Compiled by Rebecca Sirull, News Staff
Entry of the Week: Wednesday, March 19
Join the African Presidential Center (APC) at Boston University as they present Prime Time: A Conversation with Prime Ministers. The University will host Raila Odinga, former prime minister of Kenya, and Frederick Sumaye, former prime minister of Tanzania. The duo will discuss past and current issues in their home countries, and the potential for change. This is one of many events hosted by the APC to open up forums for a dialogue on democratization and free market reform in Africa, as well as a platform for students to benefit from the insights of leaders and experts in the field. Join the conversation and watch the “architects of change” in action. 1 Silber Way; 6- 9 p.m.; free; bu.edu/calendar.
Thursday, March 13
Do you believe there’s one person for everyone? If not, maybe the Boston Actors Theater can change your mind with its performance of “Soul Mates,” written by Kirsten Knisely and directed by Caroline L. Price. The hour-and-a-half-long show explores the importance of relationships and the possibility of meeting “the one” through a series of nine vignettes. Each scene introduces a new couple to the audience, with different love stories, and different problems. This is the show’s east coast premiere and a part of Boston Actors Theater’s 10th Anniversary Season. Laugh, cry and fall in love with this award-nominated play. 539 Tremont St.; 7:30 – 9 p.m.; $15 with student ID; bostonactorstheater.com.
Friday, March 14
The secret’s out on the latest performance by Northeastern’s premiere (and only) improv group, NU & Improv’d. The group will hold its Super Secret Spy Show in room 106 of West Village G, where they will collaborate with a comedy troupe from Skidmore College to present an evening of “forbidden fun.” The group’s 12 members will perform a series of short form improv skits and games, and also provide homemade snacks. Nothing could improv your night more. West Village G; 6 p.m.; free; northeastern.edu/nuimprov.
Saturday, March 15
Two of YouTube’s biggest stars step out from behind the computer screen to hit the stage at the Wilbur Theatre. Grace Helbig and Mamrie Hart present “This Might Get Weird, Y’all,” a live comedy show, sure to be filled with the duo’s trademark puns and non-stop laughs. Helbig gained Internet fame with her award-winning web series “DailyGrace,” which has over a million and a half subscribers. Hart rose to prominence with her pop culture mixology show “You Deserve a Drink.” Join them for a night of pun-derful jokes and pun-ch lines (that are hopefully better than these). 246 Tremont St.; 7 p.m.; $29+; thewilbur.com.
Sunday, March 16
Many Bostonians consider the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade to be one of the highlights of their St. Patty’s weekend, if not the whole month. Come see thousands of proud Bostonians march through the streets dressed in their finest Irish garb and fueled by some of Ireland’s finest beverages, or you could even watch the parade. Organized by the Allied War Veteran’s Council, the parade includes everything from marching bands to motorcycles, and of course no Irish celebration would be complete without bagpipes and kilts galore. Beginning at the Broadway T station, the route goes throughout South Boston before ending at Andrew Square. Put together your best all-green ensemble and head out for this beloved Boston tradition. South Boston; 1 p.m.; free; southbostonparade.org.
Monday, March 17
Show off your best pirouette, grand jeté or pas de bourrée, or learn what those words mean, at open classes with the Boston Ballet. Offering beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, the Boston Ballet School aims to accommodate dancers with any amount of experience. Practice barre and centre work, with varying levels of positions and exercises designed to increase skill and improve form. There is no need to register ahead of time as classes are on a drop-in basis, or students have the option of purchasing a 10-class card. Come set the barre high for your week with a night that’s on pointe. 19 Clarendon St.; 7 – 8:30 p.m.; $15 with student ID; bostonballet.org.
Tuesday, March 18
Check out the latest afterHOURS show as Northeastern welcomes Travis Garland and Juliet Simms for an evening of acoustic music. Garland originally entered the public eye as a member of the boy band NLT, but soon asked to be released from his label in order to pursue his own creative endeavors and explore a more unique sound. Simms is a Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter who has been featured in MTV’s “The Real World” and “Road Rules” and appeared on the Vans Warped Tour, before becoming a finalist on the 2012 season of NBC’s “The Voice.” Help support two up-and-coming musicians and discover a whole new sound. afterHOURS; 7 p.m.; free; northeastern.edu/eventvenues/afterhours.
