One of our biggest yet, this season brings a vibrant mix of artists and genres to our stages. Every performance is a chance to experience something memorable. From bold new voices to crowd favorites, the season offers a wide range of performances from which to choose.

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Curate your own experience—choose the artists, genres, and dates that interest you most. Mix and match from TCA Presents, 48 LIVE, and Tempe Symphony Orchestra events.

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TCA Presents:  Acrobats of Cirque-tacular
Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm

Get ready to be amazed! The Acrobats of Cirque-tacular deliver one dazzling circus feat after another! These world-record holding acrobats have wowed audiences in over 70 countries with their jaw-dropping stunts, thrilling flips and high-flying fun.

48LIVE: Walt & Friends
Thursday, November 20, 2025 | 7:30 pm

Some voices define a place. Walt Richardson is one of them. Arizona legend. 

Walt brings folk, reggae, and the originals you love—plus friends for a night of music that feels like coming home. If you know, you know. New here? This is your invitation.
photo credit: Blushing Cactus

Tempe Symphony Orchestra: Fall Concert
Monday, November 24, 2025 | 7:30 pm

Now in its 48th season and led by Conductor Douglas Akey, the TSO presents four captivating concerts each year at Tempe Center for the Arts—showcasing a vibrant mix of classical favorites, modern works, and local talent.

Live from Laurel Canyon: 
The Music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young 
Sunday, November 30, 2025 | 7:00 pm

Step into the soundtrack of a generation. From soaring harmonies to unforgettable guitar riffs, Live from Laurel Canyon brings the legendary music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young to life on stage.

TCA Presents:  Bill Blagg | Family Magic
Sunday, December 6, 2025 | 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm

Renowned magician Bill Blagg transforms TCA into a world of illusion with his hit show Family Magic. Perfect for kids and grownups alike, it's an amazing adventure where objects come to life, others vanish before your eyes—and someone from the audience floats in mid-air!

48 LIVE: Holidays with Hahnna
Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 7:30 pm

Step into an evening of warmth and musical charm this holiday season. Join Hahnna for an evening of festive jazz and classic holiday cheer. Perfect for friends, families, and anyone looking to add a little sparkle to their season, this cabaret promises a night of joy, laughter, and jazzy holiday entertainment.

TCA Presents:  A Canadian Brass Christmas
Friday, December 12, 2025 | 7:30 pm

Known for their fabulous sound, playful wit, and over-the-top showmanship, Canadian Brass never fails to delight. They’ll deck the halls with bold, brassy takes on beloved holiday classics in ways you'll be sure to enjoy! As masters of concert presentations, their engaging stage presence and audience rapport have delighted audiences across the globe for four decades. 

TCA Presents:  SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK®
Celebrating the Holydays
Friday, December 19, 2025 | 7:30 pm

Step into a world of radiant harmony and soulful celebration with SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK®: Celebrating the Holydays. This extraordinary holiday concert transcends tradition, blending classic American spirituals and hymns with global music from the heart of Africa to the sacred lands of Israel.

48 LIVE:  The Sugar Thieves
Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 7:30 pm

The Sugar Thieves have been winning fans over worldwide with their high energy, soulful live shows since 2006. Over the years they have honed their brand of American roots music, creating a sound that is all their own. Freely moving between blues, country, folk, gospel, rock and roll, and elements of jazz, they honor the traditions that makes American music so great. From smoky dive bars to big festival stages, this band has what it takes to move people.

TCA Presents:  Citizen James - The Man Without a Country
Friday, February 6, 2026 | 7:30 pm

Before he became one of the most powerful voices of the Civil Rights Movement, James Baldwin was a 24-year-old, aspiring writer. In this captivating solo performance, James Alton channels Baldwin’s intellect, humor, vulnerability, and determination—bringing to life the passion that would define Baldwin’s legacy as one of the most fearless and prophetic writers of the 20th century.

Tempe Symphony Orchestra: Winter Concert
Monday, February 9, 2026 | 7:30 pm

Now in its 48th season and led by Conductor Douglas Akey, the TSO presents four captivating concerts each year at Tempe Center for the Arts—showcasing a vibrant mix of classical favorites, modern works, and local talent.

TCA Presents:  Charo
Friday, February 13, 2026 | 7:30 pm

The legendary Charo is bringing her unstoppable energy, iconic humor, and world-class guitar artistry to the stage for one unforgettable evening! From her famous “Cuchi Cuchi” catchphrase to her award-winning flamenco guitar skills, Charo has dazzled audiences around the world — and now she’s ready to light up Tempe with a show packed full of heart, humor, and pure joy.

48 LIVE:  Giovanni Kiyingi
Thursday, February 19, 2026 | 7:30 pm

Giovanni Kiyingi, the talented Ugandan folk singer songwriter and world music artist, captivates audiences worldwide with his extraordinary skills as a multi-instrumentalist. His mesmerizing performances and soulful vocals have earned him prestigious invitations to share the stage with renowned artists at major music festivals and cooperative events across Uganda and the globe. Enjoy his mastery of diverse instruments such as the local Ugandan Endingidi, Akogo, Adungu, Endere, Djembe, Embuutu, Calabash, Congas and more which set him apart in the music industry.

TCA Presents:  Cirque Kalabanté: Afrique en Cirque
Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 7:30 pm

Get ready to soar! Cirque Kalabanté’s Afrique En Cirque brings the vibrant spirit of West Africa to life with jaw-dropping acrobatics, electrifying Afro-Jazz rhythms and the infectious energy of traditional dance. Inspired by daily life in Guinea, this high-flying spectacle bursts with color, movement, and music — all performed live onstage.

48 LIVE:  Geno Ploeger
Thursday, March 19, 2026 | 7:30 pm

Prepare for an unforgettable evening of magic and wonder with Geno Ploeger. Pursuing magic since the young age of 5-years-old, Geno has accomplished higher feats than those twice his age. He is the reigning champion of the prestigious Close-Up competition with The International Brotherhood of Magicians and is an active member of the world-famous Magic Castle. Through his hilarious and interactive performance, Geno transforms magic into an immersive experience that transcends the ordinary and leaves audiences captivated.

TCA Presents:  Pilobolus
Friday, March 27, 2026 | 7:30 pm

Journey into the astonishing universe of Pilobolus’s Other Worlds Collection, traversing the landscape of the human experience with heart-stopping grace, acrobatic power, and breathtaking artistry. Explore the multitudes of the human condition as Pilobolus fuses sensuality, humor, and extraordinary physical prowess in a spellbinding performance.

Tempe Symphony Orchestra: Season Finale
Monday, March 30, 2026 | 7:30 pm

Now in its 48th season and led by Conductor Douglas Akey, the TSO presents four captivating concerts each year at Tempe Center for the Arts—showcasing a vibrant mix of classical favorites, modern works, and local talent.

TCA Presents:  Cowboy Beethoven
Friday, April 10, 2026 | 7:30 pm

Vintage Vibes with a Western Twist. Get ready to time-travel through sound as Mario Yñiguez and his Cowboy Beethoven little big band take the TCA stage with a genre-bending blend of cowboy charm, classical flair, and smooth cool jazz.

TCA Presents:  Meow Meow
Friday, April 17, 2026 | 7:00 pm & 9:00 pm

International siren and comedienne extraordinaire Meow Meow lands in Tempe with her deliciously unhinged mix of exquisite music, subversive cabaret, and glorious mayhem. From Berlin dives to Carnegie Hall, Meow Meow is a global sensation known for crowd-surfing, vocal brilliance and diva disasters that somehow go exactly as planned.

48 LIVE: RISO
Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 7:30 pm

From Tucson, Arizona, RISO's sweet vocals and dynamic instrumentals serve as a striking counterpart to gritty, beautifully honest, and captivating original songs. Rooted in the acoustic soundscapes of their respective childhoods, RISO embraces an old-time aesthetic that seems to emanate from the very bones of the earth yet incorporates pop flourishes and sometimes complex arrangements.

TCA Presents:  Doktor Kaboom!
Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm

Doktor Kaboom! blasts into action with a hilarious and high-energy journey through the scientific method and the wonders of physical science! Using comedy, curiosity, and (often successful) experiments, the good Doktor explores everything from pressure and force to chemical reactions and velocity—showing how science works in everyday life.

48 LIVE:  Jennifer Buljan
May 14, 2026 | 7:30 pm

This sound meditation experience combines Tibetan and crystal bowls to induce deep relaxation and facilitate healing. Led by Jennifer, the session begins with an short overview of sound's transformative power, followed by a brief guided breath and movement practice designed to enhance the effectiveness of the hour-long sound journey. Participants can expect to immerse themselves in soothing vibrations that promote mindfulness and inner peace.