Sander Mander & The Banana Hammer

Church of Starry Wisdom

Moon Cactus

Moon Cactus is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer, with the trumpet as his primary instrument. Moon Cactus' compositions blend elements of pop punk, jazz, hip-hop, and rock, forming a distinct alternative pop sound. The Succulent in Chief's songs come from personal experience, exploring themes of mental health, expectations, and love. Inspired by boundary-pushing artists like Anderson .Paak (a fellow multi-instrumentalist), Moon Cactus strives to redefine live performance by moving fluidly between trumpet and guitar while singing, rapping, and leading the show.

Proper Faces

Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!

Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm

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Mark Winters

Texas-based rock singer-songwriter Mark Winters is a poet, musician, entrepreneur, optimist, family man, and rocket scientist. Inspired by love and community, he creates “rock with a positive vibe,” blending rock, blues, and pop influences like John Mayer, Vance Joy and Tom Petty with his poetic roots and science background.

Join us for dinner, drinks, and live music by Mark Winters in The Rialto Living Room - open at 5:00 PM

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Alexis Marrero

Alexis Marrero is a pop-rock singer/songwriter hailing from Cleveland, Ohio. She began her career at the age of 16 and has gone on to release fan-favorite singles including “Tears Come Fallin’ Down” and “Wake Me Up.” Her latest singles “I’m Not Fallin’” and “Overdrive,” are captivating audiences across the nation. The “Overdrive” music video even hit 1 million views. Alexis Marrero is on the rise, being placed in the top 10 of Hollywood Digest’s Hottest New Recording Artists list as well as “Wake Me Up” making their Scolding NewSongs list for their blazing picks of summer 2023. She was also named a top 10 person to look out for by Rival Magazine at the end of 2024, and the rising rock queen by the CHRD Mag. Most recently, Alexis has performed at iconic venues such as The Viper Room, Whisky a Go Go, House of Blues Anaheim, and has headlined Rainbow Bar & Grill. She recently performed at the Florida Strawberry Festival this past March and rocked Riptide Music Festival in December of 2023. She has also performed on the Boys of Summer Tour in 2021 and 2022, as well as at Playlist Live in 2022. She is set to make her acting debut as a recurring character in season 2 of “Sangre Negra.” She has appeared on “On With Mario Lopez,” “The Jimmy Star Show with Ron Russell,” “KTLA’s Wish USA,” as well as iHeart Radio’s “The Outlaws Radio Show.” She was also a special industry guest at Infolist’s Pre-Oscars Soiree this past February. With her storytelling and unique vocals, she has something for almost everybody to enjoy and be inspired by.

Talk Less

Calico

Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - opening at 5:00pm!

Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm

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Come join us for every first Wednesday of the month as poetry takes the stage with Angry Cow Poetry! Each event will include a featured poet/spoken word artist as well as an open mic. Come hear some of northeast Ohio’s most powerful voices.

Featured Poets:
Oct 1: Gretchen Pleuss
Nov 5: Kortney Morrow
Dec 3: Caira Lee

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Mic opens around 7:15pm

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Join us every month for First Thursday with Jim Ballard!

Jim Ballard is a journeyman singer songwriter, producer and film music composer. Starting out in the coffeehouses and campuses of NE Ohio before moving on to travel most of the country, he's appeared in venues large and small, sharing the bill with artists as diverse as Pete Seeger and Odetta, Poco and Pure Prairie League, to Phoebe Snow and Gordon Lightfoot, Kenny Loggins and Ten Thousand Maniacs.He plays frequently in the 330 solo and with his backing band The Strangs.

Oct 2: Nate Vaill / Corey Jenkins

Nov 6: Alex Bevan / Austin Walkin' Cane

Dec 4: Michael & Cathy Grady - GradyMiller

Showtime: 5:00 PM
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Hand + Noise

The Erly

Bio: Niles, Michigan band, The Erly, features Collin Mattiford on bass/vocals, Trevor McDonald on guitar/vocals, Fran Gleason on drums/vocals, and Simon Kauffman-Hurst on keyboards. 

Performing together since 2018, The Erly has released four studio albums, including the newest in their catalog, an 11-track americana rock album called ‘Salem Lights’ (9/4/24). Featuring each member on lead vocals, it contains narrative-driven lyrics that paint southern-gothic landscapes amongst emotional, rootsy playing. Born out of a jam sesh with intent to create demos in Gleason’s basement, ‘Salem Lights’ evolved into a completed body of work. Produced by Paul Bennett, the band describes the album as, “No metronome, all the microphone bleed you can get, and the true sound of The Erly working together in their natural state.” Though this album finds The Erly at their most relaxed, they are no strangers to creating a jam-adjacent live performance.

Black Wolf & The Thief

original sounds out of Warren, OH. here to party.

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Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm

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JD Eicher

Join JD Eicher and his band in celebrating 20 years of performing original music. These select shows will feature special guest opening acts and a unique set of music from JD - including solo and full band performances. 

JD Eicher

JD Eicher is an Ohio musician known for indie rock and alt-pop songwriting that features expressive vocals and meaningful, carefully-crafted lyrics.

An artist who tours in the US and abroad, Eicher has shared billing with a wide range of well-known acts, including Coldplay, Maroon 5, Train, The Zombies, Sister Hazel, Pete Yorn, Red Wanting Blue, and more.

With several full-length albums to his credit, JD was enlisted to create the soundtrack to bestselling author Nicholas Sparks’s (The Notebook, A Walk To Remember) 20th novel, Two By Two. Eicher’s song of the same name - “Two By Two” - was played on Good Morning America, and Eicher and the song are referenced in the novel.

He has since gone on to write his own novel and companion album (The Lights Along Majesto and the album Majesto Sessions) and to continue the trend of being a go-to producer of custom music for various brands and special projects.

You can listen to JD on Spotify and Apple Music.

Angie Haze

“I am The Time Thief. My survivor story will prompt an inner awakening for those who listen. It’s not a musical performance. It’s a remembrance of the before and beyond.” - Angie Haze

Angie Haze isn’t just a singer-songwriter; she’s a sonic architect, a storyteller who bends time and genre with her evocative sound. An award-winning, queer-fronted act, Haze crafts music for the survivor—giving voice to those who have endured childhood sexual abuse and sexual violence. Her songs are anthems of resilience, a call to the unheard, and a force for change—championing equality, Mother Earth, and the Animal Kingdom.

A multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer, Haze has created a genre of her own: Creepop—a mesmerizing fusion of haunting vocal harmonies, infectious melodies, and eerie yet whimsical textures. Imagine the surreal magic of a Tim Burton film colliding with the eccentric charm of Willy Wonka, and you’ll begin to grasp the atmosphere she conjures. Her music isn’t just something to listen to—it’s something to see, feel, and experience.

Jesse Ruben

Jesse Ruben is a singer/songwriter who recently moved to Atlanta after spending the last 15 years in Brooklyn. Best known for his lyrical storytelling and engaging live shows, his songs have been streamed more than 75 million times, have been heard on more than a dozen TV shows in the US and abroad including One Tree Hill, Degrassi, Teen Mom, Switched at Birth, and The Bachelor (Germany). His most recent single "This Is Why I Need You” reached the top 10 in 12 different countries. He has recorded live sessions for NPR and MTV Asia, and has been featured on CNN and PBS.

Beyond his music career, Ruben is highly active in philanthropic endeavors. He has run the NYC Marathon three times for The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, the largest non-profit devoted to spinal cord injuries, and five times to raise money for Lyme disease research. He is also the founder of The We Can Project, an initiative for young students designed to help them discover their passions and give back to their communities. To date, more than 500,000 young people have participated. To promote the program, he was personally invited by Hoda Kotb to perform live on The Today Show.

Doors: 7:00 PM / Showtime: 7:30 PM
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Tano Jones Revelry

rhythm. life. melodies. tales. harmony. love.

Cradling a trusty six-string in-hand, looking out from under the brim of a dusty hat, and accompanied by a big red Labrador riding shotgun, Tano Jones makes music for the people, and he brings it right to them…The proud Detroit-born singer, songwriter, guitarist, producer, and namesake of The Tano Jones Revelry calls out to the seekers. His music is for anybody who can’t contain their lust for life and dreams for a better tomorrow. These are songs that’ll compel you to clap, stomp, and sing at the top of your lungs. As such, he’s tapped into a sense of magic conjured through adherence to the Americana troubadour tradition with a jolt of rock ‘n’ roll and the kind of no-nonsense Midwest soul you feel right away in your bones. Since delivering their full-length debut Spinning North at the top of 2024, the band have impressively gathered tens of millions of streams, received acclaim, and independently infiltrated airwaves via stations nationwide. Now, they continue to travel this road at full speed.

Lauren Brabson

Lauren Brabson is an emerging country artist from Barberton, Ohio. A self-taught musician, her songwriting is candid and deeply personal, often exploring themes of acceptance in everyday life. Her emotive vocals—at times jubilant, at times melancholic—bring these stories vividly to life.

She has captivated audiences at festivals and clubs across the region, earning a loyal following. Her discography includes three EPs—Sad Girl Blues and Gypsy (2022), and Hey, It’s Lauren (2024)—along with the 2024 single Matriarch. She is currently in the studio recording her next single, set for release in December 2025.

Connect with her on Facebook and Instagram, and stream her music on all major platforms.

Ben Gage

Ben Gage is a songwriter from Akron, Ohio, shaped by the rust belt’s grit and the open countryside along the Great Lakes. His roots run deep in Midwest’s working-class spirit—where tenacity, family, and a hard day’s work aren’t just values but a way of life. That same spirit runs through his music. He doesn’t sugarcoat life’s ups and downs, but he doesn’t hammer you over the head with ideas either—he just tells it like it is, weaving raw human experience into every song.

In the fall of 2021, Ben walked away from a career in corporate America to chase music full-time. Now, he crisscrosses the country, trading stories, playing songs, and collecting more along the way.

Folk and blues have always been about passing stories down, and that’s what fuels Ben’s songwriting—it’s not just about him; it’s about pulling you into something familiar. The best stories don’t get lost in complexity; they just tell the truth. That’s why when you hear his songs, they don’t just sound new—they feel like something you’ve always known.

Get to the Show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!

Doors: 6:30pm / Showtime: 7:00pm

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An old Irish session with a new home The Gordon Shaffer Irish Session started more than 25 years ago at The Ancient Order of Hibernians at 941 Kenmore Blvd. After years away we are returning to Kenmore at The Rialto Theatre. This "jam" session welcomes Irish musicians from all over northeast Ohio and beyond. Come to listen or come to play. Lots of fun tunes and great people. All skill levels welcome.

If your not wanting to perform, come enjoy some Irish Jams!

Showtime: 6:30 pm

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WE ARE NOW OFFERING ADVANCED LESSONS AT 6PM!

Join us swing dancing on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month starting at 8pm for $3. For those who do not know how to swing dance, have no fear! For only $5 more, we are offering a one hour basic lesson from 7pm - 8pm so you can learn a few moves before the night begins.

For those more experienced in swing dancing or dancers who are looking for more of a challenge, we are now offering an Advanced Class at 6pm - 7pm for $10. This price will include our Open Dance at 8pm. If attending the Advanced Class at 6pm - 7pm feel free to hang out in The Rialto Living Room grab a drink or a bite to eat until Open Dance at 8pm.

Also, you do not need to bring a dance partner to participate in the lesson, so there are no excuses. This is a great way to get out, meet new people, get a little exercise, and have fun all at the same time!

6pm - 7pm Advanced Swing Lesson by Rachel Itsell & Mike Arteno - ($10)

(Advanced Swing Lesson Admission Includes Open Dance at 8pm)

7-8pm Basic Swing Lesson led by Rachel Itsell & Mike Arteno - ($5)

8pm - Open Dance - ($3)

Basic Lesson + Open Dance - ($8)

Advanced Lesson + Basic Lesson + Open Dancing - ($15)

Doors: 5:30pm

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Jon Tyler Wiley

Sideman turned songwriter Jon Tyler Wiley spent most of 2018 and 2019 recording his debut record, "The Longing," performing all instruments himself. When the record was delayed by the 2020 pandemic and lockdown, his band, he instead began recording and releasing music with his band. After a year of recording and releasing singles, look for Jon Tyler Wiley & His Virginia Choir performing in a town near you. Wiley's solo release, "The Longing," was finally released to critical acclaim in February of 2022.

Luke Wiggins

Luke Wiggins is a 30 year old songwriter from Wayne County Ohio. Drawing inspiration from his rural Midwestern roots, his songs set out to capture the honest truths found in the everyday Americans life. Armed with a soulful voice and the lyrics that will have you reminiscing of home. His songs are relatable and raw. Stories of love , loss , self reflection, and perseverance. This Folk Singer aims to bring the focus back to the common man with his debut album "Wayne County Blues”

Doors: 7:00 PM / Showtime: 7:30 PM

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David Novak is a musical artist from Cleveland Ohio. Through diverse influences like blues, rock, electronic, jazz, funk, punk and even classical music, David has crafted a unique and authentic sound that is a blend of sensitive folk-rock, experimental art-rock, brash and angsty grunge, and straightforward rock and roll. David’s songs explore the political, social, and emotional dynamics of the human experience. His live shows are often highlighted by raw & authentic musical performances, good humor, and audience participation. 

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Midnite Phoenix

Hailing from the heart of Akron, Ohio, Midnite Phoenix is a classic hard rock juggernaut, rising from the ashes with a sound that’s as fiery as their namesake. Midnite Phoenix is soaring to the top, quickly becoming a force to be reckoned with and leaving audiences wanting more.

Fronted by Wendy Darling, a powerhouse vocalist whose voice commands the stage with unrelenting intensity, making her the fiery core of Midnite Phoenix’s sound.

On lead guitar, Bryce McVaney, the six-string wizard, channeling the spirit of classic rock legends while forging his own path.

Driving the rhythm with fierce precision is Samantha Lapham, a drummer whose energetic beats thunder like a storm, propelling the band’s anthems with relentless power. Her dynamic style keeps the pulse of Midnite Phoenix pounding.

Anchoring it all is Reese "The MILF Magnet" Putnam on bass, laying down the groove and shaking the earth. Reese’s cool confidence and hardcore vibe give the band its unshakable foundation.

Talk Less

Chrissy Strong wtih Jackson Boling

Tim Kovacs

Doors: 7:00 PM / Showtime: 7:30 PM

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Wes Goin

folk/soul/jazz with the intent to spread positivity and love

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Long Tall Deb & Colin John Light It Up Release Party Featuring Chris Butler and Jason Edwards

Long Tall Deb & Colin John

The road-tested duo Long Tall Deb & Colin John return with Light It Up, out now on VizzTone Label Group. Known for their globe-spanning musical journey and genre-bending approach, the pair deliver a set that leans deep into blues-rock muscle and deep soul.

Chris Butler

Christopher Butler is an American musician, writer, and artist who is best known for leading the 1980s new wave band The Waitresses. His notable songs include "I Know What Boys Like", "No Guilt", "Christmas Wrapping" and the theme song for the TV sitcom Square Pegs. 

Jason Edwards

Jason Edwards, Founder and President of ProLogix® Percussion, is a well-established performer, educator, columnist, and innovator. He has performed among such artists as Cake, The Avett Brothers, Lucero, Robert Lockwood Jr., War, Jimmy Thackery, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, and Mary Wilson and the Supremes.

Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!

Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm

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This is an event for trivia fans and anyone who wants to enjoy a fun evening. Each month, questions will be in at least 5 diverse categories, always including some Ohio and Akron Trivia. But as a bonus, each event will have a focus that makes up a larger percent of the questions. These themes include:

September 18: Ohio (and Beyond) Geography

October 16: Animals of Ohio (and the World)

November 20: Picture This!- Identify celebrities, landmarks, logos, etc. from baby pictures, or photo excerpts!

Get to the show early for drinks in The Rialto Living Room - open at 5pm!

Starts at 6:00 PM

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Daisypusher

Miss Dreadful

Shortt Stories

Britney Redpath

Ashley Gulla

Emerging Sounds Showcases are free shows!

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Join Glenn Sonoda and Special Guests every First Friday of the Month for Live Music and Drinks!

**Note the change in Date for the Month of October**

Showtime: 5:00 PM

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Yacobucci 

Camden Yacobucci is an American musician, songwriter, and performer originally from Akron, Ohio, now based in Columbus. Known for his genre-blending sound - fusing rap, alternative pop, and pop-punk; Camden delivers music that reflects both creative versatility and emotional depth. By 17, he was writing and recording original tracks, releasing his debut mixtape Strong Static in 2018. Initially part of his high school’s marching band, Camden soon gravitated toward self-production, experimenting with styles that felt more personal. After graduation, he moved to Brooklyn to study Criminal Justice but remained focused on music, recording in his dorm room and performing at places like Times Square and the Brooklyn Bridge. Realizing music was his true path, Camden left college after one semester and relocated to Los Angeles to pursue it full time. Since then, he’s evolved into a compelling live act, often performing with a full band that amplifies his dynamic stage presence. Now based in Columbus, Camden continues to write and produce the majority of his music, pushing boundaries with every release. His journey is fueled by relentless creativity and a commitment to giving a voice to those who feel unseen. “I always tell people to embrace who they are and love what makes them different. Embrace the weird, that’s what sets us apart. I make music for the outcasts, the ones who never felt like they belonged. We’re one big family."

Jack the Underdog 

Fueled by social justice, pop punk artist/songwriter Jack The Underdog writes music for the misfits of society. Jack understands the battles of feeling unheard, & through the lyrics he writes, he aims to be a voice for the marginalized & misunderstood. Jack began his career writing songs for himself & high school band, Painting Stars, in his hometown of Saint Paul, MN. As his music began to grow, Jack felt led to Nashville, as he continued his music career at Belmont University. Within just a few months in Nashville, Jack & the band were given the opportunity to open for the punk rock group The Story So Far. Jack was formerly a member of the Riot House (@riothousehq), an independent collective of artists that creates original music, mashups, covers, & social media content for the alternative scene. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Jack continues to represent the underdogs, finding ways to bring awareness to important social topics, looking to fill listeners of his music with positivity & a sense of belonging (& comes with a side of sarcasm). In addition to music, Jack also works full-time at a non-profit that works to prevent SV across the state of Tennessee. Jack found success in 2023 with his original song "SAD TODAY" & swemo cover of Taylor Swift's "Back To December". Now, Jack is pushing the boundaries of his sound through his alternative hyper pop punk era.

davvn 

Formed by two kids who grew up on AIM and MySpace, the female-fronted duo davvn are a nostalgic alt-rock group that draws influence from early 2000’s pop punk and modern alternative. After multiple viral TikTok songs (including a new version of 1985 featuring Bowling for Soup) the Nashville-based duo is ready to make waves with their pop/rock anthems.

Doors: 7:00 PM / Showtime: 7:30 PM

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Bring your friends and family to this free Akron Stories Screening at the Rialto Theatre on October 18, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A curated selection of mini-documentary films from the Akron Stories project will be featured, sharing captivating tales from and about the people who made Akron the "Rubber Capital of the World." Don't miss out on this historic opportunity to connect with the community and celebrate the stories that continue to shape and inspire this great community!

Doors: 12:30pm / FIlm Screening: 1:00pm

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Doors: 7:00pm

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WE ARE NOW OFFERING ADVANCED LESSONS AT 6PM!

Join us swing dancing on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month starting at 8pm for $3. For those who do not know how to swing dance, have no fear! For only $5 more, we are offering a one hour basic lesson from 7pm - 8pm so you can learn a few moves before the night begins.

For those more experienced in swing dancing or dancers who are looking for more of a challenge, we are now offering an Advanced Class at 6pm - 7pm for $10. This price will include our Open Dance at 8pm. If attending the Advanced Class at 6pm - 7pm feel free to hang out in The Rialto Living Room grab a drink or a bite to eat until Open Dance at 8pm.

Also, you do not need to bring a dance partner to participate in the lesson, so there are no excuses. This is a great way to get out, meet new people, get a little exercise, and have fun all at the same time!

6pm - 7pm Advanced Swing Lesson by Rachel Itsell & Mike Arteno - ($10)

(Advanced Swing Lesson Admission Includes Open Dance at 8pm)

7-8pm Basic Swing Lesson led by Rachel Itsell & Mike Arteno - ($5)

8pm - Open Dance - ($3)

Basic Lesson + Open Dance - ($8)

Advanced Lesson + Basic Lesson + Open Dancing - ($15)

Doors: 5:30pm

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Join Wylie Green every Fourth Friday as he shares the stage to highlight a local songwriter.
Showtime: 5:00 PM

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Blue Radio

Blue Radio began 65,000,000 years ago in the Cretaceous period when their space ship crashed violently into the earth. The resulting sound gave them the idea for rock and roll music, which they started to slowly perfect over the millennia. They were also inspired by the great taste of dinosaur, but they foolishly hunted and barbecued these magnificent animals to extinction. After millions of years of writing and rehearsing, Blue Radio finally released their debut album, Famous Fellow Losers, in 2019. Unfortunately, while promoting the album, Blue Radio tore a hole in the fabric of this dimension and were sucked into a different reality. Before they were able to return home, they were declared Fugitives of Rock and had to go on the lamb. Eventually, the members had to separate and assume new identities. Their second album, The Good Times, was written after the band's lead guitarist, Sam, fraudulently became president of a tropical island paradise. The Good Times was recorded in secret in 2020 and released in this dimension in 2022. Recent radio activity in this dimension has indicated that Blue Radio may have successfully returned to home. This is, however, unconfirmed.

Id Like To Go Home Now

Join us for a Halloween Party with Live Music from Blue Radio and Id Like To Go Home Now! Come dressed in your best costume for a Costume Contest at the end of the show.

Get to the show the early for Dinner and Drinks in the Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!

Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 8:00pm

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Join us for BOO on The BLVD on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 1pm-3pm featuring:

A Thriller Dance Flash Mob (Want to join? Rehearsals on Kenmore Thriller Facebook page!)

Costume Contest at the Kenmore Branch Library

Trick-or-Treating Fun between 13th and 16th streets (Want to pass out candy in costume or from a trunk? Email ewest@betterkenmore.org)

And... a Haunted The Rialto Theatre you won’t forget!

Mark your calendars & follow us on Facebook for details, Thriller dance practice dates, and all things spooky!

Michelle Hall

Michelle Hall is a songwriter from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She has written songs for over 20 years—both for herself and other artists. She has recently started playing piano and performing her original songs live, realizing the power of expression through the communal sharing of lyrics and music. She has collaborated with Pittsburgh favorites such as John Vento, Shane McLaughlin (of Buffalo Rose), and Kevin McCarthy. Michelle’s songs are in the emotional singer/songwriter genre—with a little country influence—which was the root of her songwriting for the first 15 years.

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The Tender Hearted Rascals present their Annual Halloween Costume Contest Competition with Special Guests A Band Named Ashes! Come for a A Spooktacular Night of Music!

Tender Hearted Rascals

A Band Named Ashes

Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 8:00pm

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These Plagues

A good ol' Deathcore/Doomcore band from Wadsworth Ohio

Death & Exhale

With the power of Deathcore and Djent, Death & Exhale looks to open up pits with brutal hits like "The Sacrifice" and "Venom". Come to a show and see for yourself.

Warmbody

Colonel Hancock and The Junkyard Trio

Get to the show early Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!

Doors: 6:00pm / Showtime: 7:00pm

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Dro Bros

Sammi Butler

Wylie and The Transients

Ge to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!

Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm

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Don Ake is a Christian comedian who delivers truth wrapped in laughter. With a sharp eye for the absurd and a knack for storytelling, he weaves together cultural oddities, spiritual insights, and quirky products into a performance that’s both hilarious and thought-provoking. His humor echoes the sermon you heard last Sunday—just with a few more punchlines.

Expect an evening of joy, reflection, and the kind of jokes they’d never dare tell in Sunday School. Don is a former Baptist with a mic and no filter—bringing faith and comedy together in a way that’s refreshingly bold and deeply entertaining. He is a Kenmore High graduate and is overjoyed to be performing back in his hometown.

Doors: 6:00pm / Showtime: 7:00pm

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Point of No Return Improv was founded in 2002 by Bob Coppedge and Kathleen Walder who once saw an improv show and thought "eh, we could do that." Bob and Kathleen have moved on but Today Point of No Return continues to provide award nominated improv entertainment for the people of the Akron area. Think of PNR as the micro brew to whose line is it anyways brand name. To be clear this is metaphorical beer, Point of No Return doesn't currently make a beer. Rialto does serve actual beers though so in a way we all win.

Doors: 7:00 PM / Showtime: 7:30 PM

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Towers

Towers is a NE Ohio based band whose music incorporates a multitude of styles and textures across the broad scope of the indie sound, bringing fresh energy into existing spaces. The songwriting combines lush melodies, strong hooks, and poignant lyrics that reflect on life's complexities.

St. Thomas Collective

St. Thomas Collective is a folk rock outfit from Northeast Ohio. Tunes made to be played when you want to feel something!

The Cabin Sound

The Cabin Sound is an indie rock band hailing from the hills of Akron, Ohio, known for blending elements of psychedelic, americana, and Rock into a signature sound. Their self‑titled debut album dropped in 2020 with second album Parallel Vibrations releasing in 2024, both showcasing material shaped by the group’s evolving groove.

Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!

Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm

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WE ARE NOW OFFERING ADVANCED LESSONS AT 6PM!

Join us swing dancing on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month starting at 8pm for $3. For those who do not know how to swing dance, have no fear! For only $5 more, we are offering a one hour basic lesson from 7pm - 8pm so you can learn a few moves before the night begins.

For those more experienced in swing dancing or dancers who are looking for more of a challenge, we are now offering an Advanced Class at 6pm - 7pm for $10. This price will include our Open Dance at 8pm. If attending the Advanced Class at 6pm - 7pm feel free to hang out in The Rialto Living Room grab a drink or a bite to eat until Open Dance at 8pm.

Also, you do not need to bring a dance partner to participate in the lesson, so there are no excuses. This is a great way to get out, meet new people, get a little exercise, and have fun all at the same time!

6pm - 7pm Advanced Swing Lesson by Rachel Itsell & Mike Arteno - ($10)

(Advanced Swing Lesson Admission Includes Open Dance at 8pm)

7-8pm Basic Swing Lesson led by Rachel Itsell & Mike Arteno - ($5)

8pm - Open Dance - ($3)

Basic Lesson + Open Dance - ($8)

Advanced Lesson + Basic Lesson + Open Dancing - ($15)

Doors: 5:30pm

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Megan Bee

BIO

Singer-songwriter Megan Bee makes evocative folk-american music with a sense of place. Based in the rolling hills of Athens, Ohio her music is shaped by the collision of Appalachian folk and modern songwriting while her lyrics are largely influenced by her view of the natural world as a former environmental educator.  Over the past ten years she has toured relentlessly via minivan as a self-managed independent musician.  Her live shows are an intimate sharing of personal experiences, observations, stories from the road, nature facts, and light-hearted humor.  Fall 2026 brings the release of her much anticipated fifth full-length album, Fiction.

https://meganbeemusic.com/epk

Caitlin Kraus

Caitlin Kraus is a singer and songwriter living in Athens, OH. Originally from Columbus, OH, Kraus has performed her music solo and with a band over the past decade. Her music is melodic, largely lyric-based, and falls within indie-folk/alternative genres. In 2016, she released a self-titled 7″ on label Keeled Scales and recorded at Estuary Recording, both based in Austin, TX, where she lived for five years. In 2020, Caitlin completed her first full-length album What Rises followed by her second full-length album Gone Beyond in 2023–both out of Peachfork Studios in Pomeroy, OH. When not writing music or performing, Caitlin works as a counselor and music therapist in the mental health field. She strongly believes in the power of music as a vehicle for connecting to oneself, to others, and to the world around us.

Adam Remnant

Adam Remnant is a songwriter, producer, and photographer living in Athens, Ohio. Remnant got his start in music fronting the folk-rock band, Southeast Engine. Garnering critical acclaim from publications such as Paste Magazine, Pitchfork, NPR, American Songwriter, Magnet, Stereogum, PopMatters, and many more, they established a substantial following over the years, releasing five albums and touring across the United States and Canada.

As Southeast Engine wound down, Remnant began plotting his way forward as a solo artist. He assembled a little studio in his basement and earnestly began writing & recording the songs that comprise the 2016 EP, When I Was a Boy, as well as the 2018 LP, Sourwood. Remnant’s signature baritone voice and literary songwriting act as the focal point in the productions spanning between folk, rock, and indie sounds mined from a Midwest basement. 2024 saw the release of more sonically cinematic releases, Sunrise at the Sunset Motel EP and the BIG DOORS LP. The new recordings are performed by Adam Remnant and his working band, consisting of brother, Jesse Remnant, on bass and harmony vocals; Ryan Stolte-Sawa on violin and harmony vocals, and Jon Helm on drums. 

Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!

Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm

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WE ARE NOW OFFERING ADVANCED LESSONS AT 6PM!

Join us swing dancing on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month starting at 8pm for $3. For those who do not know how to swing dance, have no fear! For only $5 more, we are offering a one hour basic lesson from 7pm - 8pm so you can learn a few moves before the night begins.

For those more experienced in swing dancing or dancers who are looking for more of a challenge, we are now offering an Advanced Class at 6pm - 7pm for $10. This price will include our Open Dance at 8pm. If attending the Advanced Class at 6pm - 7pm feel free to hang out in The Rialto Living Room grab a drink or a bite to eat until Open Dance at 8pm.

Also, you do not need to bring a dance partner to participate in the lesson, so there are no excuses. This is a great way to get out, meet new people, get a little exercise, and have fun all at the same time!

6pm - 7pm Advanced Swing Lesson by Rachel Itsell & Mike Arteno - ($10)

(Advanced Swing Lesson Admission Includes Open Dance at 8pm)

7-8pm Basic Swing Lesson led by Rachel Itsell & Mike Arteno - ($5)

8pm - Open Dance - ($3)

Basic Lesson + Open Dance - ($8)

Advanced Lesson + Basic Lesson + Open Dancing - ($15)

Doors: 5:30pm

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Zach & The Bright Lights

troubadour of peace. being the change i wish to see. trying to live from a place of love.

Join us for a Magical Friendsgiving Evening with Zach and The Bright Lights! Special guests will be joining Zach and The Bright Lights on stage for a memorable night of music and friendship!

Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!

Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm

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Superbus

Jack & The Optimists

Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!

Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm

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