OCT. 13-17

Hawaii Opera Theatre kicks off with “Carmen,” Georges Bizet’s dramatic tale of lust and jealousy. The opera features some of the most recognizable tunes in history. Mezzo-soprano Kate Aldrich stars in the title role.

7:30 p.m. Oct. 13, 4 p.m. Oct. 15, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 17 / Blaisdell Concert Hall / $29-$130 / ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000

OCT. 14-15

Hoop it up with the Harlem Globetrotters, whose antics will make your head spin like a ball on their fingertips.

2 and 7 p.m. Oct. 14, 4 p.m. Oct. 15 / Blaisdell Arena / $18-$130 / ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000

OCT. 18

Sam Hunt hit it big on the country charts in 2014 with his debut album, “Montevallo,” reaching No. 1. His latest single, “Body Like a Back Road,” is staying the course atop the country charts.

8 p.m. / Blaisdell Arena / $50.50-$100.50/ ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000

NOV. 2-5

Saxophonist David Sanborn has won six Grammys with his stylish sound. His sound ranges from fusion to crossover to smooth jazz, which was featured on his “The Seduction” from film “American Gigolo.”

6:30 and 9 p.m. / Blue Note Hawaii / $29.75-$65 / bluenotehawaii.com or 777-4890

NOV. 24-26

Jo Koy may be setting a record for selling out shows here. As of press time, the best chance for ticket was for his newly added 9:30 p.m. Nov. 25 concert, with a smattering of tickets available for 10 p.m. Nov. 24.

8 and 10 p.m. Nov. 24, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Nov. 25, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Nov. 26 / Blaisdell Concert Hall / $35-$45 / ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000

TICKER:

>> Contemporary Maori group Okareka Dance Company performs “Mana Wahine.” 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27, Blaisdell Concert Hall. $28-$68. ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000

>> Two-time Grammy winner Rita Coolidge tours the islands. 7 p.m. Nov. 17, Mamiya Theatre, $45-$65, bluesbearhawaii.com or 896-4845