Thursday Sept. 19
Something Corporate at House of Blues
The pop-punk band that recently reunited with singer-pianist Andrew McMahon returns to House of Blues as it brings its Out of Office tour to the club. The group recently released two new songs, marking their first new music in more than 20 years. The show starts at 7 p.m. 308 Euclid Ave., 216-523-2583, houseofblues.com
Cirque du Soleil: OVO at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
The latest Cirque du Soleil production, a show inspired by the insect world, arrives at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse tonight at 7 p.m. for a four-day stand. Performances continue through Sunday. 1 Center Court, 216-420-2000, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com
Clutch and Rival Sons at Jacobs Pavilion
Formed in 1991 in Maryland, sludge rockers Clutch have been a steady force for decades now. The band's latest effort, 2022's Sunrise on Slaughter Beach, features gruff vocals and driving guitars, simultaneously evoking Sabbath and Soundgarden. Co-headliners Rival Sons can't lay claim to the same legacy, but they've embraced the heavier side of blues rock with the same enthusiasm as Clutch. The two hard rock acts play Jacobs Pavilion tonight at 6 p.m. The stoner rock act Fu Manchu opens. 2014 Sycamore St., 216-861-4080, jacobspavilion.com
Crawlers at Beachland Ballroom
Earlier this summer, this UK-based indie rock act performed on the main stage at Reading to tens of thousands of screaming fans. Currently on tour with Jane's Addiction and Love and Rockets, the group comes to the Beachland Ballroom tonight at 8 p.m. in support of its new album, The Mess We Seem To Make. Local rockers TRUSS open the show. 15711 Waterloo Road, 216-383-1124, beachlandballroom.com
An Evening with Smoke Screen at the Grog Shop
Chemist (Thomas Sheridan) and Mooke (Rodney Mynatt), the duo that formed the local hip-hop group Smoke Screen some 15 years ago, were friends long before the group came to fruition. One of the city's top hip-hop acts, they celebrate the release of their latest album with tonight's show at the Grog Shop in Cleveland Heights. The concert begins at 8 p.m. 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, 216-321-5588, grogshop.gs
Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival Opening Night Film & Reception + After Party at Karamu House
The latest iteration of the Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival kicks off with this opening night film and reception. A short documentary about Rid-All Urban Farm in Cleveland will screen at 6 p.m. at Karamu House. A reception and after party will also take place. Consult the festival's website for more info. 2355 E. 89th St., 216-795-7070, gcuff.org
Guardians vs. Minnesota Twins at Progressive Field
The Guardians take on their division rivals today at 1:40 p.m. at Progressive Field as a four-game series between the two teams concludes. The Twins will need the win to stay in the playoff hunt, and the Guards need to win to stay atop the division and gain a bye in the first round of the playoffs. 2401 Ontario St., 216-420-4487, mlb.com/guardians
Les Misérables at Connor Palace
Set against in 19th century France, Les Miserables has been one of Broadway's biggest hits. Seen by over 130 million people worldwide in 53 countries and 22 languages, the latest incarnation of the musical comes to Connor Palace today at 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Performances continue through Sunday. 1615 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
Neighborhood Jam at the Cozad-Bates House
Councilman Conwell and his band the Footprints perform at this free neighborhood jam concert that takes place at 6:30 p.m. at the Cozad-Bates House. 11508 Mayfield Road, 216-231-0301, restoreclevelandhope.org
The Price Is Right Live at the State Theatre
A live version of the popular game show comes to the State Theatre tonight at 7 p.m. Prizes may include appliances, vacations, and possibly a new car. 1519 Euclid Avenue, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
Pride & Prejudice at the Allen Theatre
Based on a Jane Austen novel, Pride and Prejudice centers on the outspoken Elizabeth Bennet, a woman who shows no interest in marriage until she meets the handsome, enigmatic Mr. Darcy. Cleveland Play House presents this rendition of the play at the Allen Theatre. Tonight's performance takes place at 7:30 p.m., and performances continue through Sept. 29. 2067 East 14th St., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
Shaker Square Community Open House at Shaker Square
The Shaker Square ownership team hots this community open house event to provide updates on the Shaker Square vision plan. There will be interactive information tables, live music and refreshments. The event begins at 4 p.m. The event will take place at the future Cafe Indigo space. 13000 Shaker Blvd., Shaker Heights, shakersquare.com
Tchaikovsky’s Pathétique at Mandel Concert Hall
Violinist Frank Peter Zimmermann joins the Cleveland Orchestra as it takes on one of Tchaikovsky's "most resounding final statements," as it's put in a press release. The concert begins tonight at 7:30 p.m. at Mandel Concert Hall. The concert repeats at 3 p.m. on Sunday. 11001 Euclid Ave., 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com
Vampire Weekend at Blossom Music Center
The baroque pop band led by singer-songwriter Ezra Koenig brings its tour in support of the new album, Only God Was Above Us. With its upper-range vocals and mix of piano and dramatic drums, the first single, "Capricorn," offers a perfect distillation of the band's sound. The group's live shows present meticulous renditions of the studio versions of their songs. The group plays tonight at 7 p.m. at Blossom. Cults open. 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, livenation.com
Friday Sept. 20
Ralph Barbosa at Connor Palace
The comedian brings a standup tour he's calling the Super Cool Ass Tour to Connor Palace tonight at 7 p.m. 1615 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
Devotional 2024 at Beachland Ballroom
The annual event honoring the great punk/New Wave act Devo returns to the Beachland Ballroom. Tonight's festivities begin at 7 p.m. and the event takes place tomorrow night at the club as well. 15711 Waterloo Road, 216-383-1124, beachlandballroom.com
Fall Badfish 2024 at Nelson Ledges Quarry Park
The Sublime tribute act returns to Nelson Ledges Quarry Park for its annual fall event. The group will perform both tonight and tomorrow night. 12001 State Route 282, Garrettsville, 440-548-2716, nlqp.com
Inkubator Writing Conference at Cleveland Public Library
One of the largest free writing festivals in the country, the Inkubator Writing Conference continues today and tomorrow at the Cleveland Public Library with an in-person conference that'll feature 40 free workshops, craft talks and panel discussions as well as a book fair with regional bookstores, presses, journals, and literary arts organizations. There will also be special breakout sessions by genre where writers can meet, mingle and share their work. 25 Superior Ave., 216-623-2800, inkubator.litcleveland.org
Poetry: Virginia Konchan, Jennifer Moore, Heather Treseler, Alyse Knorr at Visible Voice Books
Four poets from around the country will read at this special event at Visible Voice Books. It begins at 7 p.m. Admission is free. 2258 Professor Ave., 216-961-0084, visiblevoicebooks.com
Andrew Schulz: The Life Tour at the State Theatre
Press materials for the comedian's current tour promise that he'll discuss current events, politics and "the beautiful chaos of creating life" at tonight's show. The event begins at 7 p.m. at the State Theatre. 1519 Euclid Avenue, 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
Third Friday at 78th Street Studios
From 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., many of the 78th Street Studios resident artist studios and galleries will be open as part of this monthly event. There will be live music, and Local West, a Gordon Square sandwich shop, will serve food. BARneo will have a selection of adult beverages as well. Admission is free. 1300 West 78th St., 78thstreetstudios.com
Saturday Sept. 21
Artist in the Atrium at Cleveland Museum of Art
Every third Saturday of each month, stop by the Ames Family Atrium between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to get a firsthand look at the art-making process. Each session provides the opportunity to engage and interact with a different Northeast Ohio maker during pop-up demonstrations and activities. 11150 East Blvd., 216-421-7350, clevelandart.org
Neko Case at Kent Stage
Last year, alt-country singer-songwriter Neko Case released Wild Creatures, a digital-only career retrospective album featuring 22 tracks from her career. The compilation also includes the new ballad “Oh, Shadowless.” The release even includes an expanded version with new and animated artwork by Laura Plansker for each track. Expect to hear some songs from it when Case returns to the Kent Stage tonight at 6:30 p.m. 175 E. Main St., Kent, 330-677-5005, kentstage.org
Cleveland Pickle Fest at Mall C
From sweet and spicy to dill, all shapes, sizes and flavors of pickled cucumbers are included in this free, family-friendly event. Restaurants from around Cleveland are set to offer up all kinds of pickle-themed dishes at this event that also includes live music. Gates open at 11 a.m. Mall C. Off Lakeside Ave., clevelandpicklefest.com
¡Hola Fest! Youngstown at Wean Park
This event that takes place at Wean Park in Youngstown will feature a full parade of floats and fun, a pageant filled with Hispanic cultural representation, basic instructional Latin dance, DJs and live bands with the headlining act as Tony Succar. The event starts at noon and runs until 9 p.m. 201 S Phelps St, Youngstown, holafest.org
Nate Jackson at the Agora Theatre
Host of his podcast, The Nate Jackson Radio Show, and a regular guest on The Corey Holcomb 5150 Show, comedian Nate Jackson performs tonight at 6 p.m. at the Agora. 5000 Euclid Ave., 216-881-2221, agoracleveland.com
The National & the War on Drugs at Blossom Music Center
A group with roots in Ohio, the National recently released two new albums that prompted this tour that brings the indie band to Blossom tonight with fellow indie rockers the War on Drugs and Lucius. The two albums, First Two Pages of Frankenstein and Laugh Track, feature the beautiful and introspective piano-based ballads for which the group is known. The concert begins at 6:45 p.m. 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, livenation.com
Old Brooklyn Art Hop at Old Brooklyn
Businesses along the Broadview/Spring corridor in Old Brooklyn are participating in this monthly Art Hop event that highlights a growing creative sector in Old Brooklyn that includes three new art galleries which opened within the last 15 months. Multiple other area businesses also feature creative events and/or products. The event is free. oldbrooklyn.com
Todd Rundgren at MGM Northfield Park
Just about the only consistency across Todd Rundgren’s 40-year career has been his infamous and infinite level of ambition. Over the decades, Rundgren has continued to back up his bravado with innovative results — laying the foundations for power pop and prog-rock and making some of music's first forays into interactive CD-ROM and Internet technology. He performs tonight at 8 p.m. at MGM Northfield Park — Center Stage. 10705 Northfield Road, Northfield, 330-908-7793, mgmnorthfieldpark.mgmresorts.com/en.html
Sarah Silverman: Postmortem at the State Theatre
The two-time Emmy Award-winning comedian, actress, writer and producer comes to the State Theatre tonight at 8 p.m. The woman is a force of nature. Her most recent special, Sarah Silverman: Someone You Love, was nominated for a Grammy, Golden Globe and Critics Choice Award. She also continues to host The Sarah Silverman Podcast and TBS’s Stupid Pet Tricks, an expansion of the famous David Letterman segment. 1519 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
Tremont Arts & Cultural Festival at Lincoln Park
This annual event that takes place at Lincoln Park includes an artists’ village along with a farmers market. In addition, there will be music and dance performances. It takes place from noon to 7 p.m. today and from noon to 5 p.m. tomorrow. It's free. Starkweather Ave. and West 14th St., experiencetremont.com
Sunday Sept. 22
Browns vs. New York Giants at Huntington Bank Field
Today at 1 p.m. at Huntington Bank Field, the Browns take on a New York Giants team that'll be attempting to recover from a year in which they lost nearly twice as many games as they won. If the Browns play the way they did against Jacksonville in the first half of last week's game, they should get the win. 100 Alfred Lerner Way, 440-891-5000, huntingtonbankfield.com
An Evening with John Legend at Blossom Music Center
The gifted singer-songwriter comes to Blossom tonight at 7 p.m. to play a make-up show for a gig that was rained out earlier this summer. Press materials for the concert promise "intimate re-imaginings" of hits such as "All of Me," "Ordinary People" and "Tonight." 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com
Leonid & Friends at MGM Northfield Park
Leonid & Friends pay tribute to Rock Hall Inductees Chicago at tonight's show, which takes place at 7:30 p.m. at MGM Northfield Park — Center Stage. Consult the venue's website for ticket prices. 10705 Northfield Road, Northfield, 330-908-7793, mgmnorthfieldpark.mgmresorts.com/en.html
Megadeth at TempleLive at the Cleveland Masonic
The hard rock act led by polarizing guitarist Dave Mustaine comes to TempleLive at the Cleveland Masonic. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. 3615 Euclid Ave., 216-881-6350, masoniccleveland.com
Shining Star CLE 2024 at the Mimi Ohio Theatre
The finals of this event featuring the top high school singers returns to the Mimi Ohio Theatre tonight at 7 p.m. They'll compete for nearly $20,000 in college scholarships. 1501 Euclid Ave., 216-241-6000, playhousesquare.org
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