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Arts
October 6 – 19, 2012
Country stars shine this month Arizona native Dierks Bentley headlines the all-day KNIX Country Fest on Sat., Oct. 27 at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino Resort, 15406 N. Maricopa Rd. in Maricopa. Harrah’s is partnering with 102.5 KNIX to bring top-named entertainment for this first-time, outdoor event. Taking the stage is country music stars Kristen Kelly, Easton Corbin and Gloriana, along with Bentley. Kelly, known for her debut single “ExOld Man,” kicks off the concert at 3 p.m. Her music mixes rock and blues, while staying true to her country roots. Hitting the charts with their latest
song, “Kissed you Goodnight,” Gloriana will entertain the audience with other favorites such as “Can’t Shake You” and “Wanna Take You Home.” Easton Corbin has drawn the attention of the country music world with hits like “A Little More Country than That” and “Roll with It.” Bentley is among country’s most versatile artists and is known for his hits “Home,” named the official song of the Arizona Centennial Celebration, as well as chart-toppers “Come a Little Closer” and “5150.” In, addition, Bentley recently was nominated for three Country Music Awards.
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‘Ghostly Gala’ scares up funds for EVCT
LOCAL BOY: Valley singer Dierks Bentley is one of many country music stars on the rise who performs during the KNIX Country Fest on Sat., Oct. 27. Photo courtesy of Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino Resort
Harrah’s is constructing the temporary amphitheater, for seating up to 4,000. Tickets start at $49 and can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com. For more information about Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino Resort, visit www.harrahsakchin.com or call 480-802-5000.
A costume contest, games and more entertain all ages during the East Valley Children’s Theatre’s fall fundraiser, “The Ghostly Gala”, on Sat., Oct. 13 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Arizona Museum for Youth, 35 N. Robson in Mesa. Activities at this family friendly event include DJ music, a raffle, food and drink. Tickets are $50 for adults 21 and older, $25 for ages 13 to 20 and $10 for children ages 12 and younger. Proceeds benefit EVCT, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides live theatre experiences for children ages 5-18. EVCT offers classes, workshops, troupes, spring and summer camps, as well as four main stage productions at the Mesa Arts Center. For more information about The Ghostly Gala and to purchase tickets, go to www.evct.org.
Learn skills from top talents Seven dancers / actors and choreographers from Los Angeles share their knowledge and moves during a special weekend Master Class Oct. 20 and 21 at Dance Studio 111, 4910 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 111 in Phoenix. Kimberly Lewis, owner of Dance Studio 111, is bringing in Cris Judd, choreographer for Jennifer Lopez and Janet Jackson as well as movies and music videos, and Dave Scott, choreographer for the “Step Up” movies. Joining them will be “So You Think You
Can Dance” alums Ivan Koumaev and Ade Obayomi, and Kenny Wormald from the recent remake of the movie “Footloose.” This two-day Master Class workshop is open to the public. No previous Dance Studio 111 connection is required. The workshop runs from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday and 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday. For more information or to register, visit www.dancestudio111.com or call 480-706-6040.