Always a little hipper than she lets on (how many KEXP regulars have had a song on “Alias”?), Dar Williams knows when to pick your brain with insightful lyrics and when to strum on your heartstrings. Check her out Feb. 1 when she graces the Rialto Theater in downtown Tacoma.

Tickets are $29.50 and on sale Tuesday, Jan. 2, 11:30 a.m., at the Broadway Center’s Box Office or by phone at 253.591.5894. â€" Suzy Stump