April 21
Folk artist Mya Elaine will perform with Seth Yentes and Putnam Smith. Her style has been compared to Ani DiFranco and Fleetwood Mac. FMI check out MyaElaine.com. $7/ 8 p.m./ One Longfellow Square, State and Congress streets, Portland/ (971) 678-5417
April 22
For some serious swing and a big band experience, the USM Jazz Ensemble presents “Swing into Spring” at the Hannaford Lecture Hall. This performance is directed by Douglas Owens and Larry Williams, and presents selections from the likes of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, and others. Tickets required: $15/$10/ 7 p.m./ Abromson Center, Portland campus/ 780-5900
April 23
Camille Bloom will perform at the North Star Cafe, and Denise Dill is opening for her – see Camillebloom.com and Denisedill.com for more information. $6 suggested/ 7 p.m./ 225 Congress St Portland/ 699-2994
April 24
Who is Portland’s funniest professional? You won’t find out yet, but it will be close, because the Comedy Connection’s 15th annual contest will hold its 1st place semi-finals tonight. More information at Mainecomedy.com. $10/ 8 p.m./ 6 Custom House Wharf Portland/ 774-5554
April 25
Lyric Music Theater presents “Aida.” A love triangle from ancient times, this version is taken from Verdi’s original, but with music by Elton John and lyrics by Tim Rice. This performance runs through May 18. $20/ 8 p.m./ 176 Sawyer St., South Portland/ 799-1421
April 26
The Black and White Formal will be held at Verrillo’s Banquet Hall, and sponsored by the USM Dance Team, Portland Events Board and the Student Senate. Music provided by DJ Tony B of Boston. There will be a $100 prize for the best dressed. $15 for USM students, $20 for others. Tickets on sale at the Student Involvement & Activities Center in the Woodbury Campus Center/ 9 p.m. to midnight/ 155 Riverside Street, Portland/ 780-4090
April 27
Check out the USM baseball team action all afternoon, as the Huskies take on UMass Boston in a doubleheader. Games are free for students/ 12 p.m. to 6 p.m./ USM baseball field, Gorham campus/ 780-5431