Here are four around-the-corner events to mark on your cultural calendar: A revival of the heartfelt and timely “Leviticus,” a grand night of music at Steinmetz Hall and two benefits: A Mama’s Comedy Show performance for Theatre South Playhouse and a “Pippin” performance for Orlando’s LGBTQ+ Center.

‘Leviticus’

“Leviticus,” a personal and emotional look at friction between faith and sexuality, will be revived in Central Florida Aug. 30-31 with a new site-specific production at Unity of Central Florida. Creator Ciara Hannon says the autobiographical drama, which premiered five years ago at the Orlando Fringe Festival, remains unfortunately relevant.

“We’ve been doing this show since 2019, and while it has undergone revisions, the modern homophobia it addresses is still very much present in today’s world,” Hannon says. “I’m more convinced than ever that placing this raw, heart-wrenching story in the audience’s hands is essential.”

The story tells of Levi Nolan, a precocious high school lesbian who has always felt accepted by her liberal Christian church. But when she attempts to become a youth leader, she is denied the opportunity as a beloved mentor cites Bible verses about “abomination.” The rejection forces Levi to re-evaluate what she knows about herself and her faith.

The production stars Breanna Wells, Hayley Sanz, Beth Ann Stripling and Saylor Lake; Hannon will direct. Each 65-minute performance will be followed by a panel discussion with Central Florida LGBTQ+ and religious leaders.

Unity of Central Florida is at 771 Holden Ave. in Orlando, and tickets are pay what you wish, starting at $1, at humanitix.com.

For Hannon, discussing the issue is more important than making a profit.

“What keeps me motivated to tell this story is the hope that one day it will become so outdated that no one wants to perform it anymore, and it will be seen as a piece of history rather than a timely commentary,” says Hannon. “That’s when I’ll know we’ve truly made a difference. Until then, we keep inviting folks to join in the conversation.”‘The Tenor’

The Orlando Symphony Orchestra is bringing tenor Juan Carlos Vassallo to Steinmetz Hall in a program of opera greats and more. The orchestra, established in 1991, is comprised of professional musicians from Orlando as well as other cities around the state.

Vassallo is an Argentinean-Italian dramatic tenor who has performed at major venues around the world and portrayed many of opera’s great leading roles for Teatro Argentina in Rome.

Jerry Weiss, the orchestra’s general manager, calls the event “a major production” for the organization and promises “an evening of opera favorites, opera overtures, tangos and unique pieces never before heard in Orlando by Latin composers.”

On the program, conducted by music director David Handel, are famous arias from the likes of “Tosca” (“E’lucevan l’estelle”), “Rigoletto” (“La Donna e mobile”) and “Turnadot” (“Nessun dorma”). But also featured, as Weiss indicates, is beautiful music from Latin American composers such as Astor Pantaleón Piazzolla.

The performance will take place in Steinmetz Hall at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave. in Orlando. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Sept. 7, and tickets start at $45 at drphillipscenter.org.

‘Pippin’ benefit

A special performance of “Pippin,” the latest production at the Garden Theatre in Winter Garden, will benefit The Center Orlando, a nonprofit serving Central Florida’s LGBTQ+ community and its allies.

Proceeds from the 2 p.m. Sept. 5 performance of the Stephen Schwartz musical will go toward the center’s capital campaign.

“At Garden Theatre, we are committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels seen, heard and valued,” says chief organizational officer Keith Davenport in a news release. “We aim to work with and connect with communities that share our dedication to diversity and inclusivity, ensuring that our programs and performances reflect the rich tapestry of experiences and identities that make up our world.”

“Pippin,” with a story by Roger O. Hirson and music and lyrics by Schwartz, is a young man’s coming-of-age story in which he learns that happiness can be found in the ordinary moments of human connection.

Tickets for the benefit performance start at $54 at gardentheatre.org/event/pippin-center.

Playhouse comedy

Theatre South Playhouse and Mama’s Comedy Show will team up for a one-night-only collaboration to raise money for the southwest Orlando theater.

The event is also a reunion: Years ago, Mama’s Comedy Show performed at a benefit that helped get Theatre South Playhouse off the ground.

Playhouse executive director Hillary Brook credited Mama’s founder Todd Feren with suggesting the latest benefit after hearing that the theater lost funding because of state budget cuts.

Although Mama’s Comedy Show is known for adults-only laughs, the material in this benefit will be rated PG-13, the theater says. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Aug. 31 at Theatre South Playhouse in The Marketplace at Dr. Phillips plaza, 7601 Della Drive in Orlando. Tickets are $20-$25 at theatresouthplayhouse.org.

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