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COMMUNITY February 2022 Writer Joseph J. Airdo

Feb. 10–13

ROMEO AND JULIET

Ballet Arizona will present its production of “Romeo and Juliet,” featuring a score masterfully performed by the Phoenix Symphony. See website for price and times. Symphony Hall, 75 N. Second St., Phoenix. balletaz.org

GYPSY

Arizona Broadway Theatre will present its production of “Gypsy,” a musical that tells the story of the dreams and efforts of one hungry, powerhouse of a woman to get her two daughters into show business. See website for price and times. Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Lane, Peoria. 623-776-8400; azbroadway.org

Feb. 2–April 3

SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN

The Phoenix Theatre Company will present its production of “Singin’ in the Rain,” a stage adaptation of one of the most popular movie musicals of all time. See website for price and times. The Phoenix Theatre Company, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. 602-254-2151; phoenixtheatre.com

Feb. 3

GOLD PALETTE ARTWALK

The Scottsdale Gallery Association will host a special Western Week-themed Gold Palette ArtWalk of participating studios and galleries throughout the Scottsdale Arts District, which resides along Main Street from Scottsdale Road to Goldwater Boulevard and north of Indian School on Marshall Way to Fifth Avenue. Free. 6:30–9 p.m. See website for locations. scottsdalegalleries.com

Feb. 4

STEVE TYRELL CONCERT

Grammy Award-winning vocalist Steve Tyrell will take the stage as part of Arizona Musicfest for a concert of reinvented and repopularized classic standards for a modern audience. $49+. 7:30 p.m. Highlands Church, 9050 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Scottsdale. azmusicfest.org

Feb. 4–20

A SOLDIER’S PLAY

Black Theatre Troupe will present its production of “A Soldier’s Play,” a Pulitzer Prize-winning drama that examines and evaluates the causes of oppression of African Americans and the obstacles to their advancement by realistically describing the complex social issues and systemic racism in the U.S. Army during World War II. See website for price and times. Helen K. Mason Performing Arts Center, 1333 E. Washington St., Phoenix. blacktheatretroupe.org

Feb. 5

LUCY LOVES DESI

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will welcome L.A. Theatre Works for its unique radio-style production of

“Lucy Loves Desi: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Sitcom,” which tells the tale of how the pioneering TV sitcom came to be with as much heart and humor as an episode of “I Love Lucy” itself. See website for price. 8 p.m. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. Second St., Scottsdale. 480-499-8587; scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Feb. 5

PARADA DEL SOL

Scottsdale Charros will present the 68th annual Parada del Sol. The historic parade will be followed by the Trail’s End Festival — a big block party featuring live concerts, food and fun for community members of all ages. Free. 10 a.m. Old Town Scottsdale. scottsdaleparade.com

Feb. 6

FEEL THE LOVE

Women’s Orchestra of Arizona will perform a concert of romantic music, including a medley of some of the greatest love songs of all time. Free; tickets available on Eventbrite. 3 p.m. Ascension Lutheran Church, 7100 N. Mockingbird Lane, Paradise Valley. womensorchestraarizona.com

Feb. 7

A STAR IS BORN: THE CONCERT

A trio of the best voices from Broadway and cabaret will take the stage as part of Arizona Musicfest to celebrate the music from all three film versions of “A Star is Born” while also paying tribute to other classic films about emerging stars. $35+. 7:30 p.m. Highlands Church, 9050 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Scottsdale. azmusicfest.org

Feb. 12

NVSO BLACK AND WHITE BALL

North Valley Symphony Orchestra will host an event celebrating its 10th anniversary, featuring cocktails, dinner, a silent auction, music and dancing. $100. 5:30 p.m. Sheraton Crescent, 2620 W. Dunlap Ave., Phoenix. 623-980-4628; northvalleysymphony.org

Feb. 12 and 13

LOVE FROM SEA TO SEA

Arizona Masterworks Chorale will perform a concert filled with romantic and dreamy selections to experience with your loved ones. $15+. Saturday 7:30 p.m. at All Saints’ Episcopal Church, 6300 N. Central Ave., Phoenix. Sunday 3 p.m. at Ascension Lutheran Church, 7100 N. Mockingbird Lane, Paradise Valley. arizonamasterworks.com

COMMUNITY February 2022 Writer Joseph J. Airdo

Feb. 12–Sept. 4

BEVERLY MCIVER: FULL CIRCLE

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art will present a multi-gallery survey show that captures the career arc and continued ascent of contemporary artist Beverly McIver. The exhibition will provide viewers with a look at how McIver’s work has evolved since her emerging artist exhibition at the museum nearly 25 years ago. $10; student, senior and veteran discounts available. Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, 7374 E. Second St., Scottsdale. 480-874-4666; smoca.org

MUSIC CITY HIT-MAKERS CONCERT

Several Grammy and American Country Music awardwinning songwriters who have composed hit tunes for Nashville’s biggest stars will take the stage as part of Arizona Musicfest to perform a concert of classic and contemporary country favorites while telling entertaining, personal stories of the music-making and personalities of Nashville’s famed Music Row. $35+. 7:30 p.m. Highlands Church, 9050 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Scottsdale. azmusicfest.org

Feb. 17

CAREFREE ART NIGHT

Explore fine art in the breathtaking shadows of Black Mountain. Courtesy shuttles will be available to transport guests to participating art galleries around Carefree during an event that includes live music, refreshments and, of course, lots of fine art — including your next masterpiece. Free. 4–7 p.m. See website for participating galleries. visitcarefree.com

Feb. 17–20

DISNEY CINDERELLA KIDS

Musical Theatre of Anthem will present its production of “Cinderella,” a stage adaptation of Disney’s treasured animated film. $25. See website for times. Musical Theatre of Anthem, 42201 N. 41st Drive, Anthem. 623-336-6001; musicaltheatreofanthem.org

Feb. 18

KENNY G

Superstar saxophonist Kenny G will take the stage as part of Arizona Musicfest. $49+. 7:30 p.m. Highlands Church, 9050 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Scottsdale. azmusicfest.org

Feb. 18–27

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

Starlight Community Theater will present its production of “Much Ado About Nothing,” William Shakespeare’s classic tale about two pairs of star-crossed lovers. See website for price and times. Starlight Community Theater, 1611 W. Whispering Wind Dr., Suite 9, Phoenix. starlightcommunitytheater.com

Feb. 19–27

SEDONA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

Sedona International Film Festival will present its 28th annual event during which 150 films will be screened. The lineup will include narrative features, documentary features, foreign films, shorts, animated films, student films and

special programs as well as a diverse selection of workshops. See website for prices, schedule and locations. sedonafilmfestival.com

Feb. 20

FESTIVAL SINFONIA

Maestro Robert Moody and the Festival Sinfonia will perform an intimate concert as part of Arizona Musicfest. $55+. 2 p.m. Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, 25150 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale. azmusicfest.org

Feb. 22

SARAH CHANG AND THE FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA

Maestro Robert Moody will lead the Festival Orchestra — comprised of players from the nation’s finest orchestras — in a concert featuring acclaimed violin virtuoso Sarah Chang as part of Arizona Musicfest. $25+. 7:30 p.m. La Casa de Cristo Church, 6300 E. Bell Road, Scottsdale. azmusicfest.org

Feb. 24

INON BARNATAN AND THE FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA

Maestro Robert Moody will lead the Festival Orchestra — comprised of players from the nation’s finest orchestras — in a concert featuring celebrated pianist Inon Barnatan as part of Arizona Musicfest. $25+. 7:30 p.m. La Casa de Cristo Church, 6300 E. Bell Road, Scottsdale. azmusicfest.org

COMMUNITY February 2022 Writer Joseph J. Airdo

Feb. 26–Oct. 9

BRAD KAHLHAMER: SWAP MEET

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art will present an exhibition of works by artist Brad Kahlhamer. The exhibition will include a central installation composed of a mobile home trailer studio with a built-out proscenium for performances and several new series of sculptures in addition to paintings and drawings. $10; student, senior and veteran discounts available. Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, 7374 E. Second St., Scottsdale. 480-874-4666; smoca.org

A SALUTE TO THE WILD WEST

Maestro Robert Moody will lead the Festival Orchestra — comprised of players from the nation’s finest orchestras — in a concert honoring the proud Western and indigenous heritage of our state and region as part of Arizona Musicfest. $25+. 7:30 p.m. La Casa de Cristo Church, 6300 E. Bell Road, Scottsdale. azmusicfest.org

Feb. 26 and March 6

THE MANY FACES OF LOVE

Sonoran Desert Chorale will perform a concert that celebrates love of singing, love of God and love of humankind. $18+; student and senior discounts available. Saturday 7:30 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 15 E. First Ave., Mesa. Sunday 3 p.m. La Casa De Cristo Lutheran Church, 6300 E. Bell Road, Scottsdale. 480-3054538; sonorandesertchorale.org

Feb. 27

BEETHOVEN’S 9TH — ODE TO JOY

Maestro Robert Moody will lead the Festival Orchestra — comprised of players from the nation’s finest orchestras — in a concert as part of Arizona Musicfest. $25+. 2 p.m. La Casa de Cristo Church, 6300 E. Bell Road, Scottsdale. azmusicfest.org

Feb. 27

UNITED WE SWING

Salt River Brass will perform a concert of enthusiastic works from Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Duke Ellington and the immortal Louis Armstrong. $18+; student and senior discounts available. 3 p.m. Mesa Arts Center, One East Main St., Mesa. saltriverbrass.org

March 4 and 5

M3F

A stellar lineup of musicians will take the stage as part of M3F. All proceeds from the event will benefit local charities such as Phoenix Children’s Hospital, Habitat for Humanity and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. See website for prices and schedule. Margaret T. Hance Park, 1200 N. First St., Phoenix. m3ffest.com

March 7

SIBLING REVELRY

Tony-nominated sisters Ann Hampton Callaway and Liz Callaway will take the stage as part of Arizona Musicfest for a concert of great songs and witty banter. $35+. 7:30

p.m. Highlands Church, 9050 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Scottsdale. azmusicfest.org

March 12

WOMEN IN MUSIC

North Valley Symphony Orchestra will perform a concert of music composed by women, recognizing the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage. $5; youth discounts available. 7 p.m. North Canyon High School Auditorium, 1700 E. Union Hills Drive, Phoenix. 623980-4628; northvalleysymphony.org

March 14 and 16

PAUL ANKA

Legendary singer-songwriter Paul Anka will take the stage as part of Arizona Musicfest. $49+. 7:30 p.m. Highlands Church, 9050 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Scottsdale. azmusicfest.org

March 19

MUSICAL CHAMPAGNE SALON

ProMusica Arizona will host its 4th annual event that brings together music lovers for an elegant evening in a spectacular private home in the Anthem Country Club. Guests will be treated to musical performances by ProMusica Arizona chorale and instrumental soloists and small ensembles in a lovely and comfortable setting. Heavy hors d'oeuvres, decadent desserts, champagne, wine and other beverages will be served and a silent auction will be available. $100. 6 p.m. Location to be announced. 623-326-5172; pmaz.org