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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

Stage listings

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Music

“The Songstress” - Spokane Opera dinner theater production of Joseph Haydn’s comic opera, marking the 200th anniversary of Haydn’s death. Sung in English. Today, Tuesday, Wednesday and next Thursday. Reservations required. 6:30 p.m., Luigi’s Italian Restaurant 245 W. Main Ave. $70. (509) 533-1150.

Collective Soul - Rock. Today, 7 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Casino, Worley. $35-$45. (509) 325-SEAT.

Clumsy Lovers - Free outdoor concert; bring blankets and a picnic dinner. Today, 6:30-7:30 p.m., East City Park, Moscow, Idaho. (208) 883-7036.

KPBX Kids’ Concert - “March into Summer,” with old-time band shell music from the Spokane British Brass Band. Local mascots Wattson the Avista Energy Dog, Otto from the Spokane Indians and the Tooth Fairy from Moffitt Dentistry will gather up the children for a march around the park. Friday, noon- 1 p.m., Riverfront Park Clocktower Meadow. (509) 328-5729.

Rockin’ B Ranch - Cowboy supper show Friday, 5:30 p.m.; $29/adults, $10/children age 10 and younger, reservations required. 3912 N. Idaho Road, Liberty Lake. (509) 891-9016, (888) 762-5462.

Voice of Reason - Reggae, with openers Outpost. Friday, 8 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. $8/advance, $10/door. (208) 263-9191.

Celebration: Our Lives, Loves, Land and Liberty - Vocalist Valerie Wolf Hughes and pianist Junie Tonkin perform big band and swing-era tunes of the ’30s, ’40s and ’50s. Saturday, 1 p.m., Tekoa Empire Theatre, 126 S. Crosby, Tekoa, Wash. $10. (509) 284-5173.

Ben ‘Preslee’ Klein and The Rockabillies - Elvis tribute and oldies. Saturday, 6 p.m., Earl D. Mix Park, Deer Park. (208) 667-3162.

NEW MOON - Poetic world-folk combo performs for the grand opening of the Pend Oreille Playhouse Community Theatre and Events Center. Doors open at 7 p.m. for reception, including appetizers and beverages; concert at 8. Saturday, 240 N. Union, Newport, Wash. $15. (509) 671-3389.

The Wallflowers - Concert in celebration of the band’s upcoming release, “A Collection: 1996-2005.” Saturday, 8 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $27-$47. (509) 624-1200.

Nobody Famous - Top 40 rock ’n’ roll. Sunday, 5:30 p.m., Arbor Crest Winery, 4705 N. Fruithill Road, Spokane Valley. $5; food available for purchase. (509) 927-9463

Sunday Night Jazz and Comedy Series - Featuring vocalist/saxophonist Rachel Bade-McMurphy and trumpeter/drummer Brendan Murphy, followed by comedians Mike MacOmber, Megan Flaherty and Nick Thiessen. Sunday. 6 p.m., Mama’s Thaiway Lounge, 5908 E. Broadway Ave. No cover; 21 and older. (509) 270-9740.

Suzanne Somers - Cabaret-style musical act. Sunday, 7 p.m., Northern Quest Casino, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. $50. (509) 325-SEAT.

Chubbs Toga - Bluegrass, rock and folk. Tuesday, 5-7 p.m., Moscow Food Co-op, 121 E. Fifth St., Moscow, Idaho. Free. (208) 882-8537.

Dance

Dance Emporium - Ballet recital, Friday, 7:30 p.m.; showcase of other styles, Saturday, 10 a.m. and 1, 4 and 7 p.m. INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. Free. (509) 489-2524.

Contra Dance - Music by Wild Asparagus, with caller George Marshall. Sponsored by Spokane Folklore Society. Saturday, 8-11 p.m., Woman’s Club, 1428 W. Ninth Ave. $15. (509) 747-2640.

Danceworks 2009 - Spring dance concert. Saturday, 7 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. $9. (208) 263-9191

Comedy

Brothers From Different Mothers - Seattle comedy team. Friday, 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Neill Public Library, Pullman. Free; for all ages. (509) 338-3258.

Comedy at Uncle D’s - Huck Flyn. Friday-Saturday, 8 p.m., Bluz at the Bend, 2721 N. Market St. $10. (509) 483-7300.

“A Fine and Pleasant Misery: The Humor of Patrick F. McManus” - Comedy dinner show starring Tim Behrens. Saturday, 5:30 p.m., Rockin’ B Ranch, 3912 N. Idaho Road, Liberty Lake. $29/adults, $10/children age 10 and younger, includes dinner and show. Reservations required. (509) 891-9016, (888) 762-5462.

Yearbook Memories - Blue Door players will improvise a high school experience using your suggestions. All ages welcome. Friday, 8 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $9/adults, $7/children, seniors and students with ID. (509) 747-7045.

Safari Saturday - Fast-paced short-form improv. Some material may not be suitable for all ages. Saturday, 9 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

Theater

“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” - Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre presents the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical based on the biblical coat of many colors. Today-Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday matinee, 2 p.m. Schuler Auditorium, North Idaho College, Coeur d’Alene. $35/adults, $33/seniors, $25/children. (208) 769-7780, (800) 4-CDA-TIX.

Northwood Performing Arts Dinner Theatre - Enjoy an Italian buffet and show. Friday and Saturday, 6 p.m., Highway 211 off Highway 2, Newport, Wash. $20/dinner and show; show only, $12/adults, $10/children and seniors. (208) 448-1294.