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THEATER "The Screwtape Letters" is at the Lantern. Credit: Mark Garvin.'The Screwtape Letters'Through June 15Lantern Theater Company923 Ludlow St.$30 -$38, 215-829-0395www.lanterntheater.orgIn this dark comedy, adapted from a C.S. lewis novel by Anthony Lawton, a demon named Screwtape sits at a desk in hell, writing letters to his nephew, Wormwood, about how to corrupt a human soul. Expect music, dance and all manners of wickedness.'I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change'Through June 29Walnut Street Theatre825 Walnut St.$41.25, 215-574-3550www.walnutstreettheatre.orgAnyone's who has ever been in a relationship can relate tho this show, which hits on every cliche — from dating, to marriage, to dealing with the in-laws.MUSICEelsFriday, 8 p.m.Keswick Theatre291 N. Keswick Ave, Glenside$25-$37.50, 215-572-7650www.keswicktheatre.comEels are an indie band with a cult following — though they did see mainstream success in the ’90s with “Novocaine for the Soul.” They’re touring in support of their 11th studio album, “The Cautionary Tale of Mark Oliver Everett,” released April 21. Supporting Eels on the bill is up-and-coming singer-songwriter Chelsea Wolfe.Ingrid MichaelsonFriday, 8 p.m.Electric Factory421 N. 7th St.$41.45, 215-627-1332www.electricfactory.infoIngrid Michaelson might not be a household name, but we bet you know her songs, which have been featured on “Grey’s Anatomy” and “One Tree Hill,” and in commercials and movies. She’s touring in support of her new album, “Lights Out,” released April 15.‘Serenade to the Cosmos’Saturday, 8 p.m.Church of the Advocate1801 Diamond St.Free; donations encouraged215-978-8000www.churchoftheadvocate.orgThe 16 musicians of the Prometheus Chamber Orchestra play in this historic church in North Philly, against a backdrop of 14 murals showing scenes of the black experience in America. The orchestra will be performing selections by Bach, Handel, Glass and Beethoven.CABARETPeek-A-Boo RevueSaturday, 8 p.m.World Cafe Live500 N. Market St., Wilmington, Delaware$20, 302-994-1400www.worldcafelive.comThe burlesque troupe is celebrating 16 years with a Sweet 16 Birthday Show. The lovely ladies are bringing back some of their favorite performances from the past, plus some new numbers as well. The Striptease Orchestra will provide the soundtrack.FOOD + DRINKThe Food SpotThursday, noonBala Cynwyd Farmers MarketGSB Building parking lotBelmont Ave. and St. Asaph’s Rd.www.balacynwydfarmersmarket.weebly.comThe City Ave District is looking to engage the neighborhood with the Food Spot, at the Bala Cynwyd Farmers Market. Once a month, head to the market for food trucks, live entertainment, health and wellness demos and, of course, farm-fresh goodies.Liquor Before Beer WeekThursday, 7 p.m.Johnny Brenda’s1201 N. Frankford Ave.Pay as you go, 215-739-9684www.johnnybrendas.com“Beer before liquor, never sicker” — so start with the spirits. Johnny Brenda’s is celebrating Philly Beer Week a with a party featuring Dock Street Brewery’s Johnny Berliner, Caliente and Man Full of Trouble Porter on tap and $6 beer cocktails from Art in the Age. Try the Raspberry Berliner, made with Johnny Berliner, Rhubard spirit, raspberry juice, simple syrup and lemon juice, or the Root Beer Float with the porter, Root spirit and vanilla ice cream, garnished with brandy-soaked cherries.COMEDYThe Dirty DozenSaturday, 11:55 p.m.Helium Comedy Club2031 Sansom St.$12, 215-496-9001www.heliumcomedy.comSee 12 hysterical comics for just $12 — but leave the kids at home. This event, hosted by Mike Rainey, is designed to test your limits with the raunchiest, dirtiest stand-up around.FILMRelache in Residence: Hitchcock’s ‘The Lodger’June 1, 1:30 and 4 p.m.Penn Museum3260 South St.$10 for member, $15 for non-members215-898-4000www.penn.museumWatch Alfred Hithcock’s creepy 1927 silent film “The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog” while Relache plays a live score. As an overture to the film, the ensemble will start off with a selection from jazz composer Raymond Scott.