An Evening with David Sedaris at Playhouse Square
After the kids have thundered over the turf in a mad frenzy for Easter eggs, where can the adults go for some smart humor and reflection but Playhouse Square? David Sedaris visits the KeyBank State Theatre on Monday evening. Author of his latest collection of essays, The Best of Me as well as The Washington Post-praised Calypso, Sedaris holds down his own genre as a satirist with a misanthropic albeit analytical perception of life. $29.50-$59.50, April 18, 7:30 p.m., 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-241-6000, tickets.playhousesquare.org
Cleveland Guardians v. San Francisco Giants at Progressive Field
Baseball is back! Don’t miss a chance to be a part of Opening Day in Cleveland this Friday and cheer on the home team in some brand-new Guardians gear. If you can’t make the Friday night game, the Giants are hanging around to be defeated two more times, on Saturday at 6:10 p.m. and Sunday at 1:40 p.m. $39-$104, April 16, 7:10 p.m., 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland, 216-420-4487, mlb.com
Easter Monday Egg Roll at James A. Garfield National Historic Site
Cruise 25 miles east of Cleveland and take part in an American tradition on the lawn of President James A. Garfield’s Mentor home. Inspired by the Easter Egg Rolls held on the White House’s South Lawn since 1878, this local event promises kid-friendly activities aplenty, including a chance to meet First Lady Lucretia Garfield, the Lake County Captains’ mascot, Skipper, and the Easter Bunny. Please note this event is weather permitting. Free, April 18, 1-3 p.m., 8095 Mentor Ave., Mentor, 440-255-8722, jgarfieldalliance.org
Empath at Happy Dog
On the rise since the release of their 2019 album, Active Listening: Night on Earth, post-punk Philadelphian Empath is set to charge the Cleveland night. Performing with them are Cleveland-duo Suitor and midwestern garage pop band Napsack. Please note proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test is required for entry. Masks are encouraged. $12-$14, April 16, 9:30 p.m., 5801 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, 216-321-5588, ticketweb.com
Heart Attack Man at Beachland Ballroom and Tavern
Your chance to bet on Eric Egan’s orange beanie on eBay may be past, but you can still catch his band, Heart Attack Man, this weekend. Since clawing to the attention of New York Triple Crown Records in a holy trinity of pop sounds, aggressive lyrics and satirical internet gags, Cleveland’s West Side emo band hits the stage with Covey, Arm’s Length and Blood Root. $18-$20, April 15, 7 p.m., 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, 216-383-1124, beachlandballroom.com
Meteor Shower at the Beck Center for the Arts
If the authorship of Steve Martin doesn’t prick your ears, you may need to have your funny bone examined. The play that left Entertainment Weekly begging for a new “cry-laughing” emoji to be designed is hitting Lakewood and promises to be a night of hilarious antics and fizzing wit. $10-$34, April 1-May 1, Fri.-Sat. 7:30 p.m. & Sun. 2:30 p.m., 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-2540, beckcenter.org
Open Road: The Lure of Motorcycling in Ohio at the Cleveland History Center
In the spirit of its passing exhibit, A Century of the American Motorcycle, the Cleveland History Center opens its second display as an ode to the open road romance this weekend. Exclusively featuring motorcycles from Northeast Ohio collections, get ready to be dazzled and inspired by the two-cylinder dream. Plus, at 1 p.m., see Helge Pedersen’s presentation, “40 Years on 2 Wheels.” Free-$17.53, April 16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 10825 East Blvd., Cleveland, 216-721-5722, cletix.com
Secret Society Comedy at Collision Bend Brewing Company
There’s an air of guilt and irony to advertising a “secret” comedy event that invites the public. After the spotlights shudder off at Cleveland’s comedy clubs, this underground comedy venture awakes — popping up unpredictably at favorite haunts along the river. While anyone may appear after hours, Chris Harvey, Bryan Sternik and Joey Zsa Zsa are a few names on the list. $10-$15, April 16, 11:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., 1250 Old River Road, Cleveland, 216-273-7879, facebook.com/events
Tiempo Muerto at LatinUs Theater Co.
Tiempo Muerto is considered the masterpiece of Puerto Rican journalist and radio broadcaster Manuel Mendez Ballester. The three-act classic tragedy tells the story of a family in Aguadilla during the “dead time.” This metaphorical name for the off season soon comes alive as the family is pushed to the brink of human dignity under economic strain and systematic oppression. $25-$30, April 8-May 1, Fri.-Sat. 7 p.m. & Sun. 2:30 p.m. (no performance Easter Sunday), 2937 West 25th St., Cleveland, 216-369-7158, latinustheater.com
Wonder: Canton Light Festival at Downtown Canton
A sunset in Canton is just the start of an adventure. Throughout the month of April, the downtown area will be aglow with six gorgeous displays of light and movement — from the Imperial Room to the Stark County Courthouse. Snap for a chance to win Wonder’s photo contest and while you’re owning the night, download the Wonder Pass for exclusive offers from local restaurants and shops. Free, Fri.-Sat. in April, 8 p.m.-10 p.m., Court Ave. between Second and Fifth Streets NW, Canton, cantonlightfestival.com