Celebrate October with the family that’s mysterious, spooky, and altogether ooky with Valley Youth Theatre! The Addams Family is a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family. Find out what happens to our favorite frightening family when secrets are disclosed, relationships are tested, and the family must face up to the one horrible thing they’ve managed to avoid … [More]
Frankenstein from Arizona Opera at The Herberger, Oct. 13-15
Arizona Opera’s eagerly-awaited third world premiere, based on Mary Shelley’s iconic novel by the same name, comes to the stage to open the 2023/24 Season in the McDougall RED Series. With a riveting, cinematic score and libretto by Gregg Kallor, the living, feeling Creature is brought to life only to be forsaken by its creator, Victor Frankenstein. Embracing Shelley’s original … [More]
Free Sidney Poitier Film Festival: Five Films, Two Locations, Oct. 14-Nov. 4
Join us for a free community film festival celebrating the work and legacy of actor Sidney Poitier, with five films and important community conversations offered Oct. 14 - Nov. 4. Often called the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. of movies, Poitier was the first Black actor to win the Academy Award for Best Actor. He was the first Black actor to star in major films in … [More]
Experience Germany at MIM This Weekend
Live music, family-friendly activities, and more Experience the music and culture of Germany on October 7 and 8! Exciting live performances bring you German brass oompah music, classical sounds of the baroque period, and more. Experience other family-friendly activities, including talks with Europe curator Matthew Zeller and a German song and dance workshop. Activities are … [More]
Out of This World Exhibition ‘Lands’ at Phoenix Sky Harbor
A NASA space mission to a small, metallic 'world' captured the imagination of university students around the country. The mission's destination, Psyche, is an asteroid located between Mars and Jupiter that may offer a unique window into Earth's core. Psyche appears to consist of exposed nickel-iron … [More]
Scottsdale Arts Announces 2023–24 Classical and Chamber Concerts
Scottsdale Arts has announced the classical and chamber concerts that will be part of the 2023–24 season, its 46th season of Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel, and new collaborations with local ensembles. The Virginia G. Piper Concert Series is among the premier classical concert series in the Southwest, and this year’s lineup is one of its strongest yet … [More]
Scottsdale Arts’ Fall Season Gathers Speed
From the inaugural East Bowl concert, featuring Wilco, and a 50-year celebration of public art — both at the outdoor Scottsdale Civic Center — to a Dorothy Fratt 100th Birthday Celebration and an eight-part, virtual writing workshop for caregivers, Scottsdale Arts has something for just about everyone this October. The following is a list of performances, events and … [More]
The Phoenix Symphony Opens 2023-24 Season with the Mighty Carmina Burana
The Phoenix Symphony opens it 2023-24 Season with three performances on September 29, September 30 and October 1 of Carmina Burana. The performances represent the kick-off of Virginia G. Piper Music Director Tito Muñoz’s triumphant tenth and final season presenting an extraordinary range of classical and popular programming. The Phoenix Symphony’s 77th season brings … [More]
Explore Arizona Science Center After Hours in September
Join us for September's Extended Hours! Explore all four levels of the Center, The Science of Guinness World Records and a showing of Jane Goodall - Reasons for Hope—for only $12! The best part? We're featuring different laser shows each week for only $5. Whether it's a family night out, date night or you simply want to stop in after work, it's the perfect way to end your … [More]
Latin Proud: A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month
As a Latina passionate about Mexican History, I hear the question arise, “Why does Hispanic Heritage Month start on September 15th?” On September 15, 1810, in the early morning in Dolores, Guanajuato Mex., a priest named Father Miguel Hidalgo rang the bells of his church and called for the people of Mexico to rise against the authoritative colonizers of New … [More]
The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody at The Herberger Theater Center
Let us deliver you to the dark side! With comedy and allure, loving detail, and hilarious parody, The Empire Strips Back drops classic Star Wars characters into the world of burlesque. Be prepared for some seriously sultry Stormtroopers, a dangerously enticing Boba Fett, some tantalizing Twi'leks, a delightfully luke-warm Taun Taun, a lady-like Skywalker, the Droids you are … [More]
SMoCA to Open Newly Reimagined Community Space
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) is reimagining its former Smart Space as a new community area called _____ space, or “blank space.” The museum, which is operated by the nonprofit Scottsdale Arts, opened the Smart Space behind the museum store, Shop@SMoCA, in 2014 as an educational area, offering hands-on activities and additional information about … [More]
2023 Historic Hotels Awards Nominee Finalists Announced, Event to Take Place in Litchfield Park
Historic Hotels of America® is pleased to announce the nominee finalists for the 2023 Historic Hotels of America® Awards of Excellence. The Historic Hotels Awards of Excellence recognize and celebrate the world’s finest historic hotels and hoteliers, through categories of excellence such as Historic Hotels of America Best Historic Resort, Historic Hotels of America … [More]
Scottsdale Arts Expands American Roots Concerts with New Outdoor Venues
Scottsdale Arts has built a reputation for bringing the best American roots performers to Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, and those efforts are now expanding with the addition of the new East Bowl amphitheater at Scottsdale Civic Center. “Kicking off … [More]
Dining Where the Table Doesn’t Sit Still: The Compass Room Atop the Hyatt Regency Phoenix
Phoenix wasn’t the first city to offer a meal on a wheel turning atop a building, but that didn’t make the experience any less exciting in 1976. The Compass Room capped the newly constructed 26-story Hyatt Regency Phoenix at Second and Adams streets, across from the Phoenix Civic Plaza. The restaurant offered entertainment every night, namely a stunning 360-degree view of the … [More]
The BlakTinx Dance Festival This Weekend
The BlakTinx Dance Festival is a dance festival celebrating and highlighting the work of Black and Latinx Dance makers in Phoenix, Arizona. This year’s festival will feature 8 Arizona choreographers: Shayla Eshelman, Renee Davis, L. Alexander Patrick-Rolando, Candy Jimenez & Angelica Salazar, Carla León & David Olarte, THE PACHANGA COLLECTIVE, Ali Adelis and Juls Toledo … [More]
Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation’s ‘Coming to Terms’ Exhibit
Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation will exhibit “Coming to Terms” from now through April 29, 2024, and invite audiences to ask themselves how artwork makes them think and feel. The exhibition will remain on display through April 29, 2024, in the Center Space gallery at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. 2nd Street, Scottsdale. The … [More]
Fall 2023 Concert Series Brings 50 Artists to MIM
Tickets on sale soon! Preview lineup at MIM.org MIM’s Fall 2023 Concert Series goes on sale to the public on Thursday, August 3 at 10:00 a.m. This season’s highlights include jazz vocalist Lizz Wright in September; acclaimed string ensemble the Dover Quartet, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Patty Griffin, and compelling Americana singer-songwriter Allison Russell in October; … [More]
