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Great Scott! Travel back in time this summer with these classic 1980s movies

Thu., June 2, 2022

Top Ten films of the '80s

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A Beatles exhibit hopes to make ‘Get Back’ a museum experience

UPDATED: Sun., May 29, 2022

CLEVELAND – Imagine discovering the Beatles for the first time. You walk into a dark room and see the four of them blown up on a giant screen. They're playing a blistering live set. It is a gig, in rock circles, that has been acknowledged as one of the most famous musical performances on film.

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‘New queer voices, queer creativity’: Spokane Arts gears up for third annual Queer Art Walk for Pride month

Sat., May 28, 2022

Andrew Whitver, the creator of the Queer Art Walk, grew up as an openly gay man in the 1980s at the height of the AIDS epidemic. Witnessing the vast number of his friends' deaths propelled him into the political queer landscape. "I've always been a queer activist," he said.

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Judd Apatow discusses his HBO documentary: ‘Carlin was so beloved and respected by comics’

UPDATED: Sun., May 29, 2022

One of the most daunting documentaries to tackle is the life of George Carlin. The late iconic comedian was not only a complex individual, but also his fascinating existence had a number of different acts. Carlin, who was as much philosopher as entertainer, kept reinventing himself during his extraordinary run.

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Review: ‘We Feed People’ spotlights relief efforts of chef José Andrés

Sat., May 28, 2022

"We Feed People," Ron Howard's engrossing documentary about chef José Andrés and his relief organization, World Central Kitchen, begins with a disaster. It's not the kind you'd expect. Andrés is riding in the back of a large all-terrain vehicle loaded with hot food to distribute to North Carolina residents.

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The Sex Pistols are back with a Disney vision of punk

Sat., May 28, 2022

Anarchy on Disney+. Close to 50 years after the Sex Pistols shook up the music scene with the birth of the punk movement in Britain, a six-part series about the band titled "Pistol" is arriving on the streaming service in the U.K. and Hulu in the U.S. The show is directed by Danny Boyle ("Trainspotting," "Slumdog Millionaire").

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Ray Liotta, who starred in ‘The River Murders’ in Spokane, dies at 67

UPDATED: Fri., May 27, 2022

Ray Liotta, widely known for his compelling performance in Martin Scorsese’s “Goodfellas,” died Thursday at 67. The star of "The Sopranos" prequel “The Many Saints of Newark,” died in his sleep while working on the film “Dangerous Waters” in the Dominican Republic.

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‘I’m getting back to where I should be’: Chris Botti headlines Fox Theater on Saturday night and is working on his first album in 10 years

UPDATED: Fri., May 27, 2022

Trumpet player Chris Botti, who will perform Saturday night at Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, is working on a new album. "It's about time that I get back on the road." The studio Blue Note will play host to Botti, 59, who is working on his first album since 2012's "Impressions."

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10 under $10 for May 27-June 3 – ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once,’ Monday Night Dance, Miguel Gonzales and Ladd Bjorneby

UPDATED: Thu., May 26, 2022

“Everything Everywhere All at Once” – 6 p.m. Friday, Magic Lantern Theatre, 25 W. Main St. Directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, the film is a hilarious and big-hearted sci-fi action-adventure about an exhausted Chinese American woman (Michelle Yeoh) who can't seem to finish her taxes.

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Bob Dylan brings Rough and Rowdy Ways tour to First Interstate Center for the Arts on Saturday night

UPDATED: Sat., May 28, 2022

There isn't much more for Bob Dylan to accomplish. The Nobel Prize Award recipient has won 10 Grammy Awards, an Academy Award, a Golden Globe and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Dylan, 81, is enshrined in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.

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Nick Swardson to headline at Spokane Comedy Club

UPDATED: Thu., May 26, 2022

Nick Swardson, who is part of Adam Sandler's posse, will perform Friday through Sunday at Spokane Comedy Club. Swardson, 45, starred in "Bucky Larson: Born to Be a Star," which he co-wrote and co-produced. Swardson also appeared in Happy Madison Productions such as "That's My Boy" and "Grown Ups 2."

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Stream on Demand: ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ battles Darth Vader, Grand Inquisitor on Disney+

UPDATED: Thu., May 26, 2022

Ewan McGregor returns to the “Star Wars” universe in “Obi-Wan Kenobi” (TV-14), an original series set between “Revenge of the Sith” and the original “Star Wars,” aka “A New Hope.” As Obi-Wan hides out on Tatooine to watch over the young Luke Skywalker, he’s hunted by the Grand Inquisitor and Darth Vader.

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Picture Perfect: Thrillers on a train – ‘Strangers’ is one of Hitchcock’s many masterpieces and his most suspenseful

UPDATED: Thu., May 26, 2022

It is difficult to top a truly great thriller. They’re more intimate than action movies, more bombastic than a horror film, and yet thrillers combine some of the best elements of both action and horror. The end result is often a nerve-wracking tale that commands your attention and keeps getting better as it goes on.

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‘Murder on the Orient Express’ arrives at Spokane Civic Theatre

UPDATED: Thu., May 26, 2022

Directing at Spokane Civic Theatre again for the first time since March 2019, Heather McHenry-Kroetch is glad to be returning with the cast of “Murder on the Orient Express.” “I'm excited to do it,” she said. Especially now, she explained, you never feel like you’re dragging yourself to rehearsal.

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Things to do in Spokane May 27-June 3 – ‘Stars on Ice,’ Spokane Farmers Market, Wonder Weekend Market and Food Truck Friday

UPDATED: Thu., May 26, 2022

Wonder Weekend Market – The Wonder Building hosts a weekend farmer and craft market featuring local vendors, food and drinks. Market runs through Oct. 22, 9:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. Wonder Building, 835 N. Post St. (509) 534-5039.

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Review: ‘Bob’s Burgers’ is a rare treat – a movie as good as the TV show

UPDATED: Thu., May 26, 2022

Fox's animated TV series "Bob's Burgers," which centers on restaurateur Bob Belcher (voice of H. Jon Benjamin) and his titular beachside burger joint, may be something of an acquired taste, like the many bizarre, pun-titled variants of the fast food staple that Bob has developed over 12 seasons.

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Game On: Raven Software forms union in spite of parent company Activision-Blizzard

UPDATED: Mon., May 30, 2022

Quality assurance workers at Raven Software voted to form a union Monday, putting an end to a longstanding battle with its parent company, Activision-Blizzard. The Game Workers Alliance is one of the first unions in the game development industry in the country – and the one that’s attracted the most public attention.

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Music Calendar for May 27-June 3 – Illenium, Guerrilla Warfare, Show Tha Product and Sensi Trails

UPDATED: Thu., May 26, 2022

Illenium – Electronic dance music, two-day festival. SaturdayMay 28, 7 p.m. Gorge Amphitheatre, 754 Silica Road NW, George. $90-$265. (509) 785-6262. Guerrilla Warfare – With Promise Breaker, Dirtnap and Thirty Seven. Saturday, 7:30 p.m. The Big Dipper, 171 S. Washington St. $13. (509) 863-8098.

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Stage listings for May 27-June 3 – Jon Dore, ‘Lifespan of a Fact,’ ‘Annie’ and ‘Matilda: the Musical’

Thu., May 26, 2022

Jon Dore – Jon Dore is a favorite on the comedy club and festival circuit in the U.S. and Canada. He has hosted the "Just for Laughs" Festival Homegrown Comedy Competition and enjoyed sold-out runs at the festival's Montreal and Toronto locations.

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What’s Worth Watching: ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 7,’ ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ and ‘Stranger Things’

UPDATED: Thu., May 26, 2022

"RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars" is back, back, back again for its seventh season, and it's off to a brilliant start with its highest-rated episode yet. The first season to feature only winners of past seasons of "RuPaul's Drag Race" and "Drag Race All Stars," the cast was bound to be exceptional.

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Great Scott! Travel back in time this summer with these classic 1980s movies

A Beatles exhibit hopes to make ‘Get Back’ a museum experience

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Judd Apatow discusses his HBO documentary: ‘Carlin was so beloved and respected by comics’

Review: ‘We Feed People’ spotlights relief efforts of chef José Andrés

The Sex Pistols are back with a Disney vision of punk

Ray Liotta, who starred in ‘The River Murders’ in Spokane, dies at 67

‘I’m getting back to where I should be’: Chris Botti headlines Fox Theater on Saturday night and is working on his first album in 10 years

10 under $10 for May 27-June 3 – ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once,’ Monday Night Dance, Miguel Gonzales and Ladd Bjorneby

Bob Dylan brings Rough and Rowdy Ways tour to First Interstate Center for the Arts on Saturday night

Nick Swardson to headline at Spokane Comedy Club

Stream on Demand: ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ battles Darth Vader, Grand Inquisitor on Disney+

Picture Perfect: Thrillers on a train – ‘Strangers’ is one of Hitchcock’s many masterpieces and his most suspenseful

‘Murder on the Orient Express’ arrives at Spokane Civic Theatre

Things to do in Spokane May 27-June 3 – ‘Stars on Ice,’ Spokane Farmers Market, Wonder Weekend Market and Food Truck Friday

Review: ‘Bob’s Burgers’ is a rare treat – a movie as good as the TV show

Game On: Raven Software forms union in spite of parent company Activision-Blizzard

Music Calendar for May 27-June 3 – Illenium, Guerrilla Warfare, Show Tha Product and Sensi Trails

Stage listings for May 27-June 3 – Jon Dore, ‘Lifespan of a Fact,’ ‘Annie’ and ‘Matilda: the Musical’

What’s Worth Watching: ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 7,’ ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ and ‘Stranger Things’

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