THEATER

Thru Nov 26
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre: King Lear
Three Globe Theatres that have existed in Southwark, London, since William Shakespeare made it famous in the early 1600s. The previous two were destroyed; the current incarnation was built in 1997. Globe Theatre’s expert touring company travels to Seattle for two nights of King Lear at the Moore with the titular role being played by Joseph Marcell (aka Geoffrey from The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air). Moore Theatre, $38–$58.

Nov 28–Dec 28
Pride and Prejudice
To celebrate 25 years of turning novels into theatrical works, Book-It Repertory Theatre stages a revival of one of its most beloved adaptations—Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. The holiday production captures Elizabeth Bennet’s classic comedic misgivings with English gentry and her romance with Mr. Darcy. Center House Theatre, $25–$50.

DANCE

Nov 28–Dec 28
Stowell and Sendak's Nutcracker
After 31 years and hundreds of performances, Pacific Northwest Ballet says farewell to Kent Stowell and Maurice Sendak’s version of Nutcracker. The bold and imaginative costumes dreamed up by the author of Where the Wild Things Aregave Seattle a Nutcracker unlike any other. McCaw Hall, $25–$146.

CONCERTS

Nov 28–30
Brandi Carlile with Seattle Symphony Orchestra
At this point, Brandi Carlile is basically an unofficial Seattle Symphony member. This outing marks her fourth year being backed by the orchestra at Benaroya Hall (including one live album recording). Expect Carlile to test out material from her upcoming album that is due next spring. Benaroya Hall, $53–$106.

Sat, Nov 29
NAVVI: EP Release Show
Built on the type of creative correspondance made famous by the Postal Service, Seattle electronic duo NAVVI was born when producer Brad Boettger began sending vocalist Kristin Henr beats to turn over in her brain, before eventually meeting to lay down vocals. The group's most new self-produced EP reflects NAVVI's dynamic DIY spirit. Tracks like "Palms" pulse with chilly energy, perfect for a cold Saturday night in the city. Barboza, $6.

BOOKS & TALKS

Sat, Nov 29
Indies First Day
Last year, acclaimed Seattle author Sherman Alexie, sick of the major retail outlets stomping out little bookstores, called on writers nationwide to do their part as booksellers. And the authors stepped up. Now Elliot Bay Book Company hosts its second Indies First Day. Local authors take shifts working in the bookstore, selling and signing their own books, as well as offering their extremely informed recommendations. The impressive lineup of participants includes Sherman Alexie himself, Langdon Cook, Becky Selengut, Robin Oliviera, and many more. Elliot Bay Book Company, free.

COMEDY

Fri, Nov 28
Laugh! Riot!
After all the painful "jokes" endured over the Thanksgiving dinner table, it'd be nice to get a real dose of comedy. Thankfully Seattle Theatre Group is here to help out on Black Friday. Established local comedians Derek Sheen and Ryan Casey host the first edition of Laugh! Riot!, a new quarterly standup showcase at the Neptune Theatre. In addition to a host of local performers, the inaugural edition features headliners Dan St. Germain (Conan, Comedy Central Presents) and Matt Kirshen (Last Comic Standing, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon). Seattle Repertory Theatre, $17–$122.

THE SPORTING LIFE

Thur, Nov 27
Seahawks at San Francisco 49ers
After stuffing yourself with turkey, do you really want to go out or would you rather plop in front of the TV and watch the Seahawks? We thought so. (Plus, there's not a lot going on Thanksgiving night.) The Seahawks and 49ers have both been disappointments so far this season, but it makes the first of their two matchups all the more vital for potential playoff positioning. Their knockdown, drag-out rivalry reignites for 2014 in what's arguably the biggest game of the year for the Seahawks. Here’s the routine for the past two regular seasons: The Hawks crush the 49ers in Seattle and lose close in San Francisco. So stealing the road game would give Seattle a commanding edge in the postseason picture. Televised on NBC.

VISUAL ART

Thru Mar 29
BAM Biennial 2014: Knock on Wood
The Bellevue Arts Museum has been known to get crafty, and every two years hones in on a specific craft-based medium to showcases the best of what our region has to offer. The last go-around focused on fiber, and ceramics preceded that. This year’s BAM Biennial explores possibly the humblest of materials: wood. Bellevue Arts Museum, $10.

FOOD & DRINK

Fri, Nov 28
RN74 Black Friday Happy Hour
Take a break from the frenzied shopping spree and drop in to RN74 for some frenzied eating a drinking. RN74's Black Friday happy hour menu includes $2 shucked-to-order oysters, and a special $6 menu including smoked salmon rillettes, heritage bacon deviled eggs, grilled Barhi dates, and of course their famous duck fat french fries. Wash it all down with a shot and a beer or a gin and tonic before heading back out into the shopping apocalypse. RN74, free.