Who knew concrete could be the foundation for a comedy? Cinestudio presents The History of Concrete (2026, NR), an offbeat documentary from John Wilson, creator of HBO’s How To with John Wilson. Armed with lessons from a Hallmark movie writing workshop, Wilson attempts to turn the world’s most ordinary building material into a cinematic hit, only to find that filmmaking is a lot less straightforward than pouring a sidewalk.

The Bushnell goes to the dogs in the best possible way when Chris Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience bounds onto the stage. Featuring rescue dogs and world-class canine athletes, this family-friendly show is packed with jaw-dropping jumps, comedy, tricks, and high-flying stunts that will have animal lovers of all ages cheering from start to finish.

Cinestudio’s Samurai Sundays: Remembering Tatsuya Nakadai presents Akira Kurosawa’s Sanjuro (1962, NR), starring Toshiro Mifune as a sharp-witted swordsman who helps nine inexperienced samurai navigate a dangerous political conspiracy. Nakadai plays his formidable rival in this classic that balances swordplay, suspense, and surprisingly sharp humor.

The Connecticut Symphony Orchestra brings together Florence Price’s Ethiopia’s Shadow in America, Ulysses Kay’s bold Concerto for Orchestra, and Tchaikovsky’s emotionally charged Symphony No. 6, “Pathétique” for an afternoon of music that moves from resilience and triumph to heartbreak and reflection.

Celebrate Diwali at Cinestudio with Jalsaghar (The Music Room, 1958, NR), Satyajit Ray’s acclaimed drama about a fading aristocrat who continues hosting lavish musical performances despite his dwindling fortune. Rich in Indian classical music, this cinematic masterpiece explores pride, privilege, and the passage of time.

Betty Boop steps out of the cartoons and into the spotlight in BOOP! The Musical at The Bushnell. The iconic red-dressed heroine leaves her black-and-white world behind for modern-day New York City, where a colorful adventure filled with romance, comedy, and plenty of “boop-oop-a-doop” awaits.

Mixing elements of blues, pop, reggae, and everything in between guitarist Nichi-Ji delivers a little something for everyone to enjoy.

Hartford.com’s Audio Feed is a free lunchtime music series bringing live music to the State House Square Food Court every Tuesday and Wednesday from 12–1 p.m., October through December. The series is made possible through a grant from The Ensworth Foundation. View Full Lineup.