Ain’t Too Proud at Playhouse Square
Follow the life and times of the Temptations in this new, hit Broadway musical. The show takes the audience from the groups time in the streets of Detroit to their induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, offering a thrilling glimpse into the lives of one of music’s most influential acts. $29-$129, July 12-31, Various times, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, playhousesquare.org
Cirque du Soleil at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
Cirque du Soleil wants to cool down your summer with Crystal, a performance exploring the artistic possibilities of ice. World-class ice skaters dance between gravity-defying acrobats, creating a visual narrative centered around the shows eponymous main character. Tickets starting at $62.50, July 15-17, Various times, 1 Center Court, Cleveland, 216-420-2000, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com
FRONT Triennial in Cleveland
Spanning three months and multiple venues, this massive art event features over 75 local, national and international artists across an array of museum exhibits, artistic projects and public programming. This year’s theme, “Oh Gods of Dust and Rainbows,” embraces transformation and healing. Free, July 16 to October 30, Various times, Various locations, frontart.org
KOPPS and Boy Jr. at The Foundry
Get down to Lakewood for the high-energy, electro-pop stylings of KOPPS. The group just released a thrilling single, “Bad Thing,” in April, and with support from indie TikTok star, Boy Jr., the show is sure to get you groovin’. $15-$17, July 15, 7 p.m., 11729 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, facebook.com/foundrycleveland
Massillon Museum Island Party
Family friendly and carefree, this evening party under the stars boasts reggae from Carlos Jones and P.L.U.S. Band, a Caribbean supper of pulled pork and jerk chicken and a cash bar equipped with Jamaican Red Stripe and frozen margaritas. Spanning the Massillon Museum property, the festivities make for an unforgettable community event. Free, July 15, 5:30 p.m., 121 Lincoln Way E., Massillon, massillonmuseum.org
Movie Under the Stars at Canal Park
Benefiting the children’s charity, A Kid Again, hunker down with the family for a viewing of The Sandlot projected right onto the scoreboard. The fun doesn’t end there. Stop by the concessions stands for tasty snack, games and the chance to meet local team mascots. Free-$25, July 15, 6 p.m., 300 S. Main St., Akron, akidagain.org
Independent Venue Week in Cleveland
Coinciding with the National Independent Venue Association’s inaugural conference, Cleveland’s own local venues join over 300 other independent establishments across the country in celebrating small stages. Festivities range from comedy shows at Hilarities 4th Street Theatre to the NIVA Conference closing party at the Grog Shop hosted by Big Freedia. July 11-17, Various locations, Various prices, independentvenueweek.com
Skylight Park Grand Opening in Tower City
Don’t miss the unveiling of Cleveland’s new indoor Skylight Park in Tower City Center. The freshly reimagined space — outfitted with native plant life designed by Cuyahoga Valley National Park — hosts a free family-friendly events including “critter and creature” demonstrations, mural painting and more. Free, July 16, Noon-6 p.m., 230 W. Huron Road, Cleveland, towercitycenter.com
Something Rotten! at Beck Center
Set in 1595, the story of Something Rotten! centers around Shakespeare’s secret nemeses — two brothers desperate to write a hit play. After a soothsayer foresees a future where theater encompasses music and dance alongside acting, the brothers set out to write a musical, the first one ever made. $10-$34, Through Aug. 7, 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, beckcenter.squarespace.com
Tequila Fest Cleveland
It’s time for some margarita-fueled fun at Cleveland’s ninth Tequila Fest. Boasting over 50 tequilas, live music and Barrio tacos, all overlooking the city and lake, you couldn’t ask for a better way to spend an evening. Feeling fancy? Snag a VIP ticket to enjoy the rarest tequilas the event has to offer. $45-$125, July 15, 6-11 p.m., 1055 Old River Road, Cleveland, tastecle.com
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