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BALLET ARIZONA: AN EVENING AT DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN

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TREASURES: LEGENDARY MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

When: Through Sept. 1, 2023 Where: Musical Instrument Museum (MIM), 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix What: “Treasures: Legendary Musical Instruments” celebrates some of the world’s most notable musical moments, performance traditions, and musical instrument developments. Eighty exceptional instruments fill the Target Gallery, including some of the finest from MIM’s collection and more than twenty loans from renowned museums, private collections, and musicians around the world. Info: mim.org/special-exhibitions/ treasures

MARIACHI SOL DE MÉXICO DE JOSÉ HERNÁNDEZ CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION

When: May 5 Where: The Madison Center for the Arts, 5601 N. 16th St., Phoenix What: Legends of My Land is a musical tribute to the golden era of Mexican cinema that was responsible for the internationalization of mariachi music. Jose Hernandez, director of America’s Premier Mariachi, Sol de Mexico, and his 13-piece ensemble pay a spectacular tribute to the legends of mariachi music, an unforgettable musical experience that has audiences young and old on their feet. Info: themadison.org/mariachi-2022

JUSTICE

When: May 5 – 12, May 11 – 15, May 19 – 22 Where: Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix What: A world premiere musical journey with two of the world’s most iconic women at the height of their power. It is 1993 and Ruth Bader Ginsburg has just joined the United States Supreme Court; the first and only other woman there, Sandra Day O’Connor, is ready to welcome her and get to work. In an intimate, epic three-person new musical built of sweeping songs, urgent conversations about equality, and truly human heroines, audiences come to know these two iconic justices at the height of their power. Through a third character, Regina, rising through the ranks of the law, viewers discover how O’Connor and Ginsburg inspire, challenge, and propel the next generation of change-makers and trailblazers in American jurisprudence. Info: herbergertheater.org/events/ justice

MUSIC IN THE GARDEN

When: May 6, 13, 20 and 27 Where: Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix What: Enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with great music from regional talent. Select from a 6 p.m. or 8:30 p.m. concert. Tickets include Garden admission so arrive early to stroll the trails and experience the blockbuster exhibition Chihuly in the Desert. Must be 21 or older to attend. Info: dbg.org/events

UNCORKED: AZ WINE FESTIVAL

When: May 7 Where: Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale What: The Uncorked: AZ Wine Festival features over 50 wineries from across the globe with more than 100 wines to taste. There are also gourmet food trucks, a live DJ, and more. Early admission is at 6 p.m. and includes an extra hour of tasting as well as some exclusive pours from select wineries. General admission opens at 7 p.m. Both tickets include tastings, with food sold separately. This event is 21 and over only. Info: uncorkedwinefestivals.com/winefestival-scottsdale-salt-river-fields

When: May 13 – 15 Where: The Phoenix Symphony, 1 N. 1st St., Ste. 200, Phoenix What: Tito Muñoz conducts this actionpacked adventure that pits man against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival. Featuring visually stunning imagery and groundbreaking special effects, this epic film is sheer movie magic 65 million years in the making. Now audiences can experience “Jurassic Park” as never before: projected in HD with The Phoenix Symphony orchestra performing John Williams’ iconic score live to picture. Info: tickets.phoenixsymphony. org/12947

ERIC CHURCH: THE GATHER AGAIN TOUR

When: May 14 Where: Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale What: Reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year and current ACM Entertainer of the Year nominee Eric Church will bring The Gather Again Tour to Gila River Arena. Making the most of the long-awaited opportunity to “gather again” for the first time in his career, Church will adopt an in-the-round set up, with the stage at the center of the arena floor to accommodate as many fans as possible. Info: gilariverarena.com/events/detail/ ericchurch_gatheragaintour

OLIVIA RODRIGO: SOUR TOUR

When: May 17 Where: Arizona Federal Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix What: Join Olivia Rodrigo for an evening of live entertainment when she brings her tour to the Arizona Federal Theatre. Info: livenation.com

BALLET ARIZONA: AN EVENING AT DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN

When: May 17 – June 2 Where: Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix What: An Evening at Desert Botanical Garden promises a spectacular experience that is uniquely Arizonan. Surrounded by the matchless Desert Botanical Garden landscape with the setting sun as a backdrop, Ib Andersen’s vision for dance in the desert continues in 2022. Inspired by his 2016 world premiere, Round, Ib plans to revisit this unparalleled work with re-imagined choreography that embraces and showcases the vast natural backdrop of the desert. Expect the unexpected as Ballet Arizona evolves, takes chances, and challenges the boundaries of contemporary ballet in the desert that we call our home. Info: balletaz.org/performance/anevening-at-desert-botanical-garden-2022

POWERHOUSE FEATURING SNOOP DOGG, ICE CUBE AND WARREN G

When: May 18 Where: Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale What: Power 98.3 and 96.1 presents POWERHOUSE featuring Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube and Warren G at the Gila River Area. Info: gilariverarena.com/events/detail/ powerhouse

SPRING ARIZONA RESTAURANT WEEK

When: May 20 – 29 Where: Various restaurants throughout the Valley What: The Arizona Restaurant Association is pleased to announce the return of Arizona Restaurant Week (ARW) this spring. For 10 days, diners can enjoy specially dedicated menus designed to showcase the vast culinary talents that exists within the state — from the finest five-star restaurants to locally owned and chef-driven “hidden gems.” During the event, participating restaurants offer culinary adventurers a unique tasting opportunity in addition to their regular menus, featuring three-course prix-fixe menus. Wine pairings to enhance each course are offered at some establishments for an additional cost. Menus are available for dine-in as well as to-go. Info: arizonarestaurantweek.com

NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK: MIX TAPE TOUR 2022

When: May 25 Where: Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix What: New Kids On The Block are bringing the Mixtape Tour 2022 to Footprint Center on May 25, 2022. The legendary lineup includes support artists such as Salt-N-Pepa, Rick Astley and En Vogue. Info: footprintcenter.com/events/newkids-on-the-block

PHOENIX FAN FUSION

When: May 27 – 29 Where: Phoenix Convention Center and Venues, 100 N. 3rd St., Phoenix What: Phoenix Fan Fusion is the premiere pop culture event in the desert Southwest that attracts thousands of comic book enthusiasts for a one-of-akind experience. Visit the event website to learn more about this thrilling event. Info: phoenixfanfusion.com Don’t miss this powerful love story! Adapted from the hit fi lm by its Academy Award®-winning screenwriter Bruce Joel Rubin, Ghost The Musical is a poignant romance that builds to an ethereal climax that audiences will never forget. MAY 6 – 29

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