Fast, Cheap and Out of Control (1997) The latest acclaimed, offbeat documentary from master Errol Morris. Mich. 7 p.m.
Hijacking Hollywood (1997) Michigan native Neil Mandt's satire stars Henry Thomas (a.k.a. "E.T."'s Elliot). Mich. 9 p.m.
Diana Krall Trio Jazz vocalist/pianist's group will feature Russell Malone and Ben Wolfe. The Ark. $17.50. 7:30 and 9:30 p.m.
New Orleans Klezmer All-Stars With Jazzhead and Fez. Motor Lounge, Hamtramck. (313) 369-0090.
Stephen Rush Pianist and composer presents a concert/ritual of traditional Indian "Ye Mise Thura Linga." McIntosh Theater in the School of Music. Free.
3 Speed Local trio includes a stand-up bassist. Blind Pig. $4. 996-8555.
The Child and the Enchantments & The Nightingale Two one-act operas are presented through the School of Music's Opera Department. Power Center. 8 p.m. $8 with ID. 764-0450.
Escanaba in Da Moonlight Jeff Daniel's farcical slapstick comedy about life in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Purple Rose Theater, Chelsea, Mich. $20-$25. 8 p.m. 475-7902.
Fat Men In Skirts SA black comedy from Basement Arts. Arena theater, 1501 Frieze Building. 7 p.m.
A Little Night Music Stephen Sondheim's brilliant musical. Civic Playhouse, 2275 Platt Rd. 8 p.m. $16-$18. 971-AACT.
The Waiting Room Three women from various time periods meet in a medical waiting room. Performance Network, 408 W. Washington. 8 p.m. $12-$15. 663-0681.
Jim Henry Reading from his collection of short stories." Borders. 7:30 p.m. Free.
Ryszard Kapuscinski Polish journalist and author discussing "The Russian Puzzle: Why I Wrote Imperium." Rackham Ampitheatre. 8 p.m. Free.
The Life and Opinion of Masseur Ichi (1962) The times of a samurai warrior. Nat Sci. 7 p.m. Free.
Samurai Part III (1955) The story of the most famous warrior who sees the 19th-century consolidation of Japan. Nat. Sci. 8:30 p.m. Free.
Beethoven the Contemporary: Ursula Oppens Program launches a three-year cycle of the complete Beethoven sonatas. Features Oppens, one of America's great pianists. Rackham Auditorium. 8 p.m. $16-$30. 764-2538.
Indigo Girls Tentatively slated to play in next year's Lilith Fair. Hill Auditorium. $22.50-$25. 8 p.m.
Martin Sexton Boston folk do-it-all will play tonight and tomorrow. The Ark. $15. 8 p.m.
KMFDM Boy, do they hate Depeche Mode! Clutch Cargo's, Pontiac. (810) 333-2362.
The Leisure Project Rock, blues and funk explosion. Touchdown Cafe. Cover Required. 10 p.m.
Pat Metheny Group Grammy-winning jazz ensemble ventures in Detroit. State Theatre, Detroit. (313) 961-5450.
Zooru Clarinets and saxophones abound in group that used to be known as Small change. Blind Pig. $5. 996-8555.
The Child and the Enchantments & The Nightingale See Thursday. 8 p.m.
Escanaba in Da Moonlight See Thursday. 8 p.m.
Fat Men in Skirts See Thursday. 7 and 11 p.m.
A Little Night Music See Thursday 8 p.m.
The Waiting Room See Thursday 8 p.m.
Ron Suny Signing copies of his book, "The Soviet Experiment: Russia, the USSR, and the Successor States." Shaman Drum. 4 p.m. Free.
Con Jai Nai 4 An all-day screening of Japanimation at its finest. MLB 3. 10 a.m. Free.
Lawrence of Arabia (1962) Director David Lean's Academy Award-winning desert epic. Nat. Sci. 7:30 & 9:30 p.m.
Batman and Robin (1997) Hopefully, the final horrible installment in the once-innovative fantasy film series. Angell Hall Aud A. 8 p.m.
Goldfinger With the wonderfully named Save Ferris opening. St. Andrew's Hall, Detroit. (313) 961-MELT.
Hip Hop 101: Classroom Essentials DJ Chino and DJ MoChanges host showcase. League Underground. $5. 8 p.m.
Ekoostik Hookah Expect plenty of hairy clones doing that idiotic noodle dance. Blind Pig. $8. 996-8555.
Brian Lillie Supporting his locally-acclaimed album, "Rowboats." The Gypsy Cafe, 214 N. 4th Ave. $3. 9:30 p.m.
Mahogany and Auburn Lull Dreampop from East Lansing. Halfway Inn, East Quad. $3. 9:30 p.m.
Martin Sexton This performance is opened by Dee Carstensen. The Ark. $15. 8 p.m.
Slaughter Up all night, sleep all day. Harpo's, Detroit. (313) 824-1700.
Women's Glee Club One of the campus' largest vocal groups. Hill Auditorium. 8 p.m. Free.
The Child and the Enchantments & The Nightingale See Thursday. 8 p.m.
Escanaba in Da Moonlight See Thursday. 3 & 8 p.m.
Fat Men in Skirts See Thursday. 7 p.m.
A Little Night Music See Thursday 2 & 8 p.m.
The Waiting Room See Thursday 8 p.m.
Tnuatron Dance Theater Israeli troupe of teen-age dancers present a contemporary dance performance. Mich. 7 p.m. $10 for children, $20 for adults. 764-2538.
Beethoven the Contemporary: American String Quartet Second performance in the Beethoven series. Rackham Auditorium. 4 p.m. $16-$30. 764-2538.
G. Love & Special Sauce Tastiest export from Philly this side of cheese steaks. Mich. $16.50. 7:30 p.m.
Jimmie's Chicken Shack Has no function. Magic Bag, Ferndale. $7. 8 p.m. (248) 544-1991.
Peggy Seeger Folk legend returns from her 30 years of living abroad in England. The Ark. $12.50. 8 p.m.
Squirrel Nut Zippers Surprising lounge heroes come to the area. Clutch Cargo's, Pontiac. (810) 333-2362.
The Child and the Enchantments & The Nightingale See Thursday. 2 p.m.
Escanaba in Da Moonlight See Thursday. 2 p.m.
A Little Night Music See Thursday 2 p.m.
The Waiting Room See Thursday 2 & 7 p.m.
Rhythm Writers Featuring a book designing and marketing workshop. Ann Arbor Art Center. 2 p.m. Free.
Spotlight Walk An opportunity to venture outdoors at night. Leslie Science Center, 1831 Traver Road. $4 per person, $15 per family. 7-8:30 p.m.
"Witness"- 10th Anniversary Celebration Peter Stine, the editor of the Michigan-based journal. Shaman Drum. 2-4:00 p.m. Free.
The Apartment (1960) Jack Lemmon stars in the classic comedy that won Best Picture. Mich. 4:10 p.m.
Fast, Cheap and Out of Control See Thursday. Mich. 7 & 9 p.m.
Gigi (1958) Vincente Minnelli's Academy Award-winning musical. Mich. 2 p.m.
Secret Daughter (1996) Documentary about the filmmaker and her relationship with her white mother. Angell Hall Aud B 6:30 p.m. Free.
Smithee Night A tribute to Alan Smithee, the most famous phantom filmmaker in Hollywood. Green 7 p.m. Free.
Bird of Paradise Orchestra A big band jazz ensemble. Bird of Paradise. $3. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
Harry Connick Jr. Not an entirely terrible actor, either. Detroit Music Hall, Detroit. (248) 348-2800.
The Meaning of Life University students write and present original plays that confront social issues. Location TBA. 9 p.m. Free. 769-0500 ext. 433.
Miles Hoffman National Public Radio contributor discussing "The NPR Classical Music Companion." Borders. 7:30 p.m. Free.
Persona (1967) Ingmar Bergman's self-referential drama. Mich. 4:10 p.m. Free.
West Side Story (1961) The famous update of "Romeo and Juliet" that won numerous Oscars. Mich. 7 p.m.
John McLaughlin Guitar virtuoso plays another area gig. The Majestic Theater, Detroit. (313) 833-9700.
Lords of Acid Not quite as melodic as the Beatles. Clutch Cargo's, Pontiac. (810) 333-2362.
Sawdoctors Lauded Irish folk-rockers come to Ann Arbor. The Ark. $13.50. 8 p.m.
University Philharmonic Orchestra Show featuring works by Elgar, Vaughn-Williams and Dvorak. Conducted by Pier Calabria. Hill Auditorium. Free. 8 p.m.
JKeith Taylor Ann Arbor poet reading with the University Visiting Writers series. Rackham Ampitheatre. 4 p.m. Free.
George Rabasa Reading from "Floating Kingdom." Shaman Drum. 8 p.m. Free.
Flamenco (1995) Documentary about the mysterious dance form. Mich. 7 p.m.
Fast, Cheap and Out of Control (1997) See Thursday. Mich 9:15 p.m.
Big Ass Truck Plays tunes from its new album, "Kent." Motor Lounge, Hamtramck. (313) 369-0090.
Orpheus Chamber Orchestra Performs works by Handel, Mozart and Elizabeth Brown with pianist Richard Goode. Hill Auditorium. $16-$45. 8 p.m.
Karen Pernick Supporting her CD debut of contemporary folk. The Ark. $10. 8 p.m.
Wesley Willis Kooky, less-than-tuneful Chicago keyboardist returns to town. Blind Pig. $5. 996-8555.
Yoruba-Inspired Poetry Reading An Acknowledgement of African heritage. Washtenaw Community College, Morris Lawrence Building Art Gallery. 6:30 p.m. Free.
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