10 Things To Do in Detroit This Weekend (Feb. 24-26)

Hot rods, cabaret, and a pottery exhibit are just some of the creative events happening around Metro Detroit this weekend.
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For as long as man has been capable of thought, the meaning of life has been questioned by scientists, philosophers, the clergy, and more. The British comedy troupe, Monty Python, tackles that question in the screening of Monty Python鈥檚 The Meaning of Life. Feb. 24-25. , 313-537-2560.

: Let it Be, a tribute to the Beatles, turns back the clock to Oct. 9, 1980, on what would have been John Lennon鈥檚 40th birthday. The Fab Four reunite after a decade apart to perform. Feb. 25. ; 586-286-222.

This year, the venue brings back some favorite storytellers from festivals past including Bil Lepp, Don White, and Bill Harley, 鈥渢he Mark Twain of Contemporary Children鈥檚 Music.鈥 Feb. 25. The Ark, ; 734-761-1800.

The hot rod show returns to Detroit for the 65th time. Classic autos, custom cars, hot rods, and more will be on the trade show floor along with special guest appearances, a pinup girl contest, and the annual Ridler Award competition for the best car in show. Feb. 24-26. Cobo Center, 1 Washington Blvd., Detroit; 734-261-0123.

Engines Exposed pops open the hoods of dozens of the most memorable vehicles at the Henry Ford. The exhibit will include guided tours, hands-on demonstrations, and more. Through Feb. 26. ; 313-982-6220.

Henry and Alice have been married for 25 years and the romance seems to be gone. Determined to spice up their marriage, Alice gets a hotel room and brings along a 鈥淪ex for Dummies鈥 manual. The Michigan premiere of Sexy Laundry provides insight into Henry and Alice鈥檚 quest for the rediscovery of their love. Through Feb. 26. ; 248-347-0003.

Featuring some of the most memorable songs in theater history, Cabaret is a Tony Award-winning musical with a classic score by John Kander and Fred Ebb. Feb. 21-26. ; 517-353-1982.

Described as 鈥渁 people鈥檚 potter,鈥 Detroit native John Glick has been producing pottery from his Farmington Hills studio since 1965. In the exhibit John Glick: A Legacy in Clay, pieces from the acclaimed ceramist鈥檚 five decade-long career will be on display. Through March 12. ; 248-645-3323.

Detroit After Dark showcases the Motor City鈥檚 eclectic mix of nightclubs, architecture, musicians, and quiet streets. With photos dating from the 1950s to as recently as 2014, the exhibit cements Detroit鈥檚 place as a vibrant city. Through April 23. ; 313-833-7900.

The Women of a New Tribe is a series of glamorous portraits of African-American women in many social and physical manifestations. Through April 15. ; 810-234-1695.