Thursday, Aug. 14
Ian Bagg at Hilarities
If you end up going to see Ian Bagg Thursday night at Hilarities, you might want to think twice about sitting in the front row. The comic loves to pick on audience members and make fun of their body language, or ask personal questions about their sexual preferences. Though he's not nearly as manic as Robin Williams, he still possesses Williams's unhinged energy. And he's a talker. He's been a regular on all the usual late-night shows. He performs at 7:30 p.m. and has shows scheduled through Saturday. 2035 East Fourth St., Cleveland, pickwickandfrolic.com
Beetlejuice at the State Theatre
Based on Tim Burton’s film, this musical centers on a teenager who "meets" a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. Thursday's performance takes place at 7:30 p.m. at the State Theatre, where performances continue through Aug. 17. 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, playhousesquare.org
Micky Dolenz of the Monkees at the Music Box
A child actor who became a superstar when he landed in the the Monkees, a band that was formed for the 1966 show of the same name, Mickey Dolenz wraps up a two-night stand at the Music Box Supper Club with Thursday's show. It begins at 7:30 p.m. 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, musicboxcle.com
Dr. Sketchy's Anti-Art School at Jilly’s Music Room
Founded in 2005 in a dive bar in Brooklyn, Dr. Sketchy’s has now spread to more than 100 cities around the world. Dr. Sketchy Akron, a monthly drink and draw event that takes place on the second Thursday of each month at Jilly's Music Room in Akron, gives patrons the opportunity to "draw glamorous underground performers in an atmosphere of boozy conviviality." The fun begins at 7 p.m.; it costs $10 to draw. 111 N. Main St., Akron, jillysmusicroom.com
Feast of the Assumption at Little Italy
The annual Feast of the Assumption takes place Thursday through Sunday in Little Italy. Once again, Holy Rosary Church's parish hosts this free, family-friendly festival. Starting and ending with religious processions celebrating the Virgin Mary being taken into heaven, the Feast includes classic festival staples as well as fireworks, a raffle, and observances and services for those who celebrate the Catholic Holy Day. Mayfield Road, Cleveland, littleitalyfeast.com
Guardians vs. Miami Marlins at Progressive Field
The Guardians get a break from a tough August schedule to take on the lowly Miami Marlins, a team that's lost more games than it's won this season, in this three-game series that wraps with Thursday's game. First pitch is at 6:40 p.m. at Progressive Field. 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland, mlb.com/guardians
Jonah Koslen at Music Box Supper Club
The local singer-songwriter celebrates the release of his new limited-edition vinyl-only album, Unreleased Tracks from the Stage Pass Era. The songs come from the mid-'70s when Koslen played with the late Michael Stanley. For this special show, he'll play songs directly from the album's first side and then participate in a Q&A. For the second part of the show, he'll deliver a live set with his band. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Music Box Supper Club. 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, musicboxcle.com
Lil Wayne: Tha Carter VI Tour: Celebrating 20+ Years of Carter Classics at Blossom Music Center
This rapper from the Dirty South became a huge sensation in the 2000s when his mixtapes were ubiquitous. His 2004 album, Tha Carter, established him as a hip-hop star. He brings his anniversary tour celebrating 20 years since its release to Blossom. Tyga and Belly Gang Kushington open, and the show starts at 8 p.m. 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, livenation.com
Whitney at Beachland Ballroom
Formed in Chicago in 2015 by former Smith Westerns guitarist Max Kakacek and Unknown Mortal Orchestra drummer Julien Ehrlich, Whitney quickly gained acclaim with its debut album, 2016's Light Upon the Lake. The current tour supports the forthcoming Small Talk. First single "Dandelions" recalls classic singer-songwriters from the '70s. The group performs at 7 p.m. at the Beachland Ballroom. Folk Bitch Trio opens. 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, beachlandballroom.com
Yo Gabba Gabba Live! at the Agora
The live show features Kammy Kam, along with beloved Gabba characters Brobee, Foofa, Muno, Toodee, and Plex. The iconic group of characters will come together along with some special guests to create "an unforgettable immersive musical experience." The performance begins at 5 p.m. at the Agora. 5000 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, agoracleveland.com
Friday, Aug. 15
BabyTron at the Agora
The rapper straight out of Ypsilanti, Michigan, comes to the Agora Theatre. ShittyBoyz, a hip-hop group of which BabyTron is a member, opens the show. BabyTron has personality to spare and makes funny videos with a Beastie Boys-like vibe. His rapid-fire raps and spastic beats will undoubtedly energize the crowd. Doors are at 7 p.m. 5000 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, agoracleveland.com
Brit Floyd at Jacobs Pavilion
Singer-guitarist Damian Darlington reportedly formed this Pink Floyd tribute act because he wanted it to improve upon the work he did with his previous band, the Australian Pink Floyd Show. The group has been touring since 2011, and it performs at 7 p.m. at Jacobs Pavilion. 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, jacobspavilion.com
Guardians vs. Atlanta Braves at Progressive Field
Led by future Hall of Famer Ronald Acuna Jr., the Atlanta Braves visit Progressive Field for the first and only time this regular season. The Braves played poorly at the season's start and haven't recovered. First pitch is at 7:10 p.m., and the series continues through Sunday. 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland, mlb.com/guardians
Moe. at Cain Park
The jam band from upstate New York has been around long enough that it was part of the scene that coalesced at the now defunct club Wetlands in New York. Having toured and recorded for more than 30 years now, the group has plenty of tunes of its disposal. It performs Friday at 7 p.m. at Cain Park in Cleveland Heights. Eggy opens. 14591 Superior Road, Cleveland Heights, cainpark.com
Screeching Weasel at House of Blues
Singer Ben Weasel leads this on-and-off again punk band from the Chicago area that first formed in the mid-'80s comes to House of Blues. Groups such as Blink-182 and Green Day have cited these guys as an influence. Hayley and the Crushers open the show. 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, houseofblues.com
Third Friday at 78th Street Studios
From 5 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., Cleveland, 78thstreetstudios.com
Morgan Wallen at Huntington Bank Field
The controversial country singer brings his I'm the Problem Tour to Huntington Bank Field for a two-day stand. A talented songwriter, Wallen has delivered 19 No. 1 singles at country radio in just five years. I'm the Problem finds him capably exploring country rock on the title track and hip-hop in "Miami," a song that features Lil Wayne and Rick Ross. Singer-songwriters Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley open Friday's show. Thomas Rhett and Langley open Saturday's show. Doors are at 4:30 p.m. 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, huntingtonbankfield.com
Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts: Love Earth at Blossom Music Center
The musically restless rock icon returns to Blossom with a new band in tow. Young and the group just released Talkin' to the Trees, a collection of new tunes that find his distinctively high-pitched voice in great shape. The album alternates between gritty rockers such as "Dark Mirage" and gentle folk numbers like "First Fire of Winter." The show begins at 7:30 p.m. 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, livenation.com
Saturday, Aug. 16
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., Cleveland, clevelandart.org
Brew & BBQ Bash at Streetsboro
City Park Local pit masters and food trucks will compete at this annual event that takes place from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday at Streetsboro City Park. In addition, the Detroit-based rock band the Hairband Experience will pay tribute to acts such as Bon Jovi, Def Leppard and Poison. Route 303 and Kirby Lane, Streetsboro, cityofstreetsboro.com
Clipse at the Agora
For the new album, Let God Sort Em Out, the Clipse — brothers Pusha T and Malice — enlisted an all-star team comprised of longtime collaborators, including hip-hop and pop superstar Pharrell Williams. Songs such as "Chains & Whips" and "All Things Considered" possess a real urgency and draw from electronica, rock, jazz and hip-hop. The tour in support of the album comes to the Agora on Saturday night. Earthgang opens, and doors are at 7 p.m. 5000 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, agoracleveland.com
Elgar's Enigma Variations at Blossom Music Center
Associate Conductor Daniel Reith leads the Cleveland Orchestra Saturday at Blossom as it plays Elgar's Enigma Variations, a piece which pays tribute to his friends. The concert begins at 7 p.m. 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, clevelandorchestra.com
Kansas at Akron Civic Theatre
The classic rock band known for tunes such as "Dust in the Wind" and "Carry on Wayward Son" performs at 7:30 p.m. at the Akron Civic Theatre. The group played arenas and stadiums through the '80s, but its popularity waned in the early 2000s. With a slew of replacement musicians at their disposal, founding members Phil Ehart (drums) and Rich Williams (guitar) have been able to keep the band going. 182 South Main St., Akron, akroncivic.com
Maxwell: The Serenade 2025 at Rocket Arena
Born in Brooklyn to a Haitian mother and a Puerto Rican father, Maxwell started writing songs as a teenager. By the early 2000s, Maxwell had established himself as a major star in the R&B world. The neo-soul singer comes to Rocket Arena and performs Saturday at 8 p.m. One Center Court, Cleveland, rocketarena.com
PorchROKR at Highland Square
Local bands will converge upon people's porches in the Highland Square neighborhood Saturday for the annual PorchROKR festival. Throughout the day, more than 100 bands are slated to perform on some 30 stages spread throughout Akron neighborhood. Check the website for a schedule. Highland Square, Akron, highlandsquareakron.org
Sabon at the Grog Shop
The local group celebrates the release of its new album with this show at the Grog Shop in Cleveland Heights. While band members are still in high school and too young to have witnessed the ska-punk revival of the early '90s, the group capably evokes that era with woozy horns and a raw, punk rock approach. Doors open at 9 p.m. 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, grogshop.gs
Sunday, Aug. 17
All Things for You Outdoor Flea Market at All Things for You
All Things for You, the local resale store that specializes in antiques and collectibles, hosts its first outside flea market. Some 20 vendors will be on hand to sell "all kinds of wonderful vintage and other stuff at awesome discounted prices," as it's put on their website. DJ Jenna P will provide the tunes. It takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 3136 W. 14th St., Cleveland, allthingsforu.com
Reggae Sundays at Music Box Supper Club
This special Reggae Sunday Happy Hour Concert series is a summer highlight. The indoor/outdoor concert series will take place rain or shine with live music from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Music Box. The venue will also offer food and drink specials exclusive to the series. 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, musicboxcle.com
A Rodgers & Hammerstein Celebration at Blossom Music Center
The Cleveland Orchestra teams up with a few guest singers to present a program of pieces by the songwriting duo that famously penned the tunes in musicals such as The Sound of Music, South Pacific and Oklahoma! The concert begins at 7 p.m. at Blossom. 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls, clevelandorchestra.com
Silversun Pickups at House of Blues
With their debut EP, 2005's Pikul, Sliversun Pickups immediately put themselves in a musical place that defies categorization. Singer-guitarist Brian Aubert's upper-register vocals and distorted guitars recalled Smashing Pumpkins, but the band comes off a bit heavier. The indie rock band attained a cult following nevertheless. Sunday at 7 p.m., it returns to House of Blues. 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, houseofblues.com
Sunny Sweeney at the Winchester
With a career that now stretches back about 20 years, this country singer-songwriter has a deep catalog of tunes from which she can draw. Her latest album, Rhinestone Requiem, displays her intense love for honky-tonk. She performs at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the Winchester in Lakewood. 12112 Madison Ave., Lakewood, facebook.com/TheWinchesterMusicTavern
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