Event: “Some Like It Hot” at Playhouse Square’s Connor Palace
Date: 11/15-24
Price: From $30
Description: Set in Chicago during the Prohibition era, this stage adaptation of the 1959 classic film starring Marilyn Monroe is flashy and over the top in the best possible way. The plot is literally “shot” into motion when two male musicians are forced to flee the city after witnessing a mob hit. To keep their identity a secret from the gangsters chasing them, the pair must disguise themselves as women to remain anonymous on their cross-country train journey. The musical more than does justice to all the crazy antics of the movie, promising theater-goers a “glorious, big, high-kicking” time.
Event: Homecoming Tailgate
Date: 11/16
Price: Free
Description: This year’s pre-Homecoming game tailgate will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. along East 115th Street from the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Residence Hall to the North Residential Village Starbucks, featuring tabling and performances from several CWRU and local Cleveland groups. Free food will be provided to students and alumni from Barrio, Off the Griddle and Squash the Beef. Alternative food options for those with dietary restrictions will be available as well, plus a cash bar/beer garden area for attendees 21 and older and hot beverages from Odd Dog Coffee. Finally, the Class Officer Collective will be giving away sweatshirts to undergraduate students only. All food and giveaways will be on a first-come-first-served basis, so be sure to arrive at the tailgate early if you have your heart set on something particular.
Event: Homecoming Football Game
Date: 11/16
Price: Free
Description: After hanging out at the tailgate, cross the street to DiSanto Field to watch the Case Western Reserve University Spartans take on the Carnegie Mellon University Tartans. Kickoff will be at 1:30 p.m., and the game is estimated to end around 3:30 p.m. At halftime, you’ll be able to watch this year’s Homecoming Court winners be crowned CWRU royalty.
Event: Best of Both Worldz: Miley vs. Hannah Dance Party
Date: 11/16
Price: $15
Description: This 18-plus dance party is for fans of Miley Cyrus and Hannah Montana alike, featuring music from your favorite former Disney Channel stars both as teenagers on air and adults onstage. Sing and dance your heart out at Mahall’s in Lakewood to hits by Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, Hilary Duff and Aly & AJ as well as songs from soundtracks of iconic movies such as “High School Musical” and “Camp Rock.” In the words of Hilary Duff as quoted on the Mahall’s website, “This is what dreams are made of!”
Event: The Great Grog Bake Off
Date: 11/19
Price: $7-10
Description: Inspired by “The Great British Bake Off,” this one-night amateur baking competition hosted by Coventry’s The Grog Shop is sure to be a hit with contestants and attendees alike. Those eager to win the cash pot—which is the pool of spectators’ entry fees—will face off in a “Signature Bake” of 12 mini pies. The pies must use Ohio produce and showcase rich fall flavors as well as the bakers’ “personality, creative flair, and baking abilities.” Those in the audience, on the other hand, have the arduous task of eating and judging the contestants’ creations. To supplement the popular vote, there are two professional chefs to serve as the event’s Paul and Prue, and Cleveland food podcasters Alex Darus and Josh Duke will stand in for hosts Noel and Alison. On your marks, get set, bake!
Event: UPB x Case Reserve Review: Salon D’Automne
Date: 11/21
Price: Free
Description: Enjoy an intimate autumnal gathering at the Glidden House “inspired by the elegance of French art salons and Parisian café culture,” according to the event’s description on CampusGroups. Attendees are promised poetry readings, light refreshments and crafts, including mirror and mosaic ring dish decorating. Be sure to reserve your slot in advance as slots are limited.