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Diehard fans can watch 3-D holograms of Abba performing some of their hits from the ’70s. |
Destinations
THROUGH MARCH 28
LONDON
Abbaworld: The super Swedes who sold 400 million records worldwide are back together and performing live. Well, sort of. At Abbaworld, you can watch three-dimensional holograms of the band performing some of their biggest hits, all in digitally rendered polyester. Even better, the technology allows you to perform on stage alongside hologram Abba. Abbaworld is 30,000 square feet of Abba memorabilia and music devoted to the Swedish quartet who ruled the charts in the 1970s with such hits as “Waterloo’’ and “Dancing Queen.’’ The exhibit showcases all the sparkly costumes, platform boots, and even lets you sit in the helicopter from the cover of the band’s “Arrival’’ album. Other features include interactive Abba quizzes, a re-creation of the band’s studio, and a chance to appear on Abba album covers. The exhibition will eventually tour to Australia and New York. But for diehard fans who need their fix now, tickets are $30 Monday through Friday, and $34 on weekends. Earls Court Exhibition Centre, Warwick Road, www.abbaworld.com BEGINNING MARCH 5
LAS VEGAS
Barry Manilow: The man who writes the songs that make the whole world sing settles into a new Las Vegas venue at Paris Las Vegas for a greatest hits show. It will feature dance routines by director and film choreographer Jeffrey Hornaday, whose credits include “High School Musical,’’ “A Chorus Line,’’ and “Flashdance.’’ We suspect that Manilow won’t be dancing any elaborate routines, but he will be singing his hits for adoring fans. You can bid on front-row seats, or slum it and stick to the premium seats. We promise that “Mandy’’ will sound just as good no matter where you sit. Ticket prices start at $95. www.manilowparis.com
MARCH 10-14
TORONTO
Canadian Music Fest: Toronto gives itself over to bands from across the country ranging from up-and-coming acts to huge headliners. Because names of the less popular bands won’t mean too much to you, I’ll devote this space to acts that may ring a bell, such as Our Lady Peace (remember them?), Daughtry, Ke$ha, Jeff Martin, K-OS, and Hedley. It seems criminal that Canadian national treasures like Loverboy and Bryan Adams are not on the bill, but the festival does allow for an opportunity to learn about new music. An all-access wrist band is available for $60. Over 700 artists are performing in the festival. www.canadianmusicfest.com
MARCH 26- 28
KILLINGTON, VT.
Snoe.Down: While conditions tend to deteriorate at the end of the season, the entertainment at ski areas improves greatly. Case in point: Snoe.Down. The annoying misspelling of the event’s name comes from headliner Moe. If you’re not a fan of Moe’s jam-band qualities - or quirky spelling habits - there are other musical varieties to be heard over the weekend. Most notably, the amazing Sharon Jones and Dap Kings and Assembly of Dust. The weekend-long concerts also include shows by Railroad Earth, the Bridge, and the Heavy Pets. Tickets to the festival are $79. Festival pass and lift ticket packages are also available. www.snoedown.com
PLAN AHEAD
MAY 26-28
IBIZA, SPAIN
International Music Summit: The island best known for hedonistic clubbing hosts the biggest names in dance music. Confirmed to appear so far are Mark Ronson, David Guetta, Annie Mac, Erick Morillo, and Arthur Baker. The artists will speak at a summit, then perform in a closing night party. More names will be announced as the date gets closer. Ibiza Grand Hotel, Paseo de Juan Carlos, www.internationalmusicsum mit.com. CHRISTOPHER MUTHER
Events are sometimes canceled, rescheduled, or sold out; call or check online. Christopher Muther can be reached at muther@globe.com. 
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