* For years, Dancer's Studio's interpretation of Lewis Carroll's whimsical classic “Alice's Adventures in Wonderland” has captivated audiences here. There's a good reason for that. The nonprofit student theater company, guided by directors and choreographers, continues to reimagine the 1865 story. The ensemble will perform its latest works, as well as the second act of excerpts from “Don Quixote” and other works, on Saturdays and at 2 p.m. Sunday at Judson Arne Auditorium, 1400 25th St. in Columbus. Information and tickets: available at dancers-studio.org, Viewpoint Books and at the door.
* Republic has been following the popularity of pop-rock-blues cover band Mike Milligan and the Steam Shovel for years. They performed at everything from Neighborfest gatherings to the biggest block party in history. The Kokomo crew returns to Columbus on Saturday at 7 p.m. to perform what is billed as the ensemble's 30th Bandiversary and new album, “Kokomo Honey,” at the Crump Theater, 425 Third Street. Admission is $20.
* Looking a little further ahead: The annual student pop-rock concert “American Pie: The Magical History Tour” will be held May 3 at 6:30 p.m. at Judson Arne Auditorium, 1400 25th St., Columbus. Coordinated by Columbus North High School teacher and rock guitarist Jerry Mihey, the event saw the teen performers perform solid renditions of his classic hits from the 1950s onwards and still provide emotional moments. doing. Tickets are available at Columbus North Bookstore and Mill Race Center.