Uncle Kracker to play every single ‘Under the Sun’
BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI
Uncle Kracker prefers not to sit around. He feels more comfortable on a consistent tour for six or seven weeks, instead of periodic shows.
“I like getting out on tour when it’s a tour that’s booked, so you start and then you end and then you go home and sit for a minute,” said Uncle Kracker, otherwise known as Michigan-bred Matt Shafer.
“I like it better than a continuous, all-year run where it never really stops. You just keep bouncing home. It gets monotonous and never ending.”
Calling from Grand Prairie, Alberta, Canada, Uncle Kracker will soon travel with the “Under the Sun” tour, which also boasts performances by Sugar Ray, Eve 6 and Better Than Ezra. It kicks off Friday, July 17, at Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino’s Ovations Showroom.
“I love being able to play, drive to the next city and play again the next night,” he said. “I love how action packed it will be. Just bam, bam, bam. Before you know it, after a couple weeks, you’ve hit 10 cities in two weeks. It feels good. It feels like you’ve done something.”
Sugar Ray’s Mark McGrath, who founded the tour that differs yearly, said he admires Uncle Kracker.
“He’s such a gentleman and a great guy, his whole band,” McGrath explains. “They really exemplify what this tour’s about.
Every band on here has to share the same spirit—a willingness to please the crowd. Instead of saying, ‘Here’s a new one.’ We’re saying, ‘Let’s play these short sets and hit them with all the hits.’ I can’t think of a better partner to drive around the country than Uncle Kracker.”
One thing Uncle Kracker likes about “Under the Sun” is that—literally—all four acts are playing all of their hits under the sun.
“Everybody just comes out, they play their hits and leave,” Uncle Kracker said.
“It’s a good blend of everybody and everything. If I find myself playing an hour and a half, I will play new songs to people who don’t want to hear them. It gets frustrating, but it’s the way it’s been done for years and that’s the way it’ll always be done.”
Speaking of which, Uncle Kracker is working on new songs for an album that’s “almost in the can.”
“I’ve been finding myself (writing music) that’s almost reminiscent of my very first album—rap stuff mixed with old, classic country—back to some poppy, vibe fun. It’s very all over the place,” said Uncle Kracker, who has three daughters ages 16, 15 and 11.
“I’m doing something that’s fun to me. I keep going back to what I like.”
His musical tastes these days are focused on rap, particularly focusing on
Michigan-bred Uncle Kracker is Kid Rock’s former DJ. The singer, known for his single, “Smile,” will perform at Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino on Friday, July 17. Submitted photo
Machine Gun Kelly and Mac Miller.
“I like the way these kids use their words and have fun,” said Uncle Kracker, who formerly served as Kid Rock’s DJ. “It reminds me of when I was a kid.”
Under the Sun with Sugar Ray, Better Than Ezra, Uncle Kracker and Eve 6 perform at 8 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino’s Ovations
Showroom, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler. Tickets are $63 to $99. For more information, call (800) 946-4452 or visit www.wingilariver.com.
Christina Fuoco-Karasinski is the executive editor of the SanTan Sun News. She can be reached at christina@ santansun.com.
Fundraiser set for Valley Youth Theatre
The Valley Youth Theatre’s stars, as well as cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, silent and live auctions, will be included in the annual fundraising event, which will be held at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at
Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe, Phoenix.
Tickets are $125 to $250. For more information, call (602) 2538188 or visit www.vyt.com.
Classic summer blockbusters return to Harkins Theatres
Harkins Theatres will present Tuesday Night Classics with special presentations at 7 p.m. of retro films. For $5, guests can relive their favorite films on the big screen at theaters throughout the Valley, including Chandler Crossroads and Chandler Fashion Center.
2015 lineup includes:
• “Top Gun” Tuesday, July 7
• “Saving Private Ryan” Tuesday, July 14
• “The Karate Kid” Tuesday, July 21
• “The Usual Suspects” Tuesday, July 28
• “The Departed” Tuesday, Aug. 4
• “Bad Boys” Tuesday, Aug. 11
• “The Shawshank Redemption” Tuesday, Aug. 18
• “Beverly Hills Cop” Tuesday, Aug. 25
• “Sounds of Music” Tuesday, Sept. 1
• “Fletch” Tuesday, Sept. 8
• “North by Northwest” Tuesday, Sept. 15
• “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” Tuesday, Sept. 22
• “Raising Arizona” Tuesday, Sept. 29
• “Gremlins” Tuesday, Oct. 6
• “Alien” Tuesday, Oct. 13
• “The Exorcist” Tuesday, Oct. 20
• “Halloween” Tuesday, Oct. 27
• “Three Amigos” Tuesday, Nov. 3
• “The Jerk” Tuesday, Nov. 10
• “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels” Tuesday, Nov. 17
• “Planes Trains and Automobiles” Tuesday, Nov. 24
• “Christmas Vacation” Tuesday, Dec. 1
• “Elf” Tuesday, Dec. 8
• “A Christmas Story” Tuesday, Dec. 15
• “The Polar Express” Tuesday, Dec. 22. For more information, visit www. HarkinsTheatres.com/TNC.
BLOW UP, inflatable contemporary art to be featured at Vision Gallery
BLOW UP explores the imaginative ways that artists use air as a tool for creating large-scale sculptures and includes imagery that is figurative and abstract. Accessible, yet rich with meaning, these pieces use perception of space to open a dialogue about pop culture and social norms.
Organized by the Lesher Center for the Arts by the Bedford Gallery Curator Carrie Lederer, BLOW UP features several large-scale artworks by a diverse roster of internationally renowned artists.
BLOW UP features large-scale artworks created with air. Submitted photo
“Inflatable structures connote fun and whimsy, and challenge our everyday, feeton-the-ground perspective,” Lederer said. “The show creates a spectacular, immersive environment and taps into our fascination with inflatables with artworks that are surreal, humorous and poetic.”
BLOW UP artists include Claire Ashley from Chicago; Lee Boroson from Brooklyn; Lewis deSoto from Napa and New York; Patrick Flibotte from Brooklyn; Billie G. Lynn from Miami;
Guy Overfelt from San Francisco and Momoyo Torimitsu from New York. BLOW UP will also include a video component featuring documentation of inflatable works by Christo from New York, Jeanne-Claude (1935-2009) and Joshua Allen Harris from New York. BLOW UP will open at the Vision Gallery, 10 E. Chicago St., Chandler, with a reception from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5.
For more information, call Yvonne Villareal-Torres at (480) 782-2695.
Canyon Sounds releases 2015-2016 season performances
The Gold Canyon Arts Council will sponsor the following five Canyon Sounds performances during its 2015-2016 season:
• Footworks Percussive Dance Ensemble at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13. From the step dances of Ireland to the clogging of Southern Appalachia to the hoofin’ and early jazz tap of the American South, these dancers and musicians celebrate the world of percussive dance. Anyone who enjoyed the rhythms and sounds of “Riverdance” and “Stomp” will love this show.
• The Four Freshman at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15. Now in its 62nd year of performance, this quartet brings their unique brand of harmony, a twist of elegance and swing, which takes an audience down memory lane. Their repertoire includes classics from the Great American Songbook, along with pop and jazz.
• Fandango will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12. A spicy mix of Latin,
Balkan, Spanish and classical sounds are performed by four globetrotting virtuosi, Denis Azabagic on guitar, Eugenia Moliner on flute, David Cunliffe on cello and Desiree Ruhstrat on violin.
• Metales M5-Mexico’s leading brass quintet will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 4. This brass group plays the spectrum of world music, contemporary pops arrangements and classical. With its Latin American charm, showmanship and interaction with the audience, M5 offers a concert that is a unique musical theatrical performance.
• Franc D’Ambrosio-Songs of the Silver Screen will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 1. With a mesmerizing “golden voice,” D’Ambrosio presents his critically acclaimed show of movie hits, such as “Cheek to Cheek,” “Pennies from Heaven,” “Puttin’ on the Ritz” and many more. Canyon Sounds is a nonprofit organization, which provides musical
For ticket information, visit www.gcac1.
education in the East Valley schools through residencies by the performing artists.
com. The venue is the Gold Canyon United Methodist Church, 6640 S. Kings Ranch Rd., Gold Canyon.
Theater Works at Peoria Center for the Performing Arts will open individual sales for its 30th season in July. Season subscriptions are on sale along with memberships and flex passes. Single performance tickets will go on sale to the public on Wednesday, July 15.
“This past season saw some of the greatest successes in Theater Works history,” said Executive Director Dan Schay. “The production of ‘Follies’ shattered all our box office records, while works as diverse as the premiere of ‘Shifting Gears,’ the American classic ‘One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest’ and ‘I Get A Kick Out Of Cole’ were all hits with our audiences.”
“Our 30th season promises to be even better and there are a variety of ways our patrons can purchase tickets,” continued Schay. “Season subscriptions are, as always, the way our patrons can ensure that they get the seat, time and date they desire. Flex passes are still available for those who want to craft their own season. Memberships give 20 percent to 30 percent discounts on most performances at the center and can be applied to single ticket purchases.”
Theater Works’ 30th season opens on Sept. 11 with the Youth Works production of Rudyard Kipling’s “The Jungle Book.” Based on short stories about Mowgli, an orphaned man-cub, who escapes death by Shere Khan,
these stories are timeless and good for any century emphasizing such noble qualities as loyalty, honor, courage, tradition, integrity and persistence.
“Youth Works is known for presenting classic stories in new and imaginative theatrical styles,” said Director of Education and Outreach Chris Hamby. “We hope to spark our audience’s imagination by presenting ‘The Jungle Book’ in a unique style that has never been seen before.”
“This production is rooted in classic Kipling fashion,” said Hamby. “It will incorporate traditional Indian puppetry and dance. The jungle will come to life through movement, intriguing lighting and a colorful imaginative set.”
“The Jungle Book” will be on stage Sept.11 through Sept. 27.
The Master Works season opens on Oct. 9 with one of the greatest American musicals. “Man of La Mancha” is the remarkable, poignant and moving story about the “mad” Spanish knight Don Quixote and his “impossible dream” of honor, justice and love. Premiering on Broadway in 1965, this iconic production won five Tony Awards and Theater Works takes great pride in being given
the opportunity to honor its 50th anniversary. “Man of La Mancha” will be on stage Oct. 9, through Oct. 25.
Next, love is lost, found and confounded in the town of “Almost, Maine,” a town that is so far north, that it’s almost not in the United States—in fact it almost doesn’t exist. Written by John Cariani, this good-natured play takes place on a cold clear, magical Friday night, in the middle of winter. As the northern lights glow above, Almost’s townspeople find themselves falling in and out of love in the strangest ways. “Almost, Maine” opens on Oct. 30, and will be on stage through Nov. 15.
Nov. 6 through Nov. 22, Youth Works presents “The Secret Garden,”
the winner of multiple Tony Awards, this enchanting musical is based on the 1911 novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett about Mary Lennox, an English girl born and raised in the British Raj. Orphaned at age 11, she is sent back to England to live on a large estate with her embittered, reclusive uncle and his invalid son. There she discovers many wonders including an enchanted garden, which beckons the children with haunting melodies dramatizing its compelling tale of forgiveness and renewal.
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Rounding out 2015 is the new holiday favorite “The Quiltmakers Gift,” a charming musical play about a greedy king and a generous quilt maker who teaches him that “the giving is In the Heart of the
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the gift.” This production is based on a beloved book and is truly intended for all ages.
Simultaneously sophisticated and childlike, it celebrates the true value of generosity and spirit of community...a message that is perfect for the Christmas season. “The Quiltmakers Gift” will be on stage Dec. 4 through Dec. 20.
The New Year opens with the wacky musical/comedy “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change!” Celebrating the mating game and the “happily ever after,” this musical is all about the contemporary conundrum known as “the relationship”...from dating and waiting, to love and marriage, to the agonies of in-laws, newborns and trips
in the family car, this is a hilarious tribute to all who have loved and lost and still dare to ask, “Say, what are you doing Saturday night?” “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change!” opens on Jan. 22 and will be on stage through Feb. 7.
On Feb. 19 the creative team from the triumphant productions of “Follies and Ragtime” returns to direct “City Of Angels,” a multi Tony award–winning musical that chronicles the misadventures of a disillusioned writer and his screenplay. Is it the movie detective who is forever haunted by the one who got away—or is it his author? Set in glamorous, seductive 1940s Hollywood, the world of film studios and alluring women, this
musical comedy boasts a swinging jazz score that brings the clash of silver screen fantasy and Hollywood reality to vivid life. “City of Angels” will be on stage through March 6.
“Charlotte’s Web” spins onto the stage March 4 as Youth Works presents the fun and timeless story about Wilbur, an endearing piglet, in grave danger of becoming bacon. His mysterious friend Charlotte, the wise and winsome spider, takes charge and demonstrates the true meaning friendship. “Charlotte’s Web” will be on stage March 4, through March 20.
Master Works rounds out the season with “Vanya and Sonya and Misha and Spike,” a Broadway sensation full of comic twists and turns. Winner of the
2013 Tony Award for Best Play, this is a comedy about adult sibling rivalry. Brother and sister, Vanya and Sonia have frittered their lives away in their family’s farmhouse, full of regret, angst and the alarmingly ambiguous prophecies of their housekeeper. Enter sister No. 2, Masha, a self-absorbed movie star and her ditsy, gorgeous, boy toy, Spike, and the stage is set for an absurd weekend of hilarity and global warming. “Vanya and Sonya and Misha and Spike” runs April 8, through April 24.
Youth Works closes the season with the world premiere of “Twilight’s Quest,” an original fantasy musical written by Theater Works Director of
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Greasepaint Youtheatre announces schedule
Greasepaint Youtheatre has a full schedule of performances beginning in September and running through May of next year. The season will take place at Stagebrush Theatre, 7020 E. Second St., Scottsdale. The curtain times for the shows are at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday and at 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets run from $12 to $17 and can be purchased by calling (480) 330-5918 or visiting www. greasepaint.org.
“Much Ado About Nothing” will show from Sept. 4 through Sept. 13. Come delight in William Shakespeare’s frolicking comedy about love and loyalty—and what happens when both are tested.
“Oliver” engages with its pathos and drama, while delighting everyone with its outstanding musical numbers.
“Heathers the Musical,” is from Feb. 19 through March 6. The 1980s best teen movie, “Heathers” is movie royalty, a very, very dark, razor sharp satire of high school life. Mature language and not for audience members under 18 years old.
“The Producers” hits the stage from Oct. 16 through Oct. 25. A scheming producer and his mousy accountant aim to produce the biggest flop on Broadway in this laugh-out-loud spectacle. Bialystock and Bloom: Those names should strike terror and hysteria in anyone familiar with Mel Brooks’ classic cult comedy film. Now as a big Broadway musical, “The Producers” once again sets the standard for modern, outrageous, in-your-face humor.
“Oliver” plays from Dec. 11 through Dec. 20. Based on the Dickens novel,
“Bare Bones Acting Company” shows from March 18 through March 20. The unique studentproduced program performs a showcase featuring the theme, Theatre for Social Justice. “Honk!” hits the stage from May 6 through May 15. Ugly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters. The other animals on the farm are quick to notice and point this out, despite his mother’s protective flapping. Feeling rather foul about himself, the little fowl finds himself on adventure of selfdiscovery all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry cat. Along the way Ugly meets a whole flock of unique characters and finds out being different is not a bad thing.
Art Intersection to hold workshop teaching gum bichromate
In this intensive two-day workshop, individuals will learn how to print in the 19th century photographic process of gum bichromate. Participants will use color separation negatives and learn how to make multi-layered, tri-color gum bichromate prints on watercolor paper.
After an emulsion of watercolor pigment, potassium dichromate and gum arabic are mixed, participants will brush this mixture on watercolor paper, let it dry and place a negative on top, exposing the surface to UV light. The prints are then developed in plain tap water. Layers are built by repeated coatings and careful registration of negatives until a full rich image is achieved.
The workshop will also explore onecoat, monochrome prints, made by using black and white negatives.
No prior experience with this type of printing is necessary, so join others for two days of fun.
The workshop is $295 for the public; $280 for friend and student members and $265 for patron and photographer members. The workshop will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13, at Art Intersection, 207 N. Gilbert Rd., Suite 201, Gilbert.
The making of digital negatives will be shown, but for the workshop itself, participants are asked to send three color images, 300 dpi at 10 inches on the long side, and one black and white at least five days prior to the workshop. An email with details will be provided upon registration. For more information, call (480) 361-1118 or email info@artintersection.com.
Education and Outreach Chris Hamby. “It’s about a youthful girl named Twilight who ventures into a strange land to solve a mysterious riddle,” said Hamby. “She encounters all kinds of mystical creatures—fairies, mermaids, gypsies and pirates. “Twilight’s Quest” will be on stage May 6 through May 22. Theater Works offers a special thanks to its season sponsor Judith Hardes and its many other supporters who keep the performing arts active in the West Valley.
Single performance tickets for
Theater Works 30th season will go on sale to the public on Wednesday, July 15. Master Works regular priced tickets are $36 and Youth Works regular priced tickets are $15 each, both prices include fees. Memberships offer substantial discounts on these prices. For more information or to buy tickets, call the Theater Works Box Office at (623) 815-7930 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or visit www.theaterworks.org.
Diana Bloomfield rinsing a gum print in her Raleigh studio. Submitted photo
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Entertainment set for July at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino
Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino brings great live entertainment to the Lounge, which offers state-of-the-art sound system, LED lighting effects, a dance floor and a large beverage menu.
Wednesdays in the Lounge:
• Silhouette from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 8. For all jazz, Motown and contemporary musical desires, Silhouette will keep the audience entertained through its vibrant and versatile style.
• Thaddeus Rose Band from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 15. The Thaddeus Rose Band provides high-energy entertainment for everyone with its lively renditions of music from every decade.
• Swingtips from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 22. This nostalgic pop act will have everyone in the audience dancing, singing and maybe even performing on stage during their entertainment variety show.
• Bandstand Shows from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 29. This performance will take patrons on a musical journey through some of the best decades of American pop music.
• The Lounge Happy Hour: The Lounge offers happy hour Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Flavor, Monday, July 6, Monday, July 20
• Karen & Pat, Tuesday, July 7, Tuesday, July 14, Tuesday, July 21, and Tuesday, July 28
Guests can enjoy live music from a variety of bands throughout the month of July at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino in Maricopa. Submitted photo
• The Walkens Duo, Wednesday, July 8, Wednesday, July 15, Wednesday, July 22, and Wednesday, July 29
• Stanley Serano Duo, Thursday July 9, Thursday, July 16, and Thursday, July 23
• Jay Allen, Monday, July 13
• John Eric Duo, Monday, July 27
Sundays in The Lounge include Paul Wells, July 5 and July 12; Karen & Pat, July 19 and Unique, July 26. Margarita Sundays—Poolside provides patrons with the opportunity to enjoy live music, great food and drink, all while relaxing poolside. Margarita Sundays are from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and include The Petty Breakers—Tom Petty Tribute July 5; Volcano July 12; Al Ortiz Trio July 19 and OneGunn Tribute to Bob Marley July 26. For a full listing of entertainment this month and for more information, contact Harrah’s Ak-Chin at (480) 802-5000 or visit www.harrahsakchin.com.
Sublime with Rome’s lead singer builds upon Nowell’s legacy
BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI
When Rome Ramirez initially heard the reggae-alternative rock band Sublime, he was inspired.
“They were my favorite band—still are,” said Ramirez, 27. “That was the very first band that ever got me into playing music. I was just a listener up to that point. Then I heard Sublime and I wanted a guitar and change the way I dressed.”
Little did he know that would lead into something more. After the death of lead singer Bradley Nowell, Ramirez joined Sublime after a series of chance meetings. Due to legal reasons, the band has been dubbed Sublime with Rome.
Ramirez has a heavy hand in Sublime V.2, having produced its album “Sirens,” due out on July 17—two days before the act hits The Pool at Talking Stick. “Sirens” kicks off with the title track, which is a collaboration with Dirty Heads.
“Personally, that’s my favorite song on the record,” he said. “I think it’s a very perfect song to showcase what the record is going to be like. It’s a concoction of everything.”
Ramirez originally penned the song for rapper Mickey Avalon, who opens for Sublime with Rome in Scottsdale. When it came time to work on Sublime with Rome’s new album, Ramirez switched gears, and Avalon gave him permission to use it on Sublime with Rome’s new album. Ramirez was so excited about the song that he named the collection after it.
“I ended up taking that one and reworking it with the guys,” he said. “I decided it would be a perfect song to have (Dirty Heads) hop on. I was in Texas at the time. My engineer
recorded over at my studio. When I had the track emailed to me, it was incredible. I popped it in and knew we had the title song.”
Ramirez said it’s now second nature to perform with Sublime with Rome. But he still can’t believe everything that has happened in his career.
“I played a festival in front of 80,000 people in Brazil,” he recalls. “It was televised throughout the whole country on basic cable—millions and millions of viewers.”
Was that a scary endeavor for Ramirez: No way.
“Eighty thousand people is not as scary as playing in front of eight. I’m weird like that.”
Sublime with Rome and Mickey Avalon, 8 p.m. Sunday, July 19, The Pool at Talking Stick, 9800 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale. Tickets are $45 and $100. For more information, call (800) 745-3000 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
Christina Fuoco-Karasinski is the executive editor of the SanTan Sun News. She can be reached at christina@santansun.com.
Sublime with Rome is celebrating the release of its new album, “Sirens.” Submitted photo
ON STAGE
Taylor Hicks, Saturday, July 4, HAC. Season Five American Idol winner, Hicks is bringing his take on southern soul, R&B, country and blues.
Daisy Train , Saturday, July 4, HAC. Come see some of Arizona’s best country talent that makes up Daisy Train as they perform hits from country music’s top artists of today including Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley, Jason Aldean and many more.
“Tarzan,” Thursday, July 9, through Saturday, Aug. 22, HCT. When a fatherdaughter team of scientists arrives to study the flora and fauna of the area, Tarzan learns for the first time that there are others like him in the world.
DSB Journey Tribute, Friday, July 10 and Saturday, July 11, HAC. DSB has been called the “next best thing” to Journey and captures the essence and quality of the iconic rock band.
Creedence Clearwater Revisited, Friday, July 10, WHP. Creedence Clearwater Revival headlined the Saturday night slot at the legendary Woodstock Music Festival.
Boz Scaggs, Saturday, July 11, WHP. Scaggs is a musical seeker and a man of sizeable talent as a singer, songwriter and guitarist.
The English Beat, Saturday, July 11, LW. The English Beat is well known for its unique mix of ska, pop, reggae, soul
and punk rock.
“An Evening of Old Time Radio,” Tuesday, July 14, through Saturday, July 18, SLCT. The theater’s summer show features “An Evening of Old Time Radio.”
Under the Sun Tour, Friday, July 17, WHP. Eve 6, Sugar Ray, Uncle Kracker and Better Than Ezra will perform.
Trejavu, Friday, July 17, HAC. These versatile musicians will keep the dance floor packed with a variety of Top 40 dance, rock, R&B, hip hop, Motown and more.
Aztex, Saturday, July 18, HAC. This fusion of R&B, Latin and rock is sure to impress as Aztex takes the stage.
One of These Nights, Sunday, July 19, WHP. One of These Nights is a tribute to the music of the Eagles.
The Walkens, Friday, July 24, HAC. Known for energy, professionalism and diversity, The Walkens are a go-to band for entertaining a crowd.
Quantrum, Saturday, July 25, HAC. Quantrum is an entertaining blend of R&B, funk, old school jazz and Top 40 music.
Shining Star, Friday, July 31, HAC. Shining Star brings experience paired with an extensive song list to make sure everyone has a good time.
Come Back Buddy, Friday, July 31, CCA. Come Back Buddy is a three-piece rock ‘n’ roll band inspired by the legendary Buddy Holly and the Crickets.
Rodney Carrington, Saturday, Aug. 8, WHP. Rodney Carrington is a comedian, actor, singer and songwriter.
Sugar Thieves, Friday, Aug. 14, CCA. The Sugar Thieves have a sultry blues roots foundation and powerhouse delta sound.
ON STAGE VENUE INDEX
CCA—Chandler Center for the Arts
250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler Tickets: (480) 782-2680, www.chandlercenter.org
HCT—Hale Center Theatre
50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert Tickets: (480) 497-1181, www.haletheatrearizona.com
LW—Livewire 7320 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale Tickets: (480) 970-1112 or www.Livewireaz.com
“American Idol Live!” Sunday, Aug. 16, MAC. The concert will give fans the opportunity to get up close and personal with the top five Idols from season 14.
Bowling for Soup, Monday, Sept. 21, LW. The Texas-based band Bowling for Soup is known for such hits as “Girl All the Bad Guys Want,” “Almost,” “High School Never Ends” and “1985.” It is touring with special guests Dolly Rots and Ivory Tribe.
MAC — Mesa Arts Center One E. Main St., Mesa Tickets: (480) 644-6500, www.mesaartscenter.com
SLCT—Sun Lakes Community Theatre
25630 S. Brentwood Dr., Sun Lakes Tickets: (480) 382-6290 or www.slctinfo.com
