NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS “LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS” When: Nov. 3 -19 Where: Mesa Arts Center, One E. Main St., Mesa What: “Little Shop of Horrors” is a delectable sci-fi horror musical with an electrifying 1960s pop/rock score by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman. Seymour Krelborn is a meek and dejected assistant at a floral shop who happens upon a strange plant, which he affectionately names “Audrey II” after his crush at the shop. Little does he know that this strange and unusual plant will develop a soulful R&B voice, a potty mouth, and an unquenchable thirst for human blood. As Audrey II grows bigger and meaner, the carnivorous plant promises limitless fame and fortune to Seymour, as long as he continues providing a fresh supply of blood. Just when it’s too late, Seymour discovers Audrey II’s extra-terrestrial origins and his true drive for worlddomination. Info: mesaartscenter.com/index.php/shows/residentcompanies/met-little-shop-of-horrors DOJA CAT When: Nov. 8 Where: Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix What: Grammy award-winning global superstar Doja Cat is embarking on her first North American Arena tour this fall, “The Scarlet Tour.” After showstopping performances on multiple massive stages such as Coachella, The Grammy Awards, MTV’s VMA’s, The American Music Awards, The Billboard Awards, and more, Doja Cat is thrilled to bring her incredible live show to her fans with special guest Doechii. Info: footprintcenter.com DISNEY PIXAR’S “COCO” LIVE-TO-FILM CONCERT When: Nov. 10 Where: Mesa Arts Center, One E. Main St., Mesa What: Experience Disney Pixar's Coco in Concert on Tour featuring a screening of the complete film with Oscar and Grammy-winning composer Michael Giacchino’s musical score performed by the 20-member Orquesta Folclórico Nacional de México. 20 • November 2023 • THE KYRENE TIMES
In addition to the original score by Giacchino, “Coco” also features the Oscar-winning song “Remember Me” by Oscar-winning songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, and additional songs co-written by Germaine Franco and co-director and screenwriter Adrian Molina. Info: mesaartscenter.com/index.php/shows/ performing-live/coco-in-concert-on-tour DINO DAY When: Nov. 11 Where: Arizona Boardwalk, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, A100, Scottsdale What: This free event will feature interactive dinosaur live shows and meet and greets, live reptiles, dino inflatables and games, face painting, Jurassic Park motor pool, prehistoric talks from dino experts, and more! Info: azboardwalk.com/event/free-dino-day FASHION WEEK 4 KIDS When: Nov. 11 Where: Desert Ridge Marketplace, 21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix What: The 8th annual Fashion Week 4 Kids returns to the Valley. Guests can enjoy a full week of retail events and offerings, culminating with a full day of fashion shows from your favorite brands at The District Stage. Enjoy live children’s entertainment, giveaways, and more. Info: fw4kids.com CHANDLER SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PRESENTS “CHEERS TO YOUTH!” When: Nov. 12 Where: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler What: Enjoy a performance from the Annual Youth Competition winner in the piano category as they play solo with the orchestra. And bask in the whimsy of "A Midsummer Night’s Dream Overture "and "Peter and the Wolf" with a narrator. Info: chandlercenter.org
DISNEY JUNIOR LIVE ON TOUR: COSTUME PALOOZA When: Nov. 14 Where: Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix What: This show brings beloved Disney Junior characters and favorite Marvel Super Heroes live on stage for a jam-packed, concert-style show with singing, dancing, acrobatics, and more. It will feature favorite songs from hit Disney Junior series, as well as new original music. Mickey, Minnie, and their pals are getting ready to throw a huge costume party, but mysterious green rain, wind, and smoke keeps interrupting the fun. Info: arizonafinancialtheatre.com “AIN’T TOO PROUD” – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS When: Nov. 14 – 19 Where: ASU Gamage, 1200 S. Forest Ave., Tempe What: “Ain't Too Proud” – The Life and Times of The Temptations is the electrifying, new smash-hit Broadway musical that follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. With their signature dance moves and silky-smooth harmonies, they rose to the top of the charts creating an amazing 42 top 10 hits with 14 reaching number one. Info: asugammage.com/ainttooproud DESERT SKY MUSIC FESTIVAL: LAINEY WILSON, PARMALEE, NATE SMITH, & JACKSON DEAN When: Nov. 18 Where: Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park, 20000 S. Maricopa Rd., Chandler What: Country music’s hottest artists converge under Arizona’s desert sky for one unforgettable night. Info: forty8live.com/desert-sky-music-festival JOHN FOGERTY When: Nov. 19 Where: The Pool at Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale myhyperlocalnews.com
