Honolulu Weekly

Concerts & Clubs

Augie T. Comedy Crusade Get some laughs in a traditionally stuffy neighborhood. Call 391-5673. Makaha Resort & Golf Club: Sat 11/7, (7pm doors) $10; $15 door. 941-8553

Ball Dance Presented by the Hawaii Ballroom dance Association. Ala Wai Golf Course Palladium, 404 Kapahulu: First Saturdays; 11/7, (6:30pm) $5. 838-0900

Blazing Saddles The GLBT Western dance club meets weekly. Get your gay lessons on. Visit [www.blazingsaddleshi.org]. Ala Wai Golf Course Ballroom, 404 Kapahulu Ave.: Tuesdays, (6:30–9:30pm) Free.

David Sedaris (See Hot Picks.) [ticketmaster.com], (800) 745-3000. Blaisdell Arena, 777 Ward Ave.: Fri 11/6, (8pm) $30–$65.

Downetowne The monthly party for women who love women. This month’s theme is “Carnival.” Giinko Marischino performs, DJs Ezl and KSM spin, go-gos Tia and Mochi go and go. Visit [downetowne.com]. Bar 35, 35 N. Hotel St.: First Saturdays; 11/7, (9pm–2am) $10; $8 in theme dress. 21+. 573-3535

Engineers Without Borders Fundraiser The student group out of UH-Manoa gets DJs Rude Dog and Judah to spin while you enjoy specials on drinks, food and help raise funds for a bridge in Nicaragua. Call 383-3190 for tickets. Pipeline Cafe, 805 Pohukaina St.: Sat 11/7, (9am–2am) $10 presale; $15 door. 589-1999

Hawaiian House Party (See Music.) Visit [808shows.com] for location. Sat 11/7, (6–9pm) $3 donation. All ages. BYOB 21+.

John Rowles “The Legend Returns.” That’s really what the concert tour is called. The kiwi entertainment rock ’n‘ roll dude performs in the Islands for the first time in over 20 years. There are probably still some ladies waiting for him. Hawaii Theatre, 1130 Bethel St.: Sun 11/8, (7:30pm) [hawaiitheatre.com], 528-0506

Lea Salonga The petite, iron-lunged Pinay soprano made her Broadway debut in Miss Saigon. She probably hasn’t aged a day since then. [ticketmaster.com], (800) 745-3000. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave.: Tue 11/10, (7:30pm) $39–$125.

Live from the Lawn This month, enjoy “World Beat,” featuring music of Japan, Africa, the Middle East, Caribbean and Pacific exotica. Figure out how to dance to all those sounds. Hawaii State Art Museum, 250 S. Hotel St.: First Fridays; 11/6, (6–9pm) 586-0900

Mana Maoli Collective Fundraiser The Pasifika Festival is slated for 2010, but enjoy the musical stylings of Paula Fuga, members of Natural Vibes, Sudden Rush and other local stars. Support an alliance of charter schools 295-MANA. Boardriders Bar & Grill. Sun 11/8, (8pm–12am) $10 before 10pm; $15 after.

Men of Heat Male Revue (See Hot Picks.) Visit [rudeboyriddimzent.com]. Black Diamond, 2255 Kuhio Ave.: Sat 11/7, (9pm) $15 door; $30 VIP.

Na Palapalai A 15th anniversary concert, celebrating the release of the new album, Nanea. Hawaii Theatre, 1130 Bethel St.: Thu 11/5, (7pm) $25–$35 general; $125 VIP. [hawaiitheatre.com], 528-0506

Operation Life: A Relief Fund for Victims of the Pacific (See Hot Picks.) Visit [honoluluboxoffice.com] or call 550-8457. Word of Life Christian Center, 544 Queen Street.: Sat 11/7, (5pm–9pm)

St. Damien Benefit Show Frank De Lima headlines a show to benefit the school whose namesake is hot news right now. Call 542-1664. Pagoda Hotel & Restaurant, 1525 Rycroft St.: Sun 11/8, (5–10pm) $40–$50 individual; $500 table; $30 Damien young alums. 841-0196

Yasuko Hayakawa Visiting jazz pianist performs notable musical selections, accompanied by respected local jazz artists. Atherton Performing Arts Studio, Hawaii Public Radio, 738 Kaheka St.: Sat 11/7, (7:30pm) $25 general; $20 HPR members; $15 students with ID. 955-8821

Upcoming

!!! Even if you can’t pronounce the name of the band (it’s “chk chk chk,” by the way), you can still shuffle to the dance rock beats. Visit [bampproject.com]. Loft, 115 N. Hotel St.: Tue 11/17, (9pm) $25. 18+. [email: 808loftpromotions]

Bruce Villanch The former Hollywood Squares head writer has also made the Chicago Tribune and Bette Midler funnier. Who knows how the eyewear and T-shirt designer will make you laugh this time? [groovetickets.com], 877-71-GROOVE. Pipeline Cafe, 805 Pohukaina St.: Wed 11/11, (8pm) $20 general; $40 VIP.

Dane Cook The Waiting star well-known for his pervy character has risen to the top of the Billboard charts–a feat rarely accomplished by a comedian. Visit [livenation.com]. Blaisdell Arena, 777 Ward Ave.: Sat 11/28, (8pm) $30–$100 general; $250 VIP. 591-2211

The English Beat The ska revivalist band, formed in Birmingham, England in 1978, revives itself with this 2009 tour. Visit [groovetickets.com] or call (877) 71-GROOVE. Pipeline Cafe, 805 Pohukaina St.: Sat 12/5, (7:30pm doors) $34 general; $65 VIP. All ages if accompanied by adult. 589-1999

The Fray Um…are you in over your head? Panic! At the Disco opens with an acoustic set. Maui rockers The Throwdowns open before the opener. Get your tickets for this odd mix of music at [ticketmaster.com] or call (800) 745-3000. Waikiki Shell. Sun 11/15, (6pm) $37–$55.50. Limited number of $20 lawn seats available.

Honolulu Symphony Pops: Beatles Abbey Road Maybe this will get your kids to like the symphony. That, or maybe they’ll tell you that they still prefer the Stones. Visit [ticketmaster.com] or call (800) 745-3000. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave.: Fri 11/13, (8pm) $20–$82. 591-2211

Jack Johnson Jack will be “en concert.” Enjoy screening of a Johnson documentary and a live acoustic performance. Proceeds benefit his Kokua Hawaii Foundation. Hawaii Theatre, 1130 Bethel St.: Fri 11/13 & Sat 11/14, (8pm) $50–$125. [hawaiitheatre.com], 528-0506

Likkle Mai The Japanese reggae star is the former lead singer of Dry & Heavy, and is another representation of the inexplicable fascination with Jamaica that the young Japanese have. Humble Soul and Rootikal Riddim open. Visit [groovetickets.com] or all (877) 71-GROOVE. Pipeline Cafe, 805 Pohukaina St.: Fri 11/13, (10pm) $20 presale; $25 door; $45 VIP. 589-1999

Loggins and Messina The hit duo from the ’70s is coming back. Albeit with a bit less hair. [ticketmaster.com], (800) 745-3000. Can’t catch this show? Visit [mauiarts.org] for info on the 11/14 Maui show. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave.: Sun 11/15, (7:30pm) $45–$75 general; $125 VIP.

Richard Thompson The Grammy-nominated guitarist has been humble about his ability for his entire career. Catch this quietly famous performance.Tickets at [eTicketHawaii.com]. Maui performance on Fri 11/20 (visit [mauiarts.org]). Paliku Theatre, Windward Community College: Sat 11/21, (7:30pm) $35. 235-7433

Triopolis A tribute to the great jazzy piano and guitar pairings. Think Nat Cole and Oscar Moore. Atherton Performing Arts Studio, Hawaii Public Radio, 738 Kaheka St.: Sat 11/14, (7:30pm) $25 general; $20 HPR members; $15 students with ID. 955-8821

Whitney Cummings The name isn’t what you think it is. This lady is a comedian, not a different kind of celebrity. Visit [groovetickets.com] or call (877) 71-GROOVE. Pipeline Cafe, 805 Pohukaina St.: Wed 11/18, (8pm) $20 general; $40 VIP. 589-1999