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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

Stage listings

Music

“Harmony for the Holidays” A night of opera and classical music, performed by Jonathan Mancheni to benefit for the Catholic Charities Foundation. Today, 4 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $25. (509) 358-4255.

Josh Snodgrass Fingerstyle guitar renditions of popular Christmas songs. Today, 7 p.m., Your Place Center, 2902 E. Olympic Ave. Free. (509) 467-5536.

Spokane Symphony Holiday Pops Resident conductor Morihiko Nakahara and the Spokane Symphony perform festive music old and new, with the popular audience singalong and a visit from Santa. Shows are Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $26-$62; family pricing available. (509) 624-1200.

A Musical Dreamtime Journey Presented by Michael Marsolek and Lawrence Duncan of Drum Brothers celebrating the season of lights and winter solstice. Each performance features a variety of world instruments and sounds. Dreamtime Journey concerts are held without applause, in the round and by candlelight. Participants are encouraged to bring pillows, pads and/or blankets. Saturday, 7 p.m., South Perry Yoga at the Buddhio, 915 S. Perry St. $14/advance; $18/door. (509) 443-6241.

Holiday Cabaret Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre invites you to enjoy vocal performances of holiday favorites, featuring Jadd Davis, Kasey Nusbickel and Colleen Hodgson. Saturday, 7 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Galleries, 213 Sherman Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $25. (208) 667-7732.

Live Music Saturday, Ron Criscione; and Dec. 27, Abe Kenney. Hours are 7-9 p.m., Huckleberry’s Natural Market, 926 S. Monroe St. No cover. (509) 624-1349.

“We Were the Reason: A Multicultural Christmas Concert” Women’s Healing and Empowerment Network presents its second annual concert, featuring songs from various cultures including Russian, African, Hispanic and German. An offering will be taken to support the programs and services of W.H.E. Network. Saturday, 7-8:30 p.m., West Central Multi-Cultural Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1201 W. Spofford Ave. Free. (509) 323-2123.

“The Christmas Shoe Tree” Mountain View Assembly’s Angelic Choir and Drama Team will perform a Christmas musical and drama. Sunday, 10:30 a.m., Mountain View Assembly of God, 633 E. Magnesium Road. Free. (509) 467-5536.

Christmas at the Bing The Friends of the Bing and Spokane Civic Theatre present a night of holiday cheer and the fantastic sounds of Clarion Brass. Sunday, 7 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $20/adults; $10/students with ID. (800) 325-SEAT.

“I Remember Christmas” A holiday musical revue starring Jack Bannon, Patrick Treadway, Margaret Travolta, Katherine Strohmaier and Ellen Travolta. Shows are today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 5 p.m. Reserved cabaret-style seating. Purchase tickets at www.cdachristmas.com or toll free at (844) 257-9047. Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 S. Second St., Coeur d’Alene. $25.

“This Is What Christmas Sounds Like” Spokane’s Clarion Brass brings its quirky, playful and original take on seasonal favorites. Monday, 7:30 p.m., St. John’s Cathedral, 127 E. 12th Ave. $20. (800) 325-SEAT; and Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. $20. (208) 667-1865.

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, 7 p.m., 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 Spicy 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.

“12 Days of Christmas” Tea Dance Music by Variety Pak and heavy hors d’oeuvres and prizes. Sunday, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Southside Community Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. $10/adults; $6/students. (509) 535-0803.

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.

“Season’s Greetings” The Blue Door Theatre Players will perform holiday tales Friday nights in December at 8 p.m. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

“Safari: A Wild Improv Adventure” Featuring short-form improv games based off of your suggestions. Saturday, 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. Goodtymes Bar and Grill, 9214 E. Mission Ave. Free. (509) 928-1070.

Theater

“Stocking Stuffers” A family-friendly holiday comedy. Performances are today at 7 p.m.; and Saturday at 2 and 7 p.m. Liberty Lake Community Theatre, 22910 E. Appleway Ave., Suite 1, Liberty Lake. $12. (509) 342-2055.

“A Christmas Carol: The Musical” Performances are today at 7:30 p.m.; and Saturday at 2 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $30/adult; $28/military and senior; $22/student. (509) 325-2507.

“It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” A holiday classic comes to life in a 1940s-style presentation and (mostly) live sound effects, this is sure to be a family favorite during this holiday season. Performances are today at 7:30 p.m.; and Saturday at 2 p.m. Central Lutheran Church, 512 S. Bernard St. Free; donations accepted. (509) 624-9233.

“Dinner and a Show” Holiday Edition Presented by the Empire Theatre Company. Performances are today and Saturday at 5 p.m. Lincoln Center, 1316 N. Lincoln St. $50. (509) 327-8000.

“A Christmas Carol” Performances are today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. University of Idaho Hartung Theatre, 625 Stadium Drive, Moscow. $15/general; $10/seniors, UI faculty and staff; $5/children; free/UI students. (208) 885-6465.

“A Christmas Carol” Performances are today and Saturday at 7 p.m.; and Sunday at 3 p.m. Pend Oreille Playhouse, 240 N. Union Ave., Newport, Wash. $10/advance; $12/door; $5/age 18 and younger. (509) 447-9900.

“It’s A Wonderful Life” . Performances are today at 7 p.m.; Saturday at 3 and 7 p.m.; and Sunday at 2 p.m. Theater Arts for Children, 2114 N. Pines Road, Suite 3S. $7.25-$9.25. (509) 995-6718.

“All is Calm” Today-Sunday. A remarkable true experience, told in the words and songs of the men who lived it. Performances are today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 2 p.m. The Modern Theater Coeur d’Alene, 1320 E. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $17-$25. (208) 667-1323.

“Traditions of Christmas” Today-Monday. A musical journey of all the greatest Christmas songs and traditions from around the world. Shows are today at 7 p.m.; Saturday at 3 and 7 p.m.; Sunday and Monday at 3 p.m. Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. $33/adults; $26/seniors and military; $20/children. (208) 391-2867.

“The Church Basement Ladies: A Second Helping” Today-Jan. 4. Catch the Northwest premiere of a musical comedy packed with humor, contagious songs and hilarious antics. “A Second Helping” takes you from the Luther League Banquet to a church-sponsored Missionary night. A laugh-filled treat for the whole family. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m. The Modern Theater Spokane, 174 S. Howard St. $19-25. (509) 455-7529.

“All Is Calm” Encore Join Friends of the Bing and the Modern Theater Coeur d’Alene for this special encore performance, 100 years to the day of the Christmas truce. Thursday, 6:30 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $15-$25. (509) 325-7320.