AT THE MAC - MARCH 2012 CALENDAR

MAC PERFORMING LIVE SERIES

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE!          

Photographer

Brian Skerry

Monday, March 5, 7:30 p.m.

Ikeda Theater

Celebrated for his stunning portraits of our planet’s ocean, the award-winning photographer takes you through a spectacular presentation tied to his landmark book,

Ocean Soul.

PETER FRAMPTON 

Wednesday, March 7, 7:30 p.m.

Ikeda Theater - $45/$60

The three-hour show features a complete performance of Frampton Comes Alive! that the Montreal Gazette describes as “a highly-spirited and expertly-played

recreation of the live album.”

An Evening of Classic

LILY TOMLIN

Friday, March 9, 8 p.m.

Ikeda Theater - $30/$45/$60

One of America’s foremost comediennes continues to venture across an ever-widening range of media. Throughout her extraordinary entertainment career, Tomlin has received numerous awards including six Emmys and two Tonys.

DAVID BENOIT & BRIAN CULBERTSON

Piano 2 Piano

Saturday, March 10, 7:30 p.m.

Piper Theater - $41

Playing two acoustic grand pianos, Benoit and Culbertson join together for a completely unique pairing performing some of their best known compositions along with original music they’ve collaborated on, specifically for this project.

MISS ABIGAIL’S GUIDE TO

Dating, Mating & Marriage

Thu-Sun, March 15-18

Piper Theater - $35

The most sought-after relationship expert to the stars will teach you outrageously funny “how-to’s.” A "perfect date night" (NYTheatre.com) with "big laughs" (Associated Press).

TAYLOR’S IRISH CABARET

Friday, March 16, 8:00 p.m.

Ikeda Theater - $35

A celebration of Irish music, laughter, song and dance. Ireland’s greatest comedian, Noel V. Ginnity instantly sends audiences into fits of laughter with his brand of humor. A rollicking evening of fun with a cast of 24 from the Emerald Isle.

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE!          

Filmmaker/Journalist

Michael Davie

Wednesday, March 21, 7:30 p.m.

Ikeda Theater

Famous for pursuing the under-reported story, Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Michael Davie offers a personal look at his native Africa, a continent often

misrepresented in the media.

STRAIGHT NO CHASER

Thursday, March 22, 7:30 p.m.

Ikeda Theater - $37

In an era when so much pop music is the product of digital processing and vocal pro-tooling, Straight No Chaser is the real deal – the captivating sound of ten unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense…and with a sense of humor.

ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER

Saturday, March 24, 8 p.m.

Sunday, March 25, 3 p.m.

Ikeda Theater - $40/$50/$60

America’s cultural ambassador to the world continues bringing African-American

cultural expression and the American modern dance tradition to the world’s stages.

Don’t miss the performance that forever changed the perception of American dance.

***If you are interested in dance, don’t miss the opportunity to learn from the best. Alvin Ailey will be hosting workshops that are open to the public March 12-16.  Details available upon request.

BILL COSBY

Friday, March 30, 8 p.m.

Ikeda Theater - $45/$55/$65/$75

He’s dazzled generations of fans with his comedy routines captured on his iconic albums; in his best-selling books, such as Fatherhood, and the ground-breaking The Cosby Show. His comedy transcends age, gender, and cultural barriers. Don’t miss one of the most prolific comedians of all time.

MESA CONTEMPORARY ARTS (MCA) FALL EXHIBITIONS

Best of Arizona Watercolors Association

December 16 – April 8

Founded in 1960, the Arizona Watercolor Association (AWA) is comprised of artists and instructors, whose influence and prestige extends beyond our state’s boarders. Fueled by the energy of enthusiastic members, the AWA actively elevates the Fine Art of Watercolors to new heights and serves as an advocate, promoting this historical form of painting. This exhibition highlights some of the artistry of 35 local watercolorists.

Shadow Kansas

Jeff Falk

January 13 – May 6

Arizona artist Jeff Falk’s reflects on his experiences growing up in Kansas. Vintage toys and imagery associated with childhood have often manifested themselves in his work, and in this exhibition, Falk fully explores the “shadows” that remain in his memory.

33rd Annual Contemporary Crafts

January 27 – March 18

Highlighting the finest in contemporary crafts from across the country, Mesa Contemporary Arts’ Annual Contemporary Crafts exhibition has become a benchmark for innovation and quality. Artwork featured in this exhibition is representative of traditional craft mediums including ceramics, fibers, basketry, metals, wood, glass, jewelry, papermaking and book arts.

Unexpired Time

Barbara Smith

January 27 – March 18

An accumulation of things predestined to disappear or go unnoticed, Unexpired Time is an exhibition of photographs, video and commonplace objects that mark presence without identity.  Items such as parking meters, keys and coins are collected, translated or transformed to function as tools for measurement and elicit a reconsideration of everyday routines.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

Mesa Festival of Creativity

March 9-18 | FREE Event

Experience amazing and unique events, family activities, entertainment, food and more at this celebration of creativity and innovations. Spring Break has never been this exciting. If you visited or heard about AMOCOCO, Architects-of-Air’s incredible giant inflatable sculpture, which visited Mesa last March, you know you won’t want to miss MIRAZOZO!  Based on the same design principles, but with different shapes and patterns, MIRAZOZO is an incredible experience—for $5 only it is like walking inside a work of stained glass.

Mesa Arts and Culture Festival (MACFest)

March 10 & 17, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.  

Mesa Arts and Culture Festival (MACFest) is a free event featuring unique artist creations, music, and fun for the whole family in downtown Mesa.

ART STUDIOS

Registration for winter/spring Youth and Adult classes and workshops at Mesa Arts Center continues and will run thru May 2012.  Don’t forget about Spring Break Camp happening between March 12-16 for kids grades 1-7.  For more information about classes and workshops or camp call 480.644.6520 or check out the website at http://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/classes

MAC STORE 

The new Artists Cooperative Gallery at the Mesa Arts Center has been busy creating more-than-amazing art since opening its doors to the public in Sept 2011.  Building on a greater connection with the local community, the store is staffed by the same local artists who produce the broad range of fine mediums, from artisan glass and tapestry, to paintings and sculptures.  Visiting the store, you may easily find the perfect gift for someone or for your home.  Enjoy meeting a local artist during the scheduled in-store artist demonstrations.  For store hours call 480.644.6515. 

For featured artists and demonstration schedules, visit the website at http://www.mesaartscenter.com/store-buy-art-mesa-arts.html

Contact: Sarah Moran

Phone: 4800-644-6620

E-Mail: sarah.moran@mesaartscenter.com