Stage listings

Music

Coeur d’Alene Blues Festival Friday-Sunday. The event begins Friday afternoon with a free performance by Roberson, BZ & Flores in Whispers Lounge from 4-6:30 p.m.; Friday, 7 p.m., Blues Cruise with The Fat Tones and Kenny James Miller Band; Friday at 9 p.m., free after-cruise party with Bakin’ Phat in the Plaza Center Court. Saturday, noon-4 p.m., Roof Top Blues Party featuring two bands on the Coeur d’Alene Resort Terrace; Saturday, noon-3 p.m., free performance by The Doghouse Boyz in Whispers Lounge; Saturday at 4 p.m., Randy Oxford Band, Big Mumbo Blues Band, Janiva Magness, Curtis Salgado and Sammy Eubanks & The All Star Jam will play in the Resort’s convention center; and Sunday from 10:30-11:30 a.m., The Gospel Brunch with Kenny Andrews at The Dockside Restaurant. Tickets available at 4000 Holes, 1610 N. Monroe St., (509) 325-1914. Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 S. Second St., Coeur d’Alene. $39/festival and cruise; $27/festival only in advance; $18/blues cruise; $5/roof top party. (208) 765-4000, ext. 21.

Music Walk Free event with live music performances from local musicians. Venues include Tito’s Italian Grill & Wine Shop from 5-7 p.m.; Studio 107, Angel Gallery, Tomlinson Sotheby’s International Realty and The Art Spirit Gallery from 5-8 p.m.; Cricket’s Downtown Bar and Grill and Moose Lounge from 6-9 p.m.; Seasons of Coeur d’Alene from 7-10 p.m.; and The Cellar from 7-11 p.m. Friday, downtown Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 292-1629.

Voice recital by Kristofer Barber International performer who got his start in Pullman’s Summer Palace and Washington State University’s opera program. Based in Amsterdam, he has performed more than 35 roles in the United States and Europe. Friday, 8 p.m., Washington State University, Bryan Hall Theatre, Wilson at Library Road, Pullman. Free. (509) 335-4148.

“Dancers, Drummers, Dreamers” A collaboration between the dance and music departments. Friday at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. University of Idaho Hartung Theatre, 625 Stadium Drive, Moscow. $10/adults; $8/seniors and students; $1 off with canned food donation. (208) 885-7212.

Keola Beamer The Grammy-nominated Hawaiian slack-key guitar master performs with his wife, Moanalani. Friday, 7:30 p.m., Daggy Hall, Jones Theatre, Washington State University, Pullman. $20/adults; $16/seniors; $10/students. (800) 325-SEAT.

Tower of Power The band has been performing since 1968, and is best known for its funky soul sound highlighted by a powerful horn section. Age 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Friday, 7:30 p.m., Northern Quest Resort & Casino, Pend Oreille Pavilion, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. $45-$65. (509) 481-6700.

Mystery Guest: The Enigmatic Man Holy Names Music Center faculty and student ensembles performing. Friday , 7:30 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. Free. (509) 326-9516.

Cowboy Music and Poetry A benefit for the Tumtum Community Center will feature old-time Western music, cowboy poetry and a Western meal. Performers will include poetry by Dick Warwick; songs and poetry by Silver Glenn, George Thomsen and Glen Bair; and songs by Western Reunion and Educated Fellers. Dinner will include barbecue pulled pork, baked beans, salad and dessert. Dinner from 6-7:30 p.m. and music at 7 p.m. Saturday, Tumtum Community Center, 6424 Highway 291, Milepost 18. $12/adults; $9/seniors and children; free/ages 5 and younger. (509) 276-5916.

(Canceled) Tibetan Music for Peace and Harmony Saturday, 8 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. (509) 227-7638.

Jolene Pflaum, Bass Trombone UI student recital. Sunday, 1 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. Free. (208) 885-6231.

Michael Heitmann, Voice UI graduate student recital. Sunday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. Free. (208) 885-6231.

eighth blackbird Combines the virtuosity of a string quartet with the energy of a storefront theater company, with two regional performances. Monday, 7:30 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $16-$36. (509) 624-1200. Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, University Auditorium, 851 Campus Drive, Moscow. $20/general; $17/seniors; $10/students. (208) 885-7557.

Bruce Cockburn The Canadian artist presents his characteristic blend of folk, blues, jazz and rock. Thursday, 8 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $32.50-$39.50/advance; $37.50-$44.50/day of show. (800) 325-SEAT.

Dance

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

Saturday Night Salsa Spicy 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.

Intro to Belly Dance Classes held Tuesdays from 7:30-8:30 p.m. through April 29. The Warehouse, 800 N. Hamilton St., upstairs studio. $80/eight classes; or $15/per class. (509) 993-4423.

Contra Dance Lessons available at 7 p.m. every Wednesday. Wear comfortable shoes with slick soles for this lively dance with plenty of movement. Woman’s Club of Spokane, 1428 W. Ninth Ave. $5/members and students; $7/nonmembers; free/children. (509) 747-2640.

Intro to Bollywood Nadiyah will teach belly dance with the flavors of India. No dance experience needed. Held Thursdays from 7-8 p.m. through April 24. The Warehouse, 800 N. Hamilton St., upstairs studio. $80/eight classes; or $15/ class. (509) 993-4423.

Cowboy Ball Third annual event featuring live performance by Kelly Hughes Band. Dance lessons from 5:30-6:45 p.m., live and silent auctions, best Western-dressed contest, food by Texas Roadhouse. Doors open at 5 p.m. April 4, Kootenai County Fairgrounds, Building 1, 4056 N. Government Way, Coeur d’Alene. $30. (208) 772-5471.

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.

“Ink Blot” The Blue Door Players will improvise audience members’ interpretations of ink blots. Friday, 8 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $9/general; $7/students, seniors and military. “Ink Blot: After Dark” adult version, Friday, 10 p.m. $7. (509) 747-7045.

“Safari: A Wild Improv Adventure” All shows feature short-form improv games based on audience suggestions. Saturdays at 9 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

Goodtymes Comedy Sundays at 7 p.m., Goodtymes Bar and Grill, 9214 E. Mission Ave. Free. (509) 928-1070.

Poets Up! Poetry made up on the spot featuring local poets as well as the Blue Door Players. Fridays in April at 8 p.m. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $9/general; $7/student, military and senior. (509) 747-7045.

Theater

“McManus In Love” Friday and Saturday. A one-man comedy written by humorist Patrick F. McManus. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. For reservations call (509) 534-3632 or email tim@mcmanusplays.com. Woodland Theatre, 120 W. Third Ave., Kettle Falls, Wash. $17. (509) 738-6626.

“Sister Act” Friday-Sunday. Broadway’s musical comedy smash tells the story of Deloris Van Cartier, a wannabe diva whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a crime and the cops hide her in the last place anyone would think to look – a convent. Performances are Friday at 8 p.m.; Saturday and 2 and 8 p.m.; and Sunday at 1 and 6:30 p.m. Part of the 2013-14 Best of Broadway season. INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $32.50-$72.50. (800) 325-SEAT.

“Unnecessary Farce” Through April 6. An embezzling mayor plans to meet his female accountant in a cheap motel room, while in the adjoining room, two undercover cops wait to catch the meeting on videotape. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Ignite! Community Theatre, 10814 E. Broadway Ave. Advance: $14/adults: $13/students, seniors and military. Doors: $15. (509) 795-0004.

“Suds” Through April 13. When Cindy receives all sorts of bad news on her birthday, her guardian angels arrive to teach her that there is always hope for new love. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, Firth J. Chew Studio Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $27/general admission. (509) 325-2507.

“The Great American Trailer Park Musical” Friday-April 13. A musical about the Armadillo Acres Trailer Park, a stripper on the run, murderous ex-boyfriends, Costco and double-wides. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Lake City Playhouse, 1320 E. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $13.75-$19.75. (208) 667-1323.

“Wait Until Dark” Thursday-April 19. In this white-knuckle Broadway thriller, a psychopath smooth-talks his way into the home of an unsuspecting blind woman who soon discovers she’s harboring a dangerous and illegal prize – one that he’ll do anything to get. Wednesdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., and matinee Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Interplayers Theatre, 174 S. Howard St. $28/adults; $22/military; $12/seniors. (509) 455-7529.

“Les Misérables” Thursday-April 13. A stage production based on the Victor Hugo’s novel set against the backdrop of 19th-century France. Performances are Wednesdays-Fridays at 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.; and April 13 at 1:30 p.m. Regional Theatre of the Palouse, 122 N. Grande Ave., Pullman. $10-$20. (509) 334-0750.

“The Three Musketeers” Friday through April 19. The timeless tale of loyalty, heroism, honor and deception. Based on the novel by Alexandre Dumas. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $18/students; $23/military and seniors; $25/adults. (509) 325-2507.

Looking ahead

ABBA Mania This special concert will revive memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves. Favorites include “Mamma Mia,” “Voulez Vous,” “Dancing Queen,” “Winner Takes It All,” “Super Trouper” and many more. April 4, 7:30 p.m., Northern Quest Resort & Casino, Pend Oreille Pavilion, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. $45-$65. (877) 871-6772.

Kevin Hekmatpanah, Cello Recital April 4, 7:30 p.m., Whitworth University, Music Building Recital Hall, 300 W. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 777-3280.

“Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead” April 4-12. Tom Stoppard’s inventive retelling of “Hamlet” from the worm’s-eye view of the bewildered Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, two minor characters in Shakespeare’s play. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday matinees at 2 p.m. Daggy Hall, Jones Theatre, Washington State University, Pullman. $10/adults; $9/seniors; $8/students. (800) 325-SEAT.

“Short Stacks” Blue Door Theatre players, games and comedy. April 4, 10 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $5. (509) 747-7045.

“Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” April 4-13. A Tony Award-winning play which examines the breakdown of a bitter middle-age couple’s marriage. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Pullman Civic Theatre, 1220 NW Nye St., Pullman. $10-$12. (509) 332-8406.