Honolulu Weekly

Concerts & Clubs

Celtic Waves (See Hot Picks.) The ARTS at Marks Garage, 1159 Nuuanu Ave.: Wed 3/17, (7:30pm & 9pm) $12. 521-2903

François Rabbath Legendary Paris-based contrabass virtuoso returns to the Doris with his son, pianist Sylvain Rabbath. A program of solo and accompanied works will include Rabbath’s compositions, famed for their melodic beauty and technical intricacy. Doris Duke Theatre, 900 S. Beretania St.: Mon 3/22, (7:30pm) $15–$25. 532-8768

Go Jimmy Go & Soul Revival Sound System Ska-reggage-rock veteran band Go Jimmy Go with newcomer Soul Revival Sound System and its old-school reggae sounds. Anna Bannana’s, 2440 S. Beretania St.: Fri 3/19, (9:30pm) $8–$10. 18+. 946-5190

Hawaii Comedy Showcase Shawn Felipe hosts this show of up-and-coming funny people. [groovetickets.com], (877) 71-GROOVE. Pipeline Cafe, 805 Pohukaina St.: Tue 3/23, (8pm) $10 presale. All ages.

Kanikapila Jam on it. Hawaiian style. [email: Eabrigoohana]. Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy.: Third Sundays; 3/21, (1–4pm) 638-7766

Lucky Charms A St. Paddy’s Day fundraiser dinner (yup, corned beef and cabbage) for PLWHA (people living with HIV and AIDS) hosted by The Imperial Court of all Hawaii. Jell-O shots, raffles, dinner, entertainment, costume contest and games. Call 699-4085 for presale tickets. Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand, Waikiki Grand Hotel, 2nd floor, 134 Kapahulu Ave.: Wed 3/17, (5–9pm) $15 presale; $20 door. 21+. [hulas.com], 923-0669

Manny Pacquiao Concert and Celebration Pretty much all the local Filipino superstars will be performing something on stage in honor of Pacquiao’s champion boxer status. Waikiki Shell. Sun 3/21, (5pm) $25 general; $125 VIP. 545-4000

Michael McDonald and Boz Scaggs McDonald, a Grammy winner and touring bandmate of Steely Dan, and Scaggs, formerly of the Steve Miller Band, team up for a night of hits. They’re gonna be “Takin’ It to the Streets”! Visit [ticketmaster.com] or call (800) 745-3000. Waikiki Shell. Wed 3/17, (7pm) $30–$125. 545-4000

Nas (See City Wise.) Visit [honoluluboxoffice.com] or call 550-8457. The Waterfront, Aloha Tower Marketplace: Fri 3/19, (7pm) $45 general; $120 VIP. 21+.

Once-A-Month PUNK! Punk out with five bands for five bucks. This month: Haoles, Smitz, Substitoots, Dicks of Doom and Warsaw. Plus skate videos and prize giveaways. Waikiki Sandbox, 2260 Kuhio Ave.: Sat 3/20, (10pm-4am) $5. 923-8848

Paul Rodriguez (See Hot Picks.) [groovetickets.com], (877) 71-GROOVE. Pipeline Cafe, 805 Pohukaina St.: Mon 3/22, (8pm) $35–$55.

Rebelution You read the band name right. With opener Ooklah the Moc. [groovetickets.com], (877) 71-GROOVE. Pipeline Cafe, 805 Pohukaina St.: Thu 3/18, (9pm) $20 advance. All ages; minors must be accompanied by adults.

Showdown in Chinatown If you read this 48 hours before the event, you’ve got time to participate in the film challenge. Visit [showdowninchinatown.com] for rules. For the rest of you, view the top 12 entries while imbibing on Saturday night. Nextdoor, 43 N. Hotel St.: Sat 3/20, (8pm) $10.

Sunday Afternoon Tea Dance: Spring Ball Join the Friends of Heeia State Park for tea (and tea time pupu), dancing and music. Elegant dress recommended. Heeia State Park, 46-465 Kamehameha Hwy., Kaneohe: Sun 3/21, (1pm lessons; dancing and tea 2–5pm) $5 donation. 247-3156

The 808 Scene Zine Bailout and Birthday Bash The808wonderland presents Sex Puppets, Hauna Ahi, Kings of Spade and Family Dinner in an effort to help The 808 Scene Zine get back into print. In one of the alleged last shows at Anna’s. [email: the808wonderland]. Anna Bannana’s, 2440 S. Beretania St.: Sat 3/20, (9pm) $5–$7 suggested donation. 18+.

Tig Notaro Comedian Notaro’s most famous role to this date may be a lesbian police officer on The Sarah Silverman Program. Visit [ticketmaster.com] or call (800) 745-3000. Pipeline Cafe, 805 Pohukaina St.: Wed 3/17, (8pm) $20 general; $20 VIP.

UB40’s Ali Campbell (See Hot Picks.) Make yourself feel so fine. The Waterfront, Aloha Tower: Sun 3/21, (8pm) $35–$60. 21+. [waterfrontaloha.com]

‘Ukulele Jazz with Benny Chong and Byron Yasui Two living ‘ukulele jazz legends duo and dual. Visit [hawaii.edu] Orvis Auditorium, UH-Manoa: Sat 3/20, (7:30pm) $12 general; $8 student/senior. 944-2697

Upcoming

Anjelah Johnson The bombshell comedian gives Oahu double trouble. Visit [groovetickets.com] or call (877) 71-GROOVE. Pipeline Cafe, 805 Pohukaina St.: Fri 3/26 & Sat 3/27, (8pm) $20.

David Spade Help the mousy and deadpan SNL veteran get back to his fighting weight of 98 pounds. [ticketmaster.com], (800) 745-3000. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave.: Thu 4/29. $35–$55. All ages.

Domenic Marte He’s the hottest Latin sensation! You can see him, even “Con Los Ojos Cerrados.” [groovetickets.com], (877) 71-GROOVE. Pipeline Cafe, 805 Pohukaina St.: Fri 3/26, (10pm) $25; $20 military/student; $30 door; $50 VIP (meet & greet and buffet); $60 VIP door. 18+.

Evidence of Dilated Peoples The emcee/producer of the popular underground hip-hop group puts on a show to promote his latest release, Cats & Dogs. Copywrite, Creed Chameleon, T-QRON, Jik and JoeKerr open. Nextdoor, 43 N. Hotel St.: Sat 3/27, (8pm–2am) $15 presale at at [presaleticketsonline.com]; $20 door. 21+.

Julian McCullough This NYC-based comedian will want to sleep at your house. Maybe you can just go to his show instead. [groovetickets.com], (877) 71-GROOVE. Pipeline Cafe, 805 Pohukaina St.: Wed 4/7, (8pm) $20 general; $40 VIP. All ages.

Julio Iglesias It’ll be a “Starry Night,” but not Van Gogh style. So keep your ears attached to your head in order to hear the head of the Iglesias clan croon over Honolulu. Visit [ticketmaster.com] or call (800) 745-3000. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave.: Rescheduled to Tue 4/20, (7:30pm) $55–$125. 591-2211

Sammy Hagar and The Wabos “The Red Rocker” will unleash his musical unlawful carnal knowledge on us. Maui show on 4/9. [groovetickets.com], (877) 71-GROOVE. Pipeline Cafe, 805 Pohukaina St.: Sat 4/17, (7pm) $47 general; $90 VIP. Minors must be accompanied by adult. 589-1999

Tom Rhodes A ’90s Comedy Central spokeman, Rhodes’ white trash adventure is still chugging along. Visit [groovetickets.com] or call (877) 71-GROOVE. Pipeline Cafe, 805 Pohukaina St.: Wed 3/31, (8pm) $20 general; $40 VIP. All ages. 589-1999