Little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. The winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Annie features some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow.”
Read MoreCalendar - Upcoming Performances
We Need to Talk, Too – Lunch Time Theater
Several short plays and scenes that take a sometimes funny, sometimes serious look at the situations people with disabilities face, from the intimate to the absurd.
Read MoreDisney’s Mary Poppins
Presented by Herberger Theater and Arizona Broadway Theatre
Center Stage
July 6, 2018 – July 22, 2018
Magically appearing just when she’s needed most, Mary Poppins leads the Banks household on zany adventures with chimney sweeps, shopkeepers and an assortment of astonishing characters. Get ready for something “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!”
Read MoreMusical Schmoozicals – A Time of Song with Johanna Carlisle – Lunch Time Theater
Come join the spectacular Johanna Carlisle as she tells stories and sings the showtunes that changed her world.
Read MoreLife in the Theatre: Up Close and Personal – Lunch Time Theater
If you wonder what goes on in the lives of those “stars” you see on the stage, when they are NOT on the stage, you’ll get another inside look! Life in the Theatre will once again take you off stage to become a part of their world, “up close and personal!”
Read MoreMy Beloved World – Lunch Time Theater
Based on the coming-of-age memoir by U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor. Despite the challenges of growing up a child diabetic and daughter of an alcoholic in a Bronx housing project, Sotomayor went on to attend Princeton and Yale, and became the first Hispanic on the Supreme Court.
Read MoreNewsies the Musical
Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what’s right!
Read MoreRaven’s Dove
Lyn Richardson Ministries has embarked on sharing this life-changing true story in a solo-performance featuring award winning actress Janelle Jones in Raven’s Dove. This production is sure to pierce your heart, challenge your judgement and demonstrate the transforming power of God!
Read MoreCharlotte’s Web
Meet Wilbur, an endearing piglet trying to make his way in the world, and Charlotte, the wise and winsome spider who becomes his true friend. Get caught up in Charlotte’s web as we spin this timeless story onto the stage!
Read MoreSweeney Todd
Presented by Herberger Theater and Arizona Broadway Theatre
Center Stage
September 4, 2018 – September 16, 2018
An indisputable masterpiece by America’s greatest living Broadway composer and lyricist, Stephan Sondheim’s Sweeney Todd is a heart-pounding thriller set on the seedy side streets of 19th century London.
Read MoreMaria de Buenos Aires
Produced by Arizona Opera
Center Stage
September 28, 2018 – September 30, 2018
The sensual rhythms of tango combine with operatic passions in Maria de Buenos Aires. Born in the slums of Buenos Aires, Argentina, “on a day that God was drunk,” in her quest for freedom, Maria turns her back on her former, innocent life. This gripping, surreal tale is sure to move, shock, and provoke.
Read MoreA Haunting We Will Go
Produced by Center Dance Ensemble
Stage West
October 18, 2018 – October 21, 2018
A modern dance performance full of mystery and suspense, just in time for Halloween … featuring the critically acclaimed, “The Return of Dracula.”
Read MoreThe Girl Who Swallowed A Cactus
When school is out, there’s nothing to do and the desert sun beats down hot, Sheila and her friends find themselves in search of something – anything – interesting to explore. Filled with magical realism and surprises at every turn, this funny story of friendship and imagination will bring the desert landscape to life.
Read MoreHerberger Theater Festival of the Arts – Free Admission
Presented by Herberger Theater Center
All Stages - Indoors and Out
October 27, 2018
Celebrate the arts in our community with a free event featuring performances, dance, food, live music, children’s activities, pet adoptions and more!
Read MoreCharlie Parker’s Yardbird
Produced by Arizona Opera
Center Stage
November 9, 2018 – November 11, 2018
Infused with the spirit of jazz, Charlie Parker’s Yardbird delves into the personal purgatory of the great American saxophonist. Told through a series of interconnected scenes following his death, Parker attempts to compose his final masterpiece while examining the demons that propelled his genius.
Read MoreFrances Smith Cohen’s Snow Queen
Produced by Center Dance Ensemble
Stage West
December 1, 2018 – December 16, 2018
Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s magical wintery fairy tale and set to Prokofiev’s lush score, Center Dance Ensemble brings the wicked “Snow Queen” to life! Families will delight in the mystical world of sprites, gypsies and ice maidens, while young Gerda seeks to rescue Kai from the evil crystal palace.
Read MoreElla Enchanted: The Musical
Not every princess needs rescuing. Based on the Newbury-honor book, this Cinderella twist follows Ella, a princess who is given the “gift” of obedience at birth. As she grows up, the strong-willed little girl must defeat her evil stepmother, a hungry ogre, and this troublesome curse to find her own voice and live happily ever after.
Read MoreWorlds of Wonder
Produced by Center Dance Ensemble
Stage West
February 28, 2019 – March 3, 2019
An imaginative spellbinding performance of new and old works featuring the raw and fascinating “Rite of Spring” choreographed and set to Stravinsky’s magnificent score.
Read MoreAn American In Paris
Presented by Herberger Theater and Arizona Broadway Theatre
Center Stage
March 8, 2019 – March 24, 2019
Love, dreams, and the joy of being alive! A musical adaptation of the Academy Award-winning film featuring some of George and Ira Gershwin’s most beloved music, this is an enduring story of hope, romance, and love in a city rebuilding from the heartbreak of World War II.
Read MoreThe Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
Eric Carle’s iconic stories and illustrations come to life on stage! From A Very Hungry Caterpillar who undergoes a magical tranformation to The Very Lonely Firefly who learns to shine his light by finding friend, you won’t want to miss this fantastical puppet experience.
Read More