CLEVELAND, Ohio -- It won’t be long before this weekly list will be populated almost exclusively with holiday events. Until then, find some fun this weekend at these events, theater performances, concerts and more.

This Tony Award-winning musical at Playhouse Square updates the classic comedy , about a pair of male musicians who pose as women and join an all-female band after witnessing a mob hit. Tickets $30-$129.

Rock, country and blues singer-songwriter Elle King performs a mix of new and old, bringing her “Baby Daddy’s Weekend” tour to TempleLive at Cleveland Masonic. The Band Loula opens. Tickets start at $38.

8 p.m., Nov. 8

Ventriloquist and stand-up comedian Jeff Dunham brings his cast of puppets to Playhouse Square for an unpredictable, laugh-out-loud show. Tickets $77.50-$163.

7 p.m., Nov. 8

The largest and most realistic touring dinosaur exhibit comes to the I-X Center with true-to-detail dinosaurs, interactive exhibits and activities, photo opportunities and rides. Tickets $22-$36.

It’s off to the festival for one last weekend as Great Lakes Theater flips the script on your favorite storybook characters in Stephen Sondheim’s beloved musical at the Hanna Theatre. Tickets $20-$99.

The Cleveland Orchestra’s cycle of Beethoven’s piano concertos continues at Severance Music Center, pairing the composer’s playful No. 2 with his poetic No. 4. Tickets $35-$125.

French-Canadian choreographer-on-the-rise Hélène Simoneau brings her company to Ohio for the first time, presenting three dance works that explore identity, sexuality, romance and the world around us. Tickets $10-$60.

7:30 p.m., Nov. 8

Recording artist Lyfe Jennings performs his unique style of soulful R&B at the House of Blues. Gospel singer D’Mott is the opening act. Tickets start at $53.50.

7 p.m., Nov. 9

Grammy-winning musician Terrance Simien invites you on a journey through New Orleans funk, reggae-infused blues and zydeco roots in a concert at Maltz Performing Arts Center. Tickets $17.50-$37.50.

7:30 p.m., Nov. 9

This spooky season exhibition features 20 paintings and sculptures exploring the role of supernatural spirits in Chinese art and culture. Free.

Donovan Mitchell and the first-place Cavaliers return home for two exciting matchups this weekend: Golden State on Friday and Brooklyn on Saturday. Tickets start at $34.

Cleveland Public Theatre presents the final performances of the world premiere of Francisca Da Silveira’s (HBO’s “Industry”) satirical workplace comedy about a fictional non-profit going through it. Suggested ticket prices $1-$80.

Celebrities Jerry Mathers (”Leave It To Beaver”) and Butch Patrick (”The Munsters”) headline this 11th annual comic book and fan convention. Expect appearances by comic book writers and artists, cosplay contests, collectibles, memorabilia and more. Tickets $15.

Tremont’s monthly art walk invites you to discover one of Cleveland’s most eclectic neighborhoods. The event takes place across Tremont’s many art galleries, boutiques and restaurants and bars and features artist meet-and-greets, pop-up shopping opportunities, live entertainment and food and drink specials. Free.

5-10 p.m., Nov. 8

Embark on a magical journey to the North Pole on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, where you’ll pass through the Christmas Tree Forest, see a Candy Cane Farm and maybe, just maybe, meet Santa. Tickets start at $50.

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