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Stage listings: Shows around the Inland Northwest

Music

The Piano Guys Their original blend of classical music with pop is the stuff of Internet phenomenon, resulting in more than 500 million YouTube views. Saturday, 8 p.m., Spokane Arena Star Theatre, 720 W. Mallon Ave. $29.50-$179.50. (800) 325-SEAT.

“A World of Music”: Spokane Symphony Chorale Presented by The Cantabile Chapter of the Spokane Symphony Associates. The program will include a wide range of music from around the world and will feature the “Mass of the Children” by John Rutter. The chorale is directed by Julian Gomez Giraldo. All proceeds go to support the Spokane Symphony. Sunday, 4 p.m., St. John’s Cathedral, 127 E. 12th Ave. $15/person; $35/family of two adults and three children. (509) 458-8733.

EWU Vocal Jazz Solo Night Cabaret-style concert. Monday, 7:30-9 p.m., Lindaman’s Gourmet Bistro, 1235 S. Grand Blvd. Free. (509) 838-3000.

Tuesday Night Music Series Cherry Sisters Revival play country/bluegrass. Tuesday, 5-6:30 p.m., Moscow Food Co-Op, Deli, 121 E. Fifth St., Moscow. (208) 882-8537.

From Bach to Rock Presented by Coeur d’Alene Charter Academy, and including all orchestra and band students, including the popular Jazz Band, Chamber Orchestra and Wind Ensemble. An incredible evening of pop, jazz and rock-inspired music. Admission is free. Tuesday, 6 p.m., North Idaho College, Schuler Performing Arts Center, 1000 W. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. (208) 659-3250.

Pearl Django Gypsy jazz music featuring the vocals of Gail Pettis. Call or email ricksingerconcerts@gmail.com to reserve seats. Thursday, 7:30 p.m., Rick Singer Photography, 415 W. Main Ave. $35. (509) 838-3333.

Dance

Contra Dance Music by Out of the Wood; caller is Emily Faulkner. Hosted by Spokane Folklore Society. Friday, 7 p.m., American Legion Hall, Bonners Ferry. (208) 382-3694.

Contra Dance Music by Out of the Wood. Potluck at 6:30 p.m.; beginners lesson at 7:30 p.m.; dance from 8-10:30 p.m. Saturday, 1912 Center, 412 E. Third St., Moscow. $8.

Contra Dance Presented by Spokane Folklore Society with music by Out of Nowhere; caller Karen Wilson-Bell. No experience needed. Beginner workshop at 7:15 p.m. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Woman’s Club of Spokane, 1428 W. Ninth Ave. $7/general; $5/students. (509) 598-9111.

Comedy

Iliza Shlesinger She is the only female and youngest comedian to hold the title of NBC’S “Last Comic Standing.” Shows Friday and Saturday at 7:30 and 10:30 p.m., Spokane Comedy Club, 315 W. Sprague Ave. $30.50-$37.50/advance; price higher at the door. (509) 318-9998.

“Once More With Feeling” The Blue Door Players will revisit their favorite shows. Friday at 8 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

“Safari: A Wild Improv Adventure” Featuring short form improv games based off of your suggestions. Saturday nights at 8 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

The Addicts Comedy Tour A new stand-up show about overcoming life challenges with laughter and strength, featuring the most in-demand recovery comedians Mark Lundholm and Kurtis Matthews. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Spokane Comedy Club, 315 W. Sprague Ave. $22. (509) 318-9998.

Andrew Norelli Norelli has made numerous late night appearances including “The Late Show with David Letterman,” “The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson,” and “Jimmy Kimmel Live.” Thursday, May 27 and May 29 at 8 p.m.; May 28 at 8 and 10:30 p.m., Spokane Comedy Club, 315 W. Sprague Ave. $10-$20. (509) 318-9998.

Theater

“The Great Gatsby” The Central Valley High School Theatre Department brings to life the wealth, glamour and corruption of the Roaring ’20s on Long Island. Friday, 7:30 p.m., Central Valley High School, 821 S. Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley. $8-$12. (509) 228-5100.

“The Clown Car” Dozens of circus clowns pile out of a car, but one doesn’t. Thus begins the reader’s theater performance of this new murder mystery comedy. Friday at 7 p.m.; Saturday at 2 p.m., Liberty Lake Community Theatre, 22910 E. Appleway Ave., Suite 1, Liberty Lake. $7. (509) 342-2055.

“Seussical” The Oaks Classical Christian Academy presents a musical based on the fanciful works of Dr. Seuss. Friday at 7 p.m.; Saturday at 2 and 7 p.m., University High School, 12420 E. 32nd Ave., Spokane Valley. $10/adult; $7/child. (509) 536-5955.

“Snow White” Friday-Sunday. Jealous of Snow White’s beauty, the wicked queen orders the murder of her innocent stepdaughter but later discovers that Snow White is still alive and hiding in a cottage with seven friendly little miners. Friday at 7 p.m.; Saturday at 3 p.m.; Sunday at 2 p.m., Theater Arts for Children, 2114 N. Pines Road, Suite 3, Spokane Valley. $8-$10/advance; $10-$12/at door. (509) 995-6718.

“Fiction” Friday-Sunday. Linda and Michael Waterman are successful writers who are happily married to each other. However, when they decide to share their diaries with each other, the boundaries between past and present, fact and fiction, trust and betrayal begin to break down. Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday at 2 p.m., Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $22. (509) 325-2507.

“Seussical” Friday-May 29. Christian Youth Theater presents a musical based on the fanciful works of Dr. Seuss. Fridays and May 29 at 7 p.m.; Saturday at 1 p.m.; May 28 at 3 and 7 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $10-$14. (509) 487-6540.

“Shrek the Musical” Friday-May 29. Christian Youth Theater North Idaho presents a hilarious fairy tale in which curses are reversed, monsters get the girls, donkeys and dragons find love, and princesses are beautiful in all shapes and sizes. Fridays at 7 p.m.; Saturdays at 3 and 7 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m., Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. $9-$15. (208) 277-5727.

“The Ladies Foursome” Friday-May 29. During this outrageous round of golf, four women discuss life, love, men, sex and careers. Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m., The Modern Theater Spokane, 174 S. Howard St. $20-$24. (509) 455-7529.

“Mary Poppins” Friday-June 12. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family how to value each other again. Fridays at 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday and June 4-5 and June 11-12 at 2 p.m., Spokane Children’s Theatre, 2727 N. Madelia Ave. $12/adult; $8/age 12 and younger. (509) 328-4886.

“Guys and Dolls” Friday-June 19. Gambler Nathan Detroit tries to find the cash to set up the biggest craps game in town while the authorities breathe down his neck; meanwhile, his girlfriend, Adelaide, laments that they’ve been engaged for 14 years. Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m., Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $22-$30. (509) 325-2507.

Spectacle: An Evening of Illusion Isaiah Daniels presents a show the whole family can enjoy. Saturday, 7 p.m., Service Station, 9315 N. Nevada St. $20/general; $15/age 12 and younger. (509) 270-6865.

“The Crucible” Thursday-June 5. SFCC Drama presents Arthur Miller’s riveting drama about the Salem witch trials in 1692, written as a commentary about the 1950s McCarthy hearings. Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m., Spokane Falls Community College, Spartan Theatre, 3410 W. Fort George Wright Drive. $10/general; free/SFCC students with ID. (509) 533-3592.

Looking ahead

Sasquatch Music Festival 2016 15th annual four-day event held Memorial Day weekend. May 27-30, Gorge Amphitheatre, 754 Silica Road NW, George. $350/person, camping fees not included. (866) 448-7849.

Spokane Symphony and Terrain: Uncharted The theater will be transformed into an artists’ playground for this auditory and visual feast for the senses. Local musicians, performance artists, authors and more will partner with the orchestra to present an unforgettable evening. May 27, 8 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $15-$50. (509) 624-1200.