Among this week's performances in the area, Melinda Doolittle will appear at The Centrum.[/caption] The weekend kicks off with Cinco de Mayo and also includes musical and theatrical performances in the Spring and Klein area. See our Cinco de Mayo guide for a listing of places to find specials on food and beverages on Friday.

May 5

"The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)" Playhouse 1960 presents an irreverent performance covering all 37 of William Shakespeare's plays in the span of 97 minutes. This is the first show in a run of performances that will carry on throughout the month. 8 p.m. $15-$18. Playhouse 1960, 6814 Grant Road, Houston. 281-587-8234. www.playhouse1960.com "The Case of the Malted Falcon" The audience is invited to participate in solving the murder of “The Case of the Malted Falcon,” presented by Old West Melodrama Productions at Puffabelly’s in Old Town Spring. This is the first show in a string of performances that will carry on throughout the month. 7 p.m. $14-$16. Puffabelly’s Old Depot Restaurant, 100 Main St., Spring. 281-350-3376. www.puffabellys.com

May 6

Grand reopening Children's Learning Adventure celebrates the reopening of its Gleannloch location with games and festivities, including face painting, bowling and barbecue. This early childhood education center had to perform renovations after suffering damage from heavy rain last year. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 8901 Spring Cypress Road, Spring. 877-781-0603. www.childrenslearningadventure.com CB&I Triathlon This multisport event, produced by The Woodlands Township Parks and Recreation Department, offers high-caliber competition and a scenic course. The 2017 race is a USA Triathlon-sanctioned event and features a field of at least 1,400 participants. Participants range from beginners to nationally ranked triathletes. The race consists of a 500-meter open water swim, a 12-mile bike course and a 5k run. 7 a.m.-11:30 a.m. $120-$185. Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3950. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov Melinda Doolittle performance The vocalist is known for appearances on "American Idol" and background vocal work for artists such as Aretha Franklin, Michael McDonald, Aaron Neville and Johnny Lane. In this performance, she presents a selection of popular songs. 8 p.m. $35-$65. The Centrum, 6823 Cypresswood Drive, Spring. 281-440-4850. www.cypresscreekface.org