May 7

Opening Night at the Boston Pops

Boston Symphony Hall
301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston
617 638-9345 Tel | 1-888-266-1200 | www.bso.org

The world's greatest "pops" band begins its 123rd season with an exciting line-up of guest musicians to complement conductor Keith Lockhart and his world-famous band. Kick-off another exciting season with special performing artist Natalie Cole.

May 8-11

Happy Birthday, Dear Alice

Irish Cultural Centre of New England
200 New Boston Drive, Canton
8:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. Sunday Matinee | $15 | $12 for ICC members
www.irishculture.org

The Irish Cultural Centre Drama Group will present this dark comedy by Irish playwright Bernard Farrell on Thurs, Fri & Sat at 8 p.m. On May 11, playgoers are invited to celebrate Mother's Day beforehand with a lovely brunch catered by Kilcommons downstairs at the ICC.  The brunch buffet ($12 per person) will be available beginning at 12 noon with an afternoon performance at 2:00 PM.

May 9-11

Broadway Across America Presents
David Copperfield: An Intimate Evening of Grand Illusions

Opera House
539 Washington Street, Boston
1 866 552-0490 | www.broadwayacrossamerica.com

The greatest illusionist of our time, David Copperfield elevates the art of magic to new heights.

May 13-20

Inroads Ireland's GO SOUTH Tour

$1,700 | Full itinerary here | 1-888-220-7711 | www.InroadsIreland.com

Come along with Inroads Ireland's tours off the beaten track as we travel in small groups (16 or less) on Ireland's back roads. The one week bus tour takes you to southern and western Ireland where you'll experience eons-old tombs, stone circles, Norman towers, and a 14th Century castle. Stay overnight on the Aran Islands, stay in colorful, small towns like Clonakilty and Dingle and support local economies. You'll walk the land and have Ireland forever in your heart.

May 16-June 15

Huntington Theatre Presents: She Loves Me

Boston University Theatre
264 Huntington Ave, Boston
617 266-0800 | www.huntingtontheatre.org

May 16-18

Jesus Christ Superstar

Opera House
539 Washington Street, Boston
1 866 552-0490 | www.broadwayacrossamerica.com

The first masterpiece from the legendary writing team of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber as relevant and as timeless as ever in a magnificent new production. With a score of amazing songs "I Don't Know How To Love Him," "Hosanna," "Everything's Alright," "What's The Buzz," "Superstar," "Heaven On Their Mind" and a stunning visual design, this is truly a superstar for the ages.

May 20

Matt Cunningham Ceili

Canadian American Club
202 Arlington Street, Watertown
7:30 p.m. | $12 | 781 899-0911 | cceboston.org

Comhaltas Celotoiri Eireann presents accordion star Matt Cunningham and his band for a night of great music and ceili dancing.

May 20-27

Inroads Ireland's GO SOUTH Tour

$1,700 | Full itinerary here | 1-888-220-7711 | www.InroadsIreland.com

Come along with Inroads Ireland's tours off the beaten track as we travel in small groups (16 or less) on Ireland's back roads. The one week bus tour takes you to southern and western Ireland where you'll experience eons-old tombs, stone circles, Norman towers, and a 14th Century castle. Stay overnight on the Aran Islands and learn about its people whose sweat and blood brought forth a beautiful, green land in a place of barren, wind-swept rock. You'll walk the land, capture the spirit, and have Ireland forever in your heart.

May 25

Irish Music Concert

Florian Hall
55 Hallet Street, Dorchester
3:00 - 8:00 p.m. | $20.00
781 899-0911 | www.cceboston.org

Top local musicians, including Larry Reynolds and Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann, are holding this benefit concert for the Joyce family. Other bands include Erin's Melody and Andy Healy.

May 29

President Kennedy's Birthday Commemorations

John F. Kennedy Library & Museum
Columbia Point, Dorchester
617-514-1600 | www.jfklibrary.org

As part of the JFK Library's annual remembrance of President Kennedy's birthday, the Profiles in Courage Award is presented by the Kennedy Family.