Week of April 7-13, 2008:


Patricia H. Snyder Lecture
April 8. Victory Theatre, 600 Main St. Investigative journalist Eric Schlosser talks about his 2001 best-selling book, “Fast Food Nation: The Dark Side of the All-American Meal” 7 p.m. Free. (812) 488-2236 or www.evansville.edu.

Spring 2008 RopeWalk Reading
April 8, 24. Kleymeyer Hall, Liberal Center, University of Southern Indiana. Celebrating National Poetry Month, USI’s RopeWalk series will feature Benjamin Percy, author of the short story collections, Refresh, Refresh and The Language of Elk on April 8. On April 24 poets Nickole Brown and Lynnell Edwards take the stage. Both events are at 5 p.m. (812) 464-1916.

Mad Dog on the Loose: The Leslie Irvin Murders, 1954-1955
April 10, Willard Library, 21 First Ave. Researcher and writer Peggy Newton offers her insight into Leslie “Mad Dog” Irvin, one of the city’s most notorious killers. His arrest, prosecution, and conviction led to a landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling on media coverage and the right to a fair and impartial jury. 6:30 p.m. (812) 425-4300.

The Threepenny Opera
April 10. Mallette Studio Theatre, University of Southern Indiana. Poking fun at the rich and the powerful, this well-known satiric musical, composed by Kurt Weill and playwright Bertolt Brecht, will be presented as a USI student production. 7:30 p.m. Thurs.-Sat.; 2 p.m. Sun. $12; $10, seniors; $6, USI students. (812) 422-3970 or www.usi.edu.

Lisa Lampanelli
April 11. The Victory Theatre, 600 Main St. A regular on the radio show of shock-jock Howard Stern, Lampanelli has a dark sense of comedy. Be forewarned that her standup routine is laced with adult humor. 8 p.m. $36.75. (812) 423-7222 or www.ticketmaster.com.

Disney’s High School Musical: The Ice Tour!
April 11-13. Roberts Stadium, 2600 Division St. Featuring songs from made-for-TV Disney movies, High School Musical and High School Musical 2, this show dazzles audiences with a cast of world-class skaters. Friday, 7 p.m.; Saturday, 3:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m. $13, $18, $24, and $35. (812) 423-7222 or www.ticketmaster.com.

Homes of Note Tour
April 12. Sneak a peek into some of the city’s most interesting homes located on and around historic Reitz Hill. Proceeds benefit the Philharmonic Guild. The tour features six homes, with tours of gardens, courtyards and interiors from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $12, available at Schnucks Supermarkets in Evansville and Newburgh; Evansville Philharmonic office, 530 Main St., and other locations. For more information, call (812) 425-5050.

Designed by Grace Spring Concert
April 12. Wright Administration Building, University of Southern Indiana. For an evening of uplifting spiritual music, don’t miss this concert from Designed by Grace, a gospel choir composed of University of Southern Indiana students. 7 p.m. Free. (812) 465-7188.

Misbehavin’ Tonight Pops Concert
April 12-13. Victory Theater, 600 Main St. Jazz trumpeter Byron Stripling pays tribute to the legendary music of Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller, and Cab Calloway. April 12, 8 p.m.; April 13, 2 p.m. Tickets start at $15. (812) 425-5050 or www.evansvillephilharmonic.com.

Die Kirche Auktion Fest
April 13. Old Haubstadt Gym, corner of Gibson and West streets, Haubstadt, Ind. Now in its fifth year, this fundraiser – its name is German for “The Church Auction Fest” – has grown significantly since its inception, raising $100,000 for the St. Peter & Paul Catholic Church. Silent and live auctions feature a wide range of goods and services, from handmade quilts to vacation packages. Silent auction from 8 a.m. to noon; live auction from 1 to 5 p.m., with skits and entertainment to liven up the bidding.