Stage listings

Music

Washington Idaho Symphony Presenting “Don Giovanni,” Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s dramatic opera. Performances are Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Washington State University, Jones Theatre, Daggy Hall, Pullman. $25/adults; $15/students age 13 and older; $10/age 12 and younger. (800) 325-SEAT.

Reanne Nakapaahu, percussion Student recital. Friday, 4:10 p.m., Washington State University, Kimbrough Concert Hall, Pullman. Free. (509) 335-4148.

UI Faculty Recital Faculty members Kyle Ferrill, associate professor of voice, and Roger McVey, professor of piano, will perform a recital. Friday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. $5/adults; $3/students and seniors. (208) 885-6231.

Cantiamo!: Many Moods of Mozart All proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the School of Music scholarship fund. Friday, 8 p.m., Washington State University, Bryan Hall Theatre, Wilson at Library Road, Pullman. $10/general; $5/seniors and students. (509) 335-4148.

Sophomore Vocal Recital Sophomore vocal students from the studio of Darnelle Preston will perform works by Hayden, Schumann, Handel, Besard and more. Mary Trotter and Paul Grove accompany on piano and guitar. Saturday, 1 p.m., Gonzaga University, University Chapel, Third Floor, 502 E. Boone Ave. Free. (509) 313-6733.

Palouse Chamber Music Concert Hosted by the Auditorium Chamber Music Series. A reception will follow in the Haddock Performance Hall foyer. Saturday, 4-6 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. (208) 885-6231.

Bridges Home Sandpoint artists, featuring dual vocalists Tami and Dave Gunter, perform folk, Americana, Celtic, rock and indie music. Saturday, 7 p.m., Pend Oreille Playhouse, 240 N. Union Ave., Newport, Wash. $10. (509) 447-9900.

(SOLD OUT) Styx Multi-platinum selling rock band brings their mix of progressive-rock, strong ballads and hard-rock guitar. Famous for songs “Lady,” “Come Sail Away,” “Babe,” “Mr. Roboto,” “Blue Collar Man,” “Fooling Yourself,” “Too Much Time on My Hands” and more. Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Northern Quest Resort & Casino, Pend Oreille Pavilion, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. $70-$90. (509) 481-6700.

Ana Popovic This award-winning guitar slinger blends electric funk and slide guitar, jazzy instrumentals and a tight blues groove with soulful, feminine vocals. Monday, 7:30 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $22. (509) 227-7638.

JazzNIC Featuring the NIC Jazz Ensemble and special guests Al Gemberling, Gary Gemberling and Dan Bukvich. From 6-7 p.m., celebration and social in Boswell Hall Foyer with complimentary hors d’oeuvres; and concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, North Idaho College, Boswell Hall, 1000 W. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 769-7764.

Cami Bradley Finalist from “America’s Got Talent.” To obtain free tickets, email sacconcerts@scc.spokane.edu. Tuesday, noon-2 p.m., Spokane Community College, Lair Student Center auditorium, 1810 N. Greene St. Free, but tickets required. (509) 533-7000.

Kate Boyd, piano Student recital. Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. $5/adults; $3/students and seniors. (208) 885-6231.

Dance

Eugene Ballet Company: Scheherazade and Bolero Selections include “Scheherazade” by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Maurice Ravel’s “Bolero,” and “Idyll for Eight.” Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $11-$41. (509) 624-1200.

Dancing in the Valley Singles, couples and families welcome with a variety of dancing including square, round and line. Saturday, 8-10 p.m., and Thursday, 7-9 p.m., Western Dance Center, 1901 N. Sullivan Road. Free. (509) 979-2607.

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

“Choose to Lose” Improvised game show where contestants choose games for Blue Door players to compete in. The goal? To lose. All ages welcome. Friday, 8 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $9/general; $7/children, seniors, military and students with valid ID. (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 nights at 9 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

“Little Women” A musical based on Louisa May Alcott’s novel about the March sisters growing up in Civil War America. Performances are Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Lake City Playhouse, 1320 E. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $13.75-$19.75. (208) 667-1323.

“Hello Dolly!” Through Sunday. Winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, the show is one of the most enduring Broadway classics. Strong-willed matchmaker Dolly tries to find a match for the ornery “well-known unmarried half-a-millionaire” Horace Vandergelder. Part of Best of Broadway 2013-14 series. Performances are Friday at 8 p.m.; Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday at 1 and 6:30 p.m. INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $32.50-$72.50. (800) 325-SEAT.

“Good People” Through Feb. 8. 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 Wednesdays-Saturdays; matinees Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m.; early bird performance Friday at 6:30 p.m. Interplayers Theatre, 174 S. Howard St. $28/adults; $22/military and seniors; $12/students. (509) 455-7529.

“Crazy for You” Through Feb. 9. 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 Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees 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 Feb. 9. 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 Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 3 p.m.; dinner theater performance on Saturday at 6 p.m. Reservations for dinner requested by Wednesday. 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 Feb. 9. The friendship of Doug and Kayleen survives three decades of pain, hate and unrequited love. Performances are Friday and Saturday and Thursday-Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m.; 2 p.m. matinees on Sunday and Feb. 9. 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.

“Fast and Furious” Staged reading of super-short plays. This fast-paced event will feature new comedies and dramas written by local and national playwrights. Tickets available at www.spokanestageleft.org or at the door. Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Stage Left, 108 W. Third. Ave. $5. (509) 838-9727.

“Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl” The American Place Theatre’s Literature to Life stage presentation by Harriet Jacobs reveals in shocking fashion the traumas of slavery, particularly for women and children. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Washington State University, Jones Theatre, Daggy Hall, Pullman. $14/adults; $11/seniors; $7/students. (800) 325-SEAT.

“The Vagina Monologues” Thursday through Feb. 8. The University of Idaho Women’s Center presents their 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 at 7 p.m. Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre, 508 S. Main St., Moscow. $12/advance; $18/at the door. (208) 885-2777.

Looking ahead

“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. Feb. 7, 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. They are accompanied by Kelly Irish Dancers. Feb. 7, 7 p.m., Old Valley Prairie Hall, 8216 E. Big Meadows Road, Chattaroy. $5. (509) 413-9654.

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

Toad the Wet Sprocket Four-piece California rock band consists of lead singer Glen Phillips, guitarist Todd Nichols, bassist Dean Dinning and drummer Randy Guss. Feb. 7, 8 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $28-$34. (800) 325-SEAT.

“I Saw You” Improvised comedy show where the back pages of newspapers are the inspiration for on-the-spot comedy. Feb. 7, 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. All tickets can be purchased at the door. Feb. 7, 10 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $5. (509) 747-7045.

“Prelude to a Kiss” Feb. 7-23. 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.