Our weekly picks of the best things to do in Cleveland this weekend. Also check out our full Cleveland event calendar.
THU 11/05
Brahms’s Requiem
Petr Popelka leads the Cleveland Orchestra and the Cleveland Orchestra Chorus as it plays Ein deutsches Requiem, a piece Brahms wrote about the passing of his mother. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at Mandel Concert Hall, where performances continue through Sunday.
11001 Euclid Ave., 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com.
Cavs vs. Philadelphia 76ers
The Cavs have a tough weekend as they take on the Philadelphia 76ers, who picked up NBA great LeBron James in the off-season, and former champs the New York Knicks. They’ll play the 76ers tonight at 7:30 and the Knicks tomorrow night at 8 at Rocket Arena.
One Center Court, 216-420-2000, rocketarena.com.
Hadestown
Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards, including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy award for Best Musical Theater Album, Hadestown comes to the Connor Palace for a run that continues through Sunday. Tonight’s performance takes place at 7:30.
1519 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org.,
N8NOFACE
The synth-punk/darkwave artist out of Tucson brings the tour in support of his new album, Tomorrow’s World, which features collaborators like Hudson Mohawke, Angélica Garcia and Nick Zinner, to Mahall’s 20 Lanes in Lakewood. Ho99o9 and Slay Squad share the bill.
13200 Madison Avenue, Lakewood, 216-521-3280, mahalls20lanes.com.
Private Lives
The Cleveland Play House presents this play about mismatched exes find themselves honeymooning with their new spouses on adjacent balconies. Tonight’s performance begins at 7:30 at the Outcalt Theatre, where performances continue through November 22.
1407 Euclid Ave, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org.
Rent
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, this musical about life in New York’s East Village comes to the Allen Theatre. Tonight’s performance begins at 7:30, and performances continue through Nove. 8.
1407 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org.
Sweeney Todd
Great Lakes Theatre presents its version of the classic play about an English barber who seeks revenge on the judge who framed him. Tonight’s performance takes place at 7:30 at the Hanna Theatre, where performances continue through Nov. 8.
2067 East 14th St., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org.
FRI 11/06
Chico Bean
Fast-talking diminutive comedian Chico Bean started his comedy career in Greensboro, NC, and became a founding member of the Freestyle Funny Comedy Show along with fellow cast members B-Daht and Darren Brand. He performs tonight at 7 and 9:30 at the Funny Bone, where he has shows scheduled through Sunday.
1148 Main Ave., 216-696-4677, cleveland.funnybone.com.
Devotional 2026
The annual two-day tribute to the Akron New Wave band returns to the Beachland Tavern. Tonight’s show begins at 7, and the festivities continue at 2 p.m. tomorrow.
15711 Waterloo Rd., 216-383-1124, beachlandballroom.com.
Disney’s The Nightmare Before Christmas
The Cleveland Orchestra plays the score to this Tim Burton film about a boy who tries to spread cheer in Halloween Town. The event takes place at 7:30 p.m. at Mandel Concert Hall.
11001 Euclid Ave., 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com.
Micky Dolenz: 60 Years of the Monkees
Micky Dolenz celebrates 60 years of making music as a member of the Monkees, the band that became popular in the 1960s thanks to the TV show that featured its music. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Northfield Park Racino.
10705 Northfield Rd., Northfield, 330-467-4101, northfieldparkracino.com.
MIX: K-Pop Inferno
Inspired by the art museum’s newest special exhibition, Ten Kings of Hell: The Afterlife in Medieval Korea, an exhibit that explores how medieval Koreans envisioned the afterlife, Cleveland Museum of Art’s monthly MIX party will feature performances by DJ Moobek and DJ Hwarang. The event begins at 6 p.m.
11150 East Blvd., 216-421-7350, clevelandart.org.
Anthony Rodia
Perhaps best known for his weekly Road Rage Wednesday posts as Uncle Vinny, a racist and sexist character he created, comedian Anthony Rodia became a social media sensation before successfully venturing into the world of standup. Rodia performs at 7 p.m. at Hilarities, where he has shows scheduled through Sunday.
2035 East Fourth St., 216-241-7425, pickwickandfrolic.com.
Twin Peaks: Conversations with the Stars
Several of the stars from the American drama television series created by Mark Frost and David Lynch will be on hand for this special event that takes place at the Kent Stage. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
175 E. Main St., Kent, 330-677-5005, kentstage.org.
SAT 11/07
25th Annual Woodchoppers Ball
The annual acoustic guitar showcase returns to the Kent Stage. The show begins at 7 p.m.
175 E. Main St., Kent, 330-677-5005, kentstage.org.
5th Annual Rock Solid Gala
Local rapper Black Voltron headlines the annual benefit for Cleveland Rocks: Past, Present & Future, the local non-profit that aims to nurture Cleveland’s vibrant rock scene. The event takes place at 6 p.m. at the Treelawn.
15335 Waterloo Rd, 216-677-8733, thetreelawn.com.
American Two Fifty: A SPACES Benefit Spectacular
Work by about 30 different artists will be on display at SPACES today as part of the gallery’s annual benefit event. The themes will touch on American history, politics and identity. The event takes place from 6 to 11 p.m.
2900 Detroit Ave., 216-621-2314, spacesgallery.org.
Blue October
Led by Justin Furstenfeld, a sensitive singer-songwriter if there ever were one, this Houston-based indie rock band brings returns to the Agora. The tour celebrates the 20th anniversary of the group’s breakthrough album, Foiled, which yielded hits such as “Hate Me” and “Into the Ocean.” Doors open at 7 p.m.
5000 Euclid Ave., 216-881-2221, agoracleveland.com.
Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox
A self-described “throwback carnival” that has toured the world on the popularity of its music videos that have given the band huge followings on YouTube and Facebook, Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox offers a range of clever covers, including a woozy take on “All About That Bass” and a particularly soulful rendition of Beyonce’s “Halo.” The group performs tonight at 7:30 at the Goodyear Theater in Akron.
1201 East Market St., Akron, 330-659-7118, goodyeartheater.com.
Día de Muertos
This annual cultural celebration that takes place at Cleveland Public Theatre honors the memory of those who have passed and is a treasured holiday in Mexico and throughout Latin America. This year’s activities include indoor and outdoor altar and cemetery presentations as well as a colorful parade. It all starts at 11 a.m., Free.
6415 Detroit Ave., cptonline.org.
Brian Lisik & Rachel Roberts
Akron, Ohio-based singer-songwriter Brian Lisik celebrate the release of his new album, The Slovak Club, with this special show that takes place at 5 p.m. at the Rialto Theatre in Akron.
1000 Kenmore Blvd., Akron, 234-525-1956, rialtotheatre.com.
Nurse John
Host of the popular I Beg Your Pardon podcast, Nurse John (John Dela Cruz) bring his standup show to the Akron Civic Theatre tonight at 7. Since Dela Cruz is a nurse by profession, expect to hear stories about what it’s like to work in the healthcare industry these days.
182 South Main St., Akron, 330-253-2488, akroncivic.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 10 p.m. at the Cedar Lee Theatre.
2163 Lee Rd., Cleveland Heights, 440-528-0355, clevelandcinemas.com.
Rocky River Fall Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show
A variety of vendors selling handmade goods will be on hand for this annual event that takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Rocky River Memorial Hall.
21016 Hilliard Rd., Rocky River, 216-575-9120, avantgardeshows.com.
SUN 11/08
Black Violin
Black Violin members Kev Marcus and Wil Baptiste met in orchestra class at Dillard High School in Fort Lauderdale. They later went on to win Showtime at the Apollo in 2005. The group brings its Be Free Tour to the Kent Stage. Doors are at 6 p.m.
175 E. Main St., Kent, 330-677-5005, kentstage.org.
Waterparks
The group brings its tour in support of its new album, Jinx, a mix of pop-punk, alternative and experimental pop, to Mahall’s 20 Lanes in Lakewood.
13200 Madison Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-3280, mahalls20lanes.com.
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