Stressing over finals? Here are some suggestions for a well-deserved study break:

• Hear Francis Fukuyama discuss his new book, “The Origins of Political Order: From Prehuman Times to the French Revolution,” in the Kenney Auditorium. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. tonight at the Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies.
• See French pop singer Yelle perform at 9:30 Club Wednesday night. Doors open at 10 p.m. and tickets cost $20.

And here’s something slightly random:
AMC Theatres is having two showings of “Top Gun” in honor of the film classic’s 25th anniversary on April 30 and May 2.