Past First Friday Live ’23-’24

October 6, 2023 | A crossover event with Arizona Opera’s Frankenstein and Valley Youth Theatre’s The Addams Family, this is the perfect way to kick off your spooky season! Featuring live music from The Ozzy Experience with Ozzy & Sharon Rebourne, premiering works from Dolls: A Murder Mystery – full premiere October 20 & 21 – presented by CaZo Dance Theatre, a tribute to Tina Turner featuring Charnay Locke as Tina, a tribute to Neil Diamond with Freddy G. as Neil, and live mask making art demo with Ed Kennefick. Grab a drink from our Spotlight Bar, stop by our Art Gallery to check out the new exhibits, and pop over to the kids’ section for fun art activities!

Featured Non-Profit Organizations:

• Aunt Rita’s Foundation
• CaZo Dance Theatre
• Valley Youth Theatre
• Arizona Opera

Art Gallery Opening Receptions:

• Feminine Presence by Nasim Nourian – Main Gallery
• Stranger Things II – Bob’s Spot Gallery

November 3, 2023 | Enjoy a cultural presentation by musicians Peter Torsiello and Liliana de León and Friends! “Calaveras Cantantes y Calacas Bailantes” (Singing Skulls and Dancing Skeletons)

The music of Peter Torsiello, Vincenzo Torsiello and Liliana de León of FLOR y PIEDRA brings an exciting interdisciplinary experience of their award winning songs. This performance will be a mix of traditional music, intercultural dance visions, conceptual poetry, spoken word moments, heel work, hand claps, castanets, fan and shawl work movements brought to life with emotive guitar sections, expressive vocals and percussive exclamations that bring an unforgettable experience of a celebration of life for all audiences. Beautiful and happy remembrances of time, togetherness and the journey of life filled with Color, Culture, and Love.

This FREE event will also include a Community Ofrenda altar, Live Art Demonstrations, access to the Spotlight Bar, and activities for children!

Featured Nonprofits:
• Arizona Latino Arts & Cultural Center
• St. Mary’s Food Bank
• South Mountain Community College
• Phoenix World Arts Collective

Art Gallery Opening Reception:

• Rainbow Exhibit – Main Art Gallery
• Autumn Exhibit – Bob’s Spot Art Gallery

December 1, 2023 | T’was a night of holiday fun and festivities on the Herberger Theater Pavilion! Featuring Live R&B Holiday music by the band ADRENALINE, excerpts from The Nutcracker by Convergence Ballet Company, and “T’was the Night Before Christmas” presented by Order Chaos Theater Company, featuring a sneak peek of their upcoming show Claus and Effect: A Holiday Cabaret. The evening will also include art activities for children, drinks at the Spotlight Bar and a free reception for the newest installment in the Herberger Theater Art Gallery!

Art Gallery Exhibits:

• Tiny Exhibit – Main Gallery
• Quotes Exhibit – Bob’s Spot Gallery

Featured Non-Profits:

• Backpacks for Kids Foundation
• Childsplay Theatre
• Convergence Ballet Company

We are also holding a food drive for St. Mary’s Food Bank. Please bring donations of nonperishable food (click here to see most needed items) and help us give back to our community!

January 5, 2024 | Kick off the New Year and join us for First Friday Live, hosted by the energetic and entertaining comedian, Lee Bradley! Featuring live music from DJ AKSHEN as he brings his turntable skills back to the Pavilion Stage! Plenty of fun for the whole family with a community live art project by Metropolitan Arts Institute and interactive art activities for the kids!

Art Gallery Openings:

• expressiveVISIONS Exhibit featuring Gary Vulcano – Main Gallery
• Featured Artists Exhibit – Bob’s Spot Gallery

We are also holding a food drive for St. Mary’s Food Bank. Please bring donations of nonperishable food (click here to see most needed items) and help us give back to our community!

February 2, 2024 | Join us for a night of Gospel music, where you will experience the talents of choirs, vocalists, and dancers from across the valley. The evening will also include live art demonstrations and art activities for children. While you are here, be sure to grab a drink at the Spotlight Bar and stop in to see the newest installations at our Art Gallery.

Art Gallery Openings:

• Birds, Bugs & Blooms
• A Perspective from Above

We are continuing our food drive for St. Mary’s Food Bank. Please bring donations of nonperishable food (click here to see most needed items) and help us give back to our community!

March 1, 2024 | A crossover event with the Mariachi & Folklórico Festival, immerse yourself in the captivating music and dance of the Mexican culture. Guests can anticipate live music, dance performances, art activities and face painting for kids, and more! Be sure to grab a drink from the Spotlight Bar and check out the newest installments in the Herberger Theater Art Gallery.

Art Gallery Openings:

• Water Exhibit
• Barrio Exhibit

We are continuing our food drive for St. Mary’s Food Bank. Please bring donations of nonperishable food (click here to see most needed items) and help us give back to our community!

April 5, 2024 | Enjoy all that Jazz with live music from Dennis Rowland, Diana Lee, and Greg Warner! With live performances from the Arizona Lindy Hop Society, and a live at demonstration by Mercedes Kim. A perfect evening out with the whole family, there will also be live art demonstrations, activities for kids, drinks at the Spotlight Bar, and more! Be sure to stop by and check out the latest installments in the Herberger Theater Art Gallery while you’re here.

Art Gallery Openings:

• O’Keeffe Exhibit
• Featured Artist Exhibit

We are continuing our food drive for St. Mary’s Food Bank. Please bring donations of nonperishable food (click here to see most needed items) and help us give back to our community!

May 3, 2024 | Experience the excitement of Herberger Theater Center’s presenting season in this crossover event with Mad Hatter the Musical! With live music, dance performances, and artist demonstrations, this is a party you won’t want to miss. Complete with drinks from the Spotlight Bar and fun activities for kids, it’s a perfect way to spend the evening with the whole family!

Featuring several Broadway music and dance performances:

• Spotlight Youth Theatre
• Theater Works
• Scottsdale Community College Show Choir
• Arizona Young Artists’ Competition Winners
• State 48 Theatre Company
• Places! Productions

Art Gallery Openings:

• Curiouser & Curiouser Exhibit
• A (Mad) Tea Party Exhibit

We are continuing our food drive for St. Mary’s Food Bank. Please bring donations of nonperishable food (click here to see most needed items) and help us give back to our community!