10 Things to Do This Weekend in Metro Detroit (March 16-18)

Including March Madness events, classic films, comedy shows, dance troupes, and more
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See the enchanting tale of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella at the Fisher Theatre. // Photograph courtesy of Carol Rosegg.

Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle: Crowned by one critic as the “best comedian to see after a messy breakup,” Debra DiGiovanni is a master of honesty and awkward moments. March 15-17. $10+. 310 S. Troy St., Royal Oak; 248-542-9900; comedycastle.com

NCAA Tournament: March Madness is in full effect as the first- and second-round 2018 NCAA Division 1 Men’s Basketball Championship games take place at the Little Caesars Arena. March 16-18. $198+. Little Caesars Arena, 2645 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-471-7000; 313presents.com

Detroit Film Theatre: The dramedy In Between (Bar Bahar), which is director Maysaloun Hamoud’s film debut, tells about three Palestinian-Israeli women who are learning how to navigate their cultural traditions in modern times. March 16-18. $7.50+. 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-833-7900; dia.org

Redford Theatre: John Wayne Weekend will feature showings of the Hollywood legend’s biggest hits — “The Searchers” and “The Quiet Man.” March 16 and 17. $5. 17360 Lahser Rd., Detroit; 313-537-2560; redfordtheatre.com

Fisher Theatre: In Rodgers and Hammerstein’s version of Cinderella, showgoers can expect to see a musical take on the classic tale of a young woman whose life changes after losing her glass slipper. March 13-18. $35+. 3011 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit; 313-872-1000; broadwayindetroit.com

Fox Theatre: The international percussion sensation Stomp is bringing the beat to Detroit. The award-winning show will feature new choreography incorporating shopping carts, plumbing fixtures, and more. March 16-17. $20+. 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-471-3200; 313presents.com

The Michigan Five: The best dancers from five Michigan colleges will share the stage. Dance troupes and programs from Hope College, Oakland University, Wayne State University, University of Michigan, and Western Michigan University will be performing routines created by some of the best choreographers. March 17. $27+. The Berman Center for Performing Arts, 6600 W. Maple Rd., West Bloomfield; 248-661-2900; theberman.org

Walker Hayes: Country music artist Walker Hayes will make his way to Saint Andrew’s Hall this weekend. His latest album, Boom, features the single “You Broke Up with Me.” March 17. $15. Saint Andrew’s Hall 431 E. Congress St., Detroit; 313-961-8961; saintandrewsdetroit.com

St. Patrick’s Day Family Fun: Round up the family for Irish dancing, food trucks, and more. The family friendly event will feature activities for kids , as well as screenings of NCAA March Madness games for adults. March 17. Free. Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave., Detroit; downtowndetroitparks.com

Board Game Night: Detroit’s Neapolitan pizzeria will host its weekly board game night in its community room. Over 50 board games will be set up and ready to play. March 16. Free. PizzaPlex, 4458 Vernor Hwy., Detroit; 313-757-4992; theloadeddie.com