well as jazz. The performance begins at 8 p.m. at the Mendelssohn Theater (Michigan League). Call 763-1107 for more information. Etc Guild House Management consultant Kathleen Dannemiller is this week's guest at the Guild House's regular Friday luncheons (802 Monroe). Call 662-5189 for more in- formation. Free. 22nd Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival The film festival continues tonight with a wide variety of in- dependently produced 16 MM flicks. Expect everything and anything to be done on celluloid. Entrants from the U.S., Canada, and many foreign countries com- pete for a $4,500 prize. Each show is different from the previous one. Show times are 7, 9, and 11 p.m. at the Michigan Theater. Tickets are. $2.50 per show, $6 per night, and $25 for a festival pass. For more information call 663-6494 or 663- 0795. Ann Arbor Dickens Fellowship Local Dickens buffs gather for a talk by Ruth and Robert Iglehart of Hartfield books entitled, "Trollope: Another Side of Dickens' England." 8 p.m. (1420 Hill St.). For more information, call 761-8555. Free. Bars & Clubs The Blind Pig (996-8555)-Roots rock with Steve Nardella's rock 'n' roll Trio in an intimate at- mosphere. The Earle (994-0211)-Bassist Ron Brooks, drummer Bob Elliott, and pianist Bill Evans play as the Ron Brooks trio. The Fox's Den (662- 1647)-Stephen Dorar at the piano, playing jazz and swing. The Habitat (665-3636)-Dance to the Whiz Kids as they play covers of top-40 hits. The Heidelberg (663- 7758)-Marilyn Max plays guitar and sings Motown, hard rock, and all sorts of things. Joe's Star Lounge (665- JOES)-George Bedard and the Kingpins play some great dance classics. Pizzeria Uno's (769-1744)-Off the Street, a piano and percussion duo brings smooth jazz your way all night long. Rick's American Cafe (996- 2747)-The ever-popular Urbations play frenzied dance music. Roundhouse Saloon (769- 2747)-The ever-popular Urbations play frenzied dance music. Roundhouse Saloon (769- 0592)-It's solo piano with Bart Polot. U-Club (763-2236)--The Battle of the Bands continues as local and student bands compete for headline gigs at local clubs. Mr. Flood's Party (995- 2132)-The Falcons play an ex- tremely danceable mix of Chicago blues, old rock and roll, Memphis soul, and the best Motown. Music Office of Major Events Big Country storms into Ann Ar- bor tonight with their unique blend of Celtic musical traditions an' squealing guitars. The band's debut record, The Crossing, and the two singles "In a Big Country" and "Fields of Fire," have made them an instant success on both sides of the Atlantic. Hill Auditorium. 8 p.m. Tickets are $11.50 and $9.50 at the Michigan Union Ticket Office, Where House Records, Hudson's and other CTC- Ticket World outlets. For more in- formation, call 763-2071. Society for the Preservation of Barber Shop Quartet Singing The Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barber Shop Quartet Singing in America- Huron Valley Chapter (Can you say that?) will present "Happy Times," an evening of nostalgic tunes including some old Disney favorites. The concert begins at 8 p.m. in the Pioneer High School Auditorium. For a super- califragilistic etc. time, send check payable to Huron Valley Chapter addressed to John Peterson, 318 E. Henry St., Saline 48175, phone 429- 2148. $5 or $3 students and seniors advance and at the door. University Activities Center/ Soundstage Tonight at 8 it's the final round for those battling bands. See Friday's listing. Theater Performance Network The play Female Parts con- tinues tonight at 8 p.m. See Friday's listing. University Activities Center For the final night of this week- long, student-organized festival known as Michigras, the entire Union will be open. There will be casino and carnival games, poker and euchre tournaments, free pool and table soccer, night club enter- tainment and much more. Union grill will be open all night begin- ning at 1:30 a.m. and a raffle will also be held at this time. Come down and join the fun! Michigan Union. 8:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. Tickets are $3. For further infor- mation call 763-1107. PTP Michigan Ensemble Theater Miss Julie continues tonight at 8 p.m. See Friday's listing. Etc 22nd Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival Yes, .more of the wacky and serious, the experimental ahd the traditional styles of independent films will be shown tonight. See Show Times at Friday's listing. 8th Annual University Women's Career Fair Panels and workshops will be presented on women's careers from management and social change to communications and computer science. Detroit News film critic Susan Stark will give the keynote address. Modern Languages Building. Registration. begins at 8 a.m. and the program is from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. For more information call 764-6290. Ann Arobr Parks Depar- tment/Maple Sugar Harvest Sample yummy maple sugar and browse through the Country Craft Gift Shop. 12-5 p.m. at Cobblestone Farm (2781 Packard Rd.). Ad- mission is $1; 17 and under or senior citizens .50t. Call 994-2928. Sports University Men's Swimming The Wolverine Invitational be at Matt Mann Pool today tomorrow at 3 p.m. $2. Call' 0247. Concedrt presents John Mohler, Lynne Bartholomew, Martin Katz, Joan Morris and more who will perform works by Reger, Beethoven, Turing, Rachmanicoff, and Ives. Come at 4 p.m. to Rackham Auditorium. Call 665- 3717. Free. will and 764- Bars & Clubs Del Rio (761-2530)-Come listen to Local jazz groups every Sunday from 5 p.m. til 9 p.m. Halfway Inn (764-8558)--Enjoy brunch to the acoustic sounds of local artists as they perform classical everything from rock to folk. Joe's Star Lounge (665- JOES)-Local and visiting poets and story-tellers are invited to tell their stories in front of an audien- ce. Everyone is welcome to "Open Mouth Poetics." Mr. Flood's Party (995- 2132)-Neil Woodward,- blues singer and guitarist, adds to the convivial atmosphere. Old Town (761-9291) -Local musicians invade Old Town tonight with original jazz and folk. Roundhouse ,Saloon (769- 0592)-In the lounge of the Gandy Dancer, enjoy the sounds of solo pianist, Bart Polot. Music University Musical Society The University Faculty Artists Etc 22nd Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival Last night for the festival of celluloid for independent, producers. Winners picked tonight. See Friday's listing. University Conference on the Holocaust History professor henry Feingold from City College of New York, will give a lecture on the Holocaust. "How Unique was the Holocaust" will be given in Rackham Amphitheater. 663-3336. Free. Women's International League for Peace and Freedom Benefit Women Telling Tales and Poems: A Celebration of Enter- national Women's Day" is the title of a relaxing evening at the Quaker House. The night will include poetry and stories told by poet Lynn Crawford, storyteller Christine Jenkins, and performan- ce artist Stephanie Ozer. Come at 8 p.m. (1416 Hill St.). $2. 761-7435. Washtenaw County Historical Society "Picture Preservation is the title of a talk by local photographer, Sam Breck. Come to the Americal Legion Hall (1035 N. Main) at 2:30 p.m. 663-8826. Free. staged reading along with a new translation of Alexander Pushkin's Mozart and Salieri by University alumnus Alan Shore. After the readings there will be an audience discussion with authors, directors, and actors. The double-bill begins at 7 p.m. at the Perofrmance Net- work (408 W. Washington). Two readings for two dollars, call 663- 0681 for more information. Sports The Wolverine Invitational con- tinues today at 3 p.m.,See Sunday. Etc Ann Arbor Cage Bird Club Monthly Meeting "Starting an Aviary" is the topic of a slide show discussion led by local expert Steve Hughes tonight. Includes raffle and refreshments and all are invited to bring your flying pets. 7:30 p.m. at the Burns Park Senior Citizens Center (1320 Baldwin). Call769-0245. Free. SYDA Foundation "Love Without Fear," an in- troductory lecture and practice on Siddha meditation by University psychology instructor Ann Wright. 8 p.m. (1522 Hill Street). Call 994- 5625. Free. SGMKJ. Guild House Readings by Lemuel Johnson and Laynie Deutsch. 8 p.m. (802 Monroe). Call 662-5189. Free. Evita: Tickets on sale Monday for the show April 26-27 at the Michigaf1The U- Bars & Clubs The Blind Pig (996- 8555)-George Bedard and Mr. B. play exciting jazz, boogie-blues and R&B classics. The Earle (994-0211)-Solo piano with Larry Manderville. Joe's Star Lounge (665- JOES)-King Kong and the X-Cons play everything from ska and reggae to Cajun and calypso. Mr. Flood's Party (995- 2132)-All-around band Private Sector plays tonight. Rick's American Cafe (996- 2747)-The Buzztones cover classic Motown and soul, and also some electrifying new tunes. Roundhouse Saloon (994- 5350)-David Mayer at the piano. Second Chance (994-5350)-Live music and dancing with fewer people than on the weekend (it's a school night, after all). U-Club (763-2236)-This is the. night for a reggae dance party with WEMU/WCBN DJ, Tom Simonian. Theater Performance Network The first act of Anne Bobroff's, The Matchmaker of Yaroslavl, a play about Yugoslavian peasants living shortly before the Revolution of 1917, will be given a Bars & Clubs The Earle (994-0211)-Live Jazz fills the air, with the sound of solo pianist Larry Manderville. The Habitat (665-3636)-In the lounge of the Weber's Inn, top-40s band, the Whiz Kids play boppin' music. Joe's Star Lounge (665- JOES)-Ann Arbor's most popular and potent street rocker, The Cult Heroes, play their music, led by vocalist Hiawatha Bailey. Mr. Flood's Party (995- 2132)-Vocalist Kathy Moore and Pianist Stephanie Ozer perform everything from Motown and blues to pop and originals. Rick's American Cafe (996- 2747)-Fast Tracks delivers an original blend of reggae, blues, jazz and rock, along with some originals. Roundhouse Saloon (769- 0592)-In the lounge of the Gandy Dancer Bart Polot, solo pianist, does his stuff. Second Chance (994-5350)-The not-so-new rock star T-Bone Bur- nett shows Ann Arbor his ruch nuanced vocal style. The Sardonic wit of his lyrics makes this former member of Bob Dylan's Rolling Thunder Revue Tour fun to hear. See Tuesday Music. U-Club (763-2236)-Come bop at the Beach Party to contemporary R & B records. music University Symphony Orchestra Don't miss hearing Carl St. Clair as he conducts Strauss's Ein Heldenleben and other works. Come at 8 p.m. to Hill Auditorium. Call 763-4726. Free. T-Bone Burnett: Prism Productions Although his name maybe new to you, the seven-foot Texas singer/songwriter T-Bone Burnett was already a rock n' roll veteran when he toured with Bob Dylan on the Rolling Thunder Revue tour in 1975-1976. In addition, he made three creditable lp's with the often disregarded Alpha Band before treking out on a solo career two years ago. Stylistically, he com- bines the voices of Buddy Holly, John Lennon, Roger McGuinn, and Mr. Dylan, himself. As a special bonus, Dick Siegel, who is making his first stage appearance since disbanding his Ministers of Melody more than a year ago, will open with a solo performance. 9:30 p.m., Second Chance. Tickets $8.50. University Symphony Orchestra Strauss Din Heldenleben and other works are conducted by Carl St. Clair tonight. Portends to be a sumptous treat. 8 p.m. Hill Auditorium. For further infor- mation call 763-4726. Free. Michigan Union Arts Programs Carolyn Balducci reads from works in progress. 12:15 p.m., Michigan Union Pendleton Room. Call 763-5900 for more information. Free. Etc Michigan Union Arts Programs In the Poetry Series, Carolyn Balducci reads from works in progress. 12:15 in the Union Pen- dleton Room. Call 763-5900. Free. University English Department Regular reviewer for the New York Times Book Review, disguising as a mild mannered English professor at the University of Houston, Peter Stitt, will give a lecture entitled "Imagism Gone Baroque." Come at 4 p.m. to Rackham West Conference Room. Call 764-5272. Free. University East-West Relations in an Era of Nuclear Confrontation Lecture Series This week's lecture is titled "American Perceptions and Soviet REalities," and will be given by Stanford University professor Alex Dallin. 8 p.m. at the Law School, room 100. Call 764-0351. Free. University Conference on the Holocaust Author and founding president of Brandeis University, Abram Sacher, will give a lecture "The Redemption of the Unwanted: From the Liberation of the Death Camps to the Founding of Israel." Come to Rackham Amphitheater at 7:30 p.m. Call663-3336. Free. Bars & Clubs The Earle (994-0211)-Listen to Larry Manderville at the piano. The Habitat (665-3636)-Dance to The Whiz Kids top-40 sounds. Mr. Flood's Party (995-2132)-Al Hill's Blues Bashers, a new quar- tet, makes it in tonight. Rick's American Cafe (996- 2747)-Roomful of Blues, from Providence, Rhode Island, are here to play their swinging R&B. Roundhouse "Saloon (769- 0592)-It's Bart Polot alone at the piano. Second Chance (994- 5350)--Dance to an artist whose name has yet to be announced. U-Club (763-2236)-Lighten up your mood with Laugh Track, an open stage with aspiring young comedians. Music The Ark Taj Mahal, the son of a noted jazz arranger/pianist and a gospel teacher/singer, specializes in "keeping the music alive." More than just a student of black music, he has striven throughout his career to achieve a freshness in in- terpretation. Taj is capable of crystalizing the essence of his music, whether it is country blues, gospel, or Jamacan reggae. 7:30 & 9:30 p.m., The Ark (1421 Hill St.). Tickets $8.50. For more infor- mation call 761-1451. Theater Ann Arbor Civic Theater Ala Faik directs The Dinners, James Leonard's morose yet humorous drama about life in a Depression-era rural community in India. Leonard's first play, The Diviners, won the Best Play prize at the 1980 American College Theater Festival. 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