Weekend picks: Cedric The Entertainer, Charlie Murphy and more 'Get Down'

Comedy titans

Cedric The Entertainer, Eddie Griffin, D.L. Hughley, George Lopez and Charlie Murphy are all on the bill for "The Comedy Get Down World Tour" on Saturday at the United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago. $49.75-$89.50. (800) 745-3000 or unitedcenter.com. 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23

Icy animation

See characters from "Frozen," "The Princess and the Frog," "Finding Nemo" and other animated films when the touring skating show "Disney On Ice Celebrates 100 Years of Magic" comes to town starting Wednesday at the Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont, before moving to the United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago. $20-$90. (800) 745-3000 or allstatearena.com or unitedcenter.com. Rosemont: various showtimes through Sunday, Jan. 24

Ingenuity and achievement

The annual Black Creativity program at the Museum of Science and Industry kicks off with a free family day on Monday and a special African-American art exhibit at 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago. Free admission Monday, Jan. 18, otherwise $18; $11 kids ages 3 to 11; $17 seniors. (773) 684-1414 or msichicago.org. 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily; exhibit through Saturday, Feb. 27

On the rails

The Enchanted Railroad returns for another season, this time featuring a Lego train car crafted by Nature Connects artist Sean Kenney. The model trains are in action now at the Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. $9; $8 seniors; $6 kids 2 to 17. (630) 968-0074 or mortonarb.org. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; art exhibit through Sunday, Feb. 21

Take off

Travel experts Rick Steves, Pauline Frommer, Peter Greenberg and more will offer vacation advice and tips at the 12th annual Chicago Travel & Adventure Show this weekend at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont. $16 one-day admission at the door; $25 two-day ticket. (847) 692-2220 or rosemont.com. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24

Sports card spectacular

Sports card collectors can browse through thousands of items at the Sports Card Show at Holiday Inn Elgin, 495 Airport Road. Find baseball, basketball, football and hockey cards, card sets, unopened packs, wax boxes and more. Free. For information, call Corky at (847) 658-4981 or email collectable2@yahoo.com. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23

Say 'Cheesecake'

Eli's Cheesecake hosts a birthday party in honor of its founder, Eli Schulman, at the Eli's Founder's Day Celebration at Eli's Cheesecake Bakery Cafe, 6701 W. Forest Preserve Drive, Chicago. Celebrate with a day of family activities including bingo, face painting, a coloring contest, a scavenger hunt, a prize wheel and more. Guests can also meet Eli's Big Slice mascot. Free. elicheesecake.com. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23; meet the mascot from 11 a.m. to noon

'Light-Filled Landscapes'

See the brightly colored, nature-inspired artwork of Lake County artist Linda Doyle at the "Light-Filled Landscapes" exhibit at Cracken Cakes & More bakery, 38594 N. Sheridan Road, Beach Park. Doyle will be on hand to meet with guests and discuss her work. Complimentary treats from the bakery will be served. Free. For information, call Cracken Cakes & More at (847) 603-4966. For details about Doyle, see lindadoyleart.com. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23

Home and Garden Expo

Thinking of remodeling? Learn about current trends in remodeling and home repair, plus see hundreds of displays of home improvement products and services from local and national experts at the Home and Garden Expo at Drury Lane Theater and Conference Center, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace. This year's show highlights kitchens, bathrooms and exterior remodeling. Free admission and seminars. (630) 953-2500 or oakbrookhomeshow.com. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 23-24

Gurnee's Frosty Fest

Bundle up and head outdoors for Gurnee's Frosty Fest at Bittersweet Golf Course, 875 Almond Road, Gurnee. Highlights include ice sculpting, dog-sledding and ice-carving demonstrations, horse-drawn carriage rides, winter games, snowshoeing, sledding, free hot cocoa and s'mores and more. Activities are subject to change, depending on weather conditions. Free. (847) 623-7788 or gurneeparkdistrict.com. 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23

Romantic trickery

Mozart's bittersweet comedy "Cosi Fan Tutti" gets a reality TV twist in a performance by the New Philharmonic this weekend at Belushi Performance Hall at College of DuPage's McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. $55. (630) 942-4000 or atthemac.org. 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23; 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24

'Masterworks for Two Pianos'

Pianists Aaron Stampfl and Elena Cholakova headline the "Masterworks for Two Pianos" Faculty Recital Series concert in Wheaton College's Pierce Memorial Chapel, at the corner of Washington and Franklin streets, Wheaton. The program features works by Mozart, Schubert, Ravel and Liszt. Stampfl is a member of the piano faculty at Wheaton College, and Cholakova is on faculty at Emory University. Tickets are available only at the door. $10 adults; $5 seniors over 60; free for students and Wheaton College ID holders. (630) 752-5099 or wheaton.edu. 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23

Briar Road

The Briar Road band - with artists Dan Zahn, Kate Moretti and Rusty Winchel - performs folk, jazz, swing and blues selections using a variety of musical instruments, including guitar, mandolin, ukulele, banjo and Native American-style flutes at the Maple Street Chapel, 220 S. Main St., Lombard. $15. maplestreetchapel.org. Doors open at 7 p.m., concert is at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23

Imaginative breed

The suburbs are a breeding ground of talent, a fact to which The Roalde Dahls can attest. Three friends who took on the challenge of making standout electronic-based music, the Dahls channel a calming energy with their unique build of rock, one that's emotional without being saccharin and energetic without being overwhelming. They headline a gathering of like-minded experimental musicians - Dream Council, Blue Cloud and Arrange for Use - at Quencher's Saloon. 9 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, at Quencher's Saloon, 2401 N. Western Ave., Chicago. $5. (773) 276-9730 or quenchers.com.

New moves

DanceWorks Chicago showcases its talented choreographers and dancers in a special suburban performance today at the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W. Campbell St., Arlington Heights. $25. (847) 577-2121 or metropolisarts.com. 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24

7 Minutes in Berwyn

Pop-punk rock band 7 Minutes in Heaven already has some national touring cred under its belt, but this weekend the trio is hanging in the suburbs with Marina City, a pop-rock band with ties to the far west suburban scene. The pairing is inspired, with 7MIH sporting upbeat, catchy hooks and singalong lyrics, and Marina City skating along the sharp edge between stylish, melodic pop and driving punk rock. Virginia rockers Broadside, Berwyn's Aiming for Average and Chicago's Belmont join the pair for the all-ages show. 6 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24, at Wire, 6815 W. Roosevelt Road, Berwyn. $10-$12. (708) 669-9473 or wireismusic.com.

Upcoming concerts

Artemis Singers with "Wildest Dreams" concert: 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, and 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24, Ethical Humanist Society, 7574 N. Lincoln Ave., Skokie. The group share their visions about social justice, the environment, feminism, empowerment, love and passion. The nonprofit Artemis Singers specialize in performing music written or arranged by women. Suggested donation of $15 in advance and $20 at the door for adults. Tickets for seniors age 65 and older and for children age 12 and younger are a suggested donation of $10. (773) 764-4465 or artemissingers.org.

American English with Brandon Bennett and "Elvis My Way": 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan. $25-$50. (800) 982-2787 or ticketmaster.com. For information, visit geneseetheatre.com.

"Michael Jackson Live Tribute": 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, Rosemont Theatre, 5400 N. River Road, Rosemont. $22.50-$150. Visit ticketmaster.com.

Ekoostik Hookah, Thinner Teed: 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, Reggie's Rock Club, 2109 S. State St., Chicago. Psych rock and blues. $7-$10; (312) 949-0120 or reggieslive.com.

Hip Pockit: 9 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, Peggy Kinnane's Irish Restaurant and Pub, 8 N. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights. $5. (847) 577-7733 or peggykinnanes.com.

The John Hersey Steel Band: 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24, Prospect Heights Library, 12 Elm St., Prospect Heights. Select group of Hersey High School percussion students perform various styles of music from Caribbean to classical. Free. Register by calling 847-259-3500 ext. 35, visiting the information desk, or online at phpl.info.

Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra: 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24, Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, 149 Brush Hill Road., Elmhurst. Baroque selections. $32 adults; $30 seniors; $9 for students. Group and family rates are also available. Tickets at elmhurstsymphony.org or by calling (630) 941-0202. There is an additional $5 per ticket charge for tickets purchased at the door.

DuPage Symphony Chamber: 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24, First United Methodist Church of Lombard, 155 S. Main St., Lombard. Classical. A complimentary reception with light refreshments follows program. $8-$15. dupagesymphony.org.

Contra, Tanzen, When Night Falls, Gatsby, If Looks Could Kill, Arcane Framework: 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24, House of Blues, 329 N. Dearborn St., Chicago. Rock. $10; (312) 923-2000 or houseofblues.com. Music Of The Baroque: 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24, North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. Baroque, classical. $38-$75. (847) 673-6300 or northshorecenter.org.

Violist Rose Armbrust Griffin and pianist Daniel Paul Horn: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26, Wheaton College's Pierce Memorial Chapel, corner of Washington and Franklin streets, Wheaton. Program features sonatas and other works for viola and piano. Tickets are available only at the door and cost $10 for general audience and $5 for seniors older than 60. Admission is free to students and Wheaton College ID holders. (630) 752-5099 or wheaton.edu.

TheyCallMeBiz, Lever, Civil Youth, Kid Cousin, FaceTime Police: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, Reggie's, 2109 S. State St., Chicago. Hip hop, jam, rock. $10; (312) 949-0120 or reggieslive.com.

Park Ridge Civic Orchestra with violinist Rachel Barton Pine: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, Pickwick Theatre, 5 S. Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge. Classical. $20-$25. (847) 692-7726 or parkridgecivicorchestra.org.

Sugar Blue: 9 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, Rosa's Lounge, 3420 W. Armitage Ave., Chicago. $10-$15. For ages 21 and older. Blues, jazz and more. (773) 342-0452 or rosaslounge.com.

Information is provided by entertainment venues. Check with venue before purchasing tickets. For more concert listings, visit dailyherald.com/calendar.