North Phoenix is brimming with opportunities to support community performing arts during the 2022–2023 season. As local troupes prepare to take the stage this fall, Valley Vibe has compiled the following guide to ensure you don’t miss a beat during the upcoming season.
Desert Foothills Theater
The Holland Center
34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale
480-488-1981, [email protected]
www.dftheater.org
Ticket Price $25
See show times online.
‘Disney’s 101 Dalmatians Kids’
Thursday, Sept. 29–Sunday, Oct. 9
The story of Cruella De Vil, as told by local kids.
Desert Foothills Youth Theater
‘Play On!’
Thursday, Nov. 10–Sunday, Nov. 13
Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center
33606 N. 60th St., Scottsdale
An adult play.
A comedy performed by local adult actors portraying a theater group desperately trying to put on a play amidst chaotic interference.
Musical Theatre of Anthem
42201 N. 41st Drive, Suite B100, Anthem
623-336-6001
www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org/season_22-23.html
$25
See show times online.
‘Little Women’
Thursday, Sept. 22–Sunday, Sept. 25
The timeless tale of the March sisters performed primarily by local youth actors ages 13–19.
‘A Year with Frog and Toad Kids’
Thursday, Nov. 3–Sunday, Nov. 6
The children’s book meets a Broadway musical full of adventure, performed by local youth actors ages 6–13.
‘Be More Chill’
Thursday, Dec. 8–Sunday, Dec. 11
The tale of an average teenager who discovers a supercomputer that helps him become popular. This performance hosts a PG-13 rating and will be performed by local teenage actors, ages 14–18.
North Valley Symphony Orchestra
North Canyon High School Auditorium
1700 E. Union Hills Drive, Phoenix
623-980-4628
www.northvalleysymphony.org
$5/Concert; Free/Children 5 and under;
$15/Season tickets
‘The Queen’s Jubilee’
Sunday, Oct. 22, 7–9 p.m.
British compositions spanning the life of the Queen to celebrate her platinum jubilee.
Youth Ensembles Concert
Saturday, Dec. 10, 3–4 p.m.
Shadow Mountain High School Auditorium
2902 E. Shea Blvd., Phoenix
Free
Student musicians from the North Valley Symphonettes, North Valley Youth Strings and North Valley Youth Orchestra show off their talent.
‘A Joyous Christmas’
Saturday, Dec. 17, 7–9 p.m.
Music from holiday movies “Christmas Vacation” and “Charlie Brown Christmas” to ring in the holiday season.
The Phoenix Theatre Company
1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix
602-254-2151
[email protected]
https://phoenixtheatre.com/node/1016
See show times online.
‘The Book of Will’
Wednesday, Aug. 31–Sunday, Sept. 18
A tale of two friends teamed together to preserve the works of their good friend, William Shakespeare.
‘Bandstand’
Wednesday, Sept. 21–Sunday, Oct. 23
An emotional musical following a World War II veteran returning home.
‘Cinderella’
Wednesday, Nov. 16–Sunday, Jan. 1
The timeless classic by Rodgers and Hammerstein, but with a contemporary twist and a few new songs.
ProMusica Arizona Chorale and Orchestra
All Saints Lutheran Church
15649 N. 7th St., Phoenix
602-570-4458
www.pmaz.org
$27.50/Adults; $25/Seniors 65 and up & military; $12/Students ages 16–22;
Free/Children 15 and under with paid adult
ProMusica Orchestra & Chorale
Favorites – Past and Present’
Saturday, Oct. 15, 7 p.m.
Patriotic melodies including “America the Beautiful” and “God Bless America,” followed by classic songs by John Williams, Stephen Sondheim and Richard Rodgers, such as “The Sound of Music.”
‘Christmas Through the Ages’
Saturday, Dec. 17, 7 p.m.
Holiday favorites like “Sleigh Ride” accompanied by new arrangements.
Starlight Community Theater
1611 W. Whispering Wind Drive
Suite 9, Phoenix
623-252-6815
www.starlightcommunitytheater.com
$25
See show times online.
‘The Island of Dr. Libris’
Friday, Sept. 9–Sunday, Sept. 18
The story of a mysterious lakehouse at which famous literature characters come to life, including Hercules, Robin Hood and Tom Sawyer.
‘Blithe Spirit’
Friday, Oct. 14–Sunday, Oct. 23
The story of a writer haunted by the spirit of his ex-wife, performed by local adult actors.
‘Misery’
Friday, Nov. 4–Sunday, Nov. 6
An intimate adult drama about a romance novelist held captive by an irrational fan after she saves his life.
‘Elf the Musical’
Friday, Dec. 2–Sunday, Dec. 18
A musical for all ages, inspired by the cherished holiday film.
Compiled by Caitlin Coulter
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