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Get Out: 'Othello,' 'Urinetown' & Naturalization Ceremonies

See a trio of acclaimed plays this weekend, two of which are a pair of the most acclaimed shows of all time

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Where/When: , 10 a.m. Friday.

Why Go: Celebrate your patriotic pride as you watch dozens of people from around the world take the oath to become American citizens.

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Pricing: Free and open to the public.

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Where/When: , 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday.

Why Go: Head out to Hooley House for its self-proclaimed Most Interesting Patio Party. Sammi Butler will perform.

Pricing: Free. Food and drink for purchase.

3. URINETOWN

Where/When: Rabbit Run Theater, opening night is at 8 p.m. Friday.

Why Go: Described as an uproariously funny musical, it is about corruption, love and revolution in a time when water is worth its weight in gold.

Pricing: $19 for adults, $17 for seniors and students.

4. BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR

Where/When: James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 11 a.m. Saturday.

Why Go: This special two-hour tour takes visitors into rooms in the house not open to the normal public tour. Plus, it’s the Fourth of July weekend. Immerse yourself in some history.

Pricing: $15 per person (minimum age is 16).

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Where/When: James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Why Go: Enjoy Shakespeare in the great outdoors. Othello will be performed on Saturday and Love’s Labour’s Lost will be featured on Sunday.

Pricing: Free.

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