Stage listings

Music

Wallace Blues Festival Today-Sunday. Various blues artists and bands around Wallace, inside and outside, playing afternoon and evenings, for all ages. Info available at www.wallaceblues festival.com. $35 general; $10 age 12 and younger. (800) 325-SEAT.

Post Falls Festival Today-Sunday. A variety of bands will play classic rock, new rock, country and more on two stages during the festival. Today, noon-8 p.m.; Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Q’emiln Park, 12201 W. Parkway Drive, Post Falls. (208) 773-0539.

Friday Night Music Series Today, Wyatt Wood; July 17, Brad Keeler Trio. 6, Manito Park Bench, 1928 S. Tekoa St. Free. No-Li Brewhouse beers available for purchase. (509) 456-4349.

Red Lion Summer Concert Series Music on Fridays and Saturdays, 6-9 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. All ages welcome. Today: The Cronkites; Saturday: Nu Jack City; July 17: Cami Bradley and the Sweeplings with special guests Pacific and Pine. Red Lion Hotel at the Park, 303 W. North River Drive. Free. (509) 326-8000.

Rooftop Concert at Saranac Mini-MarmotFest with music from Fun Ladies, Outercourse, Phlegm Fatale and Twin Towers, comedians and novelty acts. Special discounts at Saranac Commons for those in attendance. Space is limited. Benefits KYRS. Saturday, 5 p.m., Saranac Public House, 21 W. Main Ave. $10. (509) 747-3012.

Richard Kriehn Kriehn, a master of the mandolin, plays on “A Prairie Home Companion” with Garrison Keillor. Saturday, 7 p.m., Artisans at Dahmen Barn, Highway 195 North, 419 Park Way, Uniontown, Wash. $15. (509) 299-3414.

Music at the Market Rocket Market hosts an outdoor concert series: Saturday, Sidhe featuring Michael and Keleren Millham. 7:30 p.m., Rocket Market, 726 E. 43rd Ave. (509) 343-2253.

Polly O’Keary and The Rhythm Method Cool blues. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Dinner served by reservation before the show. Saturday, 8 p.m., Di Luna’s Cafe, 207 Cedar St., Sandpoint. $10 advance; $12 day of show. (208) 263-0846.

“La Traviata” Stage to Screen Series. Verdi’s masterpiece combines compelling characters with powerful melodies, making it one of the most emotionally engaging and popular operas of all time. Friends of the Bing presents the filmed performance of Peter Konwitschny’s celebrated production from the English National Opera. Sunday, 2 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $15 adults, $5 students. (800) 325-SEAT.

River City Winds Recital Chamber winds recital with the River City Winds and members of the Coeur d’Alene Symphony. Sunday, 3 p.m., Hamblen Park Presbyterian Church, 4102 S. Crestline St. (509) 448-2909.

New Hope Resource Center Benefit Concert Just in Time will play classic rock. Concessions, raffle and silent auction. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Sunday, 6-8 p.m., Colbert Presbyterian Church, 4211 E. Colbert Road, Colbert. Free. (509) 468-9923.

“The Mikado” Opera Coeur d’Alene presents a sunset cruise performance of the comedic opera. Sunday, 6 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 S. Second St., Coeur d’Alene. $50-$65. (800) 418-1485, ext. 1.

Music for the Moose 2 Performance by Nicole Lewis. The event includes wine, dessert and appetizers. Help support the Moose Project, providing oral and signing education. Sign language interpreter provided. Monday, 7-9 p.m., Latah Valley Presbyterian Church, 202 E. Meadow Lane Road. $20 advance; $25 door. (509) 443-5905.

Mozart on a Summer’s Eve 25th annual event. Presented by Connoisseur Concerts. The traditional Connoisseur Concerts Wind Ensemble, plus Zuill Bailey, cello, Mateusz Wolski, violin, and Jessica Lee, viola. Reservations recommended. Ticket holders are invited to arrive as early as 5:30 p.m. to picnic at their reserved table. Tuesday and Wednesday, 7 p.m., Manito Park, on the lawn east of Duncan Garden, 4 W. 21st Ave. $10/lawn (bring blankets or chairs); $30/person for table seating and includes gourmet dessert and coffee. (800) 325-SEAT.

Madeline McNeill in Concert Trained operatic singer enjoys bending forms, bringing opera to the unsuspecting and connecting with people who like mixing a little high art with some low grit and passion. Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Road. Free. (509) 444-5395.

POP Summer Concert Family-friendly outdoor concerts on the hillside lawn. Donnie Emerson and Nancy Sophia playing pop, country and soul. Wednesday, 7-9 p.m., Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 8441 N. Indian Trail Road. Free. (509) 465-0779.

Browne’s Addition Summer Concert Series Tommy G plays jazz, blues and rock. Thursday, 6-8 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Park, Browne’s Addition, 2195 W. Second Ave. Free.

Summer Concerts at Riverstone Park Singer-songwriter Robby French. Thursday, 6-8 p.m., Riverstone Park, 1805 W. Tilford Lane, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 292-1629.

Gator Loops Funky jazz blues; also, paintings by Renay Piper. Part of the “Performers on the Patio” series. Age 21 and older; photo ID required. No outside liquor or pets; coolers and containers subjected to search. Portable lawn chairs or blankets are encouraged. Thursday, 5:30 p.m., Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, 4705 N. Fruit Hill Road. Free. (509) 927-9463.

Dance

Sandpoint Contra Dance No dance experience or partner necessary; all dances taught. Singles, couples and families welcome. Bring clean shoes for dancing. Bring a potluck snack to share. Today, 7-10 p.m., Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., Sandpoint. $5. (208) 263-6751.

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

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

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

“Expedition” A summer of improvised fun for the whole family. Friday nights 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 on audience suggestions. Saturday nights at 9 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

Theater

“Murder on Maui” Harold Logan’s luau fundraiser turns deadly with so many nefarious characters in attendance. Presented by Coeur d’Alene Murder Mystery Theatre. Reservations are requested. Today, 6-9 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Cellars, 3890 N. Schreiber Way, Coeur d’Alene. $35/per person. (208) 664-2336.

One-Act Play Festival Pend Oreille Players Association presents six original one-act plays. Performances are today and Saturday at 7 p.m., Pend Oreille Playhouse, 236 S. Union Ave., Newport. $6-$12. (509) 447-9900.

“Bob: A Life in Five Acts” Today-Sunday. A comedy about the highly unusual life of Bob and his quest to become a “Great Man.” Performances are today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 2 p.m., Masquers Theater, 322 E. Main Ave., Soap Lake, Wash. $9-$17. (509) 246-2611.

“Red Hot Patriot: The Kick-Ass Wit of Molly Ivins” Today-July 19. One-act play about the Texan political columnist. Performances are today and Saturday and July 17-18 at 7:30 p.m.; and July 19 at 3 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. $14. (208) 255-7801.

“Private Lives” Today-July 19. Empire Theatre Company presents a comedy about a divorced couple who realize they’re honeymooning at the same hotel with their new spouses. Performances are Wednesdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m., Stage Left, 108 W. Third Ave. $10. (509) 638-6193.

“Phantom Tollbooth” Today-July 19. A children’s fantasy play about a boy’s adventures after he finds a toy tollbooth. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m., Pullman Civic Theatre, 1220 NW Nye St., Pullman. $10-$12. (509) 332-8406.

“The Trouble With The Theatre or Why Are You Acting Like That?” Today-July 26. Can a brother and sister save their beloved theater from an evil villain? The melodrama will be followed by a revue with songs, jokes and skits. Performances are Wednesdays-Saturdays at 7 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m., Sixth Street Melodrama, 212 Sixth St., Wallace. $10. (208) 752-8871.

“Singin’ in the Rain” Today-July 26. Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre presents a downpour of famous songs. Performances are Thursdays-Fridays at 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays at 2 and 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m., Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Dr., Coeur d’Alene. $49/adults; $42/seniors; $27/children. (208) 660-2958.

“Maybe Baby” A workshop of the new comedy by Modern Theater Spokane’s resident playwright, Matt Harget. Saturday, 7:30 p.m., the Modern Theater Spokane, 174 S. Howard St. Free. (509) 455-7529.

“Man + Superman” British theater at the Kenworthy. Catch some of the most talked-about shows in London, shot in high definition. Academy Award nominee Ralph Fiennes plays Jack Tanner in this exhilarating reinvention of Shaw’s witty, provocative classic. Thursday, 7 p.m., Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre, 508 S. Main St., Moscow. $12. (208) 882-4127.

“The Secret Garden” Thursday-July 26. When orphan Mary Lennox comes to live at her uncle’s great house on the Yorkshire moors, she finds it full of secrets, including the most mysterious wonder of all – a secret garden. Is everything in the garden dead, or can Mary help bring it back to life? Performances are Thursdays and Fridays at 7 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays at 1 p.m. Spokane Children’s Theatre, 2727 N. Madelia St., Suite No. 5. $12 adults; $8 children. (509) 328-4886.

Looking ahead

Rendezvous in the Park July 17-19. An all-ages outdoor concert series features a variety of local, national and international musicians. Friday: Samantha Fish, Hillary Scott, The HooDoo Two; Saturday: Los Lonely Boys, Amanda Broadway, Blue Funk Jailbreak, Genius in Remission; Sunday: Washington\Idaho Symphony, Hog Heaven Big Band. Food, beer and wine are available for purchase at the evening concerts, or bring your own picnic. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. During the day there are also music and art workshops for young children taught by area artists and musicians. Participants also get lunch and a snack during the workshop. East City Park, 900 E. Third St., Moscow, Idaho. $25 per concert; or $50 festival pass. (208) 882-1178.

John Nilsen Oregon-based singer/pianist/guitarist will perform as part of his goal to play in every United Methodist Church in the Pacific Northwest Conference. July 17, 7 p.m., Mead United Methodist Church, 12611 N. Wilson St., Mead. Free. (509) 466-7866.

“My Alma Martyr” The Opossum State College class of 1938 celebrates its 10-year reunion, but it’s marred by tragedy. Presented by Coeur d’Alene Murder Mystery Theatre. Reservations are requested. July 17, 6-9 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Cellars, 3890 N. Schreiber Way, Coeur d’Alene. $35/per person. (208) 664-2336.

“Jurassic Park”: Comedy Edition Think “Mystery Silence Theater 3000,” with modern movies and a panel of local comedians slinging their satire. Tom Meisjford, Missy Narrance and Steve Johnson add their comedic commentary to Steven Spielberg’s 1993 classic. July 17, 8 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $10 advance; $12 at the door. (800) 325-SEAT.