🎭 The Outsiders return to CLE

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Even when Slavic Village was ground zero for the foreclosure crisis. When storefront vacancies hit 45% on Fleet Avenue. When things get dire…

There’s always the 49er.

Built in 1957 and owned by Bob & Sheri Brake since 1981, the classic diner is an island of tranquility in a sea of tumult -- and one of the coolest spots anywhere.

Check out the ‘50s-era jukeboxes around the vintage counter and stools, the tiled floor, old-school car décor, old-timey hospitality, heap of charm and delicious diner staples at retro prices.

“Some places try to look old, but this is a real, old diner,” says Sheri Brake, who doubles as the cook and waitress.

Which is why “The Land” is coming for a plate of authenticity and a side of cool.

Hulu’s NFL drama -- starring William H. Macy, Chris Meloni and Mandy Moore – will shoot at the 49er this week during a filming barrage in Cleveland.

“Chris Meloni sat at our counter out of the blue in December,” says Brake. “I was mad I missed him because I was off that day.”

“The Land” – created by Dan Fogelman (‘This is Us’) – shot and scouted locations in the fall.

Meloni, who will play the coach, met with Browns players during practice. Macy is cast as the owner, with Moore as his daughter.

The show received $859,266.90 in Ohio tax credits to shoot in Cuyahoga County – as part of ongoing efforts that have transformed Ohio into a hub of film production.

It’s made the 49er an IMDB regular.

“We’ve been in two other movies, ‘White Boy Rick’ and ‘Queen and Slim,’” she says. “But I’m still excited for ‘The Land’… I like Chris from ‘Law and Order: SVU’ and this time I plan to be here.”

Playhouse Square is Cleveland’s greatest preservation story and the nation’s second-largest performing arts center.

It’s also proved to be a hub for theatrical development, and not just the district co-produced “The Outsiders” -- winner of the 2024 Tony Award for Best Musical.

Adapted from S.E. Hinton’s seminal novel and Francis Ford Coppola’s iconic film, the musical opens a 24-show run in Connor Palace at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Info.

It’s also a homecoming for its producers -- brothers Matthew Rego and Michael Rego and childhood friend Hank Unger—who got their start acting, directing, and putting on shows at venues such as the Beck Center for the Arts.

“Presenting the first national tour here at Playhouse Square and sharing The Outsiders with Cleveland audiences is a true full circle moment,” says David Greene, senior vice president of programming at Playhouse Square. “

Published in 1967, Hinton’s novel revolutionized Young Adult reading by addressing class conflict, social alienation and teen rebellion. It’s the literary equivalent of “Rebel Without a Cause.”

OK, so maybe insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.

But Red Lobster’s crazy new promotion is more likely to drive its patrons bonkers – for shrimp.

The seafood chain has revived its Endless Shrimp deal – two years after it filed for bankruptcy in part because of an $11 million loss from the shrimp promotion.

"Endless Shrimp has been a part of Red Lobster's legacy for 20 years and our guests have never stopped asking for it,” said CEO Damola Adamolekun.

The deal runs for a limited time — so dig in and go bonkers before Red Lobster pulls the plug on it (or has to file Chapter 11 again).

MONDAY

The Toasters: One of America’s first third-wave ska bands, the NYC outfit hits the Grog Shop to celebrate 45 years and nine albums with a career-spanning show. 8 p.m. Info.

Bark at the Park: Bring your dog to the Guardians-Rays game and help raise money for the Cleveland APL. 6:10 p.m. at Progressive Field. Info.

TUESDAY

“Manet & Morisot”:  The just-opened exhibition focuses on the creative exchange between Édouard Manet — often called the father of modern painting — and Berthe Morisot, the only woman among the founding members of the Impressionist movement. It’s the centerpiece of the museum's 2026 lineup and runs through July 5. Info.

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Andrew Berry loves to wheel and deal and outdid himself this time.

The Browns GM made six trades to move down and up in the draft – and came away with four of the top 32 consensus players in the draft.

Berry followed first round picks Spencer Fano (OT, Utah) and KC Concepcion (WR, Texas A&M) with Denzel Boston (WR, Washington) and Emmanuel McNeil Warren (S, Toledo).

He used the Browns’ six other picks on depth and high-upside developmental QB Talen Green (Arkansas).

Berry earned raves last year and is getting As again with this class – with draft gurus declaring the Browns are back. Check out the grades:

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