March 4–April 1. The Main Cinema, Minneapolis. $14 17th annual Minnesota Cuban Film Festival showcases contemporary Cuban cinema exploring themes of social change, resilience, and culture. Weekly screenings conclude with discussions, and the final event includes a performance by singer Gloria Rivera. Details and tickets at mspfilm.org.
March 19–April 12. History Theatre. $25–$60. Playwright Sandra Struthers delivers a high-energy comedy inspired by the Willmar Eight bank strike and infused with ’80s pop culture flair. The production blends history, humor and social commentary in a fast-paced theatrical experience. historytheatre.com.
March 26, noon–1 p.m. Landmark Center. Free. Cellists Michelle Kinney and Jacqueline Ultan perform as Purple Orange, blending improvisation and contemporary chamber music in this lunchtime concert. landmarkcenter.org/event/schubert-club-courtroom-concert-purple-orange-michelle-kinney-and-jacqueline-ultan.