East Ridge High School students take the stage with a classic Egyptian drama for its annual fall musical. This year’s performance, Aida, which features music by Elton John, will have you on the edge of your seat as the main characters must choose between love, life and death. $10 adults, $8 students. 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday (show on November 8 at 6 p.m. only), 3 p.m. Sunday. The Loft Stage, 4200 Pioneer Drive; 651.768.2314; theloftstage.org