Where does the concert end and the play begin? This project blurs the lines by imagining the farewell concert of a fictional, 70s-era troubadour who’s off to join the Sufi Brotherhood—just as soon as she loses the FBI agents on her tail. This is the latest dream-pop musical-theater creation from New York artist Cynthia Hopkins—her Accidental Nostalgia, which appeared during last year’s Out There series, was such a hit that the Walker commissioned this sequel shortly thereafter. Once again, and much to the delight of music fans, Hopkins’ band Gloria Deluxe plays an integral role. This five-piece outfit recently opened for Patti Smith and David Byrne (and can easily stand on its own); the group admirably amalgamates garage rock, alt-country, Billie Holiday-style jazz, and cabaret into melodic heartbreakers. 612-375-7600; www.walkerart.org
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