Going out best bets, Jan. 3 to 9

Broadway
The hit Broadway musical that pays tribute to one of the most popular singer-songwriters of the 20th century is in Ottawa this week. Beautiful: The Carole King Musical tells the story of King’s life, interspersing the narrative with plenty of her timeless tunes, including the likes of You’ve Got a Friend, (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman, It’s Too Late and Beautiful. The touring production, suitable for ages 12 and up, runs until Sunday at the National Arts Cent