NIYAZ has created a 21st century global trance tradition by seamlessly blending medieval Sufi poetry and folk songs from their native Iran and its surrounding countries with rich acoustic instrumentation and state-of-the-art modern electronics. Founded by captivating vocalist/composer and two-time Juno Award nominee Azam Ali, and multi-instrumentalist/composer and Juno Award nominee Loga Ramin Torkian, NIYAZ […]
Undeniably the reigning virtuoso of the violin, Itzhak Perlman enjoys superstar status rarely afforded a classical musician. Beloved for his charm and humanity as well as his talent, he is treasured by audiences throughout the world who respond not only to his remarkable artistry but also to his irrepressible joy in making music. In January […]
Step into a wondrous musical time machine, and celebrate the 75th anniversary of the music that ended World War II! Featuring the iconic tunes of Bing Crosby, Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Jordan, the Andrews Sisters, Danny Kaye, Dinah Shore, and more, Davina & The Vagabonds and The Hot Club of Cowtown bring to vibrant life the […]
With its seductive movement, scintillating music, vibrant costumes, sets and lighting, international sensation Grupo Corpo makes their Tucson debut in a performance that reflects the amazing diversity and rich color of their native Brazil. This incomparable dance troop will light up Centennial Hall with a stimulating mix of street dance, ballet and contemporary Afro- Brazilian […]
Back by popular demand, Black Violin is composed of classically-trained violist Wil B. and violinist Kev Marcus, who combine their classical training and hip-hop influences to create a unique, distinctive, multi-genre sound that is often described as “classical boom.” The duo focuses on overcoming stereotypes, and they encourage people of all ages, races and economic […]
Celebrate America’s rich history of song with beloved baritone Thomas Hampson when he performs the American Songbook and explores the influential people and monumental events that helped create and define “the land of the free.” Illuminating and questioning the role of core American values such as freedom and brotherhood, Song of America: Beyond Liberty takes […]
Step right up ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, to the Cirque Mechanics world of gears and canvas, pulleys and sawdust! Acrobatics and clowning meet early-industrial mechanical ingenuity all inside 42 feet. At the center of every circus rests a 42ft ring full of thrills, laughs and excitement. 42FT – A Menagerie of Mechanical Marvels, […]
From one inescapable melody to another, legendary violinist Pinchas Zukerman is both conductor and soloist in this powerful concert featuring Tchaikovsky and Mozart. The evening opens with Tchaikovsky’s stirring and delightfully familiar “Polonaise,” from the lyric opera Eugene Onegin, a dance tune both light and imperial all at the same time. Mozart’s Fifth Violin Concerto, […]
Kick off the second half of our 25th Anniversary season with saxophonist Maceo Parker: the man who embodies the legacy of soul and funk music like no other musician can. Always at the forefront, Maceo has been a common thread in the history of funk helping to pioneer the genre in collaborations with seminal icons […]
Laura Osnes, Cinderella in Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella • Courtney Reed, Jasmine in Broadway’s Aladdin • Susan Egan, Belle in Broadway’s Beauty And The Beast and the voice of Meg in Disney’s animated film Hercules
The Princesses are throwing a ball, and you’re invited! Brush off your tiara, get your ballgown out of the closet and join […]
