Arts and Galleries

photograph by John schweikert

Nick Cave: Feat.

Nick Cave’s Feat. addresses social justice and civic responsibility through captivating works that include everything from video to sculpture to “Soundsuits,” which are as thought-provoking as they are stunning. Through June 24. Tickets $7-12. The Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, 615-244-3340, fristcenter.org.

The King and I

The winner of four 2015 Tony Awards, this revived Broadway show follows the complicated relationship between Anna and the king as the two navigate both conflict and love. Through Feb. 4. Tickets $25-90. TPAC Andrew Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., 615-782-4040, tpac.org.

The Snowy Day

Utilizing both live action and shadow puppets, The Snowy Day relishes in the simple pleasures of childhood by following the hilarious snow-day adventure of Peter and his friends. Through Feb. 11. Tickets $15-20. The Martin Center, 25 Middleton St., 615- 252-4675, nashvillechildrenstheatre.org.

Truth or Dare: A Reality Show

Juxtaposing imagery and materials, Truth or Dare challenges the viewer to look — and then look again — as each piece is not exactly as it seems. Through Feb. 28. Gratis. 21c Museum Hotel, 221 Second Ave. N., 615-610-6400, 21cmuseumhotels.com/nashville.

Smart People

Dynamics involving race and romance merge for a poignant look at how conversations on race can suddenly take a turn for the worse — even among four socially aware, Harvardeducated intellectuals. Feb. 8-24. Tickets $25-52.50. TPAC Andrew Johnson Theater, 505 Deaderick St., 615-782-4040, nashvillerep.org.

Attitude: Light / The Holocaust & Humanity Project

Continuing the Nashville Ballet’s Attitude series — and further pushing boundaries — this piece centers around the story of Holocaust survivor Naomi Warren and addresses human strength and resiliency through music and dance. Feb. 9-11. Tickets $28-70. TPAC James K. Polk Theater, 505 Deaderick St., 615-782-4040, nashvilleballet.com.

The Pigeoning

Cleanliness and order are of paramount importance to Frank, the lead puppet in this dark comedy set in 1980s New York City, which explores obsessive compulsion and our relationships to the animals that live around us. Feb. 16- 17. Tickets $25-40. Oz Arts Nashville, 6172 Cockrill Bend Circle, 615-350- 7200, ozartsnashville.org.

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Cabaret

Step into the Kit Kat Club with emcee Sally Bowles where Berliners seek refuge from the chaos of pre-World War II Germany with hits such as “Cabaret” and “Willkommen.” Feb. 27-March 4. Tickets $22-72. TPAC Andrew Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., 615-782-4040, tpac.org.