Irma Thomas with Lance Ellis
Dec. 29
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Irma Thomas flipped the switch for the Joy Theater marquee last Tuesday. The soul queen lights up the stage on Thursday, opening the renovated Canal Street venue with saxophonist Lance Ellis. Tickets $47.20 (includes fees). 8 p.m. Thursday. Joy Theater, 1200 Canal St., 528-9569; www.thejoytheater.com
