Cedar Point
Ohio’s Amazement Park is open for its 152nd season with over 100 rides and attractions including 16 world-class roller coasters and a water park. You’ll also find plenty of entertainment, carnival-style games and a wide variety of food. Tickets start at $45. 1 Cedar Point Dr. Sandusky. Open through Sept. 11. DETAILS Related: No cash, no masks and no new coasters: Cedar Point, Kings Island, Kennywood offer milestone anniversaries, renovated hotels for 2022
Lake Erie Crushers home opener
Professional baseball returns to Mercy Health Stadium as Northeast Ohio’s Frontier League team takes on the Trois-Rivieres Aigles for a three-game series this weekend. Friday’s opener includes a post-game fireworks show. Tickets, $6-$14. 2009 Baseball Blvd., Avon. May 13-15. DETAILS
The Feet Geeks present Sneaker Club
Don’t take an “L” this weekend, sneakerheads. Join Cleveland’s top collectors at the English Oak Room at Tower City to cop the hottest sneakers and streetwear. The event also features music, food, drinks, live raffles and more. Tickets, $10-$20. 230 West Huron Rd., Cleveland. May 14-15. DETAILS
Cleveland Orchestra performs Schubert’s Ninth
Franz Welser-Möst conducts the world-renowned Cleveland Orchestra in a performance of Franz Schubert’s ninth symphony, a genuine classical masterpiece appropriately known as “The Great.” Tickets start at $21. 11001 Euclid Ave, Cleveland. May 12 & May 14. DETAILS
Orny Adams at Hilarities at Pickwick & Frolic
Best known for his role on MTV’s “Teen Wolf” and comedy specials on Netflix and Showtime, Orny Adams’ standup act has been described as a cross between the relevant and the absurd. Tickets start at $40 for two people. 2035 E 4th St., Cleveland. May 13-15. DETAILS "The New Black Vanguard: Photography between Art and Fashion" Black photographers, models and stylists are the focus of a new photography exhibition at the Cleveland Museum of Art, opening in the Kelvin and Eleanor Smith Foundation Exhibition Gallery on Sunday. “The New Black Vanguard” looks to explore the dynamic between photographers and their subjects, plus behind-the-scenes styling work, which culminates in an image. 11150 East Blvd, Cleveland. Through Sept. 11. DETAILS “To Kill a Mockingbird” at Playhouse Square’s Connor Palace Richard Thomas (“The Waltons”) plays Atticus Finch in Academy Award winner Aaron Sorkin’s (“The Social Network”) adaptation of Harper Lee’s classic novel about an attorney tasked with defending an innocent Black man accused of raping a white woman in 1930s Alabama. Tickets, $20-$129. 1615 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. Through May 15. DETAILS Related: Leads in ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ invite viewers to revisit (or discover) a classic at Playhouse SquareCleveland Play House presents 'The Three Musketeers' In her final production as artistic director, Laura Kepley brings this imagining of Alexandre Dumas’ classic novel to the Allen Theatre in Playhouse Square. The story of a young D’Artagnan and his band of Musketeers is told with swordplay and choreographed fight scenes. Tickets, $25-$75. 1407 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. Through May 22. DETAILS Read more: Cleveland Play House updates ‘The Three Musketeers’ with modern sensibility, diverse cast and plenty of action |
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Marc Maron at Playhouse Square “WTF” podcast host Marc Maron brings his “This May Be The Last Time Tour” to the Ohio Mimi Theatre. Despite the ominous title, Maron told cleveland.com the tour isn’t necessarily a farewell tour, rather “it’s just a skeptical tour about the future of me and us and of the country and the world. ” Tickets, $45-$59.50. 1511 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 7 p.m., May 13. DETAILS Related: Comedian-actor Marc Maron brings latest comedy tour to Cleveland Ohio Artisan Collective Artisan Market at Pinecrest Looking for a unique gift for yourself or someone else? This outdoor market specializes in handmade goods produced by Ohio-based artisans and small businesses. Free. 200 Park Avenue, Orange. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., May 14. DETAILS Shearing Weekend at Lake Metroparks Farmpark Learn about the integral role of sheep in agriculture and interact with these farm animals as this family-friendly event returns to Lake County. The weekend features shearing demonstrations, craft making and hands-on spinning and weaving activities. Admission, $6-$8. 8800 Euclid Chardon Rd., Kirtland. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., May 14-15. DETAILS Super New Play Special! A Festival of Short Works Come to the Creative Space at Waterloo Arts to see the latest works from some of Cleveland’s most talented writers. The evening, presented by Playwrights Local, showcases seven fully produced, ten-minute plays by Sara Bogomolny, Agnes Herrmann, Reys Phillips, Logan Cutler Smith, Vickie L. Williams, and Brian Zoldessy. Tickets, $12. 397 E. 156th St., Cleveland. 7:30 p.m., May 13-14. DETAILS “Bugsy Malone” at Beck Center for the Arts This Youth Theater Production is based on the 1976 musical comedy film. Featuring a score by 1970s music icon Paul Williams, the show is a spoof of mob war movies where the gangsters are all played by kids. Tickets, $10-$12. 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood. May 13-15. DETAILS The Beatles: Get Back to Let It Be
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s newest exhibit celebrates the legacy of the Fab Four with film clips, audio, custom projections, original instruments, clothing and handwritten lyrics. Artifacts include John Lennon’s iconic wire-rimmed glasses, a black and gray shirt worn by Paul McCartney in the recording studio, Ringo Starr’s maple Ludwig drum kit and more. Tickets, $20-$30. Cleveland residents get in free. 1100 E. 9th St., Cleveland. Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. DETAILS Looking for more things to do this week in Greater Cleveland?Cleveland.com's Joey Morona has your guide. READ MORE |
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Happy 25th, Thirsty Dog Brewing Co.! The year 1997 was a good one for beer in Akron. Thirsty Dog Brewing Co. is celebrating its 25th anniversary all year. If you’re in the mood for a cold pint, head to the tap room located close to the University of Akron. It’s at 587 Grant St., Akron. Or if you’re into sour ales, saunter a few doors up the street to the original brewery at 529 Grant and check out the Sour Haus. Either way, it’s a chance to say happy anniversary and cheers! DETAILS Donut Fest Cleveland Sample the best donuts and coffee the city has to offer at this festival featuring over a dozen local bakeries, donut shops and cafes including Bigmouth Donut Co., Funomono O’s, Glazed Fairport, The Mad Batter Bake Shop, Marta’s N More, Donut Land and more. The event, held at Red Space Events, also features a live DJ and photobooth. Tickets, $35. 2400 Superior Ave., Cleveland. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., May 15. DETAILS Blue Agave opens downtown Blue Agave, a new taco and tequila concept, is now open on Cleveland’s busy East 4th Street district, in the former Zocalo space. The restaurant comes from the partnership of restaurant owners behind other Mexican restaurants in Northeast Ohio, including Tres Potrillos, Tito’s Mexican Grill, Tacologist, Blue Habanero and Fiesta Jalapeno’s. Cleveland.com's Annie Nickoloff has the story. READ MORE Downtown Cleveland Restaurant Week Discover the city’s eclectic restaurant scene and kick off patio dining season simultaneously as 25 downtown restaurants offer special menu items and deals now through next Sunday. Various locations. May 13-22. DETAILS Bubbles and Brunch set at StoneWater The Neidus sisters are always concocting something tasty at The Rustic Grill at StoneWater. Brunch paired with five sparkling wines from around the world is set for this weekend. If you took mom out last week and want to do it again, here’s your chance. Or if you missed out, you can make up for it. Brunch is 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday, May 15. The Rustic Grill at StoneWater is at One Club Dr., Highland Heights. Space is limited; check for reservations. DETAILS |
TV & MOVIES ‘Firestarter’ "Firestarter," Stephen King's creepy tale of a young girl with pyrokinetic powers, has a new adaptation from director Keith Thomas coming to Peacock (and theaters) on Friday, May 13. Ryan Kiera Armstrong takes on the role Drew Barrymore originated in 1984 as the girl saddled with the impossible responsibility of protecting her family and herself against the government agency that hopes to weaponize her powers. Zac Efron plays her father opposite Sydney Lemmon as the mother. DETAILS ‘Senior Year’ Stephanie Conway is a popular high school senior in 2002, but a cheerleading accident puts her in a coma for 20 years in the new Netflix comedy "Senior Year," debuting Friday, May 13. After waking up at age 37 in 2022, Stephanie, played by Rebel Wilson, decides to re-enroll and finish out her high school career. Directed by Alex Hardcastle, a veteran of American sitcoms like "New Girl," "Parks and Recreation" and "The Mindy Project," senior year co-stars Sam Richardson, Alicia Silverstone, Chris Parnell and Angourie Rice as young Stephanie. DETAILS ‘Operation Mincemeat’ Netflix is also offering up the period drama, "Operation Mincemeat,” this week, based on a real operation in World War II in which British intelligence officers use a dead body dressed as an officer of the Royal Marines in an attempt to dupe the Axis powers and keep the Allied invasion of Sicily a secret. The film, directed by John Madden ("Shakespeare in Love") stars Colin Firth and Matthew Macfayden (both of whom, incidentally, have taken spins as Mr. Darcy) as well as Kelly Macdonald and Penelope Wilton. DETAILS ‘The Time Traveler's Wife’ Devotees of Audrey Niffenegger's novel "The Time Traveler's Wife" made its 2009 film adaptation a success despite mixed reviews. Perhaps the intricate sci-fi romance is better suited to a series, which HBO is offering with Rose Leslie and Theo James as the challenged lovers. "The Time Traveler's Wife," debuting Sunday, May 15, and adapted from the 2003 book by the ever-reliable Steven Moffatt ("Sherlock," "Doctor Who"), follows the zig-zagging relationship of Henry, born with a genetic glitch that causes him to jump across decades, and Claire, whose devotion to him is timeless. DETAILS ‘Conversations with Friends’ Another book-to-TV adaptation, Hulu's "Conversations with Friends," also arrives Sunday, May 15. Based on Sally Rooney's acclaimed 2017 novel, the 12-episode series stars Alison Oliver and Sasha Lane as Dublin college students Frances and Bobbi, exes who remain close friends and spoken word poetry collaborators. Their friendship is tested when the women meet an older couple, writer Melissa (Jemima Kirke) and her actor-husband Nick (Joe Alwyn). A flirtation for one pair and an affair for another follows — causing Frances to re-evaluate her life and Bobbi's role in it. DETAILS ‘On the Count of Three’ Comedian Jerrod Carmichael makes his directorial debut in this drama/dark comedy, which won the screenwriting award at Sundance. The film is about a pair of best friends who make a pact to end their lives at the end of the day. Starring Jerrod Carmichael, Christopher Abbot, Tiffany Haddish, Lavell Crawford, J.B. Smoove, Henry Winkler. DETAILS ‘American Masters: Waterman — Duke: Ambassador of Aloha’ Duke Kahanamoku gets his due in PBS' "American Masters: Waterman — Duke: Ambassador of Aloha," debuting this week and narrated by Jason Momoa. Kahanamoku won a total of five Olympic medals in the 1912, 1920 and 1924 Games and was an advocate for his native Hawaii and surfing. The documentary, directed by Isaac Halasima, traces Kahanamoku's rise to fame, encounters with racism, and role in Hawaii's transition from a kingdom to U.S. state. Archival footage and new interviews, including with top surfers Laird Hamilton and Carissa Moore, help tell the story. DETAILS |
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The Black Keys The Akron-born Black Keys are celebrating a key anniversary with a new album. "Dropout Boogie," which is out Friday, May 13, features collaborations with Reigning Sound's Greg Cartwright, Billy F Gibbons of ZZ Top and Angelo Petraglia from Kings of Leon. It will be released one day before the 20th anniversary release of The Black Keys' first LP, "The Big Come Up." Early singles from the new album include "It Ain't Over," written by band members Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney in tandem with Cartwright, and "Wild Child," a classic rocking throwback. The new album captures a number of first takes that echo the stripped-down blues rock of the duo's early days making music together in Akron. The Black Keys will tour North America for the first time in three years starting in July. DETAILS Becky G Becky G is following up her hit single "Mamiii" with her third studio album, the 14-cut "Esquemas" out Friday, May 13. "Mamii" featuring Karol G debuted in the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100 and in the top 10 on the Billboard Global 200 singles chart. The single — with a music video that features "Euphoria" actor Angus Cloud — has amassed 350 million streams globally to date, with over 150 million streams on Spotify alone. Another cut from the album is "No Mienten," a throbbing dance cut led by the pluck of seductive guitar strings. And there's "Kill Bill," a murky, slinky banger with the sound of swords clashing and thunder. DETAILS Joe Jackson at MGM Northfield Park This 1980s MTV star is hitting the road for the first time in three years on his “Sing, You Sinners!” tour. He’s best known for hits such as “Steppin’ Out,” “Breaking Us In Two” and “Is She Really Going Out With Him?” Tickets, $33.50. 10777 Northfield Road, Northfield. 8 p.m., May 14. DETAILS Hey Mavis at Akron Civic Theatre Formed by Laurie Michelle Caner and Eddie Caner when they were artists-in-residence in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Hey Mavis has been performing its distinctive brand of Americana music for more than a decade. The band will take the Civic stage to perform songs off its latest album, “Silver Ribbon Dream—Songs & Stories of the Ohio & Erie Canal.” Tickets, $20. 182 S. Main St., Akron. 8 p.m., May 13. DETAILS The Pineapple Thief at House of Blues These British progressive rockers, featuring drummer Gavin Harrison, have released 13 albums since their debut in 1999. The band comes to Cleveland this weekend in support of its latest, “Versions of the Truth.” Sound & Shape is the opening act. Tickets, $25-$45. 308 Euclid Ave, Cleveland. 7 p.m., May 14. DETAILS Want more concert & music picks?
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