11/12/14: Today’s Tips: Wednesday

FILM: “Kumu Hina” @ Sage Colleges’ the Opalka Gallery, Albany. In a world that pushes gender nonconformity, imagine a place where a little boy can grow up to be the woman of his dreams, and a young girl can rise to become a leader among men. Welcome to Kumu Hina’s Hawaii, where there’s a place in the middle for all. A new documentary by Emmy Award-winning directors Dean Hamer and Joe Wilson. 7pm. $5.

WORKSHOP: Laurie Anderson @ EMPC at RPI, Troy. The internationally renowned performance artist and storyteller leads a two-hour class in the basic moves and approaches to tai chi and how it can help shape the music and art we make. 6:30 & 8:30pm.

MUSIC: Jacob Whitesides @ the Iron Horse Music Hall, Northampton. YouTube sensation. With Alex Preston. 7pm. $25.

MUSIC: Matt Dalton @ the College of St. Rose’s Jack’s Place, Albany. Recently returned from Boston, Dalton is debuting new music and a new band line-up, featuring drummer Avery Witherell, bassist Brendon Lennon and guitarist Pat Flores. 7:30pm. FREE.

STORYTELLING/OPEN MIC: Storytelling Open Mic @ Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs. With featured storyteller Marni Gillard. 7pm. $3.