CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – Whether you’re looking to take in cinematic short films, indie-folk brilliance, or a string-backed Coldplay tribute, there’s plenty to explore across the region. Each week, Anand Harsh of 106.1 The Corner will direct your attention to the music and arts events happening in Charlottesville and surrounding areas that you absolutely can’t miss. These are, at the very minimum, shows you should hit if you’re in the neighborhood—all the way up to cancel-your-plans, call the sitter, and buy your tickets right now.

Anand’s Picks to Click

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• March 4: Rory Scovel @ Jefferson Theater
  Touring the country on his Know Your Enemy Tour, Rory Scovel is without a doubt one of the funniest comedians on the planet. He’s done some of the most adventurous comedy bits on television, and on this run he’ll be talking a lot about parenting. Super relatable, super funny, do not miss Rory Scovel if you love comedy.

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• March 3: Joshua Bell @ The Paramount Theater
  You could make the argument that Joshua Bell is the greatest living American violinist. He’s been a star from a young age, and just keeps getting better. He’s branched out into composing and is such a household name now that he can take risks and really do anything and audiences know that he will deliver.

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• March 2: Billy Idol Should Be Dead @ Alamo Drafthouse
  A feature-length documentary has been made about one of the most iconic members of the punk and new wave scenes. Billy Idol really is that cool, even 50 years on.
• March 7: Donna the Buffalo @ Jefferson Theater
  It’s always a party when Donna the Buffalo comes to town. Don’t miss it.