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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

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Music

Beth Pederson & Bruce Bishop Concert Dinner served before the show at 5:30. Call for tickets and reservations. Today, 7:30 p.m., Di Luna’s Cafe, 207 Cedar St., Sandpoint. $10/advance; $12/day of show. (208) 263-0846.

Ross Hauck, tenor WSU Guest Recital. Today, 8 p.m., Washington State University, Bryan Hall Theatre, Wilson at Library Road, Pullman. Free. (509) 335-4148.

Palouse Chamber Music Workshop Open to the public. Saturday, 4 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. Free. (208) 885-6231.

Broken Whistle Debut concert for new album, featuring Kelly Irish Dancers. A traditional Celtic band consisting of Chris Reichert, David McGuire, Kelcey Hanson, Ella Wilkinson and Justus Morgan. Saturday, 7 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $17. (800) 325-SEAT.

Spokane Symphony SuperPops 4: Movie Music Spectacular The Spokane Symphony takes the audience on a roller-coaster ride of film themes, some modern and others all-time genre classics. Enjoy spectacular symphonic soundtracks of “Gone With the Wind,” “Star Wars,” “Harry Potter” and more. Saturday, 8 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $26-$62. (509) 624-1200.

SAI Musicale Spring Alpha Iota’s annual spring fundraiser sponsored by the Moscow-Pullman Alumnae Chapter. Sunday, 3 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. Donation. (208) 885-7212.

Brad Keeler & Linda Parman: Sourdough Songs Ballads and tunes from the Klondike Gold Rush days (and a few modern songs inspired by the time). Monday, 6:30 p.m., Argonne Library, 4322 N. Argonne Road, Millwood, (509) 893-8260; Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., Airway Heights Library, 1213 S. Lundstrom St., Airway Heights, (509) 893-8250. Free.

Eclectic Guitars: Eric Johnson & Mike Stern Two premier guitarists, on stage. Monday, 7:30 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $27-$37. (509) 227-7638.

JazzNIC Sponsored by Associated Students of NIC. Special guests Dan Bukvich, Al Gemberling and Gary Gemberling join the North Idaho College Jazz Ensemble. Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., North Idaho College, Boswell Hall, Schuler Performing Arts Center, 1000 W. Garden Ave. Free. (208) 769-3258.

Ferenc Csezko, violin and Roger McVey, piano UI Faculty 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.

Jesse Cook Widely considered to be one of the most influential figures in “nuevo flamenco” music, Cook has sold more than 1.5 million records worldwide. He is a Juno Award winner and a three-time winner of the Canadian Smooth Jazz award for Guitarist of the Year. Thursday, 8 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $45-$55. (509) 227-7638.

Dance

Belly Dancing Friday nights at 5 p.m., Red Dragon Downtown, 1406 W. Third Ave. Free. (509) 838-6688.

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.

Swinging the Blues Weekend Dance Workshop Blues dance instructor Damon Stone will be returning to Spokane for a two-day workshop. Saturday classes are geared for beginners. Classes run Saturday and Sunday, 10:30 a.m.-3:05 p.m. You don’t need a partner. Saturday night enjoy live music at 9 p.m. and a Bonnie and Clyde/gangster theme. You can come for the dance, a class, or the entire day. Spokane Grange Hall No. 980, 4417 S. Assembly Road. $20-$60. (509) 919-9162.

Sunday Tea Dances Features food, beverages, prizes and fun. Dance theme is Mardi Gras. Sunday, 5:30-8:30 p.m., South Side Senior Center, 2934 E. 27th Ave. $8/center members; $10/nonmembers; $6/students with coupons. (509) 535-2301.

Intro to Belly Dance: Fast Moves for the Drum Solo Join Nadiyah as she covers the fast moves of belly dance and how to work with a drum solo. Thursday, 7-8 p.m., The Warehouse, Upstairs Studio, N. 800 Hamilton St. $40/four-weeks; $15/per class. (509) 993-4423.

Family Dance and Potluck Easy circle, line, contra, folk and novelty dances with live music for family fun. Potluck at 6:30 p.m. and dancing begins at 7 p.m. Feb. 6, St. John’s Cathedral, 127 E. 12th Ave. Free. (509) 533-9955.

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.

“Choose to Lose” To win in this improvised game show you have to lose. Today at 8 p.m.; After Dark show at 10 p.m. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

Live Comedy Friday nights at 8 p.m., Red Dragon Downtown, 1406 W. Third Ave. (509) 838-6688.

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

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

Gabriel Iglesias: Unity through Laughter Tour One of America’s most successful stand-up comedians is ready to leave you laughing. Thursday, 8 p.m., INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $35-$65. (509) 279-7000.

Theater

“Blackbeard the Pirate” The Cutter Theatre stage will feature local children in this Missoula Children’s Theatre production. Reservations are recommended. Performances are today, 7 p.m., and Saturday, 2 p.m., Cutter Theatre, 302 Park St., Metaline Falls, Wash. $5/person. (509) 446-4108.

“Fast and Furious” Stage Left’s second annual staged reading of super-short plays by local and national playwrights. Performances are today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Stage Left, 108 W. Third Ave. $10. (509) 838-9727.

“The Effects of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds” Today-Sunday. Shows today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday at 2 p.m. Ignite! Theatre, 10814 E. Broadway Ave. $13-14/advance; $15/door. (509) 795-0004.

“The Servant of Two Masters” Today-Feb. 8. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $25/adult; $23/military and senior; $18/student. (509) 325-2507.

“Jesus Christ Superstar” Today-Feb. 8. The theater and dance department at Gonzaga University presents this musical dramatization of the final days in the life of Jesus. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m. Gonzaga University, 502 E. Boone Ave. $15. (509) 313-6553.

“Reasons to be Pretty” Today-Feb. 15. Performances are Thursdays-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.

“Orphans” Today-Feb. 22. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays 2 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $22. (509) 325-2507.

“Stationary/ Stationery” Wednesday-Feb. 8. The premiere of a play by University of Idaho master of fine arts student Vinecia Coleman. Performances are Wednesday, Thursday and Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m.; Feb. 7 at 2 and 7:30 p.m.; and Feb. 8 at 2 p.m. University of Idaho, Forge Theater, 404 Sweet Ave., Moscow. Free/UI students with ID; $10/general. (208) 885-6465.

Looking ahead

Spokane Symphony Master Classes Students have an opportunity to learn one-on-one from symphony guest artist violinist Augustin Hadelich, and the audience may observe. If your group is interested in participating, please contact janetnapoles@ spokanesymphony.org. For more information visit www.spokanesymphony.org/ education. Feb. 6, 3-5 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. Free. (509) 624-1200.

“Disney’s Mulan Jr.” Travel to ancient China with the Cataldo Catholic School Drama Program. Performances are Thursday and Feb. 6, 7 p.m., Ferris High School, 3020 E. 37th Ave. $6.50. (509) 624-8759.

Clarinetist and Composer James Falzone Presents a master class at 4 p.m. and a music recital at 8 p.m. Both events open to the public. Feb. 6. Whitworth University, Music Building Recital Hall, 300 W. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 777-4847.

Anthology There will be poetry and stories, a bad poetry contest, improv and music throughout the night. RiverLit will also announce the writer, poet and artist in residence for 2015. Feb. 6, 7 p.m., The Bartlett, 228 W. Sprague. $10. (509) 264-3604.

Foghat “Slow Ride” band brings their blues-rock styled hits. Feb. 6, 7:30 p.m., Northern Quest Resort & Casino, Pend Oreille Room, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. $35-$55. (509) 481-6700.

Mosaic Concert Featuring select student performers from the School of Music. Feb. 6, 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.

Rani Arbo & daisy mayhem American roots string band. Feb. 6, 7:30 p.m. Washington State University, Daggy Hall, Jones Theatre, Pullman. $16/adults, $13/seniors, $5/students. (800) 325-SEAT.