7 Nights Out: A look at what’s on deck this week
1. James Taylor
The legendary singer-songwriter is on the road with his All-Star Band. This Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall of Fame member’s most recent album is 2015’s “Before This World.”
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
Where: Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave.
Cost: $65-$85, through TicketsWest
Info: www.spokanearena.com
2. KISS
The rockers return to town on the “Freedom to Rock” tour with special guest Caleb Johnson (2014 finalist on “American Idol”).
When: 8 p.m. Friday
Where: Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave.
Cost: $39.50-$125, through TicketsWest
Info: www.spokanearena.com
3. The Cave Singers
Seattle indie folk rock quartet returns to Spokane behind the new album “Banshee.”
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
Where: The Bartlett, 228 W. Sprague Ave.
Cost: $17, through the Bartlett
Info: http://thebartlettspokane.com
4. “The Music Man”
There’s trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. Meredith Willson’s six-time Tony Award winning musical comedy has been entertaining audiences since 1957. Presented by Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre.
When: Continues through July 31; performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m.
Where: Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene
Cost: $49/adults, $42/seniors age 62 and older and military, $27/children, through the theater
Info: www.cdasummertheatre.com or (208) 660-2958
5. Opera on the Lake 2016: “Die Fledermaus”
Selections from Johann Strauss II’s operetta, presented by Opera Coeur d’Alene aboard a Lake Coeur d’Alene sunset cruise.
When: Sunday; board at 6 p.m., sail at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Coeur d’Alene Resort, Boardwalk Marina on east side, 115 S. Second St.
Cost: $50/general, $65/table seating, through Opera CdA’s website
Info: (800) 418-1485 or www.operacda.org
6. The Avett Brothers
Award-winning folk rock band from North Carolina combines bluegrass, country, punk, pop melodies, folk, rock ’n’ roll, indie rock, honky tonk and ragtime. Brothers Scott (banjo) and Seth Avett (guitar) are joined by double-bassist Bob Crawford, cellist Joe Kwon, drummer Mike Marsh, violinist Tania Elizabeth and keyboardist Paul Defigilia. Opening the show is Grace Potter.
When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday
Where: Northern Quest Resort & Casino, Pend Oreille Pavilion, 100 N. Hayford Road
Cost: $45-$75, through the casino
Info: (509) 481-2800 or www.northernquest.com
7. Chris Cornell
The frontman of three multi-platinum bands and the chief architect of the grunge movement, Cornell’s music has been featured prominently in film, TV and video games. He will be joined by special guest Fantastic Negrito, winner of NPR’s inaugural Tiny Desk Concert Contest.
When: 8 p.m. Wednesday
Where: Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave.
Cost: SOLD OUT