The Unpredictable Arrives. Are You Ready?

For the 2026–2027 season, Tempe Center for the Arts pushes the boundaries of live entertainment. Experience an electrifying lineup of internationally celebrated dance companies, virtual reality adventures, powerhouse vocalists, immersive party environments, mesmerizing light spectacles and cutting-edge performances you’ve never witnessed before.

It’s global talent, daring creativity, and unforgettable days and nights out - all under one extraordinary roof. Let us mesmerize you. Delight you. Astonish you.

The Unpredictable starts here.

Le Patin Libre: Melt
Saturday, October 3, 2026 | 7:30 pm
Sunday, October 4, 2026 | 2 pm

In a post-apocalyptic world, two skaters survive on humor and love. Melt Blends figure skating virtuosity with contemporary dance in an intimate, surreal reflection on what truly matters in uncertain times.

 

The Filharmonic
Friday, October 16, 2026 | 7:30 pm

A Filipino-American a cappella group known for NBC’s The Sing-Off and viral appearances on The Late Late Show. Blending Hip Hop, pop, and R&B, they deliver high-energy performances on stages worldwide.

 

Orkesta Mendoza
Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 7:30 pm
 

Orkesta Mendoza brings an irresistible, energetic sound blending Latin rhythms with indie rock and brass. Led by Sergio Mendoza, this vibrant group delivers a bold, border-crossing musical experience you won’t want to miss.

 

Puppy Pals Live!
Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 6 pm

Get ready for a fun-filled, tail-wagging adventure! Puppy Pals LIVE is a lively, family-friendly show featuring adopted and rescued dogs performing impressive stunts and comedic routines. This crowd-favorite experience delivers nonstop action and laughter for audiences of all ages.

 

Swing Into The Holidays with Caity Gyorgy & Christian Wiggs
Friday, December 4, 2026 | 7:30 pm
 

Swing Into The Holidays is a festive evening of beloved holiday movie hits and classic carols, featuring Caity Gyorgy and Christian Wiggs. This family-friendly show invites audiences to sing along and celebrate the season in style.

 

The Adventures of Tortoise and Hare: The Next Gen
Saturday, January 23, 2027 | 7:30 pm
Sunday, January 24, 2027 | 2 pm

A fresh sequel to Aesop’s classic, this visually stunning production follows the next generation of the Tortoise and the Hare as they navigate a world of modern distractions. Featuring dynamic storytelling and music from classical to pop, the show brings new energy and heart to a timeless tale.

 

Versa-Style Dance Company
TRIBUTE: Guardians of Street Dance
Friday, February 19, 2027 | 7:30 pm
Saturday, February 20, 2027 | 7:30 pm

Experience Versa-Style’s 20-year journey through a dynamic celebration of West Coast Hip Hop and L.A.-born street dance styles, brought to life through powerful movement, music, and multimedia. Audiences are immersed in a living tribute honoring influential artists past and present who shaped global street dance culture.

 

Mrs Krishnan's Party
March 3 - 7, 2027

Dancing, drama, and a dash of Dahl, Mrs. Krishnan’s Party is a joyful, immersive production by New Zealand’s Indian Ink Theatre Company. This interactive experience invites audiences to become part of the celebration, blurring the line between performer and guest.

 Tickets and showtimes COMING SOON!

 

Empire at Sea Virtual Reality
March 12 - 20, 2027

An interactive augmented-reality drama experienced through AR headsets, where participants follow cinematic holograms and explore a futuristic city at sea on an interactive table. After a catastrophic event wipes out the mainland, stranded climate scientists must decide whether to welcome mysterious newcomers—testing their vision of survival, sustainability, and inclusion.

Empire at Sea is a Co-presentation with the ASU Gammage Beyond Series and co-commissioned by The Lincoln Center for the Arts and ASU Gammage.

 

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy: Four on the Floor
Saturday, May 1, 2027 | 7:30 pm

Internationally renowned Celtic fiddlers Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy return to the stage with an all-new show, joined by their two eldest children for a captivating night of musical magic.

 

NoGravity Theatre: Divine Comedy
May 7, 2027 | 7:30 pm
May 8, 2027 | 7:30 pm

A breathtaking, acrobatic reinterpretation of Dante’s Divine Comedy. Using Baroque illusions, flying, and vertical dance, performers defy gravity in a surreal vision of weightless souls and spiritual ascent.