WEDNESDAY | JAN. 30

BRUCE ROBISON
LOWDOWN: Beer, burgers and one of the best country songwriters going today.
Not a bad trio.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Sam's Burger Joint,
330 E. Grayson St.
HOW MUCH: $7
INFO: (210) 223-2830; samsburgerjoint.com

THURSDAY | JAN. 31

KATE GILMORE OPENING RECEPTION, WALK-THROUGH
LOWDOWN: This exhibit, which runs through April 20, features work from the New York-based Gilmore, whose “video installations document the artist's performative works, which portray day-to-day struggles from a tragic yet humorous perspective.” Tragedy and humor blend together? It's almost as if Britney Spears' life story is being told in an art gallery.
WHEN:
6:30-8 p.m.
WHERE: Artpace San Antonio,
445 N. Main Ave.
HOW MUCH: Free
INFO: (210) 212-4900; artpace.org

FRIDAY | FEB. 1

CORY MORROW
LOWDOWN: Since being arrested three years back for DWI and drug possession, Morrow has changed his ways for the better and even channeled the experience into his songwriting. Nothing like turning a negative into a positive.
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: Cowboys Dancehall, 3030 NE Loop 410
HOW MUCH: $10-$20
INFO: (210) 224-9600; cowboys dancehall.com

SATURDAY | FEB. 2

ALAN JACKSON
LOWDOWN: Since hitting it big nearly 20 years ago, Jackson has placed approximately 70 singles on the Billboard Country charts. With staggering numbers like that, it's surprising he's not playing three shows.
WHEN: 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: AT&T Center
HOW MUCH: $10-$50
INFO: (210) 224-9600; attcenter.com

SUNDAY | FEB. 3

‘HOUSE'
LOWDOWN: And the coveted “post-Super Bowl” time slot goes to ..... a show about a drugged-out but brilliant doctor and the co-workers who tolerate him. Hey, with a writers’ strike ongoing, at least it's original programming.
WHEN: 9 p.m.
WHERE: Fox
INFO: fox.com/house
MONDAY | FEB. 4

‘THE SECOND COMING' PREMIERE
Lowdown: S.A. filmmaker and Sam Houston High grad Ya'Ke Smith hits the really big time when HBO premieres the 26-year-old's short film. The nine-minute movie tells the story of forgiveness and redemption between an estranged father and son. “The Second Coming” was the grand-prize winner at the Film Life & HBO American Black Film Festival last year in Los Angeles.
When: Feb. 4-March 3; it also will air on the regular HBO lineup beginning Feb. 7, with various airings throughout the month
 Where: HBO On Demand and regular HBO

TUESDAY | FEB. 5

SHERYL CROW, DETOURS
LOWDOWN: Hopefully, after a few lackluster efforts, this particular detour will lead Crow back to making the type of quality roots music that made her so popular in the first place.
WHEN: Releases today
INFO: sherylcrow.com

Other listings

Wednesday, Jan. 30

Auditions The Steven Stoli Playhouse is auditioning singers and dancers for its new performance troupe, The Company, which will perform revue shows at the Playhouse. To audition, bring 32 bars of sheet music or a karaoke track. Be prepared to learn a dance combination. Call or e-mail for times. Repeats tomorrow. The Steven Stoli Playhouse, 11838 Wurzbach. stolientertainment.com; maryclaire@ stolientertainment.com; (210) 408-0116

Raquel and the Mixx perform 8 p.m.-12 a.m. Free. Chacho's, 7870 Callaghan. chachos.com; (210) 366-2023

Our Body: The Universe Within Explore the inner workings of real human bodies at this so-gruesome-it's-cool exhibit that features 12 human bodies and 75 anatomical specimens. Jan. 26-May 26. $20 general admission. ticketmaster.com; wittemuseum.org; (210) 357-1900

Photography discussion Photographer Dulce Pinzón will discuss “The True Story of Superheroes,” her current exhibit featuring Mexican immigrants, clad in superhero outfits, on the job. The exhibit continues through Feb. 22. Ruth Taylor Recital Hall, Trinity University. trinity.edu; (210) 999-8406

‘Recuentos' exhibit Chicana artist Nova Gutierrez and Boricua artist Marisol Diaz examine memory and survival in their work. Exhibit up through Feb. 16. Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center School and Galeria, 723 S. Brazos. guadalupeculturalarts.org; (210) 271-3151

“Twilight's Edge” exhibit A solo exhibition of the work of artist Sabra Booth created during her recent residence in Finland. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Through March 16. Russell Hill Rogers Gallery, Navarro Campus of the Southwest School of Art & Craft, 1201 Navarro. (210) 271-3374; swschool.org

W-I-P Works-In-Progress/ Wednesdays-In-Performance is a monthly gathering for dancers and performers of all stripes to try out new work. This month's lineup will include contemporary ballet by Gabriel Zertuche, bellydance fusion by Alana Ouazanni and modern dance by Paula Cruz. 7 p.m. Jump-Start Theater, Blue Star Arts Complex, South Alamo & Probandt. $5, general admission; $3, students and seniors. jump-start.org; (210) 227-5867
 

Thursday, Jan. 31

Art workshops The Mono Print Talleres (Workshops), presented by San Anto Cultural Arts and the Art Department of Our Lady of the Lake University encourages artists of all levels to create Valentine's Day-themed prints at this session. Free. 411 S. W. 24th St. 5-8 p.m. ollusa.edu; (210) 557-9847

Comedy pachanga Comedy showcase featuring Rene Garcia and Jose Sarduy. Hosted by Mark Riojas. $10. 9:30 p.m. Luna Fine Music Lounge, 6740 San Pedro Ave. myspace.com/markriojas; (210) 710-4589

‘Lost' season premiere. Did Charlie really drown to death? Who's funeral does Jack attend in the future? And will they really be saved by this mysterious rescue team? We get answers to our burning questions during the season premiere – or probably not. Either way, we're still hooked. 7 p.m. ABC. abc.go.com/primetime/lost

‘Eli Stone' series premiere. An attorney suddenly sees visions of George Michael. With the ongoing writers' strike, it's the only thing that sounds interesting these days. 9 p.m. ABC. abc.go.com/primetime/elistone

The McKay Brothers Enjoy live music from 6-10 p.m. No cover. Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road. gruenehall.com; (830) 606-1281

‘Holding Hands' exhibit Check out the photography of Jeanna Goodrich. Opening reception 7-9 p.m. Exhibit continues through Feb. 27. Starbucks Coffee, 13429 San Pedro Ave. Free. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it ; (210) 490-0426

Jordan Pollack Trio Live jazz jam session. 8:30 p.m. Carmens de la Calle Café, 720 E. Mistletoe. carmensdelacalle.com; (210) 737-8272

Korean storytelling Chan E. Park, professor of Korean language, literature, and performance studies at Ohio State University, leads a performance of Pansori, Korea's signature storytelling art that combines romantic stories, morality plays and comedy with singing and drumming. Park will perform in English. 7 p.m. Chapman Auditorium, Trinity University. trinity.edu; (210) 999-7191

Salsa & merengue Lessons The Alianza LatinoAmericana group hosts classes for all levels. 6:30 p.m. Thursdays through February. International Folk Culture Center, Our Lady of the Lake University, 411 S. W. 24th St. $2. (210) 431-3922.

Friday, Feb. 1

Miranda Lambert Country's bad girl turns it up. 7:30 p.m. $10-$25. San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo, AT&T Center. sarodeo.com; ticketmaster.com.

‘Can You Pay the Gas Bill' Exhibit Sculpture from Austin artist Josh Welker. Opening reception: 6-9 p.m. Feb. 1. Exhibit open by appointment through Feb. 22. Three Walls, Studio 106D, Blue Star, Alamo at Probandt. (210) 212-7185

‘Family Devotions' Play exploring the effects of bigotry through the stories of three generations of a family. 8 p.m. Feb.1-10. 3 p.m. Sunday. Dark Monday. $20, general admission. $10, students with ID, military. Free with OLLU ID. 24th Street Theatre, Fine Arts Building, Our Lady of the Lake University. ollusa.edu

‘Nothing Without a Woman' Exhibit Hear us roar! This group show includes cutting-edge work from local female artists. Opening reception: 7-10 p.m. Exhibit through March 6. Casa Chiapas, 928 South Alamo. casachiapassa.net; leartwork.net; (210) 224-2606

‘Over Her Dead Body' Eva, what were you thinking? If you weren't our hometown girl, we wouldn't even be giving this rom-com about a dead woman who just won't let go a minute's thought. But since you're in it, we'll probably have to — sigh — go. See movie listings. Opens today.
overherdeadbody movie.com

Readers' Theatre The Gemini Ink Dramatic Readers Theater presents “ Black & Blue: 400 Years of Struggle and Transcendence.” Free. 7:30 p.m. Jo Long Theatre for the Performing Arts, The Carver Community Cultural Center, 226 N. Hackberry. geminiink.org

Sam's Burger Joint, 330 E. Grayson St. Enjoy Honky-Tonk Happy Hour with The Two-Timin' Four for free from 6-8:30 p.m. Then, rock out with the Seth Walker Band. 8 p.m. Feb. 1. $8. samsburgerjoint.com; (210) 223-2830

Saturday, Feb. 2

Alan Jackson Betcha can't spell “Chattahoochee.” 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. $10-$25. San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo, AT&T Center. sarodeo.com; ticketmaster.com

Conspirare Grammy-Award- nominated choral ensemble presents a program of traditional choral works, African American spirituals, folk songs, and other selections. 8 p.m. Laurel Heights Methodist Church, 227 W. Woodlawn Ave. conspirare.org

Gallery Nord, 2209 NW Military Hwy. Exhibit features Valerie Arber, prints; Karel Betman, jewelry; Kate Hunt, sculpture; Jim Jacobs, photography. Opening reception 5-8 p.m. Gallery talk with Kate Hunt 7 p.m. Feb. 4. Exhibit runs Noon-5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays through April 5. Free. gallerynord.com; (210) 348-0088

Gospel Hip Hop San Antonio gospel artist Souljah performs and leads a discussion about how art has impacted his life at “The Power of Gospel: Bringing Enlightenment to Our Generation through Music.” 1 p.m. Igo Library, 13330 Kyle Seale Parkway. Repeats 3:30 p.m. Feb. 23. Carver Library, 3350 East Commerce. sanantonio.gov/library; (210) 207-2500

Geronimo performs at Hangin' Tree, 18424 2nd St., Bracken. 9-1 p.m. $5. hangintree.com
; (210) 651-5812

Big Soy, AM Syndicate, and Yoshimoto, perform at The Limelight, 2718 N. St. Mary's St. Live music from 10 p.m. myspace.com/limelightsa; (210) 735-7775

Third Eye, a Tool tribute band, performs, WiseGuys, 502 Embassy Oaks 10 p.m. myspace.com/natedit; (210) 798-0750

Sunday, Feb. 3

“Fantasia In the Old Style” concert Classical program featuring violinist Mark Cheikhet, pianist Elena Portnaya, soprano Annalisa Mendiola and concert pianist Elena Gorina. Dessert reception following the performance. Free. 7 p.m. San Fernando Cathedral, 115 Main Plaza. musicalbridges.org; (210) 464-1534

“Meet the Fockers” If you wanted to watch TV tonight, your choices are pretty much either the Super Bowl or reruns. Or this lukewarm comedy starring Ben Stiller. It could be worse. You could watch “The Biggest Loser.” 8 p.m. ABC. abc.com.

Donn Walker performs, Pat O'Brien's, 121 Alamo Plaza Pop variety music every Sunday. 6 p.m. (210) 220-1076

Alexey Koltakov, Piano Recital The gold medal winner in the 2006 San Antonio International Piano Competition performs. Free. 4 p.m. St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 315 E. Pecan St. (210) 226-2426.

Monday, Feb. 4

San Antonio Chordsmen perform, Good Time Charlie's Café and Bar, 2922 Broadway Barbershop group plays 10:30 p.m. every Monday. (210) 828-5392

Gretchen Wilson Let's hear it for the original “Redneck Woman.” 7 p.m. $10-$25. San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo, AT&T Center. sarodeo.com; ticketmaster.com

“New Adventures of Old Christine” New TV! We will overcome this writers' strike yet. The third-season premiere of this Julia Louis-Dreyfus vehicle is on tonight. More importantly, Blair Underwood guest stars. 8:30 p.m. CBS. cbs.com/primetime/ old_christine/

Tuesday, Feb. 5

Photographer Alan Pogue Book Signing Award-winning documentary photog of Austin signs copies of “Witness for Justice: The Documentary Photographs of Alan Pogue,” a survey of his work from the 1960s to today, spanning a variety of countries. 5 p.m. The Twig, 5005 Broadway. thetwig.com

Brooks & Dunn How old are these guys, anyway? 7 p.m. $10-$25. San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo, AT&T Center. sarodeo.com; ticketmaster.com

Coach's Comedy Corner Check out this open-mic night of comedy with host Andy “Coach” Pastran. Free. 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Mario's Mexican Restaurant, 4841 Fredericksburg Rd. myspace.com/ comedycoachsa; (210) 535-2725

Film Screening Three films from the Human Rights Watch International Film Festival will be shown this week. Argentina's “Cocalero” is tonight. Discussions will follow each show. Free. 7 p.m. Feb. 5. Science Lecture Hall, Trinity University, 1 Trinity Place. trinity.edu; (210) 999-8169

“Vagina Monologues” Showcases select monologues from the show; this event is part of a citywide effort to raise awareness about violence against women. Presented by PuroSlam and V-Day San Antonio 2008. $3. 9 p.m., doors and DJ. 10 p.m., feature. Atomix, 1902 N. McCollough. http://events.vday.org/ 2008/World/San_Antonio_
(TVM); puroslam.com; (210) 733-3855

Walden Chamber Players Featuring 13 artists who perform in varying combinations of string, piano and wind ensembles, the Walden Chamber Players mix together classical and contemporary composers for a unique classical sound. 7:30 p.m. Ruth Taylor Recital Hall, Trinity University. Free. trinity.edu; (210) 999-8406

 
Coming Up

Feb. 6 : Film Screening “Hot House,” an Israeli film from the Human Rights Watch International Film Festival, will be shown. Discussion to follow. Free. 7 p.m. Science Lecture Hall, Trinity University, 1 Trinity Place. trinity.edu; (210) 999-8169.

Beginning Feb. 7: StoryCorps Bring friends and family for a chance to learn their stories at this nationwide initiative. Storycorps, which is committed to capturing Americans' personal stories, will be in San Antonio. 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.Thursdays, Fridays, and Mondays; 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. tpr.org; storycorps.net

Feb. 8: Feral Cats, Voodoo Lounge, 1210 E. Elmira Rock out with the felines. 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. (210) 224-0014