Thursday, July 25
All Time Low at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
All Time Low, which formed some 20 years ago, has gone through numerous lineup changes but still includes founding singer-guitarist Alex Gaskarth. And it's kept active too. Just last year, it released Tell Me I'm Alive, a collection of introspective tunes it wrote during the height of the pandemic. 1100 Rock and Roll Blvd., 216-515-8444, rockhall.com
Mickey Avalon at House of Blues
While his rhymes and flow aren't exactly A- or even C-list, Mickey Avalon knows how to grab your attention with them. His back story is thick with tragedy. At one point, he reportedly became a prostitute to feed his heroin habit. Avalon eventually got clean and launched a music career with his pal Simon Rex, the former MTV VJ, and his self-titled 2006 debut album attracted lots of buzz when it came out. He performs tonight at 7 p.m. at House of Blues. 308 Euclid Ave., 216-523-2583, houseofblues.com
Christmas Ale in July at Great Lakes Brewing Co.
To celebrate the release of a limited supply of Christmas Ale, Great Lakes Brewing Company will host a special Christmas Ale in July party that will include a special pig roast menu and a performance by local blues musician Austin Walkin’ Cane. The event marks the only time that Christmas Ale is available on tap off-season. Bottles, kegs and cans will not be available. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. 2516 Market Ave., 216-771-4404, greatlakesbrewing.com
Cleveland Comedy Fest at Kennedy’s Cabaret
Part of the BorderLight Theatre Festival, this annual event celebrates the talented comedians living and working in Northeast Ohio. Performances take place at 9 p.m. tonight, tomorrow night and Saturday night at Kennedy's Cabaret. 1501 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
Dvořák’s Sixth Symphony at Severance Music Center
Czech conductor Petr Popelka leads the Cleveland Orchestra as it plays Dvořák’s famous symphony. The concert begins tonight at 7 p.m. at Severance Music Center. 11001 Euclid Ave., 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com
Family White Elephants at the Cinematheque
Cleveland-born artist Mary Jo Bole traces her family tree, which includes industrial magnates like the Carnegies and Rockefellers, in this documentary film that screens at 7 p.m. tonight at the Cleveland Institute of Art Cinematheque. The movie also includes photographs, newspaper clippings and interviews with her now deceased mother. Bole will answer audience questions after the screening. 11610 Euclid Ave., 216-421-7450, cia.edu
The Felice Brothers at the Grog Shop
The alt-country group the Felice Brothers play the Grog Shop in Cleveland Heights in support of their new album, Valley of Abandoned Songs, the inaugural release on Conor Oberst’s new record label, Million Stars. The 13-song collection consists of recordings primarily from sessions from the band’s 2019 album, Undress, as well as their most recent release, 2023’s Asylum on the Hill, both of which were captured live in an 1870s church. 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, 216-321-5588, grogshop.gs
Fin Fest at the Greater Cleveland Aquarium
The month-long celebration of sharks and rays at the Greater Cleveland Aquarium features multiple activity pages, scuba diver talks, aquarist shark feedings, daily public stingray feeds, videos, trivia, photo opportunities with the landshark mascot Finn, as well as crafts and experiments with a rotating array of community partners. Attendees who visit the aquarium dressed in shark gear (shirt, shorts, socks, tie, cap or costume) will be entered for a chance to win a shark-and-ray-themed $125 prize pack from the gift shop. The aquarium is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Fin Fest continues through Aug. 6. 2000 Sycamore Street, 216-862-8803, greaterclevelandaquarium.com
Guardians vs. Detroit Tigers at Progressive Field
Last year, the Detroit Tigers resided in the bottom of the AL Central. This year, they've hovered around the .500 mark and are much-improved. They play the Guardians today at 1:40 p.m. at Progressive Field as part of a four-game series. This marks the final game in the series. 2401 Ontario St., 216-420-4487, mlb.com/guardians
Let's Sing Taylor at the Agora Theatre
A live band performs the music of Taylor Swift. The concert begins at 7 p.m. at the Agora Theatre, and you can bet these tickets are easier to come by than ones for Swift's Eras Tour. 5000 Euclid Ave., 216-881-2221, agoracleveland.com
The Man Who Thought He Knew Too Much at the Helen
Wes Anderson meets Hitchcock in this multi award-winning theatrical caper of "accusations, accidents and accents" about a Frenchman living in New York in the 1960s. Part of the BorderLight Theatre Festival, tonight's performance takes place at 9 p.m. at the Helen, where performances take place tomorrow and Saturday. 1407 Euclid Ave, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
MJ at the State Theatre
A talented if controversial performer, the late pop star Michael Jackson was a singular talent. This Tony-winning musical celebrates his musical legacy. Tonight's performance takes place at 7:30 p.m. at the State Theatre, where performances continue through Aug. 11. 1519 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
National Sports Collectors Convention at the I-X Center
The 44th National Sports Collectors Convention continues through Sunday at the I-X center. Consult the venue's website for more details. 1 I-X Center Dr., 216-676-6000, ixcenter.com
Paper Cut at the Westfield Studio Theatre
This acclaimed one-woman show focuses on a secretary who remains in the office after everyone leaves to fantasize about a better life. Part of the BorderLight Theatre Festival, tonight's performance takes place at 6:30 p.m. at Westfield Studio Theatre, where performances take place tomorrow and Saturday. 1501 Euclid Ave., 216-664-6050, playhousesquare.org
Perhaps, Perhaps…Quizás at the Helen
Part of the BorderLight Theatre Festival, this play about a lonely woman's rehearsal for the "right one" won Best Show of the Fringe New Zealand festival. Tonight's performance takes place at 7:30 p.m. at the Helen. 1407 Euclid Ave, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
Pretty Good Comedy Show at Kennedy’s Cabaret
The Snowflake Comedy Club, a local comedy group that aims to bring light to "underrepresented groups," puts on this showcase that's part of the BorderLight Theatre Festival. The show begins at 6:30 p.m. tonight at Kennedy's Cabaret, where performances repeat at the same time tomorrow night and Saturday night. 1501 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
Summer on the Square at Shaker Square
This bi-weekly series of community events takes place every other Thursday throughout the summer on Shaker Square's green space. The family-friendly events will showcase some of Cleveland's finest artists and local businesses. The events are free. 13000 Shaker Blvd., Shaker Heights, shakersquare.com
Friday, July 26
Beck Center Faculty & Staff Visual Arts Exhibition at the Beck Center
This exhibit at the Beck Center presents the artistic work of Beck's visual arts faculty and staff. Many items on display will be available for purchase at Customer Service. Tonight's special reception will take place from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. It's free. The exhibit runs through Aug. 16. 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-2540, beckcenter.org
Cleveland Trade Night at the Winchester Music Tavern
In conjunction with the National Sports Card Convention that's at the I-X Center this weekend, the Winchester in Lakewood is hosting a trade night that'll allow collectors to bring their cards and made deals with other collectors. The event is free. It commences at 8 p.m. 12112 Madison Ave., Lakewood, 216-600-5338, facebook.com/TheWinchesterMusicTavern
Earthquake at Cleveland Funny Bone
Better known by his stage name Earthquake, Nathaniel Martin Stroman has worked as an actor, voice artist and comedian since the 1980s. His jokes tend to steer clear of current events as he talks generally about the trials and tribulations of being in relationships. "I've been investing in women for 40 years and have yet to see a profit," he jokes in one routine. He performs tonight at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. and tomorrow night at 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. at the Cleveland Funny Bone. 1148 Main Ave., 216-696-4677, cleveland.funnybone.com
Dominick Farinacci's "Triad" at the Treelawn
This trio led by Dominick Farinacci, a trumpet player with Cleveland roots, celebrates the release of its new album, Triad, with tonight's show at the Treelawn. The concert begins at 8 p.m. 15335 Waterloo Road, 216-677-8733, thetreelawn.com
Warren Haynes at Jacobs Pavilion
The Gov't Mule singer-guitarist plays a solo show at Jacobs Pavilion. The show features the Warren Haynes Band and the Dreams and Songs Symphonic Experience. It'll include multiple sets, including a symphonic set with a locally sourced orchestra. The concert begins tonight at 7 p.m. 2014 Sycamore St., 216-861-4080, jacobspavilion.com
Inlet Dance Theatre at Cain Park
This regional dance company embraces the philosophy that dance can "serve as a tool to bring about personal growth and development," as it's put in a press release. It performs today and tomorrow at Cain Park in Cleveland Heights. Today's performance is a special kids' matinee that takes place at 1 p.m. Tomorrow's performance takes place at 8 p.m. 14591 Superior Road, Cleveland Heights, 216-371-3000, cainpark.com
Legally Blonde at Near West Theatre
Based on the hit movie and the novel by Amanda Brown, this musical follows Elle Woods as she "shows us the true power of determination and believing in yourself." Near West Theatre presents its version of the play tonight at 7:30 p.m. It runs through Aug. 4. 6702 Detroit Ave., 216-961-6391, nearwesttheatre.org
Messmaker and More at Brothers Lounge
This show at Brothers Lounge celebrates the release of a new mixtape that's all collaborations with local hip-hop artists, including Mighty Misc, the recent posthumous winner of Scene's Best Rapper award. All the featured artists, with, of course, the exception of Mighty Misc, will be on hand. There will be a tribute to Mighty Misc in the set. The show begins at 9 p.m. 11609 Detroit Ave., 216-226-2767, brotherslounge.com
The Mountain Goats at the Agora Theatre
In their early days when they formed in the 1990s, the Mountain Goats produced lo-fi recordings on a cassette deck boombox. They've evolved since then and now tour and record with a full band. Their 2023 album, Jenny from Thebes, shows off just how intricate their recordings have become; the LP includes strings and horns. The indie rock act performs tonight at 7 p.m. at the Agora Theatre. 5000 Euclid Ave., 216-881-2221, agoracleveland.com
The Strike at Beachland Ballroom
This indie pop group's songs have appeared on Dancing With the Stars, America’s Got Talent and To All The Boys I've Loved Before. The group has toured with artists such as Carly Rae Jepsen, Journey, Kelly Clarkson and Cold War Kids. It comes to the Beachland tonight at 8 p.m. 15711 Waterloo Road, 216-383-1124, beachlandballroom.com
Saturday, July 27
The Band Camino at the Agora Theatre
This alternative rock band crafts "guitar-driven anthems punctuated by pop palatability and unfiltered honesty," as it's put in a press release. The group's tour in support of its new EP, Bruises, comes to the Agora Theatre. 5000 Euclid Ave., 216-881-2221, agoracleveland.com
The Big Bounce America 2024 Tour at Victory Park
The Big Bounce America Tour that comes to Victory Park in North Ridgeville today and tomorrow purports to be the biggest touring inflatable event in the world and includes seven massive inflatable attractions, including the newly expanded 24,000 square foot bounce house and a brand-new deep sea foam party inflatable. 777 Victory Lane, North Ridgeville, thebigbounceamerica.com.
Henry Cho — From Here to There Tour 2024 at TempleLive at the Cleveland Masonic
The first Asian-American invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry, this Tennessee-born comedian performs tonight at 8:30 p.m. at TempleLive at the Cleveland Masonic. His career blossomed in the '80s and '90s thanks to exposure in television and film. 3615 Euclid Ave., 216-881-6350, masoniccleveland.com
Cleveland Brick Convention at Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds
LEGO artists from throughout Northeast Ohio will display some of their best LEGO creations at this event that takes place at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds today and tomorrow. LEGO displays by local LEGO artists include cities, trains, robots, and mosaics. The event supports Creations for Charity, an organization that buys new LEGO sets for underprivileged children around the world during the holidays. Two sessions take place daily from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. 19201 East Bagley Road, Middleburg Heights, 440- 243-0090, brickconvention.com/cleveland
DANCECleveland's Northeast Ohio Student Showcase at the Allen Theatre
Student dancers will perform at this special showcase hosted by DANCECleveland at the Allen Theatre. The concert begins at 3 p.m. 1407 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
Mike Dillon & Punkadelic at the Grog Shop
Mike Dillon, a road warrior who's also a member of Les Claypool's Bastard Jazz and Rickie Lee Jones' band and prior to the pandemic would typically perform over 250 shows a year—will lead Punkadelick, featuring keyboardist Brian Haas and drummer Nikki Glaspie, for this show. The show begins at 8:30 p.m. at the Grog Shop in Cleveland Heights. 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, 216-321-5588, grogshop.gs
Lords of the Land IV: International Hip Hop & Street Dance Tournament at Severance Music Center
This annual event brings together renowned dancers and creators from around the continent with the local Cleveland dance community. It begins at 3 p.m. at the Grand Foyer at Severance. 11001 Euclid Ave., 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com
Lyle Lovett & His Large Band at the Goodyear Theater
The veteran singer-songwriter bring his large band that plays a bit of everything, including gospel, country, rock and pop, to the Goodyear Theater in Akron. Tonight's show takes place at 7:30 p.m. 1201 East Market St., Akron, 330-659-7118, goodyeartheater.com
ODC/Dance at the Allen Theatre
DANCECleveland presents this program featuring San Francisco-based ODC/Dance, a group that started in Oberlin before taking its talents to the West Coast in 1976. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Allen Theatre. 1407 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
Rise 4 Redemption Festival at the Beachland Ballroom
Local rapper Colicchie headlines this festival that aims to call attention to Project White Butterfly, a nonprofit devoted to helping curb addiction. Whitney Peyton, 2 Fluent, LUV, FlexPackFace and State Baby Chris will also perform. It all begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Beachland Ballroom. 15711 Waterloo Road, 216-383-1124, beachlandballroom.com
Sancho & Me — For One Night Only at the Westfield Studio Theatre
In this interactive performance with live music, British actor Paterson Joseph and co-creator/musical director Ben Park capture the life of Charles Ignatius Sancho, who was born on a slave ship on the Atlantic Ocean in 1729, Sancho became the first man of African Heritage to vote in Britain. The performance takes place at 7:45 p.m. tonight at the Westfield Studio Theatre. The play is part of the BorderLight Theatre Festival. 1501 Euclid Ave., 216-664-6050, playhousesquare.org
Shostakovich's Fifth Symphony at Blossom
Conductor Hannu Lintu pairs Shostakovich's Fifth Symphony with a tone poem by Sibelius and Walton’s Cello Concerto. The concert begins tonight at 7 p.m. at Blossom. 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com
Sleater-Kinney at the Rock Hall
Sleater-Kinney cut its latest album, Little Rope, after singer-guitarist Carrie Brownstein learned that her mother and stepfather were killed in a tragic car accident. As a result, the music is emotionally charged, even for a band known for making emotionally charged music. The Riot Grrrl act performs at 8 p.m. at the Rock Hall. 1100 Rock and Roll Blvd., 216-515-8444, rockhall.com
Sunday, July 28
311: Unity Tour at Jacobs Pavilion
AWOLNATION and Neon Trees open for 311 as the group brings its Unity Tour to Jacobs Pavilion. Founded in the late '80s in Omaha, NE, of all places, 311 draws from rock, pop and hip-hop. Its sound quickly caught on with skate punks and surfers alike, and it continues to draw that crowd to its live shows. The concert begins at 5:30 p.m. 2014 Sycamore St., 216-861-4080, jacobspavilion.com
Grand Piano Playoff at the Hanna Theatre
Sixteen pianists in town to compete in the 2024 International Piano Competition will team up to play popular tunes at this competition that takes place at 6 p.m. at the Hanna Theatre. 2067 East 14th St., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
Jerry Harrison and Adrian Belew: Remain in Light at the Agora Theatre
Jerry Harrison and Adrian Belew recreate the 1980 Talking Heads' album Remain in Light for this special show that takes place tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the Agora Theatre. Backed by the jam band Cool, Cool, Cool, the show should bring the Afro-pop tunes on Remain in Light to life. 5000 Euclid Ave., 216-881-2221, agoracleveland.com
Hobo Johnson & the Lovemakers at House of Blues
This half Azorean Portuguese, quarter Mexican and Native American vocalist has built his grassroots following via viral homegrown style videos that show off his sharp sense of humor. The clever wordsmith who delivers witty, Beck-like jams performs tonight at 7 p.m. at House of Blues. 308 Euclid Ave., 216-523-2583, houseofblues.com
Jokes on You at Hilarities 4th Street Theatre
Inspired by crowd work clinicians like Dave Attell, Ian Bagg, and Big Jay Oakerson, Jokes On You makes the audience the center of the show by "pushing comics to avoid prepared material or written jokes and instead focus on organic interaction with the audience," as it's put in a press release about this event, which takes place tonight at 7 p.m. at Hilarities. John Bruton and Jimmie Graham host the event. Last Sunday of every month. 2035 East Fourth St., 216-241-7425, pickwickandfrolic.com
Journey Worlds Apart Book Signing and Talk
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's Jason Hanley will lead this discussion with author Nick DeRiso and photographer Monique Larroux as they discuss their new book about the classic rock group Journey. The event begins at 1 p.m. at Blue Arrow Records. 16001 Waterloo Road, 216-486-2415, bluearrowrecords.com
Totally Tubular Festival at Blossom
This '80s concert features synth pop acts from that time period, including Thomas Dolby, Thompson Twins' Tom Bailey, Modern English and Men Without Hats. It begins at 6 p.m. at Blossom. 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, livenation.com
Wilderado at Mahall’s 20 Lanes
This indie rock brings its tour in support of its second full-length studio LP, Talker, to the Roxy at Mahall's 20 Lanes in Lakewood. The LP was produced by Chad Copelin (Sufjan Stevens, SYML) and James McAlister (Gracie Abrams, the National). The show starts at 7 p.m. 13200 Madison Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-3280, mahalls20lanes.com
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