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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

Stage listings

Music

BeGin Again! at the MAC Musical performance by Spectrum. Today, 6-8 p.m., Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, outdoors amphitheater, 2316 W. First Ave. $5/admission, includes museum viewing; beer and wine available for purchase. (509) 363-5355.

Kelley McRae Folk and Americana music. Today, 7:30 p.m., Di Luna’s Cafe, 207 Cedar St., Sandpoint. $10/advance; $12/doors. (208) 263-0846.

Spencer Myer, piano Winner of the UNISA International Piano Competition, the New Orleans International Piano Competition and laureate of the William Kapell, Cleveland and Busoni international piano competitions. Myer will perform Scarlatti Sonatas, Schumann’s Fantasie in C, Adam Schoenberg’s Picture Etudes, selections from William Bolcom’s “The Garden of Eden,” and Samuel Barber’s “Excursions.” WSU Guest Recital. Today, 8 p.m., Washington State University, Bryan Hall Theatre, Wilson at Library Road, Pullman. $10/general; $5/seniors and students. (509) 335-4148.

Spokane Symphony Opening Night Gala Featuring a Champagne reception, dinner and auction. Black tie is optional. Saturday, 5-7:30 p.m., Spokane Club, 1002 W. Riverside Ave. $150/includes concert ticket; $125/gala only. (509) 464-7076.

In a Sentimental Mood Fall equinox dinner and concert by the string quartet Harmonia. Saturday, 6-8 p.m., Bank Left Gallery, 100 S. Bridge St., Palouse, Wash. $35/includes dinner, dessert and glass of wine. (509) 878-8425.

Holly A. Clark, clarinet Student recital. Saturday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. Free. (208) 885-6231.

Spokane Symphony Classics 1: Opening Night with Silver-Garburg Duo The Spokane Symphony launches its 2014-2015 season with a program of Romantic masterpieces including Chris Rogerson’s “Noble Pond” and Brahms’ Fourth Symphony. The internationally acclaimed Silver-Garburg Piano Duo will unite with the orchestra in two concertos from Bach and Mendelssohn. Performances are Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $15-$54. (509) 624-1200.

LeRoy Bell & His Only Friends (CANCELED) Saturday, 8 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. (800) 325-SEAT.

Cowboy Poetry & Music Western stories, songs, lore and humor. Performers include Glen Bair, John Stelzer, Bodie Dominguez, Dick Warwick and the band Western Reunion. Sunday, 2 p.m., Empire Theatre, 126 S. Crosby St., Tekoa, Wash. $7. (509) 284-2000.

Singlewide Rock variety. Part of the “Concerts on the Cliff” series. Age 21 and older, photo ID required. No outside liquor, no pets; coolers and containers subjected to search. Portable lawn chairs or blankets are encouraged. Sunday, 4:30 p.m., Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, 4705 N. Fruit Hill Road. $8. (509) 927-9463.

Spokane Symphony After Party Enjoy hors d’oeuvres catered by Beacon Hill, music by Due Heller Trio and two complimentary glasses of wine along with games at the winery after the 3 p.m. concert that will be held at The Fox. Call for reservations. Sunday, 5-8 p.m., Barrister Winery, 1213 W. Railroad Ave. $75/includes concert ticket; $50/gala only. (509) 464-7076.

Guitarnado Tuesday: Chris Spencer on jazz guitar with Jazz Band I; Wednesday: Classic rock performed by The Contenders; and Thursday: David Feingold on classical guitar. Performances at 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) 885-6231.

Moving Sound Fusion Asian music and dance, on tour from Taiwan. Thursday, 9:30 a.m., University of Idaho, University Auditorium, 851 Campus Drive, Moscow. (208) 885-6231.

Ron Greene Acoustic guitar and vocals; also, contemporary art by Judy Minter. Part of the “Performers on the Patio” series. Age 21 and older, photo ID required. No outside liquor, no pets, coolers and containers subjected to search. Portable lawn chairs or blankets are encouraged. Thursday, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, 4705 N. Fruit Hill Road. Free. (509) 927-9463.

UI Jazz Band and Choirs Sept. 26, 6:30 p.m., University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. $5/adults; $3/students. (208) 885-6231.

Dance

Friday Night Swing Dig West Coast Swing: Beyond Basics class is from 7-8 p.m. Beginner lesson from 8-8:30 p.m., followed by open dancing until 11 p.m. Today, Simply Dance Studio, 820 W. Sprague Ave. $7. (509) 892-1480.

Salsa Fridays For ages 18 and older with or without a partner. Today, 7 p.m., Satori, 122 S. Monroe St. $5. (360) 550-5106.

Hispanic Heritage Festival Music, dancers, exhibits, demonstrations, arts and crafts, food and more. Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Riverfront Park, Gondola Meadow, 507 N. Howard St. Open to the public. (509) 625-6601.

Saturday Night Salsa Salsa lessons begin at 8:15 p.m., followed by open dancing until 12:30 a.m. Saturday, Simply Dance Studio, 820 W. Sprague Ave. $7. (509) 892-1480.

Jedliniok Polish Folk Ensemble The ensemble was created in 1975 and is composed of dancers, singers and musicians that perform Polish national and regional dances worldwide in colorful regional costumes. Tuesday at 10 a.m.: Live radio performance with Vern Windham on KPBX, 91.1 FM, 2319 N. Monroe St. Tuesday at 6 p.m.: Performing at the Downtown Spokane Public Library, 906 W. Main Ave. Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.: Performance and audience participation (instruction provided) of Polish folk and American Western square dancing, Western Dance Center, 1901 N. Sullivan Road. These events are facilitated by the Polish-American Community of Spokane (Spokolonia). Visit Spokolonia on Facebook for more information. Free. (509) 328-2523.

Contra Dance Presented by Spokane Folklore Society each Wednesday. This is a community dance, no partner needed, fun for all ages, and everyone is welcome. Beginner workshop at 6:45 p.m., dancing 7:30-9:30 p.m. Woman’s Club of Spokane, 1428 W. Ninth Ave. $5/members and students; $7/nonmembers. (509) 747-2640.

Comedy

Uncle D’s Comedy Underground Stand-up comedy every Thursday. Sign-ups at 7 p.m.; comedy at 8 p.m. Live professional comedy every Friday and Saturday night. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; shows start at 8 p.m. Uncle D’s Comedy Underground, 2721 N. Market St. No cover/Thursday nights; $12/Fridays and Saturdays. (509) 483-7300.

“Yearbook” Memories and laughter collide in this improvised walk down memory lane. Held Friday nights in September at 8 p.m. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7. (509) 747-7045.

“Love Songs for a Girl” A stand-up, improv and musical comedy experience. Today, 10 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $5/advance; $7/door. (509) 747-7045.

“Safari: A Wild Improv Adventure” All Safari shows feature 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.

Goodtymes Comedy Free comedy every Sunday at 8:30 p.m. Goodtymes Bar and Grill, 9214 E. Mission Ave. Free. (509) 928-1070.

Live Comedy Stand-up comedy Wednesday nights at 8 p.m. Brooklyn Nights, 122 S. Monroe St. No cover. (509) 835-4177.

Theater

68th Spokane Civic Theatre Gala Dinner and dessert from Wild Sage, silent auction, no-host bar and specialty drink with donation provided by Dry Fly Distillery at 6 p.m.; performance of “Fiddler on the Roof” at 7:30 p.m. Today, Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $50. (509) 325-2507.

“Broadway Bound” Today and Saturday. In this follow-up to Neil Simon’s “Brighton Beach Memoirs,” Eugene and his older brother, Stanley, are trying to break into the world of show business while coping with their eternally volatile family. Performances are today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Interplayers Theatre, 174 S. Howard St. $12-$30. (509) 455-7529.

“Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” Today-Sunday. Edward Albee’s play is an intense look into a night with two couples, copious amounts of alcohol, and the unconventional games they play. Performances are today and Saturday at 7 p.m.; Sunday at 3 p.m. Pend Oreille Playhouse, 240 N. Union Ave., Newport, Wash. $10/advance; $12/doors. (509) 671-3389.

“A Walk in the Woods” Today-Sunday. Set during the Cold War, Lee Blessing’s play dramatizes a standoff between U.S. and Soviet arms negotiators as they battle for supremacy. Full of tension and humor, the play shows how the relationship between the two experts evolves as they stroll in the woods above Geneva, away from the glare of the negotiating table. Performances are today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday at 2 p.m. Stage Left, 108 W. Third Ave. $10. (509) 838-9727.

“On the Subway” Today-Sept. 28. Green Bluff’s Old Orchard Theatre presents a play written and directed by local playwright about friendship. All proceeds benefit the Green Bluff Grange Scholarship Fund. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. Greenbluff Grange Hall, 9809 E. Greenbluff Road, Green Bluff. $10. (509) 793-5176.

“Daddy’s Dyin’ Who’s Got the Will?” Today-Oct. 5. StageWest Community Theatre presents a comedy about a family of misfits who come together for the first time in years because their father is dying. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m.; and a dinner theater performance on Sept. 27 at 6 p.m. Reservations required for dinner theatre by Sept. 26. Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 639 Elm St., Cheney. $12/adults; $10/seniors; $5/students; $25/dinner theatre. (509) 235-2441.

“Fiddler on the Roof” Today-Oct. 19. This musical has captured the hearts of audiences all around the world for 50 years with its score including “Matchmaker, Matchmaker,” “If I Were a Rich Man” and “Sunrise, Sunset.” Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $30/adult; $28/military and senior; $22/students. (509) 325-2507.

“Les Miserables” Today-Oct. 12. This eight-time Tony Award winner is the story of love, passion, sacrifice and redemption along with an incredible musical score. Performances are Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. Lake City Playhouse, 1320 E. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $17-$25. (208) 667-1323.

“Rounding Third” Staged reading fundraiser produced by the Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre. The play is about the tumultuous journey of two Little League coaches through an entire season, from their first tentative meeting to the climactic championship game. Saturday, 7:30 p.m., The Dome, 167 W. Miles Ave., Hayden. $25. (208) 660-2958.