The Beat of a Different Drum

U-Theatre is the drum ensemble to end all drum ensembles. Founded in 1988, the group mixes meditation, martial arts, drama and dance into its live performances. Tonight at 7:30 at the Cleveland Museum of Art’s Gartner Auditorium, the troupe will present Sword of Wisdom, a works that consists of a collection of segments from its international touring repertoire; expect to hear lots of percussion work and see sacred dances. Tickets are $53 to $69. (Niesel)