Stage listings

Music

Jazz Under the Stars Ninth annual event features dessert, live music by the CVHS jazz bands and a silent auction to benefit the band programs. Special performances by Greenacres and Evergreen Middle School jazz programs. Friday, 6:30-9 p.m., Central Valley High School, Commons, 821 S. Sullivan Road. $7/advance; $10/door. (509) 999-9880.

Broken Whistle Spokane-based Celtic band presents its album debut and will be accompanied by Kelly Irish Dancers. Friday, 7 p.m., Old Valley Prairie Hall, 8216 E. Big Meadows Road, Chattaroy. $5. (509) 413-9654.

Blue Streak Anchored around the vocals and guitar work of Doug Bond, Bob Asbury on banjo and Dave Hackwith on standup bass, this band delivers the “high lonesome” sounds of traditional bluegrass harmony on a foundation of rock-solid acoustic instrumentation. Friday, 7:30 p.m., Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center, 405 N. William St., Post Falls. $15/general; $10/seniors and students. (208) 457-8950.

Pianist Mark Salman Salman is the senior academic director of the Seattle Conservatory of Music and a graduate of the Julliard School and will perform several of Beethoven’s piano sonatas. There will also be a master class at the Gallery on Saturday at 11 a.m. The public is invited to observe Salman working with several area students. Saturday, 7 p.m., Steinway Piano Gallery, 13418 E. Nora Ave. (off I-90 between Pines and Evergreen). Free. (509) 327-4266.

“Pirates of Penzance” Dinner Concert Three-course dinner and beverages included in price, plus live and silent auctions. Presented by the Lake City Playhouse. Saturday, 7 p.m., Faith Ministries, 5073 E. 16th Ave., Post Falls. $40; $35/when you buy a table of 8. (208) 667-1323.

David Grier in Concert National guitar flat picking champion. Reservations are requested. Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Rick Singer Photography, 415  1/2 W. Main Ave. $20/cash only at the door. (509) 838-3333.

Spokane Symphony Classics 6: “Triumph and Delight” With violinists Mateusz Wolski and Amanda Howard-Phillips, violist Nick Carper and cellist John Marshall. Works will include: Johannes Brahms’ Variations on a Theme of Joseph Haydn, Arnold Schoenberg’s Concerto for String Quartet, Schumann’s Symphony No. 2. Pavel Baleff conducts. Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $15-$54. (509) 624-1200.

Ferenc Cseszko and Roger McVey Violinist Ferenc Cseszko and pianist Roger McVey of the University of Idaho will perform works by Dvorak, Monti, Mozart, Drigo and more. Sunday, 4 p.m., Gonzaga University, University Chapel, third floor of College Hall, 502 E. Boone Ave. Free. (509) 313-6733.

Tuesday Night Music Series Greg Hodapp will play the banjo and dulcimer. Tuesday, 5-6:30 p.m., Moscow Food Co-Op, Deli, 121 E. Fifth St., Moscow. Free. (208) 882-8537.

Chamber Soiree Series: Winter A delightful evening of fine music by the Spokane Symphony Orchestra in elegant surroundings. Table seating includes local wines paired with hors d’oeuvres and dessert crafted by the Spokane Club’s Chef Urs Moser. Tuesday and Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Spokane Club, Georgian Room, 1002 W. Riverside Ave. Three-concert series: $50/gallery; $130-$140/table; $15/advance parking. (509) 624-1200.

Tone Collaborative Thursday, 11:30 a.m., Spokane Falls Community College, 3410 W. Fort George Wright Drive. Free. (509) 533-4197.

Dance

International Folk Dancing Meet people with an international outlook, get healthy exercise for the mind and body, and learn dances from around the world. No partner necessary. Bring comfortable dance shoes. Tuesday, 7-9 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Church, 4340 W. Fort George Wright Drive. $3. (509) 327-7962.

Belly Dancing/Dabkeh Workshop Tuesday, 1:30 p.m., Spokane Community College, Lair-Student Center auditorium, 1810 N. Greene St. Free. (509) 533-8029.

Contra Dance Lessons available at 7 p.m. every Wednesday evening. Wear comfortable shoes with slick soles for this lively dance with plenty of movement. Woman’s Club of Spokane, 1428 W. Ninth Ave. $5/members and students; $7/nonmembers; free/children. (509) 747-2640.

Comedy

“I Saw You” Improvised comedy show where the back pages of newspapers are the inspiration for on-the-spot comedy. Friday nights in February at 8 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $9/general admission; $7/children, seniors, students and military. (509) 747-7045.

“Short Stacks” Blue Door Theatre players, games and comedy. Friday, 10 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $5. (509) 747-7045.

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

Goodtymes Comedy Sunday, 7 p.m., Goodtymes Bar and Grill, 9214 E. Mission Ave. Free. (509) 928-1070.

Uncle D’s Comedy Underground Stand-up comedy every Thursday at 8 p.m. Uncle D’s Comedy Underground, 2721 N. Market St. No cover. (509) 483-7300.

Theater

“Good People” In this Tony-nominated drama, Margie is facing eviction and scrambling to catch a break. She hopes that an old fling will be her ticket to a fresh start and decides to risk it all. Performances are Friday at 7:30 p.m.; and Saturday at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Interplayers Theatre, 174 S. Howard St. $28/adults; $22/military and seniors; $12/students. (509) 455-7529.

“Prelude to a Kiss” Through Feb. 23. At Peter and Rita’s wedding a mysterious old man kisses the bride, causing a transformation that will test the couple’s relationship and help them experience the exhilarating rewards of love. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Ignite! Theatre, 10814 E. Broadway Ave. Advance: $14/adults; $13/students, seniors and military. Door: $15. (509) 795-0004.

“Crazy for You” Through Sunday. This romantic musical comedy is the winner of three Tony Awards, including best musical. Featuring such Broadway hits as “Someone to Watch Over Me,” “I Got Rhythm” and “Embraceable You.” Performances are Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $22/students; $28/seniors and military; $30/adults. (509) 325-2507.

“Perfect Wedding” Through Sunday. A groom wakes up on the morning of his wedding with an unknown woman in bed beside him. Presented by StageWest Community Theater. Performances are today and Saturday at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinee at 3 p.m. Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 639 Elm St., Cheney. $12/adults; $10/students and seniors; $25/dinner theater. (509) 235-2441.

“The Tempest” Through Feb. 23. Shakespeare’s play tells the story of Prospero, who is determined to restore his daughter to her rightful place of honor with the help of spells and mischievous spirits. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, Firth J. Chew Studio Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $22. (509) 325-2507.

“Gruesome Playground Injuries” Through Sunday. The friendship of Doug and Kayleen survives three decades of pain, hate and unrequited love. Performances are Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday. University of Idaho Hartung Theatre, 625 Stadium Drive, Moscow. $10/adults; $8/UI faculty and staff, seniors and WSU students; free/UI students with ID. (208) 885-7212.

“The Vagina Monologues” The University of Idaho Women’s Center presents its annual V-Day benefit production of Eve Ensler’s celebrated play, which dives into the mystery, humor, pain, power, wisdom, outrage and excitement buried in women’s experiences. A benefit for Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse, the global V-Day Foundation and the UI Women’s Center. Advance tickets available at the UI Women’s Center, Eclectica and BookPeople of Moscow. Performances are Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre, 508 S. Main St., Moscow. $12/advance; $18/at the door. (208) 885-2777.

“Murder at the Deadwood Saloon” Mystery Weekend Meet and greet 10 a.m. Saturday with freshly baked muffins, coffee and tea. You will be given your “Cash Hunt” brochure to help you earn funny-money while exploring Dayton’s public art displays, unique shops and museums. Wine and cheese social at 5:30 p.m., followed by four-course dinner. Mingle, blackmail, bribe and eventually solve a crime. Reservations required. Visit www.weinhard.com. Saturday and Sunday, 235 E. Main St., Dayton, Wash. $239/couple per room. (509) 382-4032.

The Follies “Cue the Dancers” Saturday-Feb. 23. The story of Eddie and Louise, a popular song-and-dance team who break up over a trivial misunderstanding. Their well-meaning friends both help and hinder, until the pair realize that no one can take the other’s place. Performances are Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Pend Oreille Playhouse, 240 N. Union Ave., Newport. $10/advance; $12/door. (509) 671-3389.

“Pirates of Penzance” Dinner Concert Lake City Playhouse will present entertainment, a three-course dinner and live and silent auctions. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; 7 p.m. dinner; and 7:30 p.m. curtain. Saturday, Faith Ministries, 5073 E. 16th Ave., Post Falls. $40; $35/per person when you buy a table of eight. (208) 667-1323

“The Vagina Monologues” Presented by Spokane Falls Community College Associated Women Students. Part of worldwide V-DAY 2014 to raise awareness of and work to end violence against women. Performances are Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. and Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Spokane Falls Community College, SUB Lounges A and B, Building 17, 3410 W. Fort George Wright Drive. Free. (509) 533-3199.

“An Evening with David Ives” Drama students at Saint George’s School will present one-act plays by David Ives. Wednesday and Thursday, 7 p.m., St. George’s School, Founders Theater, 2929 W. Waikiki Road. Free. (509) 466-1636.

“My Funny Valentine” A JACC Theatre Troupe Fundraiser. An evening taking a comical (and musical) look at love in all its stages, featuring 10 local vocalists. Wine and dessert available for purchase along with raffles. Purchase tickets at www.vendini.com. Thursday, 7:30 p.m., Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center, 405 N. William St., Post Falls. $10/person; $18/couple; $75/table of eight. (208) 457-8950.

Looking ahead

Friday Night Dance Live music with Variety Pak. Feb. 14, 7-10 p.m., South Side Senior Center, 2934 E. 27th Ave. $8/advance; $9/door. (509) 535-0803.

Valentines Dessert Ball The Northwest Christian School Jazz Band presents this event featuring the big band, Tuxedo Junction. Feb. 14, 7 p.m., Service Station, 9315 N. Nevada St. $30/person; $50/couple. (509) 951-2870.

“Charlotte’s Web” Feb. 14-23. The classic children’s story of Charlotte, a barn spider who weaves messages in her web to help her friend pig, Wilbur. Performances are Fridays at 7 p.m.; Saturdays at 4 and 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Theater Arts for Children, 2114 N. Pines Road, Suite 3. $10/adults; $8/seniors, students, military, children ages 12 and younger. (509) 995-6718.