COMEDY: In Living Color alum, Tony nominee, and all-around funny guy David Alan Grier takes the stage tonight. Laughter? Will ensue.

8 p.m. // Cobb's Comedy Club (915 Columbus) // $20.50-$25.50

ART: Cheap booze and fine "rock art" care of Chuck Sperry and Ron Donovan tempt you at the "Signs of Change" reception.

7 p.m. // Varnish Gallery (77 Natoma) // free

MUSIC: Rufus' father, songwriter/humorist Loudon Wainwright III, croons whip smart tunes for his adoring masses.

8 p.m. // Great American Music Hall (859 O'Farrell) // $28