Discover Cleveland's Holiday Musical Delights

Thursday, December 19

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony takes the stage at the House of Blues, 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, at 8 p.m. with tickets ranging from $55 to $99.50. This 30th anniversary show is a must-see for hip-hop fans, featuring hometown heroes and a special appearance by Treach of Naughty By Nature. It's a fun trip down Nostalgia Lane for those who were alive and hip hop heads in the '90s and early 2000s. And who knows, they might even break out a localized version of "Christmas in Hollis" with a Cleveland twist.

The Cleveland Orchestra presents Disney's "The Muppet Christmas Carol" in concert at the Severance Music Center, 11001 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $95 to $125. This family-friendly night features the Muppet's take on the Christmas classic tale with live music from the Cleveland Orchestra.

Bill Kirchen's Honky Tonk Holiday Show is at the Beachland Tavern, 15711 Waterloo Rd, Cleveland, at 8 p.m. with a ticket price of $30. Austin-based guitarist Kirchen, a founding member of Commander Cody and His Lost Planet Airman, brings his Telecaster and the "Two Turtle Doves" to play honky-tonk versions of holiday classics. You might even hear the original "Hot Rod Lincoln" performed by the guy himself.

Apostle Jones: A Holiday Special: In the Spirit of Togetherness is at the Beachland Ballroom, 15711 Waterloo Rd, Cleveland. Tickets range from $15 to $50. Popular local funky rock machine Apostle Jones returns with a talented dectet and local music luminaries for a holiday special.

Friday, December 20

Candlelight: Christmas Special Featuring "The Nutcracker" & More is at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 50 N Prospect St, Akron, at 8:45 p.m. with tickets priced from $33 to $46.50. This quiet night of live music features an hour-long program by the North Coast Quartet including pieces from "The Nutcracker" and other holiday hits.

Irish Christmas In America is at the Music Box Supper Club, 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, at 7:30 p.m. with tickets ranging from $30 to $40. This evening of Irish and Celtic holiday music is performed by vocalist Caitríona Sherlock, pipist and flautist Caoimhín Ó Fearghaíl, dancer and pianist Samantha Harvey, cittern player and vocalist Aaron Jones, and Emily Greaney on Irish harp and concertina.

Holiday Hootenanny is at The Grog Shop, 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, at 8 p.m. with a ticket price of $12. This fun and raucous night features glam-flavored "hi-lo-fi" rockers Cellophane Jane, longtime area country-punk favorites the Whiskey Daredevils, and melodic "heavy new wave" power trio Public Squares. Expect some rockin' holiday tunes like "Run, Run Rudolph" and "O, Holy Night."

The Cleveland Orchestra Holiday Concerts are at Mandel Concert Hall, 11001 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, at 7:30 p.m. with tickets ranging from $70 to $104. The world-renowned Cleveland Orchestra performs a series of holiday concerts throughout the weekend, including 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. concerts on Saturday and Sunday. Conductor Sarah Hicks will be there, along with Santa Claus for photo opportunities and cookies and beverages for the sweet-toothed.

Saturday, December 21

Jim Brickman's Comfort & Joy is at the Hanna Theatre, 2067 E 14th St., Cleveland, at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets cost $50 to $75. The Pride of Shaker Heights makes his annual holiday tour stop in his hometown with singer Anne Cochran, pianist John Trones, and the trio Young Original.

Dashiel performs at Wild Oscar's/Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St., Akron, at 7:30 p.m. with a ticket price of $20. This local boy's music dwells in the hushed, singer-songwriter-bedroom producer arena with contemporary R&B and EDM influences. He'll be accompanied by fellow multi-instrumentalists Ethan Marsh and Avery Green.

Neil Zaza's One Silent Night is at The Goodyear Theater, 1201 E. Market St., Akron, at 8 p.m. with tickets ranging from $25 to $35. The melodic shredder revives his show with new songs from his recent holiday album, "The Nutcracker Suite and Other Tales of Christmas Dark."

Countess Luann de Lesseps is at The Agora, 5000 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, at 8 p.m. with tickets priced from $39.50 to $150. For fans of reality television, de Lesseps is a cabaret star with several singles, including the 2021 holiday tune, "What Do I Want For Christmas?"

Sunday, December 22

Chestnuts Roasting: A Cozy Christmas Concert with Bryan Eng is at The Bop Stop, 2920 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, at 7 p.m. with tickets ranging from $20 to $25. The actor and jazz pianist has performed at various prestigious venues and this is a return engagement. If you can't make it in person, the show will be livestreamed for free on the Bop Stop's YouTube channel with donations encouraged.

Cleveland Tapes Presents: Red Black + Green Christmas is at The Grog Shop, 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, at 8:30 p.m. with tickets ranging from $10 to $15. This is another chance to explore the Cleveland hip-hop scene with veterans Muamin Collective, Me:You, Amani Cove, Peerless!, and Jung Speedbat.

Drag Brunch with Veranda L’Ni & Friends is at the Music Box Supper Club, 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, at noon with tickets ranging from $12 to $18. Host Veranda L’Ni provides "sass and class" for a holiday celebration with a Bloody Mary bar and a full brunch menu.

Winterloo on Waterloo is at the Waterloo Arts & Entertainment District from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. with free to $25 tickets. The Waterloo district venues team up to offer a day of live music with different genres at various locations. At 1 p.m., Praxis Fiber Workshop hosts "Holiday Surf" with Martini Five-O. At 2 p.m., there's "Holiday Indie/Folk" at the Cleveland Rocks Shop. At 3 p.m., the Millard Fillmore Presidential Library hosts "Holiday Punk" with The Super Babes. At 4 p.m., The Beachland Tavern hosts "Holiday Soul" with Hubbs Groove. And the day ends at 5:30 p.m. with a concert by The Ohio City Singers at Treelawn Music Hall.

Monday, December 23

Snowed In With Hope Spinner is at The Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St., Akron, at 7 p.m. with a ticket price of $20. This NEO-to-NYC transplant returns home with a big show featuring holiday and original tunes accompanied by local rockin' blues guitarist Michael Weber.

Tuesday, December 24

Spend the day with your loved ones and enjoy the holiday spirit. Maybe have a quiet dinner or watch a holiday movie together. It's a time to cherish the moments with those closest to you.