#2: Artists Across America Craft Beer & Art Show at The Grid, November 19
Artists from all over Arizona converge at arcade bar The Grid to show and sell their paintings, sculptures, mixed media works, jewelry, and more. Dancer and artist Lydia Wilts (formerly of Mystic Circus) will perform, in addition to musical acts including Phoenix metal band Discovery of an Afterlife, local hip-hop artist Monsieur Hiver, Mesa-based self-described “emo-revival” band Welcome to the Midwest, and Phoenix folk rocker Chris W. Michael. Free. Noon-8 p.m. November 19 at The Grid. Visit the event page here.
#3: Cirque Du Soleil’s “Toruk — The First Flight” at Talking Stick Resort Arena, November 16-20
Cirque Du Soleil’s latest way-over-the-big-top production was inspired by the blockbuster movie “Avatar,” and tells a similar story of an endangered magical land filled with strange and stunning creatures. The production dazzles with elaborate costumes, jaw-dropping settings, and an epic musical score. $39.75-$109.75. Visit website for show times. November 16-20 at Talking Stick Resort Arena. talkingstickresortarena.com
#4: New York Gypsy All Stars at Chandler Center for the Arts, November 19
This ensemble brings together musicians from all over the globe who now reside in the Big Apple. Its amalgamation of traditional gypsy, Latin, Indian, and Turkish music infused with funk and jazz has struck a chord with audiences nationwide. $28-$36. 7:30 p.m. November 19 at Chandler Center for the Arts. chandlercenterforthearts.com
#5: Gabriel Iglesias at Talking Stick Resort, November 20
There could be some busted guts and aching cheeks when comedian Gabriel Iglesias brings his “#Fluffy Breaks Even” tour to The Valley. $60-$200. 8 p.m. November 20 at Talking Stick Resort. talkingstickresort.com
