6/27/12: Today’s Tips: Wednesday

THEATER: “Black Tie” @ the Wood Theater, Glens Falls. It’s opening night for the Adirondack Theatre Festival’s production of A.R. Gurney’s acclaimed comedy that’s set on the shores of Lake George. Directed by Terry Rabine. 7:30pm. Through Saturday.

MUSIC: The Nue Collective @ Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs. A night of electronic and piano music brought to you by four talented experimental musicians: Tristan Allen (Amanda Palmer’s not only a big fan; she’s also a collaborator), Faust Goul, Skeleton Zoo and Gossamer. 7pm. $10; students $5.

MUSIC: Flame @ Freedom Park, Scotia. 7pm. FREE.

THEATER: “The Blue Deep” @ Williamstown Theatre Festival, Williamstown. It’s opening night for the world premiere of Lucy Boyle’s honest and funny play examining a mother-daughter relationship. Directed by Bob Balaban and starring Blythe Danner. 7:30pm. $35. Through Sunday, July 8.

MUSIC: G. Love & Special Sauce @ the Pearl Street Ballroom, Northampton. The former Skidmore student and his band land in Northampton in advance of their upcoming CD, “Fixin’ to Die,” produced by the Avett Brothers. With Kristy Lee. 8:30pm. $20.

MUSIC: Aquanett @ Green Island Bridge parking lot, Troy. The weekly Rockin’ On the River concert series kicks off its tribute to tribute bands with ’80s retro-rockers. 5pm. FREE.

MUSIC: The New York Players @ Taste, Albany. 6pm.

MUSIC: Country Express @ North End Firehouse, Rensselaer. 6pm. FREE.