Broadway Classics and Blues Sessions: What's On in Columbus for January 28

Theater and Broadway Highlights

The spotlight is on downtown Columbus tonight as the iconic musical Les Misérables continues its run at the Ohio Theatre. Starting at 7:30 PM, this legendary production brings the epic story of Victor Hugo’s novel to life with breathtaking sets and world-renowned songs. For those looking for intellectual stimulation slightly further afield, the McCoy Center in New Albany is hosting a special Civil Discourse and Debate session featuring political analysts James Carville and Reince Priebus at 7:00 PM.

Live Music and Evening Jams

If you prefer a more intimate musical setting, head over to Natalie’s Grandview for the weekly Blues & Beyond series. From 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM, the Rainmaker Blues Trio will perform a set of old-school blues, offering a perfect mid-week happy hour experience. Later in the evening, the local music scene heats up with several high-energy performances:

• Jonah Kagen: Performing at A and R Music Bar at 8:00 PM.
• Antarctigo Vespucci: Taking the stage at Ace of Cups starting at 6:00 PM.
• Neighbor: A jam-heavy set at Woodlands Tavern beginning at 7:00 PM.
• Jon Spencer: Catch the show at Rumba Cafe at 8:00 PM.

Community Meetups and Social Gatherings

Wednesday serves as a primary hub for local community groups to connect across the city. Whether you are into gaming, networking, or social advocacy, there is something for everyone:

• Board Games at The Forge: The Forge Tavern hosts a community game night at 6:00 PM, where visitors can join open tables for various strategy and tabletop games.
• Stonewall After Dark: Hosted by Stonewall Columbus from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, this social event provides a welcoming community space in partnership with Central Outreach.
• Shut Up & Write!: Writers are invited to a focused session at the Kingsdale Shopping Center at 6:30 PM to work on their latest projects in a supportive environment.
• Tech and Gaming: A unique "Infrastructure-as-Code Through Minecraft" meetup is taking place for the Azure CBUS group at 6:00 PM.

Public Exhibitions and Art

For a more reflective afternoon, the Columbus Museum of Art remains a top destination with ongoing exhibitions such as Tacita Dean: Blind Folly and Artemisia Gentileschi: Naples to Beirut. Additionally, Prototype: The Experimental Museum is open today, offering an interactive playground of art and technology designed for adults looking to explore storytelling through immersive media.