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  1. Danity Kane 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12, at Ace of Spades. Come out for a night of live music performed by these pop legends, with Jules Liesl. Tickets from $54.
  2. Sacramento Kings vs. Los Angeles Lakers 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12, at Golden 1 Center. Support your Kings as they take on Luka Doncic and the Lakers. Tickets from $84. The Kings also play the Knicks on Jan. 14. Tickets from $31.
  3. ‘The Lion King’ 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays, Jan. 13-25, at the SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center. The Broadway musical transforms Disney’s animated classic into a theatrical spectacle. Set on the African savanna, it follows Simba from cub to king as he contends with Scar’s betrayal, Mufasa’s legacy, and his bond with Nala, guided by Rafiki and friends Timon and Pumbaa. Tickets from $45.
  4. Charles McBee – Live Comedy 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, at Laughs Unlimited Comedy Club. This razor-sharp NYC stand-up comedian and writer brings hilarious, heartfelt commentary about growing up in a world before Wi-Fi straight to the stage. Tickets are $29.
  5. Sacramento State Men’s Basketball 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, vs. Northern Arizona and 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, vs. Northern Colorado, at Hornet Pavillion. Tickets from $32.
  6. ‘Tina: The Tina Turner Musical’ 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, and 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Jan. 15-18, at the Harris Center, 10 College Parkway, Folsom. An uplifting comeback story like no other, “Tina: The Tina Turner Musical” is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters. Tickets from $45.
  7. Corey Rodrigues – Live Comedy 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Jan. 16-17, at Laughs Unlimited Comedy Club. Rodrigues is a highly sought after national touring college, club and corporate performer. His comedy is honest and fun, constantly peppering in stories from his life and the lives of those around him. Tickets are $25.
  8. Marcus D. Wiley – Live Comedy 7 p.m., Friday-Sunday and 9:15 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Jan. 16-18, at Punch Line Comedy Club. Marcus D. Wiley is a premiere entertainer whose class of comedy surpasses the status quo. Tickets from $32.
  9. Cedric The Entertainer – Live Comedy 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16, at Thunder Valley Casino, Lincoln. The American actor, comedian, producer, and TV show host has spent decades delivering laughs on stages big and small. Cedric is best known for his side-splitting standup material while touring as one of the Original Kings of Comedy. Tickets from $70.
  10. Annual Jack and Jill Readers Are Leaders Book Giveaway 3-5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, at Underground Books. Join the Sacramento Chapter Teens of Jack and Jill of America Inc. as they inspire young minds and uplift our community through the power of reading. There will be youth led book readings of popular children’s books, a free book for every child, and light refreshments. Free, attendees must register. 
  11. Patti Labelle & Gladys Knight 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, at Thunder Valley Casino, Lincoln. This duo performance brings together the “Godmother of Soul” and the “Empress of Soul” for an evening of legendary R&B, soul, and gospel hits. Recent reviews of their joint performances describe them as a “celebration of timeless greatness,” featuring a mix of solo sets and potentially shared moments on stage, often accompanied by strong background vocalists and a full band. Tickets from $77.