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PERFORMANCES 2024 - 2025 HIGHLIGHT THEIR SEASON
Handel’s Messiah
Pure Baroque!
February 16
Organist Alcée Chriss III in Recital
February 23
Guitarist Martha Masters in Recital
March 6
Vivaldi
The Four Seasons
March 16
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ARIZONA BACH FESTIVAL 2025: Bringing the Finest in Baroque Music to Arizona!
The Arizona Bach Festival brings superb musicians from around the world each year to join with local stars in presenting the music of Bach and his contemporaries. The 2025 Season opens on Feb. 16 with a Baroque tour de force: Handel’s complete Messiah. This performance features period instruments with a chorus and soloists: a rare and exciting event in Arizona. While audiences normally hear only the Christmas portion, this concert will present the complete work in all its power and majesty.
The Festival’s annual organ recital features Alcée Chriss III, associate organist of Trinity Church Wall Street, New York City, and university organist at Wesleyan University. Hailed as one of the finest organists of his time, he will play an all-Bach recital on the wonderful neo-baroque organ of All Saints’ Episcopal Church, Phoenix, on Feb. 23.
Martha Masters, a new local guitar star, winner of the Segovia International Guitar Competition and ASU professor, will play a recital at Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West amid
their glorious artwork on Thursday, March 6. Admission to this special event includes a tour of the museum and a pre-concert reception.
On March 16, the grand finale of the Festival is Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, featuring four different violinists, each one a masterful artist. “Spring” will be played by Stephen Redfield (Santa Fe), “Summer” by Jonathan Godfrey (Houston), “Autumn” by Jonathan Swartz (Phoenix) and “Winter” by Daniel Phillips (New York). Also on the program are concertos for trumpet (Joe Burgstaller — Canadian Brass and ASU professor) and bassoon (Albie Micklich — recording artist and ASU professor).
For more information about the Festival, visit arizonabachfestival.org.
Arizona Bach Festival
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ARIZONA BROADWAY THEATRE Unveils Magical 20th Season Lineup
Arizona
Broadway Theatre in Peoria kicks off its sensational 20th season of live performances this October. The lineup includes seven shows ranging from classics like Hello, Dolly! and family favorites like Beauty and the Beast and Cinderella to award-winning musicals including Million Dollar Quartet and the regional premiere of Tootsie.
“We are enormously grateful for the years of support our community has given us, especially as we celebrate our 20th season together,” said Arizona Broadway Theatre Founder and CEO Kiel Klaphake. “It feels like yesterday we opened our first production in a tent at the Peoria Sports Complex. We have come a long way since then and are excited about the future.”
The 466-seat Arizona Broadway Theatre is located in the heart of the P83 entertainment district in the Northwest Valley. It provides a total entertainment experience for audiences of all ages by combining an award-winning, stateof-the-art professional theatre highlighting locally and nationally acclaimed artists with a uniquely curated drink and food menu to enhance each production.
“Our upcoming season is an exciting and ambitious lineup of full-scale musical productions,” added Klaphake. “These shows were chosen specifically to help audiences escape the world’s pressures while providing a beautiful, shared experience of laughter, tears and inspiration. We cannot wait to share these stories with audiences across the Valley.”
Arizona Broadway Theatre is dedicated to developing professional musical theatre produced in the Northwest Valley and creating jobs for talented artisans. It is also driven to build and deliver youth programming that educates and engages students across metropolitan Phoenix to shape the next generation of performers and theatergoers.
For more information about Arizona Broadway Theatre’s 20th season and programs, visit www.azbroadway.org or call 623.776.8400.
ARIZONA MUSICFEST ANNOUNCES ITS LARGEST SEASON EVER
Featuring Over 40 Concerts in 2024-2025
Arizona Musicfest, a leading arts and cultural destination of the Valley, presents another outstanding season featuring distinguished artists, celebrity entertainers and thrilling performances. Musicfest’s 202425 season includes over forty performances between November and April.
This season, featured artists include one of music’s most vibrant and iconic performers,
Michael
Sutton Foster 1/27
The Piano Guys 3/22
last season, The Barricade Boys. These leading men of London’s West End wowed audiences with their high-energy performance featuring some of the greatest hits of pop, rock, swing and musical theater. Musicfest patrons are equally excited to welcome back Michael Cavanaugh to celebrate the great singersongwriters, while perennial favorite Neil Berg for a new show exploring the evolution and revolution of the music of the ’60s.
Each season, Musicfest assembles elite musicians from some of the nation’s finest orchestras to perform as the Festival Orchestra. Under the direction of Maestro Robert Moody, the 2025 Orchestra will include musicians from the New York Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Cleveland Orchestra, Philadelphia Orchestra, San Francisco Symphony, the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra and more. Concert programs will include Mozart’s Requiem, Tchaikovsky’s 5th Symphony, Rachmaninoff’s 3rd Piano Concerto, as well as a new Musicfest-commissioned triple concerto by GRAMMY-winning composer Mason Bates, featuring crossover virtuosos Time For Three. Separate from Festival Orchestra
Week, additional classical concerts include a special solo recital by world-renowned violinist Augustin Hadelich and a concert by the acclaimed all-female tenThing Brass Ensemble.
This season, Musicfest gets into the festive holiday spirit of Mardi Gras, Valentine’s Day and more, beginning with Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents: New Orleans Songbook: The Spirit of Mardi Gras. For a Valentine’s Day not to be missed, award-winning international vocal sensation The Tenors bring their soaring vocals and passionate performance style to the Musicfest stage; and finally, for Christmas, Broadway star and Disney Legend Lea Salonga makes her Musicfest debut, while The Midtown Men, (original stars of Broadway’s Jersey Boys) complete the holiday offerings with Yuletide classics mixed with rock and roll hits of the ’60s.
Known for presenting some of the biggest showmen in the business, Musicfest’s 2024-25 season doesn’t disappoint, with well-known stars of Las Vegas Human Nature, as well as five-time Las Vegas “Headliner of the Year” Frankie Moreno, joined by popular modern-day crooner and piano star Tony DeSare
MANDY PATINKIN
PINK MARTINI
MICHAEL FEINSTEIN
For jazz fans, acclaimed artists Benny Benack III and Stella Cole perform Some Enchanted Evening, featuring jazz renditions of great Broadway tunes, while Fabulous Five presents the swingin’ supergroup debut of Nicole Pesce’s We3 alongside Paolo Alderighi and Stephanie Trick.
“Musicfest continues to enjoy transformative growth and success as we build upon the exciting momentum that our artists, audiences and donors have developed over the last many years,” says Allan Naplan, Arizona Musicfest’s executive and producing director, CEO. “From new artists making their Musicfest debuts to return engagements of beloved audience favorites, the 2024-25 season promises to be another entertaining, engaging and thoroughly enjoyable season, as some of music’s best come to Musicfest.”
Finally, this season, Musicfest audiences will also enjoy tribute concerts featuring the music of Neil Diamond, Whitney Houston and Simon & Garfunkel, as well as a special nostalgic toast to the great Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gorme, accompanied by the 30-piece Musicfest Pops Ensemble
Musicfest looks forward to announcing additional shows later this season.
For more than 30 years, Arizona Musicfest has served the Valley as a valued non-profit arts organization. Musicfest concerts are performed in attractive and convenient venues in and around North Scottsdale. Along with its popular concert season, the organization also provides extraordinary opportunities to aspiring young musicians through important educational, performance and scholarship programs, as well as to older residents through Music Alive! , the organization’s dynamic community lifelong learning and creative music-making series featuring over 300 events for the Greater Scottsdale/Phoenix area.
For more information, visit azmusicfest.org or call 480.422.8449.
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ARIZONA OPERA’S SPECTACULAR
2024/25 SEASON WILL FEATURE THREE UNFORGETTABLE PRODUCTIONS, each filled with star-crossed lovers and forbidden love; a new “Beyond Downtown” program to bring opera to the broader Arizona community; and a major recital featuring The Metropolitan Opera’s Stephen Costello—one of opera’s brightest stars, all to be presented in both Phoenix and Tucson.
AIDA
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Giacomo Puccini’s beloved classic
La Bohème transports you to the streets of 19th-century Paris for one of the world’s most timeless and moving love stories. With its exquisite melodies and stirring emotions, La Bohème continues to captivate audiences around the world.
The splendor of Egypt comes to life through this visually arresting, projection-based concert production of Verdi’s Aida in its first appearance at Arizona Opera in over a decade. Featuring some of the most breathtaking music in the operatic repertoire, Aida tells the story of forbidden love amidst political intrigue and war.
Inspired by the legendary masked vigilante, Zorro follows the return of Diego de La Vega to his native pueblo in Los Angeles, where he encounters old flames, tyrannical rulers and the plight of the oppressed. In this exciting new opera performed in both Spanish and English, Zorro leads a thrilling rebellion against the Spanish empire, igniting a revolution and becoming the hero of the people.
In addition to these three dynamic productions, Arizona Opera’s 2024/25 Season will premiere
this fall and continue next spring with the new Beyond Downtown program. An offering in Arizona Opera’s McDougall RED Series, this series will feature live opera performances in communities throughout Arizona, well beyond the walls of a traditional theatre.
Season tickets for Arizona Opera’s 2024/25 Season in-theatre productions are now available. Single tickets, including those for Stephen Costello in Recital, go on sale Oct. 1, 2024.
For more information, visit azopera.org.
ZORRO | PHOTO BY LANCE W OZIER OF TODOS JUNTOS PHOTOGRAPHY
ATC BRINGS A MASTERFUL BLEND of Suspense, Joy, Music and Heart to its 57th Season
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Arizona Theatre Company (ATC) sets the stage for an unforgettable 57th season, blending classic intrigue, heartwarming tales and musical brilliance. With a lineup that promises to captivate audiences of all tastes, ATC continues its tradition of bringing exceptional theatrical experiences to Arizona.
Dial M For Murder opens the season with a thrill that promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats, followed by ATC’s holiday spectacular Scrooge!. The season continues with the soulful and evocative musical Blues in the Night and the world premiere of Bob & Jean: A Love Story. Finally, Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B closes the season with a hilarious new twist on two of the world’s most iconic characters.
Frederick Knott’s Dial M for Murder (10/19/2024 - 11/03/2024) is a classic tale of deception and murder that follows the cunning Tony Wendice, who plots to kill his wife for her money. However, his meticulously planned scheme unravels in ways he never anticipated. This adaptation by Jeffrey Hatcher ensures a fresh yet faithful rendition of the suspenseful narrative, drawing audiences into a web of intrigue and mystery.
ATC’s very own Scrooge! (12/7/2024 - 12/28/2024) returns for the holidays to tell the timeless tale of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol infused with music by Leslie Bricusse. This musical adaptation brings the beloved story to life with joyous music and spirit. As Scrooge journeys from miser to merrymaker, audiences will be enchanted by the memorable melodies and heartfelt message of redemption and generosity. It’s a festive production perfect for all ages that promises to warm hearts and spread holiday cheer.
ATC kicks off 2025 with Sheldon Epps’ Blues in the Night (2/22/2025 - 3/9/2025). Set to take the audience on an evocative journey, this musical
revue follows the stories of three women in a rundown Chicago hotel in the 1930s who share their joys and sorrows through powerful blues numbers. This poignant tribute to the resilience and passion that defines the blues genre includes songs made famous by Bessie Smith, Ida Cox, Duke Ellington and more.
Next up, ATC brings Bob & Jean: A Love Story (4/19/2025 - 5/4/2025) to life for the first time in its world premiere. Based on the true-life events of playwright Robert Schenkkan’s parents, this touching narrative follows the enduring relationship between Bob and Jean as World War II and their careers drive them thousands of miles apart.
Closing the season with a contemporary twist on classic detective tales, Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B (6/14/2025 - 6/29/2025) reimagines Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson as modern-day women. This fresh take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s iconic characters by Kate Hamill brings humor, wit and a renewed sense of mystery to the stage. As Ms. Holmes and Ms. Watson encounter the always cunning and quick Moriarty and navigate the complexities of solving crimes in today’s world, audiences can expect sharp dialogue, clever mysteries and a dynamic duo that redefines the classic partnership.
As Arizona’s State Theatre, ATC brings the best theatre talent in the country to create shows in Arizona just for Arizonans. Each production offers a unique experience — from classic mysteries to heartfelt love stories — as ATC continues its legacy of delivering top-notch theatre that entertains, inspires and delights audiences of all kinds. Don’t miss this exceptional lineup and be part of this memorable season.
Get season tickets, flex passes or single show tickets at atc.org
BROADWAY HITS SHINE in ASU Gammage’s 2024-2025 Season
ASU Gammage has unveiled an electrifying lineup of shows for its 2024–2025 Desert Financial Broadway Across America — Arizona season, promising a spectacular array of Broadway hits. This season brings an impressive roster of productions, including the Tempe premiere of the sensational Moulin Rouge! The Musical , the iconic Broadway revival of Funny Girl and the dazzling song and dance phenomenon Some Like It Hot .
Audiences can also look forward to the beloved film-to-stage comedy Mrs. Doubtfire, the Tony Award®-winning Kimberly Akimbo and the profoundly beautiful Girl From the North Country, featuring music by Bob Dylan. Additionally, the season will feature the theatrical event Life of Pi.
Returning favorites include Tempe’s most popular show, Wicked , and the ultimate feelgood production, Mamma Mia!
Colleen Jennings-Roggensack, ASU Vice President of Cultural Affairs and Executive Director of ASU Gammage, expressed her excitement, stating, “This season is a spectacular mix of new hits, beautiful
performances, Tempe premieres and the return of two of our all-time favorite shows. The lineup has something for everyone! I can’t wait for audiences to experience this selection of Broadway’s brightest hits. To use the vernacular — it’s SPECTACULAR! SPECTACULAR!”
> MRS. DOUBTFIRE Sept. 17–22, 2024
> FUNNY GIRL Oct. 15–20, 2024
> KIMBERLY AKIMBO Dec. 3–8, 2024
> SOME LIKE IT HOT Feb. 11–16, 2025
> WICKED March 4–30, 2025
> LIFE OF PI June 17–22, 2025
> MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL July 22–Aug. 3, 2025
> MAMMA MIA! May 27–June 1, 2025
ASU Gammage, a top cultural destination in the Valley for 60 years, is renowned for its diverse programming and impactful community engagement.
For more information, visit asugammage.com
MOULIN ROUGE!
EXPERIENCE BALLET ARIZONA’S Striking 38th Season
Ballet
Arizona is thrilled to announce its 2024-2025 season, featuring a blend of classical and contemporary ballets. During its 38th season, Ballet Arizona will feature the U.S. premiere of Frida , a powerful ballet depicting the life of the famous artist Frida Kahlo, as well as many audience favorites, including Swan Lake and The Nutcracker.
The season begins with Ballet Under the Stars , presented by the Diane and Bruce Halle Foundation. This annual tradition features free performances across the Valley that allow Arizona communities to enjoy dance in a unique outdoor setting complete with a stage, lighting, costumes and beautiful Arizona weather.
All Ballet Under the Stars performances begin at 7 p.m.:
• Thursday, Sept. 19 – Fountain Park, Fountain Hills
• Friday, Sept. 20 – Chandler Park, Chandler
• Saturday, Sept. 21 – Estrella Lakeside Amphitheater, Goodyear
• Thursday, Sept. 26 – Centennial Plaza Park, Peoria
• Friday, Sept. 27 – Saguaro Ranch Historic Park, Glendale
• Saturday, Sept. 28 – Steele Indian School Park, Phoenix
Returning to the stage, Swan Lake graces Symphony Hall from Oct. 24-27, 2024. Swan Lake is a passionate, romantic tragedy that depicts the heartache of two doomed lovers and the evil forces that come between them. As one of the most recognizable ballets, this quintessential performance will be a highlight for ballet lovers of all ages. Ballet Arizona will present the influential story accented with Tchaikovsky’s breathtaking score performed live by The Phoenix Symphony.
SWAN LAKE | PHOTO BY ALEXANDER LZILLAEV
Rejoicing in the spirit of the holidays, Ballet Arizona’s nationally recognized performance of The Nutcracker will take place Dec. 6-24, 2024, at Symphony Hall. Live music from The Phoenix Symphony will help bring the enchantment and splendor of The Nutcracker to life alongside Ib Andersen’s dazzling choreography. Ballet Arizona’s production has been named “among the top three in the country” by The New York Times and has boasted sold-out performances year after year.
In the spring, Ballet Arizona will present the U.S. premiere of Frida , a ballet honoring one of the most impactful artists of the twentieth century, Feb. 13-16, 2025, at Symphony Hall. This powerful retelling of Frida Kahlo’s life story is choreographed by internationally renowned choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa. Kahlo’s motifs, paintings and dreams are reimagined through dance and woven with her story — this poignant and visually striking ballet is not to be missed! Frida is produced by Jacquie and Bennett Dorrance, as well as Bob Benson.
Featuring a selection of diverse works from some of the most masterful choreographers
of their time, Ballet Arizona’s newest contemporary program, Spring Mix , will take the stage at the Orpheum Theatre from March 27-30, 2025. This production will feature Christopher Wheeldon’s “Within the Golden Hour” and other dynamic ballets.
All Balanchine will showcase three ballets by famed choreographer George Balanchine. This year’s program includes “Walpurgisnacht,” “Western Symphony,” and Ballet Arizona’s debut of “Scotch Symphony.” Classical ballet lovers won’t want to miss this performance from May 1-4, 2025, with The Phoenix Symphony at Symphony Hall.
Finally, Ballet Arizona will conclude its 20242025 season with Eroica during its annual production at Desert Botanical Garden from May 14-31, 2025. Surrounded by the matchless desert landscape with the setting sun, Arizonans can expect the unexpected with this extraordinary evolving ballet. Eroica is sponsored in part by National Bank of Arizona and Desert Botanical Garden.
For more information, visit balletaz.org or call 602.381.1096
EROICA | PHOTO BY MICHAEL HIGGINS
THE NUTCRACKER |
PHOTO BY MICHAEL HIGGINS AND TZU CHIA HUANG
SPRING MIX | PHOTO BY MICHAEL HIGGINS
“BALLET ETUDES… TURNING OUT STARS-TO-BE.”
- The Arizona Republic
Ballet Etudes, founded in 1986 as the Phoenix Valley’s first pre-professional dance company, offers professional-level training in addition to an array of performing opportunities showcasing the excellence in training the students receive, from enchanting full-length classical ballets like Cinderella and The Nutcracker to innovative contemporary pieces.
Experience the 38th annual production of The Nutcracker during Ballet Etudes 2024/25 Season at Chandler Center for the Arts and Mesa Arts Center. This feast for the eyes and ears, with colorful costumes paired with Tchaikovsky’s original score, is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season with the entire family.
Alums who have gone on to professional careers have attributed much of their performance success to their time with Ballet Etudes. Alumni are currently dancing with Ballet Arizona, Ballett Zürich, Boston Ballet, New York City Ballet, Philadelphia Ballet and more. “I feel so fortunate that I was able to train at a studio that was focused on helping dancers reach their full potential. Ballet Etudes gave me the technique and confidence I needed
to take the next step.” Malorie Lundgren, New York City Ballet.
Ballet Etudes Academy, located in Mesa, offers classes for ages 3+, including Ballet/Pointe, Tap, Modern, Boys Ballet, Adult Ballet and more. “Throughout my six years at Ballet Etudes Academy, I have learned to meet new people, make mistakes and strive to improve. There's something truly special about our studio that you can’t find anywhere else.” — Ellie (11 years old).
Learn more about how dancers ages 7-18 can audition to be part of Ballet Etudes company and Ballet Etudes’ production of The Nutcracker at balletetudes.net/auditions. However, there is no audition needed to enroll at Ballet Etudes Academy — enrollment is ongoing!
For more information about Ballet Etudes and Ballet Etudes Academy, visit balletetudes.net.
PHOTO BY KELLAN MEKO
THERE IS A PERFORMANCE FOR EVERYONE at Chandler Center for the Arts
Chandler Center for the Arts (CCA) is excited to share the lineup for its 35th anniversary season. Filled with musical performances — soulful sounds to rock classics — and stage acts — comedy to musical theatre — this season has something for everyone.
Multiple GRAMMY Award-winning artists will shine on the Steena Murray Mainstage. Singer-songwriter and producer PJ Morton (Oct. 18) is a five-time GRAMMY winner with plush vocals, whose music refuses to be constrained by one genre. Colin Hay, founding member of Men At Work (Nov. 1), will take the stage with his band to perform the group’s legendary 80s new wave classics like “Down Under” and “Who Can It Be Now?” Another show you won’t want to miss is Bobby Rush and the North Mississippi Allstars (Jan. 31), two GRAMMY Award-winning artists paying homage to blues legends Muddy Waters and Howlin’ Wolf.
Have more of an appetite for the performing arts? The CCA is proud to present the explosive shows STOMP (Feb. 7 and 8) and DRUMline Live (March 8) — great options for a date night or fun for the whole family. The stage will come alive with music and movement with Syncopated Ladies (Feb. 21), The Wizard of Oz (March 14 and 15) and Celtic Spells (March 16). New to the CCA is actress and comedian Leslie Jones (Oct. 26), who is sure to make you laugh until your sides hurt with her raw, witty commentary.
All of these great performances and more are delivered in a state-of-the-art facility with award-winning acoustics. With free parking, proximity to bustling downtown Chandler and a staff dedicated to customer service, what more could you ask for?
For more information about performances and tickets, visit chandlercenter.org or call the box office at 480.782.2680
THIS SEASON
HAS “More”
Musical Theatre
Get ready to sing along with sheer delight at Chandler Center for the Arts
Chandler
Center for the Arts (CCA) is bringing more theatricals to its 2024-25 Season. With some of the best acoustics and sound in the Valley and no seat further than 100 feet away from the mainstage, the CCA provides an exciting environment for musical performances.
Two biographical concert experiences are coming to the Steena Murray Mainstage at the CCA: The Life and Music of George Michael celebrates the performance and sound of one of the biggest international stars of his time;
R.E.S.P.E.C.T. – A Celebration of the Music of Aretha Franklin is an intimate musical odyssey that journeys through Aretha Franklin’s courageous life of love and tragedy.
Filling the stage with rhythm and noise is STOMP. Explosive, provocative and utterly unique, STOMP is an award-winning show that appeals to all ages. This eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments — matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters — to create a beautiful percussive sound.
You’re invited to step into the enchanting world of The Wizard of Oz! This popular musical production features the best musical theatre performers and musicians in the Valley. The timeless tale of friendship, courage and self-discovery is brought to life with dazzling costumes, captivating choreography and spellbinding performances.
The Life and Music of George Michael - Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, 7 p.m.
STOMP - Friday, Feb. 7, 2024, 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, Feb. 8, 2024, 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
R.E.S.P.E.C.T. – A Celebration of the Music of Aretha Franklin - Saturday, Feb. 15, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
The Wizard of Oz - Friday, March 14, 2024, 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, March 15, 2024, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Find tickets for each of these shows online at chandlercenter.org or by calling 480.782.2680.
STOMP
Childsplay’s sparkling production of Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer returns to the Herberger Theater Center this holiday season. Follow the delightful journey of Rudolph, Hermey the Elf and Yukon Cornelius as they encounter the Abominable Snowman and journey to the Land of Misfit Toys. With projection magic, incredible costumes and a surprise ending, the iconic stop-motion sensation truly jumps from the TV to the stage!
Filled with holiday hits like “Rudolph the RedNosed Reindeer” and “Holly Jolly Christmas,” journey to the North Pole with Santa Claus and his hilarious elves. Bring some magic to your holiday celebrations as Rudolph soars in the air while teaching us that what makes us different can also make us special! Childsplay’s beloved production glistens in the beautiful Center Stage at The Herberger Theater Center on weekends, Nov. 16 through Dec. 23, 2024.
Childsplay’s newest season will also feature The Diary of Anne Frank. Suggested for middle school children, this is a story that is right for the times. Joining the line-up is the regional premiere of Mo Willems’ beloved story, Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! A Musical! for Childsplay's youngest audience members. Rounding out the season at the Herberger Theater Center is Eddie and Vinnie, an original play about the challenging friendship between Eddie and his friend Vinnie, the gecko. Public performances take place on weekends, and field trip performances for school audiences take place on Tuesday through Friday mornings.
For more information, visit childsplayaz.org or call 480.921.5700.
RUDOLPH
THE NEXT GENERATION of Theatre!
Home to generations of artists and audiences, Stagebrush Theatre sits at the corner of 2nd Street and Goldwater in Old Town Scottsdale. Greasepaint Youtheatre and Scottsdale Community Players have been thrilling audiences for more than 58 years!
An integral part of the arts scene, bringing affordable children’s theater to more than 500 kids who grace Greasepaint’s stage each year and thousands more who delight in the shows as audiences.
Six mainstage shows plus nine weeks of camps and workshops each season where kids act, sing and dance on stage, and those interested in behind-the-scenes help on tech crews, assist directors or the many designers!
Each season includes a summer production for adult actors under the banner of Scottsdale Community Players, often cast with collegeage alumni.
Greasepaint is unique in that it hires professionals for shows, contracting each year with more than 50 directors, choreographers, designers, stage managers, musical directors and musicians. Greasepaint kids get the chance to work with the best the Valley has to offer, and Greasepaint supports local artists! You
never know who you might see at the theatre as Greasepaint alumni work in film, television, national tours and on Broadway stages, and they often come “home” and share their talents with the next generations at Greasepaint!
This program sets high standards for excellence because Greasepaint kids will rise to meet and exceed expectations. Over the years, Greasepaint productions have garnered rave reviews and hundreds of awards for excellence in theater. Season after season, Greasepaint shows sell out, contributing to the fiscal vibrancy of downtown Scottsdale. Greasepaint trains actors. More importantly, at Greasepaint, kids learn to think creatively, communicate and collaborate. They see for themselves how practice, hard work and perseverance pay off. At Greasepaint, kids are learning about other cultures and perspectives, walking in worlds they might otherwise not, developing empathy and tolerance.
Those life skills prepare them for whatever paths they choose.
For more information, visit greasepaint.org.
MADAGASCAR JR | PHOTO BY LAURA DURANT
COME FROM AWAY | PHOTO BY MATTHEW MURPHY FOR MURPHYMADE
PERFORMING LIVE AT MESA ARTS CENTER
SEASON HIGHLIGHTS
Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Mesa Arts Center! Performance highlights include rising star and GRAMMY-winning jazz vocalist Samara Joy on Sept. 19, the reigning virtuoso of the violin, Itzhak Perlman presenting In the Fiddler’s House on Jan. 23 and the irreverent, science-forward Alton Brown with The Last Bite – The Farewell Tour on April 6.
BROADWAY
Broadway is back at Mesa Arts Center! Experience the stirring and inspiring musical Come From Away from Nov. 15-17, telling the true story of a small Newfoundland town that opened its homes to 7,000 stranded travelers on 9/11. Dear Evan Hansen runs from Feb. 28-March 2 and tells the story about connection in the digital age through a high school student, Evan Hansen, who got entangled in a lie that was never meant to be told. From March 28-30, enjoy The Cher Show, the Tony Award-winning musical celebrating the superstar’s iconic story.
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE
National Geographic Live returns to Mesa Arts Center with a new cast of adventurers and explorers! On Oct. 9, Photographer Andy Mann shares his passion for the world’s oceans and awe-inspiring imagery in From Summit to Sea. On Nov. 6, climb into the clouds to experience the magnificent wildlife and science in From Roots to Canopy with Tree Canopy Ecologist Nalini Nadkarni. Get a glimpse of the breathtaking beauty of Earth After Dark on Jan. 22 with Photojournalist Babak Tafreshi. On Feb. 19,
Biologist Dr. Heather Lynch introduces many varieties of penguins at Penguins of Antarctica. Finally, on March 26, discover the marvels of outer space in Cosmic Adventures with Flight Systems Engineer Tracy Drain.
FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
Get ready to sing your heart out at Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert on Nov. 19. On Oct. 19 and 20, celebrate Día de los Muertos at Mesa Arts Center’s annual free festival featuring mariachi music, folklorico dance, a colorful mercado, a community altar and more. Enjoy the Magic of the Holidays and the jawdropping talents of The Illusionists on Dec. 12.
STAND OUT CONCERTS & EVENTS
Calling all Swifties, Vitamin String Quartet performs songs from “VSQ Performs Taylor Swift” on Oct. 25. Fan favorites Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis perform holiday classics with their distinctive sound on Dec. 10 and 11. Feel the heart-pounding excitement of taiko drumming at Kodo on Feb. 8. Finally, witness the technical brilliance and passionate energy of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater on April 18 and 19.
Explore everything that Mesa Arts Center’s 20th Anniversary Season has to offer. Get tickets at mesaartscenter.com
DAVID FOSTER AND KATHARINE MCPHEE
CLASSICAL MUSIC Inside Out
Mesa Arts Center’s 2024-25 Classical Music Inside Out (CMIO) kicks off the season with a series of community performances, culminating in the first concert of the season on Oct. 16.
This year’s lineup features a stellar array of artists, including the GRAMMY-winning vocal band Roomful of Teeth (Oct. 16), violinist Njioma Grievou (Nov. 13), the Galvin Cello Quartet (Jan. 29), Imani Winds (March 5) and the Mike Block Trio (April 9). Under the artistic direction of GRAMMY-winning cellist Zuill Bailey, the program facilitates engagements with students and the community to inspire a love and appreciation of classical music.
Mesa Arts Center’s CMIO series aims to broaden access to and appreciation for classical music for people of all ages through a diverse range of community engagements in schools, community groups, hospitals and more in Mesa and throughout the Valley. Mesa Arts Center also provides no-cost tickets
for CMIO performances to under-resourced communities.
We are beyond thrilled to bring Classical Music Inside Out back for another season. There is something for everyone, from local, national and international artists who each bring a unique talent to the stage. We take great pride in our continued mission of making music accessible to everyone in our region. Every CMIO artist spends the week in residences in our schools and community. We look forward to seeing you and celebrating our 12th Anniversary season together. – Zuill Bailey
Tickets are on sale now at mesaartscenter.com.
Free CMIO engagements can be found at mesaartscenter.com/bachinthecommunity.
This program is generously supported by Bill Passey and Maria Silva.
IMANI WINDS | PHOTO BY SHERVIN LAINEZ
Join the Phoenix Boys Choir in their inspiring 77th season, “True North,” where their music illuminates a path towards greater stewardship of their gifts and character. Prepare for melodies that ignite integrity, resilience and leadership, are woven through dynamic performances and feature thrilling collaborations and groundbreaking premiers that promise to elevate the journey together.
In November 2024, the Phoenix Boys Choir will once again join forces with the Phoenix Symphony and the legendary film composer James Newton Howard, acclaimed for his cinematic scores in The Hunger Games, The Fugitive, M. Night Shyamalan films and The Dark Knight. This electrifying collaboration, titled From Pretty Woman to Hunger Games: The Film Music of James Newton Howard, will feature a standout performance of music from the Leonardo DiCaprio movie Blood Diamond.
Experience the brilliance of PBC’s Holiday Series, Luminous , in December, where they share their bright gifts. Journey through a tapestry of cultural diversity and modern twists on beloved holiday classics. This family tradition will feature a chamber orchestra, talented soloists and inspiring collaborations with alumni and audience members alongside the radiant PBC choristers.
In early 2025, PBC proudly presents the 3rd annual When Dreams Take Flight: Gospel Honor Choir Festival, bringing together the ASU Gospel Choir, Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church Choir, Arizona educators and youth singers. This extraordinary event will be guided by a distinguished Gospel
PHOENIX BOYS CHOIR: Discover the Light in the Dynamic 77th Season
clinician, who will oversee not only the festival but also a series of enriching professional development workshops.
Through timeless masterworks, March will feature the Phoenix Boys Choir’s Classics concert series, where Beacons of Song illuminate the stage. Celebrating luminaries whose classic and contemporary voices and compositions inspire through artistic excellence and innovation, this series honors those who light the way in the world of music.
PBC’s season culminates in May with their Pops Series, For Good , where the Phoenix Boys Choir embodies positive characteristics through electrifying Broadway tunes, choreography, narration and scenes. Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of inspiration with a prominent Broadway guest artist, reflecting on the enduring impact of PBC’s transformative mission.
PBC’s doors are always open to new choristers. Since 1947, their GRAMMY-winning organization has provided exceptional choral music training and experiences that develop lifelong skills in leadership, discipline, teamwork and empathy. Learn more about how boys ages 7-18 can become a PBC chorister at boyschoir.org/join.
PBC invites you to join them as they explore the limitless possibilities of music during PBC’s 77th season. For more information, visit boyschoir.org
PHOENIX CHORALE’S NEW 4-PROGRAM SEASON SEES
In October, Phoenix Chorale joins forces with Tucson’s True Concord for a special performance in Phoenix of Duruflé’s Requiem/ Martin: Mass For Double Choir — two of
the most stunning choral works of the 20th century in one concert — performed by 48 professional voices — a landmark event in Arizona’s choral history.
A Chorale Christmas anchors the festive season with a traditional mix of holiday music from across the centuries for the whole family, with audience carol singing.
March’s collaboration with MusicaNova Orchestra offers an exciting opportunity for discovery; Tales of Love and Majesty juxtaposes Handel’s Coronation Anthems alongside Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s Tale of Old Japan — a never-recorded, scarcelyperformed romantic story set in Imperial Japan, by one of Edwardian Britain’s popular composers.
In May, the season finale showcases all Pulitzer Prize-winning composers, and offers a preview of the Chorale’s September 2025 recording project celebrating American excellence.
For more information, visit phoenixchorale.org.
Duruflé Requiem / Martin Mass For Double Choir WITH TRUE CONCORD OCTOBER 13
Chorale Christmas WITH CAROL SING DECEMBER 14-17
FROM THE PLANETS TO THE GRAND CANYON SUITE
, Join The Phoenix Symphony for A GRAVITY DEFYING 2024/25 Season
The Phoenix Symphony invites you to their extraordinary season. Filled with exceptional programs, renowned guest artists, treasured holiday concerts and thrilling special events, this season will provide amazing experiences that enrich lives. Join them as they embark on the search for the next Virginia G. Piper Music Director, who will help advance the shared vision of the Symphony as an innovative leader in artistic excellence, engagement and education.
Let the musicians and guest artists take you on a breathtaking journey through the world of live music.
AN EXTRAORDINARY 2024/25 CLASSICS SEASON:
Featured works include Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, Holst’s The Planets, Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1, Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique and more!
SYMPHONY
A “WICKEDLY” EXCITING PHOENIX
POPS LINEUP:
A dynamic Phoenix Pops season includes Defying Gravity: The Music of Stephen Schwartz and Friends, The Trailblazing Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King & Carly Simon, The Music of Selena, Tony nominee Ann Hampton Callaway and renowned Phoenix native Tamika Lawrence singing Simply the Best: The Music of Tina Turner.
BLOCKBUSTER MOVIES:
Experience films on the big screen as your Phoenix Symphony performs the epic scores to The Nightmare Before Christmas™ , Bugs Bunny at the Symphony, Jurassic World™ and The Empire Strikes Back™ In Concert
SPECIAL CONCERTS:
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Dark
Side of the Moon with The Music of Pink Floyd: A Rock Symphony for one night only. Steve Hackman, a Phoenix favorite conductor, returns with his newest fusion, Beethoven X Beyoncé — seamlessly interwoven Beethoven’s Seventh Symphony is the backdrop to fifteen of Beyoncé’s charttopping hits.
NEW THIS 2024/25 SEASON:
Coffee, Conversation & Classics –
At Symphony Hall
Phoenix Symphony Associate Conductor, Alex Amsel, hosts and moderates these working, open rehearsals. Experience your Phoenix Symphony during the day as they rehearse. Participate in a Q&A with the guest conductor and musicians in this casual and intimate experience.
The Seasons Chamber Orchestra Series –
At the Musical Instrument Museum
Antonio Vivaldi’s beloved concertos known as The Four Seasons are paired with four tangos written by Ástor Piazzolla, which echo the seasons of his home in Buenos Aires in these four Chamber Orchestra performances at the intimate Musical Instrument Museum’s Music Theater.
Family Concert Series – At the Madison Center for the Performing Arts
The Phoenix Symphony’s four-performance Family Concert Series invites children and families to explore the connection between music and ideas in performances designed especially for kids. Special interactive activities and the opportunity to meet the musicians are part of each concert.
NEW Holiday Performances
Join the Symphony for their traditional Holiday Pops, Handel’s Messiah and NEW Holiday Brass & Organ, Cirque Holiday, Christmas with Brass & Chorus and the New Year’s Eve Celebration –Disco Inferno with a Champagne Toast
TICKETS:
Subscriptions are available with a savings of 20 percent off single-ticket prices. Traditional Classics, Half Classics, Phoenix Pops, Family and Chamber Orchestra and Create Your Own subscription packages are on sale.
For more information, visit phoenixsymphony.org or call 602.495.1999
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CIRQUE HOLIDAY
CELEBRATING STORIES of the Human Spirit
The Phoenix Theatre Company is thrilled to announce the launch of its 105th Season — a vibrant, wide-ranging new chapter of whimsical adventures, incisive satires and poignant human stories. Spanning diverse settings — from the historic Blenheim Palace to the imagined Jungle of Nool to the radio waves of NYC and the lively streets of New Orleans — their lineup includes both timeless favorites and groundbreaking new works. Season highlights include two world premieres that were recently featured in The Phoenix Theatre Company’s 2024 Festival of New American Theatre: We Ain’t Ever Gonna Break Up: The Hymon & Parfunkel Musical and Let the Good Times Roll: A New Orleans Gumbo
This Season also heralds a pivotal milestone in their legacy with the construction of the new Dr. Stacie J. and Richard J Stephenson Theatre. By transforming its 250-seat black-box theatre into a state-of-the-art 500-seat proscenium theatre, The Phoenix Theatre Company isn’t just expanding the physical space — it’s also broadening the scope for artistic innovation and deeper community engagement. Expected to be completed by Summer 2025, this ambitious
expansion will significantly elevate Phoenix’s cultural landscape.
For over a century, The Phoenix Theatre Company has been renowned for its exceptional storytelling set against the backdrop of the Sonoran Desert. Alongside spectacular performances, they offer a diverse range of community outreach and learning opportunities, including youth camps, audience talkbacks and paid apprenticeships. Join the upcoming 2024/2025 Season as they celebrate the enduring power and beauty of the human spirit. And be transformed — as an Audience Member, Patron and part of the Artistic Community.
We Ain’t Ever Gonna Break Up: The Hymon & Parfunkel Musical Sept. 4 – Nov. 3, 2024
This original two-man folk musical parodies the tropes of jukebox musicals like Jersey Boys, Mamma Mia, Beautiful, Tina, Always…Patsy Cline, The Cher Show... and the dozen inevitable “new” bio-musicals coming soon. Saul Hymon & Bart Parfunkel star in their own musical, playing themselves, their own instruments and
the plethora of other characters they encounter on their path to superstardom-ish, resulting in a uniquely virtuosic musical farce about found family and the power of collaboration... if they don’t break up first.
Waitress
Sept. 25 – Nov. 24, 2024
Based on the book by Jessie Nelson, this musical adaptation tells the poignant story of Jenna Hunterson, a waitress and expert pie-maker seeking a way out of her stifling small-town life and loveless marriage. When a local baking contest presents itself as a potential pathway to a new life, Jenna seizes the chance, though her plans become tangled when she starts an affair with her gynecologist. Featuring Sara Bareilles’ songs like “She Used to Be Mine,” Waitress serves up a refreshing celebration of empowerment, friendship and motherhood.
Miracle on 34th Street:
A Live Musical Radio Show
Nov. 20 – Dec. 28, 2023
Claiming to be the real St. Nicholas, Kris Kringle challenges the skepticism of Doris Walker, a Macy’s executive. Though Kringle captivates her daughter, Susan, his identity is legally contested in a dramatic courtroom battle that tests the limits of holiday belief. Can the Christmas spirit prevail, vindicated by the pure faith of a child? Reviving the 1947 film through the nostalgic art of a live 1940s radio broadcast, this beloved holiday classic features original songs and timeless carols, reminding
us that the greatest gifts are found within the boundless wonder of an open heart and mind.
Seussical the Musical
Dec. 18 – Jan. 26, 2025
Step into the enchanting world of Dr. Seuss, where the Jungle of Nool sets the stage for an eye-catching adventure with Horton the Elephant and a cast of whimsical characters from Seuss’s cherished books. Sing along to catchy tunes like “Oh, The Thinks You Can Think!” as the Cat in the Hat narrates a spectacular journey through unimagined dreamscapes. This Seuss-inspired musical teaches valuable lessons about self-belief, imagination, integrity and celebrating individuality for audiences of all ages.
The 27th Annual Festival of New American Theatre
Jan. 17 - Feb. 2, 2025
Hosted annually by The Phoenix Theatre Company, the Festival of New American Theatre amplifies new voices and expands the canon of American theatre. The 2025 Festival will continue honoring the theatre's longstanding commitment to the development of new works, playwrights and performers and include a variety of events that allow artists of all kinds to see their work come alive onstage. Next year’s festival will feature a Play Reading, two Musical Readings, two Composer Lyricist Cabarets, a Choreography Lab and a return of the 24-hour Theatre Project. This is an opportunity to witness how a production goes from the page to the stage!
DR. STACIE J. AND RICHARD J STEPHENSON THEATRE RENDERING
It’s time for The Phoenix Theatre
2024/25 SEASON
We Ain’t Ever Gonna Break Up:
The Hymon & Parfunkel Musical
September 4 – November 3, 2024
Waitress
September 25 – November 24, 2024
Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Show
November 20 – December 28, 2024
Seussical the Musical
December 18, 2024 – January 26, 2025
Festival of New American Theatre
January 17 – February 2, 2025
Churchill
February 5 – April 13, 2025
Jersey Boys
February 19 – April 27, 2025
Forbidden Broadway
April 23 – June 22, 2025
Into the Woods
May 21 – July 13, 2025
Let the Good Times Roll: A New Orleans Gumbo
August 6 – September 21, 2025
Churchill
Feb. 5 – April 13, 2025
Step back to 1963 England for a historic celebration of Winston Churchill as he receives honorary U.S. citizenship from President Kennedy. Although Churchill could not attend the White House ceremony, his indomitable spirit is celebrated in a captivating one-man show set in the halls of his birth. Experience his famous wit, brilliant oratory and insightful reminiscences about his life’s battles, influential leaders and the women who shaped him. From his deep bond with his wife, Clementine, to his admiration for Queen Elizabeth II and interactions with American presidents, this play offers an intimate Churchillian portrait, blending his public achievements with personal stories in a vivid exploration of a life boldly lived.
Jersey Boys
Feb. 19 – April 27, 2025
Experience the electrifying world of the 1960s rock ‘n’ roll scene with Jersey Boys, the Tony®, GRAMMY and Olivier Award-winning musical. Follow the remarkable rise of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons from humble beginnings to pop superstardom. Dive into their iconic doo-wop harmonies and backstage dramas as they ascend to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Featuring hits like “Sherry,” “Walk Like A Man,” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” this jukebox journey celebrates the music and legacy of a legendary group.
Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation
April 23 – June 22, 2025
Get ready for a hilariously cheeky romp through the world of musicals, where no Broadway hit is safe from clever lampoons and spot-on impersonations. This satirized show skewers the clichés and extravagances that have become signatures of Broadway’s biggest productions. More than just a fast-paced laugh fest, this vaudeville-esque experience also offers thoughtful social commentary through side-splitting musical parodies, serving as a reminder that there is often hilarity amidst the grandeur of theatre’s most revered works.
Into The Woods
May 21 – July 13, 2025
Step into an enchanted forest where beloved fairy tales intertwine in unexpected ways.
BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL |
Here, Cinderella’s quest for love, Jack’s daring beanstalk climbs, Little Red’s encounters with a mischievous wolf and a Baker and his Wife’s longing for a child merge under the watchful eyes of the woods — and the Witch. But in this realm, wishes come with a price. As characters chase their dreams, they learn that each coveted “happily ever after” carries unforeseen twists and consequences that challenge their storybook endings.
Let The Good Times Roll:
A New Orleans Gumbo
Aug. 6 – Sept. 21, 2025
Dive into the vibrant spirit of New Orleans with a musical that follows a heartbroken young woman on her transformative journey in “The Big Easy.” Known for overcoming adversity — from the Great Flood of 1927 to Hurricane Katrina — with faith and joy, this city’s story unfolds through an ensemble that captures its diverse population. Experience a rich tapestry of music, from ragtime and blues to iconic funk, R&B and jazz, that pays tribute to the lifeaffirming spirit of New Orleans. Are you ready to let the good times roll?
A Self-Producing Company for Over a Century
The Phoenix Theatre Company, established in 1920 and originally known as the Phoenix Players, has a long-standing tradition of self-producing their shows. From casting and costumes to set and technical designs plus
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music and more, almost every element you see and hear is developed in-house and seamlessly integrated into each production. They take immense pride in being the top employer of artists in the State of Arizona, engaging over 400 individuals annually, including professional actors, musicians and technicians, as well as essential support staff like waiters, bartenders, house management and administrative personnel. This comprehensive approach supports the local community and ensures a high standard of quality, making every engagement a true festivity of artistic collaboration and excellence.
Wheelchair and
Hard-of-Hearing
Accessibility
Commitment to accessibility remains a cornerstone of their mission, which includes wheelchair accessibility in all venues and accommodations for guests who are hard of hearing. ASL/Audio Description Nights feature additional services such as infrared hearing amplification, audio descriptions and American Sign Language interpretation. Contact the Box Office or a Patron Concierge Manager about any specific needs and accommodations.
More Reasons to Visit
> Live orchestra with crystal-clear sound through an advanced audio system
> Professional artists, nationally recognized and locally celebrated
> ArtBar+Bistro for pre-show dining and intermission refreshments
> Ample lobby for mingling and lush courtyard for exploring
> Free, convenient parking in the heart of the downtown arts district
Audience Learning
The Phoenix Theatre Company provides a campus rich with theatrical facilities and opportunities for personal interaction with artistic talent, catering to both young and seasoned audiences interested in the dramatic arts. Their most engaged patrons, including Season Ticket Holders and Donors, benefit greatly from the engagement offerings, which include backstage tours, private events and special invitations.
Summer Programming
Enriched by a partnership with the Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center, Summer Camp is an inclusive, weekly theater program where kids and teens can foster creativity, develop skills, express themselves and form friendships. Similarly, Summer of Dance, also led by artists from The Phoenix Theatre Company, provides a fun outlet for adults of all skill levels looking to sweat through a workout, improve dance techniques and build community.
Partners That Heal
Since 2008, Partners That Heal has used improvisation to elevate moods and improve communication between individuals and their caregivers in crisis care settings. Team members are specially trained to assess individual needs and select an appropriate interaction from a repertoire of over 250 interventions, proven effective after more than a decade of direct service in hospitals, hospices and other institutions, both locally and nationally.
Join in the Artistry
Join The Phoenix Theatre Company as they celebrate the enduring power and beauty of the human spirit.
For more information, visit phoenixtheatre.com.
SCOTTSDALE ARTS
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DISCOVER UNFORGETTABLE EVENINGS at Scottsdale Arts!
SCOTTSDALE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts is back with another eclectic and electrifying mix of performers for its 2024–25 season. The Center’s calendar of pop and Americana artists continues to grow with concerts by Ben Folds, Rosanne Cash, Andy Grammer, Aimee Mann, Marc Broussard and Joshua Radin. Plus, local favorites The SunPunchers will appear as an Artist in Residence over four dates between December and March. And a trio of shows by living legends — The Commodores, The Miracles and Herb Alpert & Lani Hall — will lend their legacy to the season. Speaking of legacy, the Center has a rich one in the areas of jazz, classical, Broadway, comedy and contemporary dance. This season, artists representing each of those genres, including Branford Marsalis, Jeffrey Siegel, Kelli O’Hara, Cristela Alonzo and Martha Graham Dance Company, will keep
the legacies alive while a series of December concerts, including Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder Christmas and some perennial favorites, keep the holiday traditions burning. With that respect for tradition solidly in place, the Center’s lineup also includes an increasingly popular genre with the appearance of global drag icon Sasha Velour. While many of the shows immerse audiences in the immaculate sound and clear sightlines of the Center’s intimate Virginia G. Piper Theater, some take advantage of the magical atmosphere outside in the beautiful new amphitheater spaces at Scottsdale Civic Center, including the return of popular events like the Dreamy Draw Music Festival, Arizona Concours d’Elegance and the free Sun & Sounds spring concert series.
For more information, visit ScottsdalePerformingArts.org or call 480.499.8587
SCOTTSDALE MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART (SMOCA)
SMoCA will open four new exhibitions and two immersive installations in Fall 2024. Exploding Native Inevitable includes contemporary visual art, accompanied by a program of dance, film, music, performance, readings, storytelling and video by Indigenous artists from a land now called America. Situated on the cusp of another pivotal election, poetics of dissonance presents works from the SMoCA collection that navigate the tumultuous landscape of socio-political discourse. Brains and Beauty: At the Intersection of Art and Neuroscience is a visual exploration of a rapidly expanding field of research that combines neuroscience and psychology to study the neural processes of aesthetic experience. And Cybele Lyle: Floating Seeds Make Deep Forms is a site-specific installation that responds to deserts in the North American Southwest as non-places — liminal expanses for ambiguity within a regenerative ecosystem. All four exhibitions will open in August and continue into 2025.
Additionally, Phoenix-based artist Shomit Barua will bring two installation works to SMoCA in time for the Fall Opening Celebration on Sept. 20. In the Museum’s new space (blank space) area, Barua’s Entrainment 718 will explore spatial and temporal perception through video and sound techniques that recreate the hypnotic and transcendent states that occur on trains. Meanwhile, Barua’s sound installation Hyperwilding can be heard outside in the Nancy and Art Schwalm Sculpture Courtyard. Additional exhibitions will open in Spring 2025, including transfeminisms , a major survey touring show that brings to light a multiplicity of urgent, pressing and ongoing issues faced by women and queer and trans people across the globe. Beyond the exhibitions, the Museum has a series of events planned throughout the year, including the return of popular favorites like Mystery in the Museum and the Glow Up @SMoCA series.
For more information, visit SMoCA.org or call 480.499.8587.
COURTESY OF SHOMIT BARUA
COURTESY OF CYBELE LYLE
COURTESY OF LISSON GALLERY, NY
CANAL CONVERGENCE
Canal Convergence, Scottsdale Arts’ biggest event, will return Nov. 8–17 as it celebrates the 2024 theme, “Reflections.” This free, 10-night, light-based public art event is held every year along the Arizona Canal at the Scottsdale Waterfront. It features a variety of family-friendly activities, including live music and dance performances, educational workshops, interactive artworks and more. The primary draw, however, is a variety of large-scale, light-based public artworks from international, national and Arizona-based artists, all surrounding (or, in some cases, floating over) the Arizona Canal. Many of the artworks also offer interactive elements in an accessible space for the whole family to enjoy. For those looking for a night out, there will be a beer and wine garden at the music stage, and the first weekend of the event will feature the return of the One Water Brewing Showcase, using ultra-purified water from Scottsdale’s Advanced Water Treatment Plant. Returning for its second year, the Canal Convergence
Mini Film Festival , which debuted in 2023, will screen short films that explore the concept of physical and psychological reflections and address Canal Convergence’s annual themes. With Canal Convergence taking place days after Election Day, it will be a poignant time to pause, contemplate and engage with the artworks, fostering introspection, dialogue and unity in the midst of a changing world. That doesn’t mean there won’t be plenty of excitement. In addition to glittering lights and electrifying performances, The Valley’s own Walter Productions will return with a new variation on its ever-popular choreographed fire show.
For more information, visit canalconvergence.com or call 480.499.8587.
CANAL CONVERGENCE 2022 | PHOTO BY DAVID BLAKEMAN
JOURNEYS OF Discovery
Southwest Shakespeare Company (SSC) enters its fourth decade with a season entitled “Journeys of Discovery.” Like the audience embarking on remarkable voyages into fantastic stories, the characters on stage this year must discover themselves anew even as they travel the world. Outward journeys provide inner illumination, especially in the way people treat one another.
The 2024-2025 season offers Shakespearian classics and original adaptations with performances at the Mesa Arts Center (MAC) and the intimate Music Pavilion at Taliesin West. SSC’s classics at the MAC this year include the fanciful and much-beloved comedy of Twelfth Night , as well as a special one-weekend run of A Christmas Carol for Two Actors, and the world’s most famous tragedy, Romeo and Juliet . At Taliesin West, comedy is profoundly moving with The Merchant of Venice, and the magic of the desert location itself is the setting for The Secret Garden.
Shakespeare’s hilarious Twelfth Night finds young Viola shipwrecked on the shore of a mysterious and foreign country called Illyria. There, love seems to direct all the inhabitants to the wrong object of their affections until
Viola’s arrival upends the social order. (Oct. 12-27.) In November, audiences will enjoy a new adaptation of the classic Charles Dickens novel, originally born right here in the valley in front of a crackling fireplace. All the characters in Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey of redemption are portrayed by remarkable performers in A Christmas Carol for Two Actors. (Nov. 22-24.)
In February, Southwest Shakespeare sets the world's most tragic love story in one of history's greatest divides, bringing Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet to new life in Gujarat, India, during the time of partition. (Feb. 8-23.)
In Spring, Southwest Shakespeare returns to historic and magical Taliesin West, with The Merchant of Venice, directed by Beau Heckman, and James Cougar Canfield’s fresh adaptation of a treasured family classic, The Secret Garden.
For tickets or more information visit swshakespeare.org or call the box office at 480.644.6500.
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DEVON C. ADAMS
Twelfth Night
Mesa Arts Center
October 12-27, 2024
A Christmas Carol for Two Actors
Mesa Arts Center
November 22-24, 2024
Romeo and Juliet
Mesa Arts Center
February 8-23, 2025
The Merchant of Venice
The Secret Garden
Taliesin West, Spring 2025
WHERE TOMORROW’S LEADERS Shine Bright
Experience the magic of Valley Youth Theatre (VYT) as its 36th year brings a heartwarming lineup of musicals featuring iconic characters for its 24/25 Season!
Since 1989, VYT has touched the lives of over a million children and their families with captivating performances, dynamic workshops and transformative youth development programs. They offer a safe haven where kids can unleash their creativity, explore their passions, dance, sing and learn the value of teamwork and dedication. VYT is where Valley youth come to grow as individuals, performers and future leaders through the power of the performing arts.
“The positive development of children is at the heart of VYT,” says Bobb Cooper, VYT’s Billie Jo & Judd Herberger Executive Producer. “While we cherish the numerous awards and accolades we’ve received, the true joy lies in watching our young cast evolve into Broadway actors, Academy Award winners, teachers, lawyers, police officers and community leaders. That’s the real magic!”
VYT is also renowned for its community outreach programs. The Sponsor-a-Seat initiative has given more than 26,000 children
and adults the chance to experience live theatre, many for the first time. The Literacy and the Arts program boosts reading and vocabulary skills for thousands of underresourced students annually. VYT also hosts HopeKids, inviting terminally and chronically ill children and their families to enjoy the final dress rehearsals of our shows.
Join VYT this season as they continue to inspire and empower young people through the arts. VYT is not just a theatre — it’s a launchpad for the leaders of tomorrow.
Charlotte’s Web
Oct. 11–27, 2024 at Valley Youth Theatre
A Winnie-the-Pooh Christmas Tail Dec. 6–23, 2024 at Valley Youth Theatre
You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown Feb. 28–March 23, 2025 at Valley Youth Theatre
Annie May 9–May 25, 2025 at Herberger Theater Center
For more information about productions and educational programs, visit vyt.com or call 602.253.8188
CINDERELLA
JENNY KAUFMAN
Visual Arts
DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN BLOOMS BRIGHTER with New Experiences in the Fall
Desert
Botanical Garden will transform into a dreamscape this fall filled with largescale shimmering sculptures throughout the trails, the warm glow of Las Noches de las Luminarias during the holidays and the return of several events.
Fall tickets are now available at dbg.org.
Ticketed events go on sale Sept. 3. For Las Noches de las Luminarias, Garden members can purchase tickets Oct. 4, and general public tickets go on sale Oct. 18. All exhibits and some events are included with general admission.
The Garden kicks off the season with The Leaf Connection. Created by artist Mary Meyer, the exhibit features an intricate display of more than 1,000 ceramic leaves pinned to a map of metro Phoenix that showcases the city’s rich plant diversity. Meyer draws inspiration
from observations recorded on iNaturalist, an established online platform where residents share information on biodiversity. During the course of the exhibit, she will add new leaves as more observations are documented. The exhibit is a captivating opportunity for guests to connect with nature while inspiring art.
Families will then take flight the following month with the opening of Majestic Mariposas Guests of all ages will be dazzled by thousands of butterflies, bright blooms and will learn about the pollinator’s transformation, as well as the Garden’s conservation efforts. The exhibit will open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Sept. 21 through Nov. 11.
Starting Oct. 12, LIGHT BLOOM will turn the Garden into a daydream with dozens of lustrous geometric sculptures. The exhibit opens with
14 artwork installations, 33 light sculptures and one monumental, immersive installation. Artists Serge Beaulieu and Yelena Filipchuk of HYBYCOZO create artwork that features grand geometric sculptures that blend mathematics, science and natural phenomena to create patterns and textures. These illuminated sculptures will cast intricate shadows and vibrant hues over the desert landscape.
“We are thrilled to invite guests to experience an enchanting confluence of illumination and geometric designs with the debut of LIGHT BLOOM. It is among several exhibitions set to enhance the overall visitor experience at the Garden this season for guests of all ages,” says Garden Executive Director Ken Schutz.
That’s not all. The colorful Guelaguetza event returns in the evening Oct. 5-6. Guests can immerse themselves in this cultural experience that celebrates the various indigenous communities of Oaxaca, Mexico. The event includes a procession that guests can partake in live music and a variety of dances opening with the beloved Chinas Oaxaquenas. Variety of art will be for sale, as well as traditional Oaxaqueno food. Visitors will gain a newfound appreciation for this Oaxacan celebration.
From Oct. 17-20, guests can explore 30,000 desert-adapted plants at the Fall Plant Sale. Shoppers can find a variety of desert plants, succulents and cactus to turn their garden or green space into a dreamy landscape. As guests walk through this picturesque outdoor shopping experience, Garden experts will be available to answer any questions and offer advice as well. The event is free; however, guests must make a reservation online.
In addition, several fall-favorites are returning, including Music in the Garden, Lotería Nights and a number of exciting adult education classes. For children and families, Cactus Clubhouse reopens Oct. 3 and is a wonderful experience to connect with nature through hands-on activities, nature play and pop-up experiences. And for the book lovers, the Garden is excited to continue its Read Between the Spines Author Series on Oct. 10.
The Garden will dazzle with its Día de Muertos celebration.
Starting Nov. 1, guests can visit the community altar that pays tribute to the legend of the Cempasúchil marigold flower and the story of Xóchitl and Huitzilin in Ottosen Gallery.
It is believed the scent of the Cempasúchil flower guides departed souls to the offerings prepared for them.
The romantic tale of Xóchitl and Huitzilin unfolds in this exhibit through dramatic visuals, including monumental flower sculptures and handcrafted silver hummingbirds made by artisans from Taxco de Alarcón. The altar will also feature the ceramic artwork of Oaxacan artist Rufina Ruiz Lopez. Visitors are invited to place memories and wishes for loved ones on the ofrenda.
On Nov. 2-3, the Día de Muertos celebration will offer guests a dancing procession, rich food and activities for the entire family to enjoy.
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The Garden is celebrating Arizona’s indigenous communities in November with a weeks-long celebration that culminates with a weekend festival. Guests can learn about Arizona’s diverse indigenous communities at various discovery stations. On the weekend, visitors can experience art, storytelling, music, dance and culture. Artisans from local tribes will offer demonstrations in basket weaving, pottery, etching and more. Some vendors will sell their products as well.
The Plants and People of the Sonoran Desert Week-long Celebration is Nov. 11-17, and the festival is Nov. 16-17.
During the holidays, the Garden’s trails will glisten like never before with the union of Las Noches de las Luminarias and LIGHT BLOOM. For select
nights, the end of November through December, guests can experience a Garden tradition unique to the Southwest that features 8,000 hand-lit luminarias, thousands of twinkling lights, hot chocolate and several musical performances.
For more information, visit dbg.org.
LAS NOCHES DE LAS LUMINARIAS
PLANTS AND PEOPLE OF THE SONORAN DESERT
EXPLORE ART INSPIRED BY THE AMERICAN WEST at Desert Caballeros Western Museum
Experiencethe essence of the American West this season at Desert Caballeros Western Museum (DCWM), nestled in the heart of historic Wickenburg, Arizona. Discover a captivating blend of world-class art collections and expansive historical exhibitions that bring to light the stories of Indigenous peoples, explorers, cowboys, miners and more.
This season, don’t miss the powerful photography of Werner Segarra’s Vaqueros de la Cruz del Diablo and the evocative Western paintings of Tim Cox. And, starting on March 28, 2025, the museum celebrates two decades of the best Western women artists with the 20th annual Cowgirl Up! Art from the Other Half of the West exhibition and sale. This exhibition features over 300 pieces of artwork ranging from large-scale paintings to dynamic sculptures and hyper-realistic drawings. Proceeds benefit the women artists, museum exhibitions and educational programs.
The museum’s growing collection features prized works by renowned artists such as George Catlin, Albert Bierstadt, Frederic
Remington, Charles Russell, the Cowboy Artists of America and the Taos Society of Artists. Contemporary perspectives are showcased through fine art by Deborah Copenhaver Fellows, Cynthia Rigden, Billy Schenck, Curt Walters and many other contemporary masters.
Step into history at the museum’s lower level, where a life-sized recreation of 1912 downtown Wickenburg offers an immersive stroll into the past.
The DCWM offers discounts for seniors, AAA members and active military personnel, with free admission available for Museum members and children 17 and under.
If you love the West, you need to be here!
For more information, visit westernmuseum.org or call 928.684.2272
THE MIM MUSIC THEATER’S FALL 2024 CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS
Exciting Artists from Around the World
The MIM Music Theater’s Fall Concert Series is currently underway and runs through December. Its lineup of more than 50 concerts spans a variety of genres — including jazz, blues, rock, pop, bluegrass, folk, soul and
funk — and celebrates musical traditions from around the world.
As a part of Phoenix’s Musical Instrument Museum (MIM), the MIM Music Theater is designed for unparalleled acoustic quality and comfort. The theater offers exceptional experiences for audiences and performers alike and has earned a reputation as one of the world’s finest music venues. GRAMMY-winner Shawn Colvin calls it “the best 300-seat theater in the country.”
“The MIM Music Theater is intimate and acoustically superb — a tremendous venue in which to enjoy live music,” says Andrew Walesch, artistic director of the MIM Music Theater. “MIM is proud to provide a superlative stage for musicians and a relaxing atmosphere for our guests.”
Audience enjoyment is a priority at the MIM Music Theater, and the venue was thoughtfully
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constructed to provide a phenomenal guest experience. In addition to incredible sound quality, the theater provides spacious, staggered seats that ensure a clear view of the stage from anywhere in the auditorium. A refreshment hour precedes each evening performance and offers craft cocktails, local beers, wines and various nonalcoholic drinks, along with appetizing treats made in MIM’s café kitchen.
Highlights of the Fall 2024 Concert Series include ’80s pop icon Debbie Gibson, whose performance celebrates the 35th anniversary of her double-platinum album Electric Youth. GRAMMY-winning jazz trumpeter Chris Botti and GRAMMY-nominated Black female a cappella ensemble Sweet Honey in the Rock make highly anticipated returns to the theater, and GRAMMY-winning folk icon Judy Collins performs a holiday concert on Nov. 21 and 22.
The Fall 2024 Concert Series also features exciting debut performances at the theater. Celebrated R&B singer Will Downing, Rick Wakeman of the progressive rock band Yes and acclaimed jazz ensemble the Jon Cowherd Trio make their first appearances at the venue this season. GRAMMY-winning producer, songwriter and guitarist T Bone Burnett brings his inimitable brand of Americana to MIM on Nov. 9 and 10, and 10-time GRAMMY nominee John Hiatt performs a three-night run of shows on Nov. 15, 16 and 17.
Returning favorites include Hot Tuna, which features Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady of Jefferson Airplane; GRAMMY-nominated funk, soul and Afro-Cuban musician Cimafunk ; GRAMMY-nominated cabaret icon Marilyn Maye; and soul music legend Booker T. Jones.
The series also presents a selection of festive holiday concerts. Seasonal highlights include Mark O’Connor’s An Appalachian Christmas, the Spanish Harlem Orchestra’s Salsa Navidad, Irish Christmas in America and the Klezmatics’ Happy Joyous Hanukkah
“MIM is pleased to present another outstanding lineup of exciting performers,” Walesch says. “From international superstars to critically acclaimed gems across a wide variety of genres, each artist who performs at the MIM
Music Theater this season will deliver an unforgettable experience for our guests.”
For people who support the arts and regularly attend shows, MIM offers memberships that include exclusive benefits for concertgoers. Circle of Friends memberships, starting at $250, include presale access to concerts and invitations to concert series preview events with MIM’s artistic director. Members who give $500 or more annually also enjoy 10% off concert tickets.
Additional artists will be added throughout the season. For tickets and the complete lineup, visit MIM.org
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BOOKER T. JONES | PHOTO BY PIPER FERGUSON
ART AS ILLUSION and Urgent Message
During the 2024–25 season at PhxArt, discover art that confounds the senses, sheds light on urgent topics and captures moments that endure through the ages.
This season at Phoenix Art Museum, experience luminous, iridescent glass works, intimate photographic portraits and works by various artists who explore the effects and consequences of global climate change.
Through Jan. 5, discover the artistic achievements of Larry Bell, a titan of the 1960s Light and Space movement. Bell’s glass cubes, sculptures, large-scale standing walls and mixed-media collages each contain individual worlds of light, space and illusion.
Beginning Oct. 30, explore Charles Gaines’ vital contributions to the field of conceptual art in two major exhibitions: Charles Gaines: 1992–2023 and Charles Gaines: Numbers and Trees (Arizona Series). Numbers and Trees (Arizona Series), in particular, draws inspiration from the desert landscape, depicting cottonwood trees and shedding light on the precarious nature of the waterways that nourish the resilient species.
In December, Richard Avedon: Among Creatives highlights the work of American photographer Richard Avedon (1923-2004), showcasing prints from his early and late
fashion photographs to expressive portraits of fellow creatives such as Marilyn Monroe, Paul McCartney, Brigitte Bardot, Andy Warhol and Nastassja Kinski. Later, experience Widening the Lens: Photography, Ecology and the Contemporary Landscape, opening Feb. 12, 2025. The photography exhibition examines environmental history and degradation, particularly in the American landscape.
Larry Bell: Improvisations (On view through Jan. 5, 2025) Charles Gaines: 1992–2023 (Oct. 30, 2024 – March 9, 2025). Charles Gaines: Numbers and Trees (Arizona Series) (Oct. 30, 2024 – July 20, 2025). Richard Avedon: Among Creatives (Dec. 6, 2024 – May 25, 2025) Widening the Lens: Photography, Ecology and the Contemporary Landscape (Feb. 26, 2025 – June 15, 2025) Special exhibitions are free for Museum Members and included with general admission.
For more information, visit phxart.org or call 602.257.1880.
CHA RLES GAINES, NUMBERS AND TREES: ARIZONA SERIES 1, TREE #3, AGUA CALIENTE, 2023. ©CHARLES GAINES. COURTESY THE ARTIST AND HAUSER & WIRTH. | PHOTO BY KEITH LUBOW
October 8, 2024
John Clymer, Summer the High Country, Oil, 24”H x 40”W.
OLD WEST. NEW WEST. TRUE WEST.
All on View at the Award-Winning Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West
Western Spirit was recently selected to steward the Eddie Basha Collection , one of the largest, privately owned collections of contemporary Western American and American Indian art in the world.
On Oct. 8, 2024, the museum will present its first exhibition from this acquisition. Titled People, Places, Predicaments: John Clymer’s West , the show will be the launch of future exhibits featuring the Basha Collection masterworks.
On view through Aug. 24, 2025, is Women of the Southwest: A Legacy of Painting , which features various art from the West’s most legendary and trailblazing artists, including Lillian Wilhelm Smith, Kate Cory, Jessie Benton Evans and more.
Permanent exhibit favorites at Western Spirit include Canvas of Clay: Hopi Pottery Masterworks from the Allan and Judith Cooke
Collection and the family-friendly Abe Hays Family Spirit of the West Collection.
Upcoming traveling exhibitions include works of famed female Southwest painter Mac Schweitzer, in addition to Western Spirit’s 10year anniversary exhibition in early 2025. View the museum’s website for seasonal exhibitions and program calendars.
OPEN:
Tuesday-Saturday: 9:30 a.m. — 5 p.m.
Extended Thursday Hours: (Nov.-Apr.) 9:30 a.m. — 9 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. — 5 p.m.
Mondays: Open mid-Sept. — May, 9:30 a.m. — 5 p.m.
For more information, visit westernspirit.org.
MURPHYMADE
SEPTEMBER
4 thru 11/3/24
We Ain’t Ever Gonna
Break Up: The Hymon and Parfunkel Musical
The Phoenix Theatre Company
Judith Hardes Theatre
6 thru 11/23/24
The Collection: Divinity and Devotion in Tibet
Phoenix Art Museum
Art of Asia Galleries
13 - 22
Groundhog Day The Musical Greasepaint Youtheatre
14 - 28
The Diary of Anne Frank Childsplay
Herberger Theater Center
17
DakhaBrakha
Musical Instrument Museum
17 - 22
Mrs. Doubtfire
ASU Gammage
18
Ben Folds
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater
18 & 19
Classic Albums Live
Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours
Musical Instrument Museum
19
Samara Joy
Mesa Arts Center
20
Ballet Under the Stars
presented by Ballet Arizona
Chandler Center for the Arts
AJ Chandler Park
Stage Plaza
20
SMoCA Opening Celebration
Scottsdale Arts
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
20
Julian Lage
Speak to Me Tour
Musical Instrument Museum
21
TUSK The Classic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater
21
Jazzmeia Horn
Musical Instrument Museum
21 thru 11/11/24
Majestic Mariposas
Desert Botanical Garden
21 thru 2/23/25
Shomit Barua: Hyperwilding
Scottsdale Arts
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
22
Get the Led Out
Chandler Center for the Arts
Steena Murray Mainstage
22
Lila Downs
Mesa Arts Center
22
The Sweet Remains
Musical Instrument Museum
SAMARA JOY | MESA ARTS CENTER
23
Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble
Musical Instrument Museum
23 thru 9/22/24
Clue: The Musical
Arizona Broadway Theatre
24 & 25
JD Souther and Karla Bonoff
Together Again
Musical Instrument Museum
25
Lucinda Williams and her band & Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs
Alone & Together:
Come Hell or High Water
Mesa Arts Center
WAITRESS | THE PHOENIX THEATRE COMPANY
25 thru 11/24/25
Waitress
The Phoenix Theatre Company
Hormel Theatre
27
Kansas: Another
Fork in the Road
Mesa Arts Center
28
André 3000
New Blue Sun Tour
Mesa Arts Center
28
Dog Days
Desert Botanical Garden
28 thru 3/2
Werner Segarra: Vaqueros de la Cruz del Diablo
Desert Caballeros Western
Museum
29
Debbie Gibson Electric Youth
35th Anniversary
Musical Instrument Museum
30
Carbon Leaf
Musical Instrument Museum
OCTOBER
1
Aoife O’Donovan and Hawktail
Musical Instrument Museum
3
Billy Ocean
Chandler Center for the Arts
Steena Murray Mainstage
3 & 4
Acoustic Hot Tuna
Musical Instrument Museum
3 thru 5/11/25
Cactus Clubhouse
Desert Botanical Garden
4
Experience Hendrix
Mesa Arts Center
4 - 6
The Planets
The Phoenix Symphony
Symphony Hall
4, 11, 18
Music in the Garden
Desert Botanical Garden
4 - 26
Flamenco Íntimo
Scottsdale Arts
Stage 2
4 thru 11/2/24
Million Dollar Quartet
Arizona Broadway Theatre
5
CCA & C.A.L.L.E de Arizona present
The 25th Annual Mariachi and Folkorico Festival
Chandler Center for the Arts
Steena Murray Mainstage
5 & 6
Guelaguetza
Desert Botanical Garden
5, 12, 19, 26
Dog Days
Desert Botanical Garden
6
Dustbowl Revival
A Laurel Canyon
Retrospective
Musical Instrument Museum
7
One More Night - The Phil Collins/Genesis Experience
Arizona Broadway Theatre
8
Masters of Hawaiian Music
Featuring George Kahumoku Jr., Led Kaapana and Jeff Peterson
Musical Instrument Museum
9
Nat Geo Live: From Summit to Sea with Andy Mann
Mesa Arts Center
9 thru 2/8/25
The Collection: Greatest Fits (Vol. 1): The Art of Archiving Fashion Phoenix Art Museum Kelly Ellman Fashion Galleries 9 thru 10/25/25 People, Places, Predicaments:
John Clymer's West Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West
Viajando por Las Americas/ Traveling through the Americas
Phoenix Symphony
Carlos Ballarta: Tlatoani
The Life and Music of George Michael Chandler Center for the Arts
Steena Murray Mainstage
Masterworks Special Event: Durufle Requiem
Phoenix Chorale
Camelback Bible Church
Candy Dulfer
Funk Harder Tour 2024
Kellogg
Defying Gravity: The Music of
&
Hot August Night The Ultimate Neil Diamond Tribute
- 20 Funny Girl
Gammage
Classical Music Inside Out: Roomful of Teeth
Arts Center
FILM // PhxArt x Lisa Sette
Series: Politics, People, and Society / Igualada
Herb Alpert & Lani Hall
Virginia G. Piper Theater
Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater
Coffee, Conversations & Classics – Stravinsky’s Firebird
Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall
PHOENIX CHORALE
FALL 2024 CONCERT SERIES
Meshell Ndegeocello
No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin
September 16
JD Souther and Karla Bonoff
Together Again
September 24 & 25
Aoife O’Donovan and Hawktail
October 1
Acoustic Hot Tuna
October 3 & 4
Dustbowl Revival
A Laurel Canyon
Retrospective
October 6
Chris Botti
October 24 & 25
The Hot Sardines
October 28 & 29
Cimafunk November 4
Judy Collins
November 21 & 22
And many more!
Concert Series sponsored by
17 - 20
Fall Plant Sale
Desert Botanical Garden
18
PJ Morton: Cape Town to Cairo Tour
Chandler Center for the Arts
Steena Murray Mainstage
18 & 19
Will Downing
Musical Instrument Museum
18 - 20
Stravinsky's Firebird
The Phoenix Symphony
Symphony Hall
18 - 27 1984
Greasepaint Youtheatre
Stagebrush Theatre
19
The Seth Rudetsky Concert Series starring Kelli O'Hara
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater
19 & 20
Día de los Muertos
Mesa Arts Center
19 thru 11/3/24
Dial M For Murder
Arizona Theatre Company
Tempe Center for the Arts
Mirage Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Arizona Broadway Theatre
Ronstadt Revival
The Premier Tribute to Linda Ronstadt
Arizona Broadway Theatre
Rick Wakeman
Musical Instrument Museum
The Black Jacket Symphony Presents Elton John's Madman Across the Water Mesa Arts Center
Zakir Hussain and Rahul Sharma
Musical Instrument Museum
23 - 29
Musical of Musicals
Arizona Broadway Theatre
Rosanne Cash
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater
24 & 25
Chris Botti
Musical Instrument Museum
24 - 27
Swan Lake
Ballet Arizona Symphony Hall
25 & 26
Strange Garden Desert Botanical Garden
Leslie Jones: Live!
Chandler Center for the Arts
Steena Murray Mainstage
Spooktober & Community Fall Festival
Phoenix Boys Choir & Phoenix Girls Chorus
Phoenix Boys Choir Building
She Gees, Female-Fronted Bee Gees Tribute
Arizona Broadway Theatre
SWAN LAKE | BALLET ARIZONA
28
Buffet's Margaritaville Tribute to Jimmy Buffett
Arizona Broadway Theatre
28 & 29
The Hot Sardines
Musical Instrument Museum
30 thru 3/9/25
Charles Gaines: 1992–2023
Phoenix Art Museum
Steele Gallery
30 thru 7/20
Charles Gaines: Numbers and Trees (Arizona Series)
Phoenix Art Museum
Cummings Great Hall
NOVEMBER
1
Men At Work
Chandler Center for the Arts
Steena Murray Mainstage
1
Croce Plays Croce Mesa Arts Center
1 & 2
Dreamy Draw Music Festival
Scottsdale Arts
Scottsdale Civic Center
1 - 3
Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas™
The Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall
1, 8, 15, 22
Music in the Garden
Desert Botanical Garden
2
Día de los Muertos
The Phoenix Symphony
Madison Center for the Arts
2
The Music of Neil Diamond: "I Am...He Said"
Arizona Musicfest
Highlands Church
2 - 3
Día de Muertos
Desert Botanical Garden
8
Some Enchanted Evening featuring Benny Benack III, Stella Cole and Jabu Graybeal
Arizona Musicfest
8 & 9
Murder and a Meal: Murder on the Poopdeck
Arizona Broadway Theatre
8 - 10
Beethoven's "Eroica" Symphony
The Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall
2, 9, 16, 23 Dog Days Desert Botanical Garden 4 Cimafunk Musical Instrument Museum
Nat Geo Live: From Roots to Canopy with Nalini Nadkarni Mesa Arts Center 8
Vir Das: Mind Fool Tour Mesa Arts Center
8 - 17
Canal Convergence
Scottsdale Arts
Scottsdale Waterfront
8 & 22
Storytime
Desert Botanical Garden
9
Robert Glasper Mesa Arts Center
9 & 10
T Bone Burnett
Musical Instrument Museum
MEN AT WORK | CHANDLER CENTER FOR THE ARTS
15 - 17
Come From Away
15 - 17 Fall Showcase
The School of Ballet Arizona Dorrance Theatre
15 - 17
From Pretty Woman to Hunger Games: The Film Music of James Newton Howard
Phoenix Symphony Chorus Phoenix Boys Choir
The Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall
15 - 17
John Hiatt Musical Instrument Museum 15 thru 12/29/24
Disney's Beauty and the Beast Arizona Broadway Theatre
Aimee Mann
Arts Virginia G. Piper Theater
16 & 17
Plants and People of the Sonoran Desert Festival Desert Botanical Garden
16 thru 12/23/24
Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer Childsplay
Herberger Theater Center
Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert
Joshua Radin and Ron Pope
Virginia G. Piper Theater
Tom Paxton and the DonJuans
Rob Ickes and Trey Hensley
20 thru 12/28/24
Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Show
The Phoenix Theatre Company
Judith Hardes Theatre
RUDOLPH
21
Coffee, Conversations & Classics – Rhapsody In Blue: A 100th Anniversary Celebration
The Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall
21
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater
21 & 22
Judy Collins
Holidays and Hits
Musical Instrument Museum
21 - 24
Compton & Bennett —
One Stooge Shy
Scottsdale Arts
Stage 2
22
Average White Band
Farewell Tour
Chandler Center for the Arts
Steena Murray Mainstage
22 - 24
Rhapsody In Blue: A 100th Anniversary Celebration
The Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall
22 - 24
A Christmas Carol for Two Actors
Southwest Shakespeare Company
Mesa Arts Center
23
Tituss Burgess
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater 23
Cristela Alonzo
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater
23 & 24
Booker T. Jones
Musical Instrument Museum 25
Toby Tribute to Toby Keith Arizona Broadway Theatre
29 thru 12/1/24
Holiday Pops
The Phoenix Symphony
Phoenix Symphony Chorus Symphony Hall
30 thru 12/1/24
Mindi Abair
I Can’t Wait for Christmas Tour
Musical Instrument Museum
DECEMBER
The Man Who Killed
The Fab Four: USA Meets The Beatles Mesa Arts Center
29 thru 12/8/24
The Nutcracker
Ballet Etudes
Chandler Center for the Arts
29 thru 12/30/24
Las Noches de las
Luminarias
Desert Botanical Garden
An Eveining with Livingston
Taylor and Loudon Wainwright III
Musical Instrument Museum
3 & 4
Holiday Brass & Organ
The Phoenix Symphony
Various Locations
3 - 8
Kimberly Akimbo
ASU Gammage
6
The Midtown Men: Holiday Hits & More
Arizona Musicfest
Highlands Church
6
Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky
Thunder Christmas
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater
6 - 7
Cowboy Beethoven
Scottsdale Arts
Stage 2
6 - 8
Cirque Holiday
The Phoenix Symphony
Troupe Vertigo
Orpheum Theatre
6 - 15
Elf The Musical Jr.
Greasepaint Youtheatre
6 - 24
The Nutcracker
Ballet Arizona Symphony Hall
6 - 23
A Winnie-The-Pooh
Christmas Tail
Valley Youth Theatre
7
Luminous - Holiday Concert
Phoenix Boys Choir &
Phoenix Girls Chorus
St. Luke Lutheran Church
7
Jake Shimabukuro
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater
7 & 8
Jimmy Webb
Musical Instrument Museum
7 - 28
Scrooge!
Arizona Theatre Company
Tempe Center for the Arts
7 thru 4/13/25
The Collection:
Dutch Art Expanded
Phoenix Art Museum
Ballinger Gallery
8
Big Band Holidays Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
Featuring vocalists Ekep
Nkwelle and Robbie Lee
Mesa Arts Center 8
Luminous - Holiday Concert
Phoenix Boys Choir
Brophy Chapel
8 & 9
In the Christmas Mood
Arizona Broadway Theatre
Lea Salonga at Christmas
Arizona Musicfest
Highlands Church 9
David Benoit A Charlie Brown Christmas Musical Instrument Museum 9
Arizona Costume Institute
Holiday Luncheon
Phoenix Art Museum
SHULER HENSLEY
ARIZONA THEATRE COMPANY'S SCROOGE! | PHOTO BY TIM FULLER
Mark O’Connor’s An Appalachian Christmas Musical Instrument Museum
Keyboard Conversations®️ with Jeffrey Siegel: A Few of Our Favorite Things
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater 10 & 11
Mannheim Steamroller
Christmas By Chip Davis
Mesa Arts Center
The Illusionists:
Handel's Messiah
The Phoenix Symphony
Phoenix Symphony Chorus Mesa Arts Center
Ikeda Theater
Spanish Harlem Orchestra
Salsa Navidad Musical Instrument Museum
thru 3/2/25 The Art of Western Artist
Caballeros
& 15
Handel's Messiah
The Phoenix Symphony
Phoenix Symphony Chorus
Pinnacle Presbyterian Church
- 17 A Chorale Christmas
Phoenix Chorale
Various Locations 14 - 22
The Nutcracker Ballet Etudes Mesa Arts Center
Boys Choir
& 16
Tenors
Broadway Theatre
& 16 Irish Christmas in America
Holiday Brass & Organ The Phoenix Symphony La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church
Dave Koz & Friends
thru 1/26/25
Seussical
and
Virginia G. Piper Theater
Larry Bell Improvisations Through January
Brian
Steena
20 - 22
Christmas with
& Chorus
Ikeda Theater
Luminous
JANUARY
Neil Berg's The 60's Arizona Musicfest
Country
Staring
The Miracles
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater 9
Coffee, Conversations & Classics –
Brahms’ Symphony No. 1
The Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall
10 & 11
Murder and a Meal: Murder on the Movie Set
Arizona Broadway Theatre
10 - 12
Brahms’ Symphony No. 1
The Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall
10 - 12
Detour Company Theatre
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater
The SunPunchers
Artist in Residence
Scottsdale Arts
Stage 2
Keyboard Conversations®️ with Jeffrey Siegel: Dances for the Ears!
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater 15
The Temptations/ The Four Tops
Mesa Arts Center
17 thru 2/2
Festival of New American Theatre
The Phoenix Theatre Company
Judith Hardes Theatre
17 thru 2/21/25
Hello Dolly
Arizona Broadway Theatre 18
Pink Martini featuring China
Forbes: 30th Anniversary Tour
Arizona Musicfest
Highlands Church 18
ODC/Dance
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater 19
Arizona Concours d'Elegence
Scottsdale Arts
Scottsdale Civic Center
JIM BRICKMAN | MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MUSEUM
Avis Ellis A Salute to Tina
Staring Avis Ellis
Arizona Broadway Theatre 22
Nat Geo Live: Earth After
Dark with Babak Tafreshi
Mesa Arts Center 22
Chamber Series: Autumn
The Phoenix Symphony
Musical Instrument Museum 22
JJ Grey and Mofro
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater 23
Itzhak Perlman
In the Fiddler's House
Mesa Arts Center
24
Boney James
Chandler Center for the Arts
Steena Murray Mainstage
The Trailblazing Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King & Carly Simon
The Phoenix Symphony
Orpheum Theatre 25
Amplified Vol. 4:
Art+Music Festival
Phoenix Art Museum 25
Texas Tenors
Chandler Center for the Arts
Steena Murray Mainstage 25
Michael Cavanaugh: The Music of the Great Singer-Songwriters
Arizona Musicfest
Highlands Church
25 & 26
La Bohème
Arizona Opera Symphony Hall
25 - Ongoing
Carlos Amorales:
Black Cloud
Phoenix Art Museum
Greenbaum
An Intimate Evening with David Foster and Katharine McPhee
Mesa Arts Center 27
Uptown
Tribute to Motown & Soul
Arizona Broadway Theatre
Sutton Foster
Arizona Musicfest
Highlands Church
Classical Music Inside OutGalvin Cello Quartet
Mesa Arts Center
Fabulous Five featuring Nicole Pesce & Friends
Arizona Musicfest
Pinnacle Presbyterian Church
Coffee, Conversations & Classics –
Daphnis and Chloe
The Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall
31 thru 2/2/25
Daphnis and Chloe
The Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall 31
Jesse Cook
Mesa Arts Center 31
Muddy & Wolf Revisited with Bobby Rush and the North Mississippi Allstars
Chandler Center for the Arts
Steena Murray Mainstage
Pianist
FRIDA | BALLET ARIZONA
Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández Mesa Arts Center
Handel’s Messiah –Pure Baroque!
Arizona Bach Festival
ORGANIST ALCÉE CHRISS III ARIZONA BACH FESTIVAL
19 thru 4/27/25
Jersey Boys
The Phoenix Theatre Company Hormel Theatre
Syncopated Ladies
Chandler Center for the Arts
Steena Murray Mainstage
Studio Cabaret
Conversations®️
Nat Geo Live:
Penguins of Antarctica with Dr. Heather Lynch
Mesa Arts Center
21 - 23
Symphonie fantastique
The Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall 22
Frankie Moreno & Tony
DeSare: Coming Together
Arizona Musicfest
Highlands Church
22 thru 3/9/25
Blues in the Night
Arizona Theatre Company
Tempe Center for the Arts
22 thru 8/31/25 transfeminisms
Scottsdale Arts
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
23
Organist Alcée Chriss III in Recital
Arizona Bach Festival
All Saints' Episcopal Church
24
Mandy Patinkin: Being Alive with Adam Ben-David on Piano
Arizona Musicfest
Highlands Church
26 thru 6/15/25
Widening the Lens:
Photography, Ecology, and the Contemporary Landscape
Phoenix Art Museum
Second Floor Katz Wing 27
Chamber Series: Winter
The Phoenix Symphony
Musical Instrument Museum 27
The Electric Light Orchestra Experience
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater
28 thru 3/2/25
Bugs Bunny at the Symphony
The Phoenix Symphony Orpheum Theatre 28
tenTHING Brass Ensemble
Arizona Musicfest
Pinnacle Presbyterian Church
Murder and a Meal: Faire is Foul
Arizona Broadway Theatre
28 thru 3/2/25
International Guitar Night
Chandler Center for the Arts
Steena Murray Mainstage
Dear Evan Hansen Mesa Arts Center
THE PIANO GUYS | ARIZONA MUSICFEST
October 24 – 27, 2024 with The Phoenix Symphony at Symphony Hall
December 6 – 24, 2024 with The Phoenix Symphony at Symphony Hall
(U.S. Premiere)
February 13 – 16, 2025 with The Phoenix Symphony at Symphony Hall
March 27 – 30, 2025 at Orpheum Theatre
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SEASON
May 1 – 4, 2025 with The Phoenix Symphony at Symphony Hall
EROICA
May 14 – 31, 2025 at Desert Botanical Garden
Cirque
Piano Battle: Andreas vs. Paul
Steena Murray Mainstage
Terence
THE CHER SHOW | MESA ARTS CENTER
13
Circa | Humans 2.0
Scottsdale Arts
Virginia G. Piper Theater
17 - 19
Joshua Kane:
Borders of the Mind
Mesa Arts Center
18 & 19
Murder and a Meal:
Murder on the Oriental Rug
Arizona Broadway Theatre
18 & 19
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Mesa Arts Center
19 thru 5/4
Bob & Jean: A Love Story
Arizona Theatre Company
Tempe Center for the Arts
23 thru 6/22
Forbidden Broadway
The Phoenix Theatre Company
Judith Hardes Theatre
25 through 6/5/25
Beautiful
The Carole King Musical
Arizona Broadway Theatre
25 - 27
Beethoven’s
Ninth Symphony
The Phoenix Symphony
Phoenix Symphony Chorus
Symphony Hall
28
Britain's Finest
Tribute to the Beatles
Arizona Broadway Theatre
MAY
1 - 4
All Balanchine
Ballet Arizona Symphony Hall
2 - 11
The Wizard of Oz
Greasepaint Youtheatre
3 & 4
All American Program of Pulitzer-winners
Phoenix Chorale
Various Locations
3 - 18
Eddie and Vinnie Childsplay
Herberger Theater Center
5
Sharon Owens
Tribute to Barbra Streisand
Arizona Broadway Theatre
8 Reflections
PBC Master's Men's Choir
9 - 11
Ann Hampton Callaway:
The Linda Ronstadt Songbook
The Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall
9 - 25
Annie
Valley Youth Theatre
Herberger Theater Center
9 thru 9/21/25
Visions '25
Scottsdale Arts
Center Space Gallery
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
10
Let’s Dance!
The Phoenix Symphony
Madison Center for the Arts
11
One of These Nights Tribute to the Eagles
Arizona Broadway Theatre
14 - 31
Eroica
Ballet Arizona
Desert Botanical Garden
15
Coffee, Conversations & Classics – Grand Canyon Suite
The Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall
16 & 17
Insidious: The Further You Fear
Mesa Arts Center
16 - 18
Grand Canyon Suite
The Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall
18
Five Way Street, Tribute to Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
Arizona Broadway Theatre
19
For Good - Pops Concert
Phoenix Boys Choir
TBD
19
L.A. Vation Tribute to U2
Arizona Broadway Theatre
21
Chamber Strings
The Phoenix Symphony
Mesa Arts Center
Virginia G. Piper Theater
21 thru 7/13/25
Into the Woods
The Phoenix Theatre Company
Hormel Theatre
23 - 25
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back™ in Concert
The Phoenix Symphony Symphony Hall
26
Shine on Floyd the #1 Pink Floyd Tribute
Arizona Broadway Theatre
27 thru 6/1/25
Mamma Mia!
ASU Gammage
28
Chamber Series: Summer
The Phoenix Symphony
Musical Instrument Museum
30 - 31
Beethoven x Beyoncé
The Phoenix Symphony
Symphony Hall
JUNE
13 & 14
Murder and a Meal:
Murder at the Silver Saloon
Arizona Broadway Theatre
14 - 29
Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson –
Apt. 2B
Arizona Theatre Company
Tempe Center for the Arts
17 - 22
Life of Pi ASU Gammage
23
Disco Inferno the Best of the Disco Era
Arizona Broadway Theatre
30
Charity Lockhart
Aretha: The Queen of Soul
Arizona Broadway Theatre
20 thru 7/26/25
Rogers + Hammersteins's
Cinderella
Arizona Broadway Theatre
JULY
7
America the Beautiful
Arizona Broadway Theatre
13 thru 6/8/25
The Horse in Art
Desert Caballeros
Western Museum
20
Ulimate Carrie
Carrie Underwood Tribute
Arizona Broadway Theatre
21
Homeward Bound Tribute to Simon & Garfunkel
Arizona Broadway Theatre
22 thru 8/3/25
Moulin Rouge! The Musical ASU Gammage
25 thru 8/3/25
Heathers The Musical High School Edition
Greasepaint Youtheatre
AUGUST
1 & 2
Murder and a Meal: Get a Clue
Arizona Broadway Theatre
6 thru 9/21/25
Let the Good Times Roll: A New Orleans Gumbo
The Phoenix Theatre Company Hormel Theatre
8 thru 9/13/25
Tootsie
Arizona Broadway Theatre
18
Elvis Unplugged and Rockin' Arizona Broadway Theatre
24 & 25
Piano Men: Generations Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel
Arizona Broadway Theatre
MAMMA MIA! | ASU GAMMAGE
