Long before nanotechnology and handheld computers, there were miniatures. For centuries people have had a fascination with reproducing objects on a Lilliputian scale. Celebrating the Little Things, an exhibit on view at the Shaker Historical Society through January 27, explores this tradition with a collection of exquisitely detailed dollhouse-sized furniture and accessories made by American and European craftspeople. 216.921.1201; shakerhistory.org

Over at the Cleveland Play House, Hershey Felder channels the genius of George Gershwin in his one-man show, George Gershwin Alone, a 90-minute musical tribute to the great American composer. Felder wrote the script and plays the piano, and his show, which runs January 15–February 3, will have you singing in your seat. (Continental is an official sponsor of Cleveland Play House Square.) 216.795.7000; clevelandplayhouse.com

A talented cast skates its way to a happy ending in Disney’s High School Musical: The Ice Tour (pictured), at Quicken Loans Arena January 12–21. The production fuses songs and dance routines from the original smash hit TV movie and last summer’s sequel, High School Musical 2. It’s an extravaganza of lights, sound, and rousing teen spirit meant for the entire family. 216.420.2200; ticketmaster.com

Since 1992, the New York Jewish Film Festival has been the premier showcase for work by Jewish filmmakers from around the world. Presented by the Jewish Museum and the Film Society of Lincoln Center, this year’s festival takes place January 9–24 and showcases documentaries, features, and short films that illuminate the Jewish experience, including films from Israel, Russia, and Mexico. The program includes three films — two silent and one in Yiddish — made between 1922 and 1931. (Continental is the official airline of Lincoln Center.) 212.423.3200; thejewishmuseum.org

Your offspring don’t have to be legally blonde or wicked to go to Kids Night on Broadway. At this event developed by the League of American Theatres and Producers, anyone age 6 to 18 accompanied by an adult can see a Broadway show for free February 5, 6, 12, and 13. There are early curtain times, and discounts are available for local restaurants and parking. (Continental is the official airline of the League of American Theatres and Producers.) livebroadway.com

Great TV shows never die; they just go off-network On Location Tours takes TV and film buffs to the sites they’ve seen on screen. One pilgrimage takes fans to more than 40 spots used in The Sopranos, including, of course, the Bada Bing. Let’s hope Uncle Junior isn’t driving the bus. Another tour visits Sex and the City hot spots, with tour guides dressed like Carrie. No information on whether Big is that tour’s driver. 212.209.3370; screentours.com

You’ll be knocked off your rocker by Alley Theatre’s musical Love, Janis, about the legendary belter Janis Joplin. The raunchy musical, which runs January 11–February 10, covers the last four years of the Port Arthur, Texas, native’s life, up to her death at age 27, and features thrilling performances of Joplin classics including “Me and Bobby McGee” and “Mercedes Benz.” (Continental is an official sponsor of the Alley Theatre.) 713.220.5700; alleytheatre.org

For a taste of something just as cool, enter 13 Celsius, a new wine bar and gourmet deli in Houston’s Midtown. The pressed-tin ceilings and vintage espresso machine recall 1920s Italy. “It transports you,” says Michael Sammons, partner and proprietor. “You’re not in Houston anymore.” 13celsius.com

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