SATURDAY
Comedy
Dane Cook
What: The Dane Cook phenomenon roars on. Now a star of the big-screen variety, Cook got his golden ticket with his double-platinum "Retaliation" CD, the highest-charting comedy album in 28 years. Saturday, he'll unleash material from his latest album, "ISolated INcident," on Sacramentans, and you can bet there'll be at least a few poop jokes in the process.
When: 8 p.m.
Where: Arco Arena, One Sports Parkway, Sacramento
Cost: $32.50- $102.50, plus $12 parking
Info: (916) 928-6900 or www.arcoarena.com
SATURDAY
Dance
'Peter and the Wolf'
What: Children will love this Sacramento Ballet event, a Ron Cunningham-choreo- graphed performance of "Peter and the Wolf," narrated by Capital Public Radio's Jeffrey Callison. After the show, kids can shake the ants out of their pants with a lineup of interactive activities, including the Sacramento Zoomobile's friendly animal visits, Fairytale Corner and photo opportunities with Sacramento Ballet dancers.
When: 3 p.m.; activities immediately following performance
Where: Crest Theatre, 1013 K St., Sacramento
Cost: $25 general, $15 kids 12 and under
Info: (916) 552-5800 ext. 2 or www.sacballet.org
SATURDAY
Classical music
Emerson String Quartet
What: The Emerson String Quartet's list of achievements has, without doubt, made four mothers very proud. In three decades the four have produced 30 acclaimed recordings, won eight Grammy Awards and collaborated with some of the greatest artists of our time. Called "America's Greatest Quartet" by Time magazine, it will storm the Mondavi Center stage Saturday, performing selections from Schubert, Shostakovich and Dvorák.
When: 8 p.m.
Where: Mondavi Center, Mrak Hall Drive at Old Davis Road, Davis
Cost: $35-$65
Info: (530) 754-2787 or www.mondaviarts.org
SUNDAY
Fundraising event
The Big Nosh
What: Presented by the Jewish Federation of the Sacramento Region, this edible crawl eats and drinks its way through midtown and downtown Sacramento to benefit a variety of charities, including Sacramento Area Emergency Housing Center and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Join a team or create one of your own, then enjoy a full day of indulging at local restaurants, breweries and coffee shops like Beach Hut Deli, L Wine Lounge, Rubicon Brewing Co., Aioli Bodega Restaurant, Old Soul Co. and Yogurtagogo. You'll see live music along the path, and all that walking will cancel out the excess calories – or so we'd prefer to believe.
When: Noon-5 p.m.
Where: Various locations, midtown and downtown Sacramento
Cost: $36
Info: (916) 993-3949 or www.bignosh.com
SATURDAY
Fundraising event
Reigning Cats & Dogs Gala
What: The Reigning Cats & Dogs Gala, now in its 23rd year, is a must-do for animal lovers looking to get some bang for their donated bucks. Benefiting the Sacramento SPCA, the 1960's-themed gala features food from more than 60 restaurants, wineries and breweries, plus entertainment from the Indestructibles and a performance of songs from the musical "Hair" (a substance that is sure to be found on many of the guests' jackets). Silent and public auctions include fancy goodies and vibrant four-legged artwork by Nikki Solone of Pet PawTraits.
When: 6:30-10 p.m.
Where: Sacramento Convention Center, 1400 J St., Sacramento
Cost: $69
Info: (916) 383-7387, ext. 9102 or www.sspca.org
ALL WEEKEND
Physical theater
'Elephant's Graveyard'
What: Sideshow Physical Theatre, the resident professional company of the University of California, Davis' Department of Theatre & Dance, explores new performance forms that merge text, dance, video and film. This multimedia vessel delivers thought- provoking, intellectually stimulating productions that can't easily be classified as theater or dance alone. "Elephant's Graveyard," its latest production, explores the ancient themes of old age and dying, all with an artful and modern finesse.
When: 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday
Where: Studio Theatre, Mondavi Center, Mrak Hall Drive at Old Davis Road, Davis
Cost: $30
Info: (530) 754-2787 or www.theatredance.ucdavis.edu
TODAY & SATURDAY
Musical theater
'Tick, Tick … BOOM'
What: Theatrical new kids on the block New Helvetia Theatre offer up another modern gem in "Tick, Tick … BOOM," a story about the terrifying moment when professional artists ask, "What am I doing with my life?" Created by composer Jonathan Larson before he made "Rent," this partially autobiographical tale reminds us to pursue our dreams, even when obstacles tell us to get desk jobs. When: 8 p.m. today, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday. Through Nov. 14.
Where: Artisan Theatre, 1901 Del Paso Blvd., Sacramento
Cost: $12-$20
Info: (916) 469-9850
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