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With riveting rhythms and bold beats, “dRuMLINE LIVE” is the new attraction created by the team behind the hit movie “drumline.” The program brings the historically Black College and university marching band tradition to the theatrical stage for the very first time at 7 p.m. Sun., Jan. 20, 2013 at Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler.

This versatile group of musicians and dancers bring energy and athleticism to the marching band experience. Equally at home performing the hottest hip hop, R&B and classic Motown tunes, the group’s performances range from colorful, choreographed routines to heavy doses of drum riffs and cadences with the rousing sound of the great brass tradition. Tickets are $38 to $46. Visit chandlercenter.org.

by TEri CarniCElliWhether treating out-of-town visitors

to an inspirational holiday concert or taking the family to a humorous holiday show, there are plenty of offerings this month to tickle your “mistle-toes.” The SanTan Sun News compiled a list of holiday-themed entertainment options to make the selection process an easy one.

‘a Charlie brown Christmas’ Join the loveable Charlie Brown as he

sets out on a journey to find the right Christmas tree and discovers what the

true meaning of Christmas is all about in this live, Broadway-styled stage production on select dates in december at desert Springs Church, 19620 S. McQueen Rd., Chandler. Admission is free.

This 40-minute production is filled with all of your favorite “Peanuts” characters, plus a live jazz band playing original soundtrack music written by Vince Guaraldi.

Visit Facebook.com/dsc for a chance to win a VIP package including front row seats, back stage passes and front-of-the-line for autographs and pictures with the cast. Info: 480-726-0399.

‘White Christmas’This heartwarming Broadway adaptation

featuring 17 Irving Berlin songs comes to life via Copperstar Repertory Company at higley Center for the Performing Arts, 4132 E. Pecos Rd., Gilbert, dec. 21 through 29. Songs include “Blue Skies,” “I Love A Piano,” “how deep Is the Ocean” and the iconic title song “White Christmas.” Info: 480-279-7194, higleycenter.org.

nuts for ‘nutcracker’The Ahwatukee Foothills Nutcracker

Ballet brings this holiday classic to life with its 13th anniversary production of “The Nutcracker,” slated for dec. 21 and 22 at desert Vista high School, 16440 S. 32nd St., Phoenix. Join them for this magical event where dolls come to life, snow falls in the theatre, a Christmas tree grows through the ceiling and angels dance on clouds. Santa makes a special appearance at the Saturday matinee performance. Info: 480-706-6040 or afnutcracker.com.

Ballet Etudes presents its 26th anniversary production of “The Nutcracker” through dec. 4 at Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler.

Enjoy colorful and imaginative costumes paired with Tchaikovsky’s original score. Info: chandlercenter.org.

Chandler Symphony Orchestra teams up with Southwest youth Ballet for a production of the holiday classic on dec. 14 and 15 at higley Center for the

HIGH STEPPIN’: See the famed Historically Black College and University marching band tradition come to the theatrical stage in “DRUMLINE LIVE,” at Chandler Center for the Arts Sun., Jan. 20, 2013. Photo courtesy of the CCA

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PEANUT GALLERY: Join all your favorite “Peanuts” characters for Desert Springs Church’s production of “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Submitted photo

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Performing Arts, 4132 E. Pecos Rd., Gilbert. Info: 480-279-7194, higleycenter.org.

Ballet Arizona’s production of this annual holiday favorite returns to Phoenix Symphony hall, 75 N. 2nd St., Phoenix, dec. 7 through 24. Tchaikovsky’s score is played live by the Phoenix Symphony; youth dancers are from the School of Ballet Arizona. Info: 602-381-1096, balletaz.org.

‘a Christmas Carol’The Ahwatukee Children’s Theatre presents its 10th

anniversary edition of “A Christmas Carol,” dec. 8, 9 and 14 through 16 at 5051 E. Elliot Rd. in Phoenix. This musical, family friendly version features a cast comprised of local actors ages 5 to adult. Info: 480-705-9319 or azact.org.

hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave. in Gilbert, also stages a musical production of this holiday classic tale through dec. 24. due to the popularity of hale’s seasonal classic, two casts perform 34 productions in the span of less than four weeks. Info: 480-497-1181, haletheatrearizona.com.

Southwest Shakespeare Company offers this special holiday evening of greed, ghosts and second chances, through dec. 22 at Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa. Info: 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com.

Silver Star Playhouse, 5427 E. Brown Rd., Mesa, follows Scrooge’s transformation with “A Christmas Carol 2: A dickens of a Christmas,” through dec. 27. In this humorous story, a vengeful Bob Cratchit wants to repay Scrooge for the years of misery he suffered. Info: 480-325-6700, silverstarplayhouse.com.

‘a rockin’ royal Christmas’Students from Arizona Community Church perform at 6

p.m. Sun., dec. 2 in the ACC Worship Center, 9325 S. Rural Rd., Tempe. A very angry king herod hired an investigator named Sherlock Watson to find out why the wise men ignored his order and never returned to him to tell him where the baby king is. As a result of his investigation, Sherlock finds Jesus is indeed the king of kings and now he has some decisions to make. There is no charge for attendance, however a donated canned food item is requested for the ACC Food Pantry. Free-will offerings are appreciated. Info: 480-491-2210, ext. 204, or AZCC.org.

‘Cirque Dreams: Holidaze’An international cast of more than 30 artists perform

acrobatic feats dec. 4 and 5 at Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa. Experience gingerbread men flipping mid-air, toy soldiers marching on thin wires, snowmen daringly balancing, puppets dancing and reindeer soaring high above a landscape of holiday wonderment featuring gigantic gifts, colossal candy canes and 30-foot towering soldiers. Info: 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com.

‘and on Earth Peace’The Arizona Community Church AZ Chorale and Worship

Orchestra offers this Christmas musical 6 p.m. Sun., dec. 16 in the ACC Worship Center, 9325 S. Rural Rd., Tempe. Two thousand years ago, the climate in Israel is anything but peaceful. The power brokers will stop at nothing to maintain their control and influence over the people. But God has whispered his mysteries into the ears of the prophets, widows and old men. God is about to show the earth the way to peace, and it’s not what anyone expects. There is no charge for attendance. Info: 480-491-2210, ext. 204 or AZCC.org.

‘Junie b. in Jingle bells, batman smells!’A favorite children’s book character comes to life as

Childsplay offers this holiday favorite on weekends through dec. 23 in Tempe Center for the Arts Studio, 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe. The kids in Room One are gearing up for a celebration, but when Junie B. Jones draws tattletale May’s

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SWEET DANCE: Dancers from Dance Studio 111 at 4910 E. Chandler Blvd., Suite 111, perform in the Ahwatukee Foothills Nutcracker Ballet. Tickets are available at the studio. Photo courtesy of Dance Studio 111

SCROOGE SINGS: Michael Rubino stars as Scrooge, leading a large cast of characters in The Ahwatukee Children’s Theatre’s musical production of “A Christmas Carol.” Photo courtesy of ACT


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‘The best Christmas Pageant Ever’This holiday comedy based on the bestselling book is

presented by East Valley Children’s Theatre through dec. 9 at Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa.

A couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the herdman kids – probably the most inventively awful kids in history. Mayhem and fun collide when the herdmans meet the Christmas story head-on.

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‘a Winnie the Pooh Christmas Tail’Valley youth Theatre returns with this family holiday

favorite through dec. 23 at its facility at 807 N. 3rd St., Phoenix. Pooh, Piglet and the whole gang from the hundred-

Acre Wood help Eeyore learn about friendship and the spirit of giving. Info: 602-253-8188, vyt.com.

‘snow Queen’Center dance Ensemble presents this magical retelling of

hans Christian Andersen’s classic to music by Sergei Prokofiev dec. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 and 16 in herberger Theater’s Stage West, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix. The Snow Queen is successful in luring the young boy, kai, to her palace in the land of permafrost. he must be rescued by his best friend, Gerda. Info: 602-252-8497, herbergertheater.org.

Holiday tunesChandler Symphony Orchestra presents its “deck the

halls with CSO” Concert at 3 and 6 p.m. Sun., dec. 2 at Sun Lakes united Methodist Church, 9248 E. Riggs Rd., Sun Lakes. Enjoy the season’s best-loved music, featuring the Sun Lakes Chorale. Info: 480-895-8766.

Sun Lakes Chordaires Chorus showcases their signature a cappella style in barbershop harmony at the Cottonwood Country Club Christmas party at 7 p.m. Fri., dec. 7 at 25630 S. Brentwood dr. The group also performs 6 to 8 p.m. Sat., dec. 8 at Oakwood at diamond Lake’s luminaries Christmas caroling, 24218 S. Oakwood Blvd. Info: 503-307-1730 or 480-229-5412.

“donnie and Marie – Christmas in Arizona” brings the holiday tradition of the “Osmond Family Christmas” television specials to ASu Gammage, 1200 S. Forest Ave., Tempe, through dec. 2. With their show-stopping production numbers, the program features favorite holiday hits mixed with their trademark banter. Info: 480-965-3434, asugammage.com.

”holidays with Orpheus,” presented by the Orpheus Male Chorus of Phoenix, is set for 7:30 p.m. Tue., dec. 4 at Velda Rose united Methodist Church, 5540 E. Main St., Mesa. This year’s concert features traditional pieces such as “Angels We have

COLD QUEEN: Amber Robins stars as the Snow Queen in Center Dance Ensemble’s production of “The Snow Queen.” Photo by Tim Fuller

see Holiday Season page 66 WILD CHILD: East Valley Children’s Theatre actors starring as the Herdman kids include, clockwise from bottom left: Keaton Foreman as Ollie, Kelton Foreman as Ralph, Jordan Harb as LeRoy, Nicolas Williams as Claude, Calabria Pelletier as Gladys and Kendra Matthews as Imogene. Photo courtesy of EVCT

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Sonoran desert Chorale celebrates the season with the “Rejoice! hodie! Concert,” featuring Brass of the desert at 7:30 p.m. Sat., dec. 8 at First united Methodist Church, 15 E. First Ave., Mesa. This year’s festive fare includes the rousing “hodie!” by Z. Randall Stroope, traditional carols and a sing-along. Info: 480-305-4538, SonorandesertChorale.org.

“yuletide Musicale,” featuring the Phoenix Boys Choir, brings together new songs, traditional hymns and seasonal favorites, 5 p.m. Sun., dec. 16 at Chaparral Christian Church, 6451 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale.

The enactment of ‘Twas The Night Before Christmas is back complete with elves, reindeer and a sprinkling of new twists. Part of this musical holiday celebration includes Johann Sebastian Bach’s “Lobe den herrn,” a classical introduction to the holiday season. Info: 602-264-5328, ext. 21 or phoenixboyschoir.org.

dave koz and Friends Christmas 2012 takes the stage 7:30 p.m. Wed., dec. 19 in the Mesa Arts Center’s Ikeda Theater, 1 E. Main St., Mesa. Jazz saxophonist koz returns with a new lineup of guest stars performing Christmas favorites. Info: 480-644-6500 or MesaArtsCenter.com.

Victorian Christmas with John doan takes place 6 p.m. Sun., dec. 23 at higley Center for the Performing Arts (hCPA), 4132 E. Pecos Rd., Gilbert. A live version of the Emmy-

nominated Public Broadcasting television special that re-enacts what it might have been like to celebrate Christmas a century ago. Info: 480-279-7194, higleyarts.org.

Holiday comedies“A John Waters Christmas” is a one-man

show featuring Waters at 8 p.m. Sat., dec. 8 at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia G. Piper Theater, 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale. In this show, Waters cruises into town on his sleigh full of smut, spreading yuletide cheer and lunacy. Placing the “X” firmly in X-Mas, Waters shares some of his favorite holiday traditions. Not suitable for young children. Info: 480-499-TkTS (8587), scottsdaleperformingarts.org.

“Sister’s Christmas Catechism: The Mystery of the Magi’s Gold” returns dec. 18 through 23 at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia G. Piper Theater, 7830 E. 2nd St, Scottsdale. The show stars Patti hannon as Sister, the tart-tongued, ruler-wielding Catholic nun who teaches her students the

story of the Nativity and asks for their help to solve the greatest Christmas caper ever – who swiped the gold that those three wise men gave to baby Jesus?

Info: 480-499-TkTS (8587), scottsdaleperformingarts.org.

“My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish and I’m home for the holidays” tells the story of Steve, who is thrown together with all of his dysfunctional family members in a riotous celebration of the holiday season. Performances are dec. 19 through Jan. 20, 2013 in herberger Theater’s Stage West, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix. Info: 602-252-8497, herberger.org.

“Twist of the Magi” returns to 1947 for an authentic radio adaptation of O’henry’s classic tale, “Gift of the Magi,” but with a comic twist, through dec. 15 at 4848 E. Cactus Rd., Suite 406, Phoenix. Theatre Artists Studio’s production features a band of disgruntled actors, their reticent stage manager, the frantic sound effects technician, a whacky musical trio, a delinquent and inebriated Shakespearean prima donna, a jealous Italian femme fatale and a host of other hilarious characters. Info: 602-765-0120 or thestudiophx.org.

‘spirit of Christmas’hosted by Tom Booth, the “25th Annual

Spirit of Christmas” is an energetic variety show set for dec. 8, 9, 15 and 16 at Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler.

The show features a cast of more than 100 dancers, singing, a horse and carriage, special guest performers and a champion hoop dancer. Info: 480-782-2680, chandlercenter.org.

Teri Carnicelli has been a Valley journalist for more than 18 years. She can be reached at [email protected].

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TWISTED HOLIDAY: From left: Delores D’Amore stars as Mrs. Safronie, Heidi Haggerty hams it up as Della and Pamela Fields adds some spice to Mrs. Mandelbread in Theatre Artists Studio’s production of “Twist of the Magi.” Photo courtesy of Theatre Artists Studio

DEEP WATERS: Quirky film writer and director John Waters shares his wacky holiday stories and traditions in a one-man show Dec. 8 at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. Photo courtesy of the SCPA


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Travel in a hired coach with South East Valley Performing Arts League (PAL) members to several arts events this fall and winter including “Spirit of Christmas,” Sat., dec. 8 at Chandler Center for the Arts.

In addition, PAL members can enjoy Friday Mornings Coffee Classics at Phoenix Symphony hall.

PAL is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the performing arts by providing tickets and transportation to downtown Phoenix and East Valley events. Membership is $10 for one person, or $15 per couple. Additional sponsor-like memberships also are available from $25 to $500 or more. Show tickets are individually priced.

For more information about PAL, call Mary Scala at 480-802-9354 or visit sevpal.org.

The runner-up on Season Two of “American Idol,” Clay Aiken, performs an evening of holiday classics 7:30 p.m. Thu., dec. 20 in the Ovations LIVE! Showroom at Wild horse Pass hotel & Casino, 5040 W. Wild horse Pass Blvd. in Chandler.

Aiken’s “Joyful Noise 2012” tour highlights the holiday season with songs from popular holiday albums “Merry Christmas with Love” and “All Is Well: Songs for Christmas.”

doors open at 6:30pm. Tickets start at $45 and are available by calling 800-946-4452.

More than 400 fine artists and crafters sell their wares at the 2012 Fall Tempe Festival of the Arts through Sun., dec. 2 in the Mill Avenue district, from 3rd Street to university drive and from Myrtle to Ash avenues in downtown Tempe. The festival runs from 10 a.m. until dusk daily, and admission is free.

Peruse everything from original art and crafts to woodworking and ceramics, photography and wearable art to paintings and jewelry, as well as other traditional and nontraditional forms of visual arts.

Entertainment is ongoing on the Festival Stage, along with live street entertainment. There also is a kids Innovation Station, food vendors, wine and beer tasting, and more.

For detailed information go online at tempefestivalofthearts.com.

Avoid the lines at crowded shopping centers and do your holiday shopping outdoors during the Eighth Annual Mesa Arts Festival, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. dec. 8 and 9 on the Mesa Arts Center (MAC) campus, 1 E. Main St., Mesa.

The event features original works of art for sale by more than 70 juried artists, as well as three stages featuring continuous live entertainment. In addition, there will be artist demonstrations in glassblowing, blacksmithing, ceramics and more; children’s hands-on art activities; and a variety of culinary treats.

Admission is free. For more information, visit mesaartscenter.com.

rimes performsCelebrate the holidays with

Country superstar LeAnn Rimes 7:30 p.m. Sun., dec. 9 in the Ikeda Theater at MAC.

Selling more than 40 million albums, Rimes won two Grammy Awards, three Academy of Country Music Awards and 12 Billboard Music Awards. Rimes is the youngest recipient of a Grammy Award at the age of 15 and was the first country recording artist to win in the “Best

New Artist” category. Rimes has placed 42 singles on the Billboard hot Country Songs chart, 13 of which are top 10 hits.

Tickets start at $45. Contact Mesa Art Center’s Box Office at 480-644-6500 or online at mesaartscenter.com.

Clay AikenSWEET RIMES: Country singer and songwriter LeAnn Rimes performs at Mesa Arts Center on Dec. 9. Photo by Brian Higbee

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“The Last of the Red Hot Lovers,” through Jan. 13, 2013, DST – AC. Barney Cashman, a middle-aged married man, undergoes a lustful mid-life crisis and attempts to take part in a sexual revolution before it is too late. Cashman’s gentle nature leaves the crowd roaring with laughter at his efforts to seduce the women he manages to encounter.

“Shear Madness,” through Dec. 2, MAC – Piper. The Shear Madness hairstyling salon is scandalized by the wacky murder of its illustrious upstairs neighbor, and if the shop doesn’t get to the bottom of things soon, someone is going to die laughing. Tickets are $22-$25.

“Seussical Jr.” through Dec. 16, DST. This musical features an array of Dr. Seuss’ storybook stars including, Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination – Jojo.

Cirque du Soleil’s “Dralion,” through Dec. 2, USAC. Fusing the 3,000-year-old tradition of Chinese acrobatic arts with the multidisciplinary approach of Cirque du Soleil, Dralion, pronounced “Dra-lee-on,” draws its inspiration from Eastern philosophy and its never-ending quest for harmony between humans and nature.

Arizona Pastorela: Mission to Mars,” through Dec. 9, PT – LT. A multi-ethnic satire, presented by the New

Carpa Theatre Co., about the Hernandez family, who hears about the birth of Christ and decides to walk to Phoenix to catch the light rail to Bethlehem. On the way, Sheriff Joe’s posse goes to Mars seeking evidence President Obama is really an alien. Clint Eastwood is talking to chairs. Big Bird is talking to Clint Eastwood. Gov. Brewer is talking to headless immigrants. And more. Tickets are $8-$12.

Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel, SCPA – VGPT. Offering four concerts with commentary: Bach the Spellbinder Dec. 4; Claude Debussy: The Passionate Sensualist Jan. 15, 2013; The Greatness of Chopin Feb. 19, 2013; and Listen to the Dance! Waltzes, Marches, Polkas and Tangos

April 2, 2013.Warren Miller’s “Flow State,” 8 p.m. Wed., Dec.

5, SCPA – VGPT. The film connects audiences with inspiring mountains and sensational athletes from around the globe. Get tickets at warrenmiller.com.

Le Grandi Voci – The Three International Tenors, 7:30 p.m. Fri., Dec. 7, TCA. Featuring some of the most memorable songs ever written, including “Time To Say Goodbye,” “Ave Maria” and “Nessun dorma,” along with a special appearance from Korean soprano, Michele Oh. The show is comprised of multiple genres: opera, musical theatre and pop opera, or as it is sometimes called, “popera.”

The Romeros, Dec. 7, SCPA – VGPT. Known as “The Royal Family of the Guitar,” The Romeros will join the Spanish string ensemble Concerto Málaga for a festive night of holiday classics.

Adult Puppet Slam, 8 p.m. Dec. 7-8, GAPT. Bringing together cutting-edge puppeteers presenting new short works. Outrageous, moving, bawdy, controversial – expect the unexpected! For ages 18 and older.

“QC Glee,” 7 p.m. Sat., Dec. 8, QCPAC. It’s time to cast a show and the production team isn’t getting along. The director can’t make a decision, the costumer and choreographer aren’t speaking to one another and the stage manager doesn’t like anyone or anything! This “show within a show” puts the audience in the director’s chair as you go from auditions to a full-fledged musical production.

Leann Rimes, 7:30 p.m. Sun., Dec. 9, MAC – Ikeda.

Having sold over 40 million albums, Rimes has won two Grammy Awards, three Academy of Country Music Awards and 12 Billboard Music Awards.

“Trade Winds: From China with Love,” Dec. 12, SCPA-VGPT. Part of the Close Encounters with Music chamber series, led by cellist Yehuda Hanani.

Richard Nader’s 60’s Rock & Roll with The Association, Loving Spoonful and The Vogues, 8 p.m. Sat., Dec. 15, MAC-Ikeda. The evening will feature more than 20 1960’s Billboard Top 40 hits from bands that still include several of the original members. VIP tickets available.

“The Hit,” Dec. 29-Feb. 9, 2013, HCT. You’ll meet daft antique collectors, potential romantic partners and eastern European gangsters in this laugh-out-loud comedy of love, family and attempted assassination.

“Forever Plaid,” Jan. 8-Feb. 6, 2013, HCT. An affectionate homage to the close-harmony male singers of the 1950s. Monday & Tuesday evening performances.

Opera dell’Arte, 10:30 a.m. Wed., Jan. 9, 2013, KCC. This daytime music and lecture series delves into the history, story, value and behind-the-scenes details of each opera in Arizona Opera’s 2012-13 season. Free to the public with reservation.

New Directions Veterans Choir, 8 p.m. Fri., Jan. 18, 2013, CCA. An award-winning a cappella group that first gained notoriety on “America’s Got Talent.” They inspire audiences with their renditions of doo-wop, soul, traditional gospel and popular music.

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GAPT – Great AZ Puppet Theater302 W. Latham St., PhoenixInfo: 602-262-2050, azpuppets.orgHCT – Hale Centre Theatre50 W. Page Ave., GilbertBox office: 480-497-1181, haletheatrearizona.comKCC – Kerr Cultural Center6110 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale

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Tickets: 623-252-2772, newcarpa.orgQCPAC – Queen Creek Performing Arts Center22149 E. Ocotillo Rd., Queen CreekInfo: 480-987-7469, QCPAC.comSCPA – Scottsdale Center for the Performing ArtsVGPT – Virginia G. Piper Theater7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale

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