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ason Leonard is passionate about learning. Beyond the complexity that learning entails, Jason wants to delve even further into it; he wants to study the motivation behind it. Jason believes our current extrinsic system isn’t necessarily the best way to go. He doesn’t like the gameification of giving a gold star for every bit of turned in homework. “When you stop giving people those rewards, then they can become very frustrated and start avoiding that task altogether, so it’d be really cool to come up with an intrinsic system where they actually enjoy learning in and of itself,” he said. The Missoula man is contemplating graduate school for a mix a cognitive experimental psychology and neuropsychology so he can study different kinds of motivation and potentially what the neuro structures of those are.

In the meantime, Jason loves his job working for the EdReady Montana project, a free math supplement tool that is part of the Montana Digital Academy. Due to an ambassador program, the project now has the highest state enrollment in the country. He coordinates the ambassador travel along with reports every week and he takes on projects they want to experiment with in the office, streamlining the processes. Tyler Wilson is a Missoula-based photographer whose work is often featured in Corridor. His #NoFilter project debuted in January 2015 and features portraits and mini, unfiltered stories by Krista Ness of people from across Missoula. To view more of Wilson’s work, visit CorridorMag.com.

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harlene Campbell has built her school, Rocky Mountain Ballet Theatre, into a program that takes Montana dancers and Montana culture to far-flung locales like China and Vienna. This month, that work will pay off in the form of the Vienna International Ballet Experience’s first United States competition. Now, worldclass dancers and experts will come experience Montana first-hand, and Montana residents have the rare chance to see dance of all style right here in Missoula. Campbell believes that an early introduction to arts and travel can broaden young people’s sense of the world and what they can do. As proof, there are two Montana dancers coming home with prestigous resumes in hand. For this issue’s cover story, we spoke with one of those dancers. Patric Palkens grew up in Lewistown, where his mother owned a dance studio primarily focused on jazz, hip-hop and tap. When the high school athlete was introduced to ballet, he saw it as a challenge, one that he pursued in studies out of state. His work has paid off with a job as a principal dancer with the Cincinnati Ballet. Elsewhere in this issue, we take a look at one of the highlights of the annual theater calendar: The Montana Repertory Theatre’s annual touring production. Each year, the professional company housed at the University of Montana picks a great American story to bring to states around the country with a cast of equity actors, non-equity

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actors and students. This year, the Rep is touring with Arthur Miller’s “All My Sons,” the playwright’s breakthrough script about family and our obligations to our country and each other. Other offerings in this month’s issue prove that January in Montana isn’t synonymous with arts doldrums. The Missoula Symphony Orchestra and the Top Hat Lounge are continuing their cabaret series, which places world-caliber classical performances in an intimate venue. The next performer in the series is Brooklyn Rider, a New York string quartet with a taste for eclectic repertoire, including contemporary composers like Philip Glass, jazz-affiliated artists like Bad Plus pianist Ethan Iverson or Vijay Iyer, plus classical heavy-hitters like Bartok. With events like these, plus the Missoula Art Museum’s annual Benefit Art Auction exhibition and the Montana Museum of Art and Culture’s Western art show, there’s more than enough reasons to get out and see world-class arts right here in Missoula.

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january 2016

montana

Flathead Lake International Cinemafest marks its fourth year in Polson

“Rising Voices,” a documentary about efforts to maintain the Lakota language, is one of the many films screening at the Flathead Lake International Cinemafest this year. Seen above, Tom Red Bird teaches at an immersion preschool in Fort Yates, North Dakota. Photo courtesy of Florentine Films/ Hott Productions and the Language Conservancy

he Flathead Lake International Cinemafest, or FLIC for short, is unspooling its fourth annual film festival during the weekend of Jan. 2224 at the Showboat Cinema on Main Street in Polson. Last year, FLIC was recognized as one of the top 15 winter film festivals in the United States by the Audience Awards. “We are honored to be counted among the top film festival in the nation,” responded David W. King, FLIC co-chair. “We’re excited to bring a diverse slate of independent films to this area for the fourth year in a row.” This year’s line-up is sure to please film lovers with a variety of tastes. The festival will be screening full-length features, shorts, animated films, and documentaries. True to its name, FLIC is once again offering a broad selection of international films from countries that include Australia, Canada, Spain, Korea, Germany, India, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and Japan. FLIC will officially kick off on Friday, Jan. 22, with an opening night party at 5 p.m. located at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. This year’s theme is “Cinema Royale – 00FLIC.” Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite James Bond attire, which can include dressing as their favorite Bond villain. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online at the FLIC website. Screenings begin immediately following the party at the Showboat Cinema. Then Saturday morning at 8:30 there will be a free family movie screening. (The film will be announced later.) This popular event has been a great hit the past two years and is sure to please all ages. Attendees are encouraged to show up in their pajamas and enjoy a free breakfast sponsored and served by the Polson Rotary Club. This event is free and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Advance tickets are not available. Many standout films have caught the eyes of FLIC judges this year,

including the Flathead Lakers-sponsored film, “Driven: A Glimpse Inside the World of Marathon Swimming.” It’s an exceptional documentary about marathon swimmers and their breathtaking challenges, trials, heartaches and accomplishments. Three disparate swimmers put everything on the line chasing a dream to swim up to 20 miles across the Santa Barbara Channel. Another judges’ favorite is the documentary, “Rising Voices,” which effectively warns of the imminent peril to the Lakota language, the culture shaped by that language, and the history that created that peril. Then there’s the delightful animated short, “Stretch,” which tells the heartfelt story of a small robot who desperately wants to venture off his desktop home to see the big, beautiful world. As with previous years, many screenings will include question-and-answer sessions with filmmakers. Stay tuned for more details as FLIC’s grand weekend in January draws nigh. On Saturday night, there will be an “After Hours Meet the Filmmakers” event in the evening beginning at 9 p.m. at the Vine and Tap. The festival closes on Sunday, Jan. 24, with a “Best Of” awards show, which will be held at Showboat Cinema. Approximately 20 awards will be handed out in various categories. Those with a passion for film can be involved in the festival by becoming a “supporting cast member” by donating between $30 and $249. Donations can be mailed to FLIC, P.O. Box 5, Polson, MT 59860. All-access passes can be purchased online at flicpolson.com. All films, times and events are subject to change. Additional information on the festival is available online at flicpolson.com and/or Facebook or email info@flicpolson.com. - Courtesy of David W. King, FLIC.

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montana

Whistling Andy Distillery of Bigfork is moving into five more states this year.

ince opening New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve, 2010, Whistling Andy Distillery in Bigfork has amassed multiple awards and earned high marks of praise from fine spirits publications. With multiple varieties of spirits now available in more than five states and several countries, Whistling Andy Distillery has been making and distributing from their facility for five years. The Bigfork-based distillery takes great pride in sourcing the ingredients locally for their hand-crafted spirits. Everything they craft is derived from real grains from local farmers with whom they have real, personal relationships. All components are hand-selected and handmade from start to finish with no shortcuts or automation. Their connection to the small village they operate out of and the surrounding land that provides them with their quality ingredients

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is a great source of pride for the folks who own and operate Whistling Andy. In their sixth year of operation, the company is continuing its expansion, moving into five more states and two new overseas markets. There will be new collaborations with Montana Coffee Traders to produce a coffee liquor, River City Brewing in Spokane for a special Hopshnop, which is a spirit distilled from beer and also a new spirit produced with Bonsai Brewing in Whitefish. There will be two â&#x20AC;&#x153;conventionalâ&#x20AC;? spirits released this spring; the spiced rum and a gluten-free Montana grain vodka. The vodka will feature a spectacular new label with artwork by local artist Shana Smith. The distillery owners host release parties for finished products, so follow them on Facebook or check their website, whistlingandy.com.

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by kristine komar

visit and performance by a professional dance company to the Bitterroot Valley is thrilling and an occasion to protect the date on your calendar. That it is a modern dance performance means a large star and bolding go with the entry for Jan. 10, when Parsons Dance comes to the Hamilton Performing Arts Center. Founded in 1985 by David Parsons, one of “modern dance’s great living dance makers” (New York Magazine), internationally renowned Parsons Dance has thrilled audiences across five continents with its uplifting family friendly performances featuring captivating collaborations with some of the greatest artists of our time. Parsons Dance comprises eight full-time dancers who are sexy, athletic and have exuberant personalities along with an amazing amount of training and experience. (See their bios and more about the company at parsondance.org.) The company maintains a repertory of over 80 works, 20 with commissioned scores, choreographed by David Parsons. The company’s style is a fusion of the gesture and movement that make up the modern dance vocabulary, and the discipline and precise execution expected from a classical company. As far as dance goes, I’m primarily a balletomane, yet living in Montana where dance performances on the calendar are thin, I have become equally eager to see modern dance. I’ve always felt that dance was the body’s nonaudible voice and I have never been disappointed at how human movement to music can transport and uplift me. And knowing a bit of what it takes for

a company to offer the art of dance in a consistent, high quality fashion, I am completely in awe of the accomplishments of Parsons Dance. Michael Crabb of the Toronto Star got a good hold on it, “It does not take long to see why Parsons and his company are one of the hottest tickets in contemporary American dance. First, they are all terrific performers, energized, eager to please and rehearsed within an inch of their lives. Second … Parsons provides choreography that’s consistently intelligent, witty, well-crafted, and humane.” The Parsons visit is part of the 2015-16 Bitterroot Performing Arts Series. Executive director Monica Grable reports that from time to time a season subscriber has mentioned that dance “just isn’t their thing.” Grable strongly encouraged them to attend and give dance another chance. At the end of the performance the once-reluctant patrons found her and asked for more dance on the calendar Grable said that the Performing Arts Series is committed to continuing to bring dance to the Hamilton stage in the future. In addition to the performance, a Parsons dancer will be leading a master class the next day. For more information, contact Grable at (406) 381-8580. Parsons Dance will perform at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 10, at the Hamilton Performing Arts Center at Hamilton High School, 327 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton. For tickets and series information, visit the Bitterroot Performing Arts Center website at bitterrootperformingarts.org.

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Ernst Peterson contest offers rich variety of contests, exhibits by Kristine Komar

he Ernst Peterson Exhibit and Contest, named for the renowned Bitterroot photographer, began as a way to help generate funds for conservation of the collection at the Ravalli County Museum. It’s grown in popularity and diversity over the years — it can almost now be described as an extravaganza. In addition to the exhibit of contest entries, the staff combs the Peterson Collections for new images to share with the public — this year Peterson’s work capturing winter activities will be featured. “Honestly, we are still learning about the collection and often make surprising discoveries about the techniques used by Mr. Peterson as well as the diversity of the subjects he was interested in capturing,” said Tamar Stanley, the museum’s executive director. “As we learn more about this phenomenal collection we are so pleased to be able to share it with the community, a little at a time, year by year. It is so wonderful to have such a complete record of life in the Bitterroot during Mr. Peterson’s career.” The contest offers categories for students (12 and younger or 13-18), amateurs and professionals. Photographs cans be black-and-white or color and there’s even a category for manipulation to include photographers who use digital techniques in their work. Most photos submitted are under the “Montana” category (including Yellowstone, Glacier, or the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness) but a “Beyond Montana” category is also offered. To create the opportunity for more than photographers to be part of the exhibition, the “(S)Now and Then“ element of the exhibit will gather winter memories from all who wish to share them. Submissions to “(S)Now and Then” are a creative endeavor and all art forms are welcome. The application suggests a poem, drawing or story, but also allows for other mediums to convey a favorite winter memory. Knowing the museum, they will be delighted with your creative responses. The Ravalli County Museum has gained a reputation for creating exhibits that appeal to all ages. Executive director Tamar Stanley often refers to this as “embellishing” exhibits. The outcome of “embellishment” is an unexpected appreciation on the part of the viewer for being presented with a variety of perspectives from which to view an exhibit as well as enjoying the experience of seeing how others taking in the exhibit approach the material presented. Accomplished with modest materials – required by a modest budget – the overall effect of the embellished exhibits delight and remind us that access to a comfortable learning environment helps us see the world from more than one perspective. The Ravalli County Museum stewards the Ernst Peterson Collection and Archives with over 22,000 prints, slides, negatives and positives. The Bitterroot photographer, (1912-1991) work was featured in National Geographic, Field & Stream, Sports Illustrated, Newsweek, Colliers, the Saturday Evening Post, and Country Gentleman in commercial and commissioned forms. Photo contest and exhibit dates: • Jan. 30: Photo contest submission deadline; “[S]Now and Then” exhibit submission deadline • February 11-April 14: Exhibit open for viewing • Award ceremony: March 3, 6 p.m. Visit the Ravalli County Museum at 205 Bedford St., Hamilton, or go to ravallimuseum.org.

january 2016

books

The Art of Memoir

by Mary Karr Mary Karr takes an instructive approach to the craft of personal nonfiction that feels nothing like a lecture hall and everything like an exclusive conversation. With her sharp analysis and trademark irreverence, Karr offers flexible advice for anyone seeking a voice for their story. After reading this, you’ll understand why she’s considered “the Queen of Memoir.” [Writing/criticism; Harper Collins, September 2015, $24.99, hardcover]

Fireside Stories: Tales For A Winter’s Eve

by Caitlin Matthews and Helen Cann This is a collection that celebrates the dark, winter months with gorgeous, detailed watercolor illustrations. Matthews has chosen 12 tales that are sure to enliven dull winter senses, representing rich oral storytelling traditions from across the world. Promote cultural understanding and tuck in a geography lesson! Bonus points if you read these by the hearth. [Juvenile fiction/folklore; Barefoot Books, October 2015, $19.99, hardcover]

Trashed

by Derf Backderf Backderf’s graphic depiction of men working in municipal trash collection, interspersed with facts and commentary about U.S. trash production and disposal, is just the treatment the subject asks for. It’s all terribly gross and borderline unbearable, but as the horrific scenes pile up you find yourself laughing, and the book works an odd, sadistic charm. [Graphic novel; Abrams, November 2015, $18.95, paperback]

Never Sleep Alone

By Shakespeare and Company’s Kim Hutcheson and Garth Whitson

by Dr. Alex Schiller Romantic life needs help? This book will tell you everything you must do to turn things around. But you must read it carefully and put its principles into practice. Trust Dr. Alex. She knows her stuff, and expresses it beautifully, succinctly, directly. This book transcends its genre. A manual for living. Read it before it’s too late. [Nonfiction; Gallery Books, February 2015, $14.99, paperback]

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Mission Valley Live Presents

Vince and Mindi

Vince and Mindi are a musical duet performing Western and American Roots Music. They draw from swing, cowboy, bluegrass and old time with some original material. January 13 at Ronan Performing Arts Center Questions? email missionvalleylive@gmail.com or call 887-2739. Tickets may be purchased at R&R Healthcare Solutions, Ronan True Value, First Interstate Bank, or The Vine & Tap

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Events Calendar January

January 1 - Annual Polar Bear Plunge at 2 p.m. at The Raven, Woods Bay, Bigfork, MT January 13 - Bob Starkel Karaoke at Finley Point Grill 6 p.m., MM6 Polson January 13 - Vince and Mindi at Ronan Performing Arts Center; missionvalleylive@gmail.com or 887-2739 January 21 - Open Mic at Lake Bar 8 p.m., Hwy 93 (across Lake City Bakery) Polson, MT January 22 - 24 - Flathead Lake International Cinemafest, Polson, MT www.flicpolson.com January 26 - Bob Starkel Karaoke at Eastshore Smokehouse 6 p.m., Hwy 35 Polson

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january 2016 MONTANA REP

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Annual Benefit Gala January Januar 22 MONTANA THEATRE MONT F R I DAY

6:30 PM | No-host cocktails 7:30 PM | Arthur Miller’s ALL MY SONS 9:30 PM | Desserts and champagne 9:30-11:00 PM | A dance party featuring the JOHAN ERIKSSON QuINTET TickETs: $50 per person

Please reserve your place at this limited and exclusive event by January 15. Call us at 243-2891 for reservations and more information. lEARN MORE AT:

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In Memory

This year’s Golden Halo Award and Gala Celebration will be dedicated to the memory of Don and Pat Simmons, who gave so much to this community. Don and Pat’s lives were a reflection of all that is finest in the American character, and we are pleased to honor them as we present another great American classic.

Thank you for your support! MONTANA REP is funded in part by grants from the Montana Arts Council (an agency of state government),The Dramatists guild, and The Shubert Foundation, with support from the Montana State Legislature, the university of Montana, the Montana Cultural Trust, NorthWestern Energy, Dr. Cathy Capps, Dr. Sandy Sheppard, Jay Kettering & gwen McKenna, and Jean Morrison.

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Our national

tour begins in Missoula:

EvENINgS / 7:30 PM

January 23, 28-30 February 4, 6 MATINEE / 2:00 PM

January 30 Other dates in Montana: Plains / January 25 Bozeman / January 26 Helena / January 27 Butte / February 1 lewistown / February 8 Billings / February 9

since our inaugural

season in 1968, we’ve become one of the premiere touring companies in the nation!

National Tours: Telling the great stories of our world to enlighten, develop, and celebrate the human spirit in an ever-expanding community. Educational Outreach Tours: Presenting plays, workshops, and post-performance talkbacks for student and community audiences. lEARN MORE AT:

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stage

Montana Repertory Theatre to bring playwright’s early breakthrough, ‘All My Sons,’ on the road

january 2016

ere Lee Hodgin first saw Arthur Miller’s “All My Sons” not long after the Vietnam War. He saw it again eight years ago when John Lithgow starred in a Broadway production. Now he’s directing the Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2016 touring production. “It’s been revived at various times when we’ve been involved in some sort of conflict,” Hodgin said. With its themes of World War II profiteering and personal responsibility, the 1947 script still resonates: Hodgin pointed to scandals involving inadequate equipment and vehicles that resulted in the deaths of troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. However, the play doesn’t occur during the war: It takes place after, when average citizens were left considering their parts. “It’s really about honesty and responsibility to society – responsibility to forces greater than your own self and your own comfort,” he said. He likes to paraphrase critics’ frequent interpretations of the great American playwright’s first breakout script: The meaning is greater than just the theme. In that unnamed city, a successful manufacturer named Joe Keller (Mike Boland) and his wife Kate (Laurien Dawn) are visited by their son Chris (Colton Swibold). He intends to ask Ann Deever (Meg Kiley Smith) to marry him. Ann, however, was engaged to the other Keller son, Larry, who went missing in World War II. Complicating matters further, Ann’s father is Steve Deever, who was imprisoned for profiteering during World War II. As Joe’s business partner, they manufactured airplane parts that were defective and caused deaths. Joe was acquitted and remains wealthy from the business and intends to pass it on to his sons. However, the suspicion that he was also guilty in the scandal lingers throughout the community. Hodgin said Joe in many ways embodies the American dream: a self-made man and pillar of the community. The entire play, in fact, is set in Joe’s backyard. (The Rep set aims for abstracted realism, Hodgin said, “borrowing on the imagery that a man’s home is his castle and people have to come into Joe’s backyard.”) He said Miller’s script is streamlined: no visits to other set-pieces, no comedic side trips (although there is humor), and no superfluous characters. It takes place over the course of a single day, modeled after Greek tragedies, he said. The dialogue, too, is pointed. “In some ways I hear the sharpness of machines. His language in this play is not as florid as it is in ‘Death of a Salesman’ but it’s definitely not the kind of thing that Tennessee Williams was writing as a contemporary,” he said. Greg Johnson, the Montana Rep’s artistic director, believes the script captures early Miller’s “unbelievable energy and passion.” Before its debut, he vowed to give up theater if it failed. “This is Miller going ‘This is who I am, this is what I do,’ “ he said. Johnson selected the script as part of the Rep’s mission of telling great American stories – with an emphasis on quality storytelling, acting and sets over experimental gambits. This year’s production differs markedly in style from last year’s “Great Gatsby,” which had a glamorous production to match its gilded-age themes. “All My Sons” has less name recognition than Miller works like “Death of a Salesman” and will go on a shorter tour of about 20 dates in Montana and out of state. The Rep has cast three equity actors from New York, all newcomers to the Rep, plus a young group of non-equity and student actors from Montana, many with Rep touring experience. Next year, they’ll take Neil Simon’s comedic play “Barefoot in the Park” on the road for an expected three- to fourmonth tour. “We like to strike a balance and it’s the tours like ‘Gatsby’ or ‘Barefoot’ that allow us financially to do a tour that doesn’t sell as well. Not every other year, but maybe every third year and still keep that mission alive – to really examine interesting plays about the American character,” he said.

GALA and TOUR The Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2016 touring production of Arthur Miller’s “All My Sons” stars two young actors and veterans of previous Rep plays, Sam Williamson, left, and Mason Wagner, right. photo by terry cyr.

The Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2016 tour of “All of My Sons” is kicking off this month in Missoula. First up is the opening night gala on Friday, Jan. 22, at the Montana Theatre in the University of Montana’s PAR/TV Center. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. with no-host cocktails. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. Following the performance, there will be dessert, champagne and dancing. Note that there is no dinner this year. Call (406) 243-6809 or go to montanarep.org for tickets or more information. After the opener, the following dates are in our area:

Saturday, Jan. 23: Missoula, Montana Theatre, UM. Monday, Jan. 25: Plains; Plains High School Gym. Thursday-Saturday, Jan. 28-30: Missoula, Montana Theatre, UM. Monday, Feb. 1: Butte, Mother Lode Theatre. Thursday, Feb. 4: Missoula, Montana Theatre, UM. Saturday, Feb. 6: Missoula Montana Theatre, UM.

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MMAC spotlights its collection of western art

By Lucy Beighle

Joseph Henry Sharp (1859-1953), “From the Corner of the Pueblo Studio,” n.d., Oil on canvas, gift of Fra Dana

he Montana Museum of Art and Culture begins the new year with a new exhibit, and “Glorious Vista: Art of the American West from the Permanent Collection” opens on Thursday, Jan. 7. The exhibit features 60 pieces of Western art, and explores the geography and people of the Rocky Mountain West during the 19th and 20th centuries. Sixty landscapes and historical depictions of Native peoples will be on view. The six-week show includes pieces by Edgar Paxson, Joseph Henry Sharp, Ralph Earl DeCamp, and prints, paintings and sculptures of cowboys and Native Americans by Charles M. Russell, Ace Powell, Julius Seyler, Nancy McLaughlin and George Catlin, among others. The exhibition will feature paintings of vistas from Glacier National Park to the Pueblos of New Mexico, and diverse media including oil paintings, photography, watercolors, lithographs and cast bronzes, many of which have never been publicly viewed. “The landscapes of the American West have excited artists for centuries,” said Cheryl Leibold, curator of the exhibition. “It was rewarding to select the works from the permanent collection and in the process examine how artists depict the history of the West with widely different perspectives. From documenting Native American tribal identities to rallying support behind

conservation and the National Parks movement, this exhibition shows how art in the West evolved to create a regional aesthetic that remains influential today,” she said. In the mid-19th century, artists like George Catlin and John Mix Stanley journeyed to the West to record its landscape and Native cultures. Leibold said the resulting works aroused the interest of East Coast audiences, inspiring subsequent romantic painters whose large-scale canvases “embellished and partially invented the western landscape.” MMAC will also be hosting complementary events. On Thursday, Feb. 4 at 5:30 p.m., MMAC Interim Curator of Art Jeremy Canwell will present a tour of the exhibition. And on Tuesday, Feb. 16, at 7 p.m. Michael Duchemin, executive director of the C.M. Russell Museum in Great Falls will present the lecture, “Nature and Culture in the Northern Rocky Mountains.” Public docent tours will take place at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 21, and Thursday, Feb. 18. MMAC academic-year gallery hours are noon to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday. The museum is open to the public with a suggested $5 donation. For more information call (406) 243-2019 or visit umt.edu/montanamuseum.

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MAM gears up for annual benefit auction

he Missoula Art Museum’s 44th Benefit Art Auction and Exhibition features exemplary contemporary art by Montana-based and nationally known artists. MAM is thrilled to return to the University Center Ballroom at the University of Montana for a festive night of fun and support for the arts on Feb. 6. Think outside the box and dress to the nines for this year’s theme, “Out of the Box.” Featured artists include seasoned veterans as well as some new names to the auction roster. Auction volunteer Libby Addington spoke with Leslie Van Stavern Millar II about her encaustic painting Sweetbriar Plantation Artifacts, which is featured in this year’s auction: Addington: Tell us about this piece, what inspired it? Millar: It’s from a series created for a Cabinet of Curiosities solo show I had at Sweet Briar College in 2014. One year I discovered this unassuming little building on campus — a museum left over from the early part of the school’s history… in the process of dismantling all these displays. I spoke with the curator and learned of the school’s plans to archive the items and replace them with more modern pieces. I convinced them to pause the archiving work long enough to allow me to take photographs of the objects I had so admired over the years.

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Addington: Tell us about the specific artifacts we see in the image. LSVM: Sweet Briar was founded in the early 1900s by Indiana Fletcher Williams, whose family owned an 8,000-acre estate and working plantation in Virginia during the Civil War era. Indiana married a northerner and had one child, a daughter named Daisy who died from a rare genetic disorder at the age of 16. Indiana’s husband passed a few years later and she went on to bequest her family’s land and estate — despite objections from family members — to found a school in Daisy’s memory. The Fletcher family artifacts formed the contents of the displays and my painting, things like Daisy’s doll, a teacup, a fan, a china set from when the family attended the World’s Fair. I feel so lucky to have had an opportunity to focus on the Sweet Briar history in an innovative, intimate way. I love the idea that, over 100 years later, I can connect with the story and retell it visually. The exhibition will be on view at the MAM from Jan. 8 through Feb. 3. A First Friday reception is on tap for Jan. 8 from 5-8 p.m. The auction is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 6, at 5 p.m. To purchase tickets or check your membership status, contact Alison Dillon at Alison@missoulaartmuseum.org or (406) 728-0447. Courtesy of MAM.

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N.Y. string quartet to bring diverse repertoire to Top Hat, MSO’s cabaret concert series

By Lucy Beighle

he Missoula Symphony Orchestra’s second cabaret concert of the season takes place on Sunday, Jan. 17, in the intimate setting of the Top Hat Lounge. Brooklyn Rider, a “genre defying” string quartet, is described by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette as such: “four classical musicians performing with the energy of young rock stars jamming on their guitars, a Beethoven-goes-indie foray into making classical music accessible but also celebrating why it was good in the first place.” Another reviewer for Time Out New York wrote, “Through visionary programming and global collaborations, Brooklyn Rider’s down-to-earth demeanor … demystifies contemporary classical music and invites everyone into the tent.” Brooklyn Rider is known for their wildly eclectic and adventurous repertoire and gripping performance style, which results in attracting an eclectic fan base, from classical to rock to world music. A glance at a handful of their YouTube videos shows gypsy music, highly energetic performances, and an engagement by the audience more typical of a rock concert than classical musicians. They draw in the audience, and keep them there.

For those unfamiliar with the symphony’s cabaret concerts, you’re in for a treat. In partnership with Top Hat owners Robin and Nick Checota, the MSO offers a series of three cabaret concerts, Brooklyn Rider being the second. “These shows have been incredibly successful,” says MSO executive director John Driscoll. “We bring in some of the best chamber ensembles in the world, and the audience gets to experience them in an intimate setting — it’s really like nothing we’ve done before, and the feedback has been tremendous.” Guests also have the option of dinner on site beforehand, and drinks are served throughout the evening. Next in the Cabaret Series is Katherine Chi, who will also be in town as the guest solo pianist for the MSO’s season finale concert, “Pictures of Power.” Chi is known for her intense and daring performances, marvelous expression and keen wit — a perfect combination for an intimate cabaret show. Chi will be joined on stage at the Top Hat by some of the top stars of MSO on April 19. The Cabaret Series is in addition to the MSO’s regular season of five pairs of concerts, plus the Symphony in the Park, the Chorale Concert and the Family Concert, which takes place on Jan. 29. For tickets and more information on the Cabaret Series or any of the MSO Concerts, go to missoulasymphony.org.

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elcome to the January edition of the Dark Side. May the force be with you... As you can see, I had the pleasure of joining the holiday throng at the movie theater and seeing the much-anticipated “Star Wars Episode VII.” Finally, a blockbuster worthy of the hype! I was so excited after the film that I was inspired to analyze what went so right, and why the first time in a decade I am considering seeing a movie twice in the theater. Good actors? Check. Established director? Check. Awesome special effects? Of course. But so far, this list could apply to the latest 007 offering, “Spectre,” which frankly, seems like the front-runner for the worst movie of the decade. As with all drama, it is all about the words. The script makes all the difference. This new film works for the same reason the very first “Star Wars” was such a fantastic movie – it follows a classic hero’s journey tale. A transformation of a character from a nobody to a hero who saves the very existence of mankind. The most powerful archetype in storytelling: the essence of epics such as “The Odyssey,” “Lord of the Rings” and Harry Potter. In music, the best example is Wagner’s Ring, a 15-hour plus opera epic best known for the Ride of the Valkyries and other bombastic hits. Where do you think John Williams got (borrowed?) his musical ideas for “Star Wars”? Not without surprise, this archetype is central to the success of the MSO’s annual family concerts, which take place every January. For those not familiar with the show, it is a concert designed to introduce kids of all ages (and I mean all ages) to the instruments of the orchestra, as well as the fundamental building blocks of music such as melody, harmony and rhythm. The cool thing about it is that it is presented as a play, always in a distinct dramatic setting. Previous years have seen Inspector Pinot Noir in the Mystery on the Symphony Express, or Captain Dark-o-beard sailing the stormy musical seas in the Pirates of the Orchestra. The show is written by yours truly and good friend and colleague Creighton James, member of the UM voice faculty. We always begin our brainstorming by focusing on the hero archetype. One of us is typically in a mentor role, and the other the hero who grows and learns about the orchestra. We are looking to take the audience along on this journey of musical discovery, rife with drama and conflict. It makes for great opportunities to break the fourth wall and allow our guests to be a part of the action. Our goal is for everyone to discover the inner workings of what makes an orchestra tick, and be inspired to pick up an instrument and make some music. Creighton is especially good at injecting comic relief – that little “Simpsons” moment that the kids miss and crack up the adults. I fondly remember the very first show we wrote, a remarkably simple affair “Joe the Construction Guy Meets the Orchestra.” It was written one week before the concert, without costumes or props, hardly a script. Somehow, in introducing the percussion section, Creighton was inspired to insert a “more cowbell” joke. One adult in the balcony caught it and completely cracked up. It has been a labor of love ever since. This year we present our eighth show together, and since it is an Olympic year, we thought, how about a sports theme? The pageantry, the history, the artistry – Symphonic Olympics 2016 are here! The best musicians in the world descend on the sleepy mountain hamlet of Missoula, Montana, where you are never too far from a traffic circle or a barista with a master’s degree. Buckle up for a night of excitement, intense competition and bitter rivalry, where we will crown a new symphonic champion of the world. Will it be the defending gold-medalist, Dirk von Flugelhorn, the crowd favorite Jacquelyn le Peep, or the outsider, Calliope Kingston from the exotic island of Santa Marimba? Come and find out, ‘cause it’s not over until the last chord has sounded. Darko Butorac is in his ninth season as music director of the Missoula Symphony Orchestra. The MSO’s Family Concert, “Symphonic Olympics,” takes place on Friday, Jan. 29 at 7 p.m. at the Dennison Theatre. For tickets and more information go to missoulasymphony.org, call (406) 721-3194 or visit the office at 320 E. Main St. in Missoula.

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atric Palkens, who grew up in Lewistown, says the best part of his job as a professional ballet dancer is the travel. Palkens, 25, has danced in China and Vienna. He’s studied in Chile and Florida. One of his favorite memories from his career thus far was just last year, when he performed in Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina, with the Salzburg Ballet. His career takes him to far-flung places but not as often to stages in his home state. That will change this month when the Vienna International Ballet Experience holds its first-ever event in the United States, in Missoula. “I think it’s something that is really going to be helpful for the dance community in Montana,” Palkens said in a phone interview from Ohio, where he’s a principal with the Cincinnati Ballet. “It’s nice to see that something this big is going to be coming to our state.” The VIBE competition will bring more than 200 dancers of all styles from around the world to Missoula from Jan. 12 to 16, where they’ll perform in competitions for a jury of world-class dancers and experts. Organizers envision the week as a cultural festival, with the competitions augmented by a film series, educational performances in Missoula County Public Schools, a daylong seminar at the Mansfield Center at the University of Montana and more. The local host is the Rocky Mountain Ballet Theatre, founded and run by Charlene Campbell, who brings her students and dancers to Vienna. “They have never had a strong presence from the USA in the Viennese competition ... so they asked me if I would consider hosting an event in the USA as a premiere,” she said. She said she’s proud the competition saw her school and Missoula as a good fit for its first stateside foray. *** The dance competitions are open to professionals, students and amateurs in classical, contemporary and open categories. The latter is open to all forms of dance, including hiphop, tap, musical theater, traditional ethnic dance and more. The competitions, scheduled throughout the week, are open to the public and free of charge. “For many of the attendees, this is going to be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see this caliber of dance competition,” said Kathy Weber-Bates, a local VIBE organizer. Palkens, for instance, will compete against Cuban native Jorge Barani of the Paris Opera and South African dancer Andile Ndlovu of the Washington Ballet. “If you’re going to watch for one competition all the way through, this is probably going to be the most exciting,” Campbell said.

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Opposite: Patric Palkens, native of Lewistown, is now a principal with the Cincinnati Ballet. He’s seen here performing in its production of “Swan Lake.” Peter Mueller, courtesy of Cincinnati Ballet Above: Dandara Amorim Veiga, 18, traveled multiple days just to get a visa to come to Missoula from her home country of Brazil.

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roups like the Vancouver Dance Company and dancer Ming Yan Chui will spend a day performing in local schools, and the educational elements include readings at Fact & Fiction and a daylong conference, “The Role of Arts in Global Diplomacy,” with Abraham Kim and the Mansfield Center. “The whole point of this is democratizing dance,” Weber-Bates said. “I think when a lot of people think of ballet, they think of it as elite and exclusive and unattainable. But through this experience, we have competitors with some amazing stories of overcoming adversity and dance has been a way for them to get out of economic despair and political oppression.” Campbell noted that many of the visiting professionals’ life experiences speak to the broader importance of arts and culture. “They can talk (about) their lifetime in China during the Cultural Revolution or Russia during the Cold War and how the arts bridged the chasm where diplomacy failed,” she said. It’s a first-time event, so organizers can only speculate on the number of visitors it will bring. “We think that anywhere from a 1,000 to 2,000 people will come from out of town,” Weber-Bates said. Campbell believes that introducing children to the notion of arts and travel encourages them to think about the world outside of Missoula. Palkens’ career, for instance, took him far from his home in central Montana. His mother owns a small dance studio in Lewistown and he started lessons before kindergarten. She primarily taught jazz, hip-hop and tap, and he didn’t try ballet until age 16. He didn’t know anything about ballet, but the difficulty appealed to him. “It was harder than anything I’ve ever had to do,” said Palkens, who went on to study the form at the Queen City Ballet in Helena. “The more I learned, the more I realized it was the most challenging and therefore the most fun for me,” he said. He ran track and played basketball and tennis in high school, so the physicality appealed to him and he finds it as challenging today as ever. At 16, he studied at National Ballet Studio in Santiago, Chile, for six months’ worth of grueling nine- to 10-hour days. There, he had his first lead role in “Pinocchio.” He recalls a moment, on stage in a historic opera house with a frescoed ceiling and massive balconies, as the one that he fell in love with performing on stage.

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After graduating from high school, he moved to Florida to attend the Orlando Ballet’s second company program, a pre-professional company. After three years, he’d earned a spot as a principal dancer. He moved to Cincinnati in 2011 to perform with the Cincinnati Ballet. For a 2013 production of “Romeo and Juliet,” he was third on the cast list for the part of Romeo. He was there to learn the part, but he didn’t expect he’d have the chance perform. Several weeks before the premiere, the second-cast Romeo developed a stress fracture that needed surgery. Palkens was called up and earned strong reviews for his performance. He’s periodically worked with the Rocky Mountain Ballet Theatre, including a trip to China. He and the other dancers in Missoula will be judged by an all-star jury, among them Maria Sascha Khan. It’s a homecoming for her as well - dance took her from her childhood home a log cabin in Pray to the Ekaterinburg Opera and Ballet Theatre in Russia, where she’s a dancer of the highest rank. The Vienna International Ballet Experience is scheduled for Monday through Saturday, Jan. 11 to 16 at venues throughout Missoula. Most events are free and open to the public, except for the ticketed finale at the Wilma Theatre on Saturday, Jan. 16, from 1 to 5 p.m. Check thewilma.com for prices and availability. For a complete schedule, go to destinationmissoula.org/vibe, or check the Missoula events calendar in this issue of Corridor.

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Blackalicious stay strong with ‘Imani’

by CORY WALSH

wenty years have passed since the Bay Area hip-hop duo Blackalicious released “Melodica,” a quirky EP that caught ears for then-unknown rapper Gift of Gab’s virtuosic rhyme schemes and producer Chief Xcel’s warm, funk-based beats. September saw the release of “Imani, Vol. 1,” only the fourth fulllength the two have produced together in the intervening decades. By this stage in their careers, they’ve committed themselves to vital-sounding refinements of their style in lieu of any left turns. After all, the two hit an early-career high with 2002’s “Blazing Arrow,” a statement of purpose musically and philosophically that’s set the tone for their work since. On “Imani,” a Swahili word for “faith,” Gab continues using his technically mind-boggling rhyme styles to impart a worldview that’s irrepressibly and refreshingly optimistic. “Twist of Time” is a wistful number on par with “Arrow’s” “Make You Feel That Way,” and “Inspired By” pays homage to his heroes, musical and nonmusical; “The Hourglass” contemplates aging and change in a frank but hopeful manner, with a verse that counts down the hours while wondering whether they were put to good use. Chief Xcel finds fresh corners on the production style that he perfected on “Arrow,” expanding from a base of samples into live instrumentation. He continues that sound on “Imani,” with an emphasis on bright major-key funk augmented with treasured finds from a musical anthropologist: gregarious ‘70s and ‘80s synthesizer lines, rolling marimba samples, chopped-up distorted

guitar and bass lines, Mellotron-like string parts, and soul piano sounds. “Ashes to Ashes” builds a retro-future shock funk sound off a bassline that resembles “Another Bites the Dust.” “Escape,” a cautionary story song, has a particularly gorgeous extended outro weaved from keyboards, upright bass and string samples. He sounds particularly energized on the uptempo tracks designed to show off Gab’s technically bewildering rhymes: “I Like the Way You Talk,” built over a wonky rock bass line; and “The Blowup,” which also sets his absurdly tight rhyme schemes against a gospel piano backdrop. He’s updated his drum sound with more rigid electronic sounds, but doesn’t make many attempts to mimic the myriad micro-genres in beat music since their last album. (Only “Inspired By” uses a trap-style beat.) On the closing title track, Gab lays out a litany of problems personal and societal in a steadily accelerating rhyme pattern that doesn’t resolve until the end of each verse, in which guest singers from Zap Mama repeat the word “Imani.” It’s a fitting end for a group that’s stuck to its worldview for 20 years, with plans ahead for two more volumes. Blackalicious last played Missoula in August 2014 with a packed and energetic concert at the Palace Lounge. With new material in tow, it’d be worth checking in to see them at the Top Hat Lounge, 134 W. Front St., on Tuesday, Jan. 19. The opener is local emcee Mac Marler. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. and the show starts at 9. Tickets are $16 in advance and $18 day of show. To purchase, go to the box office or tophatlounge.com.

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Services try to steer listeners to big artists By Randall Roberts, los Angeles Times

ast year was the Choose Your Own Adventure year in music. As the scope and range of music available on a weekly, daily and hourly basis expands, those who care about art that exists outside the mainstream have endless opportunity for discovery. Recommendation engines and “related” links offer infinite detours to unheard sounds. Each new click – Adele or FKA Twigs? Kendrick Lamar or Young Thug? Carly Rae Jepsen or Courtney Barnett? – can lead down a musical path that a few minutes prior had gone uncharted. But searching for sonic surprise has also never been more frustrating. With billions being invested in a streaming future controlled by portals such as Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and Pandora, well-financed companies that represent major artists such as the Weeknd, Justin Bieber and U2 are determined to vibrate as many eardrums as possible. As a result, the main pages of streaming services may be crammed with tips and charts, but a disproportionate majority of them recommend music from big-ticket concerns whose catalogs are essential to the business model. Corporations now control eyeballs the way they used to control display space at record stores. It’s as though with each foray into the wilderness of 30 million songs, the major players have constructed billboards that direct would-be explorers onto the Coldplay interstate – while just beyond the frontage road are miraculously articulated vistas created by artists such as Natalie Prass, Jlin, Deafheaven and Earl Sweatshirt. From a creative perspective, this survival-of-the-fittest mentality hasn’t caused much trouble. As always, the best music at any given moment consumes

space in our psyches that we didn’t even know was available, and magnetic voices are everywhere. We make head space amid the clutter for new creative ideas. Pick a genre, a playlist or a curator and chances are within a few microseconds you’ll be contributing micropayments to rising artists. Spotify’s automatically generated Discovery Weekly playlist seems to know as much about my tastes as I do. With each list comes confirmation that there’s never been more great music available as there is now. The inverse? There’s also never been more mediocrity. Specifically, the volume of imitators mining the past to replicate its successes has seldom been so obvious. A friend described these acts as “Civil War re-enactors,” which is an apt description for artists such as Leon Bridges (soul), Speedy Ortiz (indie rock), Tame Impala (psychedelic rock) and Chvrches (synth-pop), each of whom seems time-traveled from other eras. Their on-their-sleeve influences don’t invalidate their art, of course – a great song is a great song – but the mimicry does make it suspect to those of us who follow contemporary music as a means of experiencing shock-of-the-new thrills and unexpected innovations. That said, why deny the obvious allure of a well-crafted song? After all, my list of favorite albums, which is mostly focused on lesser-known acts, includes outliers more interested in emotional exploration than instrumental innovation. Chamber-pop master Sufjan Stevens’ devastating “Carrie & Lowell” and Detroit post-punk band Protomartyr’s “The Agent Intellect” lend credence to the argument that great works transcend time, space and shelf space in their quest to earn fans. Whether they can transcend streaming-service algorithms is another story.

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tom jones “long lost suitcase”

 standout tracks: Tower of Song Elvis Presley Blues

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corridor music review

At 75, Jones forges ahead with successful album series, autobiography By Randy Lewis, Los Angeles Times

OS ANGELES – In his just-published autobiography, “Over the Top and Back” singer Tom Jones recounts with unbridled honesty and a wicked sense of humor many of the remarkable highlights of his 50-plus-year career. But sitting in a side room of a recording studio recently, the Welsh singer’s blue eyes never lit up more brightly than when the subject returned to the source of it all: music. “I knew Sam – I met him,” he said, referring to Sam Phillips, the Sun Records founder and producer who discovered and first recorded Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and numerous other pivotal musical figures. “He was a character. “He came up with some interesting stuff,” Jones said. “I mean, ‘Blue Moon’ “ – Jones begins vocalizing the clip-clop effect Phillips brought to Presley’s performance – “I notice on that record, though, he never goes to the middle section.” Jones quickly sings the song’s first two verses, then says, “But he never goes to the part ‘And suddenly appeared before me/The only ones my arms will ever hold.’ I think he thought, ‘(Forget) that – too many chords!’ “ Jones let loose with a bellowing laugh. At 75, Jones is in high spirits precisely because he has returned to making music the way he did when he was first exploring a sound that became known to millions through such grand-scale pop hits as “It’s Not Unusual,” “Delilah,” “What’s New Pussycat?” and “She’s a Lady.” His new album, “Long Lost Suitcase,” was released recently in tandem with the autobiography. Featuring songs written by Gillian Welch, the Milk Carton Kids and Los Lobos, the collection is the third installment in Jones’ career-redefining collaboration with English producer Ethan Johns. “The most flattering thing about it – besides, you know, that it’s Tom Jones – was how closely they adhered to our arrangement and Kenneth’s guitar lines,” Milk Carton Kids singer-songwriter Joey Ryan said. “The band did a killer job. Also we heard Sir Tom’s knighthood is automatically transferred to us via the cover, so we’re looking forward to our upcoming U.K. trip all the more.”

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NEW DIRECTION

Jones’ new direction began with 2010’s “Praise & Blame” and continued with 2013’s “Spirit in the Room.” Like its predecessors, “Long Lost Suitcase” abandons the big arrangements that were the hallmarks of Jones’ music since his breakthrough 1965 hit “It’s Not Unusual.” “When you started recording a certain way and it’s successful, you want more,” said Jones, who has stopped dying his once jet-black hair and lets the salt-and-pepper show. “Then came ‘What’s New Pussycat?’ which was another big arrangement. And then ‘Green, Green Grass of Home.’ And then ‘Delilah.’ “Ethan said ... ‘Why don’t we cut through that and get down to you? And we could do some songs maybe with just me and you, I’ll play guitar and you sing.’ “ The result has been a string of powerful albums that earned Jones some of the best reviews of his career. They’ve been likened to the late musical renaissance Johnny Cash had working with producer Rick Rubin in the final years of his life. The big difference is that Cash’s health deteriorated over the course of those sessions with Rubin, which added a layer of poignancy to the vintage songs he recorded. Jones, however, sounds as fit as ever, bringing considerable power and nuance to tracks such as Leonard Cohen’s “Tower of Song” from “Spirit in the Room” and Welch’s “Elvis Presley Blues” from the new album. “When I was starting to do these songs with Ethan,” Jones said, “he said, ‘This is almost autobiographical.’ I said, ‘It’s funny you should say it because I’m writing one.’ ‘Wow,’ he said. ‘It would be great if you could get them out at the same time, wouldn’t it?’ “ That explains the harmonic convergence of the album and Jones’ book, which he worked on with ghost writer Giles Smith. “He had done Rod Stewart’s autobiography, and I liked that,” Jones said. “He said Rod would give him two hours a day” to work on that book. “I said, ‘Well, I’ll give you four.’ “

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The book is a lively recounting of Jones’ life from boyhood in south Wales and the hardships of a coal mining life that so many of his relatives and neighbors were involved in, through his first experiences singing in church. He spoke of listening at a very young age to American music he heard on the BBC and, at night, Radio Luxembourg, which broadcast to much of Western Europe. “One time I heard a song by Mahalia Jackson, one of the same songs we sang in church, and I wondered, even as a kid, ‘Why doesn’t it sound like that when we sing it?’” He unconsciously began emulating the sound of American blues and gospel singers, which became an integral part of his vocal style. Years later, when he met Presley, whom he had idolized in the 1950s, he said Presley asked him, “How do you sing like that?”

SHARING KNOWLEDGE

In recent years, Jones has been sharing some of his singing knowledge with aspiring vocalists on “The Voice U.K.” And in between his commitment to that competition and his recording sessions with Johns, Jones still tours internationally. The performance he gave with a stripped-down quartet that included periodic harmony vocals from his son, Mark (the only child from his 58-year marriage to his wife, Linda), is part of KCRW’s regular “Apogee Sessions” series recorded in the cozy environs of veteran sound engineer Bob Clearmountain’s Apogee Studio. His one worry about his book stemmed from the salty language often used by this knight of the British Empire. “I didn’t think they’d use all those, but they did,” he said. “The people who know me – musician friends, my relatives in Wales, even the ladies ... I said to them, ‘There’s really a lot of bad language.’ And they said, ‘Oh, we’re used to it now, Tom.’ “

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SOUNDCLOUD MIX OF THE MONTH

Letherette Brown Lounge Vol.3

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If you’re looking for a little winter soul, look no further than Letherette’s latest mix, “Brown Lounge Volume 3.” Letherette has become known for their unique blends of hip-hop and French house, resulting in hypnotically head-bobbing tracks that evoke comparisons to producers such as J Dilla. One of the only negative things about this particular mix is that it clocks in at just over 30 minutes, and by the end, you’ll probably wish the groove had kept on going. However, even a short run time doesn’t detract from a mix that is a perfect blend of soul and chill that warrants multiple listens.

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baroness “purple”

 This metal quartet returns from a three year hiatus with a stellar, soaring album

lizzo “big grrrl small world”

 lizzo’s latest release is irresistibly catchy. it’s energetic, soulful, and a complete delight.

coldplay “a head full of dreams”

 coldplay continues their penchant for grandiose, anthemic songs, to mediocre effect.

astropol “the spin we’re in”

 astropol’s brand of laid back pop is pleasant, but a bit too subdued.

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film Homeschool cooperative program and Roxy teach kids to make a movie.

by Becca Sayre

Students work on a zombie movie as part of a collaboration between eNDVR, Missoula’s homeschool cooperative learning space, and the Roxy Film Academy.

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actually feel kind of scared right now. I’m really in the moment.” Scotty Graham slowly opens the back door to the alley, clutching a shovel for protection. His face is streaked with blood and he looks around nervously. He creeps around the back of a large white van. As he slowly opens the driver’s side door, he hears a voice: “Cut! OK, let’s get that again from inside.” This winter eNDVR, Missoula’s homeschool cooperative learning space, is teaming up with the Roxy Film Academy for an eight-week filmmaking course. ENDVR courses allow students ages 5-18 to participate in unique quarterly learning programs. Last quarter, their instruction was focused on survival skills. This quarter, it’s filmmaking. “Kids learn through experience,” said Annie Graham, eNDVR director. “We’re trying to get them out of the classroom and do something real.” Over eight weeks, 20 hours a week, the eNDVR students will be crafting a horror film, “Zombies of Zootown.” They wrote the script, held production meetings, blocked out the shots and are now spending three weeks filming scenes of zombies rampaging across Missoula. In January, they’ll edit the footage, mix the music and even create Foley sound effects. The eNDVR kids are holding every job on the film crew, from slate operator to script supervisor to director. They’re also the stars of the picture, playing both the heroes and the undead. “My favorite part so far has been being a zombie and attacking people. It was so fun,” said Chenoa Reid, a high school student working with eNDVR on the production. In addition to perfecting a zombie-shuffle, Reid works as both a director and script supervisor to make sure shots and costumes match scene to scene and day to day.

Guiding the production are Roxy Film Academy instructors John Nilles and Christian Ackerman. Both are local filmmakers with plenty of film set experience to bring to the table. “It’s energizing for me to see the kids get excited about the process of working on movies,” said Nilles, “They have so many good ideas without the negativity and doubt and they can just roll with the process.” That sometimes means one day a student will find themselves holding the camera and the next day they’ll be covered in fake blood and guts. “The blood actually tastes really good, it’s kind of minty,” said Ry Schweitz as she applied a hearty amount of gore to a new zombie bite. Schewitz has taken a try at a lot of jobs on the movie set, but her favorite so far has been directing. “I’ve always liked movies, and was interested in making them. I’m not a huge fan of policing people but it turns out I was pretty good at it!” “We’re really trying to show them that ‘Yes! you can do this,’” said Ackerman, “We’re giving them responsibilities on an actual, working film set and they’re finding different strengths and capabilities that they maybe didn’t know they had.” On set, the older kids will take on camera, sound and directing responsibilities while the younger kids will fill in the additional roles. All the while, everyone is working to complete the day’s slated tasks. “What we end up seeing is the kids mentor other kids. They teach each other and share skills,” said Ackerman. “They’re no longer just a class, we’ve turned them into a film crew.” The finished film, “Zombies in Zootown” will premiere at the Roxy Theater on Jan. 27 at 7 p.m. For more information on Roxy Film Academy, visit montanafilmacademy.com.

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film

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wild Savagery and virtuosity mingle in ‘The Revenant’ BY JAKE COYLE, Associated Press

The Revenant” was filmed in Canada, Montana and South America, using only natural light.

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lejandro Gonzalez Inarritu’s frontier survival saga “The Revenant,” filmed in the Canadian Rockies, seeks to join the ranks of Werner Herzog’s “Fitzcarraldo” and Francis Ford Coppola’s “Apocalypse Now”: movies that take some of their primal madness from their raw, remote natural landscapes. The making of those movies are mythic tales in their own right, and “The Revenant” arrives with its own tall tales of on-set tussles and actor derring-do. After confining himself largely to the interior of a Broadway theater – and the psyche of Michael Keaton’s Riggan Thomson – in the best picture-winning “Birdman,” Inarritu and his maverick cinematographer, Emmanuel Lubezki, have opted for the open air of the West, circa 1823, in a loose adaptation of former Missoula resident Michael Punke’s 2002 novel about the frontiersman Hugh Glass (Leonardo DiCaprio). The result is some of the most ravishing filmmaking of the year, or any year, as Inarritu and Lubezki stretch their fluid long takes down river rapids and into the kind of clashes – a mauling grizzly, an ambushing tribe – not rendered before with this kind of awe-inspiring, naturally lit virtuosity. But awe is the only thing “The Revenant” is well stocked in, if you don’t count snow and beards. “The Revenant” isn’t just showy about its audacity, it’s relentlessly chest-thumping. DiCaprio isn’t the film’s true star; it’s Inarritu’s camera. He never lets us forget it, not just in staggering one-takes but by allowing characters to look into the lens, sometimes even fogging it with their breath. “The Revenant” earns your admiration, only to lose it by continually insisting upon it. Somewhere in the realm of the Dakotas and Montana is the Rocky Mountain Fur Co., guided by Glass in their pursuit through hostile and uncompromising territory for beaver pelts. In our first view of the trappers, they’re camped in river-side pines when an eerie suspense settles over them. Arrows from all around sail into them before Ree tribesmen, searching for a stolen daughter, stream into the camp.

With mayhem all around, Inarritu’s balletic camera sweeps through the slaughter and eventually drifts down the river with small band of survivors. Among them are Glass, his Pawnee son (Forrest Goodluck), the company’s leader, Andrew Henry (Domhnall Gleeson), a callow youngster (Will Poulter) and John Fitzgerald (Tom Hardy). The scene is the first taste of what “The Revenant” has in store: the throbbing intensity of survival, played out across harsh, wintery terrain, in a series of flights and pursuits between men, Native and not, seeking a variety of vengeances. There are occasional whispery flashbacks and surreal dream sequences that attempt to give the film more spiritual underpinnings that are little match for the movie’s relentlessly visceral reality. In another extended single shot, Glass is mauled by a bear, leaving him so badly injured that death seems certain. After attempting to lug him through the mountains, Henry offers more money for volunteers to stay behind and give him a proper burial “when the time comes.” Fitzgerald, interested in the extra cash, steps forward. Shifty and selfish, Fitzgerald is the obvious villain-in-waiting; Hardy patiently waits for his opportunity to reveal a deeper savagery in mankind and babble something over a campfire about God being a squirrel he once caught and ate. Let loose in the wild, Hardy doesn’t disappoint. Neither does DiCaprio in an often wordless, exceptionally committed performance of Glass’ great determination. As he was in Martin Scorsese’s “The Wolf of Wall Street” (which also included long sections of the actor crawling, albeit in a quaaludeinduced stupor), DiCaprio is most interested in extremes of performance. But no one is more in rhapsody over the manliness of the mission than Inarritu. His bleak and beautiful movie is overwrought, but it’s also soaked through with the brutality of the frontier and the tragedy of its indigenous people. Native Americans traverse “The Revenant,” carrying the deepest horrors of the land. It’s something to contemplate, when not ooo-ing at the spectacular set pieces.

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january 19 • 9pm top hat lounge

To submit your events to the calendar, please email info@corridormag.com by the 15th of the prior month 1 Maxwell Hughes, 6-8 p.m., Draught Works, 815 Toole Ave.

4 Russ Nasset, 7-10 p.m., Red Bird, 111 N. Higgins Ave.

2 Coffee Can Stash, 6-8 p.m., Draught Works, 815 Toole Ave.

4 Open time in the MakerSpace, explore the resources, learn how to use the equipment, or to work on a project of your choice, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Missoula Public Library eighth annual writing contest kicks off. The top three submissions in four age groups will win prizes for fiction or nonfiction – 24 winners in all. Rules and entry brochures are available for pick up at the reference desk. Electronics Exploration, learn about small electronics platforms like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Snap Circuits or littleBits, beginners to electronics enthusiasts working on projects welcome, 3-6 p.m.; “Computer Fundamentals,” learn about the parts of the computer’s hardware, how to turn it on and off, managing your desktop and how to open

2 Wolf and the Moons, 6-8 p.m., Missoula Brewing, 200 International Drive. 549-8193. 2 Family storytime for children of all ages and their caregivers, 11 a.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 3 Family Storytime for children of all ages and their caregivers, 2 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 3 Kira Means, 5-7 p.m., Draught Works, 815 Toole Ave.

programs, 6 p.m., no experience necessary, registration required, 6 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 5 Open time in the MakerSpace, allows visitors to explore the resources, learn how to use the equipment, or to work on a project of their choice, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tiny Tales for ages birth-3, parents and tots sing, tell stories and rhymes, and engage in fun activities in the large meeting room, 10:30 a.m.; Frenchtown Branch Lego Club, 4-6 p.m.; System Check! The official MPL gamers club for ages 13-19, play on Wii, Xbox 360 in the YA department, 6:30 p.m; Community Creative Writing Workshop in the MakerSpace – open, drop-in environment focusing on creative writing workshop process, 6-7:30 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E.

Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 6 Andrea Harsell, 6-8 p.m., Draught Works, 815 Toole Ave. 6 Open time in the MakerSpace allows visitors to explore the resources, learn how to use the equipment, or to work on a project of their choice, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5:20-6 p.m.; “Easy steps to eBooks,” electronic books, e-audio books, digital music and video are all available through the library website. Learn how to take advantage of free access to new media, attendees are encouraged to bring their eReaders and any cords if they have for them, 12:30 p.m.; Middle school writers – for writers and aspiring writers in grades 6-9, to get and give good feedback, play with words, 3:30 p.m.; Big Sky afternoon matinee – watch a new release movie in the

january 2016 Big Sky Branch. Bring a snack, or enjoy free popcorn, 3:30-5:30 p.m.; Open jewelry studio in the MakerSpace – instruction on basic techniques is available, find new projects, enjoy a collaborative workshop atmosphere with MakerSpace mentor Irene Pritsak, 6-7:30 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 7212665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 7, 14, 21, 28 MakerSpace free watercolor class, noon-2 p.m., Tuesdays, Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. Taught by artist Rob Peltzer; materials available for purchase at cost or bring your own supplies. Call Erik, 721-2665. 7 Opening reception, 5-7 p.m., Montana Museum of Art and Culture, Meloy and Paxson galleries, PAR/TV Center, University of Montana. Featuring “Glorious Vista: Art of the American West,” exploring the geography and people of the Rocky Mountain West during the 19th and 20th centuries. 243-2019, umt.edu/ montanamuseum.

of Montana’s finest emerging and established artists. If you are interested in volunteering with MAM’s education programs, come to the training. For more information contact Renée Taaffe, education curator, 728-0447 Ext. 228 or reneet@missoulaartmuseum.org. 8 44th Benefit Art Auction Exhibition Opening and Artists’ Reception, 5-8 p.m., Missoula Art Museum, 335 N. Pattee St. Free. Preview 35 live and 45 silent auction pieces and meet the dynamic artists who created these exceptional contemporary artworks. Sample delicious hors d’oeuvres by the Good Food Store and enjoy a cash bar. 728-0447, missoulaartmuseum.org. 8 Opening reception, 5-8 p.m., The Brink Gallery, 111 W. Front St. Featuring “To a Certain Extent,” a joint exhibition by artists Jack Metcalf and Steve Krutek. 728-5251, thebrinkgallery.com. 8 Craicers, 6-8 p.m., Missoula Brewing, 200 International Drive. 549-8193.

7 Tiny Tales for ages birth-3, parents and tots sing, tell stories and rhymes, and engage in fun activities in the large meeting room, 10:30 a.m.; Watercolor painting for all skill levels – MPL’s MakerSpace offers a drop-in class for any level, featuring an individual approach for skill, and a group focus for subject and compositional techniques, noon-2 p.m.; Electronics Exploration – learn about small electronics platforms like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Snap Circuits or littleBits, participants welcome from absolute beginners to electronics enthusiasts working on projects, 3-6 p.m.; Lego Club, for all ages up to 12, Legos cover the floor in the dragon rug area, 3:30-5 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org.

9, 23 Open figure drawing, 3-5 p.m., Missoula Art Museum, 335 N. Pattee St. $8/$10, These non-instructed sessions will be held on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month through May 14. These sessions provide artists an opportunity to draw from a live model. Some supplies (newsprint and charcoal) are available for use. Participants must be 18 years or older. 728-0447, missoulaartmuseum.org.

8 Open time in the MakerSpace – visitors can explore the resources, learn how to use the equipment, or to work on a project of their choice, 10 a.m.-noon; Tiny Tales for ages birth-3, parents and tots sing, tell stories and rhymes, and engage in fun activities in the large meeting room, 10:30 a.m.; Family Storytime stories for children of all ages and caregivers, 10:30 a.m.; Yarns at the Library – an open fiber-arts craft group, noon-2 p.m.; Young Adult Writers for writers in grades 9-12 – come listen, share your work, do fun writing exercises, 3:30 p.m.; Introduction to Programming in Java for Teens (MakerSpace) – for ages 13-18, 5-5:50 p.m.; World-Wide Cinema, free foreign film, 7 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 7212665, missoulapubliclibrary.org.

9 Family Storytime for children of all ages and their caregivers, 11 a.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org.

8 Art guide training, 3 p.m., Missoula Art Museum, 335 N. Pattee St. Free. Walk through the 44th Benefit Auction Exhibition with associate curator John Calsbeek and get a peek at some

9 Red Onion Purple, 6-8 p.m., Draught Works, 815 Toole Ave. 9 Pinky and the Floyd (Pink Floyd tribute act), Top Hat Lounge, 134 W. Front St., 9 p.m. doors, 10 p.m. show, $10 in advance, 18 and up, Top Hat Lounge, 134 W. Front St., tophatlounge.com.

10 Family Storytime for children of all ages and their caregivers, 2 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 10 John Adam Smith, 5-7 p.m., Draught Works, 815 Toole Ave. 10 Five Valley Accordions, 1-4 p.m., Rustic Hut, Florence. $3 members, $4 nonmembers. 10 The Ed Norton Big Band, 6-8 p.m., Missoula Winery, 5646 W. Harrier Drive. $7. 11 Cash for Junkers with Tyler Roady, John Sporman, Nate Biehl and John Rosett, 7-10 p.m., Red Bird, 111 N. Higgins Ave. 11 VIBE: Vienna International Ballet Experience, USA. Gluhwein and Schnitzel welcome event at

Doubletree Hotel, 7:30 p.m. 549-5155, rmbt.org. 11 Open time in the MakerSpace allows visitors to explore the resources, learn how to use the equipment, or to work on a project of their choice, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Electronics Exploration – learn about small electronics platforms like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Snap Circuits or littleBits, participants welcome from absolute beginners to electronics enthusiasts working on projects, 3-6 p.m; “Beginning WORD,” introduction to word processing including how to create a document, manipulate the text and font, use templates and a few fun tricks, registration required, 6 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 12 Open time in the MakerSpace, allows visitors to explore the resources, learn how to use the equipment, or to work on a project of their choice, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tiny Tales for ages birth-3 – parents and tots sing, tell stories and rhymes, and engage in fun activities in the large meeting room, 10:30 a.m.; Frenchtown Branch LEGO club. 4-6 p.m.; Community Creative Writing Workshop – open, drop-in environment focusing on creative writing workshop process, 6-7:30 p.m. MakerSpace; System Check! The official MPL gamers club for ages 13-19, play on Wii, Xbox 360 in the YA department, 6:30 p.m.; 2nd Tuesday MPL Book Group discusses “The Boys in the Boat” by James Daniel Brown, 7 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 12 VIBE: Vienna International Ballet Experience, USA. Open Category Dance Challenge, noon-5 p.m., Dennison Theatre, all dance forms welcome, open to the public; Gov. Bullock’s official welcome VIBE USA ceremony (featuring Salish Kootenai dancers), 2:30 p.m., Dennison Theatre. Dance: Auditions for the Salt Lake City Ballet West School and Company, 3:30 p.m., PAR/TV Building Room 035. Education: Missoula County Public Schools performances with the Vancouver Dance Company and Ming Yan Cui, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., throughout MCPS Schools. Film series: “The Monkey King” sponsored by Suhan Chen and the Confucius Institute, 4:30 p.m., Missoula Public Library. Film series doubleheader: “40 North Selects” and “Looking at the Stars,” 6:30 p.m., The Silver. 549-5155, rmbt.org. 13 VIBE: Vienna International Ballet Experience, USA. Contemporary Dance Challenge, noon-3 p.m., Dennison Theatre, open to the public. Open VIBE dance classes at Downtown Dance Collective, noon-6 p.m. “Cultures of the Silk Road” hosted by professor Mehrdad Kia and the Central and Southwest Asia Studies Center at the University of Montana. Film: “Passion of Nureyev” with introduction by Michel Valentin, 2

p.m., the Roxy Theater. Film: “Dancing in Jaffa” with introduction by Samir Bitar, 5:30 p.m., the Roxy. Film: “Desert Dancer” with introduction by professor Mehrdad Kia, 8 p.m., the Roxy. Education: Austrian Poet with German Club, Hellgate High School. MCPS Journaling event with Writing Collaborative, Big Sky High School. Education: “How to Get Published” with Laurie Horowitz, 5 p.m., Fact and Fiction. 549-5155, rmbt.org. 13 Open time in the MakerSpace allows visitors to explore the resources, learn how to use the equipment, or work on a project of their choice, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5:20-6 p.m.; “Discovering MPL Databases” – explore a featured database available for use through the library’s website. This month’s featured database is National Geographic andNational Geographic Kids, registration required, 12:30 p.m.; Be Up-Cycled (MakerSpace) – bring an old hand towel not quite ready for the rag bag (no holes) and upcyle it into a body warmer, all other supplies are provided, noon-1 p.m.; Afternoon Matinee at Main – see a free film, classics and recent features, 2 p.m.; Middle school writers – for writers and aspiring writers in grades 6-9, to get and give good feedback, play with words, 3:30 p.m.; Big Sky Afternoon Matinee – watch a new release movie in the library and bring a snack, or enjoy free popcorn, 3:30-5:30 p.m.; Open jewelry studio in the MakerSpace – instruction on basic techniques is available, find new projects, enjoy a collaborative workshop atmosphere with MakerSpace mentor Irene Pritsak, 6-7:30 p.m.; Adult Winter Reading kicks off at MPL today. Pick up a brochure at the Reference Desk, read and review your books from Jan. 13- March 25th and win prizes; 2nd Wednesday Book Group discusses “The Oysters of Locmariaquer” by Eleanor Clark, 7 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 7212665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 12-Feb. 16 “After School Art Adventure I,” Tuesdays,3:45-5:15 p.m., Missoula Art Museum, 335 N. Pattee St. $45/$50; ages 7-11. Explore and be inspired by MAM exhibitions with Bev Glueckert. Young artists will create art based on their experiences viewing art in the MAM galleries. Glueckert offers another series of unique hands-on multimedia projects inspired by MAM’s exhibitions, including papier-mâché sculpture, tile mosaics, and large oil pastel/collage drawings. 728-0447, missoulaartmuseum.org. 13 Author Marty Essen presents a slideshow, talk and book signing on “Endangered Edens: Exploring the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Costa Rica, the Everglades and Puerto Rico,” 7 p.m., Shakespeare & Co., 103 S. Third St. W. 549-9010, shakespeareandco.com.

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13 Missoula Quilters Guild, 7 p.m., Guest House Inn, 3803 Brooks St. 14 Tom Catmull, 5-8 p.m., Draught Works, 815 Toole Ave.

14 VIBE: Vienna International Ballet Experience, USA: Ballet Dance Challenge, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Dennison Theatre, free and open to the public. Education: “Standing Out! How to Market Yourself and get and Agent” with Emmy Award winner Teresa Taylor, time TBD, PARTV 005, UM. Education: “Talking with Strangers” VIBE collaboration with Jeannette Rankin Peace Center, time TBD, The Silver. Education: Global Dance Initiative with director Teresa Taylor, time TBD, The Silver. Education/Dance: “Hip Hop and Conflict Resolution Through Dance,” throughout Missoula County Public Schools. 549-5155, rmbt.org. 14 Tiny Tales for ages birth-3 – parents and tots sing, tell stories and rhymes, and engage in fun activities in the large meeting room, 10:30 a.m.; Watercolor painting for all skill levels – MakerSpace offers a drop-in class for any level, featuring an individual approach for skill, and a group focus for subject and compositional techniques, noon-2 p.m.; Electronics Exploration – learn about small electronics platforms like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Snap Circuits or littleBits, participants welcome from absolute beginners to electronics enthusiasts working on projects, 3-6 p.m.; Lego Club, for all ages up to 12 – Legos cover the floor in the dragon rug area, 3:30-5 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 15 Open Time in the MakerSpace –visitors can explore the resources of the MakerSpace, learn how to use the equipment, or to work on a project of their choice, 10 a.m.-noon; Tiny Tales for ages birth-3 – parents and tots sing, tell stories and rhymes, and engage in fun activities in the large meeting room, 10:30 a.m.; Family Storytime – stories for children of all ages and their caregivers, 10:30 a.m.; Yarns and the Library

– an open fiber-arts craft group, noon-2 p.m.; Young Adult Writers for writers in grades 9-12 – listen, share your work, do fun writing exercises, 3:30 p.m.; Introduction to Programming in Java for Teens (MakerSpace) – for ages 13-18, 5-5:50 p.m.; Cheap Date Night free feature film, 7 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 7212665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 15 VIBE: Vienna International Ballet Experience, USA. Dance: Final Round Dance Challenge, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Diplomacy: Art and Diplomacy Conference and events hosted by Abraham Kim and the Mansfield Center, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., UC North Ballroom, UM, umt.edu/mansfield. Education: Michaela DePrince, “Taking Flight: From War Orphan to Star Ballerina” with Elaine DePrince, 9-10 a.m., Dennison Theatre. Education and Diplomacy: SPARK brings MCPS for Final Round Dance Competition. Film: “Dancing Diplomats” by Emmy Award-winning Henry Nevison, time TBD, UC Theater. Film series: “Saving Grace,” evening, The Silver, 549-5155, rmbt.org.

let you interact and exchange ideas and opinions with artists, collectors, teachers, and others who shape and influence the art world. The events are relaxed and intimate in size. 728-0447, missoulaartmuseum.org. 16 Family Storytime – stories for children of all ages and their caregivers, 10:30 a.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 16 Fishing movie premiere, “Hank Patterson and the Mystery of the Cuttyrainbrown,” Wilma Theatre, 131 S. Higgins Ave., 7 p.m. doors, 8 p.m. start time, $12 in advance, all ages, thewilma.com. 17 Family Storytime – stories for children of all ages and their caregivers, 2 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org.

20 Art Associates of Missoula, 10 a.m., education center of Missoula Art Museum, 335 N. Pattee St. Featuring kiln-fired fused glass artist Katie Patten. 5434-0891. 20 Teen Artist Workshop: “Paper Peep Show” with Donna Flanery, 4-6 p.m., Missoula Art Museum, 335 N. Pattee St. All Materials, pizzas and snacks provided. Free. Your “Peep Show” paper structure will be made with layers of cut paper and images to create real and implied depth. By taking advantage of the tensile strength of paper, participants will learn basic mechanics of paper engineering. Participants may use drawing or collage to assemble parts for a unique image. Teens have a terrific opportunity to meet and make art with a professional artist. Artists share examples of their work and present teens with new art concepts and approaches to making art. 728-0447, missoulaartmuseum.org.

20 Open time in the MakerSpace –visitors can explore the resources of the MakerSpace, learn how to use the equipment, or to work on a project of their choice, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 17 Lolo Squares beginning square dance lessons, 16 VIBE: Vienna International Ballet Experience, 5:20-6 p.m.; “My iPad” class – New to using an 5:30 p.m., Lolo Square and Round Dance Center, USA. Dance: Dance for Parkinson’s and Peace iPad? This class offers instruction on features, 9955 Highway 12. 273-0652 or 273-0141. Moves Workshops led by Ph.D candidate Erika settings, navigation and apps that are unique to Jeffrey, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Rocky Mountain Ballet iPads. IPads not provided, registration required, 18 John Sporman, 7-10 p.m., Red Bird, 111 N. Theatre. Dance: Gala Finale of VIBE USA, 12:30 p.m.; Middle school writers – for writers Higgins Ave. winners, special guests, 1 p.m., The Wilma, and aspiring writers in grades 6-9, to get and tickets are available at thewilma.com. 549give good feedback, play with words, 3:30 19 Hip-hop acts Blackalicious and Mac Marler, Top 5155, rmbt.org. p.m.; Big Sky Afternoon Matinee – watch new Hat Lounge, 134 W. Front St., 8:30 p.m. doors, 9 release movie in the library’s Big Sky Branch. p.m. show, $16 in advance, $18 day of show, 18 16 Caroline Keys, 6-8 p.m., Draught Works, 815 Bring a snack, or enjoy free popcorn, 3:30-5:30 and up, tophatlounge.com. Toole Ave. p.m.; Open jewelry studio in the MakerSpace 19 Open time in the MakerSpace – visitors can – instruction on basic techniques is available, 16 Saturday Family Art Workshop: “Simple Shadow explore the resources of the MakerSpace, learn find new projects, enjoy a collaborative Boxes” with Bev Glueckert, 11 a.m.-12:30 how to use the equipment, or to work on a project workshop atmosphere with MakerSpace p.m., Missoula Art Museum, 335 N. Pattee St. of their choice, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tiny Tales for mentor Irene Pritsak, 6-7:30 p.m., Missoula Free. Inspired by John Buck’s exquisitely carved ages birth-3 – parents and tots sing, tell stories Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, shadow boxes, participants will create their and rhymes, and engage in fun activities in the missoulapubliclibrary.org. own works of art using cardboard cutouts and large meeting room, 10:30 a.m.; Young Adult tempera paint. The whole family is invited 21 Tiny Tales for ages birth-3 – parents and tots Volunteer Orientation – learn about ways to to make art together. Older children can be sing, tell stories and rhymes, and engage in volunteer, play some games to learn new skills, left alone to create, but parents are asked to fun activities in the large meeting room, 10:30 3:30 p.m.; Frenchtown Branch Lego Club, 4-6 stay with children under age seven. Please a.m.; Watercolor painting for all skill levels – p.m.; Community Creative Writing Workshop – arrive early to be ensured a spot in these MakerSpace offers a drop-in class for any level, open, drop-in environment focusing on creative workshops. Priority is given to children and featuring an individual approach for skill, and writing workshop process in the MakerSpace, families. All materials are provided. 728-0447, a group focus for subject and compositional 6-7:30 p.m.; System Check! The official MPL missoulaartmuseum.org. techniques, noon-2 p.m.; Electronics Exploration gamers club for ages 13-19, play on Wii, Xbox – Learn about small electronics platforms like 360 in the YA department, 6:30 p.m.; Gaming for 16 Missoula Folklore Society contra dance, 8-11 Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Snap Circuits or littleBits, Grownups – Check out MPL’s new club for adult p.m., Union Hall, 208 E. Main St. Beginner participants welcome from absolute beginners gamers on the third Tuesday of each month, workshop, 7:30 p.m. Caller Roy Curet. $6 MFS to electronics enthusiasts working on projects with a new theme each month. Learn a game or members, $9 nonmembers. Missoulafolk.org. welcome, 3-6 p.m.; Lego Club, for all ages up play one from MPL’s collection, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 16 Members’ orientation, 1 p.m., Missoula Art to 12, dragon rug area, 3:30-5 p.m., Missoula Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721Museum, 335 N. Pattee St. Free. Whether you Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, 2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. are a brand-new MAM member or a longtime missoulapubliclibrary.org. 20 Kimberlee Carlson Jazz Quartet with Chuck supporter, we could all use a little refresher Florence, DR Halsell, Pete Hand and Micki Singer, 21 Local Yokel, 6-8 p.m., Draught Works, 815 Toole course now and then. All members are invited to Ave. 7-9 p.m., Top Hat, 134 W. Front St. an orientation and tour where we will discuss the history of MAM. Members’ events are designed to 17 Kimberlee Carlson Jazz Quartet with DR Halsell, Pete Hand and Micki Singer, 5-7 p.m., Draught Works, 915 Toole Ave.

january 2016 22 Louie Bond and the Texas Playgirl, 5-8 p.m., Philipsburg Brewing, 101 W. Broadway, Philipsburg. 22 Open Time in the MakerSpace – visitors can explore the resources, learn how to use the equipment, or to work on a project of their choice, 10 a.m.-noon; Tiny Tales for ages birth-3 – parents and tots sing, tell stories and rhymes, and engage in fun activities in the large meeting room, 10:30 a.m.; Family Storytime – stories for children of all ages and their caregivers, 10:30 a.m.; Yarns at the Library – an open fiber-arts craft group, noon–2 p.m.; Young Adult Writers for writers in grades 9-12 – come listen, share your work, do fun writing exercises, 3:30 p.m.; Introduction to Programming in Java for Teens ages 13-18, 5-5:50 p.m., MakerSpace, Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 23 Family Storytime for children of all ages and their caregivers, 11 a.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 23 Sean Devine, 6-8 p.m., Draught Works, 815 Toole Ave. 23 Snowflake Ball, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Lolo Square and Round Dance Center, 9955 Highway 12.Mainstream and plus pre-rounds, 7 p.m. Caller and cuer Barry Bartlette. 273-0652 or 273-0141. 23 Indie-folk act Hey Marseilles, Top Hat, 134 W. Front St., 9 p.m. doors, 10 p.m. show, $12 in advance, $15 day of show, tophatlounge. com. 23 Soulful singer-songwriter Allen Stone, 7 p.m. Dennison Tehatre, UM. Tickets $25 general, $20 UM students plus fees, available by calling 2434051 or 888-MONTANA, at all GrizTix outlets and at umt.edu/griztix. 24 John Floridis, 5-7 p.m., Draught Works, 815 Toole Ave. 24 Electronic-jam outfit Sound Tribe Sector 9, the Wilma, 131 S. Higgins Av.e, 7 p.m. doors, 8 p.m. show, $27.50 in advance, $30 day of show, all ages, thewilma.com. 24 Western Union Country Swing Orchestra with Louie Bond, David Horgan and DR Halsell, 6-8 p.m., Missoula Winery, 5646 W. Harrier Drive. $7. 24 Five Valley Accordions, 1-4 p.m., Rustic Hut, Florence. $3 members, $4 nonmembers. 24 Celebrate Piano Series IV featuring Tanya Gabrielian, 3 p.m., Music Recital Hall, UM. Tickets $20 general, $15 seniors and $10 students. 243-4581, griztix.com.

24 Family Storytime – stories for children of all ages, and caregivers, 2 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 25 Cellist and composer Ben Sollee with opener King Cardinal, Top Hat Lounge, 134 W. Front St., 7:30 p.m. doors, 8 p.m. show, $12 in advance and $15 day of show, 18 and up, tophatlounge. com. 25 Open time in the MakerSpace – visitors can explore the resources, learn how to use the equipment, or to work on a project of their choice, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Electronics Exploration – learn about small electronics platforms like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Snap Circuits or littleBits, participants welcome from bsolute beginners to electronics enthusiasts working on projects, 3-6 p.m.; “Internet Searching” – how to use the Internet to effectively find what you are looking for; includes security tips-registration required, 6 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 25 Larry Hirschberg, 7-10 p.m., Red Bird, 111 N. Higgins Ave. 26 Reggae act Tribal Seeds with the Skints and the Steppas, Top Hat Lounge, 134 W. Front St., 7 p.m. doors, 8 p.m. show, $15 in advance, $17 day of show, 18 and up, tophatlounge.com. 26 Open time in the MakerSpace – visitors can explore the resources of, learn how to use the equipment, or to work on a project of their choice, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tiny Tales for ages birth-3 – parents and tots sing, tell stories and rhymes, and engage in fun activities in the large meeting room, 10:30 a.m.; Frenchtown Branch LEGO Club, 4-6 p.m.; Community Creative Writing Workshop – open, drop-in environment focusing on creative writing workshop process, MakerSpace 6-7:30 p.m.; System Check! The official MPL gamers club for ages 13-19, play on Wii, Xbox 360 in the YA department, 6:30 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 27 Rob Garza of downtempo electronic act Thievery Corporation, Top Hat Lounge, 134 W. Front St., 8:30 p.m. doors, 9 p.m. show, $18 in advance and $20 day of show, 18 and up, tophatlounge. com. 27 Open time in the MakerSpace –visitors can explore resources of the MakerSpace, learn how to use the equipment, or to work on a project of their choice, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5:20-6 p.m.; Genealogy Resources – come and learn about the library’s resources for genealogy including, but not limited to subscriptions to Ancestry.com

library edition and Heritage Quest, registration required, 12:30 p.m.; Middle school writers – for writers and aspiring writers in grades 6-9 to get and give good feedback, play with words, 3:30 p.m.; Afternoon Matinee at Main – see a free film, whether a classic or a recent features, 2 p.m.; Big Sky Afternoon Matinee – watch a new release movie in the library’s Big Sky Branch. Bring a snack, or enjoy free popcorn, 3:30-5:30 p.m.; Open jewelry studio in the MakerSpace – instruction on basic techniques is available, find new projects, enjoy a collaborative workshop atmosphere with MakerSpace mentor Irene Pritsak, 6-7:30 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org.

missoulapubliclibrary.org. 30 Triple Sec, 6-8 p.m., Draught Works, 815 Toole Ave. 30 Electronic reggae-dub act Jon Wayne and the Pain with Satsang, 9:30 p.m. doors, 10 p.m. show, $5, 21 and up. 30 Family Storytime for children of all ages and their caregivers, 11 a.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org. 31 Family Storytime for children of all ages and their caregivers, 2 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665, missoulapubliclibrary.org.

28 Western Union Country Swing Orchestra with DR Halsell and Pete Hand, 6-8 p.m., Bitterroot Brewery, Hamilton.

31 Nate Vernon from Wartime Blues, 5-7 p.m., Draught Works, 815 Toole Ave.

28 Russ Nasset, 6-8 p.m., Draught Works, 815 Toole Ave.

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28 Tiny Tales for ages birth-3 – parents and tots sing, tell stories and rhymes, and engage in fun activities in the large meeting room, 10:30 a.m.; Tour of Missoula Public Library – MPL offers monthly tours so that community leaders and the general public can learn more about the vision for a new building, noon, space is limited, sign up on the website missoulapubliclibrary. org; Watercolor painting for all skill levels – MakerSpace offers a drop-in class for any level, featuring an individual approach for skill, and a group focus for subject and compositional techniques, noon-2 p.m.; Electronics Exploration – learn about small electronics platforms like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Snap Circuits or littleBits, all skill levels welcome, 3-6 p.m.; Lego Club, for all ages up to 12, dragon rug area, 3:30-5 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 7212665, missoulapubliclibrary.org.

1 Dan Dubuque, 7-10 p.m., Red Bird, 111 N. Higgins Ave.

29 Reggae act Passafire, Top Hat Lounge, 134 W. Front St., 9 p.m. doors, 10 p.m. show, $10 in advance, 18 and up, tophatlounge.com. 29 Open Time in the MakerSpace – explore the resources, learn how to use the equipment, or to work on a project of you choice, 10 a.m.-noon; Tiny Tales for ages birth-3 – parents and tots sing, tell stories and rhymes, and engage in fun activities in the large meeting room, 10:30 a.m.; Family Storytime – stories for children of all ages and their caregivers, 10:30 a.m.; Yarns at the Library – an open fiber-arts craft group, noon–2 p.m.; Young Adult Writers –writers in grades 9-12 can come listen, share your work, do fun writing exercises, 3:30 p.m.; Introduction to Programming in Java for Teens – for ages 13-18, MakerSpace, 5-5:50 p.m., Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. 721-2665,

2 Original-era reggae act The Mighty Diamonds, 8 p.m. doors, 9 p.m. show, $15 in advance, $18 day of show, 18 and up, tophatlounge.com. 3 Country singer Granger Smith with Earl Dibbles Jr., Top Hat Lounge, 134 W. Front St., 8 p.m. doors, 9 p.m. show, $18 in advance, $20 day of show, all ages, tophatlounge.com. 3 Funk act Lettuce, the Wilma, 131 S. Higgins Ave., 7 p.m. doors, 8 p.m. show, $20 in advance, $24 day of show, all-ages, thewilma.com. 6 MAM’s 44th Benefit Art Auction: “Out of the Box,” 5 p.m., University of Montana University Center, 3rd Floor. This year features a new auctioneer, 36 live auction artworks, 45 silent auction artworks and auction in the round. Buy your table or tickets for this sell-ut event. Table of 12: $1,200, Reserve your table for $300 (25 percent of the table cost). Tables must be paid in full by Jan. 6. Tickets $100 are for member and $125 for nonmember. Ticket purchase deadline is Jan. 24). For more information visit missoulaartmuseum.org.

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EVENTS CALENDAR

billy dean

january 28 • 7:30pm flathead high school

To submit your events to the calendar, please email info@corridormag.com by the 15th of the prior month 1 Polar Bear Plunge, 2 p.m., The Raven, Woods Bay, Bigfork. Welcome the new year with a chilling dip. Costumes are encouraged. Spectators welcome, too. Parade is at 1:45 p.m. (406) 8372836. 3 Dixie Riddle, 8:30 p.m., Crush Lounge, Whitefish. 10 “Groovin’ on a Sunday Afternoon”

with John Dunnigan, 2 p.m., Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts, 526 Electric Ave. Tickets $10 in advance at Electric Avenue Gifts and Great Northern Gourmet. The show benefits the Community Foundation for a Better Bigfork and ImagineIF Libraries. (406) 837-4885, bigforkcenter.org.

10 Dixie Riddle, 8:30 p.m., Crush Lounge, Whitefish. 13 Mission Valley Live presents Vince and Mindi, 7 p.m., Ronan Performing Arts Center, 421 Andrew St. N.W. Tickets $15 at the door, $13 in advance at R&R Healthcare, Ronan True Value, First Interstate and Vine and Tap. Free admission for kids

18 and younger. The musical duet performs western and American roots music, drawing from swing, cowboy, bluegrass and old-time along with original material. (406) 887-2739. 13 Bob Starkel karaoke, 6 p.m., Finley Point Grill, Highway 35 mile marker 6, Polson. 15 Reception: “Sketch to Sculpture,”

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5-7 p.m., Sandpiper Art and Gift Gallery, 306 Main St., Polson. On view through Feb. 19, the show features gallery members Maryanne Eikens, bronze sculpture; Frank Finley, prints; Sue Ball, pencil drawings; Kimberly Rosalez, photography; and Luke Venters, multimedia. (406) -8835956, sandpiperartgallery.com. 15 Jesus Garcia Band, 7 p.m., Lincoln County High School auditorium, Eureka. Tickets $12 adults; students 18 and younger are free. The band creates a Latin ambiance with sounds from Central and South America. Eureka’s Ray and Shirley Jacobs will guest star. (406) 297-0197. 16 Whitefish Whiteout, 10 a.m., Whitefish Mountain Resort, 3889 Big Mountain Road. In the European Randonee style, participants climb and descend the mountain on AT or Telemark gear. (406) 862-2900, skiwhitefish.com. 17 Dixie Riddle, 8:30 p.m., Crush Lounge, Whitefish. 21 “Adventures in Glacier Country” with George Ostrom, 6:30 p.m., Conrad Mansion Museum, 330 Woodland Ave., Kalispell. Tickets $15 (RSVP required). Ostrom, who has been a fixture in the Flathead Valley since 1956 when he began working for a local radio station, is a photographer, former smokejumper and the author of three books. Doors open at 6 p.m. for coffee, wine and desserts; the event is a benefit for the mansion and the Glacier Institute. (406) 755-2166, conradmansion.com. 21 Open mic, 8 p.m., Lake Bar, Highway 93, Polson. 21 Black Tie Dinner, 5:30-9 p.m., Ninepipes Lodge, 69286 U.S. 93, Charlo. The 16th annual event starts with a complimentary tour of the Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana at 5:30 p.m. with a sit-down dinner at 7 p.m. Ellen Baumler with the Montana Historical Society will address guests with a talk on Peter and Mary Ronan. Silent and live auction items include a Pendleton blanket and bead-covered skull. Limited seating; reservations required. (406) 644-3435.

flathead lake international cinemafest january 22-24 showboat theaters, polson Flathead Valley Hockey Association. craftbrewershockeyleague.com. 22-23 Port Polson Players present “Sleeping Beauty,” 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Polson High School auditorium. Tickets $6-$7, $22 family. (406) 883-9212. 22-24 Flathead Lake International Cinemafest, Polson. The film festival kicks off with an opening party, “Cinema Royale: 00FLIC,” 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. Film screenings begin at 8 p.m. Friday at the Showboat Cinemas on Main Street and continue through Sunday with an awards/closing party. The three-day program offers film screenings of domestic and international films including features, shorts and documentaries of all genres. flicpolson.com. All-access pass is $105.

22-24 Lakeside Winterfest, 4-9 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday, Lakeside Town Center, 306 Stoner Loop. Ice skating, bonfires and s’mores Friday evening; Family Cup Races at 11 a.m. Saturday at Blacktail Mountain Ski Area; a raffle, more ice skating, bonfires, and s’mores Saturday and Sunday; live 22-23 Craft Brewers Cup, noon Friday music and a pig roast at Tamarack and Saturday, Woodland Park Ice Rink, Brewing Company; and clay shooting 705 Second St. E., Kalispell. Adult at Sliter’s in Somers. (406) 668-1866. hockey tournament and beer festival serves up slapshots of fun and 23 Moonlight Dine and Ski, 5:30-8 p.m., wristers of beer. Proceeds benefit the Whitefish Mountain Resort, 3889 Big

Mountain Road. Tickets $49.95. Taste the best of what mountain chefs have to offer at the Summit House and ski down the mountain accompanied by a local guide. (406) 862-2900, skiwhitefish.com. 23 Snow Bus Winter Wine Festival, 6-9 p.m., Grouse Mountain Lodge, Whitefish. Tickets $40 in advance, $50 day of event. The annual bacchanalia offers a cornucopia of palate-pleasing wines and appetizers. A silent auction and live music are also on tap. (406) 862-2900. 23-24 Glacier Symphony presents “Electric Strings-Rodeo Pops,” 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Whitefish Performing Arts Center, 600 E. Second St., and 3 p.m. Sunday at Flathead High School Performance Hall, 644 Fourth Ave. W., Kalispell. Tickets $12-$34, free for students through high school. The orchestra joins Grammy-winning electric violinist Tracy Silverman, who performs his original work, “Between the Kiss and the Chaos.” “Rodeo (Dance Episodes)” by Copland rounds out the performance. (406) 407-7000, gscmusic.org. 24 Dixie Riddle, 8:30 p.m., Crush Lounge, Whitefish. 26 Bob Starkel karaoke, 6 p.m., East Shore Smokehouse, Highway 35, Polson.

28 Billy Dean in concert, 7:30 p.m., Flathead High School, 644 Fourth Ave. W., Kalispell. Tickets $15 student, $30 adult, $75 family. The country star’s Top 10 hits include “Somewhere in My Broken Heart.” (406) 752-0605, flatheadvalleyliveonstage.org. 30-31 Black Curtain Theatre presents “The Winning Streak,” 7:30 p.m., O’Shaughnessy Center, 1 Central Ave., Whitefish. Tickets $8-$10. Omar, a retired baseball umpire, gets a phone call from Ry, a son he’s never seen, the product of a one-night stand long ago. In a series of funny, heartbreaking scenes, the two men negotiate every inch of a very rocky road in trying to come together in a bittersweet comedy about the need for family in us all. (406) 862-5371, whitefishtheatreco.org . 30-31 Whitefish Skijoring Championships, noon Saturday and Sunday, Whitefish Municipal Airport. Free, $5 for parking. The Winter Carnival event, now in its 13th year, features a combination of horses (and mules), riders and skiers mixed with speed, jumps and, of course, snow, as competitors vie for an estimated purse of over $20,000. (406) 7281131, whitefishskijoring.com. 31 Dixie Riddle, 8:30 p.m., Crush Lounge, Whitefish.

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B/ROOT EVENTS CALENDAR

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parsons dance

january 10 • 7:30pm hamilton performing arts center

To submit your events to the calendar, please email info@corridormag.com by the 15th of the prior month 5 Marjorie A. Crawford Literature Seminar with Shawn Wathen discussing “Memoir of the Warsaw Uprising” by Miron Bialoszweski, 9:30 a.m.; adult coloring, 10 a.m.; open computer and iPad lab, 10 a.m.; Writers Group, 6:30 p.m.; Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton. 363-1670. 6 Baby and toddler story time, 10:30 a.m., Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton. 363-1670. 7 Basic computer skills class, 6 p.m., Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton. 363-1670. 8 “Coming in from the Cold,” 7 p.m., Stevensville Playhouse, 319 Main St. Tickets $15. Singer/ songwriters Tom Catmull, Jenn Adams and Chris Cunningham of Storyhill share the stage, tell stories, sing and jam. 777-2722, stevensvilleplayhouse.org. 8 Story time for kids, 10:30 a.m.; Special Families, 6 p.m., call Jess at 210-2937 for details; Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton. 363-1670. 10 Parsons Dance, 7:30 p.m., Hamilton Performing Arts Center, 327 Fairgrounds Road. Tickets $31.50$43.50. Founded in 1985 by David Parsons, one of the great movers of modern dance, the internationally renowned company has thrilled

audiences across five continents. Their uplifting family friendly performances feature captivating collaborations with some of the greatest artists of our time. 363-7946, bitterrootperformingarts.org. 11 and 13 Auditions for “Working,” 7 p.m. Monday and Wednesday, Stevensville Playhouse, 319 Main St. Auditions are open to all for this fun musical celebrating different career choices directed by Gretchen Spiess. Performances are March 4-20. 777-2722, stevensvilleplayhouse.org. 12 Adult coloring, 10 a.m.; open computer and iPad lab, 10 a.m.; Socrates Café, 7 p.m.; Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton. 363-1670. 12 Author Marty Essen presents a slide show, talk and signing of his new book, “Endangered Edens: Exploring the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Costa Rice, the Everglades and Puerto Rico,” 6 p.m., Chapter One Book Store, 252 W. Main St., Hamilton. 13 Baby and toddler story time, 10:30 a.m., Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton. 363-1670. 14 Lego Club, 3:30 p.m.; Fellowship Club discussing “Living in the Light: A Guide to Personal and Planetary Transformation” by Shakti Gawain,

6 p.m.; Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton. 363-1670. 15 Story time for kids, 10:30 a.m., followed by stay and play, 11:15 a.m., Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton. 363-1670. 16 Scott Kirby, 7:30 p.m., Stevensville Playhouse, 319 Main St. Tickets $12. The ragtime pianist’s “Main Street Souvenirs” multi-media presentation celebrates 150 years of American music from the heartland and small-town America. Tickets available at Valley Drug, by calling 777-2722 or visiting stevensvilleplayhouse.org. 16-17 Darby Dog Derby, Lost Trail Pass at Gibbons Pass Road. The Bitterroot Mushers’ ninth annual event offers skijoring, sprints, long-distance and kids’ races. (206) 291-7453, bitterrootmushers. org. 19 Adult coloring, 10 a.m.; open computer and iPad lab, 10 a.m.; Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton. 363-1670. 20 Baby and toddler story time, 10:30 a.m.; “Basics of Pinterest” with Tamara Stoker, 4 p.m.; Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton. 363-1670.

21 Cribbage Club, 5 p.m.; basic computer skills, 6 p.m.; Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton. 363-1670. 22 Story time for kids, 10:30 a.m.; family story time, 5 p.m.; Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton. 363-1670. 26 Adult coloring, 10 a.m.; open computer and iPad lab, 10 a.m.; Socrates Café, 7 p.m.; Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton. 363-1670. 27 Baby and toddler story time, 10:30 a.m., Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton. 363-1670. 28 Brown Bag It book discussion group, noon; Lego Club, 3:30 p.m.; intermediate computer skills class, 6 p.m.; Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton. 363-1670. 29 Story time for kids, 10:30 a.m., Bitterroot Public Library, 306 State St., Hamilton. 363-1670. 30 Bitterroot Salish Winter Stories, 3 p.m., Riverstreet Dance Theatre, 421 N. Second St., Hamilton. Salish winter stories in the Bitterroot Valley are told by Tony Incashola, director of the Salish-Pend d’Oreille Culture Committee. 243-6022.

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LAST LAST CHRISTMAS

An Austrian Radio DJ played the song ‘Last Christmas’ by Wham 24 times on a continuous loop, taking up almost two hours of morning drive-time airplay, after barricading himself in the studio with a wooden chair. His co-host and producers were locked out while the determined DJ forced the festive spirit upon his listeners. The madness didn’t stop until his own four-year-old daughter was put on the call-in line and complained that she didn’t like the song. The station claims the stunt was unplanned, and the DJ may face disciplinary action. (Independent UK)

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Locals dressed as characters from the famed sci-fi series gathered at a church in Berlin, Germany, for a galactic service to celebrate the release of the new Star Wars movie. The organist played the series’ theme as the vicar in training opened the Protestant service with the words, “The wait is over - the Force has awakened!” Children carried lightsabers as a screen set up near the altar showed film clips disparaging the power of the dark side, and highlighting the influence of light. Speaking to the church packed to its 500-person capacity, the leaders of the service remarked on the importance of avoiding violence and compared the message of the Force to similar themes in the New Testament. (Reuters)

WILD ZAMBONI

Canadian Police were called to a hockey game after spectators reported the erratic driving of the Zamboni operator, who was hitting walls, missing sections and digging grooves into the ice. Because of the interruption, the game was called due to rough ice conditions. Officers reported that the driver was uncooperative during his arrest, and will be charged with impaired driving and refusing to provide a breath sample in relation to the operation of a Zamboni. (Steinbach Online)

LEGALLY VADER

Darth Vader lives in Canandaigua, New York, ever since a legal name change granted to Eric Welch. A long-time fan of the franchise, Vader says he has always admired the strength and leadership of the fictional Star Wars character. Often appearing in costume in public, Vader is also a survivor of cancer awaiting a bone marrow transplant with a GoFundMe page set up to raise money for medical treatments. (WHEC)

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