This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for April 29-May 5.
Calendar listings include public events and attractions from around the Valley and state. Confirm information before making plans by calling the listed phone number, or check each website for last minute confirmation or cancellations. E-mail calendar.events@citieswestmedia.com to submit events for consideration.
SPECIAL EVENTS
May 4
The Stella Artois Derby DayClub: Presented by Sanderson Lincoln
It’s that time of year when we put on our Derby best, sip a mint julep and watch the most exciting two minutes in sports. The Derby DayClub event is the next best thing to being at Churchill Downs on race day, with live racing and betting, refreshing cocktails, and some of the best food trucks in the Valley. Get your tickets early, as this event typically sells out! Doors open at 10:45 a.m. Individual tickets start at $45. Turf Paradise, 1501 W. Bell Rd., Phoenix, 480-423-1414, thepoloparty.com/derby
May 4
Bill Maher
The outspoken comedian and podcaster will discuss thorny issues such as cancel culture and immigration for a show he’s dubbing the WTF Show. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
May 4
Celeste Barber
The Australian Queen of Comedy returns to the States for her Backup Dancer tour. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Orpheum Theatre, 203 W. Adams St., Phoenix, 480-499-8587, orpheumphx.com
May 4
Kentucky Derby Lawn Party
A delectable Southern-style brunch menu awaits guests, along with coverage of the 149th “Run for the Roses.” Attendees can also participate in fashion contests and lawn games. 1–5 p.m., $189, Michael Mina’s Bourbon Steak at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, 7575 E. Princess Dr., Scottsdale, 480-585-4848, scottsdaleprincess.com
Phoenix Art Museum
May 1-June 30
2023 Arizona Artist Awards, through May 12; William Herbert “Buck” Dunton: A Mainer Goes West, through June 30; Barbie®: A Cultural Icon, through July 7; The Power of Pink, through July 7; Princely States of the Punjab: Sikh Art and History, through Aug. 11; and Laura Aguilar: Nudes in Nature, through Jan. 5, 2025. Call for times and ticket prices. 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-257-1880, phxart.org
14th Annual Fitz’s Supper Club Fundraiser
April 29
Even though he’s no longer on the field with the Cardinals, Larry Fitzgerald continues to support Arizona through the Larry Fitzgerald Foundation, which works to fight breast cancer and provide K-12 educational resources in underserved communities. To raise funds for these causes, you can enjoy dinner and entertainment with the former wide receiver while supporting a good cause. Check website for time and ticket prices. Dominick’s Steakhouse, 15169 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, thelarryfitzgeraldfoundation.org
CONCERTS
May 1
I Think You Should Leave Live with Tim Robinson and Zach Kanin
The Netflix comedy sketch show that introduced sloppy steaks and the Baby of the Year Pageant comes to life on stage with the help of its hilarious creators. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
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SPORTS
Arizona Diamondbacks
The baseball season is in full swing as the D-backs take on the Los Angeles Dodgers April 29 to May 1; San Diego Padres, May 3-5; Cincinnati Reds, May 13-15; Detroit Tigers, May 17-19; Miami Marlins, May 24-26; San Francisco Giants, June 3-5; Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, June 11-13; Chicago White Sox, June 14-16; Minnesota Twins, June 25-27; and Oakland A’s, June 28-30. Call for times and ticket prices. Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-514-8400, dbacks.com
Phoenix Rising F.C.
The 2023 USL Champions will hit the pitch to battle the Sacramento Republic F.C., May 4; Miami F.C., May 18; Orange County S.C., June 8; and Charleston Battery, June 22. Call for times and ticket prices. Phoenix Rising Soccer Stadium, 3801 E. Washington St., Phoenix, phxrisingfc.com
THEATRE & DRAMA
May 2-5
All Balanchine
George Balanchine is considered by many to have given life to ballet in America. Ballet Arizona pays tribute to the choreographer by staging three of his ballets. Check website for times. $35-$169, Symphony Hall, 75 N. Second St. Phoenix, 602-381-1096, balletaz.org
May 4
Kim Etiquette
You may recognize the drag queen’s name from when she took home PHOENIX magazine’s Best of the Valley award for Best Drag Queen last year. Now’s your chance to see why in this show, titled The Proper Bitch, a crash course in manners, customs and courtesies that promise to take you from a debutante to a socialite. Check website for showtimes. $40, Garden Bar Phoenix, 822 N. Sixth Ave., Phoenix, yesandproductions.org
Jack and the Beanstalk
Now through May 12
Jack buys some magic beans, which causes things to grow out of control. Throw a giant into the mix and you’ve got a show sprouting with fun. Call for times. $15, adults; $8, children 12 and younger. Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W. Latham St., Phoenix, 602-262-2050, azpuppets.org
What the Constitution Means to Me
Now through June 16
Heidi Schreck debated the Constitution in high school to win money for college, but her own feelings about the document containing our country’s rights and laws change as she becomes an adult in this powerful play. Call for times and ticket prices. Judith Hardes Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com
Titanic: The Musical
Now through May 11
Not to be confused with the movie of the same name, this award-winning musical chronicles the doomed maiden voyage of the titular ship. Check website for days and times. $32-$55. Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert, 480-497-0277, haletheatrearizona.com
Through May 21
Kiss and Tell
When the parents of two teenage girls start arguing about their interest in the opposite sex, it causes hilarious headaches in this 1940s romp. Check website for days and times. $32-$48. Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert, 480-497-0277, haletheatrearizona.com
May 1-19
Mad Hatter the Musical
Discover how the crazy character found himself in Wonderland when this musical makes its world premiere in Phoenix. Check website for times and ticket prices. The Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix, herbergertheater.org
May 1-June 30
Drunk Shakespeare
If you didn’t like Shakespeare in high school, then this is the event for you. The concept is simple: one performer downs five shots of liquor and takes the cast through a play by the Bard in 90 minutes. Check website for times and ticket prices. The Rose Theatre, 455 N. Third St., Phoenix, drunkshakespeare.com
THINGS TO DO LOOK AHEAD
The Rolling Stones
May 7
More than 60 years after the band’s inception, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood continue defying the odds and are hitting the road again, this time to support their excellent new album, Hackney Diamonds. Ironically, their latest tour is sponsored by AARP. 7 p.m., $93-$443, State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale, 602-379-0102, rollingstones.com
David Sedaris
May 10
Chances are you’ve heard the hilarious essayist on NPR, but seeing him live is a wildly different (and uproarious) experience. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Orpheum Theatre, 203 W. Adams St., Phoenix, 480-499-8587, scottsdaleperformingarts.org
July 9
Jennifer Lopez
A lot has happened to J-Lo since she released her last album. Catch up with the pop star when she comes to the Valley for her This Is Me…Now tour. 8 p.m., $49.95-$499.95, Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, footprintcenter.com
July 20
WNBA All-Star Game
The USA Basketball Women’s National Team will take on the league’s all-stars in a game celebrating the best the sport has to offer. 5:30 p.m. Call for ticket prices. Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, wnba.com
August 17
Best Fest
The pages of PHOENIX magazine’s Best of the Valley issue come to life at the annual celebration of all things awesome and local. A portion of proceeds will benefit the Arizona Humane Society. $45-$65, 6-10 p.m., The Duce, 525 S. Central Ave., Phoenix, azbestfest.com
