Joey McLaughlin talks with the Illinois Times’ Michelle Ownbey about things other than the Illinois State Fair to do this weekend.

Dual Piano plays The Beatles
FRIDAY, SATURDAY: 7:30 p.m., SUNDAY: 2 p.m.
Damien Kaplan and Mark Gifford – the improvastional and comic due is back.
Hoogland Center for the Arts

“School of Rock”
FRIDAY, SATURDAY
Based on the popular 2003 movie
The Muni

“Peter Pan – A Children’s Ballet”
FRIDAY, SATURDAY
The Springfield Dance Theatre presents the tale of the boy who wouldn’t grow up. Join in the Pirates and Pixies party 30 minutes prior to showtime for crafts and character meet and greets.
The Legacy Theatre

Totally Rad 90s Improv
SATURDAY: 8 p.m.
Capital City Improv’s last show of the season. Dress to impress for a chance to win prizes.
Hoogland

Springfield Comic Book Convention
SUNDAY: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
New and old comic books, toys and collectibles.
Route 66 Hotel and Conference Center