Jan. 5

The Moodswingz. 7 p.m. Music provided by Bob and Elizabeth Spencer, who list Nat King Cole and Ella Fitzgerald as musical influences. Bob Spencer performs the lead vocals and plays the mandolin, harp, and sax, while Elizabeth performs back-up vocals and plays the bass and guitar. Free. Java K’s Coffeehouse, 3801 Lawndale Dr. javaks.com .

Jan. 10-Jan. 12

Hungarian Dances and More. 7 p.m. Thursday; 8 p.m. Friday. A collection of Hungarian dances, featuring works by Beethoven, Massenet, and Glasunov. Pieces include Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4 and Massenet’s Scenes Alsaciennes. $36/$31/ $26/$21; $5 students with ID. 336-335-5456 ex. 223. War Memorial Auditorium, Greensboro Coliseum Complex. greensborosymphony.org .

Jan. 11

The Hills of Home. 8 p.m. Bluegrass legend Doc Watson, appearing with Richard Watson and David Holt, has been playing for 50 years and has won seven Grammys. The trio will perform Appalachian music. $32.50/$27.50/$22.50. 336-333-2605. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St. carolinatheatre.com .

  Jan. 11

The Taste of Sunrise. 8 p.m. The play — presented in both spoken English and American Sign Language — takes place within the mind of the main character, Tuc, as he remembers events from his childhood, including the fever that made him deaf. $12/$10 students, seniors, and children. 336-334-4849. Taylor Theatre, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 450 Tate St. uncg.edu.

Jan. 11-Jan. 13

Once on this Island. 5 p.m. Friday; 7 p.m. Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. The Community Theater of Greensboro presents a one-act musical based on the novel My Love, My Love by Rosa Guy. Taking place in the Antilles, the story is about a stormy night when booming thunder makes a small girl cry. As she sobs, four storytellers comfort her with their stories. $10/$7. 336-333-7470. Community Theater of Greensboro, 200 N. Davie St. ctgso.org .

100 Years of Broadway. 7 p.m. Backed by a live band, stars re-create songs in this tribute to the finest musicals of the century, including South Pacific, Chicago, and Wicked. $5.50–$30.50. 336-333-2605. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St. carolinatheatre.com .

Jan. 17

John Irving Fiction Reading. 8 p.m. The MFA Writing Program at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and The Greensboro Review host a fiction reading by best-selling author John Irving. Irving’s critically acclaimed works include A Prayer for Owen Meany, The Cider House Rules, and The World According to Garp. Free. Elliott University Center, UNCG, 1000 Spring Garden St. uncg.edu/eng/mfa.

Jan. 19

Paula Poundstone. 8 p.m. Appearing on stage with a stool, a microphone, and a can of Diet Pepsi, Poundstone delights crowds with quick wit and spontaneous humor. A frequent panelist on the popular NPR show Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me, Poundstone makes each two-hour show one-of-a-kind. $39.50/$34.50/$24.50. 336-333-2605. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St. carolinatheatre.com .

Jan. 19

African-American Book Discussion. 2 p.m. The book of the month is Life Lessons for My Sisters: How to Make Wise Choices and Live a Life You Love! by Natasha Munson. The text works to empower women of all ages and inspire them to build a foundation for a productive and fulfilling life. Free. 336-373-7540. Benjamin Branch Library, 1530 Benjamin Pkwy.

Jan. 19 & Jan. 20

Movin’ Out, the Tony Award-winning musical conceived, choreographed, and directed by Twyla Tharp based on 24 classic songs by Billy Joel, will open at War Memorial Auditorium on Saturday, January 19. Interestingly, it has a Greensboro connection. Based on the original Broadway production, the show features the work of Stuart Malina (inset picture). From 1996 to 2003, Malina served as Music Director of the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra.

This engagement of Movin’ Out will mark the Greensboro premiere of the show that critics say revolutionized musical theater as we know it. “So exhilarating and soul-stirring, it practically bursts out of the theatre,” wrote Time magazine. “Movin’ Out is electrifying! The union of Tharp and Joel is one made in heaven,” raved the Chicago Tribune.

The Broadway production of Movin’ Out played for more than three years, joining the pantheon of great Broadway dance musicals when it received two 2003 Tony Awards — one for Tharp (best choreography) and one for Joel (best orchestrations), which he shared with Stuart Malina.

Jan. 26

Dancing with the Stars — The Tour. 7:30 p.m. One of ABC’s top-rated shows, Dancing with the Stars, takes its most popular dance teams on the road to re-create the thrilling dances. Performers include Marie Osmond, Wayne Newton, and Sabrina Bryan. 866-448-7849. Greensboro Coliseum, 1921 W. Lee St. dancing withthestars.aeglive.com .

Jan. 26

Eileen Ivers and Immigrant Soul. 8 p.m. A seven-time all-Ireland fiddle champion and best-selling recording artist, Eileen Ivers showcases her unique Irish-fusion sound. $24.50/$22.50. 336-333-2605. Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St. carolinatheatre.com .

Jan. 26

Tumblebees Show Team Performance. 11 a.m. The Tumblebees Ultimate Gym Show Team will demonstrate its acrobatic ability and highlight the benefits of gymnastics by performing acts of flexibility, strength, coordination, and endurance. Free with admission. 336-574-2898. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St. gcmuseum.com .

Jan. 27

Mrs. Warren’s Profession. 7:30 p.m. A comedy by George Bernard Shaw, the play attempts to explain the relationship between working women and the men who seek to love or control them. It pits a mother with street smarts against a daughter with a college education and, in turn, creates a provocative and amusing battle. $16. 336-272-0160. Triad Stage at the Pyrle Theatre, 232 S. Elm St. triadstage.org .

Jan. 27

Islam: History, Traditions, and Practices. 4 p.m. Learn about basic principles and concepts of Islam, specific differences between sects, and more. This program is made possible through a grant from the North Carolina Humanities Council’s Road Scholars speakers bureau. It is presented by Fasih Ahmed, professor of sociology and social work at NC A&T. Free. 336-373-7540. Benjamin Branch Library, 1530 Benjamin Pkwy.