'In The Mood' takes audience back to the '40s

The United Service Organizations will present In the Mood today at the Stranahan Theater. The musical, which begins at 3 p.m., will take patrons to a post-war celebration featuring a large cast and internationally recognized big band orchestra String of Pearls playing hit music of the 1940s. A tribute to veterans will include a singer and dancers in uniform. Military veterans will be honored during the show. Tickets are $30, $35, and $40 at the Stranahan box office. Military personnel can purchase tickets for $25.

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Jazz man Calvin Hughes will celebrate his 50th birthday with the Calvin Hughes Jazz Series. The live show will take place from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday at the Grand Plaza Hotel in downtown Toledo. The celebration will feature a full dinner buffet. Musical guests include Clifford Murphy, Skip Turner, Jesse Coleman, Joan Crawford, and recording artist John Brooks. Tickets are $25 for adults and $12.50 for children under 12. Children 3 and younger are free. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are available at the Toledo Urban Credit Union, 1339 Dorr St., and Jack's Men's Wear, 3414 Dorr St.

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Royalty is headed to the Stranahan Theater Friday night. But don't expect a duke and duchess. Instead, prepare for comedians Sommore, Bruce Bruce, Mark Curry, and Earthquake as they present the Royal Comedy Tour. Tickets are $40.50 and $49.50. The show begins at 7 p.m. and is for mature audiences only. Tickets are available at the Stranahan box office or charge by phone at 1-866-381-7469.