j "Seussical (The Musical)" opens tonight at 8 p.m. in Ford Theater, which is in Bliss Hall on the

j "Seussical (The Musical)" opens tonight at 8 p.m. in Ford Theater, which is in Bliss Hall on the Youngstown State University campus. This wondrous show with appeal to children and adults is based on the characters of Dr. Seuss, including that master of mayhem, the Cat in the Hat. Call (330) 941-3105 for tickets and showtimes.
The Youngstown Steelhounds take on the Shreveport-Bossier City Mudbugs in Central Hockey League action at Chevrolet Centre, downtown. Call (866) 443-8849 for tickets.
Lord Carrett (yes, that's his first name) begins a two-night stand at 7:30 p.m. at the Funny Farm in the Holiday Inn Metroplex, Liberty. Unlike some, the comedian, who is a frequent guest on the "Bob & amp; Tom Show," doesn't often descend into vulgarity. Call (330) 759-4242 for more information. k
Here's what's opening tonight on area stages: "Assassins," the musical, 8 p.m., New Castle Playhouse, 202 E. Long Ave., New Castle; (724) 654-3437.
"Hello, Dolly!," the Carnation City Players, 8 p.m., Firehouse Theater, 450 E. Market St., Alliance; (330) 821-8712.
"Much Ado About Nothing," Mount Union College Department of Theatre, 8 p.m., Rodman Playhouse; (330) 821-2565.
"Brundibar," a children's opera that was written in a Nazi prison camp for Jews during World War II, begins a two-night stand at 8 p.m. at Salem Community Theatre, 490 E. State St., Salem; (330) 332-9688.
It's the first annual Beach Night at the Steelhounds game tonight at Chevrolet Centre versus the Shreveport-Bossier City Mudbugs, featuring a swimsuit competition with prizes. Call (330) 747-7825, ext.: 5263 for more information about the contest. For tickets: (866) 443-8849.
Spirit of the Valley Sweet Adelines International, a vocal-harmony chorus, presents their annual show, "Lights, Camera, Action!," at 2 p.m. in Mineral Ridge Auditorium, 1334 Seaborn St., Mineral Ridge; call (330) 427-6032.
j Monster Truck Mania rolls into Chevrolet Centre next Friday and Saturday with a few special attractions, including, among other curiosities, a jet-powered barstool. Call (866) 443-8849 for tickets.
The Povertyneck Hillbillies, Pittsburgh's conquering country music heroes, make a Valley appearance March 4 at The Cellar, 162 S. Bridge St., Struthers. Call (330) 750-0199 for ticket information