Week's entertainment options are simply heavenly
SANDPOINT — Theater lovers are going to be in heaven this week, as we’ve got live stage plays in the region from tonight right on through the weekend. This evening, catch The Conversation at Ivano’s, featuring our own Academy Award winner, Erik Daarstad and be sure to chuck out tonight’s art show opening with artists Tom Kramer and Robens Napolitan at Monarch Mountain Coffee.
On Saturday, the library hosts a speaker who has taken part in all 39 Bloomsday runs and on Sunday, local publisher Lost Horse Press co-hosts a reading at the Get Lit! festival in Spokane.
Sandwiched in with all that action is a wealth of live, local music, movies at both the Panida and its Little Theater and word on some upcoming open mic night events. Whew!
Thursday, April 14
‘The Conversation’, Cinematographer Erik Daarstad
Venue: Ivano’s Ristorante Italiano, 102 S. First Ave.
Time: 6-8 p.m., Thursday
After witnessing and documenting, on film, more than half a century of historic events and fascinating personalities, Oscar-winning Erik Daarstad recently published his autobiography, ‘Through the Lens of History: The Life Journey of a Cinematographer.’
The Conversation is sponsored by the non-profit Creations for Sandpoint on the Cedar St. Bridge. All artists from the Sandpoint area are invited to this free event to network and support our host, Ivano’s Ristorante.
Information: 208-263-1592
Art Show Opening
Venue: Monarch Mountain Coffee, 208 N. Fourth Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-8 p.m., Thursday
Hosted by local artists Tom Kramer and Robens Napolitan, ‘Our Animal Friends’ is an exhibition that will be shown through June 2. Come meet the artists and view this excellent show.
Admission: Free, open to public.
Information: 208-265-9382
‘Cartel Land’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m., Thursday
With unprecedented access, Cartel Land is a riveting, on-the-ground look at the journeys of two modern-day vigilante groups and their shared enemy - the murderous Mexican drug cartels. Rated R
Tickets available at box office or online at www.panida.org
Chris Lynch
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: Deals start at 7 p.m., music starts at 8 p.m., Thursday,
Live music with Brian Jacobs and Chris Lynch in an informal atmosphere. Specials on domestic and craft brews, too.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
‘Private Eyes’
Venue: NIC’s Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center, 1000 W. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Thursday
‘Private Eyes’ is a comedy of suspicion in which nothing is ever quite what it seems. The audience itself plays the role of detective in this hilarious and moving relationship thriller. Additional performances April 21-23.
Admission: Free, open to public.
‘Next to Normal’
Venue: The Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague, in Spokane.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Thursday, April 14
Winner of three Tony Awards and the 2010 Pulitzer Prize, this work of art is an unflinching look at a suburban family struggling with the effects of mental illness.
Tickets available at the box office and TicketsWest.
Information: 509-227-7638
Friday, April 15
Flying Mammals
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m., Friday, April 15
Inland Northwest-based trio of brothers whose earnest and melodic songs have been striking a huge chord everywhere.
Admission: Free, open to public.
Ken Mayginnes
Venue: La Rosa Club, 105 S. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m., Friday, April 15
Devon Wade
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., Sandpoint
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m., Friday
Admission: Free and open to those 21 and over.
‘Hello, My Name is Doris’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 15
On paper, the life of 60-something Doris seems quite tragic. Her mom just died and she continues to live in their Staten Island house that’s full of sentimental value. She has an unrequited crush on her 30-something co-worker and she’s out of place in her career. But despite these setbacks she remains as hopeful and delusional as possible. Rated R
Tickets available at box office or online at: www.panida.org
‘Cartel Land’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m., Friday, April 15
With unprecedented access, Cartel Land is a riveting, on-the-ground look at the journeys of two modern-day vigilante groups and their shared enemy - the murderous Mexican drug cartels. Rated R
Tickets available at the office or online at: www.panida.org
‘Private Eyes’
Venue: NIC’s Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center, 1000 W. Garden Ave., in Coeur d’Alene.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 15
‘Private Eyes’ is a comedy of suspicion in which nothing is ever quite what it seems. The audience itself plays the role of detective in this hilarious and moving relationship thriller.
Admission: Free, open to public.
‘Next to Normal’
Venue: The Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague, in Spokane.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 15
Winner of three Tony Awards and the 2010 Pulitzer Prize, this work of art is an unflinching look at a suburban family struggling with the effects of mental illness.
Tickets available at the box office and TicketsWest.
Information: 509-227-7638
Spokane Symphony: ‘Symphony with a Splash’
Venue: Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave., in Spokane.
Time: friday, April 15; doors open at 5 p.m. for happy hour and live music by Windoe; concert starts at 7 p.m.
The Spokane Symphony, conducted by Assistant Conductor Jorge Luis Uzcátegui, will give a one-hour mini-concert with guest artists Alaina Bercilla, flute, and Paul Grove, guitar.
Admission: $25, available at the box office of Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, by calling 509-624-1200, or online and at all TicketsWest outlets.
Saturday, April 16
The Snack Brothers
Venue: DiLuna’s Restaurant, 207 Cedar Street, in Sandpoint.
Time: Saturday, April 16; doors open at 5:30 p.m. for dinner; concert at 7:30 p.m.
The Snack Brothers, featuring Flatpick Earl, deliver a hot blend of bluegrass, newgrass, jazzgrass, swing and down-to-earth honky tonk. This group of veteran local musicians promises an unforgettable set of music.
Admission: $10 in advance, $12 day of show.
Tickets and reservations: 208-263-0846
‘Hello, My Name is Doris’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 16
On paper, the life of 60-something Doris seems quite tragic. But despite these setbacks she remains as hopeful and delusional as possible. Rated R
Tickets available at box office or online at: www.panida.org
‘39 Years of Bloomsday’ speaker
Venue: East Bonner County Library-Sandpoint Branch, 1407 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 1 p.m., Saturday, April 16
Gary Berg shares his personal experiences as one of only 92 people who have participated in every single Bloomsday race event. Be sure to check out the colorful display of former race t-shirts in the lobby.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: 208-263-6930
Harold’s IGA
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., Sandpoint
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m., Saturday, April 16
Admission: Free and open to those 21 and over.
Mike Wagoner & Utah John
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-7 p.m., Saturday
If you remember The Trapper Creek Band that entertained North Idaho, you’ll be glad to know that two of the original members, Utah John Stoll and Mike Wagoner, have formed a duo and are on the road again.
Admission: Free, open to public.
‘Next to Normal’
Venue: Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague, in Spokane.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Saturday
Tickets available at the box office and TicketsWest.
Information: 509-227-7638
‘Private Eyes’
Venue: NIC’s Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center, 1000 W. Garden Ave., in Coeur d’Alene.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 16
Admission: Free, open to public.
Sunday, April 17
‘Hello, My Name is Doris’ film
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 p.m., Sunday, April 17
Tickets available at box office or online at: www.panida.org
Lost Horse Press reading at Get Lit!
Venue: The Davenport Hotel (Peacock Room), 10 S. Post Street, in Spokane.
Time: Noon-2 p.m., Sunday, April 17
Featuring poets Rob Carney; Kathleen Flenniken, the 2012, 2014 Washington State Poet Laureate; Piotr Florczyk; Katrina Roberts; Peter Sears, Poet Laureate of Oregon; and Bill Tremblay. The event will be emceed by Washington State Poet Laureate, Tod Marshall. Writers will be accompanied by classical and jazz guitarist, Leon Atkinson, of KPBX’s The Guitar Hour, as well as EWU music student, Quindrey Davis.
Admission: Free and open to the public (lunch and beverages available for purchase.).
Next to Normal’
Venue: The Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague, in Spokane.
Time: 2 p.m., Sunday, April 17
Tickets available at the box office and TicketsWest.
Information: 509-227-7638
Monday, April 18
Truck Mills Blues Jam
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Grille, located at 212 Cedar St.,
in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Monday, April 18
Admission: Free, open to public.
Wednesday, April 20
Five Minutes of Fame Open Mic
Venue: Café Bodega at Foster’s Crossing, 504 Oak St., in Sandpoint.
Time: Open Mic starts at 6:30 p.m., come at 6 p.m. for dinner., Wednesday, April 20
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Thursday, April 21
Open Mic Night
Venue: Monarch Mountain Coffee, 208 N. Fourth Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-8 p.m., Thursday, April 21
Hosted by talented local songwriter Patrice Webb, this open mic gathering is your chance to share your talent (and hard work) with a supportive and interested audience. Amateurs and newcomers welcome!
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: 208-265-9382
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