Stage listings

Music

UI Jazz Bands and Choirs Today, 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. Today, 8 p.m., Chateau Rive at the Flour Mill, 621 W. Mallon Ave. $15. (509) 795-2030.

The Round No. 5 Songwriters, slam poets and visual artists will share the stage and create while the audience sits only a few feet away. Featuring musicians Tyler Aker, Cold Mt. Yeti and Ruth Henrickson. Featured poet will be Devin Devine and featured visual artist is Jesse Pierpoint. Today, 8 p.m., 228 W. Sprague Ave. $8/advance; $10/doors. (509) 747-2174.

Inland NW Bluegrass Music Association Showcase Local and regional bands perform bluegrass and other related forms of acoustic music. Saturday, 7 p.m., Trent Elementary School, 3303 N. Pines Road. $7/general; free/age 12 and younger. (509) 484-4668.

Brad Keeler & Linda Parman: Sourdough Songs Ballads and tunes from the Klondike Gold Rush days (and a few modern songs inspired by the time). Saturday, 2 p.m., Fairfield Library, 305 E. Main St., Fairfield, (509) 893-8320; Monday, 6:30 p.m., Medical Lake Library, 321 E. Herb St., Medical Lake, (509) 893-8330; Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St., (509) 893-8340. Free.

Brahms & Brews Presented by Spokane Choral Artists. Enjoy a preconcert beer flight and program talk with SCA director Max Mendez. Enjoy Brahms’ Liebeslieder Waltzes and Drei Quartette with guest pianists Kendall Feeney and Greg Presley. At intermission, enjoy beer and snacks provided by Roost Bakery. Then settle in for modern choral selections. Commemorative glass included in ticket price. Must be 21 or older. Saturday, 6 p.m., Holy Names Music Center, McNally Hall, 3910 W. Custer Drive. $25. (509) 979-4656.

Live Music By Guy Caillouet. Saturday, 7-9 p.m., Huckleberry’s Natural Market, 926 S. Monroe St. No cover. (509) 624-1349.

Corinne Smith, trumpet UI Graduate Student Recital. Saturday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. Free. (208) 885-7212.

Jim Gill’s Family Room Tour Award-winning musician and author offers an opportunity for family play. Gill strums energetic rhythms on his banjo while everyone claps, sings, dances and even sneezes along. Bring a blanket for your whole family to sit and enjoy the concert together. Sunday, 3 p.m., CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place. Free. (509) 893-8400.

Carol Padgham Albrecht, oboe, and Jovanni Rey de Pedro, piano UI Faculty Recital. Sunday, 4 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.

Twilight Tour of Bach Sonatas at Historic Landmarks J.S. Bach’s Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin, hosted by Zuill Bailey and featuring Kurt Nikkanen and Soovin Kim, internationally acclaimed violinists. No-host wine bars at each venue at 5 p.m., except at Patsy Clark’s when doors open at 6 p.m. All ages concert. This week’s concerts feature Nikkanen. Tuesday, Barrister Winery, 1213 W. Railroad Ave.; Wednesday, Patsy Clark’s Mansion, 2208 W. Second Ave.; Thursday, Davenport Hotel, Elizabethan Room, 10 S. Post St. $20/general. (509) 465-3591.

Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival Wednesday-Feb. 28. Opening concert at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, University of Idaho Student Union Building Ballroom, will highlight vibraphonist Stefon Harris, saxophonists Jeff Coffin and Grace Kelly, the All-Star Quartet featuring Josh Nelson, Graham Dechter, Katie Thiroux and Kevin Kanner and the Lionel Hampton School of Music Jazz Band 1. Thursday evening concerts at 7, 8, 8:30 and 9 p.m. will showcase various artists. The Jensen Sisters, followed by Dianne Reeves, perform beginning at 8:30 p.m. Feb. 27 in the ASUI Kibbie Dome. On Feb. 28 at 8:30 p.m., the lineup will include the Lionel Hampton Jazz Orchestra with another appearance by special guest Harris. The festival will close with a Special Extravaganza, including another appearance by Reeves. For a full list of events, visit www.uidaho.edu/jazzfest. University of Idaho, 709 Deakin Ave., Moscow. $250/donors; $20-$50 per night. (208) 885-5900.

Jayme Stone’s Lomax Project Two-time Juno-winning banjoist and composer Jayme Stone brings his friends to mine the rich legacy of the Alan Lomax archive. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $17. (800) 325-SEAT.

Horn Concert Music by Bach, Gounod and Tomasi performed by faculty member Jennifer Brummett. Wednesday, 8 p.m., Whitworth University, Music Building recital hall, 300 W. Hawthorne. Free. (509) 777-3280.

Della Mae Thursday, 7:30 p.m., Chateau Rive at the Flour Mill, Flour Mill, 621 W. Mallon Ave. $20/advance; $25/day of show. (509) 795-2030.

Crystal Bowersox Singer-songwriter was the runner-up on the ninth season of “American Idol.” Thursday, 7:30 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $29-39. (800) 325-SEAT.

Dance

Senior Night Dances Live music provided by the band Variety Pak, playing music from the ’20s through the ’80s. Today, 7-10 p.m., South Side Senior Center, 2934 E. 27th Ave. $10/general, $8/center members, $6/students. (509) 535-0803.

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

Contra Dance Music by Potatohead; caller is Sandi Klingler. Beginners lesson at 7:30 p.m.; dance from 8-11 p.m. Saturday, 1912 Center, 412 E. Third St., Moscow. $8. (208) 882-1562.

Contra Dance Contra Dance at Spokane Women’s club every Wednesday evening. Free lessons available at 7 p.m. It’s best to wear comfortable shoes with slick soles for this lively dance form with plenty of movement. 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 Live professional comedy today and Saturday; doors open at 6:30 p.m.; shows start at 8 p.m. Stand-up comedy Thursday; sign-ups at 7 p.m.; comedy at 8 p.m. Uncle D’s Comedy Underground, 2721 N. Market St. No cover/Thursday; $12/today and Saturday. (509) 483-7300.

Canceled: Comedian Jim Breuer Today, 7:30 p.m., Northern Quest Resort & Casino, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. (509) 481-6700.

“It’s a Date” 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.

“Whose Line Is It Anyway?” A night of improv, with occasional audience participation, and special guest Ben Kardos. Based on the popular TV show. Saturday, 7 p.m., Pend Oreille Playhouse, 240 N. Union Ave., Newport, Wash. $10/adults; $5/students age 18 and younger. (509) 671-3389.

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

Homegrown Comedy Friends of the Bing presents a local comedy open mic series at the Ovations Lounge above the lobby. Best comedians from the series are to be featured in “March Madness Comedy Showcase.” 10:30 p.m. today, Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. Free. (509) 227-7404.

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

Theater

“Memphis: The Musical” Continues through Sunday. Part of the 2014-15 Best of Broadway Series. Performances are today at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday at 2 and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 1 and 6:30 p.m. INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $32.50-$72.50. (800) 325-SEAT.

“Orphans” Continues through Sunday. Harold, a wealthy businessman cloaked in mystery and humor, turns the lives of two brothers upside down. Performances are today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 2 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $22. (509) 325-2507.

“Little Shop of Horrors” Today-Feb. 28. A rock musical about a hapless florist shop worker who raises a carnivorous plant. Performances are Wednesdays-Fridays at 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday 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.

“Creeps” Today-March 1. A contemporary romantic comedy by local playwright Sandra Hosking. Sarah is a powerful woman in the virtual world she creates. But when Sarah meets Eve, a powerful woman in the real world with the allure to attract the man of Sarah’s dreams, can Sarah resist the pull of the real world? Performances are 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” Today-March 8. How do you tell a man who saved your life that he is driving you crazy? In this comedy, Willum’s hero turns out to be a tactless, socially inept nerd who wears out his welcome. 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. $13-$21. (208) 667-1323.

“Art” Fundraiser Yasmina Reza’s Tony Award-winning play about aesthetic extravagance and trendiness will be presented as a reading. Doors open at 7 p.m. for light refreshments. Proceeds benefit the Prichard Art Gallery. Saturday, 7 p.m., Prichard Gallery, 414/416 S. Main St., Moscow. $25/suggested donation. (208) 885-3586.

“The Diary of Anne Frank” Thursday-March 7. A play based on the writings of a young Jewish girl in hiding with her family during World War II. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7 p.m. Mead High School Theater, 302 W. Hastings Road. $10/adults; $5/students and seniors. (509) 465-7000.

Fundraiser Performance of “Nunsense A-Men!” Benefits the Central Valley High School Grad Night Celebration. Doors open at 6 p.m. for cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction; curtain at 7:30 p.m. The play is basically the original “Nunsense” show with all of the characters being portrayed by local male musical comedy performers. Tickets available through Central Valley High School by calling (509) 216-9697. Credit cards and checks accepted. Thursday, Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $35, cocktails not included. Parking is free. (509) 954-9406.

Looking ahead

Upright Citizens Brigade Touring Company America’s rising comedy stars will create a hilarious and fully improvised show before your eyes. . Feb. 27, 7:30 p.m., Washington State University, Jones Theatre, 1060 E. College Ave., Pullman. $20/adults; $16/seniors; $10/ students and youth. (509) 335-8522.

“Nunsense A-Men” Feb. 27-March 22. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $22-$30. (509) 325-2507.

“The Legend of Pocahontas” Feb. 27-March 8. Christian Youth Theatre North Idaho presents a musical that follows the story of Pocahontas, made legendary from her meeting with 17th century Jamestown settlers. Performances are Fridays at 7 p.m.; Saturdays at 3 and 7 p.m.; and Sundays at 3 p.m. Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. $9-$15. (208) 277-5727.

“Exit Laughing” Feb. 27-March 14. StageWest Community Theatre presents a comedy about three ladies who “borrow” the ashes of a friend for one last card game. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m.; and a dinner theatre performance on March 14 at 6 p.m. Reservations required for dinner theatre by March 13. Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 639 Elm St., Cheney. $12/adults; $10/seniors; $5/students; $25/dinner theatre. (509) 235-2441.

“American Idle: Murdering the Music” Feb. 27-March 15. In this dark comedy, viewers tune in as the top 10 finalists perform live for a studio audience. Victory takes a backseat to survival as death threats are soon made real. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Feb. 28 and Sundays at 2 p.m. Liberty Lake Community Theatre, 22910 E. Appleway Ave., Suite 1, Liberty Lake. $12/general; $10/seniors age 65 and older; $8/youth ages 3-12; free/children age two and younger. (509) 342-2055.

An Evening of Elegance in a Historic Home Catalyst String Quartet and cellist Zuill Bailey will perform the Schubert Cello Quintet in C Major, D.956, Op. posth., and other selections at the historic Hutton House. Reservations requested. Feb. 27, 8 p.m., Hutton House, 2206 E. 17th Ave. $100/person. (509) 924-1132.