TODAY: World of MagicProduced by Milt Larsen...

TODAY: World of Magic

Produced by Milt Larsen and Terry Hill, “It’s Magic,” at the Alex Theatre in Glendale, includes seven international magic acts over two hours.

The show’s main attraction is Princess Tenko, a popular magician and motion picture actress in Japan. Her act includes major illusions and escapes.

The show also features Ed Alonzo, a television actor who performs comedy magic that includes animals; Mr. Electric, a man who pulls a string of lightbulbs out of his mouth; and Julianna Chen, a Chinese woman who uses silks and umbrellas in what Hill calls a “classy act.”

Mac King, the host of a television magic show, will be master of ceremonies.

* “It’s Magic” at 8 p.m. today-Sunday at the Alex Theatre, 215 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale. Tickets are $15.50-$18.50. Call (818) 304-3775.

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African Rock

A mystical trance will come to the Valley when Cal State Northridge Performing Arts Center presents the second of three musical performances in its World Beat series. Tonight it is Ras Daveed, a Los Angeles-based group.

Inspired by African polyrhythms, the four-man band combines hard-edged rock ‘n’ roll with North African Gnawa. The result is, yep, mystical trance--a funky soul beat that often leaves audiences swaying.

* Ras Daveed at 8 p.m. today at Cal State Northridge Performing Arts Center, 1811 Nordhoff St. Tickets are $8. Call (818) 677-2488.

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Meet Bradbury

Author Ray Bradbury will speak after tonight’s performance of “Fahrenheit 451” at the Pierce College Theatre. The production is adapted from Bradbury’s classic about a futuristic society dominated by censorship and banned books.

“Fahrenheit 451” is directed by RoZsa Horvath and will play through Sunday.

* Ray Bradbury, after today’s 7:30 p.m. performance of “Fahrenheit 451” at Pierce College Theatre, 6201 Winnetka Ave. Other performances are Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are $7. Call (818) 719-6488.

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Cwazy Wabbit

“Bugs Bunny on Broadway,” at the Universal Amphitheatre, features the work of world-renowned animator Chuck Jones, winner of an honorary Oscar from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Science.

The show includes a large screen projecting an array of vintage Warner Bros. cartoons accompanied by a live, 60-piece orchestra led by Emmy Award-winning composer George Daugherty.

The show will feature such classics as “The Rabbit of Seville” and “Long-Haired Hare.”

* “Bugs Bunny on Broadway,” at 8:15 p.m. today and Friday at the Universal Amphitheatre, 100 Universal City Plaza. Tickets are $15-$40. Call (213) 252-TIXS.

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SATURDAY: On the Web

Can you tell a female spider from a male spider? Have you ever wondered how a spider breathes? These and other questions regarding the arachnid will be answered in the “Halloween Spider Program” on Saturday at Tender Treasures in Montrose.

Arachnologist and nature photographer Blain Hebert, a technical advisor for the movie “Arachnophobia,” will run the free program for all kids, especially those ages 5-13.

* “Halloween Spider Program,” at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Tender Treasures, 2280 Honolulu Ave., Montrose. Admission is free. Call (818) 248-2260.