Fine & Performing Arts Events: January and Early February 2026

Welcome to the Spring 2026 semester at Paradise Valley Community College! This season is bursting with creativity, energy, and opportunities to dive into the arts. Whether you’re stepping into a studio, taking the stage, or supporting your peers from the audience, our fine arts program has an exciting lineup of events designed to spark inspiration, build connections, and create unforgettable experiences. We invite you to jump in, get involved, and make the most of everything our vibrant community has to offer.

Student Rock Bands Audition Form

All students interested in performing in one of the college's student rock bands or pop music ensembles should complete this form. Returning students will have the opportunity to continue in the same band from Fall 2025 or audition for a new band.

Genres: Rock, Metal, Pop, R&B, Funk, Indie, Singer/songwriter, etc

Auditions for student rock bands will be held on Tuesday, January 27th and Wednesday, January 28th.

Rock Bands will have performance opportunities at Pho Cao (3/28) , PVCC (4/23), and The 44 (5/10) this coming semester.


Classical, Jazz and World Music Ensembles Interest Form

All students interested in performing in one of our classical or world music ensembles are encouraged to complete our interest form. Auditions are not required to enroll in any of these ensembles, but may be requests for placement in sections. Music Ensemble performances will be held November 18-21 at PVCC.


PVCC International Film Festival

Wednesday, January 28th
Lion (Australia/India; 2016, PG-13, 115 minutes)

Center for the Performing Arts

6:30pm, Free Admission


Sign Up to audition for PVCC’s Spring Musical BETWEEN THE LINES

Auditions: February 2nd, 6:00pm-8:00pm | February 3rd, 4:00pm-6:00pm - M-East Building, Studio Theater

Callback Auditions: February 4th, 6:00pm-10:00pm - M-East Building, Studio Theater


PVCC International Film Festival

Wednesday, February 4th
Mellow Mud (Latvia; 2016, NR, 103 minutes)

Center for the Performing Arts

6:30pm, Free Admission


NERD FEST 2026 - Experimental Music & Arts Festival

Friday, February 6th - featuring musical performances by Union32, 7:00pm

Saturday, February 7th - featuring musical performances by NEXUS Wan, Gabby Isaac, and Organized Crime, 7:00pm

Additional activities for February 7th and ticket information will be available on Monday, January 26th online.


PVCC International Film Festival

Wednesday, February 11th
All Shall Be Well (Hong Kong; 2024, NR, 90 min.)

Center for the Performing Arts

6:30pm, Free Admission


Paradise Valley Community College

For additional information please visit us online:Web: paradisevalley.edu/cpa

Social Media: PVCCFineArts on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Twitch

Box Office: 602.787.7738Fine & Performing Arts Department: 607.787.6595

Email: boxoffice@paradisevalley.edu