Clark College Theatre presents “Curse of the Starving Class,” a dark comic exploration of the American family with an absurdist twist. The Tate clan consists of a drunken father, a burned-out mother, a rebellious teen daughter and idealistic son trying to hold onto their family bond, rural farm and traditional ways of living.
When: 2 and 7:30 p.m. today.
Where: Decker Theater, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver.
Admission: $13, $11 for seniors, $9 for students and alumni.
Telephone: 360-992-2815.
Web: clark.edu/cc/theater
The production is among options for getting out and about this weekend.
2. Concert for arts
Portland pianist and band leader Michael Allen Harrison will be giving a benefit concert for the Seton Catholic Prep’s fine arts programs. The concert will also feature a performance by the Seton Choir. Harrison is best known for his philanthropic Ten Grands concert series.
When: 4 p.m. Sunday.
Where: St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 8701 N.E. 119th St., Vancouver
Admission: $20, $15 for seniors.
Telephone: 360-258-1932.
3. Last chance
Three high school theater productions will give their final fall performances tonight at 7 p.m.
o Woodland High School Drama Department presents “Diary of Anne Frank,” following the two years Jewish teenager Anne Frank and her family spent in hiding with the Van Daan family during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands during World War II. Recommended for ages 13 and older.
