Doubt: A Parable
Humboldt State University Studio Theater / 5 p.m. / Free / Free PWYC
Making its’ Humboldt County premiere, Lime Arts Productions presents this 75 minute one act drama directed by Roman Sanchez. It will take you on a deep exploration of uncertainty, following the lives of two Catholic nuns who question a new priest’s intentions at their church and suspect he has unhea
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Downtown Fortuna Holiday Open House
Fortuna / 5-8 p.m. / Free
From 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. enjoy strolling carolers, warm refreshments, holiday decor and enter to win Fortuna Bucks at local merchant shops.
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Arts!Arcata
Arcata / 6-9 p.m.
Monthly arts walk. Businesses on and around the Plaza stay open late featuring local art and music.
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Alice in Wonderland: The Dell’Arte Holiday Tour
Van Duzer Theater / 6:30-7:30 p.m. / Free
This nimble new piece from the Dell’Arte Company featuring original music and athletic acting, this isn’t your everyday Alice! Uprooted by family transition and trying to find her footing in a new town, Alice is having trouble adjusting to NorCal life.
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Bill Ayers: Demand the Impossible!
Northtown Books / 7-9 p.m.
“In an era defined by mass incarceration, endless war, economic crisis, catastrophic environmental destruction, and a political system offering more of the same, radical social transformation has never been more urgent, or seemed more remote.”
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Jack and the Holiday Beans
Arcata Playhouse / 7:30 p.m. / $12 / $10 Students & seniors / $8 kids 12 and under
“Jack and the Holiday Beans is a madcap take on the fairytale favorite where Jack sells his beloved cow for beans. In the tradition of the Arcata Playhouse Holiday show, this hilarious holiday comedy is filled with silly jokes, music, guest acts, and fun for the whole family.”
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Gremlins (1984)
Arcata Theatre Lounge / 7:30 p.m. / $5
No bright light, don’t get them him wet, and never feed them after midnight.
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colombinus
Gist Theater at HSU / 7:30 p.m. / $10 / $8 students, seniors / 18+
HSU Theatre presents “columbinus,” a docu-drama that looks at issues of alienation, hostility and social pressure in high schools and was suggested by the April 1999 massacre at Columbine High School in Colorado.
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Agatha Christies’ The Hollow
North Coast Repertory Theatre / 8-11 p.m.
One family reunion will end in murder. But that means the deadly game has just begun. Prepare yourself for a dark thriller by the master of suspense, Agatha Christie.
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A Charlie Brown Christmas
Ferndale Repertory Theatre / 8 p.m. / $16 / $8 youth
The classic animated television special comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation where Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the other Peanuts grapple with the real meaning of Christmas. This family favorite runs 60 minutes long with no intermission and is suitable for children ages 3 and above.
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The Nutcracker
Arkley Center For The Performing Arts / 8 p.m. / $25
North Coast Dance presents their annual holiday tradition. Features guest choreographers Ikolo and Sarah Griffin, a fantastic cast of local dancers, and world class guest performers.
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Character Projects
Dell’Arte’s Carlo Theatre / 8 p.m.
Dell’Arte’s 2nd year ensemble will undertake an investigation of the two main questions of the M.F.A. program: How does the physical actor transform and also reveal him or herself through the mask of character?
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Humboldt Chorale, University Singers with Humboldt Symphony
Fulkerson Recital Hall / 8-10 p.m. / $8 General / $5 Senior/Child / Free HSU students with ID
The Humboldt Chorale and University Singers join forces with the Humboldt Symphony to present the beloved Faure Requiem.
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Kingfoot
Logger Bar / 9-11:59 p.m. / Free / 21+
Hop, skip or jump on down for a full night of lively Kingfoot music on a cold winter’s night.
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Torrey Pines: Feature Film with Live Score
Minor Theatre / 9:30 p.m.-midnight / $7
Screening of the stop-motion animated feature film Torrey Pines by director Clyde Petersen! Based on a true story, the film is a queer punk coming-of-age tale, taking place in Southern California in the early 1990’s featuring a live score by the Your Heart Breaks band.
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Mos Generator, Year of the Cobra
Alibi / 11 p.m. / $7 / 21+
Heaviness.
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