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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

Stage Listings

Music

UI Jazz Band 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. (208) 885-6231.

“Queen – It’s a Kinda Magic!” The theatrical creation of the very best of Queen live in concert, which has captured the imagination of Queen fans everywhere. The show delivers the whole Queen experience. The passion and excitement of Freddie Mercury, the amazing guitar solos of Brian May and all those unbelievable harmonies from the whole band. Delivering the best of the ’70s and ’80s rock era with modern-day sound and lighting, it takes audiences back in time. Today, 8 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $30-$59. (800) 325-SEAT.

Washington Idaho Symphony Felix Mendelssohn’s Hebrides Overture; Carl Nielsen’s Flute Concerto with Ann Yasinitsky, flute; Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4 in B flat Major. Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Washington State University, Daggy Hall, Jones Theatre, Pullman. $25/adult; $15/students; $10/age 12 and younger. (509) 335-3564.

Spokane Jazz Orchestra Nicole Lewis, SJO at the Crossroads. Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $26.50/adults; $24/seniors and military; $24.50/season pass of four concerts. (800) 325-SEAT.

Hog Heaven Big Band Tunes from the Great American Song Book. Saturday, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Artisans at Dahmen Barn, Highway 195 North, 419 Park Way, Uniontown. $5. (509) 299-3414.

Food Truck, Brews and Blues Festival A benefit for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Inland Northwest with local food trucks, breweries and live music. Located in Steam Plant North parking lot. Sunday, noon-7 p.m., Steam Plant, 159 S. Lincoln St. $10-$25. (509) 777-3900.

Spokane String Quartet Opening its 37th season with a salute to the old and the new. In addition to works by Joseph Haydn (String Quartet in D Minor, Op. 76, No. 2 “Quinten”) and Ludwig van Beethoven (String Quartet No. 13 in B-flat Major, Op. 130), the quartet will present “Nightshade” by Cary Boyce, pianist, internationally known composer, and president and general manager of Spokane Public Radio. Sunday, 3 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $20/adults; $16/seniors; $12/students. (509) 624-1200.

Common Ground Top 40 favorites. Part of the Concerts on the Cliff series. Age 21 and older, photo ID required. Sunday, 5:30 p.m., Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, 4705 N. Fruit Hill Road, Spokane Valley. $8. (509) 927-9463.

Newsboys Christian pop rock, with opening acts Hawk Nelson and Ryan Stevenson. Sunday, 6 p.m., INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $20-$40. (800) 325-SEAT.

Bill Wharton, cello Emeritus Faculty Recital. Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. $5/adults; $3/students. (208) 885-6231.

UI University Orchestra Thursday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, University Auditorium, 851 Campus Drive, Moscow. $5/adults; $3/seniors and students. (208) 885-6231.

Dance

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

Ballroom Dance Celebrating National Ballroom Dance Week by learning three dances in one night. Experienced instructors will be teaching the basics of Fox Trot, Swing and Rumba. Saturday, 7-10 p.m., Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., Sandpoint. $9/general; $5/teens. (208) 699-0421.

Vintage Swing Night Introductory lessons to the big band and jump blues sounds of the ’20s, ’30s and ’40s. No partner needed. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes that support your feet. Monday, 7 p.m., Satori Dance, 122 S. Monroe St. $5. (509) 919-9162.

Contra Dance Presented by Spokane Folklore Society each Wednesday. No partner needed and all are welcome. Beginner workshop at 7:15 p.m., dancing 7:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Woman’s Club of Spokane, 1428 W. Ninth Ave. $5/members and students; $7/nonmembers. (509) 747-2640.

Argentine Tango Lessons Wear shoes with smooth soles. Lesson begins at 7 p.m., dance from 8 to 10 p.m. Beginners welcome. Thursday, German American Hall, 25 W. Third St. $5. (509) 456-2542.

Salsa Dancing Thursday, 7 p.m., Satori Dance, 122 S. Monroe St. $5. (360) 550-5106.

Comedy

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

Creed Bratton From “The Office.” An evening of music and comedy. Today, 8 p.m., The Bartlett, 228 W. Sprague Ave. $20/standing; $30/seating. (509) 747-2174.

“I Saw You” Improvised comedy show. Friday nights in September at 8 p.m. Last Friday of the month is the 10 p.m. “After Dark” show. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

A Night of Improv Comedy No scripts, sets or props. All proceeds go to support the Green Bluff Grange Scholarship Program. Saturday, 7 p.m., Greenbluff Grange Hall, Old Orchard Theatre, 9809 E. Greenbluff Road. $10. (509) 863-3337.

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

Comedian John Mulaney He began his career in New York’s East Village as part of the two-man “Oh Hello Show” with comedian Nick Kroll. He has since performed all around the world. Thursday, 8 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $34-$49. (800) 325-SEAT.

Theater

Cowboy Supper Show Outdoor melodrama , indoor barbecue supper, and a nostalgic hour of cowboy trail music performed by the Riders of the Rockin’ B. Shows are today and Saturday, 5:30 p.m., Rockin’ B Ranch, 3912 Spokane Bridge Road, Liberty Lake. $45.95/adults; $16.50/age 10 and younger. (509) 891-9016.

“Magical Stars” Variety show featuring local singers, dancers, comedians, musicians and magicians. Performances are today at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 2 p.m., Woodland Theatre, 120 W. Third Ave., Kettle Falls, Wash. $5. (509) 738-6626.

“Venus in Fur” A Tony-Award winning comedy. Content not suitable for all audiences. Performances are today and Saturday at 8:30 p.m., Regional Theatre of the Palouse, 122 N. Grande Ave., Pullman. $10. (509) 334-0750.

“Blunder Woman” Today-Sunday. Green Bluff’s Old Orchard Theatre presents a spoof of the 1970s TV show “Wonder Woman.” Proceeds benefit the Green Bluff Grange Scholarship Fund. Performances are today and Saturday at 7 p.m.; and Sunday at 2 p.m., Greenbluff Grange Hall, 9809 E. Greenbluff Road, Green Bluff. $10. (509) 238-5167.

“Play On!” Today-Oct. 4. A backstage comedy about the week leading up to opening night at a community theater. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m., Ignite! Community Theatre, 10814 E. Broadway Ave., Spokane Valley. $10-$14/advance; $15/door. (509) 795-0004.

“Rock of Ages” Today-Oct 10. It’s back to big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos and big hair in this musical comedy. 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. $23-$27. (208) 676-7529.

“Other Desert Cities” Today-Oct. 11. The Palm Springs dwelling of the Wyeth family is filled with clever exchanges meant to push buttons. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m., The Modern Theater Spokane, 174 S. Howard St. $20-$24. (509) 455-7529.

“Catch Me If You Can” Today-Oct. 18. A high-flying musical comedy based on the true story of a precocious teenager seeking fame and fortune while pursued by the FBI. 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.

Looking ahead

Neil Young Oct. 2, 7:30 p.m., Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. $59.50-$125. (800) 325-SEAT.

Bryce Call, Trumpet Oct. 2, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. (208) 885-6111.

MarchFourth Marching Band Oct. 2, 8 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. $27. (208) 263-9191.

Brad Richter and Viktor Uzur Live concert by classical guitarist Richter and cellist Uzur. Oct. 2, 7 p.m., Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center, 405 N. William St., Post Falls. $25/general; $20/students; $20/military. (208) 457-8950.

“No Clue” Improvised murder mystery/comedy. Shows Friday nights in October at 8 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

“Anne of Green Gables” Oct. 2-Oct. 17. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m.; and a dinner theater performance on Oct. 17 at 6 p.m. Reservations required for dinner theater by Oct. 16. Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 639 Elm St., Cheney. $12/adults; $10/ seniors; $5/students; $30/dinner theater. (509) 235-2441.

“The Elevator” Oct. 2-Oct. 10. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7 p.m.; and Oct. 3 at 2 p.m., Liberty Lake Community Theatre, 22910 E. Appleway Ave., Suite 1, Liberty Lake. $12. (509) 342-2055.

“I Love Lucy Live on Stage” Oct. 2, 7:30 p.m., INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $51.50-$67.50. (800) 325-SEAT.

“Steel Magnolias” Oct. 2-Oct. 10. Moscow Community Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 2 p.m., Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre, 508 S. Main St., Moscow. $10/general; $8/student and senior. (208) 882-4127.

Friday Family Dances For all ages. Live music and a potluck at 6:30 p.m., dancing from 7 to 8 p.m. Oct. 2, St. John’s Cathedral, 127 E. 12th Ave. Free; donations accepted for the band. (509) 533-9955.