Stage listings

Music

Rockin’ B Ranch - Cowboy supper shows run Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays in August and September; cost is $29/adult, $10/children age 10 and younger and includes dinner and show, beer and wine available for purchase Saturday nights, reservations required; Rockin’ B Jazz Nights start at 6 p.m. and run every other Wednesday through September, cost is $20 and includes dinner and dessert, beer and wine also available, reservations required; Rockin’ Bluegrass Nights occur every third Tuesday of the month, cost is $5 at the door, food, beer and wine available, no reservations necessary. 3912 N. Idaho Road, Liberty Lake. (509) 891-9016 or (888) 762-5462.

Summer Music Workshops - Hosted by Family School of Music. Children and adults are invited to experiment with a variety of instruments while learning basic music theory and skills. Held today. For more information or to register, visit www.familyschoolofmusic.com. Cornerstone Christian Academy, 1801 E. 29th Ave. Free.

Browne’s Addition Summer Concert Series - Free outdoor concerts on Thursdays. Picnics encouraged. Performing today: Deadman’s Pants. 6 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Park Browne’s Addition, Spruce Street at Fourth Avenue. (509) 747-2853.

Columbia Gorge Bluegrass Festival - Four days of bluegrass and dancing in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge. Bluegrass performers include headliners Rhonda Vincent and the Rage, The Infamous String Dusters, David Grier and Mike Compton, The Quebe Sisters Band, Ida Viper, Urban Monroes, Prairie Flyer and the Sleepy-Eyed Johns. Runs today through Sunday. 650 Rock Creek Drive, Stevenson, Wash. $45. (509) 427-9456.

Fresh Aire Concert Series - Free outdoor concerts on Thursdays. Bring blankets and a picnic dinner. Performing today: Groovehaus. 6:30-7:30 p.m., East City Park, Moscow, Idaho. (208) 883-7036.

Josh Kelley - He has released seven studio albums and toured nationwide with groups such as the Dave Matthews Band and Goo Goo Dolls. Today. 7 p.m., Washington State University, Compton Union Building auditorium, Pullman. $10. (509) 335-3503.

The Cowboy Junkies and Son Volt - Eclectic Toronto band which combines alternative rock and blues, country, folk and jazz. Son Volt is an alt-country band fronted by former Uncle Tupelo co-leader Jay Farrar. Today. 7:30 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $34. (509) 624-1200.

Bryan Bowers - Concert presented by Palouse Folklore Society Contra Dances. Friday. 8 p.m., 1912 Center, 412 E. Third St, Moscow, Idaho. $10. (208) 596-1836.

Gershwin Revue - Song and dance show featuring the music of George Gershwin, presented by the WSU School of Music’s Opera Workshop. Friday-Saturday and July 31-Aug. 1. 8 p.m., Washington State University, Bryan Hall Theatre, Pullman. $10/general, $5/students/seniors, free/age 6 and younger. (509) 335-4331.

Rathdrum Concert Series - Free Friday concerts from 6-8:30 p.m. Performing this week: Four on the Floor, rock and roll. Rathdrum City Park, Rathdrum, Idaho. (208) 667-3162.

Sonic Youth - Rock music with Awesome Color. Friday. 8 p.m., Knitting Factory, 919 W. Sprague Ave. $21. (509) 325-SEAT.

Under the Tuscan Sun - Fundraiser for the Coeur d’Alene Symphony Orchestra. Includes wine, food, music and live and silent auctions. Tickets available at the symphony office at 1042 W. Mill Ave., Suite 205 in Coeur d’Alene or by phone. Saturday. 4:30 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Cellars, 3890 Schreiber Way, Coeur d’Alene. $45/person and includes two drink tickets. (208) 765-3833.

Cabela’s Block Party - Customer appreciation event includes music by The Panhandle Polecats, Ryan Larsen Band, Sweet Adelines, a children’s fishing pond from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., casting contest, food court, family games, Panhandle Gun Slingers action shooting show, 11:30 a.m., 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. and gift card drawings. Saturday. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Cabela’s, 101 N. Cabela Way, Post Falls. Free. (208) 777-6326.

Clutch - Rock music with guests Baroness and Lionize. Saturday. 8 p.m., Knitting Factory, 919 W. Sprague Ave. $20. (509) 325-SEAT.

Cowboy Poetry and Western Music - Benefit for Dick Warwick, whose house burned down last winter. Presented by the Palouse Country Cowboy Poetry Association. Saturday. 7:30 p.m., Artisans at the Dahmen Barn, 419 N. Park Way, Uniontown, Wash. $7. (509) 229-3414.

Deer Park Concert Series - Free Saturday concerts from 6-8:30 p.m. Performing this week: Master Class Jazz Orchestra, big band swing. Saturday. Earl D. Mix Park, Deer Park. (208) 667-3162.

Play It Again - Music and movie swap and shop. Proceeds benefit the Panida’s high school scholarship for a student interested in pursuing a career in any aspect of the performing arts. Saturday, 9 a.m., on the sidewalk in front of Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. (208) 255-7801.

Summer Sounds at the Park Place - Free outdoor concerts each Saturday from noon-2 p.m., through Labor Day. Performing this week: Backstreet Dixie, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Carl Rey and the Blues Gators, noon-2 p.m. Park Plaza, First Avenue at Cedar, downtown Sandpoint. (208).

Arbor Crest Wine Concert Series - Performing this week: Timmy Swift and the Swingin’ Vinos playing swing and rock music. No one under age 21, no outside alcohol, outside food allowed. Food available for purchase by Catered for You. 5:30 p.m. Sunday. Arbor Crest Winery, 4705 N. Fruithill Road, Spokane Valley. $5/concert; punch cards available for $40 for 10 admissions. Tables for eight guests may be reserved for additional $40 per concert. (509) 927-9463.

Godsmack - Alternative/metal music with guest Drowning Pool. Sunday. 8 p.m., Knitting Factory, 919 W. Sprague Ave. $40. (509) 325-SEAT.

Sunday Concerts on the Lawn - Free outdoor concerts each Sunday in July at 2 p.m. Performing this week: Carl Rey and the Blues Gators. Sunday. Dover Bay Waterfront Resort and Marina, 651 Lakeshore Ave., Dover, Idaho. (208) 263-6139.

Ottmar Liebert and Luna Negra - “Nouveau Flamenco” style music. Monday. 8 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $30/advance, $35/day of show. (509) 325-SEAT.

Coeur d’Alene Downtown Concert Series - Tuesdays through Aug. 25. Performing this week, Coeurimba, African rhythms. Inclement weather moves the event to the Coeur d’Alene Resort Plaza. Tuesday. 6-8:30 p.m., Sherman Square Park, 316 Sherman Ave. Free. (208) 667-3162.

Tuesday Night Music Series - Performing this week: Matti Sand and John Fershee of Kooskia, Idaho, playing folk music. Tuesday. 5-7 p.m., Moscow Food Co-op, 121 E. Fifth St., Moscow, Idaho. Free. (208) 882-8537.

Cheney Summer Concert Series - The Carcinogens. Wednesday. 6:30-8 p.m., Sutton Park, Washington Street at Seventh Avenue, Cheney. (509) 498-9250.

Hayden Concert Series - Wednesdays through Aug. 5. Performing this week: Columbia, bluegrass. Wednesday. 6-8:30 p.m., Hayden City Park, Hayden, Idaho, 8930 N. Government Way. Free. (208) 667-3162.

Outdoor Summer Concert Series - Live, outdoor concerts at sunset. Bring a picnic, a blanket or chairs, enjoy the music. Performing this week: Molly and Tenbrooks, bluegrass. Wednesday. 7-9 p.m., Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 8441 N. Indian Trail Road. Free. (509) 465-0779.

Pianist Paulina Niemi-Loseva - Visiting pianist from Finland. Sponsored by Washington State University, University of Idaho and Kamiak Ridge, LLC. Wednesday. 8 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music Recital Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow, Idaho. Free. (509) 592-7650.

Lyle Lovett - Country music. July 30. 7:30 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $35-$68. (509) 624-1200.

Montgomery Gentry - Country music. July 30. 7 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Casino, Worley. $50-$60. (509) 325-SEAT.

Toots and The Maytals - Jamaican and reggae music. July 30. 8 p.m., Knitting Factory, 919 W. Sprague Ave. $21. (509) 325-SEAT.

Dance

Festival Dance Workshops - A variety of workshops will be offered for age 3 to adult. Workshops include: Acting, Princess Ballet, Mommy and Me, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Celtic Workshop and more. Runs through Aug. 7. University of Idaho Physical Education Dance Studio, Moscow, Idaho. (208) 883-3267.

Julyamsh Pow Wow - Coeur d’Alene Tribal Encampment and Pow Wow - The largest outdoor powwow in the Northwest hosting dancers and drummers. Friday-Sunday. Greyhound Park, Post Falls. (800) 523-2464, ext. 7399.

Priest River Timber Days - Tribute to the city’s heritage featuring one of the last log load parades in the Northwest. Car show and cruise Friday night, huckleberry pancake breakfast Saturday, 6 a.m. followed by the Run for the Berries fun run. Arts and crafts booths open at 10 a.m., parade at 11 a.m. and logging events from 1-4 p.m. Street dance at 7 p.m. at Mitchell’s Harvest Foods. Friday and Saturday. Downtown Priest River, Idaho. Free admission. (208) 448-0872.

Comedy

Comedy at Season Ticket - Friday and Saturday: Susan Jones. All shows at 8:30 p.m. 1221 N. Howard St. (509) 328-4898.

Safari Saturday - Fast paced short form improv. Tickets may be purchased at the door the night of the show. Some material may not be suitable for all ages. Every Saturday through Aug. 29. 9 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7/all seats; no special offers, coupons or group discounts. (509) 747-7045.

Theater

Huckleberry Workshops at The Lake City Playhouse - For ages 5-18. Summer workshop session Aug. 10-21. Showcase performances will follow at the end of each session. Held Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Lake City Playhouse, 1320 E. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $225 per session. (208) 667-1323.

“Unnecessary Farce” - A modern-day farce written by Paul Slade Smith. Shows Tuesday and Aug. 6 at 7:30 p.m. University of Idaho, Hartung Theatre, Moscow, Idaho. $18/adults; $16/seniors age 60 years and older; $13/students and youth. (208) 885-7212.

Summer Jobs - Blue Door players will get suggestions of actual summer jobs held by audience members to improvise comedic scenes. All ages welcome. Fridays through July 31. 8 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $9/general admission, $7/children, seniors and students with valid ID. (509) 747-7045.

Adult Improv Classes - Eight-week beginning level improv class held Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. Introduces students to the basic skills and concepts of improv: creativity, spontaneity, listening, trust. Runs through Aug. 25. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $150/one payment or $25/per class. (509) 747-7045.

“Some Enchanted Evening: The Songs of Rogers and Hammerstein” - Presented by Idaho Repertory Theatre. Featuring music by Richard Rogers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II and concept by Jeffrey B. Moss. Shows Sunday at 2 p.m. University of Idaho, Hartung Theatre, Moscow, Idaho. $18/adults; $16/seniors age 60 years and older; $13/students and youth. (208) 885-7212.

“Steel Magnolias” - Presented by the Pend Oreille Players Association. Watch this drama/comedy set in a small town beauty salon, written by Robert Harling and directed by Terri Ann Chott. Shows at 7:30 p.m., Saturday and 3 p.m., Sunday. Pend Oreille Playhouse Community Theatre and Events Center, 240 N. Union, Newport, Wash. $10/advance, $12 at the door. (509) 671-3389. Play will also run Aug 1-2 at the Blanchard Community Center.

“Stone Soup” - Presented by Theater Arts for Children. Directed by Paige Wamsley. Shows Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m.; Sunday at 2 p.m. Spokane Valley Partners, 10814 E. Broadway Ave. $7/age 13 and older; $5/age 12 and younger. (509) 892-5413.

“Charlotte’s Web” - Presented by Pullman Civic Theatre and Sam Dial Jewelers. Directed by Courtney Smith. Tickets available at the door and at Pullman Safeway, Neill’s Flowers and Gifts, Dissmores IGA and at www.pullmancivictheatre.org. Shows today-Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Nye Street Theatre, 1220 N.W. Nye St., Pullman. (509) 322-8406.

“High School Musical- 1 Act” - Presented by Idaho Repertory Theatre. Enjoy this production based on the Disney Channel original movie. Shows: today and next Thursday at 6:30 p.m. and Aug. 2 at 2 p.m. University of Idaho, Hartung Theatre, Moscow, Idaho. $18/adults; $16/seniors age 60 years and older; $13/students and youth. (208) 885-7212.

“D.K. Molar, The Devious Dentist or … There’s Gold in Them Thar Teeth” - A melodrama written by Billy St. John. Shows today-Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Sixth Street Melodrama, 212 Sixth St., Wallace, Idaho. $15, $13/students. (208) 752-8871.

“Dames at Sea” - Today-Saturday, and Wednesday-Aug. 1, shows at 7:30 p.m.; Matinees at 2 p.m. on Sunday and Aug. 2. Old-fashioned musical spoof set in the 1930’s. Presented by Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre. Schuler Performing Art Center in Boswell Hall at NIC, 1000 W. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $35/adults, $33/seniors, $25/kids. (208) 769-7780 or (800) 4-CDA-Tix.

“Geography of a Horse Dreamer” - The Arts Alliance will present this play by Pulitzer Prize winning playwright, Sam Shepard, about a Wyoming cowboy who dreams the results of horse races before they occur. Tickets available at Eichardt’s Pub, Holly’s Place, Cedar Bridge Cafe and the Arts Alliance office. Runs today through Saturday. 7:30 p.m., Arts Alliance, 308 Sixth Ave., Sandpoint. $12.50. (208) 265-4303.

“Grease” - Enjoy energetic dancing and familiar songs. Runs today through Saturday. 8 p.m., Fort Walla Walla Amphitheater, Myra Road, Walla Walla. Adults: $12, Sundays-Fridays, $15/Saturdays; children: $6/Sundays-Fridays, $8/Saturdays. (509) 527-5161.

Dance and Theatre and Performance Class - For ages 3-7. Learn basic dance and theater skills set to Broadway tunes and popular music. Registration is required. Runs for six weeks. Today. 1-2 p.m., The Woman’s Club, 1428 W. Ninth Ave. $69. (509) 625-6200.

“Romeo and Juliet” - Idaho Repertory Theatre’s production of Shakespeare’s famous tragedy. Shows outdoors Friday-Saturday, Wednesday, July 31 and Aug. 5; shows indoors Aug. 8. All shows begin at 7:30 p.m. University of Idaho, Hartung Theatre, Moscow, Idaho. $18/adults; $16/seniors age 60 years and older; $13/students and youth. (208) 885-7212.