Grab a Seat for a Made-in-Country-Heaven Romance
Ring of Fire tells the story of the decades-long love affair between June Carter and her husband, Johnny Cash, a love that was stretched to the breaking point by Johnny’s addiction to pills. The spirited show includes top songs from The Man in Black’s catalog, including “I Walk the Line,” “I’ve Been Everywhere” and countless other recognizable tracks. The production is presented on an outdoor stage located just one block north of The Phoenix Theatre Company. The space accommodates approximately 250 guests, seated in pairs and distanced 6 feet in all directions. Through April 4. Central United Methodist Church, 1875 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com.
Find Your Dream Car at Glendale Car Show
Get your motor running as an estimated 1,200 classic and collector cars cross the auction block at Mecum Auctions, March 18-20. The high-energy event features everything from muscle cars and Corvettes, to ’50s classics, resto-mods, pickup trucks and more. Doors open at 8 a.m. daily. $20. State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale, drive.mecum.com/glendale-2021.
Raise Your Glass to the Arts
Party to support the arts at The Art of Mixing: Colors & Cocktails, a virtual fundraiser for Phoenix Center for the Arts. Participants receive a swag bag with all the ingredients to make a sunset-inspired cocktail with Dwayne Allen of The Breadfruit & Rum Bar, then stir their creativity with a colorful sunset watercolor activity with Valley artist Koryn Woodward Wasson. March 20, 5-6 p.m. For tickets, visit phoenixcenterforthearts.org/the-art-of-mixing. Kits can be picked up at the Phoenix Center for the Arts outdoor check-in table, 1202 N. Third St., Phoenix, from 5 to 7 p.m. March 18-19, and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 20.
Take in a Concert Under the Stars
Snuggle up on a couch, lounge chair or pouf – all arranged in socially distant seating pods – and enjoy the music of Lee Perrerira, a local singer/songwriter/guitarist who combines classic blues riffs with a soulfully textured vocal style. Known for his latest single, “Bonafide,” Perreira has opened for and sat in with blues legend Buddy Guy, and shared the stage with such artists as Foo Fighters, Gary Clark Jr., Train, The Fray and INXS. Savory and sweet gourmet snack boxes, wine and cocktails are available for purchase. Admission is free, first come, first served. March 19, 6 p.m. Vernadero Lawn at Royal Palms Resort and Spa, 5200 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, royalpalmshotel.com.
Chill Out at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
It’s your last chance to ice skate like no one is watching or sail down an ice slide at Winter at the Princess. Ax throwing, ice mazes, rock climbing, yard games, a Ferris wheel, children’s activities and a 6,000-square-foot outdoor rink are highlights, complemented by creative food and beverage items, live acoustic music, fire-pit tables, and s’mores. Through March 21, W-Th, Su, 5-10 p.m.; F-Sa, 5-11 p.m. Call for ticket prices. Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, 7575 E. Princess Dr., Scottsdale, 480-585-4848, scottsdaleprincess.com/winter-at-the-princess.
