Bassist, composer, arranger and bandleader John Clayton celebrates his mentor, legendary bassist Ray Brown. Clayton's career has included collaborations with artists ranging from Diana Krall and Paul McCartney to Whitney Houston, along with decades of work as a performer...
Trumpeter Jeremy Pelt has established himself as one of the leading voices of his generation, combining a deep grounding in the jazz tradition with an adventurous and distinctive musical voice. A prolific recording artist, Pelt has released more than two dozen albums as a leader.
The Nash Collective kicks off the anniversary weekend with two performances featuring Camille Thurman on vocals and saxophone, Ashlin Parker on trumpet, Clark Gibson on saxophone, Paul Bollenback on guitar, Rachel Eckroth on piano, Corcoran Holt on bass and Lewis Nash on drums.
Acclaimed alto saxophonist Vincent Herring leads Something Else, joined by Phoenix's own Lewis Nash, for two Saturday night performances. Herring has spent more than four decades performing with many of jazz's leading artists and is known for a hard-swinging sound rooted in the...
The weekend concludes with The Nash's Sunday night jam session led by Dr. Clark Gibson.
Phoenix-based pianist, composer and vocalist Rachel Eckroth opens the weekend with her trio. Eckroth's wide-ranging career has crossed jazz, pop and other musical genres, including work with artists such as St. Vincent.
Internationally recognized saxophonist, composer and educator Tia Fuller leads a masterclass during the day before joining the Rachel Eckroth Trio for Saturday night's performance. Fuller has performed with artists including Beyoncé and Esperanza Spalding and is a longtime...
The Rachel Eckroth Trio is joined by special guest, acclaimed saxophonist Tia Fuller, for an evening of jazz featuring bold improvisation, dynamic interplay and inspired musicianship.
Jazz Women's Weekend concludes with the Rachel Eckroth Trio hosting The Nash's Sunday night jam session, with female jazz students and musicians especially encouraged to participate.
Alto saxophonist Charles McPherson brings more than six decades of jazz history to The Nash. Known for his deeply rooted bebop sound and unmistakable musical voice, McPherson has performed with generations of jazz greats and continues to record and perform internationally.
Drummer Dave Potter's Retro Groove puts a jazz spin on the music of the 1980s, transforming familiar songs through inventive arrangements and improvisation. At The Nash, Potter is joined by acclaimed drummer and vibraphonist Jason Marsalis for a program that moves from jazz to...
Three extraordinary jazz musicians share The Nash stage in a rare collaboration led by legendary bassist Ron Carter, one of the most recorded bassists in jazz history. He is joined by acclaimed pianist Donald Vega and Phoenix's own Lewis Nash, one of the most respected drummers...
Acclaimed pianist and composer Renee Rosnes joins tenor saxophonist Nicole Glover for an evening showcasing two generations of leading jazz artists. Rosnes has performed with artists including Wayne Shorter, Joe Henderson and Bobby Hutcherson, while Glover has established...
Hammond B3 organist Pat Bianchi brings the rich tradition of jazz organ to The Nash with a sound steeped in blues, soul and hard-swinging jazz. A longtime collaborator with guitarist Pat Martino and saxophonist Lou Donaldson, Bianchi has established himself as one of today's...
Vibraphonist Nick Mancini pays tribute to the Modern Jazz Quartet, whose distinctive combination of jazz improvisation and classical influences made the ensemble one of the most enduring groups in jazz history.
The Nash Collective returns to celebrate the release of its new recording with two performances at the club that inspired the ensemble.
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA remains a terrific night of musical theatre. The score still moves and the touring production currently housed in Tempe’s Gammage Auditorium makes good on every ounce of spectacle its reputation promises.…
OTHER DESERT CITIES at Theatre Artists Studio: A bristling, emotionally powerful family drama, directed by Tom Koelbel and featuring a powerhouse cast.…
Black Theatre Troupe's THE EXONERATED is compelling and provocative. A production of real craft in service of real urgency: beautifully directed, powerfully acted, and unwilling to let its audience leave comfortable.…
HOCUS POCUSED is an excellent new show with chills and laughs!…
Phoenix Theatre Company’s production of MURDER FOR TWO is a vivacious comedy that audiences will love. This two-man musical left the entire audience laughing throughout the whole show. Between the great performances, amusing music, and colorful design, this show is a fun one to see.…
The 2018 Broadway musical THE PROM transforms what sounds like a groan-inducing premise into a sneakily moving musical; four self-absorbed Broadway actors descend on a small Indiana town to save a lesbian teenager and discover that becoming a decent human being requires more than finding the right c…
The songs by Alicia Keys are catchy, the dancing is electric, and the pacing is fast.…
This is a moving and passionate production with a beating heart.…
While the musical fails to rise above its familiar premise, director Clayton Phillips refuses to let the evening sag. He keeps the pacing brisk and draws fully committed performances from a cast that never stops believing in the story, even when the script gives them little to work with.…
MEGALODON is an exploration of the human mind. Ronin Theatre Collaborative’s production of Nicholas Walker Herbert’s new play breaks narrative norms.…
Nash Jazz Summer Camp offers an immersive week of jazz education from June 14 to June 20 at Arizona School for the Arts in downtown Phoenix. Led by acclaimed drummer Lewis Nash, the camp provides instrumentalists and vocalists aged 12 and up the chance to learn from a...
The Nash Collective makes its official debut on May 9 with two live performances that will also serve as the recording session for the ensemble's first album. The group features Hammond B3 organist Pat Bianchi, guitarist Paul Bollenback, trumpeter Ashlin Parker, Brice Winston on...
Leading Ladies: A Celebration of Women in Jazz honors the vital contributions of female jazz artists through a series of performances. The lineup includes acclaimed artists such as Jazzmeia Horn, CC + The Adelitas, and Lakecia Benjamin, who will showcase their talents at The...
Spotlight Sessions: The Nash Showcase Series takes center stage at The Nash, featuring a collection of prominent jazz artists and their unique interpretations. Highlights include performances by the Max Roach Centennial on November 16, 2024, and Houston Person with The Lewis...
The Nash celebrates its grand reopening from October 30 to November 3, 2024, after completing a $2.5 million renovation. The festivities coincide with the venue's 12th anniversary and will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony, guided tours of the new John Dawson Center for Jazz...
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Proof Temple of Music and Art (9/27-10/17) |
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EUREKA DAY Stray Cat Theatre (10/09-10/17) |
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WHISPERS IN THE DARK: STORIES BY EDGAR ALLAN POE Southwest Shakespeare Company (10/15-10/25) |
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Showcase: SHREK THE MUSICAL Musical Theatre Alliance of Arizona (11/07-11/07) |
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Dance Nation Valley Players (11/06-11/14) |
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Doja Cat Mortgage Matchup Center (10/29-10/29) |
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PRIDE & PREJUDICE Don Bluth Front Row Theatre (9/16-10/23) |
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Oy to the World: A Hanukkah Musical Revue ASU Kerr (11/29-11/30) |
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Oklahoma! Hale Centre Theatre Arizona (2/11-3/27) |
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The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical Valley Youth Theatre (10/09-10/25) |
