What’s going on in Lansing this weekend

THURSDAY, March 31 — This weekend, the Greater Lansing area is stacked with fun events. From diverse music events to Riverwalk Theatre auditions, the local arts scene is gradually getting back to normal. Have little ones? There’s even something fun for the kids happening over at Impression 5. For those in need of help with planning your calendar, City Pulse has you covered. Here’s a wide mix of things going down that are fun for all ages. If you still don’t see something you like, you can check out our full calendar of events by visiting the City Pulse Events Calendar. 

Friday, April 1 

Pianist Pascal Le Boeuf in East Lansing
University Club of Michigan State University members can enjoy the talents of pianist Pascal Le Boeuf. The award-winning pianist and composer, known for blending classical and production-based technology, will be performing at the University Club at 7 p.m.

Pascal Le Boeuf
7 p.m.
University Club
3435 Forest Road, Lansing

Sally Rogers and Claudia Schmidt at Ten Pound Fiddle
The Ten Pound Fiddle is presenting the musical talents of Sally Rogers and Claudia Schmidt. Both Rogers and Schmidt are performers — Rogers will share contemporary songs and stories, while Schmidt is set to bring a “hodge-podge” of music, poetry and drama. The performance will start at 7:30 p.m. at University United Methodist Church in East Lansing. Tickets for non-Fiddle members start at $20 in-person or online.

Sally Rogers and Claudia Schmidt
7:30 p.m.
University Methodist Church
1120 S. Harrison Road, East Lansing

Wild Kratts Exhibit at Impression 5
The Wild Kratts exhibit is heading to Impression 5 Science Center. Kids and parents will be able to enjoy checking out interesting animals straight from Preuss Pets.

Wild Kratts Exhibit
Impression 5 Science Center
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
200 Museum Dr., Lansing 

Saturday, April 2

Spartan Dischords in East Lansing
The Spartan Dischords, Michigan State University’s longest-running all-male Acapella group, are celebrating 40 years of performing. The gig will feature the current group, as well as past Dischords from multiple eras — including the ’80s, ’90s, 2000s and 2010s. The show starts at 7:30 p.m., and tickets start at $15.

Spartan Dischords
7:30 p.m.

Paxton Spangler Septet at UrbanBeat
The Paxton Spangler Septet is heading to UrbanBeat in Old Town to perform a set of South African Jazz music. The seven-piece group is known for bringing high energy to the stage and packing Detroit Soul into its performances. Doors are at 6 p.m. and tickets cost $10 advance and $15 at the door.

Paxton Spangler Septet
6 p.m.
UrbanBeat
1213 Turner Road, Lansing

Bass Dogs at The Avenue Café
Avenue Café is hosting a night of bass-focused dance music from the Space Dogg Collective. The event, titled “Bass Dogs,” will also include drum and bass selections from DJs Surge, Skeptic and PRIM. The show starts at 8:30 p.m. and there is no cover charge.

Bass Doggs
8:30 p.m.
Avenue Café
2021 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing

Sunday, April 3 

Riverwalk Theatre auditions

Riverwalk Theatre is seeking auditions to cast its new play about “four beautiful, badass women” who “lose their heads in this irreverent, girl-powered comedy set during the French Revolution’s Reign of Terror.” Click here for all the info you need to audition.

“The Revolutionists” Auditions
Riverwalk Theatre
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
228 Museum Dr., Lansing