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‘America’s Got Talent’ favorite returns to the Spokane Comedy Club

UPDATED: Thu., March 2, 2023

It’s not easy winning over Simon Cowell. The popular arbiter of taste, who reigns as an “America’s Got Talent” judge, is known for his unrelenting criticism. However, Cowell praised Mike E. Winfield and honored the veteran stand-up by pressing his golden buzzer during the “AGT” competition in 2022. Cowell proceeded to gush over Winfield’s material and delivery.

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‘The Will to Live’ propels Titus Andronicus after the death of a band member

UPDATED: Thu., March 2, 2023

A number of tremendous albums have been inspired by the death of bandmates, family and/or friends. Neil Young’s brilliant “Tonight’s the Night,” Arcade Fire’s breakthrough release “Funeral” and the Flaming Lips’ classic “The Soft Bulletin” were each triggered by the loss of loved ones.

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Hirie, the singer-songwriter who dances with emotion, showcases ‘Mood Swings’ at the Knitting Factory

UPDATED: Thu., March 2, 2023

The singer-songwriter Hirie has been married for 15 years and has had all she could hope for since getting hitched, but one thing.

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First Friday

UPDATED: Thu., March 2, 2023

First Friday is 5-8 p.m. March 3, unless otherwise noted.

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Stream on Demand: In ‘The Woman King,’ Viola Davis’ scars demonstrate her ferocity

Thu., Feb. 23, 2023

What’s new for home viewing on Video on Demand and Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, HBO Max, Amazon Prime, and other streaming services.

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It’s a homecoming for Eckart Preu who returns to serve up Bruckner and Wagner

UPDATED: Thu., March 2, 2023

The third time will be the charm for Eckart Preu and the Spokane Symphony.

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BachFest is back at the Barrister

UPDATED: Thu., Feb. 23, 2023

“I get by with a little help from my friends,” is one of the most indelible messages from the Beatles. Zuill Bailey’s mentor Paul Rosenthal is down with the Fab’s view.

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Static-X is alive again after the death of Wayne Static, will play sold-out Spokane show March 2

UPDATED: Thu., Feb. 23, 2023

Tony Campos isn’t surprised Static-X’s gig March 2 at the Knitting Factory is sold out.

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Joe Dombrowski is a Seattle comic who is more comfortable performing in Spokane

UPDATED: Thu., Feb. 23, 2023

Joe Dombrowski lives in Seattle, but the veteran comic is most at home in Spokane. “I have no ties to the city, but I connect more with Spokane than I do with Seattle as a comic,” Dombrowski said while calling from his Seattle home.

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Game On: Atomic Heart confidently fills the void left by BioShock

UPDATED: Thu., Feb. 23, 2023

While we all wait for BioShock creator Ken Levine’s new game Judas to launch most likely in 2025 – seriously – or for Cloud Chamber Collective to deliver some sort of news about the fourth BioShock game beyond rumors and speculation, fans of the genre have to make due with what they can get their hands on. Atomic Heart was released on Tuesday, and players are already calling it “BioShock in the USSR.”

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Stage Left advances to regional competition after winning multiple state awards for ‘Pass Over’

UPDATED: Thu., Feb. 23, 2023

It’s not over for Stage Left’s “Pass Over.” The provocative play, which graced the Stage Left stage eight months ago, won the Washington State Community Theater Association (WSCTA) state competition, Kaliedoscope, in Tacoma earlier in the month.

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The versatile Paul Anka will perform at Northern Quest

Thu., Feb. 16, 2023

Give Paul Anka credit for taking a chance by stepping out of his comfort zone. The teen idol from the ‘50s successfully went ‘90s during the 2000s.

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The gritty and unpredictable comic Mark Normand returns

UPDATED: Thu., Feb. 16, 2023

“I was brought up under the roller coaster in the Coney Island section of Brooklyn. Maybe that accounts for my personality, which is a little nervous.” -Annie Hall

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Guitar virtuoso Tommy Emmanuel will play and pay his respects to a Spokane legend

UPDATED: Thu., Feb. 16, 2023

Bing Crosby is what comes to mind when Tommy Emmanuel conjures images of Spokane. The Australian guitar hero has played the Bing Crosby Theater the last few times he’s been in town.

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The return of the provocative ‘Parallel Lives’

UPDATED: Thu., Feb. 16, 2023

No one needs to explain to Melody Deatherage and Kathie Doyle-Lipe how much heavy lifting is required to pull off “Parallel Lives.”

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Stream on Demand: ‘Sharper’ crafts a twisty con with Julianne Moore and Sebastian Stan

UPDATED: Thu., Feb. 16, 2023

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Game On: Harry Potter and the case for separating art from artist

UPDATED: Thu., Feb. 16, 2023

Afte two lengthy delays, Hogwarts Legacy was released on Feb. 10 for Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. Taking place in the Harry Potter universe, the player controls a character of their own creation, a fifth-year Hogwarts student in 1899 – about a century before the events of the novels and films – who ultimately finds themself facing dark wizards and quashing a goblin rebellion.

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Stream on Demand: Sam Mendes’ ode to cinema, ‘Empire of Light,’ comes to HBO Max

Thu., Feb. 9, 2023

What’s new for home viewing on Video on Demand and Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, HBO Max, Amazon Prime, and other streaming services.

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Those missing out on the Shrek rave at the Knitting Factory will be green with envy

UPDATED: Thu., Feb. 9, 2023

There’s a swamp out there that no one wants to drain. Nostalgia-loving millennials are ready to dive into the beloved bog of Shrek.

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Dead fish in CdA before making their debut in Spokane is a must for Magic City Hippies

UPDATED: Thu., Feb. 9, 2023

Great grub is almost as significant as solid songs for the Magic City Hippies.

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‘America’s Got Talent’ favorite returns to the Spokane Comedy Club

‘The Will to Live’ propels Titus Andronicus after the death of a band member

Hirie, the singer-songwriter who dances with emotion, showcases ‘Mood Swings’ at the Knitting Factory

First Friday

Stream on Demand: In ‘The Woman King,’ Viola Davis’ scars demonstrate her ferocity

It’s a homecoming for Eckart Preu who returns to serve up Bruckner and Wagner

BachFest is back at the Barrister

Static-X is alive again after the death of Wayne Static, will play sold-out Spokane show March 2

Joe Dombrowski is a Seattle comic who is more comfortable performing in Spokane

Game On: Atomic Heart confidently fills the void left by BioShock

Stage Left advances to regional competition after winning multiple state awards for ‘Pass Over’

The versatile Paul Anka will perform at Northern Quest

The gritty and unpredictable comic Mark Normand returns

Guitar virtuoso Tommy Emmanuel will play and pay his respects to a Spokane legend

The return of the provocative ‘Parallel Lives’

Stream on Demand: ‘Sharper’ crafts a twisty con with Julianne Moore and Sebastian Stan

Game On: Harry Potter and the case for separating art from artist

Stream on Demand: Sam Mendes’ ode to cinema, ‘Empire of Light,’ comes to HBO Max

Those missing out on the Shrek rave at the Knitting Factory will be green with envy

Dead fish in CdA before making their debut in Spokane is a must for Magic City Hippies

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