Go to tucson.com/calendar for many more activities. Some events offer discounted tickets for students, seniors, military and others. Call venue for details.
COMEDY
The Canterville Ghost — Mountain View High School, 3901 W. Linda Vista Blvd. Centers around the Otis Family, a stereotypical American family who purchase and move into Canterville Chase, a beautiful old English Manor accompanied by a resident ghost. 7-9 p.m. April 27. $8. 579-4449.
The Pajama Game — Marroney Theatre, 1025 N. Olive Road. Rocky relationship between the new superintendent and the leader of the union grievance committee comes to a head when the workers strike for a raise, causing a conflict between labor and management. Ages 6 and up. 7:30 p.m. April 27 and 28; 1:30 p.m. April 29. $15-$31. 621-1162.
Unscrewed Theater Improv Shows — Dedicated Bakery, 4500 E. Speedway. Not Burnt Out Just Unscrewed Improv Comedy Troupe. 7-8:15 p.m. April 27 and May 4. Free. 289-8076.
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Ken Jeong — Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress St. 7:30-10 p.m. May 3. $34-$99. 547-3040.
CONCERTS
Classical
Arizona Repertory Singers: King David — Catalina United Methodist Church, 2700 E. Speedway. Arthur Honegger’s unique theatrical oratorio King David with chamber orchestra, vocal soloists, and guest narrator Grayson Hirst. 7:30-9 p.m. April 27. $25. 792-8141.
Arizona Repertory Singers: King David — Temple Emanu-El, 225 N. Country Club Road. Arthur Honegger’s unique theatrical oratorio King David with chamber orchestra, vocal soloists, and guest narrator Grayson Hirst. 3-4:30 p.m. April 29. $25. 792-8141.
Tucson Flute Club Members’ Recital — St. Philip’s In The Hills Episcopal Church, 4440 N. Campbell Ave. Followed by a silent auction and dessert reception. In the East Gallery. 3-5 p.m. April 29. Free. 261-8695.
PCC Music: Wind Ensemble — Pima Community College Center for the Arts, 2202 W. Anklam Road. Classics for full band, as well as small wind and percussion ensembles and soloists. 7:30-9 p.m. May 3. $6. 206-6986.
Tom Winpenny, organist — St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 3738 Old Sabino Canyon Road. Music of Byrd, Bach, Schumann, Saint-Saëns, and others on the Paul Fritts organ. 7:30-9 p.m. May 4. $15. 296-0791.
Jazz and world
Tucson International Mariachi Conference — AVA Amphitheater, 5655 W. Valencia Road. Passing mariachi traditions to the next generation, keeping the cultural heritage alive. 6 p.m. April 26-Student showcase; 7 p.m. April 27-Espectacular concert; 11 a.m. April 28-Fiesta De Garibaldi. 6-8 p.m. April 26; 7-9 p.m. April 27; 11 a.m.-11 p.m. April 28. $10. 1-855-765-7829.
PCC Music: Jazz Ensemble — Pima Community College Center for the Arts, 2202 W. Anklam Road. Standards from a variety of period in big band style. 7:30-9 p.m. May 1. $6. 206-6986.
Popular, rock, country
Tanya Tucker — Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress St. Country. 7:30-9:30 p.m. April 26. $32. 547-3040.
Sugar and the Mint — Monterey Court, 505 W. Miracle Mile. Bluegrass. 7-10 p.m. April 27. $10 in advance; $15 day of. 207-2429.
The Weight Band — Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress St. Americana roots rock. 7:30-9:30 p.m. April 27. $22-$34. 547-3040.
Your Cheatin’ Heart: A Salute to Hank Williams Sr. and Patsy Cline — The Gaslight Music Hall, 13005 N Oracle Road, Oro Valley. Tribute. 6-8 p.m. April 28. $25. 529-1000.
Sunday Morning Coming Down: Brunch Show — Bird Modern Provisions and Bar, 7109 N. Oracle Road. Country, blues and soul. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. April 29. Free. 441-9509.
Ultimate Manilow Tribute — The Gaslight Theatre, 7010 E. Broadway. 7-9 p.m. April 30. $22.95. 886-9428.
Hot Blues Tuesday — The Gaslight Music Hall. Black Cat Bones Band, Shannon Trotter and The Bad News Blues Band. 6-8 p.m. May 1. $12.50. 529-1000.
Gordon Lightfoot in Concert: The Legend Lives On — Fox Tucson Theatre. Folk, pop, rock. 7:30-9:30 p.m. May 1. $37. 547-3040.
Nick McBlaine and Log Train — Monterey Court. Folk, blue grass and Americana. 6:30-9:30 p.m. May 2. Free. 207-2429.
Dueling Pianos: A Sing-Along Party — The Gaslight Music Hall. Boogie Woogie Piano gals help with an interactive musical experience where the audience requests the songs in the show. 6-8 p.m. May 3. $15. 529-1000.
Chip Curry y el Cojunto — Monterey Court. Blend of country and root with a hint of blues and jazz. 6:30-9:30 p.m. May 3. Free. 207-2429.
DANCE
PCC Dance: Dance Fusion — Pima Community College Center for the Arts, 2202 W. Anklam Road. Faculty and student-choreographed pieces highlight a vibrant blend of music and dance styles including ballet, modern and jazz. 2-3:30 p.m. April 28; 7:30-9 p.m. April 27 and 28. $10. 206-6986.
Artifact Dance Project: New Moves — Artifact Dance Project Studios, 17 E. Toole Ave. Samuel Kraus, Allie Knuth and Nate Myers up-and-coming choreographers premiere original works in an intimate studio concert. 7:30-8:30 p.m. May 3-5; 5-6 p.m. May 6. $22. 235-7638.
DANCING
AND LESSONS
Tucson Swing Dance Club Weekly Dance — Dream Dance, 405 E. Wetmore Road. Volunteer instructors teach. 7-7:45 p.m. beginner West Coast Swing; 8-8:30 p.m. intermediate; followed by general dancing until 10:30 p.m. 7-10:30 p.m. April 26 and May 3. $7. 327-7895.
Don’t Stop Believin’ Dance Party with The Grind — The Gaslight Music Hall, 13005 N. Oracle Road, Oro Valley. Dance music from all decades. 7-9:30 p.m. April 27. $12.50. 529-1000.
Beginning Argentine Tango Classes — Tucson Dance Academy, 2850 W. Ina Road. Learn the Argentine tango. 2:15-3:15 p.m. April 28. Free, for the first two classes. 468-5536.
Country Dance Lessons — The Outlaw Saloon, 1302 W. Roger Road. Different dance each month. 7-7:40 p.m. beginners; 7:45-8:30 p.m. intermediate. 7-8:30 p.m. April 28. Free. 888-3910.
Green Valley Dance Club Monthly Dance — Canoa Hills Social Center, 3660 S. Camino Del Sol. Two’s Company. You are invited to BYOB. 7-9:30 p.m. April 28. $12. 625-3488.
Salsa/Bachata Dance Class — Tucson Movement Arts, 1101 N. Wilmot Road. Free dance lessons start at 9 p.m. followed by social dance. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. April 28. Free. 444-0439.
Afternoon Practilonga — Santa Rita Springs Anza Room, 921 W. Via Rio Fuerte, Green Valley. Argentine Tango dancing in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. 3-6 p.m. April 29. $5. 625-3488.
Edgy Tap Dance Class — Floor Polish Dance Studio, 408 N. Fourth Ave. New choreography every week set to music ranging from Beyonce to Nirvana. Tap shoes are recommended but not required, wear hard-soled shoes if not. Beginners and those with tap experience are welcome. 5:45-6:45 p.m. May 1. $6. 333-5905.
Tucson Blues Dancers — Cee Dee’s Jamaican Kitchen, 5305 E. Speedway. No partner needed. 7-7:30 p.m. dancing lessons; 7:30-10:30 p.m. open dancing. 7-10:30 p.m. May 1. Donations accepted. 795-3400.
DINNER THEATER
Mystery and Magic Dinner Theater Playhouse — Skyline Country Club, 5200 E. St. Andrews Drive. A full three-course table-served dining experience, a classic, hilarious 3-act, interactive comedy murder mystery whodunit and magic performance. 6:30-9:30 p.m. April 27, 28 and May 4. $75. 861-4800.
The Dinner Detective Interactive Murder Mystery Show — Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Tucson, 445 S. Alvernon Way. Ages 15 and up. 6-9 p.m. April 28. $49.95. 1-866-496-0535.
Murder in Paradise — The Gaslight Music Hall, 13005 N. Oracle Road. When you walk in, you’ll be given a name and identity. Everyone has secrets to hide and it’s your opportunity to try to figure out what’s what. Solve the mystery. 6-8 p.m. April 30. $38.95. 529-1000.
The Parlor Show — Pinnacle Peak Steakhouse, 6541 E. Tanque Verde Road. The Magicians, Nate Anderson and Dr. John K. Redmon. Call for reservations 296-0911. Includes a three-course dinner. 6 p.m. dinner; 7:30 p.m. show starts. 6-8:30 p.m. April 26. $55.
FESTIVAL
AND ACTIVITIES
Meatloaf Dinner — McCulloch-Wagner American Legion Post 109, 15921 S. Houghton Road, Corona de Tucson. A full-course meatloaf dinner, price includes dessert and beverage. Proceeds benefit community and veterans. 5-7 p.m. April 27. $9. 762-5652.
An Evening with Janos: Celebrating Tucson’s Culinary Master — The Carriage House, 125 S. Arizona Ave. Celebrating Tucson chef, Janos Wilder and his 25-plus year commitment to the Tucson culinary and non-profit scene. A selection of Tucson’s local chefs who have worked alongside or draw inspiration from Janos collaborate on this heritage dinner. 6-9:30 p.m. April 27. $150. 545-0577.
El Tambó Fest 2018 Night One — Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St. Five cumbia bands from across the US-Mexico borderlands meet in Tucson to play together for the first time. Two stages host discussion, rhythm, and dancing. Buy Tickets at: agaveheritagefestival.com/all-events/2018/4/27/el-tambo-fest-night-one. 6 p.m. April 27. $15. 622-8848.
Spring Wine Tasting: New World Reds from the Northwest — Maynards Market & Kitchen, 400 N. Toole Ave. Ages 21 and up. 6-8 p.m. April 27. $10. 545-0577.
EarthFest Celebration — Bookmans East, 6230 E. Speedway. Learn about the outdoors and the environment. Paint terracotta pots. 1-4 p.m. April 28. Free. 748-9555.
Fiestas de Mayo — Fleischer Park, 1500 N. Hohokam Drive, Nogales. Family entertainment, food and live music to downtown. 4-11 p.m. April 28. Free. 287-2521.
Agave Roasting and Tasting — Mission Garden: Friends of Tucson’s Birthplace, 946 W. Mission Lane. Celebrate the opening of the agave roasting pit and taste roasted agave fresh from the earth oven. 5-8 p.m. April 28. $45. 971-2385.
Agave Fiesta — Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St. Over 30 agave spirits, an agave cocktail showdown, and an Agave 101 Seminar. Live music, agave spirit tastings, agave art, and other goods produced or inspired by the agave plant. Ages 21 and up. 6-9 p.m. April 28. $45. 622-8848.
Concert Sundays — Tanque Verde Swap Meet, 4100 S. Palo Verde Road. Variety of Tejano, country and cumbia. Food trucks, kid rides and beer. Noon-4 p.m. April 29. Free. 294-4252.
Avicultural Society of Tucson Bird Expo — Grand Luxe Hotel, 1365 W. Grant Road. Vendors selling birds and supplies, plus raffles and free help from experienced aviculturalists. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. April 29. $5. 822-7999.
Mini Psychc Fair — Church of Mankind, 1231 S. Van Buren Ave. Variety of readings. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. April 29. $20 for 15 minute reading. 461-2910.
Tails and Ales — Barrio Brewing Co., 800 E. 16th St. Join the Humane Society of Southern Arizona and the Tucson Roller Derby Girls for the biannual dog wash. Raffle, food, and vendors selling everything from dog products to jewelry. Tickets are per dog, not per human. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. April 29. $15. 321-3704.
Bacanora: Spirit of the Sonoran Desert: Agave Heritage Festival — Exo Bar, 403 N. Sixth Ave. Learn about the sustainability and the future of agave while sampling Bacanora and other mezcals and audio/visual presentation showcasing the traditions, culture, and makers of Sonoran mezcals. 21 and up. 6-7 p.m. April 30. $20. 622-8848.
Pulque and Barrio Bread: Agave Heritage Festival — Sidecar, 139 S. Eastbourne. Agave cocktails, Barrio Bread with agave-infused dipping sauces. 6-7 p.m. May 2. $40. 622-8848. agaveheritagefestival.com.
Block Party — Mercado San Agustin, MSA Annex, 100 S. Avenida Del Convento. Opening of the MSA Annex. 5-11 p.m. May 4; 7 a.m.-11 p.m. May 5 and 6. Free. 461-1107.
Agave Heritage Dinner — Hotel Congress, Copper Hall, 311 E. Congress St. Elizabeth Johnson and Brian Smith with Sonoran heritage cuisine with collaborative dinner. 21 and up. 6-9 p.m. May 4. $95. 622-8848.
May the Fourth — Bookmans, 6230 E. Speedway. Intergalactic fun, come dressed as your favorite Star Wars character, contest for adults and kids, make your own lightsaber, costume contest, raffles, trivia and prizes. 6-8 p.m. May 4. Free. 748-9555.
KIDS STUFF
11th Annual Tucson Birthday Stamp Design Contest for Kids — Postal History Foundation, 920 N. First Ave. Supplies will be provided for kids to create a masterpiece about Tucson. Kids and parents can fill in the entry form and leave with the librarian to be entered into the contest. The alternative is download the forms from the website and mail or drop off the entry. Ages 5-17. Entries due July 20 by 2:30 p.m. 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. Free. 623-6652, Ext. 102.
La Mariposa Puppet Show — Dusenberry-River Public Library, 5605 E. River Road. Watch the butterfly’s transformation in this fun puppet show of a bilingual folktale. For kids and their families. Space is limited. Free tickets are required and will be given out 30 minutes before the start of the program. 2:30-3:30 p.m. April 28. Free. 594-5345.
May Day — The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures, 4455 E. Camp Lowell Drive. Make tiny finger puppets, storytimes, play in the fairy garden and more. Fairy, Goblin and Elf attire encouraged. Noon-3 p.m. April 29. $9. 881-0606.
NIGHTLIFE
Nancy McCallion and The Scarlet Lettermen — The Flycatcher, 340 E. Sixth St. Americana, folk and rock. Ages 21 and up. 5:30-7:30 p.m. April 27. Free. 207-9251.
Connie Brannock and Tiny House of Funk — Fini’s Landing, 5689 N. Swan Road. Jazz. 8-11 p.m. April 27. Free. 339-3494.
Melvins — The Rock, 136 N. Park Ave. Rock. 8 p.m. April 27. $25. 629-9211.
Voodoo Dudes — The Edge Bar, 4635 N. Flowing Wells Road. Southern rock. 21 and up. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. April 27. Free. 887-9027.
I Dream in Widescreen — Fox Tucson Theater, 17 W. Congress St. Senior thesis films by the BFA graduating class from the University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film and Television. Teens welcome with parent or guardian. 7-9 p.m. April 28. $10. 621-1162.
State Of Mind — The Edge Bar. Classic rock. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. April 28. Free. 887-9027.
Sexy Salsa Saturdays — Tucson Movement Arts, 1101 N. Wilmot Road. Free dance lesson at 9 p.m. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. April 28. $7. 444-0439.
Larry Armstrong and CopperMoon — Nimbus Brewery, 3850 E. 44th St. Americana. 5:30-8 p.m. April 29. Free. 745-9175.
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz — Public Brewhouse, 209 N. Hoff Ave. Eight rounds of trivia with rotating topics each week. 8-10 p.m. April 30. Free. 775-2337.
MEZCrawl: Agave Heritage Festival — Borderlands Brewing Company, 119 E. Toole Ave. El Charro, Exo Bar, Crooked Tooth Brewing Co., Borderlands Brewing, Tough Luck Club, Good Oak, Downtown Kitchen and Cocktails, Elvira’s, and Penca will create a cocktail with one common ingredient — mezcal. Ages 21 and up. 7-10 p.m. May 3. $35. 622-8848.
Music Under The Stars with Johnnie and the Rumblers — The Breeze Patio Bar and Grill, 6555 E. Speedway. Classic rock from the 50s-80s. 6-8 p.m. May 3. Free. 731-1414.
El Tambó Fest Night Two — Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St. Cumbia, reggaetón, dancehall, moombahton, afrobeats and puro baile. Ages 21 and up. 6 p.m. May 4. $10. 622-8848.
Revenge of the Nerdlesque: A Geeky Burlesque Odyssey — Surly Wench Pub, 424 N. Fourth Ave. Characters from geek and pop culture, including Harley Quinn, Thor, Spock, Rogue, Groot, and more. Ages 21 and up. 9 p.m. May 4. $12. 882-0009.
Sunset Red — The Edge Bar. Rock, country and pop. Ages 21 and up. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. May 4. Free. 887-9027.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITES
All events are free or included in admission or vehicle entrance fee unless otherwise noted. Parking may be additional. Bad weather may change or cancel activity. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No pets unless otherwise specified.
Get out
Historic Craft Demonstrations — Tumacácori National Historical Park, 1891 E. Frontage Road. May include, tortilla making, paper flower making, pottery, or O’odham basket weaving, or other art forms. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 26-30. 377-5060.
Spiny, Shady, and Cool — Saguaro National Park West, 2700 N. Kinney Road. A short walk and discover the great variety of cacti that inhabit this unique and fascinating desert. 11:15-11:45 a.m. April 26; 10:15-10:45 a.m. April 27. 733-5158.
Desert Botany 101 — Saguaro National Park East, 3693 S. Old Spanish Trail. An easy walk in the garden to review the basic principles of desert botany. 9-9:30 a.m. April 27. 733-5153.
Hohokam Agave Tour — Mission Garden, 946 W. Mission Lane. Professors Paul Fish and Suzanne Fish lead a guided tour of a Hohokam agave field complex on the slopes of the Tortolita Mountains. Learn about the history of ancient Tucson agave cultivation and the role it played in Hohokam settlement and economy. Suitable footwear, water, and a hat. 8-11 a.m. April 27. $30. 622-8848.
Synergy in the Desert: The Sonoran Habitat — Saguaro National Park West. Talk and walk to learn about the saguaros. 3:15-4 p.m. April 27. 733-5158.
Agave Field Tour — Tumamoc Hill, Tumamoc Hill Road. Paul Fish and Suzanne Fish, Emeritus Professors of Anthropology and Curators of Archaeology at the Arizona State Museum, lead a guided tour of the agave garden. A portion of proceeds benefit the Agave Garden. 9-11 a.m. April 28. $30. 545-0577.
Box Canyon Butterfly Field Trip — Meet at Safeway / McDonald’s Parking Lot, 260 W. Continental Road, Green Valley. Experienced members will share butterfly knowledge and expertise. Drive to a canyon in the foothills, walk in the dry stream bed that can be rough in places. Suitable footwear, pants, lunch/snack, water and binoculars. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. April 28. $5. 604-6897.
EarthFest Celebration — Bookmans East, 6230 E. Speedway. Learn about the outdoors and the environment. Paint terracotta pots. 1-4 p.m. April 28. 748-9555.
History Hike — Presidio Santa Cruz de Terrenate, In Balance Ranch Road, Sierra Vista. The Friends of the San Pedro River will offer a 3-mile walk to learn about the Presidio and what happened there to make the Spanish abandon the fort in 1780. Suitable footwear. 9-11 a.m. April 28. Donation accepted. 459-2555.
River Walk — San Pedro House, 9800 E. Highway 90, Sierra Vista. The walks are led by The Friends of the San Pedro River. Look for 82 species of mammals, dozens of reptiles and amphibians and nearly 350 species of birds. Suitable footwear and water. 8-10 a.m. April 28. Donations accepted. 459-2555.
The Plants Tell All — Saguaro National Park West. A 1.5-mile walk lead by a park naturalist to learn the secrets of what ties the plants and animals of the Sonoran Desert together. Suitable footwear, hat and water required. 9:45-11:45 a.m. April 28. 733-5158.
Ranch Tour — Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Road, Green Valley. Join a walking tour of the ranch headquarters. Visit the historic buildings and corrals and enjoy the special exhibits of the people of Canoa. Online registration required. 9-10 and 10-11:30 a.m. April 28. 724-5220.
Full Moon Wander — Pima County Feliz Paseos Park, 1600 N. Camino de Oeste. Stroll the gentle trails with a naturalist under the light of a bright moon. Suitable footwear, water and flashlight. Ages 12 and up. Online registration required. 7-9 p.m. April 30. 724-5375.
Our Living River, Celebrating the Santa Cruz — The Hacienda at the River, 2720 E. River Road. Presented by Claire Zugmeyer, ecologist. Call to RSVP. 4-5 p.m. May 3. 308-6806.
Birds of a Feather
Birding Agua Caliente Park — Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road. Take a guided walk to see a variety of birds such as waterfowl, raptors, woodpeckers, and songbirds. Loaner binoculars available. Online registration required. 8-9:30 a.m. April 26. 724-5375.
Birding — Historic Canoa Ranch, 5375 S. I-19 Frontage Road, Green Valley. Join local birding expert Brian Nicholas to see a wide variety of sparrows, raptors and the possibility of waterfowl on the newly restored pond. Online registration required at pima.gov/canoaranch; click on the Register Now button at the bottom of the page. 8-10 a.m. April 28. 724-5220.
Hummingbird Banding — San Pedro House, 9800 E. Highway 90, Sierra Vista. A close-up look as staff and volunteers from the Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory capture, band, weigh, measure, and release them as part of long-term studies of the bird life of this vital migration route. 4-6 p.m. April 28. Donations accepted. 459-2555.
Bird Walks — Tumacácori National Historical Park, 1891 E. Frontage Road. A guided walk up to three hours or as long as the birds are active. Binoculars available. Suitable footwear and bring water. 8-10:30 a.m. April 28. 377-5060.
Bird Walk — Environmental Operations Park, Hwy. 90 east of Sierra Vista. Led by docents from Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory and the Friends of the San Pedro River. A 50-acre wetlands planted with aquatic plants, including cattails, and grasses that attract migrating and nesting birds. First come first served basis. Suitable footwear and water. 7-10 a.m. April 29. Donations accepted. 459-2555.
Birding — Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road. Take a guided walk to see a variety of birds such as warblers, flycatchers, hummingbirds, orioles, and vireos. Loaner binoculars available. Online registration required. 7:30-9 a.m. April 26 and May 4. 724-5375.
POETRY
Poetry Circle — Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive. This month’s topic: The Poetry of Charles Simic, 2007 U.S. Poet Laureate. This event is for adults and teens. 2-3:30 p.m. April 26. Free. 594-5580.
A Poetry Event — University of Arizona Main Library, University of Arizona. Prof. Tom Speer, author/writing, literature and poetry teacher will conduct a craft talk and workshop, “Writing Poems from Your Life”. RSVP by e-mailing at TucsonPoetrySociety@gmail.com. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. April 28. Free. 1-801-560-6875.
Family Day — University of Arizona Poetry Center, 1508 E. Helen St. Workshops, music, activities and refreshments. Ages babies-13 years. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. April 28. Free. 626-3765.
Poetry Message Pot Project — Tucson Clay Co-op Gallery, Studio & School, 3326 N. Dodge Blvd. Inscribe a poem or favorite poem on bowls the potters will supply. 6:30-8:30 p.m. April 29. Free. 792-6263.
University of Arizona Creative Writing MFA Graduates — University of Arizona Poetry Center, 1508 E. Helen St. Students graduating from the University of Arizona MFA in Creative Writing program read from their work. 7-9 p.m. May 3. Free. 626-3765.
THEATER
Finding Neverland — Centennial Hall, 1020 E. University. Tells the story behind one of the world’s most beloved characters: Peter Pan. Recommended for ages 8 and up. No babes in arms, everyone must have a ticket. ASL Performance: Saturday, April 28 at 2 p.m. All programs, dates, prices, times and casting subject to change. 7:30 p.m. April 24-26, 8 p.m. April 27; 2 and 8 p.m. April 28; 1:30 and 6:30 p.m. April 29. Tickets start at $29. 1-800-745-3000.
HARK! Community Performance Piece — YWCA, 525 N Bonita Ave. An arts-based community engagement project aimed at reducing political and social polarization and isolation and building dialogue on issues of common concern. 7:30-9:30 p.m. April 26-28; 2-4 p.m. April 29. $15. 884-7810.
Mr. Goldberg’s Prodigal Son: John W. Lowell — Invisible Theatre, 1400 N. First Ave. Story of three generations of the Goldberg family learning to accept one another, foibles and all. 7:30-9:30 p.m. April 24-28, May 2-4; 3-5 p.m. April 29. $34. 882-9721.
Rock-A-Billy Raceway — The Gaslight Theatre, 7010 E. Broadway. Gaslight actors in the 1950s, when hair gel and race cars were all the rage. Expect this hilarious melodrama to spoof famous shows such as Happy Days, Hair Spray, and Grease. Call for dates and times. 7-9 p.m. $21.95. 886-9428.
Shakespeare’s “King Lear” — The Rogue Theatre, 300 E. University Blvd. An aging monarch unwisely chooses to divest himself of his responsibilities and divide his kingdom among his three daughters. Discussion with cast and director follows all performances. 7:30-10:15 p.m. April 26-28, May 3-4; 2-4:45 p.m. April 29. $38. 551-2053.
The Fishers Wish — MSA Annex, 267 Avenida Del Convento. Explore the mystical and whimsical world of the Fisherman and his Wife in Flam Chen’s original Fish Tale made for all ages. 7-11 p.m. April 26-28. $25. 272-9041.
The Oro Valley Theatre Company: Our Town by Thornton Wilder — The Gaslight Music Hall, 13005 N. Oracle Road, Oro Valley. This Pulitzer Prize-winning drama of life in the small village of Grover’s Corners. 6-8 p.m. April 26; 2-4 p.m. April 29. $20. 529-1000.
Women in Jeopardy — Live Theatre Workshop, 5317 E. Speedway. Trading their wine glasses for spy glasses. Suspecting a dentist boyfriend may be a serial killer. The ladies try to discover the truth. 7:30 p.m. April 26-28, May 3-5; 3 p.m. April 29. $20. 327-4242.
A Night of Radio Classics — The Community Playhouse, 1881 N. Oracle Road. Live stage reading of classic old time radio shows from original scripts and live sound effects. 7-8:30 p.m. April 27 and 28; 2-3:30 p.m. April 29. $10. 329-4987.
Roadrunner Theatre Company: Perfect Timing — Roadrunner Theater, 8892 E. Tanque Verde Road. Set in the mad cap household of glamorous and neurotic art critic Cornelia Thorndike, her German maid and her splendidly sane secretary. 7-9 p.m. April 27 and 28; 2-4 April 29. $20. 207-2491.
The Little Glass Slipper — Valley of the Moon, 2544 E. Allen Road. Interactive, walking presentation of Cinderella. 6-8:30 p.m. April 27-29, May 4. $10. 323-1331.
Behind the Scenes: Finding Neverland — Centennial Hall, 1020 E. University. Peter Pan, and the playwright who brought him to life. Ages 11 and up. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. April 28. $25-$45. 319-0400.
Spaceman Zero — Live Theatre Workshop, 5317 E. Speedway. Casper, a 6th grader, builds a rocket ship and ends up in space. Now the military and his parents just want him back. 12:30-2 p.m. April 29. $10. 327-4242.
The Legend of Popocatépetl & Iztaccíhuatl — Boys and Girls Club of Santa Cruz County, 590 N. Tyler Ave, Nogales. Portrays the legend of the Aztec princess Iztaccíhuatl and the warrior Popocatépetl, who were turned into volcanoes by the Gods as a symbol of their eternal love. Part of the celebration of Children’s Day in Mexico. 4:30-5:30 p.m. April 30. Free. 287-3733.
How the World Began — Community Playhouse, 1881 N. Oracle Road. Religion and science clash in a disaster-stricken small town. Post-show discussion. 7:30 p.m. May 3-4. $18-$22. 468-6111.
All Right Now Dance Party with The Rillito River Band — The Gaslight Music Hall, 13005 N. Oracle Road, Oro Valley. Rock n’ roll, folk- rock and folk. 7-9:30 p.m. May 4. $12.50. 529-1000.
VISUAL ARTS
All events are free unless otherwise noted.
Openings
Ranch House Gallery — Pima County Agua Caliente Park, 12325 E. Roger Road. Wings of the Desert, Ric Nielsen displays his artwork reflecting the beauty, colors, and patterns of winged desert insects. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. May. 1-5, 8 and 9. 724-5375.
Spring Into Summer Art Show — Kirk-Bear Canyon Public Library, 8959 E. Tanque Verde Road. Representational oil paintings of Rebecca Easton and expressive scratchboard works of Anne Palmer. May 1-31 Reception: 3-4:30 p.m. May 19. 594-5275.
The Monarch: Opening Reception — Tubac Center of the Arts, Nine Plaza Road, Tubac. Olivia Barrionuevo’s artful butterflies and patrons in an evolving photographic installation project that opening reception patrons can become a part of. Patrons who wish to become a part of the photography must attend the opening reception. May-June 2. Reception: 5-8:30 p.m. May 4 398-2371.
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Mosaics 3-Using the Tapestry Method — Upcycle Tucson, 924 W. Grant Road. Two-part class. Learn to use the tapestry method to create a unique and beautiful mosaic using found items. Ages 16 and up. 2-4:30 p.m. April 26; 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. April 27. $59. 445-7694.
Art Exhibit Diane Bombshelter — Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St. Agave-inspired collection of paintings on black velvet. Guests will have the opportunity to mingle with the artist while enjoying light snacks made with southwest heritage ingredients. 6-8 p.m. April 27. 622-8848.
Woven and Wrapped Copper Wire Pendant — Blue Raven Art School, 720 E. Prince Road. Learn how to weave two simple patterns and form a bail for bead, how to ball wire and oxidize a copper wire for a rich finish. We will have time to talk about my favorite tools for finishing and coating. 9 a.m.-noon. April 28. $50. 623-1003.
