Things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit
Here are six ideas for getting out and about in Metro Detroit this weekend
Schumann & Elgar’s Enigma at Orchestra Hall
Led by conductor Juanjo Mena, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra will perform three concerts featuring pianist Inon Barnatan. The ensemble will perform Sir William Walton’s “Scapino: A Comedy Overture” and Sir Edward Elgar’s “Enigma Variations,” plus other pieces. View the Saturday performance for free at dso.org, YouTube or Facebook Live. Friday’s concert will be broadcast and streamed live at 90.9 WRCJ-FM. 10:45 a.m. Fri., 8 p.m. Sat. and 3 p.m. Sun. $19 and up. 3711 Woodward, Detroit. (313) 576-5111. Dso.org.
Trinity Irish Dance at Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts
Made up of talented performing artists from around the world, this dance company brings progressive Irish dance to the stage of Music Hall this St. Patrick’s Day weekend. The Chicago Tribune said the group has “a cool vibe that stretches the limits of what Irish dance can do.” 8 p.m. Fri. $30-$50. 350 Madison, Detroit. (313) 887-8500. Musichall.org.
Bianca Del Rio at Masonic Theatre
Colorful and charismatic drag queen Bianca Del Rio brings her “Dead Inside Comedy Tour” to the stage of the Masonic Cathedral Theatre this weekend. The insult comic was the first drag queen to headline Wembley Arena in London and also topped the New Yorker’s list of “100 Most Powerful Drag Queens in America.” 7 p.m. Sat. $42 and up. 500 Temple, Detroit. (313) 548-1320. themasonic.com.
Madrigal Chorale at Ellen Kayrod Gallery
Visual arts and choral music intersect at the Madrigal Chorale’s annual pops concert. Hear hits from Broadway and the radio, plus American classics, while gazing at artworks at this art gallery in the Hannah Center. Tickets include light refreshments and spirited beverages. “Drawing on the talents of our own artistic leadership, this event has allowed us to expand farther into our community and couple two artistic mediums together for a remarkable sensory experience,” said the chorale’s artist director Dr. Brandon Ulrich. 7:30 p.m. Sat. $40. 4750 Woodward, Detroit. madrgialchorale.org/tickets.
Paul Oakenfold at Magic Stick
British record producer, remixer and trance DJ returns to the stage at the upper-level club Magic Stick in Detroit. Oakenfold is supported by blklght, Kawsan, Fedo and Da11as, plus more DJs outside on the Alley Deck. 9 p.m. Sat. $20-$25. 4120 Woodward, Detroit. Majesticdetroit.com.
Dionne Warwick at Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts
Legendary songstress Dionne Warwick returns to the Music Hall stage for a concert at Music Hall Sunday evening. She’s expected to sing her hits, including songs by her longtime collaborator Burt Bacharach including “Walk on By,” “Alfie” and “I Say a Little Prayer.” 7:30 p.m. Sun. $59 and up. 350 Madison, Detroit. (313) 887-8500. Musichall.org.
Melody Baetens