7 Nights Out
Great Russian Nutcracker
Presented by Moscow Ballet. Experience the exquisite artistry of world class Russian dancers, playful puppets and the unmatched splendor of handcrafted sets and costumes. A pre-performance Kids by Kids Holiday Party for children and their families and friends will be held from 5-6 p.m. in the lobby of the INB. This fundraiser for Providence Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital will feature entertainment, games and activities for the whole family.
When: 7 p.m. Monday
Where: INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
Cost: $28-$175, through TicketsWest
Info: www.inbpac.com
Spokane Symphony Classics 4: “La Bohème”
Opera Coeur d’Alene and the symphony team up for a semi-staged version of one of the greatest operas of all time, “La Bohème.” Giacomo Puccini’s deliciously tragic tale is set in the counter-culture world of Bohemian Paris. Attend a free pre-concert talk one hour before the concert.
When: 8 p.m. Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday.
Where: Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave.
Cost: $15-$54, through the Fox box office, symphony website or any TicketsWest outlet
Info: (509) 624-1200 or www.spokanesymphony.org/
“White Christmas”
Irving Berlin’s musical tells the story of veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis, who have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a picturesque Vermont inn. Discount tickets available with food donation for performances on Nov. 27-28.
When: Friday through Dec. 19; Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m.
Where: Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St.
Cost: $22-$30, through TicketsWest
Info: (509) 325-2507 or www.spokanecivictheatre.com/
Little Big Town
This country foursome relies heavily on four-part vocal harmonies. Their current and sixth album, “Painkiller,” features the smash hit single “Girl Crush.” The Shires will get the fun started.
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
Where: INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
Cost: $35-$45, through TicketsWest
Info: www.inbpac.com
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
For three decades, Grammy-winner Chip Davis has brought the flavor of the holidays to town. This year is no different as Mannheim Steamroller returns.
When: 6:30 p.m. Sunday
Where: INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
Cost: $27.50-$97.50, through TicketsWest
Info: www.inbpac.com
“First Date”
This summer’s hit romantic comedy returns as Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre presents a revival of the Broadway musical.
When: Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m.; and Sunday at 2 and 7 p.m.
Where: Eagles Lodge, 209 E. Sherman Ave., Coeur d’Alene
Cost: $25 through Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre
Info:(208) 660-2958 or www.cdasummertheatre.com/
Snarky Puppy
Grammy-winning instrumental fusion band Snarky Puppy fuses a deep respect for musical tradition with sonic and conceptual innovation. Their latest album is “Sylva,” released in May in featuring Metropole Orkest.
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday
Where: INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
Cost: $49-$100, through TicketsWest
Info: (509) 279-7000 or www.inbpac.com/