Stage listings

Music

Pianist Ivana Cojbasic Cojbasic teaches piano at Whitworth University and to private students, and also collaborates with the Spokane Symphony Orchestra and the Spokane Symphony Chorale. Today, 7 p.m., Steinway Piano Gallery, 13418 E. Nora Ave., Spokane Valley. Free admission, donations welcome. (509) 327-4266.

Mozart’s “The Magic Flute” Dragons, dreamlike characters and fantasy creatures with magical melodies by outstanding singers. The role of Tamino will be sung by two-time Grammy winner Vale Rideout. Today, 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, 2 p.m., North Idaho College, Schuler Performing Arts Center, Boswell Hall, 1000 W. Garden Ave, Coeur d’Alene. $39-$59. (800) 418-1485.

Taiko Foundation Course Includes a performance at the Fall Folk Festival with Spokane Taiko. A performing group that brings the flavor of Japan to any gathering. Saturday, 12:30 p.m., and Thursday, 4 p.m., Spokane Kendo and Iaido Club, 829 W Broadway. $90. (509) 251-5862.

Many Voices Concert A celebration of the Porter Family Trust Steinway Grand Piano featuring Ryan Crossette, Veradale UCC music director Wayne Shull, and composer Donivan Johnson. There will also be door prizes and refreshments. For more information, call (509) 926-7173. Saturday, 7-8:15 p.m., Veradale United Church of Christ, 611 N. Progress Road, Spokane Valley. Donations for music program welcome.

The Round #11 Songwriters, slam poets and visual artists will share the stage and create while the audience sits only a few feet away. Featuring musicians Planes on Paper, Lucas Brown and Josh Hedlund. Guest poet Anastasia Aguon and visual artist Isaac Grambo. Saturday, 8 p.m., The Bartlett, 228 W. Sprague Ave. $8/advance; $10/doors. (509) 747-2174.

“Carmen” A passionate tale of lust, seduction and betrayal, no other opera boasts as popular a following as Bizet’s “Carmen.” Set during the dying days of Franco’s Spain, Calixto Bieito’s acclaimed production of this must-see opera has been enjoyed by audiences across Europe. Part of the Stage to Screen series. Sunday, 2 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $5-$15. (509) 227-7638.

Leonard Garrison, Flute UI Faculty Recital. Sunday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. $5/adults; $3/seniors and students. (208) 885-6111.

Finnish Folk with Vellamo On tour from the western coast of Finland, this duo plays traditional Finnish, Swedish and English folk songs along with original compositions. Free. Tuesday, 2 p.m., Moran Prairie Library, 3004 S. Regal St., (509) 893-8340; 6:30 p.m., Deer Park Library, 208 S. Forest Ave., Deer Park, (509) 893-8300.

Post-Haste Reed Duo UI faculty recital with Javier Rodriguez, bassoon, and Sean Fredenburg, saxophone. Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. $5/adults; $3/seniors and students. (208) 885-6111.

KYRS Music Benefit Evening of music and merriment with Folkinception, SmackOut Pack and Matt Mitchell and Friends. All ages with bar for 21 and older. All proceeds benefit KYRS Thin Air Community Radio. Wednesday, 6 p.m., Saranac Public House, 21 W. Main Ave. $5. (509) 747-3012.

Isaac Walton and Current Flow Also, pottery by Jodee Moody. Part of the Performers on the Patio series. Age 21 and older; photo ID required. Thursday, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, 4705 N. Fruit Hill Road, Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 927-9463.

UI Faculty Chamber Music Recital Thursday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. $5/adults; $3/seniors and students. (208) 885-6111.

Dance

Community Luau Hosted by Knights of Columbus councils from Catholic churches in North Idaho and featuring traditional Hawaiian music and Polynesian dancing. Beer, wine and mixed drinks available. Doors open at 3:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 4:30 p.m. and entertainment at 6 p.m. Benefits St. Vincent de Paul of Kootenai County’s capital campaign. For more information, call (208) 818-9840. Saturday, 3:30 p.m., Q’emiln Park, 12201 W. Parkway Drive. $20/person.

Contra Dance Basics Presented by Spokane Folklore Society and taught by Susan Dankovich. Mondays from 7:30-9:30 p.m., Woman’s Club of Spokane, 1428 W. Ninth Ave. $30/person; $45/couple. (509) 838-5667.

Argentine Tango Dance Lessons Wear shoes with smooth soles. Lesson begins at 7 p.m., dance from 8 to 10 p.m. Beginners welcome. Thursday, German American Hall, 25 W. Third St. $5. (509) 456-2542.

Comedy

NBC’s “Last Comic Standing Live!” The Emmy-nominated laugh-fest returns to NBC for its ninth season with an all-new group of the world’s funniest comics, and the show’s top contestants will be performing. Today, 8 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $27.50-$45/advance; $30.50-$48/day of show. (509) 624-1200.

“I Saw You” Improvised comedy show where the back pages of your favorite newspapers are the inspiration for on-the-spot comedy. Friday nights in September at 8 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

PETER Comedy Trio Improvised comedy shows today at 10 p.m. and Saturday at 7 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $5/show. (509) 747-7045.

A Night of Improv Comedy The shows will be different each week. All proceeds go to support the Green Bluff Grange Scholarship Program. Saturday and Sept. 19 and 26 at 7 p.m., Greenbluff Grange Hall, Old Orchard Theatre, 9809 E. Greenbluff Road. $10. (509) 863-3337.

“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.

“Weird Al” Yankovic Now the biggest-selling comedy recording artist in history with more than 12 million in album sales, his most recent album, “Mandatory Fun,” became the first comedy album ever to debut at number one on the Billboard Top 200 album chart. Sunday, 7:30 p.m., Northern Quest Resort & Casino, outdoor stage, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. $35-$45. (509) 481-6700.

Theater

“Blunder Woman” Today-Sept. 27. Green Bluff’s Old Orchard Theatre presents an original melodramatic spoof of the 1970’s television show “Wonder Woman” to benefit the Green Bluff Grange Scholarship Fund. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m., Greenbluff Grange Hall, 9809 E. Greenbluff Road, Green Bluff. $10. (509) 238-5167.

“Rock of Ages” Today-Oct 10. The score features the hits of Journey, Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister and others. Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m., The Modern Theater Coeur d’Alene, 1320 E. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $23-$27. (208) 676-7529.

“All Hands on Deck” All singing, all dancing and based on Bob Hope’s 1942 USO tour to the troops, the show features an electrifying evening of classic songs, dances, and laughs Americans of all ages love. Veterans admitted free. Sunday, 1 p.m., INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $31.50-$51.50. (800) 325-SEAT.

“The Gorgon” Wednesday-Sept. 20. The play explores the turmoil inside an aging sculptor and those surrounding her. Presented as a staged reading by the University of Idaho Department of Theatre Arts. Wednesday-Friday at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday at 2 and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 2 p.m., University of Idaho, Forge Theater, 404 Sweet Ave., Moscow. Free/UI students; $10/general. (208) 885-6465.

“Of Mice and Men” Filmed version of the John Steinbeck stage play starring James Franco and Chris O’Dowd. Thursday, 7 p.m., Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre, 508 S. Main St., Moscow. $12. (208) 882-4127.

Looking ahead

Fiddle Contest Free show by Joey Mckenzie and his Western Fliers Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. Contest Sept. 19. Register online at www.cdacasino.com/fiddle or in person on Sept. 18 from 5-6:30 p.m. at the casino. Sept. 18-19, Coeur d’Alene Casino, 37914 S. Nukwalqw Road, Worley. (800) 523-2464.

Abney Park A post-apocalyptic, swashbuckling, Steampunk musical mayhem. Sept. 18, 9 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $24. (800) 325-SEAT.

Arc of Spokane Friday Night Fall Dance Come dressed to impress and dance the night away. Sept. 18, 7:30 p.m. 320 E. Second Ave. $6. (509) 789-8791.

“Once on This Island” Saint George’s School music/drama department presents the musical retelling of “The Little Mermaid.” Visit http://sgsisland. eventbrite.com for tickets. Dinner theater performances Sept. 18-19 at 7 p.m. with dinner served at 6:30 p.m. Matinee performance Sept. 19 at 2 p.m. with dessert served at 1:45 p.m., St. George’s School, 2929 W. Waikiki Road. Advance: $11.50/dinner show; $6.50/matinee. At the door: $13/dinner show; $8/matinee. (509) 466-1636.

“Catch Me If You Can” Sept. 18-Oct. 18. A high-flying musical comedy based on the true story of a precocious teenager seeking fame and fortune while being pursued by the FBI. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $22-$30. (509) 325-2507.

Comedian Brian Posehn Sept. 18, 8 p.m., Knitting Factory, 919 W. Sprague Ave. $22.50. (866) 468-7623.