Take a finals break with Playground comedy set, ‘Wicked’ musical this week
Starting this Thursday, enjoy the Festival of Trees & Light. The annual event showcases Christmas trees and decorations, along with activities and performances. Ella Chan | Senior Staff Photographer
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Giving ‘Cuseday
This year’s Giving ‘Cuseday supports two initiatives — the Coach Mac Food Pantry and general scholarships through The Syracuse Promise. In addition, stop by the Schine Student Center to show other forms of gratitude, from Forever Orange Student Alumni Council’s food pantry collection to Notes of Encouragement.
When: Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Schine Student Center Atrium
Price: Free
King+King Architecture Library Gingerbread House Contest
Get in the holiday spirit with a gingerbread house making contest. Showcase and compete with your peers to see who can build the most decorative and functional gingerbread house. Holiday-themed snacks will also be provided.
When: Tuesday from 5:15 to 7 p.m.
Where: Slocum Hall, Ming Seminar Room
Price: Free
“Wicked”
Just weeks after the recent release of “Wicked: For Good,” the Broadway play that inspired it all is coming to the Landmark Theatre. Now the fourth-longest running show on Broadway, “Wicked” will be making its Syracuse stop this Wednesday until Dec. 14.
When: Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Landmark Theatre
Price: $58.30 to $163
Playground at Harry’s
Need a quick break from finals? Head down to Harry’s Bar for The Playground’s last comedy show of the semester. Look forward to a standout lineup; many of the night’s regular stand-up comedians will be performing their last sets of the school year before going abroad. Attendees must be 18 or older.
When: Wednesday, doors at 8 p.m., show at 8:30 p.m.
Where: Harry’s Bar
Price: $5
40th Annual Festival of Trees & Light
Starting this Thursday, the Everson Museum of Art will mark its 40th Annual Festival of Trees & Light. Running through Dec. 13, the festival features picturesque displays of Christmas trees and decorations, family-friendly activities and performances, including a special presentation from the Central New York Ballet.
When: Thursday, times vary
Where: Everson Museum of Art, Hosmer Auditorium
Price: $17 per day for general admission
