THU 05/01
Dehd
Up-and-coming indie rockers Dehd comes to the Roxy at Mahall’s 20 Lanes in Lakewood in support of their fifth album, Poetry. The album commences with the rollicking, Velvet Underground-inspired “Dog Days and shows off the group’s musical evolution. The concert begins at 7 p.m., and SWEAT FM and Merlin Brando open.
13200 Madison Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-3280, mahalls20lanes.com.
Alyssa Edwards
The winner of Rupaul’s Drag Race Global All Stars takes her tour, appropriately called Crowned, to the Agora tonight. Edwards began competing some 15 years ago and won all kinds of accolades before taking first-place in last year’s Global All-Stars. Edwards performs at 8.
5000 Euclid Ave., 216-881-2221, agoracleveland.com.
Fiddler on the Roof
Set in the Ukranian village of Anatevha, Fiddler on the Roof centers on Tevye, a poor milkman who struggles to support five unmarried daughters and a wife. His family troubles, however, become insignificant when the ruling regime turns against the Jews of Anatevka. The classic play comes to the Allen Theatre. Tonight’s performance takes place at 7:30, and the play runs through May 25.
1407 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org.
Giovannie and the Hired Guns
Almost entirely through word of mouth and without the help of a label, these guys were recently named one of Amazon Music’s Artists to Watch. Their breakout single, “Ramon Ayala,” possesses a distinctive hard rock swagger. The group performs at 7 p.m. at Mahall’s 20 Lanes in Lakewood.
13200 Madison Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-3280, mahalls20lanes.com.
Guardians vs. Minnesota Twins
The Guardians wrap up a four-game series against the Minnesota Twins, a division rival that’s gotten off to a slow start, with today’s day game at Progressive Field. First pitch is at 1:10 p.m.
2401 Ontario St., 216-420-4487, mlb.com/guardians.
Healing Horizons Opening Reception
A Painting and Drawing junior at the Cleveland Institute of Art, Audrey Magdics documents her “healing journey” that took place in the wake of her father’s illness. Her new exhibit, Healing Horizons, celebrates its opening at in University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center’s Trudy Wiesenberger Gallery (Annex) with today’s reception that commences at 4 p.m. and runs until 6 p.m. The exhibit will remain on view until July 6.
11100 Euclid Ave. Cleveland, OH 44106, 216-256-7018, uhospitals.org.
Max Johnson Trio
This jazz trio inspired by the likes of Charles Mingus, Mal Waldron and Theonolius Monk performs tonight at 8 at the Bop Stop. The show supports the group’s new album, I’ll See You Again.
2920 Detroit Ave., 216-771-6551, themusicsettlement.org.
Noises Off
The award-winning farce comes to the Hanna Theatre in the Great Lakes Theater’s production of the play. Tonight’s performance takes place at 7:30 at the Hanna Theatre, where performances continue through May 18.
2067 East 14th St., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org.
Shucked
The Tony-winning comedy musical about corn comes to Connor Palace for an extended run. Tonight’s performance takes place at 7:30, and the musical runs through May 11.
1615 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org.
Sofia Talvik
This singer-songwriter who grew up in Sweden has drawn comparisons to Joni Mitchell, Judy Collins and Buffy Sainte-Marie . She performs tonight at 7:30 at the Treelawn.
15335 Waterloo Rd, 216-677-8733, thetreelawn.com.
FRI 05/02
Jon Anderson and the Band Geeks
The former Yes singer brings his new band to the Agora. The tour supports the band’s new album, Jon Anderson and The Band Geeks Live — Perpetual Change, which finds the group revisiting Yes tunes such as “Yours Is No Disgrace” and “Starship Trooper.” Doors open at 7 p.m.
5000 Euclid Ave., 216-881-2221, agoracleveland.com.
Between the Lines
This play explores the story of an outsider in a new town and a new school as its central character, Delilah, “seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book, where she feels heard and understood by the handsome Prince Oliver.” But, as the lines between fantasy and reality begin to blur in both extraordinary and astonishing ways, Delilah discovers how to “find her place in the real world while keeping her dreams alive.” Tonight’s youth theater performance takes place at 7:30 at Beck Center for the Arts, where performances continue through May 11.
17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-2540, beckcenter.org.
How We Feel
The local rock act How We Feel christens the new concert club Globe Iron with this inaugural show at the venue. The concert begins at 6:30 p.m., and A Sense of Purpose, Ghostatic and Erasing Never open.
2320 Center St., globeironcle.com.
Joshua Jesty Release Party
The local singer-songwriter celebrates the first of two new releases with tonight’s show at the Five O’Clock Lounge in Lakewood. The gig begins at 9 p.m., and Jesty celebrates the release of his second album with tomorrow’s show at the Treelawn. That concert will begin at 8 p.m.
11904 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, 216-521-4906.
Magdalena Bay
The indie duo comes to House of Blues tonight as part of a tour in support of its new album, Imaginal Disk. A concept album, Imaginal Disk, offers a rich sonic tapestry of soulful vocals and synth-pop sounds. The show starts at 7.
308 Euclid Ave., 216-523-2583, houseofblues.com.
Monsters vs. Laval Rocket
After winning their first round series against the Toronto Marlies, the Monsters enter the second round of the playoffs with a series against the Quebec-based Laval Rocket. The two teams face off tonight at 7 at Rocket Arena. The series will then shift to Laval for the remaining games.
One Center Court, 216-420-2000, rocketarena.com.
MIX: Amplify
The Cleveland Museum of Art’s monthly event will feature performances by DJ Andre Leone, LingYun Rising Star Gymnastics Dance School, Stellar Acrobatic Dance Academy, DJ PikaChieu and DJ Sobe. It begins at 6 p.m.
11150 East Blvd., 216-421-7350, clevelandart.org.
Nada Surf
The terrific indie rock act comes to the Grog Shop in Cleveland Heights in support of its new album, Moon Mirror. The LP represents Nada Surf’s first album in four years and marks the 30th anniversary of its debut single, “The Plan”/“Telescope.” It features more meticulously crafted power-pop tunes. The show begins at 8 p.m.
2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, 216-321-5588, grogshop.gs.
Kevin Nealon
A former star on Saturday Night Live, comedian Kevin Nealon created some of the shows more memorable characters. He was responsible for the Subliminal Man and played one half of Hans and Frans. Unlike many comics, Nealon doesn’t scream and shout. Rather, he takes a subtler approach, spinning narrative stories about things like the assumption that he smokes pot — he says he doesn’t. He performs tonight at 6:30 and 9:15 at Hilarities, where he has shows scheduled through Sunday.
2035 East Fourth St., 216-241-7425, pickwickandfrolic.com.
Simply Sinatra
Steve Lippia joins the Cleveland Pops Orchestra for this tribute to singer Frank Sinatra, who had a 60-year career. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at Mandel Concert Hall.
11001 Euclid Ave., 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com.
Under a Baseball Sky
José Cruz González, the author of American Mariachi, wrote this new play about baseball’s deep roots in the Mexican American community. Tonight’s performance of the play takes place at 7:30 at the Beck Center for the Arts in Lakewood. It runs through May 4.
17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-2540, beckcenter.org.
SAT 05/03
Family Theater Day
This day-long event at Playhouse Square will feature live performances as well as dance and music storytelling workshops, face painting, crafts, balloon artists, special play sessions with the Children’s Museum of Cleveland, live music, puppetry and Dino-ROAR appearances. Check the Playhouse Square website for a complete schedule.
playhousesquare.org.
The Robert Lockwood Jr. 110th Heavenly Birthday Celebration
Local blues acts such as Gene Schwartz & the G-Force, D.C. Carnes, Wallace Coleman, Charlie Christopherson and Austin Walkin Cane perform at this tribute to the late bluesman Robert Lockwood Jr., who would’ve been 110. The event takes place at 4:30 at the Treelawn Music Hall.
15335 Waterloo Rd, 216-677-8733, thetreelawn.com.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
The Rocky Horror Picture Show, the 1975 film that still draws an exuberant, costumed crowd that likes to throw rice and dry toast and sing along to the songs in the movie, still draws big crowds to local showings. Expect a throng to show up for tonight’s screening that takes place at 9:30 p.m. at the Cedar Lee Theatre in Cleveland Heights. Tickets cost $12.
2163 Lee Rd., Cleveland Heights, 440-528-0355, clevelandcinemas.com.
The Spook Who Sat by the Door
This 1973 adaptation of Sam Greenlee’s novel about resistance and militancy centers on a Black man who’s recruited into the CIA’s espionage program. Disillusioned by the program, he organizes a revolution in Chicago. Director Ivan Dixon’s daughter Nomathandé Dixon, Aseelah Shareef from Karamu House, and filmmaker Robert Banks will join a post-screening discussion after the movie shows at 6:30 p.m. at the Cleveland Institute of Cinematheque.
11610 Euclid Ave., 216-421-7450, cia.edu.
Uplift
This fundraising event that benefits Laura’s Home Women’s Crisis Center in Cleveland will feature original artwork donated by contemporary artists associated with Cleveland Institute of Art, including students, alumni, faculty and staff. The fundraiser will showcase two-dimensional and three-dimensional drawings, paintings, prints and sculptures, ranging from abstract to figurative. It starts at 4:30 p.m. at SPACES.
2900 Detroit Ave., 216-621-2314, spacesgallery.org.
SUN 05/04
Durand Bernarr
Since the debut of his self-titled album, DUR&, in 2020, Durand Bernarr’s popularity has soared. He showcased his versatile persona and style in his music video for the soulful, Sade-like “Company,” and he also headlined the 2022 NYC PrideFest that included a live broadcast of his performance of “Stuck.” He brings his You Gon’ Grow, Too! Tour to House of Blues. The show begins at 7 p.m.
308 Euclid Ave., 216-523-2583, houseofblues.com.
Cavs vs. Indiana Pacers
After rolling over the Miami Heat in the first round of the NBA playoffs, the Cavs will undoubtedly hope to keep the momentum going as they take on the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference semi-finals today at Rocket Arena. The Pacers matched up well against the Cavs during the regular season and should be a tough opponent.
One Center Court, 216-420-2000, rocketarena.com.
Israel @ 77: Five For Fighting With String Quartet
Five for Fighting’s John Ondrasik comes to the Goodyear Theater in Akron with a string quartet. Expect to hear tracks from the rock band’s six studio albums, including 2000s America Town, which went platinum. The show begins at 7 p.m.
1201 East Market St., Akron, 330-659-7118, goodyeartheater.com.
Jesse Jukebox Family Show and Album Release Party!
Local singer-songwriter Jesse Jukebox and his pal DJ Terkey Sandwich play the Grog Shop in Cleveland Heights today in support of a new kids album, Jesse Jukebox Sells Out. The gig begins at the family friendly time of 10 a.m.
2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, 216-321-5588, grogshop.gs.
Magpie
This local duo that formed in Kent in the 1970s plays a special show at Kent Stage to commemorate the killings that took place at Kent State in 1970. Their set will feature anti-war songs from the late 1960s, and special guest Rolly Brown, who witnessed the shootings, will join the band on guitar. The show starts at 6 p.m.
175 E. Main St., Kent, 330-677-5005, kentstage.org.
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This article appears in Apr 10-23, 2025.
