Monday
One-man band Multi-instrumentalist Alex Goot gained fame with his dead-on, homemade video covers of songs such as "Beat It" and "California Girls," taking the familiar hits and making them his own through sheer musicianship, but he's also a deft songwriter. He plays live at 8 p.m. at the North Star, 2639 Poplar St. Tickets are $12. Call 215-787-0488.
Tuesday
Youth alone Sonic Youth stalwart Thurston Moore plays works from his new solo album, the Beck-produced Demolished Thoughts, at 8 p.m. in the Sanctuary of the First Unitarian Church, 2125 Chestnut St. Tickets are $17. Call 215-821-7575.
Wednesday
Thug life Al Pacino's portrayal of the ruthless gangster in Brian De Palma's 1983 remake of Scarface created an indelible pop-culture icon that still resonates. The film, rereleased with a new short feature on the movie's influence, screens for one night nationwide at 7:30 p.m. at 475 theaters, including: AMC Franklin Mills 14, 1149 Franklin Mills Circle (215-612-2740); Riverview Plaza, 1400 S. Columbus Blvd. (215-755-2353); Warrington Crossing 22, 104 Easton Rd., Warrington (215-918-1667); AMC Neshaminy 24, 4200 Neshaminy Blvd., Bensalem (215-396-8050); King of Prussia 15, 300 Goddard Blvd., King of Prussia (610-337-0282); Marketplace at Oaks 24, 180 Mill Rd., Oaks (610-666-6697); Movies 16, 711 Evesham Ave., Somerdale (856-784-3429); and Burlington 20, 250 Bromley Blvd., Burlington (609-239-3598). Tickets are $12.50.
Thursday
