This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for April 14-19.
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
Desert Design Week
April 16-23
Art and architecture come together in this 10-day celebration of creativity and innovative design. New this year: a Makers Market featuring local artists and artisans at Local Nomad. Check website for event schedule, locations and tickets, which will be released in mid-March. desertdesignweek.com
Chelsea Handler
April 17
The outspoken comedian and host of the Dear Chelsea podcast is stepping behind the mic once again to share her hilarious observations on life, love and friendship. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Ikeda Theater at Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa, 480-644-6500, mesaartscenter.com
Sesame Street Live!
April 16
Elmo and his friends may have moved to Netflix, but that doesn’t mean they don’t know how to have fun. Kids can see their favorite characters live in this exciting stage show that offers families fun, new ways to play together. 6:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
THEATRE & DRAMA
Diary of a Wimpy Kid the Musical
Through April 26
Jeff Kinney’s popular series of books about life in middle school gets the musical stage treatment. Check website for times and ticket prices. Valley Youth Theatre, 525 N. First St., Phoenix, vyt.com
Daddy Long Legs
Through May 3
This musical, based on the classic novel, tells the story of an orphan sent to college by a mysterious benefactor. The story is told through the letters she is required to send him once a month. Call for times and ticket prices. Hormel Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com
She Loves Me
Through May 9
This musical about pen pals was inspired by the same source material as the classic film The Shop Around the Corner. Check website for times and ticket prices. Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert, 480-497-0277, haletheatrearizona.com
Winnie the Pooh
Through April 19
The hilarious stories and misadventures of Pooh, Tigger, Piglet and Christopher Robin in the Hundred Acre Wood come to life through puppetry in this delightful show. Call for times. $15, adults; $10, children 12 and younger. Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W. Latham St., Phoenix, 602-262-2050, azpuppets.org
Ken Ludwig’s Treasure Island
Through April 25
The timeless book by Robert Louis Stevenson is adapted for the stage. It features adventure, intrigue and swashbuckling pirates. Check website for days and times. $32-$42. 8989 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale, 480-314-0841, donbluthfrontrowtheatre.com
Pretty Woman: The Musical
Through April 19
The hit 1990 comedy about an escort who finds love with a wealthy businessman gets the Broadway musical treatment, complete with songs co-written by Bryan Adams. Check website for times and ticket prices. Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Ln., Peoria, azbroadway.org
Drunk Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet
Through May 9
Even if you didn’t like reading Romeo and Juliet in high school, this performance might win you over. The concept is simple: One performer downs five shots of liquor and then hilariously takes the cast through the greatest love story ever written. Check website for times and ticket prices. The Rose Theatre, 455 N. Third St., Phoenix, drunkshakespeare.com
Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical
Through May 3
This musical follows the life of resilient singer Rosemary Clooney, starting with her life in Kentucky, to her battles with alcohol and depression, to her stunning comeback. Call for times and ticket prices. Judith Hardes Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com
CONCERTS & COMEDY
Bruno Mars
April 14-15
It’s been almost a decade since the “Just the Way You Are” singer headlined a tour. This time around, he’ll be doing it with his Silk Sonic collaborator – Anderson .Paak is opening as his alter ego, DJ Pee .Wee. 7 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale, 480-350-0911, statefarmstadium.com
Interpol
April 17
The moody alt-rockers behind the albums Antics and Turn on the Bright Lights will be coming to the Valley during their break between Coachella appearances. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. The Van Buren, 401 W. Van Buren St., Phoenix, 480-659-1641, livenation.com
Reggae Rise Up Arizona
April 17-19
Dirty Heads, De La Soul and Stephen Marley headline this celebration of rock, soul and reggae. Check website for ticket prices and schedule. Tempe Beach Park, 80 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe, reggaeriseup.com
SPORTS
Arizona Diamondbacks
Then the regular season rolls on April 17-19 vs. Toronto Blue Jays; April 21-23 vs. Chicago White Sox; and April 25-26 vs. San Diego Padres. Call for times and ticket prices. Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-514-8400, dbacks.com
Phoenix Rising F.C.
The pitch heats up when your Phoenix Rising take on the Colorado Springs Switchbacks F.C., April 25. Call for times and ticket prices. Phoenix Rising Stadium, 3801 E. Washington St., Phoenix, phxrisingfc.com
Arizona Rattlers
The Valley’s Indoor Football League Team (winners of the 2017 and 2024 IFL Championships and multiple ArenaBowl Championships) battles the Tulsa Oilers, April 25. Call for times and ticket prices. Desert Diamond Arena, 29400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale, 623-772-3200, desertdiamondarena.com
THINGS TO DO LOOK AHEAD
May 2
David Sedaris
Scottsdale Arts brings the master of the autobiographical essay to the Orpheum Theatre in Downtown Phoenix for a night of wit and humor. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Orpheum Theatre, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-262-7272. scottsdalearts.org
June 8
Rod Stewart
The “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?” singer is saying farewell with one last tour, and Richard Marx is coming along for the ride. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Mortgage Matchup Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, mortgagematchupcenter.com
June 26-27
Nate Bargatze
The “nicest guy in comedy” is also one of the most successful. Find out why when he comes to the Valley for two shows. 7 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Mortgage Matchup Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800. mortgagematchupcenter.com
About this guide
Calendar listings include public events and attractions from around the Valley and state. Confirm information before making plans by calling the listed phone number. Submissions must arrive at least 8-10 weeks prior to the month of publication/event. E-mail to: calendar.events@citieswestmedia.com; or mail to: PHOENIX magazine, 16100 N. 71st St., Ste. 170, Scottsdale, AZ 85254.
