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The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity
Three men find themselves fighting for more than just a title belt. Tired of making other pro wrestlers look good, Macedonio “The Mace” Guerra recruits a smart-mouthed Indian kid to dethrone the current all-American champ, Chad Deity. But when the rivalry is used to exploit racial stereotypes (In professional wrestling?—Yokozuna would roll over in his grave if he knew of such a thing.), the men find themselves fighting for more than just a title belt. And The Mace learns that his childhood dream isn’t all it was cracked up to be.
Jan. 3–Feb. 5
Actors Theatre of Louisville
316 W. Main St.
actorstheatre.org
502-584-1205
Comedy Caravan Presents The List hosted by Bryan Kennison
Come see Comedy Caravan's weekly comedy showcase hosted by the funny (always a good trait in a comedy club MC) Mr. Bryan Kennison. Every Thursday the club brings you a barrel of comedy for the price of a can! Louisville's best and brightest stand-up comics come and share the stage with the new blood of comedy.
Jan. 5, 9:30 p.m.
Comedy Caravan
1250 Bardstown Road
MidCity Mall
comedycaravan.com
502-459-0022
$2 
Jacob Heustis' unveils Bike Rack/Sculpture
Green Building owner and funder of half of Louisville Uncle Gill Holland has commissioned a sculpture/bike rack inspired by Kentucky’s Bourbon Trail. The work is by Louisville-based artist Jacob Heustis. The bike rack/sculpture ”As the Old Crow Flies,” will be unveiled at the Green Building during the East Market District First Friday Trolley Hop. In conjunction with the sculpture'x unveiling, The Green Building Gallery will also be hosting a one-night-only exhibition of two dimensional works by Heustis.
Jan. 6, 5–9 p.m.
The Green Building
732 E. Market St.
502-561-1162
Opening Reception, Form, Not Function: Quilt Art at the Carnegie
Enjoy refreshments and music by the Jamey Aebersold Jazz Quartet at the opening reception for Form, Not Function: Quilt Art at the Carnegie, a national juried exhibit of contemporary art quilts featuring 24 works by artists. (Hopefully this juried show will do a better job of ensuring quality than the St. James Court Art Show does.) Over the nine years that this exhibit has been held, it has broadened the concept of art quilts and gain recognition for this evolving art form.
Jan. 6, 6–8 p.m.
Carnegie Center for Art & History
201 E. Spring St.
New Albany
carnegiecenter.org
812-944-7336
Free
Ri Ra Irish Pub presents The Derby Boys, Jimmy V and Screamin' John
Start the new year off right at Ri Ra Irish Pub this Friday when two popular local bands take the stage for a great night of music. Louisville folk band, The Derby Boys, start at 6 p.m., followed by Jimmy V and Screamin John at 10 p.m. $2 domestic bottles and $6 car bombs. Drinking tip: Do not order a car bomb at a pub in Ireland.
Jan. 6, 6 p.m.
Ri Ra Irish Pub
Fourth Street Live!
502-587-1825
rira.com
Wee Rock! presents its second-annual Elvis birthday party
Join Wee Rock! for its second annual Elvis birthday party. Doors open at noon with a 30-minute Elvis sing a-long at 12:30 p.m. and Elvis-themed party games from 1-1:45 p.m.. Peanut butter and banana sandwiches will be served. Kids or parents coming in Elvis costumes will receive a coupon for a free Wee Rock! drop-in class.
Jan. 7, 12:30–2 p.m.
Mama's Hip
1559 Bardstown Road
502-384-8805
weerock.net
Free
Kentucky Stickhorses exhibition game
Watch the Kentucky Stickhorses play an exhibition game before the start of the North American Lacrosse League's 2012 season. The Stickhorses are the fourth team to be announced for the and will compete against teams from Charlotte, Jacksonville and Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. The team will play seven home games from January to April at Freedom Hall Arena.
Jan. 7, 7 p.m.
Freedom Hall
937 Phillips Lane
kentuckystickhorses.com
$10-$25.70
Render acoustic show at Phoenix Hill Tavern with VelcroPygmies
Listen to local cover band Render play an acoustic set with VelcroPygmies, possibly one of the greatest band names in the area.
Jan. 7, 8 p.m.
Phoenix Hill Tavern
644 Baxter Ave.
phoenixhill.com/upcomingcalendars.htm
502-589-4957
Speed Concert Series presents Nicholas Phan
The Speed Concert Series presents Tenor Nicholas Phan. Phan continues to distinguish himself as one of the most compelling young tenors appearing on the prestigious concert and opera stages of the world. Phan has appeared with many of the leading orchestras in the United States and Great Britain and is considered one of the rising young stars of the opera world. His performance will be held at Comstock Hall at the University of Louisville School of Music. if you go, ask if museum members will get a prorated refund because of the museum's closing in October (they haven't returned my wife's call yet). Thanks.
Jan. 8, 3 p.m.
Comstock Hall
University of Louisville School of Music
speedmuseum.org
502-634-2700
Free for museum members, $10 for non-members
Awaken your chi
Head to Rainbow Blossom (the natural food market that has worse selection and service than Whole Foods, but you know, hey, buy local) to energize and relax your mind and body with Tai Chi with Sifu Revakah Myers. Relax and energize with the strengthening, flowing movements of Tai Chi Chuan. Recommended for stress reduction by the Mayo Clinic, Tai Chi has also been found to increase the ability to perform moderate to rigorous activities, improve sleep quality, and reduce joint pain by the Oregon Research Institute. Stretch and develop your mind and body while learning the 24 Posture Beijing Form in this 10-week course with Myers. The first class is this Sunday.
Jan. 8, 6:30 p.m.
Rainbow Blossom Highlands Market 2nd floor community room
3046 Bardstown Road
rainbowblossom.com
502-498-2470
$100 per student
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