Stage listings

Music

Elvis Tribute Dinner Show “Love Me Tender,” Valentine’s eve dinner show with headliner Brad Mitchell, Elvis tribute artist, joined by Max Daniels on piano with Inez Rahman, Don Russell, Josie Reagan, Ray Sutton and special guest Sean Owsley. Today, 5:30 p.m., Mirabeau Hotel and Convention Center, 1100 N. Sullivan Road. $49. (509) 220-8375.

StarQuest Presented by the Lionel Hampton School of Music. Today-Saturday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, University Auditorium, 851 Campus Drive, Moscow. $5/adults; $3/students and seniors. (208) 885-7212.

Magic Bus Spokane Presenting a flashback music revue with music from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s. Today, 6-9 p.m., Northeast Community Center, 4001 N. Cook St. Free. (509) 362-5963.

Whitworth University Gospel Explosion Whitworth’s gospel choir will perform alongside choirs from local churches Jesus is the Answer, Morning Star Baptist and Holy Temple. Today, 7 p.m., Whitworth University, 300 W. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 777-4345.

Benefit Concert for Spokane Valley Partners’ Food Bank The ninth annual benefit concert for Spokane Valley Partners’ Food Bank is “From the Heart,” featuring local professional and amateur singers and dancers. This year an anonymous donor will match funds raised above ticket sales. Includes dessert buffet. Today, 7 p.m., St. Joseph Church, 4521 N. Arden Road, Otis Orchards. $10/adults; $5/age 12 and younger; $30/families in advance; $2 more at door. (509) 926-7133.

Collaborative Choral Event University of Montana Chamber Chorale and University of Wyoming Singing Statesmen perform music spanning five centuries and multiple continents. Today, 7 p.m., St. John’s Cathedral, 127 E. 12th Ave. Free. (509) 838-4277.

Canadian Brass Grammy and international award-winning brass ensemble. Today, 8 p.m., INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $35. (800) 325-SEAT.

The Portland Cello Project The Portland ensemble puts a classical spin on pop music, coming to the Bartlett for two shows. Today and Saturday, 8 p.m., The Bartlett, 228 W. Sprague Ave. $20; Saturday’s show is SOLD OUT. (509) 747-2174.

NAfME Northwest Conference Concerts Saturday and Sunday. Spokane is hosting the National Association for Music Education, Northwest Division and three concerts showcasing the best of student musicians. The WMEA Junior All-State Instrumental Concert featuring seventh- and eighth-grade instrumentalists from Washington will be held Saturday at 5:15 p.m., free admission. Sunday at 1 p.m., the NAfME All-Northwest Instrumental Concert featuring the finest student musicians from six states performing 10 works; tickets are $20/online; $25/at the door. Sunday at 4 p.m., WMEA All-State Instrumental Concert, featuring the finest student performers from the state of Washington performing six selections; tickets are $20/online; $25/at the door. Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. (509) 624-1200.

Bill Medley and Christopher Cross Best known as one half of the Righteous Brothers, Medley has been the force behind some of the most romantic songs of all time. Grammy legend Cross shot to the top of the charts with his smoothly sophisticated ballads. Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Northern Quest Resort & Casino, Pend Oreille Room, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. $45-$65. (509) 481-6700.

Lucinda Williams Singer-songwriter from Lake Charles, Louisiana, travels the road to Spokane, bringing a repertoire rich in country and blues. Saturday, 8 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $39-$49. (509) 227-7638.

The Brotherhood Tour Ernie Haase & Signature Sound and the Booth Brothers are coming together for an evening of gospel music on the Brotherhood Tour. Call (800) 965-9324 or visit www.imcconcerts.com for tickets. Sunday, 6 p.m., Turning Point Open Bible Church, 11911 N. Division St.$25/general admission; $30/artist circle. (509) 467-5122.

The Music of “West Side Story” Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre presents beloved favorites like “Tonight,” “Somewhere” and “One Hand, One Heart” and more of Leonard Bernstein’s music. Sunday, 7 p.m., North Idaho College, Todd Hall, 1000 West Garden Ave, Coeur d’Alene. $25. (208) 660-2958.

Spokane Symphony Chamber Soiree: A Valentine’s Treat The musicians of the orchestra perform chamber music in an intimate setting. Ticket holders may call ahead to reserve a preconcert dinner at Burgandy’s restaurant. Tuesday and Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Spokane Club, 1002 W. Riverside Ave. $20-$48. (509) 624-1200.

Brad Keeler & Linda Parman: Sourdough Songs Ballads and tunes from the Klondike Gold Rush days (and a few modern songs inspired by the time). Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., Deer Park Library, 208 S. Forest Ave., Deer Park, (509) 893-8300; Thursday, 6:30 p.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road, (509) 893-8350. Free.

UI Faculty Recital Shawn Copeland, clarinet; Giselle Hillyer, violin; Roger McVey, piano. Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. $5/adults; $3/students and seniors. (208) 885-7212.

Dance

Valentine’s Dessert Ball and Social Dancing, desserts and fun at the Northwest Christian Jazz Band’s second annual event. Performances by Tuxedo Junction and the NWC Jazz Band. Doors open at 6 p.m. for the dessert and social time. Complimentary dance instruction at 6:15 p.m. The Tuxedo Junction Big Band will take the stage at 7 p.m. Adults only; formal/semi-formal attire. This is an alcohol-free fundraiser. Today, Service Station, 9315 N. Nevada St. $25. (509) 292-6700, ext. 224.

Sandpoint Contra Dance No dance experience or partner necessary. Singles, couples and families welcome. Bring clean shoes for dancing and a potluck snack to share. Today, 7-10 p.m., Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., Sandpoint. $5. (208) 263-6751.

Belly Dancing Today, 5 p.m., Red Dragon Downtown, 1406 W. Third Ave. (509) 838-6688.

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.

Country Western Gospel Jubilee Potluck dinner with music by the Jubileers and Patti Parks with special guest Rod Erickson. Saturday, 5:30 p.m., Lake City Community Church, 6000 N. Ramsey Road, Coeur d’Alene. Free admission. (208) 704-2739.

Valentine Contra Dance Hosted by Spokane Folklore Society; music by the River City Ramblers, caller will be Larry Simmons. Community dance, no partner needed. Bring a potluck item to share and dip in the chocolate fountain; beginner workshop at 6:45 p.m. Saturday, 7-10 p.m., East Spokane Grange, 1621 N. Park Road. $10. (509) 747-2640.

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

Intro to Belly Dance: Fast Moves for the Drum Solo No dance experience necessary. Coin hip scarves welcome. Thursday, 7-8 p.m., The Warehouse, upstairs studio, N. 800 Hamilton St. $40/four weeks; $15/per class. (509) 993-4423.

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.

“It’s a Date” Blue Door Players present an improvised dating fiasco. 8 p.m. today, Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

Live Comedy 8 p.m. today, Red Dragon Downtown, 1406 W. Third Ave. (509) 838-6688.

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

Live Comedy Stand-up comedy Wednesday at 8 p.m., Brooklyn Nights, 122 S. Monroe St. No cover. (509) 835-4177.

Theater

“Any One of Us: Words from Prison” The University of Idaho Women’s Center presents Eve Ensler’s play about women in prison and the violence that often brings them there. Ticket sales will benefit Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse and the V-Day Campaign. Today and Saturday at 7 p.m., University of Idaho, Bruce M. Pitman Center, 709 Deakin Ave., Moscow. $10/general; $8/students. (208) 885-2777.

“Reasons to be Pretty” Today-Sunday. Neil LaBute’s Tony-nominated play enters its final weekend. Today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 2 p.m. The Modern Theater Spokane, 174 S. Howard St. $19-$25. (509) 455-7529.

“Orphans” Today-Feb. 22. Two orphaned brothers are surviving in their rundown Philadelphia row house. Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays 2 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $22. (509) 325-2507.

“Memphis: The Musical” Thursday-Feb. 22. From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis where rock ’n’ roll was born comes a musical that features explosive dancing, irresistible songs and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love. Part of the 2014-15 Best of Broadway Series. Shows are 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Feb. 20-21, 2 p.m. Feb. 21, and 1 and 6:30 p.m. Feb. 22. INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $32.50-$72.50. (800) 325-SEAT.

“Little Shop of Horrors” Thursday-Feb. 28. A rock musical about a hapless florist shop worker who raises a plant that suddenly becomes a deadly threat to the world’s very existence. Performances are Thursdays, Fridays and Feb. 25 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.; and Feb. 22 at 1:30 p.m. Regional Theatre of the Palouse, 122 N. Grande Ave., Pullman. $20/adults; $12/age 12 and younger. (509) 334-0750.

Looking ahead

UI Jazz Bands and Jazz Choirs Recital. Feb. 20, 6:30 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. $5/adults; $3/students and seniors. (208) 885-7212.

New West Guitar Group Chateau Guitar Masters. Feb. 20, 8 p.m., Chateau Rive at the Flour Mill, 621 W. Mallon Ave. $15. (509) 795-2030.

Friday Night Dance “Hearts and Flowers.” Feb. 20, 7-10 p.m., South Side Senior Center, 2934 E. 27th Ave. $8/center members; $10/nonmembers; $6/students with coupons. (509) 535-0803.

Jim Breuer Named one of Comedy Central’s “100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time.” Feb. 20, 7:30 p.m., Northern Quest Resort & Casino, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. $35-$55. (509) 481-6700.

“Honk! Jr.” Feb. 20-March 1. Christian Youth Theatre presentation. Fridays at 7 p.m.; Saturdays at 3 and 7 p.m.; and March 1 at 3 p.m. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $10-$14. (800) 325-SEAT.

“Creeps” Feb. 20-March 1. A contemporary romantic comedy by local playwright Sandra Hosking. Fridays at Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m. Stage Left, 108 W. Third Ave. $10. (509) 838-9727.

“The Nerd” Feb. 20-March 8. 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. $13-$21. (208) 667-1323.