Treat yourself after finals with these local events
The Theory of Relativity
What Theatre presents “The Theory of Relativity,” a musical comedy about human interconnection. Written by Neil Bartram and Brian Hill, the musical expresses stories of joy and heartbreak through a cast of several relatable characters. Tickets can be purchased at the Schine Box Office.
When: Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m.
Where: Schine Underground, Schine Student Center
Cost: $3 with SUID, $5 without
Trevor Noah
For those seeking some comedic relief this weekend, author and comedian Trevor Noah is stopping in Syracuse as part of his current national tour. Noah is the host of the award-winning “The Daily Show” on Comedy Central. Tickets can be purchased online through the Landmark Theatre’s website.
When: Friday at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Landmark Theatre, 362 S. Salina Street Syracuse, NY
Cost: $40 – $85
“Warm syrupy pancakes” will be served at in Schine on Sunday night. Relaxing activities to help de-stress before final exams will also be available.
When: Sunday at 10 p.m.
Where: Schine Dining
Cost: Free for students with a valid SU or SUNY-ESF ID
SantaCon Syracuse
Cuse Crawl’s SantaCon will spread holiday cheer through festivities that support the Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital. Dress in holiday gear and enjoy offerings from local bars. This event is 21 and over.
When: Saturday at 12 p.m.
Where: Armory Square
Cost: $25 without a toy donation, $20 with a toy donation
Orange After Dark Pancake Breakfast Stressbuster
1940s Radio Hour
Check out this blast from the past! The Central New York Playhouse brings audiences back to 1942 through hit songs like “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” and “Strike Up the Band”. Tickets can be purchased online.
When: Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m.
Where: The Central New York Playhouse, 3649 Erie Blvd E Syracuse, NY
Cost: $25 – $28
Holiday Hayrides
Cozy up against winter chills with a visit with Santa and horse drawn wagon rides! Free cookies and hot chocolate will also be provided, courtesy of the Syracuse Parks and Recreation Department.
When: Friday and Saturday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Burnet Park, Coleridge Avenue, Syracuse, NY
Cost: Free
Swingin’ Into the Holidays
What better way to relax right before finals that by listening to jazz music? Syracuse University’s jazz ensembles, Orange Collective and Orange Syndicate, and the Morton Schiff Jazz Ensemble, are holding a holiday concert.
When: Friday from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Shemin Auditorium, Shaffer Art Building
Cost: Free
Holidays in the City
Get into the holiday spirit with a series of activities including outdoor ice skating, a screening of “The Grinch” in Landmark Theatre, caroling and more! Shuttles will be provided to transport attendees from place to place.
When: Friday from 10 a.m. until Saturday at 4 p.m.
Where: Downtown Syracuse
Cost: Free admission
Published on December 7, 2017 at 12:12 am
