PETER HARTLAUB’S POP CULTURE AND COMEDY PICKS
Sally Yates: The former U.S. deputy attorney general, who became a heroic figure to progressives after she was fired by President Trump, is making her first appearance at the City Arts & Lectures series. She’s in conversation at the Nourse Theater with Jeffrey Toobin. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6. Nourse Theater, S.F. www.city arts.net
Lyle Lovett and Robert Earl Keen: The two cult country stars, who have built their own loyal followings after decades of touring, are appearing together onstage. They’ll use their strengths as storytellers and authentic voices in an all-acoustic format. 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 7. Fox Theatre, Redwood City. https://foxrwc.showare.com
The Pack: The Berkeley rap group broke big in the 2000s, led by Lil B the BasedGod. He’s not billed to appear in this show, but original members Young L and Lil Uno will be around to perform “Vans” and other favorites at the New Parish in Oakland. 9 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8. New Parish, Oakland. https://thenewparish.com
Mo’Nique: The Baltimore comedian has been on “The Parkers” and had parts in many movies, but she does her best work on the road in front of a live audience. Mo’Nique has four shows over two days at the San Jose Improv. Friday and Saturday, Feb. 9 and 10. San Jose Improv. https://sanjose. improv.com
Con Funk Shun: The funk and soul group formed in Vallejo, released several popular albums through the 1970s and produced some of MC Hammer’s biggest hits. Original members Michael Cooper and Cedric Martin and longtime contributor Felton Pilate are still touring. Con Funk Shun plays five shows through Monday at Yoshi’s. Saturday through Monday, Feb. 10 through 12. Yoshi’s, Oakland. www.yoshis.com