7 days of things to do, Feb. 24 to March 2: See Wanda Sykes, go sugaring
Plus Anderson .Paak, a world premiere, and Martha Graham Cracker.
SUNDAY
Anderson .Paak & the Free Nationals
The California rapper came to prominence with contributions to Dr. Dre’s Compton album. On this tour stop, he’s promoting last year’s rock-solid Oxnard.
8 p.m., the Fillmore, 29 E. Allen St., $92 for a verified resale ticket, 215-309-0150, thefillmorephilly.com
MONDAY
Martha Graham Cracker Cabaret
Expect plenty of laughs, live music, and fake eyelashes at this performance by actor Dito van Reigersberg’s alter ego.
7 to 9:30 p.m., L’Etage, 624 S. Sixth St., $20 in advance, $30 on the day of show, 21+, 215-592-0656, facebook.com/MarthaGrahamCracker
TUESDAY
Wanda Sykes
She may not want to admit it to the world, but the Emmy-winning comedian is a part-time Media resident — she was even spotted voting there in November. This week, she returns for a more entertaining reason: two nights at Punch Line Philly.
8 p.m., also Wednesday, Punch Line Philly, 33 E. Laurel St., sold out, 215-606-6555, punchlinephilly.com
WEDNESDAY
‘BOB: A Life in Five Acts’
Bob’s on a lifelong quest to become "a great man.” Follow his epic, cross-country journey in pursuit of a dream not unlike our own.
8 p.m., with additional shows through March 17, Azuka Theatre Company, 302 S. Hicks St., pay what you decide, 215-563-1100, azukatheatre.org
THURSDAY
Philly Black Trans History: A Multigenerational Panel
The Trans Masculine Advocacy Network hosts a discussion of the black transgender community in the city, featuring pioneers of all ages. Members of the queer community and allies are welcome.
6 to 8:30 p.m., William Way LGBT Community Center, 1315 Spruce St., free, 215-732-2220, waygay.org
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
Dance Theater of Harlem
This visit is part of the dance company’s 50th anniversary season and will include the world premiere of the Nyman String Quartet No. 2 by resident choreographer and Philadelphia native Robert Garland.
8 p.m., Friday, also 2 and 8 p.m., Saturday, Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut St., $64 to $78, 215-898-3900, annenbergcenter.org
Maple Sugar Day
Fox Chase Farm holds its annual celebration of everything maple, including tours, candy making, crafts, and pancake tasting.
Noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, Fox Chase Farm, 8500 Pine Rd., $3, 215-728-7900, foxchasefarm.org