Stage listings

Music

Holiday Pops - The Spokane Symphony Chorale will join Morihiko Nakahara and Santa on the stage to present traditional carols and holiday favorites. Part of the Superpops concert series. Shows Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Family packages are available for the Sunday matinee. Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $25-$58. (509) 624-1200.

“4 Names in a Hat” - Barbershop quartet concert. Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Artisans at Dahmen Barn, Highway 195 North, 419 Park Way, Uniontown, Wash. $8. (509) 299-3414.

The Shook Twins - With Patrick Dwyer opening. Trio featuring identical twins Laurie Shook (vocals, banjo, percussion and beatboxing) and Katelyn Shook (vocals, guitar and mandolin) and Kyle Volkman on bass. Saturday, 8 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $15/advance, $18/at the door. (800) 325-SEAT.

Winter Wonderland of Music - Presented by Ferris High School Music Department featuring the bands, orchestras and choirs. The groups included are: Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, Intermediate Percussion, Advanced Percussion, Concert Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Treble Choir, Symphonic Choir, Canterbury Belles, Camerata, and the Saxon Knights. Open to the public. Monday, 7 p.m., Ferris High School, 3020 E. 37th Ave. Free. (509) 354-6034.

“This Is What Christmas Sounds Like” - Clarion is a brass choir comprised of 12 brass players and a percussionist who formed to explore the versatility of this instrumental combination by performing everything from chamber works to jazz and popular music. Monday, 7:30 p.m., Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1756 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. $18/general, $16/students and seniors. (208) 667-1865; also Thursday and Dec. 21 at 7:30 p.m., St. John’s Cathedral, 127 E. 12th Ave. $18/adults, $16/seniors and students. (800) 325-SEAT.

Tuesday Night Music Series - Tuesday, Brian Gill, playing Americana music. 5-6:30 p.m., Moscow Food Co-Op, 121 E. Fifth St., Moscow, Idaho. Free. (208) 882-8537.

“Rejoice! The Savior’s Come!” - Northwest Christian School elementary students perform. Tuesday, 7 p.m., Turning Point Open Bible Church, 11911 N. Division St. Free. (509) 2038-4005.

Mark Holt – Performing at “Wines Brews and Spirits” at the Oasis Lounge. Wednesday, 7 p.m., Clearwater Casino & Resort, Highway 12.

Winter Worship Music Celebration - Listen to the music of the Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Choir in an evening of song, theater and celebration from director Marina Kalani. Wednesday-Dec. 21, 7:30 p.m., Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center, 405 N. William St., Post Falls. $15; $10/students. (208) 457-8950.

Northwest Sacred Music Chorale Christmas Concert - Featuring Scripture readings and carols. Wednesday, 8 p.m., Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1756 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. $15/general, $12/students, seniors and children. (208) 755-6376.

Upper Columbia Academy Holiday Concert - Sixth annual “Christmas at the Fox” concert featuring symphonic band, string ensemble, and large and small choral performing Christmas standards. Thursday, 7:30 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. Free. (509) 624-1200.

Dance

Australia’s Thunder from Down Under - All-male dance revue. Age 18 and older only. Today, 7 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Casino, 37914 S. Nukwalqw Road, Worley. $15-$25. (800) 523-2464.

Allegro Christmas Dance Concert - Sunday, 7 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. $10/adults, $5/children. (208) 263-9191.

Free Beginning Belly Dance - Designed to provide basic belly dance skills and provide an active venue for all ages and all body sizes. Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Colfax Library, 102 S. Main St., Colfax. Free. (509) 397-4366.

Danceworks’ Christmas Show - Tuesday, 7 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. $9. (208) 263-9191.

Senior Citizens Dance - Thursdays, 1-3 p.m. Bring a partner or come alone. Live music provided by Marion on the accordion and Wayne on the bass. Farwell Senior Center, 706 W. Garland Ave. (509) 926-0804.

Comedy

“Season’s Greetings”- Blue Door Theatre Players will perform a show spinning holiday tales. All ages welcome. Shows Fridays at 8 p.m. through Dec. 28. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $9/general admission, $7/children, seniors and students with valid ID. (509) 747-7045.

“Safari” - Improv showcase presented by Blue Door Theatre. Tickets may be purchased at the door the night of the show. Some material may not be suitable for all ages. Saturdays through Dec. 29. 9 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

Theater

“Yes Virginia, There Is A Santa Claus,” the musical - Music by Wesley Whatley, lyrics by William Schermerhorn and a book adapted by William Schermerhorn from the animated special and the storybook by Chris Plehal. Produced by special arrangement with Macy’s and West Valley Eagle Players and Chillbucket Productions. Today, 7 p.m., 8301 E. Buckeye Ave. $8 or four tickets for $25.

“Cool Yule” - An all ages, musical holiday show presented by Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre. Shows today and Saturday, Wednesday-Dec. 22, 27-29 and 31 at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 23 and 30 at 3 p.m. There will also be an 11 p.m. performance on Dec. 31. For tickets or more information, visit www.cdasummertheatre.com. Coeur d’Alene Resort, The Shore Room, 115 S. Second St., Coeur d’Alene. $25. (208) 769-7780.

“Christmas Belles” - A Southern farce about squabbling sisters, family secrets, a surly Santa, a vengeful sheep and a reluctant Elvis impersonator. Today and Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sunday at 3 p.m., Pend Oreille Playhouse, 240 N. Union Ave., Newport, Wash. $10/advance; $12/door; $5/ages 5-18. (509) 671-3389.

“Babes in Toyland” - Presented by Theater Arts for Children. Directed by Mallory Ware. Shows today at 7 p.m., Saturday at 4 and 7 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets available at www.ticketswest.com. TAC Theater, 2114 N. Pines Road, Spokane Valley. $10/general, $8/students and military. (509) 995-6718.

“The Little Drummer Boy”- Lake City Playhouse presents this holiday musical by Matt Harget. Shows today and Saturdayat 7:30 p.m., Lake City Playhouse, 1320 E. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $13.75-$19.75. (208) 667-1323.

“Irving Berlin’s White Christmas”- A holiday musical presented by Spokane Civic Theatre. Directed by Yvonne A.K. Johnson. Shows Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. Runs through Dec. 21. Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m., Spokane Civic Theatre, Main Stage, 1020 N. Howard St. $33/adults, $31/senior and military, $26/students. (509) 325-2507 or (800) 325-SEAT.

“It’s a Wonderful Life”- Interplayers performs a live radio play, written by Joe Landry and directed by Jeffrey Sanders. Shows today and Saturday, Wednesday -Dec. 22 and 26-29 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 23 and 30 at 2 p.m., Interplayers Theatre, 174 S. Howard St. $28/adult, $22/senior and military, $15/student. (509) 455-7529 or (800) 325-SEAT.

“The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge” - Ignite! Community Theatre presents this holiday play by Mark Brown. Shows today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday at 2 p.m. For tickets, go to www.ignitetheatre.org. Spokane Valley Partners Building, 10814 E. Broadway Ave., Spokane Valley. $16-$18. (509) 795-0004.

Winter Break Theater Camp - Children in grades 2-6 will learn the basics of stage acting. Held Wednesday-Dec. 21 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. with a matinee performance on Dec. 22. Register by calling (509) 455-7529. Interplayers Theatre, 174 S. Howard St. $95 per student.