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Apr 14, 2026 Newsletter

Experience more at Mesa Arts Center with our 2026–27 subscription series packages!

Broadway subscription package including The Wiz, Mrs. Doubtfire, STOMP and Waitress

Broadway 2026-27 Season

Classical Music Inside Out Subscription Series

Classical Music Inside Out 2026-27 Season

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National Geographic Live 2026-27 Series

Elevate your season at Mesa Arts Center with our subscription series packages—Broadway, National Geographic Live and Classical Music Inside Out. Enjoy a full season of world-class performances, inspiring storytelling and exceptional artistry, all with the added value of curated packages and subscriber savings. Packages are on sale now!

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Summer Art Studios classes are here! 🌞🖌️ 

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Summer Art Studios classes are on sale now! Start planning your summer of creativity with classes in painting/drawing, printmaking, jewelry, glass, ceramics and more.

Arts in Service registration opens Fri, Apr 17 at 12:00 PM.

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New shows just announced!

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Leslie Jones: I'm Hot Tour

Sep 19 | 8:00 PM

Tickets on sale Fri, Apr 17 at 10:00 AM

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John Scofield's "Electrospective" Featuring Oteil Burbridge, Larry Goldings & Adam Deitch 

Oct 28 | 7:30 PM

Tickets on sale Fri, Apr 17 at 10:00 AM

 

Become a Mesa Arts Center member today!

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The next Performing Live season is coming! Become a Mesa Arts Center member to get early access to tickets before they go on sale to the public. Join today and be the first in the seats!

 

Enjoy upcoming live performances!

Black Violin

Black Violin

Full Circle Tour

Apr 16 | 7:30 PM

Chelsea Handler

Chelsea Handler: The High and Mighty Tour

Apr 17 | 8:00 PM

Presented in partnership with Live Nation

Just a few tickets left!

Tommy Emmanuel

Tommy Emmanuel, CGP

Living in the Light Tour

Apr 29 | 7:30 PM

Presented in partnership with Emporium Presents

Riverdance

Riverdance 30 - The New Generation

May 8-10 | Times vary

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Til Death Do Us Part: Late Nite Catechism 3

Jun 6-7 | Times vary

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Jake Shimabukuro - Tradewinds & Rainbows Tour

Jun 9 | 7:30 PM

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The Super Pickle: A Hilarious Musical Parody

Jun 14 | 2:00 PM & 5:00 PM

Chiquis - Alma De Luz Experience

Chiquis - Alma De Luz Experience

Jun 20 | 8:00 PM

Presented in partnership with Live Nation

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Catch these free events this week!

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Summertime fun in April!

Thu, Apr 16–30 | 10:00 AM | FREE

Bring your little ones to Let’s Play: Drama Storytime in Downtown Mesa's Neon Garden (behind The Post) on Thursdays at 10:00 AM! Each week we bring a new story to life through playful drama, movement and imagination.

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MCA Museum: Art After Dark

Thu, Apr 16 | FREE

Experience our spring exhibitions and enjoy the galleries after hours at MCA Museum, open late until 8:00 PM. Admission is always free!

Simone Mancuso - percussionist and conductor

Sound Performance: Simone Mancuso

Thu, Apr 16 | 6:30 PM

Experience the compositions of percussionist and conductor Simone Mancuso during Art After Dark at the museum. As the composer behind Ghost Forest by Patricia Sannit, Mancuso is internationally recognized for his bold, contemporary sound

 

Calling all print-based artists!

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MABEL is seeking an artist or artist team to create an interactive zine centered on fun with safety—part of a creative Zine, Sticker + Book collaboration with Mesa Moves! Selected artists will be featured in the MABEL trailer and at local Mesa libraries, reaching audiences of all ages.

Apply by Thu, Apr 30 at 11:59 PM
 

Plan your next visit at AZMNH & idea Museum

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Dinosaurs After Dark

Wed, May 6 | 5:00 PM–8:00 PM

As summer approaches AZMNH is gearing up for Dinosaurs After Dark! It's a great way to beat the heat and enjoy the museum in the evening. We'll have crafts, hands on activities and a new speaker series - Arizona Through Time.

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AZMNH Speaker Series

Wed, May 6 | 6:00 PM–7:00 PM

Explore Arizona’s past in this six-part speaker series, featuring scientists covering geology, paleontology, and anthropology from ancient times to today.

The series kicks off with Dr. Grant Boardman presenting Devonian Deep Diving State 48: A Comprehensive History of Arizona in the Age of Fishes.

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Cool off at idea Museum

When the Arizona heat turns up, creativity is just getting started inside the idea Museum! Step in, cool off and explore hands-on art and imagination together as a family.

 

Save on shows!

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Youth Symphony of the Southwest Free Concerts

Apr 27 | 7:00 PM

FREE concert!

Presented by Youth Symphony of the Southwest

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The Prince of Egypt

May 1-10 | Times vary

Offer: $5 off each ticket

Promo code: CYTPRINCE5

Presented by CYT Phoenix

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2026-2027 Bard Card

Oct 10-Apr 4 | Times vary

Bard Cards offer a Great FLEXIBLE Subscription to SSC Productions!

Special Pricing for all NEW Bard Card purchaser through Apr 20

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