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SUMMARY:Valencia Baryton Project
DESCRIPTION:What Jurassic Park did for the dinosaurs\, the Valencia Baryton Project has done for an extinct instrument that once roamed the earth (or at least the concert halls of Europe in Haydn’s day)!  \n\n\n\nHaydn wrote nearly 170 works for the baryton\, including 126 for this combination. In addition VBP has commissioned and performs crowd-pleasing new works that breathe new life into the old instrument. \n\n\n\nFounded by Matthew Baker\, one of only a handful baryton performers in the world\, the Valencia Baryton Project has delighted and fascinated audiences in over 100 concerts throughout North\, Central and South America as well as Europe and Asia. \n\n\n\n“Delightfully inventive” —The Strad \n\n\n\nLearn more at their website (https://www.valenciabaryton.com/)
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SUMMARY:Lacy J. Dalton
DESCRIPTION:Lacy J. Dalton (born Jill Lynne Byrem on October 13\, 1946 in Bloomsburg\, Pennsylvania)\, is an American alt-country singer and songwriter with a career that has spanned many decades and touched the hearts of millions of music fans. Listen to a Lacy J Dalton album for yourself\, and feel the authenticity in her delivery.  In March 2017 Lacy J Dalton was inducted into the North American Country Music Association International Hall of Fame\, and in 2022 she was awarded a Lifetime Career Achievement Award from the Josie Music Awards\, the largest independent music awards show in the country. \n\n\n\nIn 1979 Lacy was awarded the Academy of Country Music’s Top New Female Vocalist of the Year. Then in 1980\, she signed by Columbia Records and quickly rose to national prominence with Crazy Blue Eyes\, which raced to #7 on the Billboard Country Charts. She also brought home numerous Grammy nominations and 3 prestigious\, back to back (1979\, 1980\, 1981) Bay Area Music Awards for Best Country-Folk Recordings.  Lacy’s collaboration with Willie Nelson on his platinum Half Nelson CD was a high spot for her a s she was the only woman featured on that recording\, and was awarded a Platinum Record for her participation. She also received a couple of Gold Records from Hank Williams Jr. in 1985 for her support performances throughout his Five-0 Tour. She toured for years with the likes of the Oakridge Boys\, Willie Nelson\, Merle Haggard\, and Hank Williams Jr. to name just a few. \n\n\n\nHer hit records are legendary million-airplay cuts: 16th Avenue (the Anthem for Nashville songwriters was voted one of Country’s Top 100 Songs ever by Billboard Magazine)\, Crazy Blue Eyes\, Hillbilly Girl with the Blues\, Takin’ It Easy\, Everybody Makes Mistakes\, and the worldwide hit Black Coffee.  Her 2006 album Last Wild Place Anthology went #1 on the World Independent Chart\, and a year later went #1 on the American Western Music Chart.  In 2019 that same album was awarded the Pete Huttlinger award for Music Excellence by Strictly Country Magazine and the Spirit Awards. \n\n\n\nIn 2019 Lacy released a 4 song EP titled Scarecrow.  When hearing the title song\, her good friend Reverend Barbara Ann Fletcher remarked “that song makes you a whole new you\, and it makes me a whole new me.”  And that’s exactly the response Lacy was hoping for.  In 2024 Lacy released an album titled For The Black Sheep\, a collection of songs with meaningful lyrics and messages of unity and acceptance for all of us. In addition to her musical career\, Lacy has been involved in various service projects through several charitable organizations – namely\, the Let ‘em Run Foundation (which she co-founded) working to protect and rehome wild horses and burros\, William James Associates Arts in Corrections program in the California prison system\, and Rotary International.  \n\n\n\n \n\n	\n\n\n\n\n			\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInstagram  \n\n\n\nFacebook \n\n\n\nSpotify
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/lacy-j-dalton/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Dorsten
DESCRIPTION:Dorsten is a captivating folk-rock brother-sister band from Phoenix\, Arizona. Influenced by artists like Florence + the Machine\, The Lumineers\, and KALEO\, Dorsten features remarkable vocals from Sophie and masterful instrumentation from Alex.  \n\n\n\n2024 kicked off with Dorsten releasing an album recorded at Abbey Road Studios in London then touring as support on Mark Ambor’s sold-out World Tour. Dorsten spent this summer releasing more new music and playing major festivals in the USA and Canada.  \n\n\n\nDorsten has won multiple awards for their incredible production; they are every step from start to finish – write\, record\, produce\, mix\, master\, and even creating the album art. Stay tuned for more exhilarating music from Dorsten!  \n\n\n\nPlease check out their music on any music platform and see them at ASU Kerr! \n\n\n\nWebsite (https://dorstenmusic.com/)
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/dorsten/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Kiara Jayne
DESCRIPTION:One of Arizona’s premier vocalists\, Kiara Jayne brings her powerhouse voice and magnetic stage presence to the spotlight. Known for her soulful blend of jazz\, R&B\, gospel and more\, Kiara has captivated audiences across the Valley and was recently selected to headline Tempe Center for the Arts’ Jazz Appreciation Month kickoff. Including her talented backup duo The Sugar Mamas\, Kiara delivers a concert experience that will be one to remember.
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/kiara-jayne/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Oscar Peñas
DESCRIPTION:Blending jazz\, classical and the folk traditions of his native Spain\, guitarist and composer Oscar Peñas has carved out a signature voice in modern jazz. Born in Barcelona and now based in Brooklyn\, he crafts deeply personal\, story-driven compositions that reflect his multicultural background and passion for innovation. A Berklee and New England Conservatory graduate\, Penas has led acclaimed ensembles and collaborated with legends like Ron Carter\, Esperanza Spalding and Paquito D’Rivera. His upcoming suite “Remote Hoods\,” commissioned by the New York State Council on the Arts\, celebrates the diversity of New York City. With performances at top venues and a growing discography\, Penas continues to push creative boundaries. \n\n\n\nThis is Oscar’s second appearance at ASU Kerr\, he wowed his Arizona audience and we had to have him back! \n\n\n\nWebsite (https://oscarpenas.com/)
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CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Trouble Man - A Tribute to Marvin Gaye
DESCRIPTION:Experience The Prince of Soul Trouble Man is a live musical tribute to the legendary Marvin Gaye. With a live band\, we bring to you over 16 classic hits of Marvin Gaye from his early days at Motown all the way to his days at Columbia Records. \n\n\n\nStep into the timeless groove of Trouble Man\, a powerful live musical tribute to the incomparable Marvin Gaye — the “Prince of Soul.” Starring the sensational L. Young and powerhouse vocalist Crystal Starr as Tammi Terrell\, this electrifying show features a number of Marvin’s most iconic hits\, from smooth ballads to socially conscious anthems that still resonate today. \n\n\n\nWebsite (https://www.troublemanshow.com/)
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/trouble-man/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Los Llaneros
DESCRIPTION:Los Llaneros brings the rhythmic music of the Colombian and Venezuelan plains to the stage\, featuring harp\, cuatro\, maracas\, vocals and more. Founded in 1978 and led by vocalist Karin Stein with roots in both Indigenous and Spanish traditions\, their style features fast-paced rhythms and intricate techniques rarely heard outside the region. Los Llaneros delivers a performance that honors the beautiful culture\, history and spirit of the Llanos. \n\n\n\nWebsite (https://www.losllaneros.com/)
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/los-llaneros/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Aaron White
DESCRIPTION:Aaron White is a Northern Ute/Diné Grammy-nominated guitarist\, singer-songwriter\, Native American flutist and flute maker known for his pioneering role in blending Indigenous music with acoustic and contemporary sounds. A founding member of Burning Sky\, he helped shape a genre that earned national acclaim and multiple awards\, including Best Flute Recording from the Native American Music Awards.  \n\n\n\nFor nearly three decades\, Aaron has performed across Arizona and the U.S.\, collaborating with legendary artists like Jackson Browne\, Taj Mahal and John Densmore. His music is featured in acclaimed films and documentaries\, and his handcrafted flutes are on display at the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix. Through concerts\, residencies and cultural programs\, Aaron continues to share the power of Native music and its ability to heal\, inspire and connect.
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SUMMARY:Charles Lewis Quintet with Diana Lee
DESCRIPTION:Swing with a joyful perennial ASU Kerr fave\, Charles Lewis Quintet plus 1! This time\, the +1 is powerhouse vocalist Diana Lee\, known for her crystal-clear tone\, dynamic range and performances with legends like Stevie Wonder\, Diana Ross and Garth Brooks. She and Charles will be full of fun and surprises in this one! Surround yourself with grooving jazz from Brazil and beyond\, brought to life by a band of top-tier musicians led by a living Phoenix legend. \n\n\n\nPianist Charles Lewis was a dear friend to our namesake\, Louise Lincoln Kerr\, and remains a beloved figure in the Valley arts scene. Come for the music\, stay for the stories.
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/charles-lewis-diana-lee/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Piano Heist
DESCRIPTION:In 2022\, lifelong friends Nico Rhodes and Patrick Courtin were taken aback by the stark realization that the piano had fallen out of favour. Determined to restore its luster and reclaim its title as the ultimate instrument\, they embarked on an exhilarating journey. Drawing inspiration from the masterpieces of legendary composers\, songwriters\, and performers over the last three centuries\, they crafted a mesmerizing show that spans the spectrum from classical piano masterpieces to vibrant boogie-woogie\, romantic ballads\, and epic 80s synth battles in Piano Heist: Keys are the Champions! This enchanting experience unfolds as a delightful blend of theatrical magic\, humour\, audience engagement\, touching narratives\, a sprinkle of history\, and an explosion of musical creativity. Tours have taken them across Canada and the Western U.S.\, captivating audiences with over 140 performances in both quaint towns and bustling cities. Looking ahead\, they are excited to unveil a brand-new Christmas production in 2025: A Very Merry Heistmas!  \n\n\n\nWebsite (https://pianoheist.com/)
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/piano-heist/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Winston Churchill - Solo Theatre by Randy Otto
DESCRIPTION:WINSTON CHURCHILL – LIVE | A PORTRAIT OF RESILIENCE AND LEADERSHIP \n\n\n\nRandy Otto’s portrayal of Winston Churchill is a testament to the power of performance in exploring history. Whether delivering Churchill’s iconic speeches or engaging in on-on-one dialogs during “Ask Winston\,” Otto conveys the essence of quick Churchillian wit\, fierce tenacity and that never give in resolve\, which inspired not only the British people but brought the rest of the free world together\, defending liberty and freedom. \n\n\n\nThrough his dedication\, research and passion for storytelling\, Otto brings to life the complexities of a remarkable leader\, reminding us of the enduring relevance of Churchill’s legacy and the lessons it imparts for future generations.
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/winston-churchill/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Dina Preston Band
DESCRIPTION:Join the Dina Preston Band as they launch their 2026 “We’ve Been Everywhere” Tour on April 17 at ASU Kerr! \n\n\n\nHailing from Arizona and having performed in 44 countries\, the Dina Preston Band brings a fresh\, powerful fusion of Americana\, blending country\, rock\, blues\, and soul to the Kerr stage. More than just a band\, they are storytellers who transform life’s journeys into unforgettable songs\, merging global influences with boots-on-the-ground authenticity. \n\n\n\nLed by the powerhouse vocals of Dina Preston and the skilled guitar and leadership of her husband Don Ortiz\, the band shines with Michael Ghormley’s deep bass grooves\, Kenny Skaggs’ multi-instrumental talents and rich vocals\, and Henry Lara’s dynamic drumming. Their chemistry and passion create live shows packed with energy\, emotion\, and connection. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDon’t miss the exclusive VIP experience\, only 24 tickets available! VIPs will enjoy: \n\n\n\nPremier front-section seating (rows 1 and 2) \n\n\n\nA meet & greet with the band and Andre House staff \n\n\n\nA signed copy of the We’ve Been Everywhere album or CD \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis special night also supports a vital cause: a portion of ticket proceeds will benefit Andre House of Hospitality\, a Phoenix nonprofit serving individuals experiencing homelessness. Andre House will also be present at the concert to share more about their mission and impact. \n\n\n\nLearn more about Andre House of Hospitality at andrehouse.org \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nExpect an evening of original songs\, crowd-favorite covers\, and stories inspired by life on the road and real human experience\, all in support of music with a mission. \n\n	\n\n\n\n\n			\n\n\n\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInstagram  \n\n\n\nFacebook \n\n\n\nSpotify
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/dina-preston/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Love Letters\, co-presented with Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company
DESCRIPTION:Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company Presents…“LOVE LETTERS” By A.R. Gurneyfor a Special Engagement with Two Performances Only\,at ASU Kerr in Scottsdale. \n\n\n\nPulitzer Prize Nominated “Love Letters” by A.R. Gurney“You cannot stage a play more simply than this\, and yet it’s about everything in life. First love\, loss of opportunities\, loss of life\, loss of love…It’s a beautiful play\, and all you do is speak it.” \n\n\n\nA finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in Drama (1985)\, this classic American serio-comedy has been performed and loved around the world. In its simplest form\, it is a story of friendship and love that spans fifty yearsall told through love letters exchanged between the two character\, Andrew and Melissa. The play explores the lives and relationship two people who grew up together\, went their separate ways\, but continued to share confidences. As the actors read the letters aloud\, what is created is an evocative\, touching\, frequently funny but always telling pair of character studies in which what is implied is as revealing and meaningful as what is actually written down. This funny and touching work is a unique and imaginative theatre piece which\, in the words of the author\, “needs no theatre\, no lengthy rehearsal\, no special set\, no memorization of lines and no commitment from its two actors beyond the night of performance.” \n\n\n\nDirector Mike Arseneault says “this beautiful piece of theatre has been a passion of his for a lifetime across four cities and two countries”. This will be the fifth production of “Love Letters” that he has produced in the United States and Canada. Audiences fall in love with the characters\, the relationship and the situations. It’s storytelling at its finest. “The audience will laugh out loud and be moved to tears as the stories and incredible friendship unfolds.” says director Mike Arseneault. \n\n\n\nA perfect way to celebrate love! Get ready for some belt laughs and bring a tissue or two. Thanks to the enduing power of “Love Letters”\, it has attracted many international actors and famous couple to play the roles of Andrew and Melissa. They include Holland Taylor and A.R. Gurney (original cast)\, Joanna Gleason and John Rubinstein\, Kathleen Turner and John Rubinstein\, Colleen Dewhurst and Jason Robards\, Mia Farrow and Brian Dennehy\, Carol Burnett and Brian Dennehy\, Alan Alda and Candice Bergen\, Martin Sheen and Anjelica Huston\, Stacy Keach and Diana Rigg\, Robert Wagner and Jill St. John\, Steve Allen and Jayne Meadows\, Gerald McRaney and Delta Burke\, Matthew Broderick and Laura Benanti\, Brooke Shields and John Slattery. Other famous film and TV performers Hollywood Legends: Elizabeth Taylor\, James Earl Jones\, Charlton Heston\, Julie Harris\, Christopher Walken\, Sigourney Weaver\, Sissy Spacek\, Laura Linney and Steven Weber (who starred in the 1999 television adaptation)\, Jeff Daniels\, William Hurt\, Molly Ringwald\, Andrew McCarthy\, Whoopi Goldberg\, Timothy Dalton and Keir Dullea. \n\n\n\nThis production presents the script as originally written\, which includes outdated cultural depictions\, strong language\, and mature themes. Recommended for audiences Ages 16+. \n\n\n\nThis volunteer production is directed by Mike Arseneault\, artistic director and executive producer of Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company and presented in collaboration with ASU Kerr. \n\n\n\nLove Letters is produced with special licensing permission from Concord Theatricals\, 250 West 57th Street\, 6th Floor\, New York\, NY 10107-0102. \n\n\n\nPERFORMANCE DETAILS:WHEN (TWO PERFORMANCES ONLY):Saturday\, May 23\, 2026 – 7:00 pm evening performanceSunday\, May 24\, 2026 – 2:00 pm matinee performance \n\n\n\nWHERE (VENUE):ASU Kerr Cultural Center\, 6110 N Scottsdale Rd\, Scottsdale\, AZ 85253 \n\n\n\nTICKETS:Tickets are $27 (general admission) or $34 (reserved) excluding ticket fees. Tickets are available to purchase in advance online through Ticketmaster or by telephone by calling the ASU KERR Box Office during Box Office hours (Wednesday – Friday\, 10am-5pm) at 480-596-2660. Ticket fee includes parking. \n\n\n\nLINK TO TICKETS: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1900646DFB83EEE9 \n\n\n\nCAST BIOGRAPHIES:To Be AnnouncedThe cast for this production features Amy Sperry as Melissa Gardner and Mike Arseneault as Andrew Makepeace Ladd III. Biographies will follow and be shared on social media. \n\n\n\nABOUT: SCOTTSDALE OLD TOWN THEATRE COMPANYScottsdale Old Town Theatre Company. (OTTC) is a new volunteer community theatre group produced by RecreateNow LLC that creates FRESH THEATRE. We are honored to perform at the historic ASU KerrCultural Center and share Louise Kerr’s passion for trailblazing as well and building a vital home and community for theatre arts. \n\n\n\nScottsdale OTTC’s inaugural production was the acclaimed original musical revue Songs From Film\, which ran for four performances\, January 15-18\, 2026\, at the historic ASU Kerr Cultural Center inScottsdale\, Arizona. \n\n\n\nThe purpose of Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company is to entertain\, provoke\, educate\, inspire and move our audiences with our creative interpretations and storytelling. \n\n\n\nScottsdale OTTC Artistic Director Mike Arseneault was previously founder and artistic director for IOCO Players Theatre in Port Moody located in greater Vancouver\, British Columbia. He has been active as a performer\, director\, and producer on theatre Boards for forty years in Toronto\, Portland Oregon\, Vancouver\, B.C. and Scottsdale\, Arizona. \n\n\n\nTo get involved or become a show sponsor of Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company\, contact them by email at scottsdaleottc@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nFind out and follow Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company online at:Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/scottsdaleoldtowntheatrecompanyInstagram: www.instagram.com/scottsdaleoldtowntheatreco
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/love-letters/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Love Letters\, co-presented with Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company
DESCRIPTION:Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company Presents…“LOVE LETTERS” By A.R. Gurneyfor a Special Engagement with Two Performances Only\,at ASU Kerr in Scottsdale. \n\n\n\nPulitzer Prize Nominated “Love Letters” by A.R. Gurney“You cannot stage a play more simply than this\, and yet it’s about everything in life. First love\, loss of opportunities\, loss of life\, loss of love…It’s a beautiful play\, and all you do is speak it.” \n\n\n\nA finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in Drama (1985)\, this classic American serio-comedy has been performed and loved around the world. In its simplest form\, it is a story of friendship and love that spans fifty years all told through love letters exchanged between the two character\, Andrew and Melissa. The play explores the lives and relationship two people who grew up together\, went their separate ways\, but continued to share confidences. As the actors read the letters aloud\, what is created is an evocative\, touching\, frequently funny but always telling pair of character studies in which what is implied is as revealing and meaningful as what is actually written down. This funny and touching work is a unique and imaginative theatre piece which\, in the words of the author\, “needs no theatre\, no lengthy rehearsal\, no special set\, no memorization of lines and no commitment from its two actors beyond the night of performance.” \n\n\n\nDirector Mike Arseneault says\, “This beautiful piece of theatre has been a passion of his for a lifetime across four cities and two countries”. This will be the fifth production of “Love Letters” that he has produced in the United States and Canada. Audiences fall in love with the characters\, the relationship and the situations. It’s storytelling at its finest. “The audience will laugh out loud and be moved to tears as the stories and incredible friendship unfolds” says director Mike Arseneault. \n\n\n\nA perfect way to celebrate love! Get ready for some belt laughs and bring a tissue or two. Thanks to the enduing power of “Love Letters”\, it has attracted many international actors and famous couple to play the roles of Andrew and Melissa. They include Holland Taylor and A.R. Gurney (original cast)\, Joanna Gleason and John Rubinstein\, Kathleen Turner and John Rubinstein\, Colleen Dewhurst and Jason Robards\, Mia Farrow and Brian Dennehy\, Carol Burnett and Brian Dennehy\, Alan Alda and Candice Bergen\, Martin Sheen and Anjelica Huston\, Stacy Keach and Diana Rigg\, Robert Wagner and Jill St. John\, Steve Allen and Jayne Meadows\, Gerald McRaney and Delta Burke\, Matthew Broderick and Laura Benanti\, Brooke Shields and John Slattery. Other famous film and TV performers Hollywood Legends: Elizabeth Taylor\, James Earl Jones\, Charlton Heston\, Julie Harris\, Christopher Walken\, Sigourney Weaver\, Sissy Spacek\, Laura Linney and Steven Weber (who starred in the 1999 television adaptation)\, Jeff Daniels\, William Hurt\, Molly Ringwald\, Andrew McCarthy\, Whoopi Goldberg\, Timothy Dalton and Keir Dullea. \n\n\n\nThis production presents the script as originally written\, which includes outdated cultural depictions\, strong language\, and mature themes. Recommended for audiences Ages 16+. \n\n\n\nThis volunteer production is directed by Mike Arseneault\, artistic director and executive producer of Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company and presented in collaboration with ASU Kerr. \n\n\n\nLove Letters is produced with special licensing permission from Concord Theatricals\, 250 West 57th Street\, 6th Floor\, New York\, NY 10107-0102. \n\n\n\nPERFORMANCE DETAILS:WHEN (TWO PERFORMANCES ONLY):Saturday\, May 23\, 2026 – 7:00 pm evening performanceSunday\, May 24\, 2026 – 2:00 pm matinee performance \n\n\n\nWHERE (VENUE):ASU Kerr Cultural Center\, 6110 N Scottsdale Rd\, Scottsdale\, AZ 85253 \n\n\n\nTICKETS:Tickets are $27 (general admission) or $34 (reserved) excluding ticket fees. Tickets are available to purchase in advance online through Ticketmaster or by telephone by calling the ASU KERR Box Office during Box Office hours (Wednesday – Friday\, 10am-5pm) at 480-596-2660. Ticket fee includes parking. \n\n\n\nLINK TO TICKETS: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1900646DFC65F00D \n\n\n\nCAST BIOGRAPHIES:To Be AnnouncedThe cast for this production features Amy Sperry as Melissa Gardner and Mike Arseneault as Andrew Makepeace Ladd III. Biographies will follow and be shared on social media. \n\n\n\nABOUT: SCOTTSDALE OLD TOWN THEATRE COMPANYScottsdale Old Town Theatre Company. (OTTC) is a new volunteer community theatre group produced by RecreateNow LLC that creates FRESH THEATRE. We are honored to perform at the historic ASU KerrCultural Center and share Louise Kerr’s passion for trailblazing as well and building a vital home and community for theatre arts. \n\n\n\nScottsdale OTTC’s inaugural production was the acclaimed original musical revue Songs From Film\, which ran for four performances\, January 15-18\, 2026\, at the historic ASU Kerr Cultural Center inScottsdale\, Arizona. \n\n\n\nThe purpose of Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company is to entertain\, provoke\, educate\, inspire and move our audiences with our creative interpretations and storytelling. \n\n\n\nScottsdale OTTC Artistic Director Mike Arseneault was previously founder and artistic director for IOCO Players Theatre in Port Moody located in greater Vancouver\, British Columbia. He has been active as a performer\, director\, and producer on theatre Boards for forty years in Toronto\, Portland Oregon\, Vancouver\, B.C. and Scottsdale\, Arizona. \n\n\n\nTo get involved or become a show sponsor of Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company\, contact them by email at scottsdaleottc@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nFind out and follow Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company online at:Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/scottsdaleoldtowntheatrecompanyInstagram: www.instagram.com/scottsdaleoldtowntheatreco
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SUMMARY:Spiritual Thing: Sound Healing
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in this intentional\, exhilarating and safe container of sonic bliss! Hear and feel why these artists have sold out every ASU Kerr show\, and be welcomed into the positive community connecting through Spiritual Thing. \n\n\n\nBack for a fourth round of heart-opening joy\, Spiritual Thing brings sound healing to a new level\, offering you a one-of-a-kind hypnotic\, analog-meets-digital experience crafted to realign mind\, body and spirit. \n\n\n\nTheir sessions feature the vibrations of an amazing menagerie of sacred global instruments including crystal singing bowls\, native flutes\, resonant gongs\, chimes and more.  \n\n\n\nSpiritual Thing merges layers of lush synthesizers\, harmonizing mantras and soothing vocals with the analog warmth of vintage electric piano and the venue’s unique 1899 Steinway grand piano\, then lifts them higher with heavenly effects. \n\n\n\nEncourage balance for yourself and others as you feel these frequencies and dive deeply into the waves of their meditative soundscapes. This is space music in more ways than one. \n\n\n\nIMPORTANT DETAILS: For this event\, guests can choose between three ticketing levels: \n\n\n\n-Traditional seating is available in the pews. \n\n\n\n-For a more meditative experience\, you’re invited to bring your own mat for a pit-level floor or upper level space. Most patrons in these sections lie down for the majority of the event. You are welcome to quietly stretch or sit in your space. \n\n\n\nEach mat space is about 3’x6′ per person on the venue’s tiled floor; keep this in mind when selecting your mat as capacity is extremely limited. If your mat is bigger you may not be accommodated. Please note that mat spaces in the GA Upper Level are also on the floor\, not in a seat. \n\n\n\nFor those purchasing mat space tickets\, we encourage comfortable clothing and recommend bringing these items as you will be on the venue’s tiled floor: \n\n\n\n-yoga or camping mat \n\n\n\n-blanket \n\n\n\n-eye covering \n\n\n\n-pillow \n\n\n\nThese items will not be provided by the venue. The recommended supplies will help you relax more completely and ease into the restorative sound healing practice. \n\n\n\nEach section is general admission\, with no reserved spaces.  \n\n\n\nDoors open at 6:30 p.m. Arriving by this time is encouraged to get the best selection of space or seating. \n\n\n\n$78 for mat space in the pit (GA FLOOR)$68 for mat space on the upper tier (GA UPPER LEVEL)$48 for a pew seat or streaming ticket (GA PEWS) \n\n\n\nPurchase tickets labeled “Streaming” once at the ticketing page if you’d like to watch the livestream. Livestream ticket sales end at 6 p.m. on show day\, May 30. All ticketholders will receive the unlisted streaming link in a Know Before You Go email on show day\, just case you cannot attend in person.  \n\n\n\nTickets go on sale April 1!
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/spiritual-thing-sound-healing-4/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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SUMMARY:Frank Ferrante's GROUCHO
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this Groucho Marx tribute show! Dubbed “nothing short of masterful” by the Chicago Tribune\, award-winning actor Frank Ferrante recreates his PBS\, New York and London acclaimed stage portrayal of the legendary comedian in this fast-paced\, 90 minutes of hilarity.  \n\n\n\nThe two-act comedy consists of the best Groucho one-liners\, anecdotes and songs including “Hooray for Captain Spalding\,” and “Lydia\, the Tattooed Lady.” The audience literally becomes part of the show as Ferrante ad-libs his way throughout the performance in grand Groucho style.  \n\n\n\nAccompanied by his onstage pianist\, Ferrante portrays the young Groucho of stage and film and reacquaints us with the likes of brothers Harpo\, Chico\, Zeppo and Gummo\, Charlie Chaplin\, W.C. Fields and dignified Marx foil\, Margaret Dumont. A show perfect for all ages!
URL:https://asukerr.com/event/groucho-marx-tribute-show/
CATEGORIES:Featured Artists
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