| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | WOW! Wednesday: Papa Chilly at Foothills Branch Library July 25, 2012 Reading, laughter and magic it's all lots of fun when kids spend time with Papa Chilly.
| | 07/25/12 | Glendale |
American Idol Live Tour 2012Presented by AEG Live - Rocky Mountains at Jobing.com Arena July 27, 2012 American Idol returns this summer for another hit tour to showcase this season's talented top 10 finalists. Launching the careers of many, the American Idol Live! Tour is the first chance to see your favorites in concert!
| AEG Live - Rocky Mountains | 07/27/12 | Glendale |
GreasePresented by Arizona Broadway Theatre at Arizona Broadway Theatre June 8-July 22, 2012 One of the best-known and most-loved musicals of all time bursts on the scene in Arizona Broadway Theatre's all-new production. The Pink Ladies have never looked better and the Greasers are as slick as ever in this blockbuster hit that explores the teen-age complexities of love, cars and drive-ins.
Get reacquainted with Sandy, Danny, Rizzo, Kenicke, Frenchie, Jan, Doody, Marty and the rest of the class at Rydell High.
| Arizona Broadway Theatre | 06/08/12-
07/22/12 | Peoria |
The Will Rogers FolliesPresented by Arizona Broadway Theatre at Arizona Broadway Theatre August 3-September 2, 2012 The Will Rogers Follies focuses on the life and career of famed humorist and performer Will Rogers ("Oklahoma's favorite son"). Using the Ziegfeld Follies as a backdrop, Follies describes the episodes of Rogers' life in spectacular production numbers and conveys the personality of this quintessentially American figure using snippets of his famous homespun style of wisdom and common sense. Follies was the winner of the Tony and Drama Desk Award for Best Musical.
| Arizona Broadway Theatre | 08/03/12-
09/02/12 | Peoria |
The Odd CouplePresented by Arizona Broadway Theatre at Arizona Broadway Theatre September 7-October 7, 2012 Arizona Broadway Theatre proudly adds another classic play to its production roster. The Odd Couple, the Tony Award-winning masterpiece by Neil Simon, had its debut in 1965. Felix Ungar, a neurotic, neat freak news writer - having been thrown out by his wife- moves in with his friend Oscar Madison, a messy sportswriter. The Broadway play ran for nearly one thousand performances and inspired not only a successful film, but also the TV series starring Tony Randall and Jack Klugman.
| Arizona Broadway Theatre | 09/07/12-
10/07/12 | Peoria |
Oklahoma!Presented by Arizona Broadway Theatre at Arizona Broadway Theatre October 19, 2012 - Ongoing Rodgers and Hammerstein's American classic was more than a hit - it was the first real phenomenon in the modern Broadway era. Oklahoma! is the story of Laurey and the two rivals for her affections: Curly, a cowboy; and Jud, the hired farmhand. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Oklahoma! also tackles class issues between the farmers and the cattlemen in the rugged landscape of a state in its infancy. This brilliant first collaboration of Rodgers and Hammerstein set box office... | Arizona Broadway Theatre | 10/19/12-
Ongoing | Peoria |
AnniePresented by Arizona Broadway Theatre at Arizona Broadway Theatre November 30, 2012 - Ongoing Winner of seven Tony Awards, Annie became a national treasure when it debuted on Broadway in 1977 and would go on to run for nearly six years! Based on the Little Orphan Annie comic strip, Annie traces the adventures of a spunky, Depression-era orphan and her escape from an orphanage and the wicked Miss Hannigan to a new life with Daddy Warbucks. "Tomorrow" and "It's a Hard Knock Life" are among the most popular musical numbers in this beloved show.
| Arizona Broadway Theatre | 11/30/12-
Ongoing | Peoria |
Hello DollyPresented by Arizona Broadway Theatre at Arizona Broadway Theatre January 11, 2013 - Ongoing "Some people paint, some sew. I meddle," says Dolly Levi, the famous matchmaker, in this most engaging of musical comedies and winner of 10 Tony Awards. Dolly spends most of her time pairing others, but soon decides it's time to settle a match for herself, which she accomplishes, but only after a ruckus at an upscale restaurant! Carol Channing, Ginger Rogers, Pearl Bailey and Ethel Merman all took on the delightful role of Dolly on the Broadway stage, and Barbra Streisand starred in the lavish... | Arizona Broadway Theatre | 01/11/13-
Ongoing | Peoria |
Buddy, The Buddy Holly StoryPresented by Arizona Broadway Theatre at Arizona Broadway Theatre March 1, 2013 - Ongoing The Buddy Holly Story, the world's most successful rock 'n' roll musical, tells the story of Buddy Holly's meteoric rise to become the world's top recording artist. Originating and playing in London's West End for over 5,000 performances, the show features over 20 of Buddy's greatest hits, including "Peggy Sue," "That'll Be the Day," "Raining in My Heart," and "Not Fade Away." Buddy's life was cut short by tragedy, and his musical career spanned an all-too-brief period during the golden... | Arizona Broadway Theatre | 03/01/13-
Ongoing | Peoria |
9 to 5Presented by Arizona Broadway Theatre at Arizona Broadway Theatre April 19, 2013 - Ongoing Based on one of the most popular movie comedies of all time, 9 to 5 features a brand new score by seven-time Grammy Award-winner Dolly Parton that includes the blockbuster title song. Opening on Broadway in 2009, it received an unprecedented 15 Drama Desk Award nominations. Delight in the antics of Violet, the super-efficient office manager, Judy, the frazzled divorcee, and Doralee, the sexy secretary, as they turn the tables on their "sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot" of a boss,... | Arizona Broadway Theatre | 04/19/13-
Ongoing | Peoria |
Into The WoodsPresented by Arizona Broadway Theatre at Arizona Broadway Theatre May 31, 2013 - Ongoing "Once upon a time!" Ever wonder what happens after happily-ever-after? A baker and his wife set off to remove a curse placed on them by a beguiling witch, and in the process find their lives interwoven with Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, Jack (and his magic beans), Rapunzel, a wolf and a couple of princes as their paths cross in the woods. Bernadette Peters starred in the Tony Award-winning Broadway production of this enchanted tale of growth and self-discovery. If you think you know the... | Arizona Broadway Theatre | 05/31/13-
Ongoing | Peoria |
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor DreamcoatPresented by Arizona Broadway Theatre at Arizona Broadway Theatre July 12, 2013 - Ongoing Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat tells the Biblical saga of a boy blessed with prophetic dreams, his jealous brothers, Egypt's Pharoah, famine, forgiveness and reconciliation. Brought to vibrant life by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, this enduringly popular musical has charmed audiences around the world with its excitement, energy and engaging mix of musical styles - from county-western and calypso to pop and rock 'n' roll. Donny Osmond starred as Joseph both on stage and... | Arizona Broadway Theatre | 07/12/13-
Ongoing | Peoria |
The Great American Trailer Park MusicalPresented by Arizona Broadway Theatre at Arizona Broadway Theatre September 6, 2013 - Ongoing This redneck romp through the white trash territory of Central Florida is one of the most laugh-out-loud shows you'll ever see. When a stripper on the run comes between an agoraphobic woman and her toll-collector husband, their neighbors team up to save their friends' marriage. It's a show about '80's nostalgia, spray cheese, road kill, adultery, hysterical pregnancy, a broken electric chair, kleptomania, strippers, flan and disco - everything a musical should be!
| Arizona Broadway Theatre | 09/06/13-
Ongoing | Peoria |
Camp Broadway 2012Presented by Arizona Broadway Theatre at Arizona Broadway Theatre June 11-July 28, 2012 Arizona Broadway Theatre's Academy for Young Performers Camp Broadway is devoting seven weeks this summer to the introduction of theatre skills for children ages 7 to 19.
Four separate sessions will be held over the summer where children will be involved in acting, music, and movement instruction. Classes are great for beginners, but also effective for those with theatre experience.
Each session culminates in a theatrical performance over the course of the program. These performances... | Arizona Broadway Theatre | 06/11/12-
07/28/12 | Peoria |
The Politics of 1950s American Film: On the Waterfront (1954)Presented by ASU - Center for Film, Media and Popular Culture at Northwest Regional Library July 25, 2011 - Ongoing The Arizona State University Center for Film, Media, and Popular Culture with grant support from the Arizona Humanities Council presents a four film series, The Politics of 1950's American Film.
The series is hosted by Jeremy Carr, visiting research fellow at the Center for Film, Media and Popular Culture, who will present three of the four films. Each session will begin with an introduction, providing historical information and previewing the themes to be shown in the film. A... | ASU - Center for Film, Media and Popular Culture | 07/25/11-
Ongoing | Surprise |
Crazy Times with Madame PatchouliPresented by City of Peoria Municipal Complex at Sunrise Mountain Library January 14, 2010 - Ongoing Kids and parents alike are invited to experience laugh out loud literary adventures with the eccentric and much lived Madame Patchouli get your fix once a week with your choice of two times! Enjoy songs, stories, and crafts each week.
| City of Peoria Municipal Complex | 01/14/10-
Ongoing | Peoria |
Salon Style: Selections from the Permanent Art CollectionPresented by Desert Caballeros Western Museum at Desert Caballeros Western Museum January 14-July 29, 2012 Come to Desert Caballeros Western Museum to see the Art Exhibition, Salon Style: Selections from the Permanent Art Collection. Donation by Aiken and Jane Fisher form the backbone of the Museum's Western Art Collection and their legacy continues through purchases and bequests, a veritable Who's Who of Western art history.
| Desert Caballeros Western Museum | 01/14/12-
07/29/12 | Wickenburg |
| "100 Years, 100 Ranchers" Centennial Exhibition | Desert Caballeros Western Museum | 03/17/12-
10/07/12 | Wickenburg |
Thursday Theater: MadagascarPresented by Estrella Mountain Regional Park at Estrella Mountain Regional Park May 31, 2012 It's time to Move it, Move it! with the cast from Madagascar as they escape from the zoo and get shipwrecked on an exotic island with "wild" animals! Ranger Mark will have the big screen all set up in the Nature Center.
| Estrella Mountain Regional Park | 05/31/12 | Goodyear |
Monday Matinee: JumanjiPresented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 2, 2012 When two kids play an old magic board-game they found, they release a man trapped for decades in it and creatures of the jungle who get loose in the city, causing dangers that can only be stopped by finishing the game. Based on the book by Chris Van Allsburg.
| Foothills Branch Library | 07/02/12 | Glendale |
| WOW! Wednesday: The Magic of Richard Steele | Foothills Branch Library | 06/13/12 | Glendale |
Monday Matinee: The Adventures of TintinPresented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 18, 2012 A young reporter, Tintin, and his loyal dog, Snowy, discover a secret and are drawn into a mystery. With the help of others, Tintin travels half the world to find his answers. Based on The Adventures of Tintin by Herge. Every Monday in June, bring a snack and enjoy a movie with your friends. Children ages nine and under must have a parent, teen sibling, or other caregiver at the program.
| Foothills Branch Library | 06/18/12 | Glendale |
WOW! Wednesday: Arizona Rick, the Magical Balloon-making CowboyPresented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 20, 2012 s a balloon more than a sculpture, a story, a spectacular hat? In the hands of Arizona Rick, it's all this fun and more! Wait until you see how a balloon-making cowboy tells Jennifer Ward's story There Was a Coyote Who Swallowed a Flea!
| Foothills Branch Library | 06/20/12 | Glendale |
Monday Matinee: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate FactoryPresented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 25, 2012 Charlie, along with four somewhat odious other children, gets the chance of a lifetime to tour the most eccentric and wonderful candy factory. Along the way, mild disasters befall each of the odious children, but can Charlie beat the odds and grab the brass ring?
| Foothills Branch Library | 06/25/12 | Glendale |
WOW! Wednesday: Meet Martha WashingtonPresented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library June 7, 2012 You've heard of George Washington, well here's your chance to meet the Mrs! Kids of all ages will laugh and have a good time with their country's very first First Lady.
| Foothills Branch Library | 06/07/12 | Glendale |
| Anime Afternoons | Foothills Branch Library | 06/01/12-
06/29/12 | Glendale |
Invoke the Archangels to Heal Your Body, Mind, SoulPresented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library May 30, 2012 In this enlightening, entertaining and experiential workshop, Sunny Dawn Johnston, internationally recognized psychic medium, spiritual teacher and author will lead you on a journey of self- discovery and healing. Sunny will teach you how to invoke the archangels to empower your inner being and move you from pain or fear to joy.
| Foothills Branch Library | 05/30/12 | Glendale |
Monday Matinee: Homeward Bound: The Incredible JourneyPresented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 9, 2012 Two dogs and a cat trek across America encountering all sorts of adventures in the quest to be reunited with their owners in this Disney classic for the whole family. Based on Sheila Burnford's story, The Incredible Journey.
| Foothills Branch Library | 07/09/12 | Glendale |
Monday Matinee: Dolphin TalePresented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 16, 2012 Swimming free, a young dolphin is caught in a crab trap, severely damaging her tail. She is rescued and transported to Clearwater Marine Hospital where her fight for survival begins. Based on a true story and the book, Winter's Tail: How One Little Dolphin Learned to Swim Again by Julia Hatkoff.
| Foothills Branch Library | 07/16/12 | Glendale |
| WOW! Wednesday: Yellow Bird Indian Dancers | Foothills Branch Library | 07/18/12 | Glendale |
Monday Matinee: Santa Buddies: The Legend of Santa PawsPresented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 23, 2012 Take a fantastic journey with your beloved Buddy friends to the magical world of the North Pole. Join the Buddies in a wonderfully wacky twist on a classic Christmas favorite. Unleash a stocking full of Christmas cheer in July!
| Foothills Branch Library | 07/23/12 | Glendale |
Monday Matinee: The LoraxPresented by Foothills Branch Library at Foothills Branch Library July 30, 2012 An animated rendition of Dr. Seuss's classic book about the threat of industrialization to nature, The Lorax is entertaining and kids will enjoy the characters and bright scenery, while many adults will enjoy some of the subtle bits of humor. Lots of original music too.
| Foothills Branch Library | 07/30/12 | Glendale |
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor DreamcoatPresented by Ghostlight Theatre at Valley Vista Performing Arts Center June 8-June 10, 2012 The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable. Joseph, his father's favorite son, is a boy blessed with prophetic dreams. When he is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers and taken to Egypt, Joseph endures a series of adventures in which his spirit and humanity are continually challenged. Set to an engaging cornucopia of musical styles, from country-western and calypso to bubble-gum pop and rock 'n' roll, this Old Testament... | Ghostlight Theatre | 06/08/12-
06/10/12 | Surprise |
Breach of Faith: A One ActPresented by Glendale Community College at Glendale Community College October 8, 2010 - Ongoing Come and meet Chris miller and Mary Samuels, a sweet, lovable, spiritual, lesbian couple who have just found out that Mary's brother Jeffrey, is next in line to receive a very heft inheritance from their deceased father. Through this humerous and dark One-act play, the audience is faced to look at the hipocracy of everyday life - from Religion to love...and especially, murder. Will Chris and Mary succeed in their plan to kill Mary's brother for the inheritance? | Glendale Community College | 10/08/10-
Ongoing | Glendale |
KIDS WalkaboutPresented by Hassayampa River Preserve at Hassayampa River Preserve June 9, 2012 Join professional bird tour leader Kathe Anderson on an easy walk along the preserve's cool river-side trails and catch sight of our summer resident birds. After the walk, enjoy a delicious continental breakfast.
| Hassayampa River Preserve | 06/09/12 | Wickenburg |
Storytime at Henny&EvPresented by Henny&Ev at Henny&Ev October 27, 2011 - Ongoing Join Henny&Ev for Storytime at Glendale's newest children's boutique. Every Thursday, bring your little ones for stories and songs on the lawn!
| Henny&Ev | 10/27/11-
Ongoing | Glendale |
Red Hot Chili PeppersPresented by Jobing.com Arena at Jobing.com Arena September 25, 2012 December has been a quite a month for the multi-platinum rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers including a Grammy nomination for "Rock Album of the Year," the announcement of their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and now newly added dates for the North American leg of their I'm With You World Tour in January. The 2012 arena tour will be the band's first full-scale tour of the U.S. since 2007 when they hit the road in support of 2006's Stadium Arcadium. Joining the Red Hot... | Jobing.com Arena | 09/25/12 | Glendale |
Highlights of Handel's MessiahPresented by Scottsdale Musical Arts at Lord of Life Lutheran Church November 9, 2012 A free concert to celebrate Christmas and great music: Scottsdale Choral Artists, Scottsdale Arts Orchestra and soloists present highlights from Handel's epic masterpiece. Audience members can sing with selected choruses. Donations of canned food also will be accepted for a local food bank.
| Scottsdale Musical Arts | 11/09/12 | Sun City West |
House Of Floyd - The Pink Floyd Concert ExperiencePresented by SKYE at SKYE June 8-June 9, 2012 The San Francisco Bay Area's House of Floyd performs the music of Pink Floyd, and has gained a strong following for their unique ability to enthuse both the hard-core fans of the early adventurous Floyd and those who enjoy the songs and soundscapes that later brought them widespread appeal. They capture the essence of each of the various Pink Floyd eras from the formative Syd Barrett days, through the 70s and the final post-Waters era.
In the Pink Floyd tradition, a House of Floyd... | SKYE | 06/08/12-
06/09/12 | Peoria |
The Magic of Manilow - The Music Of Barry ManilowPresented by SKYE at SKYE June 1, 2012 The Piano Man series is proud to announce its latest entry.
Featuring Terry Davies and a line up of stellar musicians and vocalists, The Magic Of Manilow pays homage to the music of one of the biggest selling artists of our time, Barry Manilow.
Barry is best known for his catalogue of hits that include the chart topping "Mandy", "Ready To Take A Chance Again", "Could It Be Magic", "Copacabana (At the Copa)", "I Write The Songs", "Can't Smile Without You" and many... | SKYE | 06/01/12 | Peoria |
The 3 International Tenors...and a guy from Detroit!Presented by SKYE at SKYE June 3-June 10, 2012 The 3 International Tenors pay tribute to some of the finest music in the world: Opera, Musical Theater and Pop Opera.
The show includes tributes to the greats including Luciano Pavarotti, Andrea Bocelli and Enrico Caruso and stirring performances of your favorite songs such as "Time To Say Goodbye", "Ave Maria" and "Nessum Dorma".
| SKYE | 06/03/12-
06/10/12 | Peoria |
Second Helping: Lynyrd Skynyrd TributePresented by SKYE at SKYE June 2, 2012 Second Helping is a ten-member full-costume tribute to the legendary gods of southern rock, Lynyrd Skynyrd. All the music all the charisma...all the spirit that never died.
| SKYE | 06/02/12 | Peoria |
Fire and Rain: The James Taylor TributePresented by SKYE at SKYE June 16, 2012 Fire and Rain pay particular close attention to the details of each song and have crafted a sound that captures the live and recorded sounds of James Taylor in concert. James Taylor fans leave each concert with a sense of having just left JT's concert itself!
| SKYE | 06/16/12 | Peoria |
The Magic Of ManilowPresented by SKYE at SKYE June 17, 2012 Terry Davies and a line up of stellar musicians and vocalists, The Magic Of Manilow pays homage to the music of one of the biggest selling artists of our time, Barry Manilow.
| SKYE | 06/17/12 | Peoria |
Desperado: The Premier Eagles TributePresented by SKYE at SKYE June 22, 2012 Desperado is rapidly becoming the best and most well known Eagles tributes in the United States. They boast a talented lineup of five lead singers and five multi-instrumentalists; which posess and rival the musical talents of the Eagles themselves. Desperado was founded in 2002 by lead singing, guitarist and keyboardist's Aaron Broering.
| SKYE | 06/22/12 | Peoria |
Under The Blood Red Sky: The U2 TributePresented by SKYE at SKYE June 23, 2012 UABRS is an acclaimed U2 tribute band that passionately recreates authentic U2 concerts. Covering the War tour in 1983 to present day, each show has amazed fans with their ability to recreate famous U2 shows and has solidified their reputation for sold out venues.
| SKYE | 06/23/12 | Peoria |
Heart Love Alive: The Tribute To HeartPresented by SKYE at SKYE June 29, 2012 Heart Love Alive Tribute, a Los Angeles premier Heart tribute rock band, set out to re-create the music of the legendary powerhouse rock band, Heart! With their love for this music, the band members put their Heart and soul into every performance, living up to their name Heart Love Alive and quickly want to become a must see/must have band for fairs and festivals, clubs and bars, private parties, community concerts, and corporate events!
| SKYE | 06/29/12 | Peoria |
Pavement Chasers: The Adele Tribute featuring Karen HollowayPresented by SKYE at SKYE June 30, 2012 Idol In the Skye Season 5 winner, Karen Holloway, is firmly establishing herself as one of Arizona's finest vocal talents over the last decade. Karen's unique singing style and talent along with her unbelievable range has been compared to Aretha Franklin and Chaka Khan.
| SKYE | 06/30/12 | Peoria |
TJ Weaver: An Evening With GarthPresented by SKYE at SKYE July 7, 2012 TAD Management and The Hammer Company proudly presents "An evening with Garth". From beginning to end, this smokin' hot production takes you through a journey of the music of international country superstar Garth Brooks.
| SKYE | 07/07/12 | Peoria |
56: An evening of 1950's Rock and RollPresented by SKYE at SKYE July 13, 2012 The year 1956 a year featured Coup de Villes and drive-in movies, Ed Sullivan and Milton Berle in your living room every week, Mickey Mantle leading the Yankees to the pennant and Grace Kelly leaving Hollywood's silver screen to become a Princess. Come here it all recreated via its great music.
| SKYE | 07/13/12 | Peoria |
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