Where hip meets historical

Jazz, global music, indie folk, classical, soul, rock, storytelling, theater and more are in the spotlight at our one-of-a-kind space. Find the hidden and historical ASU Kerr for live music and arts in the heart of Scottsdale!

Upcoming events

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Miss Scottsdale and Miss Paradise Valley Competition

The Miss Scottsdale and Miss Paradise Valley Competition brings together talented young women from across the Valley to compete for scholarships, local titles and advancement to Miss Arizona. Enjoy an evening of live talent performances, on-stage competition and the crowning of new titleholders.

September 26, 2026
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Comedy @ Kerr

Get ready to laugh at our bimonthly comedy series, Comedy @ Kerr! Join us in the Kerr Studio for stand-up comedy featuring rotating guests.

September 30, 2026
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Beyond Type: A Cabaret 

Think beyond type in this miscast cabaret featuring some of the Valley’s favorite singers and actors performing unexpected material. Arrive early for a pre-show open mic at 6:30 p.m., where collaborative pianist Lincoln Wright will accompany audience members.

October 5, 2026

Embrace the Unexpected

Find the hidden and historical ASU Kerr for live music and arts in the heart of Scottsdale! Global music, jazz, indie folk, classical music and soul concerts plus storytelling, comedy, theater shows and more are in the spotlight at our one-of-a-kind space.

Built in the late 1940s and 1950s, the adobe house of Louise Lincoln Kerr is a funky, unexpected space to hear live music in near Old Town Scottsdale. The brainchild of a trailblazing violist and composer, ASU Kerr is a place for adventurous music lovers to discover fearless and surprising artists in a relaxed, eclectic space.

Rooted in Louise’s tradition of inviting musicians and guests to relax and enjoy her picturesque Southwestern home, we invite you to hang out, discover something new and embrace the unexpected.