7 terrific Bay Area things to do this weekend, Aug. 1-3

OK, the trio of historic Dead & Co. shows in Golden Gate Park have long since sold out, but there are still a lot of things to do and eat in the Bay Area this weekend. So let’s get to it, shall we?

(As always, be sure to double check event and venue websites for any last-minute changes in health guidelines or other details.)

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1 SEE & HEAR: Great shows are all over

From a new musical about Michael Jackson to colorful (and adorable) art from Masako Miki, there is a lot to see and hear in the Bay Area this weekend.

2 WATCH: A riveting new body-horror movie

“Together” stars Palo Alto native Dave Franco and Alison Brie, a real-life married couple, as a, um, a couple stuck (literally) in a bad marriage. Sounds crazy, maybe, but you won’t be able to turn away.

3 DINE: A new Indian-Asian fusion restaurant

WC Kitchen & Bar recently opened in Walnut Creek (WC, get it?) where the popular Opa used to be. Stop on in for the lollipop lamb chops and maybe a lavender lemon drop.

4 PLAY & SIP:  Meet Milli

It’s always fun to check out a new coffee shop, and this cafe in Millbrae (Milli, get it?) has tons of tasty coffee drinks plus other tempting offerings. Matchaffogato, anyone?

5 SEE & HEAR: An opera about a labor icon

West Edge Opera in Oakland has a history of selecting compelling if lesser-known works to perform. This time the company is presenting a world premiere opera about labor leader Dolores Huerta.

6 GRILL & SIP: Don’t forget the beer

No, we’re not talking about supping while you sear, we’re talking about making beer one of your grilling ingredients.

7 PLAY: A new ‘Ninja’ classic

The beloved “Ninja Gaiden” video game franchise has needed a new chapter for a while now. And now it’s here — say hello to “Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound.”