Learn to make a savory pie and shop for a holiday craft fair

Wednesday

Dynamic duo

Violinist Maxim Vengerov and pianist Polina Osetinskaya come to Boston Symphony Hall for an unforgettable performance. The recital will be Vengerov’s first appearance in Boston in more than 25 years, and the duo’s first time at Symphony Hall. The program includes works by Brahms, Schumann and Prokofiev. Tickets start at $79. 8 p.m. bso.org

Open Thursday

Regency rules

The Actors’ Shakespeare Project presents their adaptation of Jane Austen’s Emma through December 15 at the Multicultural Arts Center in East Cambridge. In this Regency comedy, Emma Woodhouse, played by Josephine Moshiri Elwood, has vowed never to marry and instead is devoted to being a matchmaker – and will encounter some surprises in her endeavors. Tickets start at $20. actorshakespeareproject.org

Thursday-Sunday

Be curious

There’s magic in the air at the Emerson Colonial Theater, where Pinocchio: The Musical will last only four days in its world premiere. The award-winning musical is a twist on the original classic, the story of a wooden doll who comes to life after its creator, Geppetto, wishes he were a real boy. Tickets start at $35. Show times vary. emersonkolonialtheatre.com

Friday-Sunday

Hidden gems

Get started with holiday shopping at the New England Craft and Specialty Food Fair in Topsfield. Shop from over 200 stalls selling crafts, gifts, home decor, floral arrangements and more. Choose from an extensive selection of special dishes to enjoy or to give as a gift. $10 admission. Friday and Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sunday 10am to 4pm castleberryfairs.com

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Claudie Bellanger can be reached at [email protected].