Forever Plaid Musical Runs Jan. 11-20 at Mesa Arts Center

Relive the 1950s with the musical revue, Forever Plaid, which runs Jan. 11-20 at the Mesa Arts Center and presented by Mesa Encore Theatre.

With direction by Edgar Torrens and musical direction from Emmy Antillion, this particular production isn’t “your mama’s” Forever Plaid. The show will be performed with an all-black cast, featuring Matravius Avent, Miguel Jackson, Derek Rushing and Mitchell Vantrease.

One of the most popular and successful musicals in recent memory. This deliciously goofy revue centers on four young, (or young-ish!) eager male singers, singing in the closest of harmony, squabbling boyishly over the smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreography with over-zealous precision, the "Plaids" are a guaranteed smash,   
with a program of beloved songs and delightful patter that keeps audiences rolling in the aisles when they're not humming along to some of the great nostalgic pop hits of the 1950's.

Forever Plaid revolves around a young quartet killed in an accident who returns from the afterlife for one final concert. The catalog of songs includes “Three Coins in the Fountain,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Moments to Remember” and “Heart and Song.”



Mitchell Vantrease (Frankie); Matravius Avent (Smudge); Derek Rushing (Sparky) and Miguel Jackson (Jinx).

For tickets and information on the show, visit www.mesaencoretheatre.com; www.mesaartscenter.com or call the box office at 480-644-6500.

Dreamgirls Coming to Mesa Arts Center on January 22-23

DREAMGIRLS will be live on stage at the Ikeda Theater at the Mesa Arts Center on January 22-23, 2013.
Full of onstage joy and backstage drama, DREAMGIRLS tells the story of an up-and-coming, ’60s singing girl group, and the triumphs and tribulations that come with fame and fortune.

With music by Academy® Award nominee Henry Krieger and book and lyrics by Tony and Grammy Award®-winner Tom Eyen, DREAMGIRLS features the unforgettable hits: “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going,” “One Night Only” and “Listen.” This Tony and Academy Award®-winning musical sparkles like never before. A Theater League presentation.

*Show may contain adult language. Recommended for ages 12+.
Click here for more information and tickets:
http://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/shows/broadway/dreamgirls

SUNDAYS IN PARADISE FEB. 10th, 2 pm

Raven J. Valdes

FEB. 10th, 2 pm SUNDAYS IN PARADISE - Join us for a relaxing outdoor mountainside event on the lawn and patio area of the beautiful Sanctuary Resort. Bring blankets, family and friends to enjoy live musical entertainment. Local favorite, DIANA LEE lends her powerful, sultry vocals to classic jazz and blues, with musical help from Dennis Rowland’s Jazz Experience Band. Only $5 cover charge. Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/457548990971798

George Benson January 26 at 9:00pm

George Benson

January 26 at 9:00pm

Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, Arizona

Arizona Jazz Festival

See Euge Groove and Jeffrey Osborne together live at the Arizona Jazz Festival. Tickets are available now at www.arizonajazzfestival.com or 602-244-8444

Element Dance Crew presents Element Open Class with Randy Gillie!! THIS Wednesday, JANUARY 16th @ 8:30pm

ATTENTION ALL DANCERS!! Element Dance Crew presents Element Open Class with Randy Gillie!! THIS Wednesday, JANUARY 16th @ 8:30pm!! 709 E. Palo Verde Dr. (7th St...reet & Bethany Home) @ Encore Dance Center!! Only $5!! Make sure to come out and be ready to DANCE!! MAKE SURE TO BRING A FRIEND! :D