Arts & Entertainment
Weekend Planner: It's Showtime!
Catch teen production "Project X: The Musical" on Friday at Norup International School or comedy act The Laugh Riot Dolls on Saturday at O'Mara's Restaurant, among other attractions.
There's something to keep everyone entertained this weekend in the Berkley and Huntington Woods area, including music, comedy, glitz and jewelry.
Here are a few suggestions.
- Where:
- When: 1:30 p.m. Friday
- Cost: $2
- Why go: Ryan Hurley and his best friend, Eric Gelb, are co-creators of the musical about four teenagers entering middle school. The students say the show tackles difficult subjects such as popularity, peer pressure, betrayal and staying true to yourself.
- What else: Visit the Project X: The Musical page on Facebook for more information.
- Where: , Berkley
- When: 9 p.m. Saturday
- Cost: $10
- Why go: The Laugh Riot Dolls is an all-female stand-up comedy show featuring Gemaine Gebhard, Esther Nevarez, Julie Lyons, Lisa Semerad, Maji Mu, Heather Kozlakowski and sexy candy cigarette girl Aricka McCauley.
- What else: The last show sold out, so get your tickets today by calling 248-399-6750. Sponsored by Clawson's .
- Where: , Ferndale
- When: 8 p.m. Thursday
- Cost: $10
- Why go: The Tim Machine explores life on Earth in three eras and examines how much our world changes and grows – or doesn't – through the eyes of an octogenarian named Tim, who invents a time machine in the year 2052.
- What else: Get tickets here.
- Where:
- When: 7 p.m. Friday
- Cost: $39
- Why go: Keb' Mo' is a three–time Grammy Award winner for Best Contemporary Blues Album and a key figure in the 2003 PBS series Martin Scorsese Presents The Blues. His 2011 album, The Reflection, features songs that have "a deep emotional connection and show Keb to be a master at blending blues, jazz, r&b and soul through melody and rhythm," according to his website. With special guest Anders Osborne.
- What else: Get tickets here. This is an all ages show.
- Where:
- When: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday
- Cost: Free admission
- Why go: The Royal Oak Farmers Market is hosting a showcase of vintage and handmade jewelry, clothing, furs and accessories, plus organic cosmetics.
- What else: Call 248-246-3276 for more information.
