On The Grid – 1/14/15

JAN 16-17 FRI-SAT

BREAK LEGS OR DIE TRYING
AT THE ARTS AT MARKS GARAGE

On The Spot Improv invites brave thespians to write, direct and produce an original 15-minute musical — oh, and you only have 24 hours to complete the task. The challenge begins Friday at 6 p.m., followed by the performances at 8 p.m. Saturday. Tickets to the live shows cost $10. artsatmarks.com

NICK SWARDSON
AT THE REPUBLIK

Comedian Nick Swardson has appeared numerous times alongside Adam Sandler in films, or you may know him best from Reno 911! And this week, he brings his quirky characters to The Republik for two performances. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. both nights. Tickets cost $39 for premium admission or $29 for regular admission, with a $5 increase the day of the show. jointherepublik.com

NICK SWARDSON

Laugh it up with comedian Nick Swardson AT THE REPUBLIK 7:30 P.M. JAN. 16-17

JAN 17 SAT

FOSTER CARE ORIENTATION
AT HAWAIIAN HUMANE SOCIETY

If your New Year’s resolution was to volunteer more, or if you just like adorable animals, stop in at the Humane Society at 1 p.m. to learn about fostering a pet. The program saves thousands of homeless pets, with an average of 150 animals in foster care at any time. Contact HHS to sign up and for more info. hawaiianhumane.org

REFRESH
AT OUR KAKAAKO

Honolulu Night Market presents its latest block party celebration, this time with the theme “Refresh” — perfect to continue New Year celebrations. This month also will feature a “fresh” look. If you haven’t yet checked out Night Market, you’ve been missing out on the best in fashion, food, vendors and more. Follow the fun with #HNLNightMarket. honolulunightmarket.com

ADVENTURE CLUB
AT THE REPUBLIK

Continuing with what seems like a golden age for EDM in Honolulu, Canadian duo Adventure Club performs on night one of what is being dubbed Electric Palms’ Dream Weekend. The show kicks off at 10 p.m., but doors to The Safehouse open at 9. Tickets cost $45, and that fee includes a second concert the following night (see above). jointherepublik.com

JAN 18 SUN

BORGEOUS
AT THE REPUBLIK

DJ and music producer John Borger, better known by his stage name BORGEOUS, finishes up Electric Palms’ Dream Weekend with a Sunday night concert at The Republik. The show starts at 10 p.m. Combo tickets that include the previous night’s show with Adventure Club (see below) are $45. jointherepublik.com