50 things to do Sept. 12, 13, 14 and 15

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From John Tesh and Jefferson Starship to Jethro Tull, there’s all kinds of entertainment in Connecticut this weekend, not to mention great stage shows, such as “Grease” and “Billy Elliot The Musical.”

There’s even a festival which celebrates the genre of horror — things like scary movies about stuff that goes bump in the night. WHA-Ha-haa! Connecticut HorrorFest takes place Saturday at Naugatuck Event Center. Tobin Bell, who plays Jigsaw in the “Saw” movie franchise, is among the stars who will be there. (No chainsaws allowed).

Now, back to the music. Emmy winner John Tesh, of “Intelligence For Your Life” radio fame, presents his autobiographical show, “Songs and Stories from the Grand Piano,” at Norwalk’s Wall Street Theater Friday. Yes, it’s Friday the 13th, but Tesh says if you’ve ever heard his radio show, you know not to be superstitious.

Next up is Jefferson Starship. The iconic band known for “Sara” and “Miracles” headlines “Rockin’ for Adoption” at Danbury’s Ives Concert Park Saturday. Guitarist Cathy Richardson told us they wanted to play this benefit because “helping to find loving homes for children without parents is one of the most righteous pursuits I can think of.”

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Sunday it’s time for some “Aqualung” with Ian Anderson. The lead singer, flutist and acoustic guitarist of British rock band Jethro Tull brings his group to Mohegan Sun Arena. And while we’re celebrating artistry from across the pond, “Billy Elliot The Musical,” featuring music by Elton John, opens Friday at The Goodspeed in East Haddam, and runs through Nov. 24.

Not from Great Britain but also a fun option, is Curtain Call’s production of “Grease” in Stamford, opening Thursday and running through Oct. 12.

Of course there’s plenty of comedy, too. Jamie Kennedy plays the Stress Factory in Bridgeport Friday and Saturday. Pablo Francisco plays Foxwoods Friday, followed by Andrew Dice Clay on Saturday. And the Funniest Comic in Connecticut contest continues at Treehouse Comedy at the Westport Inn on Saturday.

That’s just a small sample of what’s going on here. (If you don’t mind a drive, The Big E, a festival showcasing all of New England, opens Friday in West Springfield, Mass., and runs through Sept. 29.) Check out the slide show to see what else you might enjoy.