End of Spring Semester Fine & Performing Arts Events

Christopher Scinto April 6, 2024

Join us in the Center for the Performing Arts for our End of Spring Semester Events

A Play by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett
Based upon "Anne Frank: the Diary of a Young Girl" newly adapted by Wendy Kesselman
Directed by Gary Zaro
Synopsis: In this transcendently powerful adaptation by Wendy Kesselman, Anne Frank emerges from history a living, lyrical, intensely gifted young girl, who confronts her rapidly changing life and the increasing horror of her time with astonishing honesty, wit, and determination. An impassioned drama about the lives of eight people hiding from the Nazis in a concealed storage attic, The Diary Of Anne Frank captures the claustrophobic realities of their daily existence—their fear, their hope, their laughter, their grief. Each day of these two dark years, Anne's voice shines through: "When I write I shake off all my cares. But I want to achieve more than that. I want to be useful and bring enjoyment to all people, even those I've never met. I want to go on living even after my death!" This is a new adaptation for a new generation.

April 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th: 7:00 pm, CPA Stage, $$$ Ticketed Event
April 14th and 21st: 2:00 pm, CPA Stage, $$$ Ticketed Event
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SUNDOWN - NORTHSTAR
High School Super Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament
Saturday, April 13th, 10am, KSC1000, Free

Izaac Robles, PVCC Art Student
**PVCC Juried Student Art Show**
Exhibit: April 19th – May 8th
Reception: Thursday, April 25th, 5:30 pm
(with Music Industry Studies Showcase at 7:00 pm)
FREE ADMISSION TO BOTH EVENTS

**Saturday, April 20th, 9:00am to 1:00pm, Free Admission**
Paradise Valley Community College is proud to partner with Mortenson for the thirteenth, bi-annual Festival of Tales -- a FREE community literacy event. Mortenson is a U.S.-based, top-25 builder, developer and engineering services provider and together we're inviting families to enjoy a full day of storytelling and cultural activities. It's an event that brings reading to life!
Children who participate receive free books and can participate in various activities including; demonstrations, vendors, arts and crafts, games, face painting, live music, food trucks and more!
“Festival of Tales is one of my favorite events here at PVCC,” said Meggin Kirk, education program director. “Not only does it help develop awareness and understanding for other cultures through storytelling, it often is the spark to ignite one's passion for learning.”
Since its inception in 2009, Festival of Tales has attracted more than 17,000 people from Maricopa County and more than 40,000 books have been given away to children and their families. In 2019, Festival of Tales was recognized with two distinguished awards from the Maricopa County Community College District, including the Diversity Advisory Council award and the Paul M. Pair Innovation of the Year award.

**AIA HIGH SCHOOL ESPORTS STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS**
Saturday, April 27th, 10:00 am, CPA Stage, FREE ADMISSION

**The Power of Movement | PVCC Spring 2024 Dance Collection**
**Friday, May 3rd and Saturday, May 4th, 7:00pm, CPA Stage, FREE**

PVCC Theatre Presents: The Diary of Anne Frank

Christopher Scinto April 6, 2024

**In this transcendently powerful adaptation...**
By Wendy Kesselman, Anne Frank emerges from history a living, lyrical, intensely gifted young girl, who confronts her rapidly changing life and the increasing horror of her time with astonishing honesty, wit, and determination. An impassioned drama about the lives of eight people hiding from the Nazis in a concealed storage attic, *THE* *DIARY OF ANNE FRANK* captures the claustrophobic realities of their daily existence—their fear, their hope, their laughter, their grief. Each day of these two dark years, Anne's voice shines through: "When I write I shake off all my cares. But I want to achieve more than that. I want to be useful and bring enjoyment to all people, even those I've never met. I want to go on living even after my death!" This is a new adaptation for a new generation.
A Play by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett
Based upon "Anne Frank: the Diary of a Young Girl" newly adapted by Wendy Kesselman
Directed by Gary Zaro

Center for the Performing Arts | Paradise Valley Community College
Performances: April 12, 13, 19, 20 at 7:00pm | April 14, 21 at 2:00pm
$15 adults; $13 seniors/staff/military; $8 students; $8 children 12 years and younger
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**Come to Opening Night to Learn More About Anne Frank**
Starting at **6:00pm in CPA115**, across the hall from the Main Stage Theatre, join us for an opening reception featuring a virtual exhibit from the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam to learn more about the real girl behind the character in our show.

Two Exciting Live Music Concerts at PVCC!

Christopher Scinto February 21, 2024

**Union32 Entertainment Presents: Local Music Showcase**
Saturday, February 24th, 12:00p-5:00p, Free
Center for the Performing Arts Outdoor Stage
Rock Star Hot Dogs Food Truck

Featuring performances by:
Wildflower Mind
Secondhand Obsession
602 Car Batteries
Villains of Time (debut performance/PVUSD students)
Take 7
Very Special Guests (debut performance/PVUSD students)

**A Musical Tribute to Women Who Rock**
March 1st at 7:00pm / March 2nd at 7:00pm / March 3rd at 2:00pm
Center for the Performing Arts Mainstage Theater
Join us in the Center for the Performing Arts for PVCC's next big Rock 'N' Roll showcase, ***A Musical Tribute to Women Who Rock,*** performed by the PVCC Faculty Rock Band, with special guest vocalist, musicians, and dancers.
I have **No Doubt** that you will **Feel The Earth Move** under your seat as PVCC's faculty rock band proves that **We Got The Beat.** These exciting and energetic performances will have you **Dust(y)** off your vinyl, Put Your Records On and sing your **Heart** out. It wouldn't be a bad idea right? to **Call Me** for details or to invite your **Mother (Mother)** to these fantastic shows. I know I have a **Bad Reputation** and I may be a Black Sheep, but **Would I Lie to You?** I **Respect** you all too much to play you the **(Love)Fool.**
**Purchase Tickets online here**

**College, please visit us online:**
Web: paradisevalley.edu/cpa
Social Media: PVCCFineArts on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Twitch
Box Office: 602.787.7738
Fine & Performing Arts Department: 607.787.6595
Email: boxoffice@paradisevalley.edu

Upcoming Fine & Performing Arts Events: February 2024

Christopher Scinto February 12, 2024

**INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL AT PVCC PRESENTS:**
Ashes in the Snow (NR; 2018, Lithuania, 98 minutes)
Wednesday, February 14th, 6:30 pm, CPA Stage, FREE ADMISSION

ART EXHIBIT #6: Visiting Artists Kimberly Curry-Pieper and Barbara Lee
Exhibit: February 12th – 25th
Reception: Thursday, February 15th, 5:30 pm, refreshments provided
FREE ADMISSION

**PVCC’S OFFICE OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND ENGAGEMENT Presents:**
**Janes Baldwin’s Film “I Am Not Your Negro”**
Thursday, February 15th, 7:00 pm, CPA Stage, FREE ADMISSION

Union32 Entertainment Presents:
LOCAL MUSIC SHOWCASE
Featuring performances by The Band Them, Second Hand Obsession, Take 7, Very Special Guest and More!
Saturday, February 24th
12:00pm-5:00pm • Free Admission
Paradise Valley Community College
Center for the Performing Arts Outdoor Stage
Lawn Seating • Folding Chairs Welcome
Food Truck • Concessions

Join us in the Center for the Performing Arts for PVCC's next big Rock 'N' Roll showcase, ***A Musical Tribute to Women Who Rock,*** performed by the PVCC Faculty Rock Band, with special guest vocalist, musicians, and dancers.
We have **No Doubt** that you will **Feel The Earth Move** under your seat as PVCC's faculty rock band proves that **We Got The Beat.** These exciting and energetic performances will have you **Dust(y)** off your vinyl, Put Your Records On and sing your **Heart** out. It wouldn't be a bad idea right? to **Call Me** for details or to invite your **Mother (Mother)** to these fantastic shows. We know we have a **Bad Reputation** and may be a Black Sheep, but **Would I Lie to You?** We **Respect** you all too much to play you the **(Love)Fool.**
Friday, March 1st at 7:00pm
Saturday, March 2nd at 7:00pm
Sunday, March 3rd at 2:00pm
Center for the Performing Arts
Click HERE to purchase tickets
Box Office open one hour prior to curtain | Doors open at 30-minutes prior to curtain
General Admission Seating | Advanced Online Ticket Purchase Recommended

**For information about Fine & Performing Arts at Paradise Valley Community College, please visit us online:**
Web: paradisevalley.edu/cpa
Social Media: PVCCFineArts on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Twitch
Box Office: 602.787.7738
Fine & Performing Arts Department: 607.787.6595
Email: boxoffice@paradisevalley.edu

Spring 2024 Fine Arts Season begins with 6 events in two weeks!

Christopher Scinto January 22, 2024

The Spring 2024 Fine & Performing Arts Season begins this week at Paradise Valley Community College. Please join us in the Center for the Performing Arts for our upcoming film festivals, music concerts, and special events!

**AUDITIONS FOR SPRING 2024 STUDENT ROCK BANDS:**

Jan 23rd & Jan 24th, 5:00pm-7:00pm | Jan 25th, 12:00pm-2:30pm
Complete the audition sign-up sheet to schedule a 10-minute audition

**INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL AT PVCC PRESENTS:**

A Regular Woman (NR; 2019, Germany, 90 minutes)
Wednesday, January 24th, 6:30 pm, CPA Stage, FREE ADMISSION

**PHOENIX SYNTHESIZER FESTIVAL:**

The 2024 Phoenix Synthesizer Festival brings together artists Lauren Sarah Hayes, Slender Loris (Keith Kelly, Tony Obr, Brett Reed), Pincushioned, (duo Barry Moon and Doug Nottingham), and Code Zero (Garth Paine). The groups will present their innovative approaches to improvisation, experimental sounds, and multimedia practices using the tools of voice, synths, acoustic instruments, self-built software, and video. The Phoenix Synthesizer Festival will include a workshop with the artists, a synthesizer "petting zoo", and an evening concert.
Saturday, January 27th, 7:00 pm, CPA Stage, $ Ticketed Event
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**INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL AT PVCC PRESENTS:**

Open Your Eyes (R; 1997, Spain, 119 minutes)
Wednesday, January 31st, 6:30 pm, CPA Stage, FREE ADMISSION

**PHANTASMAGORIA: A UNIVERSE FROM NOTHING**

Union32 (Keith Kelly, Adam Roberts, Brett Reed, and Ryan Anthony) are joined by Mitch Freedom (DJ and multi-instrumentalist David Maroney) for a night of music inspired by the eclectic record crates of Mitch Freedom shaped by new compositions from Union32. Utilizing turntables, electronics, and acoustic resources to create a cross-section of experimental, afro-cuban, techno, and improvised music.
Thursday, February 1st, 7:00 pm, CPA Stage, $ Ticketed Event
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**DESPERADO LGBTQ+ FILM FESTIVAL**

Visit the Desperado Film Festival website for full details
February 2nd, 3rd, 4th: Varied Times, CPA Stage, $ Ticketed Event
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Spring 2024 Fine & Performing Arts Convocation

Christopher Scinto January 15, 2024

**Visual & Performing Arts Spring Convocation**
**Wednesday, January 17th, Center for the Performing Arts (CPA)**
**6:30p - Pizza and Snacks | 7:00p - Convocation Program**
PVCC's Division of Fine & Performing Arts will hold its Spring 2024 Visual & Performing Arts Convocation on **Wednesday, January 17th at 7:00pm** in the Center for the Performing Arts (*with pizza and snacks at 6:30p*). We are encouraging all fine arts students, both new and returning, to attend and learn about new and exciting classes, workshops, and performance opportunities that we have scheduled for the spring semester. Plus free pizza, games and prizes!!!!
If you are able to join us, please complete our convocation reservation form so that we can provide enough pizza and snacks for everyone!

December Fine & Performing Arts Events at PVCC

Christopher Scinto November 25, 2023

**PVCC FALL DANCE COLLECTION - Kinetic Expressions 2023**
Friday, December 1st, 7:00 pm, CPA Stage, FREE ADMISSION
Saturday, December 2nd, 7:00 pm, CPA Stage, FREE ADMISSION
The PVCC Dance Program Presents **Kinetic Expressions 2023**, a dance concert featuring the choreographic work of students, faculty and guest artists. Be inspired by the creativity, innovation and artistry of the PVCC Dance Program. The concert will include Ballet, Modern Dance, Belly Dance, Hip Hop, Tap and Ballroom Dance.

**FESTIVAL OF TALES**
Saturday, December 2nd, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, PVCC Campus, FREE ADMISSION

**PVCC FALL STUDENT ART EXHIBIT - Opening Reception, December 5th at 6:00pm**
Center for the Performing Arts Lobby/Art Gallery
November 29th - December 14th, FREE ADMISSION
The PVCC Fall Student Art Exhibit features artwork from several Fall 2023 Art classes including drawing, painting, design, ceramics, life drawing, photography and digital art.

**PVCC CLASSICAL ENSEMBLES CONCERT**
Tuesday, December 5th, 7:00 pm, CPA Stage, FREE ADMISSION
Featuring performances by:
PVCC Community Chorus, directed by Jeanette Winzeler
PVCC Flue Ensemble, directed by Dr. Lee Chivers
PVCC Brazilian Jazz Ensemble, directed by Michael Ferraro

**PVCC JAZZ ENSEMBLES CONCERT**
Wednesday, December 6th, 7:00 pm, CPA Stage, FREE ADMISSION
Featuring performances by:
Phoenix Conservatory of Music Jazz Ensemble, directed by Kate Vincent
Funky/Soul Jazz Combo, directed by Dr. Keith Kelly
Union Jazz Institute Jazz Combo, directed by Dr. Keith Kelly
Wednesday Night Jazz Combo, directed by Vincent Thiefain
Composers/Improvisors Big Band, directed by Dr. Keith Kelly

MUSIC INDUSTRY STUDIES FALL 2023 SHOWCASE CONCERT
Thursday, December 7th, 7:00 pm, CPA Stage, FREE ADMISSION

Featuring performances by PVCC's six student rock bands, and presenting student projects from classes in songwriting, electronic music, audio mixing, studio recording, music production, and sound design.