DEC. 5

The Stylistics, known for a string of consecutive Top 10 hits in the ’70s, return to Honolulu with their Philly soul sound and songs including "Betcha by Golly Wow" and "I’m Stone in Love With You."

4 and 8 p.m. / Blaisdell Concert Hall / $37.50-$49.50 / ticketmaster.com or 866-448-7849

DEC. 12

Jake Shimabukuro & Friends put on their annual hometown show, with eclectic music from his trio and special guests including Brent Nitta on piano and dancer Malia Yamamoto.

8 p.m. / Hawaii Theatre / $30-$60 / hawaiitheatre.com or 528-5535

DEC. 18-20

Ballet Hawaii presents the holiday favorite "The Nutcracker," starring principal dancers from the New York City Ballet, Carolina Ballet, Australian Ballet and Royal Ballet of Flanders.

7:30 p.m. Dec. 18-19, 2 p.m. Dec. 20 / Blaisdell Concert Hall / $35-$99 / ticketmaster.com or 866-448-7849

DEC. 31

It’s becoming a tradition for political comedian Bill Maher, pictured, to perform here during the holidays. This time he’s bringing snarky David Spade ("Saturday Night Live," "Just Shoot Me," "Rules of Engagement") and "Roastmaster General" Jeff Ross.

7:30 p.m. / Blaisdell Concert Hall / $45.50-$95.50 / ticketmaster.com or 866-448-7849

DEC. 14-15

The Count Basie Orchestra comes to town in December for a Christmas concert, and two shows with the Basie Sextet celebrating Frank Sinatra’s centennial.

Christmas program: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 14 / Hawaii Theatre / $37-$97 / hawaiipops.com or 528-0506

TICKER

Sinatra programs: 7 and 8:30 p.m. Dec. 15 / Lewers Lounge, Halekulani / $75-$100 / 923-2311

A second performance by UB40 has been added. Shows are 7:30 p.m. Jan. 28 and 29, Blaisdell Arena; $39-$139, ticketmaster.com, 866-448-7849.

Comedian Tracy Morgan of "Saturday Night Live" and "30 Rock" comes to Blaisdell Concert Hall 8 p.m. April 9. $39.50-$69.50, ticketmaster.com, 866-448-7849