Stage listings

Music

Candlelight Christmas Concert - Hear music from around the world performed by Gonzaga University’s choral ensembles, directed by Timothy Westerhaus. Shows today at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday at 2 p.m. Purchase tickets online at https://commerce.cashnet.com/ GUCHOIR. St. Aloysius Church, 330 E. Boone Ave. $15/online; $20/door. (509) 313-6733.

The Round #3 - Songwriters, slam poets and visual artists will share the stage and create while the audience sits only a few feet away. Featuring musicians Ian and Austen Case, Scott Ryan and the Rustics. Featured poet will be Isaac Grambo and featured visual artist is Nory. Today, 8 p.m., 228 W. Sprague Ave. $8. (509) 747-2174.

“O Come All Ye Faithful” - Whitworth University’s Christmas Festival Concerts will be presented by the Whitworth Choir, Women’s Choir, Men’s Chorus and Chamber Singers, as well as student-instrumentalists and student-narrators. Performances Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $18/adults; $15/students and seniors. (800) 325-SEAT.

Live Music – Includes: Saturday, Giorgio; Dec. 20, Ron Criscione; Dec. 27, Abe Kenney. Music from 7-9 p.m., Huckleberry’s Natural Market, 926 S. Monroe St. No cover. (509) 624-1349.

ACDA Fundraiser - Donations accepted at the door to support the LHSOM chapter of the American Choral Directors. Sunday, 2 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. Free. (208) 885-6231.

Spokane British Brass Band - “The Ghost of British Brass Past” concert to celebrate the holiday season and the band’s 20th anniversary. Under the direction of Collins Loupe, the 25 brass players in the band will perform “Ave Maria,” “O Holy Night,” and some jazz favorites such as “Sweet Georgia Brown” and “Three Kings Swing.” Three cornets will also be featured in Leroy Anderson’s “Buglers Holiday.” Sunday, 3-4:30 p.m., Spokane Falls Community College, Music/Performing Arts Building Auditorium, 3410 W. Fort George Wright Drive. $10/adults; free/students and children. (509) 999-8717.

UI Jazz Choirs Holiday Concert – Sunday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho Kibbie Dome, 1000 Stadium Drive, Moscow. Free. (208) 885-6231.

The Oaks: Rest Ye Merry Christmas Concert - The Oaks Classical Christian Academy presents an old-fashioned Christmas celebration, featuring a selection of favorite carols and traditional seasonal music performed by choirs and string orchestra, under the leadership of Kent Young. Monday, 7 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. Free. (509) 624-1200.

“A Musical Sleighride” Holiday Concert - The Community Band of the Palouse will present musical selections highlighting the journeys of the three kings, as well as Santa Claus and include music for the Hanukkah season. Tuesday, 7 p.m., Gladish Building, 115 NW State St., Pullman. Free; accepting canned foods for the food bank. (509) 334-6270.

Northwest Sacred Music Chorale Sings Christmas - The Northwest Sacred Music Chorale, under the direction of Kent Kimball, performs the music of Christmas. The Ensemble, under the direction of Gaynell Coppess adds familiar holiday songs such as “White Christmas” and loved traditional carols such as John Rutter’s “Shepherd’s Pipe Carol.” Shows at 5 and 8 p.m. Wednesday, Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. $10-$15. (208) 446-2333.

Michael W. Smith: Christmas Spectacular - The award-winning and best-selling singer will perform selections from his new Christmas album, as well as standards from his previous three acclaimed Christmas albums. Thursday, 7 p.m., INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $45-$75. (800) 325-SEAT.

“Jesus, Joy of Man’s Desiring” - The Music Department of Upper Columbia Academy presents their seventh annual Christmas concert, featuring vocal performances by the school’s choir and by the Choraliers, a select group of vocalists, both directed by Curtis Anderson. Dean Kravig will conduct instrumental performances by the Upper Columbia Band and Symphony Orchestra. Thursday, 7:30 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. Free. (509) 624-1200.

Friends of Sironka: A Christmas Special - Come and listen to the joyful tunes of Christmas, as sung by the Maasai, the shepherds from Africa. Thursday, 7:30 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $9-$17/general; free/age 11 and younger. (800) 325-SEAT.

Harmony for the Holidays - A night of opera and classical music. There will be various Broadway hits and Christmas classics. This is a benefit for the Catholic Charities Foundation. Jonathan Mancheni will again headline the event. Dec. 19, 4 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $25. (509) 358-4255.

“I Remember Christmas” - Through Dec. 21 Ellen Travolta and friends present a new holiday musical revue. Directed by Troy Nickerson, the show stars Jack Bannon, Patrick Treadway, Margaret Travolta, Katherine Strohmaier and Ellen Travolta. Shows are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 5 p.m. Reserved cabaret-style seating. Purchase tickets at www.cdachristmas.com or toll free at (844) 257-9047. Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 S. Second St., Coeur d’Alene. $25. (844) 257-9047.

Dance

Friday Night Swing Dig - West Coast Swing: Beyond Basics class is from 7-8 p.m. Beginner lesson from 8-8:30 p.m., followed by open dancing until 11 p.m. Today, Simply Dance Studio, 820 W. Sprague Ave. $7. (509) 892-1480.

Salsa Fridays - For ages 18 and older with or without a partner. Today, 7 p.m., Satori, 122 S. Monroe St. $5. (360) 550-5106.

Michael Londra’s “Celtic Yuletide” - You are guaranteed reels, jigs, slow airs, gorgeous songs and solo dance routines. Today, 7:30 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $45. (800) 325-SEAT.

“Celebrate the Christmas Story” - Presented by Paradosi Ballet Company of Tacoma. Call for reservations. Shows at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, Real Life Ministries, 1866 N. Cecil Road, Post Falls. $14; group prices available. (208) 777-7325.

ARCANA: An Evening of Dance and Spectacle - Join Picaresque Belly Dance troupe and their cirque and dance guests as they take a journey through the major arcana of the Tarot. Saturday, 6 p.m., The Bartlett, 228 W. Sprague Ave. $10. (509) 747-2174.

Ferris Swing Dance and Auction - Dance your socks off to the Ferris Jazz Orchestra playing the swing hits. Proceeds benefit Ferris Bands. Saturday, 6:30 p.m., Ferris High School, 3020 E. 37th Ave. $10/adults; $5/grades 7-12; free/youth. (509) 979-3592.

Christmas Contra - Dance to Dog Paw and Penn Fix will be calling. Bring an ornament for the ornament exchange and a snack to share. Saturday, 7-10 p.m., East Spokane Grange, 1621 N. Park Road. $10. (509) 747-2640.

Saturday Night Salsa - Salsa lessons begin at 8:15 p.m., followed by open dancing until 12:30 a.m. Saturday, Simply Dance Studio, 820 W. Sprague Ave. $7. (509) 892-1480.

“The Nutcracker” - Featuring Eugene Ballet. Part of Festival Dance and Performing Arts Great Performances Series. Sunday, 3 p.m., Beasley Performing Arts Coliseum, Washington State University, Pullman. $14-$30. (208) 883-3267.

Comedy

Uncle D’s Comedy Underground - Stand-up comedy every Thursday. Sign-ups at 7 p.m.; comedy at 8 p.m. Live professional comedy every Friday and Saturday night. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; shows start at 8 p.m. Uncle D’s Comedy Underground, 2721 N. Market St. No cover/Thursday nights; $12/Fridays and Saturdays. (509) 483-7300.

“Season’s Greetings” - The Blue Door Theatre Players will perform holiday tales. Shows Friday nights in December at 8 p.m. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

“Safari: A Wild Improv Adventure” - Featuring short form improv games based off of your suggestions. Saturday nights at 9 p.m. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

Homegrown Comedy Ovations Series - Spokane-based comedians will compete for the chance to perform on the Bing stage, in the first of four auditions in the new Ovations Lounge, on the third floor of the Bing. Five comedians will be chosen to showcase their talents at the final show in March. Saturday, 10:30 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. Free. (509) 227-7638.

Goodtymes Comedy - Free comedy every Sunday at 8:30 p.m. Goodtymes Bar and Grill, 9214 E. Mission Ave. Free. (509) 928-1070.

Theater

Northwoods Performing Arts Dinner Theatre - Performance of “Northwoods Christmas Chorale.” Dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m. Performances are today and Saturday, Circle Moon Theater, 3642 N. SR 211, Newport, Wash. Dinner and show: $25. Show only: $12. (208) 448-1294.

“Our Town” - The tiniest details of everyday life in the small town of Grover’s Corners have significant meaning in one of America’s great plays. Performances are today at 7:30 p.m.; and Saturday at 2 p.m. Washington State University, Wadleigh Theatre, Daggy Hall, Pullman. $10/adults; $8/seniors; $5/non-WSU students and youth; free/WSU students. (509) 335-8522.

“The Santaland Diaries” - The outrageous holiday comedy, written by David Sedaris, tells the story of an out-of-work writer who takes a job at Macy’s as an elf named Crumpet. Presented by Moscow Art Theatre (Too). Tickets available at Book People of Moscow or at the door. Performances are today at 7:30 and 9 p.m.; and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre, 508 S. Main St., Moscow. $10. (208) 882-4127.

“It’s A Wonderful Life” - Today-Sunday. StageWest Community Theatre presents a radio theatre program of the classic Christmas tale about a man who discovers that being rich does not necessarily mean having a lot of money. Performances are today at 7 p.m.; a dinner theatre performance on Saturday at 6 p.m.; and Sunday at 3 p.m. Reservations required for dinner theatre. Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 639 Elm St., Cheney. $12/adults; $10/seniors; $5/students with ID; $25/dinner theatre. (509) 235-2441.

“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” - Today-Sunday. A couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids, probably the most inventively awful children in history. Performances are today at 7 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday at 1 p.m. Spokane Children’s Theatre, 2727 N. Madelia Ave. $8-$12. (509) 328-4886.

“Fruitcakes” - Today-Sunday. When a stranger first arrives in town, he thinks the inhabitants are “nuttier than fruitcakes,” but soon he comes to admire, appreciate and adore this nutty little town. Today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 2 p.m. Pullman Civic Theatre, 1220 NW Nye St., Pullman. $10-$12. (509) 332-8406.

“Stocking Stuffers” - Today-Dec. 20. A family-friendly holiday comedy. Performances are Thursdays-Fridays and Dec. 20 at 7 p.m.; and Saturdays at 2 p.m. Liberty Lake Community Theatre, 22910 E. Appleway Ave., Suite 1, Liberty Lake. $12. (509) 342-2055.

“A Christmas Carol: The Musical” - Today-Dec. 20. After coming face to face with the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, will Ebenezer Scrooge awake with a new outlook on life and give up his selfish and uncaring ways? Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays and Dec. 20 at 2 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $30/adult; $28/military and senior; $22/student. (509) 325-2507.

“It’s A Wonderful Life” - Today-Dec. 21. Performances are Fridays at 7 p.m.; Saturdays at 3 and 7 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m. Theater Arts for Children, 2114 N. Pines Road, Suite 3S. $7.25-$9.25. (509) 995-6718.

“A Christmas Carol” - Today-Dec. 21. Performance of the classic tale by Charles Dickens. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m. Pend Oreille Playhouse, 240 N. Union Ave., Newport, Wash. $10/advance; $12/door; $5/age 18 and younger. (509) 447-9900.

“All is Calm” - Today-Dec. 21. In 1914, at the Western front, comes a silence, then a song. A German soldier steps into No Man’s Land singing “Stille Nacht.” Thus begins an extraordinary night of camaraderie, music and peace. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m. The Modern Theater Coeur d’Alene, 1320 E. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $17-$25. (208) 667-1323.

“Traditions of Christmas” - Today-Dec. 22. A musical journey of all the greatest Christmas songs and traditions from around the world. Feel free to sing along to holiday favorites. The production ends with a fully staged Living Nativity. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Saturdays-Sundays at 3 p.m.; and a matinee on Dec. 22 at 1 p.m. Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. $33/adults; $26/seniors and military; $20/children. (208) 391-2867.

“The Church Basement Ladies: A Second Helping” - Today-Jan. 4. “A Second Helping” takes you from the Luther League Banquet to a church sponsored Missionary night. Fun for the whole family. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m. The Modern Theater Spokane, 174 S. Howard St. $19-25. (509) 455-7529.

“A Christmas Carol” – Through Dec. 20. Performances are Saturday and Thursday and Dec. 19-20 at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 2 p.m. University of Idaho Hartung Theatre, 625 Stadium Drive, Moscow. $15/general; $10/seniors, UI faculty and staff; $5/children; free/UI students. (208) 885-6465.

“It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” - A holiday classic comes to life in a 1940s-style presentation with (mostly) live sound effects. Performances are Dec. 19 at 7:30 p.m., and Dec. 20 at 2 p.m. Central Lutheran Church, 512 S. Bernard St. Free; donations accepted. (509) 624-9233.