stage listings

Music

Rathdrum Concert Series Jazz Northwest Big Band. Today, 6-8 p.m., Rathdrum City Park, one mile west of Highway 53 at Highway 41 junction, Rathdrum. Free. (208) 667-3162.

Blue Waters Bluegrass Festival Today-Sunday. The 13th annual event features three days of bluegrass performances, workshops and jamming, with the Rambling Rooks, Town Mountain, John Reischman & Kenny Smith, Milk Drive, Bill Monroe Tribute, True North, North Country Bluegrass, Blackberry Bushes, Browns Mountain Boys, Kevin Brown & The Beloved Country, and Brad Keeler Trio. Onsite camping is available for weekend attendees, and single-day passes are available. Visit www.bluewatersbluegrass.org for details. Today, 6-10 p.m.; Saturday, noon-10 p.m.; and Sunday, noon-4 p.m. Waterfront Park, 1386 S. Lefevre St., Medical Lake. $15/today; $30/Saturday; $25/Sunday; $50/all three days; free/children 12 and younger.

Historic Wallace Accordion Festival The fourth-annual event features individual and ensemble performances, a youth competition, a celebration parade, workshops and more. Top accordionists include Michael Bridge, “Brats in the Brewery” German Buffet with Polka Express, and the Spokane Accordion Ensemble. Visit www.wallaceaccordionfestival.com for a full schedule of events. Today-Sunday, 10 River St., Wallace, Idaho. $15/Friday night concert, $20/Saturday concert and dance. (208) 699-7554.

Don’t Sing the Blues, Listen to Bluegrass Music at Corbin Senior Center Appreciate a fine summer evening with Corbin friends and listen to bluegrass music. Today, 4:30-9 p.m., Corbin Senior Center, 827 W. Cleveland Ave. $15/member; $20/nonmember. (509) 327-1584.

BASE Songwriting Workshop Local singer/songwriter Scott Ingersoll will facilitate a four-part Songwriting Workshop, part of The Bartlett’s series of creative workshops. The workshop will be for beginner to advanced songwriters. Saturday, noon-2 p.m., The Bartlett, 228 W. Sprague Ave. (509) 747-2174.

Sane Man Concert Benjamin Kardos and friends will play a variety of original songs and covers. Saturday, 7 p.m., Pend Oreille Playhouse, 240 N. Union Ave., Newport. Adults: $10/advance; $12/door. $5/students age 18 and younger. (509) 447-9900.

Coeur d’Alene City Park Concert Series David Raitt & The Baja Boogie Band. Inclement weather moves concert to the Coeur d’Alene Resort Plaza Shops at Third and Sherman. Sunday, 1-4 p.m., Coeur d’Alene City Park, downtown Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 667-3162.

Musical Magic: Family Concert Part of the Festival at Sandpoint series. Musical fun for the young and young at heart, featuring the Spokane Youth Orchestra and Sandpoint’s Studio One Dancers. Favorite preconcert activities include the Instrument Petting Zoo (where kids can try out various instruments with guidance from high school musical mentors), an animal petting zoo, pony rides, clowns, face painting, games galore and the popular Parents’ Corner where moms and dads can take a break from the chaos for a complimentary mini-massage. Activities begin when the gates open at 4:30 p.m. and the performance starts at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, War Memorial Field, 855 Ontario St., Sandpoint. $6. (208) 265-4554.

Coeur d’Alene Downtown Concert Series Bakin’ Phat. Inclement weather moves concert to the Coeur d’Alene Resort Plaza Shops at Third and Sherman. Tuesday, 6-8:30 p.m., Sherman Square Park, 316 Sherman Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 667-3162.

Live After 5 Concerts Concerts held during the Coeur d’Alene Farmer’s Market, featuring The Maw Band this week. Visit http://liveafter5cda.com. Wednesday, 5 p.m., Sixth St. and Sherman Ave., downtown Coeur d’Alene. Free.

Spokane Symphony Soiree on the Edge 1: Sunset Symphony Featuring music by Silvestrov, Stafylakis and Mozart. Age 21 and older only. Wednesday, 7 p.m., Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, Cliff House, 4705 N. Fruit Hill Road. $20-$40/concert; $35-$70/two concerts. (509) 624-1200.

Rock the Nest Concert Series Head to Kendall Yards for great music, community, and fun. Food and beverages can be purchased from nearby local restaurants. Bring lawn chairs or spread a blanket. Playing this week is The Cronkites. Wednesday, 7 p.m., Kendall Yards, 1335 W. Summit Parkway. Free.

Browne’s Addition Summer Concert Series Sidetrack playing rock music. Thursday, 6-8 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Park, Browne’s Addition. Free. (971) 275-7577.

Summer Concerts at Riverstone Park 2nd Opinion playing rock. Sponsored by University of Idaho Coeur d’Alene and presented by the Coeur d’Alene Arts & Culture Alliance. Thursday, 6:30-8 p.m., Riverstone Park, 1805 W. Tilford Lane, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 292-1629.

Hayden Concert Series Thursday, 6-8:30 p.m., Hayden City Park, 8930 N. Government Way (behind City Hall), Hayden. Free. (208) 667-3162.

Dance

Friday Night Swing Dig West Coast Swing: Beyond Basics class is from 7-8 p.m. Beginner lesson from 8-8:30 p.m., followed by open dancing until 11 p.m. Today, Simply Dance Studio, 820 W. Sprague Ave. $7. (509) 892-1480.

Salsa Fridays For ages 18 and older, with or without a partner. Today, 7 p.m., Satori, 122 S. Monroe St. $5. (360) 550-5106.

Saturday Night Salsa Salsa lessons begin at 8:15 p.m., followed by open dancing until 12:30 a.m. Saturday, Simply Dance Studio, 820 W. Sprague Ave. $7. (509) 892-1480.

Comedy

Uncle D’s Comedy Underground Stand-up comedy every Thursday. Sign-ups at 7 p.m.; comedy at 8 p.m. Live professional comedy every Friday and Saturday night. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; shows start at 8 p.m. Uncle D’s Comedy Underground, 2721 N. Market St. No cover/Thursday nights; $12/Fridays and Saturdays. (509) 483-7300.

“Expedition” A summer of improvised fun for the whole family. Friday nights at 8 p.m. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

“A Stand Up to Something Bigger!” The Ovations Comedy Series is a comedy competition where comics from all over the Inland Northwest compete for chance to show their stuff on the main stage. This is an open audition, so if you think you have what it takes, you can bring your friends and sign up to compete. Or just attend for some great laughs. Today, 10 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. Free. (509) 714-8386.

“Safari: A Wild Improv Adventure” All Safari shows feature short-form improv games based on audience suggestions. Saturday nights at 9 p.m. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

Goodtymes Comedy Free comedy every Sunday at 8:30 p.m. followed by a DJ. Goodtymes Bar and Grill, 9214 E. Mission Ave. Free. (509) 928-1070.

Live Comedy Stand-up comedy Wednesday nights at 8 p.m. Brooklyn Nights, 122 S. Monroe St. No cover. (509) 835-4177.

Theater

“Singin’ in the Rain” Christian Youth Theater Spokane presents a stage adaptation of one of the most celebrated and beloved films of all time. Performances are today at 7 p.m.; and Saturday at 3 and 7 p.m. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $12/advance; $14/door; $11/ages 12 and younger and seniors. (800) 325-SEAT.

“Avenue Q” This comedic musical tells the story of Princeton, who moves to a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. Princeton and his newfound friends struggle to find jobs, dates and their ever-elusive purpose in life. Performances are today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Lake City Playhouse, 1320 E. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $17-$25. (208) 667-1323.

Northwoods Performing Arts Dinner Theatre Performance of 1950s and ’60s rock ’n’ roll by The Coffey Twins. Today and Saturday, chicken enchiladas; Aug. 15-16, chicken fried steak. Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m.; show starts at 7:30 p.m. Circle Moon Theater, 3642 N. SR 211, Newport. $25/dinner and show. (208) 448-1294.

Cowboy Supper Shows 20th anniversary commemorative performances today-Sunday, Sept. 12-14 and Oct. 10-12. Friday and Saturday shows begin at 6:15 p.m.; Sunday matinee shows start at 3:15 p.m. Purchase tickets at www.rockinbranch.com or call for reservations. Rockin B Ranch, 3912 Spokane Bridge Road, Liberty Lake. $45.95/general; $16.50/ages 2-10; free/age 2 and younger sitting on parent’s lap. (509) 891-9016.

“Anne of Green Gables” Spokane Children’s Theatre presents a musical adapted by Paul Baldwin based on the classic series by L.M. Montgomery. Performances are today at 7 p.m.; Saturday at 1 and 4 p.m.; and Sunday at 1 p.m. Spokane Children’s Theatre, 2727 N. Madelia St. $12. (509) 328-4886.

“Legally Blonde” Today-Aug. 17. A musical about sorority star Elle Woods, who enrolls at Harvard in hopes of winning back her boyfriend. Along the way, Elle learns that it is better to be true to herself. Performances are Wednesdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $11-$30. (509) 325-2507.

“A Midsummer Night’s Dream” Today-Aug. 17. Come and get lost in a magical forest with lovers, fairies and bumbling actors on an enchanted summer evening in Shakespeare’s classic romantic comedy. Performances are Wednesdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Interplayers Theatre, 174 S. Howard St. $28/adults; $22/seniors; $12/students. (509) 455-7529.

“The Addams Family” Today-Aug. 24. Presented by Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre. This recent hit features a toe-tapping score from Andrew Lippa (“You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown,” “The Wild Party”) and the familiar cast of unforgettable characters. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. $49/adults; $40/seniors and military; $27/children. (208) 660-2958.

“Evil Dead the Musical” Presented by Last Chance Productions. Hilarious, live stage show that takes all the elements of the cult classic horror films “Evil Dead,” “Evil Dead 2” and “Army of Darkness” and combines them to create a crazy theatrical experience. Saturday, 6 p.m., Riverside Event Center, 1108 W. Riverside Ave. $34-$29. (877) 976-EVIL (3845).

“The Book of Mormon” Wednesday-Aug. 17. Nine-time Tony Award-winning musical from the creators of “South Park.” Performances are Tuesday-Friday at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday at 2 and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 1 and 6:30 p.m. Part of the 2014-15 Best of Broadway season. INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $45-$154.50. (800) 325-SEAT.

“The Odd Couple” One-night-only staged reading fundraiser. The story pairs Oscar Madison, slob extraordinaire, with the straight-laced Felix Unger as both men cope with their respective divorces and discover their living styles are monumentally incompatible. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. $25. (208) 660-2958.