Even without the Rogue, this weekend is packed. Here are a few more picks from the lively-arts side of the aisle:

1. "The Piano Lesson" opens at Fresno State. This August Wilson play, directed by Thomas-Whit Ellis, features professional actor Tucker Smallwood (who recently played God on the "Sarah Silverman Program") along with a student cast. Bryttani McGhee, pictured, plays the pivotal role of Berniece.

2. The 12th Annual International Flute Choir Festival at Fresno Pacific University features special guest Tadeu Coelho, 7 p.m. Friday, Ashley Auditorium.

3. Natasha Kislenko will give her first solo recital in Fresno since leaving her position at Fresno State in May 2007 to teach at the University of California at Santa Barbara. 7 p.m. Saturday, First Congregational Church, 2131 N. Van Ness.

4. The classic comedy "The Man Who Came to Dinner" is in its opening weekend at the 2nd Space Theatre. The large ensemble cast includes a rare area performance from Fresno State theater prof (and professional actor) Brad Myers. (Bee photo by Kurt Hegre)

5. It's the last weekend for February ArtHop venues, including Mary Maughelli's "Being a Woman" show at Gallery 25.