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Lila Coogan as Anya in 'Anastasia'

Lila Coogan as Anya in 'Anastasia'

THIS WEEK’S TOP PICKS

“Anastasia” at the Connor Palace Theater

Based on the 1997 animated film, this lavish musical is about a young woman’s journey of self-discovery. Is Anya really the Grand Duchess Anastasia of Russia, perhaps the last of the Romanovs? (Book by Terrence McNally. Music by Stephen Flaherty. Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens. Directed by Darko Tresnjak. Choreographed by Peggy Hickey.) Through Sunday, Feb. 23, 2020, Connor Palace at Playhouse Square. DETAILS

The Lumineers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse

Indie-folk band The Lumineers is touring to promote its latest album, “III,” and will swing through Cleveland on Saturday, Feb. 8, for a show at the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse. The band rose to fame in 2011 with its self-titled album and the hit single, “Ho Hey.” The group continued to build on its success with 2016′s “Cleopatra,” and the song “Ophelia.” 7 p.m. Mt. Joy and JS Ondara open. Tickets start at $39. MORE INFO

Taste of Black Cleveland at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse“A Taste of Black Cleveland: The Food Showcase 3.0” takes place Monday, Feb. 10, at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse. It’s a chance for minority chefs to try dishes that might work in the venue’s Launch Test Kitchen, the rotational eatery space on the arena’s main concourse. This year, the event features 20 chefs who own local restaurants, food trucks and catering businesses. $30 admission includes ticket to the 76ers-Cavs game on Wednesday, Feb. 26. DETAILS

SEASONAL FUN!

The Rink at Wade Oval

Skaters enjoying the winter at the Rink at Wade Oval.

10 date ideas perfect for Cleveland’s winter season

Looking for a night out in Cleveland that won’t break the bank? We’ve got a few ideas for ways to enjoy the city even when the weather might not be at its best. Whether you want a food-filled restaurant hop, an urban adventure or an artsy evening, you should be able to find some inspiration on this list, which cleveland.com’s Anne Nickoloff put together just in time for Valentine’s Day. READ MORE

EAT

Zhug

Curried lamb and apricot hummus and a side of zhug to spice things up at Zhug, a new Cleveland Heights eatery run by chef-restaurateur Doug Katz, best known for his Shaker Square masterpiece Fire Food & Drink.

Zhug bursts with Mediterranean flavors in Cleveland Heights

What’s the hottest new restaurant in Greater Cleveland? It’s got to be Zhug, a new Cleveland Heights eatery run by chef-restaurateur Doug Katz, best known for his Shaker Square masterpiece Fire Food & Drink. Zhug boasts a unique Mediterranean and Middle Eastern menu, taking its name from a spicy chutney made of serrano peppers and spices. Cleveland.com’s Anne Nickoloff recently chatted with Katz and business partner Todd Thompson about the new restaurant and their other ventures, including Chutney B. in Shaker Heights’ bustling Van Aken District.READ MORE

DRINK

Toppling Goliath tasting at Wine Spot

The Wine Spot at 2271 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights, will hold a Toppling Goliath tasting 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12. Premium Beverage’s Bill Baxter’s will guide the tasting. Toppling Goliath, based in Decorah, Iowa, is considered one of the best breweries in the world by craft-beer aficionados. The Wine Spot tasting will focus on several of Toppling Goliath’s IPAs, including their flagships Pseudo Sue Pale Ale and King Sue NEIPA side by side on tap. DETAILS

NIGHTLIFE

MIX: Cupid at CMA

Dance the night away Friday, Feb. 7, while surrounded by historic art at the Cleveland Museum of Art’s monthly MIX event. This month, the theme centers on love and romance, in honor of Valentine’s Day. Eat, drink, dance and learn about the sweet, sappy and scandalous love stories behind artworks on view in the permanent collection. 6-10 p.m. 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland. DETAILS

FAMILY FUN

Cleveland Metroparks Chalet Toboggan Run

An overhead view down the Cleveland Metroparks Chalet Toboggan Run in the Mill Stream Run Reservation in Strongsville.

Cleveland Metroparks Toboggan Chutes

You’ll find your thrill in the chill at the Chalet in Strongsville, whooshing down the 700-foot refrigerated ice chutes on an old-timey toboggan. Afterwards, warm up by the fire with a cup of hot chocolate. Tickets, $6-$12. The Chalet in Millstream Run Reservation, 16200 Valley Pkwy, Strongsville Weekends through early March (weather permitting). MORE INFO

The Great Big Home & Garden Show at the I-X Center

Whether you’re looking to plant a new garden, tackle a home renovation project, or move into a new house, you’ll find everything you need with more than 600 vendors under one roof at the I-X Center. Be sure to stroll the beautiful garden showcase for landscaping ideas. 1 I-X Center Dr, Cleveland. Now through Feb. 9. DETAILS

THEATER

Clue

“Clue” is being presented at the Cleveland Play House’s Allen Theatre through Feb. 23.

“Clue” at the Cleveland Play House’s Allen Theatre

Forget “Knives Out.” Based on the classic 1985 movie and Hasbro board game, the Cleveland Play House’s production of the original, ultimate whodunit will keep you guessing for an entire month. Was it Colonel Mustard in the library with a candlestick or perhaps Mrs. Peacock in the study with a knife? Jan. 25-Feb. 23. Allen Theatre, 1407 Euclid Ave, Cleveland. DETAILS

“Sassy Mamas” at Karamu House

Described as a feisty romantic comedy, this play is about three middle-aged women in search of relationships with younger men. Just don’t call them “cougars.” They prefer “black panthers.” Karamu House, 2355 E 89th St, Cleveland. Thursdays-Sundays through Feb. 23. DETAILS

MUSIC

Roddy Ricch

Roddy Ricch performs onstage at the 2019 BET Experience in Los Angeles. (Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for BET)Getty Images for BET

Roddy Ricch at Cleveland’s House of Blues

Rapper Roddy Ricch released his first mixtape in 2017, leading to collaborations with Nipsey Hussle, DJ Mustard and other established hip-hop artists. He just won a Grammy Award for “Ballin,'” a collaboration with Mustard, and earned a nomination for “Racks in the Middle,” a project with Hussle. His new studio album, “Please Excuse Me for Being Antisocial,” has yielded the hit single, “The Box.” 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7. 308 Euclid Ave, Cleveland. The show is sold out but tickets are for sale on secondary sites like StubHub. DETAILS

Whitney at Beachland Ballroom

This Chicago-based band creates catchy, appealing songs, delivering them in bright arrangements anchored by singer-drummer Julien Ehrlich’s falsetto vocals. Their new album, “Forever Turned Around,” was included in dozens of best of 2019 lists, including Billboard, The Boston Globe, Under The Radar, VICE, and more. Enjoy the ride on songs like “No Woman,” “Golden Days” and “Valleys (My Love).” 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11. CHAI opens. 15711 Waterloo Rd., Cleveland. DETAILS

Siriusxm Presents Totally 80′s Live at House of Blues

The Motels, Bow Wow Wow and When In Rome II bring back the New Wave in this package tour. Dance to “Only The Lonely” (The Motels), “I Want Candy” (Bow Wow Wow), “The Promise” (When in Rome) and more. 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8. 308 Euclid Ave, Cleveland. DETAILS

Sunny Sweeney at the Beachland Ballroom

A sassy, smart bad-girl country singer in the mold of Kacey Musgraves and Ashley Monroe, Sweeney has released four studio albums since 2006, the latest being 2017’s “Trophy.” Her best-known songs include “From a Table Away,” “Better Bad Idea” and “Bad Girl Phase.” 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12. Erin Enderlin opens. 15711 Waterloo Rd., Cleveland. DETAILS

COMEDY

Celebrity Fight Night XXV - Show

PHOENIX, AZ - MARCH 23: Chris Tucker speaks onstage during Celebrity Fight Night XXV on March 23, 2019 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images for Celebrity Fight Night)Getty Images for Celebrity Fight

Chris Tucker at MGM Northfield Park

The star of the “Rush Hour” movies returns to his standup roots as he brings his fast-talking, maniacal style of comedy for one laugh-out-loud night Friday Feb. 7, at MGM Northfield Park, 10777 Northfield Rd, Northfield. 8 p.m. DETAILS

MOVIES

Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn

Margot Robbie in, 'Birds of Prey: And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn.' (DC Entertainment/TNS)TNS

“Birds of Prey”

The DC Extended Universe continues as Margot Robbie reprises her role as Harley Quinn from “Suicide Squad.” Fresh off her breakup with the Joker (Jared Leto’s Joker, not Joaquin Phoenix), the Fantabulous Miss Quinn teams up with a trio of unlikely allies to save a young girl from one of Gotham’s most ruthless villains. Opens wide Feb. 7 with preview screenings Feb. 6. (1:49) R.

Recent releases

“The Rhythm Section”: A woman seeks vengeance against those who plotted the plane crash that killed her family. With Blake Lively, Jude Law, Sterling K. Brown. Written by Mark Burnell. Directed by Reed Morano. (1:47) R.

“Gretel & Hansel”: A young girl and her little brother find terror in the deep woods in this reimagining of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale. With Sophia Lillis, Samuel Leakey, Jessica De Gouw, Alice Krige. Written by Rob Hayes. Directed by Oz Perkins. (1:27) PG-13.

BONUS FUN

Play It Loud: Instruments of Rock & Roll

This is Buddy Holly's Gibson J-45 acoustic guitar with a hand-tooled leather cover on display for the new exhibit "Play It Loud: Instruments of Rock & Roll" at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. (Lisa DeJong/The Plain Dealer)Lisa DeJong/The Plain Dealer

Play It Loud: Instruments of Rock & Roll

The single largest exhibit in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s history features more than 130 of the most iconic instruments in music history, from Jimi Hendrix and Bruce Springsteen to Elvis and The Beatles. Cleveland.com’s Troy L. Smith calls it the Rock Hall’s “grandest exhibit ever.” Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, 1100 Rock and Roll Boulevard Through Sept. 13. READ MORE

Save the date

Cleveland.com’s Anne Nickoloff and Joey Morona look ahead at the month’s fun: 40 things to do in Cleveland this February

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