Oct. 15-Feb. 21: Akron Art Mail at the Akron Art Museum
You can become both the artist and the curator with this new project (free) in conjunction with Akron-Summit County Public Library. Collect and share postcards from local artists or create your own postcard art to be included in a special exhibition next February. 1 S. High St., Akron, 330-376-9185, akronartmuseum.org
Oct. 16-Dec. 4: Sarah Curry: Underestimated at Hedge Gallery
Sarah Curry’s latest collection (free) of pieces hits close to home, inspired by the isolation felt during the pandemic. Her touching portraits, based off of her students who she taught virtually last spring, burst with color against a completely black background to showcase the complex power and vulnerability of being a teenage girl. 1300 W. 78th St. #200, Cleveland, 216-650-4201, hedgeartgallery.com
Oct. 18-Spring 2021: Iconic: Baron Wolman Images of an Era at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
The Rock Hall’s latest exhibit (free with admission) peeks into the photographic archives of Rolling Stones’ first chief photographer Baron Wolman. With personal, intimate shots of rock stars such as Jimi Hendrix and Tina Turner, viewers will get unparalleled insight into the powerful culture of the 1960s. 1100 E. Ninth St., Cleveland, 216-781-7625, rockhall.com
Oct. 23-Nov. 22: Images of Haunted Ohio at Prama Artspace and Gallery
’Tis the season to be spooky, and Prama Artspace and Gallery comes ready to scare. Viewers can wander through the exhibit (free) and see photographs displaying some of the most paranormal, haunted sites in Ohio. From Franklin Castle to The Ohio State Reformatory, you’ll soon find out why Ohio is thought to be the most haunted state in the nation. 5411 Pearl Road, Parma, 216-336-5585, pramaartspace.com
Oct. 30-Nov. 7: Night of the Living Theatre at Blank Canvas Theatre
Live theatre creeps back to life in Cleveland this Halloween for a no-contact, socially distant, multimedia performance in the parking lot of 78th Street Studios ($40 per vehicle). A cast of the spookiest horror characters will perform theater and pop songs backdropped by Blank Canvas Theatre’s infamous lighting and projection designs. Tickets must be purchased in advance and parking is first come, first serve. 1305 W. 78th St., #211, Cleveland, 440-941-0458, blankcanvastheatre.com
Oct. 31: WCSB Lockdown Halloween Maskerade Ball Featuring Apostle Jones at the Beachland Ballroom
Just because there can’t be large gatherings doesn’t mean Halloween is canceled — you can still boogie the night away at WSCB’s entirely virtual MASKerade Ball. Featuring 8 prerecorded musical tapings and a livestream of Apostle Jones from the Beachland Ballroom, partygoers can also drive by Beachland to get their photo taken for a virtual costume contest. 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, 216-383-1124, beachlandballroom.com
Oct. 31-Nov. 1: Dia de Muertos at Cleveland Public Theater
Join Cleveland Public Theater for its 16th annual Day of the Dead celebration (free) of the Mexican and Latin American holiday that honors the memory of ancestors and loved ones. This year’s event will have virtual and in-person programming featuring the traditional altar exhibitions and cemetery installations. 6415 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, 216-631-2727, cptonline.org
Nov. 1-March 14: Second Careers: Two Tributaries in African Art at the Cleveland Museum of Art
There’s no better place to feel the power of art than this exhibit (free with timed ticket) that connects the museum’s existing collection of African objects with the artwork and photographs of six contemporary African artists. Come explore how art of today is inspired by the historical canon and get a contextual understanding of Africa’s past and present. 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, 216-421-7350, clevelandart.org
Nov. 7: BodyTraffics’s Snap & A Trick of Light Presented by DanceCleveland
This virtual performance ($20) highlights the nationally renowned contemporary dance company BodyTraffic and its contemporary hip-hop choreography. Purchase a Gold All Access Pass ($35) to join a Live Zoom Watch Party with its artistic director and the choreographer of “Snap.” dancecleveland.org
Nov. 7: Drag Queen Story Hour at Near West Theatre
Get your glitter on as Veranda L’Ni gathers children and families for an inclusive story time teaching young readers to celebrate diversity. This in-person event (free, registration required) will feature stories, singalongs and dancing in Veranda’s “shimmery living room” complete with a piano, stuffed animals and A Christmas Story leg lamp. 6702 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, 216-961-6391, nearwesttheatre.org
Nov. 12: Ax Plays Mozart at the Cleveland Orchestra
Emanuel Ax is back at Severance Hall to perform pieces by Mozart and Bartok as part of the new In Focus concert program ($34.99 per month) which will be streamed virtually around the world through the Orchestra’s Adella Premium. Join in at 7 p.m. to hear the mix of Mozart’s bright, cheerful piano concerto and Bartok’s biting orchestral divertimento. 1101 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-231-1111, adella.live
Nov. 14: Live from the West Side: Laura Benanti Women of Broadway Series at Playhouse Square
Broadway comes to you this November with the HD livestream of legend Laura Benanti ($30). In between singing some of her favorite showtunes and pop hits, Benanti will share some life stories and answer questions from audience members at home. If you miss it live, catch the performance on-demand the next day. playhousesquare.org
Nov. 19: Oregon Space Trail of Doom at the Grog Shop
Drift through the cosmic soundscape of Oregon Space Trail of Doom while noshing on food and brews from Boss Dog Brewing Co. Masks will be required and the event is for those 21 and up ($20-$60). 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, 216-321-5588, grogshop.gs
Nov. 21: Carlos Jones & Ghani Harris at Music Box Supper Club
Winter may be coming, but get a taste of the warm weather with some reggae tunes from this groovy duo ($15 advance, $20 day of). Guests can also warm up with bowls of house-made chili and New England clam chowder or a round of drinks. Table reservations are required for up to 10 friends. 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, 216-242-1250, musicboxcle.com