The LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra’s fourth and final subscription concert of the 2024-25 season heralds the Golden Age of Broadway with an evening of musical theater classics from America’s best-loved composer duo Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein. Titled as “Some Enchanted Evening” for one performance only 7 p.m. April 12, audiences of all ages will enjoy selections from “South Pacific,” “The Sound of Music,” “The King and I,” “Showboat” and “Oklahoma,” featuring LCSO Music Director Dr. Carolyn Watson, soprano Emily Yiannias, baritone Leroy Davis and soprano Susan Nelson. Rodgers and Hammerstein remain cherished as an iconic American songwriting duo, known for revolutionizing the musical theater genre. Composer Rodgers and lyricist/librettist Hammerstein II paired talents to create some of the most beloved musicals in Broadway history, after their collaboration, which began in 1943, helped elevate musical theater to new artistic heights, blending storytelling with innovative musical composition and meaningful lyrics. Their work often tackled social issues while also providing timeless entertainment, leaving an enduring legacy in both theater and popular culture. Presented at LaPorte Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge St. in LaPorte, tickets start at $24 for the two-hour musical salute. Call 219-362-2325 or go to www.laportecivicauditorium.com.

Brotherly fun

In time for the 45th anniversary of the film “The Blues Brothers,” Chuck Little steps into the guise of Elwood “Blooze,” opposite Norm Boucher as Joliet Jake “Blooze,” for a rollicking night in tribute to the 1980 movie that shot John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd to film fame. For more than three decades, the Blooze Brothers have been one of Chicagoland’s favorite and fun show bands, honoring the music made by the original Blues Brothers. This dynamic duo performs one concert tribute at 7:30 p.m. on the Theatre at the Center stage at The Center for Visual and Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road in Munster on Friday, April 11. It’s a salute that captures the spirit of Aykroyd’s love of traditional blues and soul and Belushi’s love of classic rock in a tribute performance to fuse the great musical traditions into a stage show that entertains. Tickets are $40 at www.TheatreAtTheCenter.com or call 219-836-3255.

A ‘Top Temptation’

A legendary pairing is on tour with all the stage moves and music from record playing and radio days fame. The Temptations and the Four Tops are sharing a 40th anniversary tour with this pairing of music royalty. The song list for The Temptations is long and memorable with tunes such as “My Girl,” “Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone,” “Just My Imagination” and “Get Ready.” The Four Tops playlist of hits is just as long and beloved, including “Can’t Help Myself,” “Sugar Pie Honey Bunch,” “Reach Out I’ll Be There” and “Baby I Need Your Loving.” This iconic concert plays one show at The Venue at Hammond Horseshoe Casino at 777 Casino Center Drive in Hammond at 8 p.m. April 12. Tickets are $49.50 and available by calling 866-711-7463 or go to caesars.com/horseshoe-hammond/shows.

Lasers and local legends

A tribute to Pink Floyd, Echoes of Pompeii is comprised of a 10-piece band for fans who love the recreation of the true sound of a Pink Floyd concert. From synthesizers, delayed vocals, slide guitars and female backup singers, the band grabs the audience with state-of-the-art visuals such as lasers, lights, video, and the iconic images that Pink Floyd was well known to produce. This weekend, audiences are reminded that when choosing seats to attend, dancing is encouraged at the front of the stage at Memorial Opera House, 104 Indiana Ave. in downtown Valparaiso. One show only at 8 p.m. April 12. Tickets range from $40 to $80 and are available by calling the box office at 219-548-9137 or www.memorialoperahouse.com.

Philip Potempa is a journalist, author and weekly radio show host on WJOB-AM 1230.

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