Trouble In Paradise (1932) A jewel heist goes awry when one of the thieves falls for an intended victim. Mich. 7 p.m.
The Garden of the Finzi Continis (1971) A Jewish family ignores the threat of Nazi Germany until it becomes too late. Academy Award winner for Best Foreign Film. With subtitles. Mich. 9 p.m.
Earthcrisis With guest Downset. St. Andrew's Hall. Call (313) 961-MELT.
Evan and Jaron Band Atlanta college-rock duo. Rick's. 9:30 p.m.
TopKat Danceable R&B originals. With The Still. Blind Pig. 9:30 p.m. $5.
Dancing at Lughnasa Kim Rubenstein directs the play about five unmarried sisters who eke out a living in 1930s rural Ireland. The action centers around the five sisters as they listen to their first radio as the pagan festival of Lughnasa is celebrated. Winner of the 1992 Tony Award for Best Play. Mendelssohn Theater, Michigan League. 8 p.m. $14, $18 reserved, (Students with ID: $7). Call 764-0450.
Labor Day When two couples are visited by a mysterious guest, they have a holiday they won't forget in Kim Carney's latest original play. Garage Theater, 137 Park, Chelsea. 8 p.m. $10-$20. Call 475-7902.
Fiction Reading Jaimy Gordon reads from "She Drove Without Stopping," as part of the University's Visiting Writers Series. Rackham Amphitheatre. 5 p.m. Free.
Self Images Works by and about women recovering from food, weight and diet obsession. Pierpont Commons Gallery. Runs through Feb. 20.
Ridicule (1997) Set on the eve of the French Revolution, this French farce follows a modest working man who uses his wits to enter the court of Louis XVI. Mich. 7 and 9:15 p.m.
You Can't Take It With You (1938) Frank Capra's Oscar winner depicts the comedic adventures of a family that gives up work and taxes for a life of spontaneity. Nat Sci. 7 p.m.
Mr. Smith Goes To Washington (1939) Jimmy Stewart portrays a naive country boy who learns about the corrupt world of politics the hard way. Nat Sci. 9:15 p.m.
Brother Rabbit College pop / rock band plays covers and originals. Rick's. 9:30 p.m.
Alvin "Youngblood" Hart Acoustic bluesman appears at Schoolkid's Records at 4 p.m., then makes his Ann Arbor concert debut at the Blind Pig. 9:30 p.m. $8 in advance. Call (810) 645-6666.
RFD Boys Local bluegrass heroes perform acoustic tunes. The Ark. 8 p.m. $9 at door.
Dancing at Lughnasa See Thursday. 8 p.m.
Labor Day See Thursday. 8 p.m.
Book Signing University professor Alina Clej signs copies of "A Genealogy of the Modern Self." Shaman Drum. 4-6 p.m. Free.
Paradise Lost (1996) When three 8-year-old boys are murdered in a small southern community, the town is shocked and is forced to re-evaluate its morals. Mich. 3:30 p.m.
Animania This Japanese animation festival features the month's best and most innovative cartoon adventures. MLB 3. 5 p.m.
Blade Runner: The Director's Cut (1982) Ridley Scott's futuristic noir comes to life in its original brilliance as cop Harrison Ford rids the world of humanoids. Nat Sci. 7 and 9:30 p.m.
Ridicule See Friday. Mich. 7 and 9:15 p.m.
Jerry Maguire (1996) The Oscar-nominated Tom Cruise blockbuster screens as part of the film series for the hearing impaired. Angell Aud A. 8 p.m. Free.
Ray Charles and the Ann Arbor Symphony See this soul music legend perform - support Top of the Park. Hill Auditorium. 8 p.m. $15-$65 in advance. Call 764-2538.
Barbara Cohen Former member of Farm Accident. The Ark. 8 p.m. Free.
Solid Frog Modern rock originals from this radio-friendly band. With 19 Wheels. Blind Pig. 9:30 p.m. $5.
Vertical Horizon Acoustic four-piece band from Boston. Rick's. 9:30 p.m.
Dancing at Lughnasa See Thursday. 8 p.m.
Labor Day See Thursday. 8 p.m.
Informal Vintage Dancing Vintage couple dancing to a wide variety of recorded music. Dance Gallery Studio, 111 3rd St. 8:30-10:30 p.m. $3.
RHA Winter Formal Dance Formal dance hosted by the University's Residence Hall Association. Open to any University student. 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Michigan Union Ballroom. Tickets available at Union Ticket Office, couples $10, singles $6.
The Passion of Joan of Arc (1927) This silent classic about the child saint was believed to be lost forever until it was found in the janitor's closet of a Norway mental institution. Presented with orchestra accompaniment. Mich. 7 p.m.
Ann Arbor Bluestage Play your own brand of blues. Blind Pig. 9 p.m. $2.
Audrey Becker Local singer / songwriter plays acoustic originals. The Ark. 8 p.m. $6.
Jerry Sprague and the Remainders College rock cover band from East Lansing. Rick's. 9:30 p.m.
Dancing at Lughnasa See Thursday. 2 p.m.
Labor Day See Thursday. 2 and 7 p.m.
Ridicule See Friday. Mich 7 and 9:15 p.m.
The Bomb Another East Lansing band that plays covers. Rick's. 9:30 p.m.
Poetry Reading Poet and playwright Elise Bryant reads from her work. Guild House. 8:30 p.m. Free.
The Awful Truth (1937) Love blooms again as divorcees Cary Grant and Irene Dunne attempt to ruin each other's lives. Mich. 4:10.
Mi Vida Loca (1995) Female gang members examine their turbulent lives in LA's Echo Park. 1013 Dow. 5:30 p.m. Free.
The Third Man (1949) A young American becomes a detective and goes to meet a mysterious friend in postwar Vienna, with dangerous consequences. Mich. 7 p.m.
Ridicule See Friday. Mich. 7 and 9:15 p.m.
Cibo Matto Come see these crazy gals sing "Know Your Chicken." St. Andrew's Hall. Doors open at 7 p.m. $9.75. Call (810) 645-6666.
Open Mic Show off your open mic skills. Blind Pig. 9:30 p.m. $2.
TopKat R&B inflected dance originals. Rick's. 9:30 p.m.
Poetry Reading The University's Visiting Writers Series hosts poet William Matthews, reading from "Time & Money." Rackham Amphitheatre. 4 p.m. Free.
The Third Man See Tuesday. Mich. 5 p.m.
Ann Arbor Film Festival An open screening featuring films to be shown during March's 35th Ann Arbor Film Festival. Gypsy Cafe. 7 p.m. Free.
Ridicule See Friday. Mich. 7:15 and 9:30 p.m.
Black Fuzz Ypsi-based funky rock. Blind Pig. 9:30 p.m.
Chalk Farm With guests Tonic and Expanding Man. St. Andrew's Hall. Call (313) 961-MELT.
Hello Dave Chicago's own acoustic rockers. Rick's. 9:30 p.m.
Amy Rigby Roots rock singer tours in support of her new album, "Diary of a Mod Housewife." The Ark. 8 p.m. $T.B.A.
They Might Be Giants Quirky, yet fun, these two Johns are sure to liven up Eastern Michigan University, but first they'll be at Wherehouse Records. 4 p.m. Free.
Labor Day See Thursday. 8 p.m.
Book Signing Michael Woods signs copies of "Afromation: 366 Days of American History." Borders. 7:30 p.m. Free.