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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

Stage listings

Music

McKenna Nilsson, Tuba - Graduate student recital. Today, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. (208) 885-6231.

A Concert for Gabby - Proceeds benefit the Gabby DeLuc Foundation. Gabby is a 6-year-old juvenile leukemia patient in Spokane. Performers will include Tommy G & The Nug Jug Band, Raze the City, and WayWard 2. Today, 8 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $12. (800) 325-SEAT.

Live Music at Huckleberry’s - Talmadge and Kassandra, Saturday, 7-9 p.m., Huckleberry’s Natural Market, 926 S. Monroe St. Free. (509) 624-1349.

Washington Idaho Symphony - Presenting the Lois and Samuel Butterfield Memorial Family Concert with music director and conductor Jeremy Briggs Roberts. The concert will open with Rossini’s “Barber of Seville” Overture and continue with a selection composed by Greg Yasinitsky, director of the Washington State University School of Music. Saturday, 1 p.m. Clarkston High School Gym, 401 Chestnut St., Clarkston; and at 4 p.m. at Gladish Community Center Gymnasium, 115 N.W. State St., Pullman. $10/general, free/age 17 and younger with paying adult. (509) 332-3408.

Jayson Liljenberg, Trombone - Graduate student recital with Matt Scholz, piano. Saturday, 1 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. (208) 885-6231.

Eric Hedstrom, saxophone; Kara Teats, Flute - With Shoko Nelson and Ryan Thomas, piano. Saturday, 4 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. (208) 885-6231.

Spring Summer Guitar Series - Kick-off of the Spring-Summer Guitar Series with the premier of a commissioned work by Bryan Johanson; plus classical guitar favorites. Includes a wine tasting and cheese plate before the concert. Saturday, 7 p.m., Holy Names Music Center, McNally Hall, 3910 W. Custer Drive. $12/adults, $7/seniors and students. (509) 326-9516.

Emily Benjamin, Violin; Alisa Jones, Piano - Student recital. Saturday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. (208) 885-6231.

Steep Canyon Rangers - Bluegrass quintet. Part of the Spokane River Roots series. Wednesday, 8 p.m., Chateau Rive, Flour Mill, 621 W. Mallon Ave. $25/advance; $30/day of show. (800) 325-SEAT.

Dance

Mommy and Me Swing – Come dance to swingin’ tunes with your special little person, up to age 5. Instruction by Colleen Robinson of Lindy Town USA. Today, 11 a.m., Interplayers Theatre, Community Room, 174 S. Howard St. $15. (509) 455-7529.

Comedy

Comedian Tom McTigue – Today and Saturday, 8 p.m., Uncle D’s Comedy Underground, 2721 N. Market St. $12. (509) 483-7300.

Comedian Tracy Morgan – Saturday Night Live alum’s “Excuse My French” tour. For mature audiences. Today, 7 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $45-$55. (800) 325-SEAT.

“Living Room” - This improvised live comedy starts with your suggestions, then the actors make themselves at home and the fun begins. Today, 8 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. For more information or reservations call (509) 747-7045 or visit www.bluedoortheatre.com. Tickets can also be purchased night of show. $9/general; $7/children/seniors/students/ military.

“Safari” - All Safari shows feature short form improv games based on your suggestions! Saturday, 8 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. For more information or reservations call (509) 747-7045 or visit www.bluedoortheatre.com. Tickets can also be purchased night of show. $7/all seats.

Theater

“On Golden Pond” – Today-April 14. Norman and Ethel Thayer return to their summer lake home in Maine, but life on Golden Pond is not the same when teenager Billy Ray Jr. stays with the Thayers for what will become a remarkable and unforgettable experience. Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays matinees at 2 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, Firth J. Chew Studio Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $21/general; $11/student rush. (509) 325-2507.

“Over the River and Through the Woods” – Today-April 7. Nick finally has his dream job, but he may have to leave his quirky grandparents behind. His grandparents may have a plan to keep him around…and she is adorable. Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Lake City Playhouse, 1320 E. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $11-$19.75. (208) 667-1323.

“Behold Jesus” Easter Drama - 16th annual production portraying the life and teachings of Jesus through words of Scripture. Saturday, 1 and 6:30 p.m. No tickets required. INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. Free. (509) 924-2630.

“Treasure Island” Benefit Performance - Classic swashbuckling tale in this new stage adaptation. Proceeds benefit Liberty Park Child Development Center. To purchase tickets email info@libertyparkkids.org or call (509) 534-0957. Thursday, 7 p.m., Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $25.

“Sirens” – Thursday-April 20. Interplayers presents this comedy about the trials of commitment and long-term love. Written by Deborah Zoe Laufer. Directed by Christian Duhamel. Performances are Wednesdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; matinees at 2 p.m. on April 7, 13, 14, 20. Talkbacks with the cast after each Thursday and Saturday performance. Tickets are available at the box office, at (509) 455-7529, or through Ticketswest at (800) 325-7328 and www.ticketswest.com. Interplayers, 174 S. Howard St. $15-28.