Things to Do This Weekend In Cleveland: Nov. 5-8

Thursday, Nov. 5

Brahms’s Requiem at Mandel Concert Hall
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., Cleveland, 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com

Cavs vs. Philadelphia 76ers at Rocket Arena
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 on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. and the Knicks on Friday night at 8 p.m. at Rocket Arena. One Center Court, Cleveland, 216-420-2000, rocketarena.com

Hadestown at Connor Palace
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. Thursday's performance takes place at 7:30 p.m. 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org

N8NOFACE at Mahall’s 20 Lanes
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 Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-3280, mahalls20lanes.com

Private Lives at the Outcalt Theatre
The Cleveland Play House presents this play about mismatched exes find themselves honeymooning with their new spouses on adjacent balconies. Thursday's performance begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Outcalt Theatre, where performances continue through Nov. 22. 1407 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org

Rent at the Allen Theatre
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, this musical about life in New York's East Village comes to the Allen Theatre. Thursday's performance begins at 7:30 p.m., and performances continue through Nov. 8. 1407 Euclid Ave.,  Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org

Sweeney Todd at the Hanna Theatre
Great Lakes Theatre presents its version of the classic play about an English barber who seeks revenge on the judge who framed him. Thursday's performance takes place at 7:30 p.m. at the Hanna Theatre, where performances continue through Nov. 8. 2067 E. 14th St., Cleveland, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org

Friday, Nov. 6

Chico Bean at the Funny Bone
Fast-talking diminutive comedian Chico Bean started his comedy career in Greensboro, North Carolina, and became a founding member of the Freestyle Funny Comedy Show along with fellow cast members B-Daht and Darren Brand. He performs on Friday at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. at the Funny Bone, where he has shows scheduled through Sunday. 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, 216-696-4677, cleveland.funnybone.com

Devotional 2026 at Beachland Ballroom
The annual two-day tribute to the Akron New Wave band returns to the Beachland Tavern. Friday's show begins at 7 p.m., and the festivities continue at 2 p.m. on Saturday. 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, 216-383-1124, beachlandballroom.com

Disney’s The Nightmare Before Christmas at Mandel Concert Hall
The Cleveland Orchestra plays the score to this Tim Burton film about a man who tries to spread cheer in Halloween Town. The event takes place at 7:30 p.m. at Mandel Concert Hall. 11001 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com

Micky Dolenz: 60 Years of the Monkees at Northfield Park Racino
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 Road, Northfield, 330-467-4101, northfieldparkracino.com

MIX: K-Pop Inferno at Cleveland Museum of Art
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., Cleveland, 216-421-7350, clevelandart.org

Anthony Rodia at Hilarities
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 E. Fourth St., Cleveland, 216-241-7425, pickwickandfrolic.com

Twin Peaks: Conversations with the Stars at Kent Stage
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

Saturday, Nov. 7

25th Annual Woodchoppers Ball at Kent Stage
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 at the Treelawn
Local hip-hop and jazz band 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 Road, Cleveland, 216-677-8733, thetreelawn.com

American Two Fifty: A SPACES Benefit Spectacular at SPACES
Work by about 30 different artists will be on display at SPACES on Saturday 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., Cleveland, 216-621-2314, spacesgallery.org

Blue October at the Agora
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., Cleveland, 216-881-2221, agoracleveland.com

Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox at the Goodyear Theatre
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 on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at the Goodyear Theater in Akron. 1201 E. Market St., Akron, 330-659-7118, goodyeartheater.com

Día de Muertos at Cleveland Public Theatre
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. 6415 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, cptonline.org

Brian Lisik & Rachel Roberts at the Rialto Theatre
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 at Akron Civic Theatre
Host of the popular I Beg Your Pardon podcast, Nurse John (John Dela Cruz) bring his standup show to the Akron Civic Theatre on Saturday at 7 p.m. 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 S. Main St., Akron, 330-253-2488, akroncivic.com

The Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Cedar Lee Theatre
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 Saturday's screening that takes place at 10 p.m. at the Cedar Lee Theatre. 2163 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights, 440-528-0355, clevelandcinemas.com

Rocky River Fall Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show at Rocky River Memorial Hall
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 Road, Rocky River, 216-575-9120, avantgardeshows.com

Sunday, Nov. 8

Black Violin at Kent Stage
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 at Mahall’s 20 Lanes
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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