Cleveland Boat Show at the I-X Center
Climb aboard a 40-foot sailboat, close your eyes and envision Cleveland’s misty skyline past a bobbing sail. The show is a boater’s haven, with more than 250 displays of nautical accessories and demonstrations that range from fun to fundamental—from Twiggy the Water-Skiing Squirrel to live paddle board and kayaking demonstrations. $18-$15, March 17-20, Thur.-Fri. noon-9 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. & Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 1 I-X Center Dr., Cleveland, 440-682-1071, clevelandboatshow.com
Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Los Angeles Lakers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
Yes, Cleveland Magazine is aware this will be on a Monday, but who could ignore the arrival of King James’ return to Cleveland, to play against the team he led and the city he loves? Besides the entertainment of basketball, Cleveland may very well show up to see its own prodigal son. $91-$1,329, March 21, 7 p.m., 1 Center Court, Cleveland, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com
Deon Cole Coleology Tour at MGM Northfield Park
After more than 2 years, Deon Cole’s Coleology Tour is finally set to grace Northfield’s famed Center Stage. The celebrated writer, comedian and actor (The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien, Black-ish) is sure to make the wait worth it. Previously purchased tickets will be honored on this new date, see website for details. $30-$65, March 20, 8 p.m., 10777 Northfield Road, Northfield, 330-908-7793, mgmnorthfieldpark.mgmresorts.com
Disney’s High School Musical at the Beck Center for the Arts
It doesn’t get more meta than students playing in a musical about students playing in a musical. In analysis, it’s an infinity mirror of musicals on stage, but it’s also one of Disney Channel’s most popular plights about breaking from the status quo and fearlessly being yourself, embracing the human personality in all its multiple facets. Go Wildcats! $10-$12, March 18-27, Fri.-Sat. 7:30 p.m. & Sun. 3 p.m., 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-2540, beckcenter.org
Eagles Hotel California Tour at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
Northeast Ohio lays claim to the start of one of America’s most famous rockers, Joe Walsh, whose talent not only makes for one of the most recognizable vocals in rock and roll, but the Eagle’s Hotel California. This Thursday, the album will be played in its entirety with an orchestra and choir, followed by their greatest hits, for a performance you’d want to check out anytime, but never want to leave. $99-$1,732, March 17, 8 p.m., 1 Center Court, Cleveland, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com
Indigenous Poetry & Native Literature at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History
United States Poet Laureate, author of Crazy Brave and accomplished saxophonist, Joy Harjo embodies the spirit of the poet warrior. As part of Cleveland Museum of Natural History’s Centennial Speaker Series, Harjo will be sharing her experiences as a poet, Native American and barrier breaker. $15-$25, March 18, 7 p.m., 1 Wade Oval Drive, Cleveland, 216-231-4600, cmnh.org
Maple Sugar Days at Hale Farm & Village
Pile your posse into the car and drive out to inhale the sweet, promising perfume of Ohio thawing, while taking stock in winter’s greatest, final gift: Maple syrup. On the historic grounds, delight in tree tapping, a pioneer sugar camp and the awe of draft horses. Also, there will be a pancake breakfast served until 3 p.m. to savor. Free-$18, March 12-13 & 19-20, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m., 2686 Oak Hill Road, Bath, 330-666-3711, wrhs.org
Misty Copeland: Changing Dance Culture at Cleveland Public Library
At age 13, Misty Copeland found ballet. Her potential was noteworthy, though her circumstances hissed a pursuit unlikely. Nevertheless, Copeland preserved, today claiming the title as the first African American woman soloist for the American Ballet Theater. As part of the library’s Writers & Readers series, Copeland shares her hope. Free, March 19, noon-1:30 p.m., Virtual, 216-623-2800, eventbrite.com
The River Bride at Cleveland Public Theatre
Creeping like a small smile through Northeast Ohio, the Cuyahoga River makes the Clevelander no stranger to odd and alluring river folklore. Indulge in a grim, Latinx fairy tale of this ilk, when an unidentifiable man is pulled from the Amazon River, coincidently three days before poor Belmira’s wedding. Choose what you pay, March 17-April 1, various times, 6415 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, 216-631-2727, cptonline.org
Virtuoso Bach & Vivaldi at The Cleveland Baroque Orchestra Apollo’s Fire
Setting ablaze multiple local venues with tremendous musical thrills, talent and transcendence, Cleveland’s baroque orchestra will raise Vivaldi’s rock-n-roll spirit from the 18th century, playing Bach’s adored Brandenburg Concerto no. 3 in confrontation with Vivaldi’s Concerto in A Minor for Two Violins. $10-$72, March 18-20 & 22, Fri. & Tues. 7:30 p.m., Sat. 8 p.m. & Sun. 4 p.m., various locations, 216-320-0012, apollosfire.org
