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Events, Activities, and Entertainment Venues in Salt Lake City, Utah.

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Phantom of the Opera

A disfigured musical genius hides in the depths of the Paris Opera House. What could he want? What is his dark secret? The singers, dancers and musicians of award-winning Vox Lumiere combine new music, theater and the classic Lon Chaney silent film to uncover the mysteries of the Phantom in an explosive entertainment experience that brings this silent movie masterpiece to life!

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Ghostface Killah with Sheek Louch

Catch Ghostface Killah with Sheek Louch (of the Lox) and music by Frank Dukes November 8th at Urban Lounge.  As one of the original members of the seminal ’90s rap crew the Wu-Tang Clan, Ghostface Killah (aka Tony Starks) made an impact before he released his debut album, Ironman, late in 1996. Like all members of the Wu-Tang Clan, the rapper used the group as a launching pad for a solo career, which was assisted greatly by other members of the Clan, particularly producer RZA.

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Young Dubliners with Swagger

Young Dubliners - Saint and Sinners Album, The Depot, Salt Lake City, Utah, Irish, Celtic MusicGet into the St. Patty’s Day spirit when Young Dubliners, and special guest Swagger hit The Depot stage on Saturday March 12th, 2011.

Doors 7:00PM Showtime: 8:00PM

Tickets are on sale now! Tickets in advance are $20.00, $25.00 Day of show

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  • The Depot
    13 N 400 W Salt Lake City, UT 84101-1368 (801) 456-2800
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Vienna Piano Trio

Vienna Piano Trio, Chamber Music Society, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, Concert, Classical MusicFor its fourth concert, the Chamber Music Society of Salt Lake City presents the Vienna Piano Trio, Monday, February 14, 2010, 7:30 pm at the Libby Gardner Hall.

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Performing:

Haydn Piano Trio No. 42 in E-flat Major, Hob. XV:30

Schumann Fantasiestücke, Op. 88

Schubert Piano Trio in B-flat Major, Op. 99, D.898

Tickets at the door: $25, Students $5 Open seating, no reserved seats.

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Kilt Night with The Swagger Band

Swagger is a high energy Irish Rock band out of Park City, Utah. The group blends Irish and Scottish traditional sounds with American Rock, Ska, Funk, Reggae, Jazz, Country & Folk, to create a solid yet experimental sound.

Kilt Night with The Swagger Band, Salt Lake City, Utah Live MusicWell known for their lively stage performances the group has enjoyed immediate success since their early beginnings in 2007. In 2008 Swagger released “Trouble on the Green”, followed by the 2010 release of “The Grave”. Several new songs were polished up by the addition of Eric Slaymaker on Tin Whistle & Kenny Gordon on Keyboards. 2 new live videos have also been added to a new website & logo.

During the winter months the lads can be found pumping out their infectious brand of Celtic Rock at popular ski resorts in Park City, Sun Valley, Jackson Hole & The Grand Targhee Ski Resort. Annual events for the band include the Sundance Film Festival, Boise Highland Games, Deer Valley Concerts Series, Las Vegas Casinos & festivals across the mid-mountain west. The group organized Utah’s 1st. Irish Music Festival at Deer Valley & kicked it off with The Young Dubliners as their headliner. Plans are in the works for the 2nd annual in 2011.

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Meeting of the Tribes

Jason and Ar-Ar Belly Dancing, Salt Lake city, Meeting of the Tribes, Masonic TempleBelly Dancers Showcase Shimmies at Masonic Temple April 23, 2011

There is no shortage of chances to see belly dance performances in this valley, with the large number of belly dancing groups, classes and associations available. But the Meeting of the Tribes is one the biggest belly-dancing performance of the year, encompassing “tribes” throughout the state in an extravaganza, Saturday, April 23, of more than three hours at the Masonic Temple Auditorium, 650 East South Temple, 1-4:30 pm.

Performers include Juana Ghani Gypsy band, Moroccan Winds, Isis, Christopher, & Katherine, Perizada,Troupe Tarab, Oryantal Dansi, Belly Dancing By Thia, Scimitar, Sahara Dreams, Amaya Saltana, Gypsy Flame, Sight of Water Dance Studio, Celeste and Amura.

Admission is $7 at the door.

  • Masonic Temple
    650 East South Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84102 (801) 363-2936
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Belly Dance for the Birds

Belly Dancing for the Birds, Wasatch Avian Education Society, Salt Lake City, Utah, Shahravar Belly DancingThe Wasatch Avian Education Society (W.A.E.S.) and Shahravar are pleased to announce Belly Dance for the Birds, a Middle Eastern dance showcase and fundraiser for avian education along the Wasatch Front on Saturday, April 30th from 7:00-10:00 p.m. at the UOU Post Theater.

Enjoy some of Utah’s top professional belly dancers including Shahravar and her students including Susan Kelly, president of W.A.E.S. along with shimmering veils, singing cymbals, sharp swords and a fantastic variety of inspiring performances.

There will also be a silent auction for an assortment of gift baskets, gift certificates, and artwork by local artists.

Wasatch Avian Education Society is a registered nonprofit organization in the State of Utah, located in the Salt Lake City area. 2011 marks the 17th year of service to the community and the exotic birds that are so much a part of our lives. They are dedicated to the study and keeping of birds, with an emphasis on having parrots as pets. They also offer rescue and adoption services.

Shahravar will be celebrating her 20th year in Belly Dance! She began studying and performing Middle-Eastern Dance styles in 1991. Her dance background includes Egyptian Cabaret, Turkish, American Tribal, Saudi Folk, Khallegy, Tunisian, and Lebanese Debke line dances. She began teaching in 1993. She’s a founding and current member of Habibi Habibi, a professional Middle Eastern style dance troupe. Shahravar also created the Shah Sitara Collaborative in 2005. In 2009, she was awarded “Best Fusion Belly Dance” by City Weekly. She now teaches a variety of classes throughout the Salt Lake Valley and opened her Urban Gawazii Belly Dance studio in 2009.

Tickets for the event are $10.00 and will be available at www.slcbellydance.com, www.wasatchavian.com/specialevent.html or at the door the night of the show. All proceeds go to Wasatch Avian Education Society..

Post Theater (University of Utah, 245 South Fort Douglas Boulevard, Bldg 636)