The performing arts series presents the Pittsburgh Philharmonic continuing its “Going Abroad” series at 8 p.m. March 23 in the Succop Theater. The destination for this concert is “Russian Steppes.” Tickets are $18 in advance or $22 at the door; students pay $10. Call 724-284-8505 or visit www.bc3.edu/theater.

Slippery Rock University• The Slam Poetry Club hosts an evening featuring slam poet Anis Mojgani from 7 to 9 p.m. March 26 in the University Union’s Multi-Purpose Room. Admission is free. Slam poetry is a form of writing usually making a comment on modern society and delivered in a performance setting.• Eight young tap dancers will be featured March 30 in a celebration of American youth culture when SRU’s performing arts series offers “Tap Kids” as the final show of the season. Curtain is at 7:30 p.m. in Miller Auditorium. Tickets are $20 for adults; $18 for senior citizens and youths younger than 18; and $8 for SRU students. Call 724-738-2018. There is a $3 ordering fee.

Grove City CollegeGCC hosts “Shades of the Soul,” an art exhibition featuring the works of 2010 Paint America Top 100 Artist Shari Finney from Friday to March 23 in the Pew Fine Arts Center Gallery. An opening reception will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday. The exhibition consists of portraits, drawings and paintings.

Westminster CollegeThe Wright Brass of the U.S. Air Force Band of Flight performs at 2 p.m. March 15 in Orr Auditorium. Admission is free. For more information, call 724-946-7270 or visit www.bandofflight.af.mil.