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Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
The most enchanting musical of all time, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast - based on Disney’s Academy Award-winning film, features the timeless story we love along with our favorite characters […]
2 events,
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
3 events,
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
New Year’s Eve: Disco Inferno
New Year’s Eve: Disco Inferno
Put on your sequined bell-bottoms and ring in the New Year with your Phoenix Symphony. Join us for Disco Inferno led by the beloved Phoenix Favorite Stuart Chafetz.
2 events,
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
0 events,
1 event,
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
4 events,
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
Neil Berg’s The 60’s: Peace, Love & Rock N’ Roll
Neil Berg’s The 60’s: Peace, Love & Rock N’ Roll
Relive the greatest decade of rock and roll – the 60’s! The counterculture movement of the 1960’s became synonymous with the most iconic music of all time. This powerhouse concert […]
Neil Berg’s The 60’s: Peace, Love & Rock N’ Roll
Neil Berg’s The 60’s: Peace, Love & Rock N’ Roll
Relive the greatest decade of rock and roll – the 60’s! The counterculture movement of the 1960’s became synonymous with the most iconic music of all time. This powerhouse concert […]
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
1 event,
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
0 events,
2 events,
esperanza spalding
esperanza spalding
A virtuosic bass player. Her voice is capable of acrobatics. . . . Her lyrics are poetry. —NPR An artist who defies categorization beyond the descriptor ‘brilliant.’ —Isthmus A five-time […]
esperanza spalding
esperanza spalding
A virtuosic bass player. Her voice is capable of acrobatics. . . . Her lyrics are poetry. —NPR An artist who defies categorization beyond the descriptor ‘brilliant.’ —Isthmus A five-time […]
1 event,
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
3 events,
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
Garrison Keillor Tonight
Garrison Keillor Tonight
Garrison Keillor Tonight is an evening of stand-up, storytelling, audience song, and poetry. One man, one microphone. There are sung sonnets, limericks and musical jokes, and the thread that runs […]
4 events,
Brahms’ Symphony No. 1
Brahms’ Symphony No. 1
After Brahms successfully debuted his Symphony No. 1 in 1876, the famed conductor Hans von Bülow declared it to be “Beethoven’s Tenth.” William Eddins leads the orchestra in this popular […]
The Lion in Winter
The Lion in Winter
The Lion in Winter presents a comedic yet deeply dramatic portrayal of the power struggles within the Plantagenet family, vying for control of a kingdom. Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, imprisoned […]
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
Nurse John: The Short Staffed Tour
Nurse John: The Short Staffed Tour
John Dela Cruz’s (a.k.a Nurse John’s) comedy is like talking to your work bestie; you trauma dump, cry, scream, and laugh together through all the high and the lows of […]
11 events,
Musical Instrument Petting Zoo-Art on the Lake
Musical Instrument Petting Zoo-Art on the Lake
“Thank you for showing my nieces the magic of music!” ~ Denise R. The Civic Orchestra of Tucson introduced the Musical Instrument Petting Zoo to our community in 1995. The […]
Vicki Lawrence & Mama: A Two Woman Show
Vicki Lawrence & Mama: A Two Woman Show
Multi-talented Vicki Lawrence, is an actress, comedian, and singer known for the many characters she originated on CBS’s The Carol Burnett Show, where she appeared from 1967 to 1978, for […]
Southwest Gospel Festival
Southwest Gospel Festival
This great event is a 2-Day, 4-Session event featuring the best in Christian and Southern Gospel Music! Come enjoy a great weekend of music and comedy featuring Mark Lowry, Greater […]
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
7 events,
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
The Lion in Winter
The Lion in Winter
The Lion in Winter presents a comedic yet deeply dramatic portrayal of the power struggles within the Plantagenet family, vying for control of a kingdom. Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, imprisoned […]
French Impressions
French Impressions
French favorites meet new wonders, led by guest conductor Sunny Xia! While all three French works were written within a decade in the late 19th century, only two—Debussy’s Petite Suite […]
Brahms’ Symphony No. 1
Brahms’ Symphony No. 1
After Brahms successfully debuted his Symphony No. 1 in 1876, the famed conductor Hans von Bülow declared it to be “Beethoven’s Tenth.” William Eddins leads the orchestra in this popular […]
0 events,
1 event,
Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel | Dances for the Ears!
Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel | Dances for the Ears!
Listen to the dance! The lively, rhythmic music of Bach, Chopin, and Spanish composers Enrique Granados and Manuel de Falla just might have you tapping your toes during this Keyboard […]
4 events,
The Temptations | The Four Tops
The Temptations | The Four Tops
The Temptations and The Four Tops will be coheadlining and bringing the grooves to Mesa Arts Center on January 15! With a collection of hits that are the virtual history […]
Coffee at Kerr: La Bohème
Coffee at Kerr: La Bohème
THIS EVENT WILL BE A PREVIEW OUR UPCOMING PRODUCTION OF LA BOHÈME. Giacomo Puccini’s beloved classic La Bohème transports you to the streets of 19th century Paris for one of […]
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
Terry Virts | How to Astronaut
Terry Virts | How to Astronaut
Terry Virts retired from the space program after having achieved nearly everything he ever dreamed possible, including serving in the U.S. Air Force as an F-16 fighter and test pilot, […]
3 events,
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
An Evening at the Movies with Itzhak Perlman
An Evening at the Movies with Itzhak Perlman
The greatest living violinist returns for a special one-night only performance of iconic violin solos from the movies. Beloved for his charm and humanity, he is treasured by audiences worldwide […]
4 events,
Handel & Vivaldi: The Best of Baroque
Handel & Vivaldi: The Best of Baroque
Antonio Vivaldi’s Gloria is a perennial favorite of audiences and, second only to his Four Seasons, is his best-known work. The liturgical Gloria text was first inspired by the angels’ joyful melody at Christ’s birth. […]
The Lion in Winter
The Lion in Winter
The Lion in Winter presents a comedic yet deeply dramatic portrayal of the power struggles within the Plantagenet family, vying for control of a kingdom. Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, imprisoned […]
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
Paquito D’Rivera
Paquito D’Rivera
Born in Havana, Cuba, Paquito D’Rivera was a child prodigy who performed with the National Theater Orchestra at age 10. A founding member of the iconic Irakere, he helped blend […]
8 events,
Pink Martini featuring China Forbes: 30th Anniversary Tour
Pink Martini featuring China Forbes: 30th Anniversary Tour
Musicfest’s favorite globetrotting “little orchestra,” helmed by pianist Thomas Lauderdale, returns to the stage for two performances of big, bold, genre-defying songs that traverse time and geography. Featuring lead singer […]
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
The Lion in Winter
The Lion in Winter
The Lion in Winter presents a comedic yet deeply dramatic portrayal of the power struggles within the Plantagenet family, vying for control of a kingdom. Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, imprisoned […]
Handel & Vivaldi: The Best of Baroque
Handel & Vivaldi: The Best of Baroque
Antonio Vivaldi’s Gloria is a perennial favorite of audiences and, second only to his Four Seasons, is his best-known work. The liturgical Gloria text was first inspired by the angels’ joyful melody at Christ’s birth. […]
5 events,
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
The Lion in Winter
The Lion in Winter
The Lion in Winter presents a comedic yet deeply dramatic portrayal of the power struggles within the Plantagenet family, vying for control of a kingdom. Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, imprisoned […]
Handel & Vivaldi: The Best of Baroque
Handel & Vivaldi: The Best of Baroque
Antonio Vivaldi’s Gloria is a perennial favorite of audiences and, second only to his Four Seasons, is his best-known work. The liturgical Gloria text was first inspired by the angels’ joyful melody at Christ’s birth. […]
Pink Martini featuring China Forbes
Pink Martini featuring China Forbes
In 1994 in his hometown of Portland, Oregon, Thomas Lauderdale was working in local politics, attending every political fundraiser under the sun… but was dismayed to find the music at […]
2 events,
John Pizzarelli Trio
John Pizzarelli Trio
A living encyclopedia of the best popular music that the West has ever produced. —James Taylor World-renowned guitarist and singer John Pizzarelli has dedicated many of his albums to the […]
John Pizzarelli Trio
John Pizzarelli Trio
A living encyclopedia of the best popular music that the West has ever produced. —James Taylor World-renowned guitarist and singer John Pizzarelli has dedicated many of his albums to the […]
7 events,
Opera For Lunch
Opera For Lunch
Step away from your desk and experience world-class singing with our Opera For Lunch Recital Series! Join us for our free, 30-minute lunchtime recitals each month at the Arizona Opera […]
Charles Lloyd Ocean Trio
Charles Lloyd Ocean Trio
Featuring Gerald Clayton and Anthony Wilson $64.50–$85.50 Follow the career of Charles Lloyd, and you see a map of great jazz across half a century. —New York Times Charles Lloyd […]
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
3 events,
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
Itzhak Perlman: In The Fiddler’s House
Itzhak Perlman: In The Fiddler’s House
Itzhak Perlman, reigning virtuoso of the violin, presents his collection of traditional klezmer music, In the Fiddler’s House. Released more than 25 years ago, the album became a PBS special […]
5 events,
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
The Lion in Winter
The Lion in Winter
The Lion in Winter presents a comedic yet deeply dramatic portrayal of the power struggles within the Plantagenet family, vying for control of a kingdom. Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, imprisoned […]
Charles Lloyd Ocean Trio
Charles Lloyd Ocean Trio
NEA Jazz Masters and recipient of the Ordre de Chevalier des Arts et Lettres, Charles Lloyd, continues to elevate the art form with each performance and recording. Born in Memphis, […]
The Trailblazing Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King & Carly Simon
The Trailblazing Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King & Carly Simon
Few singer-songwriters have enjoyed the success and influence of Joni Mitchell, Carole King, and Carly Simon. Fifty years ago, these talented musicians channeled the changing role of women into pop music classics that have endured across […]
12 events,
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
Michael Cavanaugh: The Music of the Great Singer-Songwriters
Michael Cavanaugh: The Music of the Great Singer-Songwriters
The star of last season’s highly-successful tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John, Michael Cavanaugh (Tony and Grammy nominee for Broadway’s Movin’ Out) returns to honor the music of even more celebrated singer-songwriters. […]
The Lion in Winter
The Lion in Winter
The Lion in Winter presents a comedic yet deeply dramatic portrayal of the power struggles within the Plantagenet family, vying for control of a kingdom. Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, imprisoned […]
Gunhild Carling
Gunhild Carling
Swedish musical sensation Gunhild Carling is an internationally acclaimed superstar whose show is a can’t-miss event! Whether she’s singing favorite swinging jazz standards, playing one of many 11 instruments (trumpet, […]
10 events,
Seussical the Musical
Seussical the Musical
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a […]
The Lion in Winter
The Lion in Winter
The Lion in Winter presents a comedic yet deeply dramatic portrayal of the power struggles within the Plantagenet family, vying for control of a kingdom. Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, imprisoned […]
The Trailblazing Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King & Carly Simon
The Trailblazing Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King & Carly Simon
Few singer-songwriters have enjoyed the success and influence of Joni Mitchell, Carole King, and Carly Simon. Fifty years ago, these talented musicians channeled the changing role of women into pop music classics that have endured across […]
2 events,
Haley Heynderickx and the Westerlies
Haley Heynderickx and the Westerlies
Haley Heynderickx’s songwriting is crushingly intimate, vivid, melodically inventive, and completely unpredictable. Her debut album I Need to Start a Garden seamlessly contrasts her unconventional tunings and American Primitive–inspired fingerpicking […]
Sutton Foster
Sutton Foster
The astonishing two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster brings her irresistible show-stopping talent, vocal artistry, and effusive charm to Musicfest. One of Broadway’s most celebrated stars, this leading actor, dancer, […]
2 events,
Stolen Moments
Stolen Moments
Immerse students in the electrifying world of jazz! Both captivating and informative, the show’s combination of a live jazz quintet, spoken word, and video projection takes students on a journey […]
Blues in the Night – Tucson
Blues in the Night – Tucson
A musical celebration of the blues and its influence on American music, this toe-tapping revue weaves the stories of three women and one man as they navigate love, heartbreak, and […]
2 events,
Galvin Cello Quartet
Galvin Cello Quartet
Itzhak Perlman, reigning virtuoso of the violin, presents his collection of traditional klezmer music, In the Fiddler’s House. Released more than 25 years ago, the album became a PBS special […]
Blues in the Night – Tucson
Blues in the Night – Tucson
A musical celebration of the blues and its influence on American music, this toe-tapping revue weaves the stories of three women and one man as they navigate love, heartbreak, and […]
6 events,
Coffee, Conversation & Classics – Daphnis and Chloé
Coffee, Conversation & Classics – Daphnis and Chloé
Join Alex Amsel, Phoenix Symphony Associate Conductor, as he hosts and moderates these Phoenix Symphony working, open rehearsals for “Coffee, Conversation & Classics.” Experience your Phoenix Symphony as they rehearse […]
Blues in the Night – Tucson
Blues in the Night – Tucson
A musical celebration of the blues and its influence on American music, this toe-tapping revue weaves the stories of three women and one man as they navigate love, heartbreak, and […]
Fabulous Five featuring Nicole Pesce & Friends
Fabulous Five featuring Nicole Pesce & Friends
Well-known to Musicfest audiences, Valley favorite Nicole Pesce unites her two musical acts into one swingin’ super-group for this special Musicfest performance. We3 (pianist Pesce, along with vocalist Renee Grant […]
Blues in the Night – Tucson
Blues in the Night – Tucson
A musical celebration of the blues and its influence on American music, this toe-tapping revue weaves the stories of three women and one man as they navigate love, heartbreak, and […]
5 events,
Opera Everywhere
Opera Everywhere
Experience Tucson like never before with Arizona Opera’s Opera Everywhere performances featuring the Marion Roose Pullin Opera Studio and Katherine Kozak throughout the 2024/25 Season. Enjoy casual, family-friendly opera in […]
Daphnis and Chloé
Daphnis and Chloé
Emmy Award-winning and Grammy-nominated conductor Miguel Harth-Bedoya leads the orchestra in Ravel’s evocative Daphnis and Chloe Suite No. 2 and the composer’s glittering La Valse, two musical triumphs by one of the most accomplished […]
Blues in the Night – Tucson
Blues in the Night – Tucson
A musical celebration of the blues and its influence on American music, this toe-tapping revue weaves the stories of three women and one man as they navigate love, heartbreak, and […]
Micky Dolenz: An Evening of Songs and Stories
Micky Dolenz: An Evening of Songs and Stories
Micky Dolenz is an actor, singer, director, producer, writer, radio DJ, inventor, and all-around performer extraordinaire, and stands tall as a paragon of taste and accomplishment in the rough-and-tumble world […]
12 events,
Bravo Young Artists Benefit Concert
Bravo Young Artists Benefit Concert
Johannes Brahms ~ Academic Overture Ludwig van Beethoven ~ Piano Concerto No. 2, Mvt. 1 with Alexis Dyche, Jr. Piano 1st Place Winner in 2024 Franz Liszt ~ Piano Concerto […]
Mahler and Schumann
Mahler and Schumann
Mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke returns for a second Mahler turn! The Metropolitan Opera star will perform a selection from the composer’s five-song cycle based on the work of Friedrich Rückert. The […]