Michael Franzese Relives Mafia Years At Lorain Palace
Michael Franzese, son of Sonny Franzese, recounts his Mafia past on stage at Lorain Palace Theatre. He describes Omertà as silence, not criminal glory, and recalls dropping out of Hofstra, running schemes including fuel tax fraud, and later a 1994 release turning to a second career with pro sports leagues amid ongoing anti-gambling efforts.
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Michael Franzese to Speak in Lorain on Mafia History Tackles Power
Michael Franzese brings his Mob Story to Lorain Palace Theatre showing his life of crime and the Mafia history in Cleveland and Ohio. The talk covers gambling rings and extortion, with reflections on the era and his complicated public image. He notes relationships with Cleveland figures and emphasizes the corrupting influence of greed.
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Counting Crows frontman Duritz talks bootlegs and tour
Adam Duritz discusses the band’s long arc from the 1993 multiplatinum debut August and Everything After to the 2021 Butter Miracle Suite One. He reflects on bootlegs, long shows, and the HBO documentary about Recovering The Satellites, while previewing a MGM Northfield Park Center Stage date with Dashboard Confessional.
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People Places & Things Helps Cleveland With Sobriety Drama
The Duncan Macmillan play about addiction and recovery runs through July 2 at Kennedy's Cabaret Playhouse Square. It features 10 actors with 34 characters and includes talk-back panels for mental health professionals. Proceeds support mental health services for families.
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Cleveland artists headline Moon Man's Landing and more
Cleveland rapper Kid Cudi returns with Moon Man's Landing at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on August 19 featuring Lil Uzi Vert and others. Ne-Yo brings Champagne & Roses Tour to Blossom Music Center September 13 with Robin Thicke and Mario opening. The Cult marks 40th anniversary with July 12 MGM Northfield Park Center Stage tour start. Jason Bonham resumes Led Zeppelin Evening August 25 at Northfield. Countess Luann de Lesseps appears September 22 at Center Stage cabaret. Ancient Aliens LIVE on November 2 at Center Stage. Additional shows include San Holo October 19 Agora Theatre and Pink Floyd tribute November 18 Agora Theatre. Tickets at multiple outlets.
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