Take the whole family out to Cirque de la Symphonie. Witness stunning aerial feats, strongmen, mind-boggling contortionists and juggling acts. The daring performers’ death-defying feats will be paired with classical favorites for maximum drama. Featured works include Saint-Sans’ “Danse macabre,” Mussorgsky’s “A Night on Bald Mountain,” Wagner’s “Ride of the Valkyries,” and excerpts from both Khatchaturian’s “Gayane” and Resphighi’s “Pines of Rome.” A special program for children takes place on Saturday at 11 a.m. as part of the BSO’s Family Concert Series: Classically Kids, for ages 7 and up. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. Saturday (kids performance), 3 p.m. Sunday. $42 and up. Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St., Baltimore. 410-783-8000, baltimoresymphony.org.
WHO’S IN TOWN
If there’s one thing NBA star-turned-musical giant Wayman Tisdale learned from his former career, it’s that there’s no substitute for hard work. Emerging as one of the most consistent and admired players during his 12 years in the league, the former power forward still lives and breathes this work ethic as a musician. True to character, he is a trailblazer in the field of music with his use of the bass as a melodic lead instrument. 6:30 and 9:30 p.m. Friday. Rams Head On Stage, 33 West St., Annapolis. $39.50. ramsheadonstage.com.
MUSIC
Glam-rock outfit Beretta Jane, a fave of the 98 Rock crew, plays tunes that’d make Guns N’ Roses proud. Tonight, the band is joined by openers Loving the Lie, Outreach and When Gotham Falls. 8 p.m. $15. Recher Theatre, 512 York Road, Towson. 410-337-7178, rechertheatre.com.
Rockers unite! The Dillinger Escape Plan plays a repertoire of indie, rock and metal-inspired music. With Dub Trio and Knife the Glitter. 7 p.m. $15. The Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard St., Baltimore. 410-662-0069, theottobar.com.
At The Roots Cafe’s Songwriters’ Round, listen to sets by Mac Walter and Caleb Stine. Walter is best known as the dazzling guitarist behind such rootsy singers as Maryann Price (of Asleep at the Wheel), Deanna Bogart (of Cowboy Jazz) and Barbara Martin. Stine describes his music as “upfront Americana played across the country in dive bars and churches, bowling alleys and concert halls.” 9 p.m. $5. Friday. El Rancho Grande, 3608 Falls Road, Baltimore. 410-458-8686, rootscafe.org.
Multi-instrumentalist Warren Wolf and his sextet plays tonight. The show features Wolf on drums; Erik Privert, bass; Tim Green, alto sax; Jason Palmer, trumpet; and Todd Marcus, bass clarinet. 8 and 9:30 p.m. $13. An die Musik Live, 409 N. Charles St., Baltimore. 410-385-2638, andiemusiklive.com.
ART
Peruse the exhibit An Art Exchange: Korea / Maryland, featuring works by 20 Korean artists with The International Exchange Art Association of Seoul, Korea, plus works by AACC art faculty. On Saturday, take part in the Korean Culture Celebration, an event based on the exhibit that includes an interactive paper-folding workshop, a Korean calligraphy demonstration using broom-sized paintbrushes, a tae kwon do demo and more. 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday (reception), 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday. Pascal Center for Performing Arts, Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold Campus, 101 College Parkway. Free. 410-777-2341, [email protected].
EXHIBIT
A Slice of Historic Black Baltimore, on display throughout February, celebrates Black History Month by highlighting local residents, churches, education, entertainment and organizations instrumental in influencing society. 6 to 9 p.m. Friday (reception); various hours daily. Top of the World Observation Level, World Trade Center, 401 E. Pratt St., Baltimore. $3 to $5. 410-837-8439.
THEATER
Lyric Opera House hosts “Jesus Christ Superstar,” the famous, gospel-inspired musical that tells the story of the final seven days of Jesus of Nazareth. “Superstar” dramatizes Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, the unrest caused by his preaching and popularity, his betrayal by Judas, the trial before Pontius Pilate, and his ultimate crucifixion. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday. $40 to $60. Lyric Opera House, 140 W. Mount Royal Ave., Baltimore. 410-685-5086, lyricoperahouse.com.
EVENTS
The Sports Legends Museum hosts a celebration of Babe Ruth’s 114th birthday. The highlight of this year’s event will be the presentation of the 2009 Babe Ruth Community Service Award to Orioles third baseman Melvin Mora. The award honors Ruth’s memory by recognizing an active or former professional athlete, or individual with ties to the Maryland sports industry, who has demonstrated a strong devotion to the Baltimore and the state of Maryland by giving back to the community. Special guests include Olympians Katie Hoff, Jessica Long and Kimmie Meissner. The evening also includes unlimited food and beverages; a silent auction; door prizes; and free parking at Camden Yards. 5 to 9 p.m. $40 to $60. Sports Legends at Camden Yards, 216 Emory St., Baltimore. 410-727-1539, baberuthmuseum.com.
Film Lovers in Carroll County will be hosting the sixth annual Foreign Film Festival at the Carroll Arts Center in Westminster. The series will feature five award-winning foreign language films. The 1992 film “Indochine” is often described as a French “Gone with the Wind” — it is a sweeping epic set in colonial Vietnam starring the elegant Catherine Deneuve. It is a story of romance and separation told against the backdrop of a ruinous war. It follows a French plantation owner (Deneuve), her adopted Vietnamese daughter and the daughter’s son, who is raised by Deneuve after the mother becomes a revolutionary. The cinematography is breathtaking. The film is in French with English subtitles. 7:30 p.m. $5 to $6. Carroll County Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster. 410-848-7272, carrollcountyartscouncil.org/arts.
SATURDAY PREVIEW
The Baltimore Playwrights Festival will be presenting three readings Saturday at the Catonsville Theatre Company. At 11 a.m., watch “Bloodlines” by Dan Baum, a play about identity. At 1 p.m., check out “Baltimore in Black and White,” about a young white, Jewish woman who’s on the brink of marrying someone who isn’t — in 1981. The third play, “Dancing Without You” by Robin Rouse, is a play of vignettes; all depicting chronological events in the life of one woman. 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday. Barn Theatre, Community College of Baltimore County, Catonsville, 800 S. Rolling Road, Catonsville. baltplayfest.com, www.ccbcmd.edu/ccbcalumni/cattheatre.html.
