Arrow-right Camera
The Spokesman-Review Newspaper
Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

7 Nights Out

1

An Evening With Bill Maher

Emmy award-winning comedian and television host of HBO’s “Real Time” brings his political satire and sociopolitical commentary to Spokane.

When: 8 p.m. Saturday

Where: Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave.

Cost: SOLD OUT

Info: (509) 624-1200

2

Russian Grand Ballet Presents: ‘Swan Lake’

Russia’s brightest ballet stars bring this romantic tale of true love to life. Experience P.I. Tchaikovsky’s score set against the story based on the German legend of Odette, a beautiful princess who is turned into a swan. This full-scale production follows a young prince as he works to free the beautiful swan maiden from an evil spell.

When: Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m.

Where: Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave.

Cost: $33.50-$57, through TicketsWest

Info: www.bingcrosbytheater.com

3

Third Day

One of Christian music’s biggest bands presents an evening of worship with support from Brandon Heath and Warren Barfield.

When: 7 p.m. Saturday

Where: INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.

Cost: $15-$75, through TicketsWest

Info: www.inbpac.com

4

Raekwon Live from the ‘Inspired Ski Movie Tour’

The hip-hop star and member of the Wu Tang Clan and “The Inspired Ski Movie Tour” on one stage? Oh, yeah. Enjoy ski movies, hear from skiers Tanner Hall, Phil Casabon and Henrik Harlaut, then hang out and wait for Raekwon to take the stage.

When: Friday; doors open at 6 p.m., ski movies at 8 p.m. and concert at 10 p.m.

Where: Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave.

Cost: $15, through TicketsWest

Info: www.bingcrosbytheater.com

5

GWAR

Costumed musicians perform heavy metal music, joined by special guests Born of Osiris, Battlecross and Helldorado.

When: 8 p.m. Saturday

Where: Knitting Factory, 919 W. Sprague Ave.

Cost: $20 advance, $23 day of show, through Ticketweb.

Info: sp.knittingfactory.com

6

Slipknot

Costumed musicians perform heavy metal music, joined by special guests Suicidal Tendencies and Beartooth.

When: 7 p.m. Tuesday

Where: Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave.

Cost: $35-$45, through TicketsWest

Info: www.spokanearena.com

7

Howard Crosby’s Tribute To Bing

An intimate evening celebrating Bing Crosby as nephew Howard Crosby sings from his uncle’s catalog of songs from the 1930s to the 1970s. Joining on piano will be Randy Kaping, and Hot Club of Spokane will perform tunes from Bing’s early years on the 1920s jazz scene. To augment the songs and stories, video and photography of Bing’s life will be presented on the Bing Crosby Theater’s giant screen.

When: 7 p.m. Tuesday

Where: Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave.

Cost: $18 adults, $15 seniors and students, through Ticketswest

Info: www.bingcrosbytheater.com