A-Z Phoenix Entertainment

The visitor to Phoenix has a wide range of choices when it comes to entertainment - the arts are well represented, from dance to theatre to the symphony. Other choices include museums (see Attractions/Tours section) and sports events (see Recreation and Sports, as well as Golf sections).

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Arizona Theatre Company
With a season from September - May, the Southwest's leading professional theatre company (with a second location in Tucson) features a mix of drama, comedy, musicals and contemporary theatre.222 E. Monroe, Phoenix, AZ 85003. Call for information re admission and performance schedules.
(602) 256-6899

Herberger Theatre Center
With two stages, this theatre center offers an intimate setting for performances by the Arizona Theatre Company, ballet and others. 2222 E. Monroe Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004. (602) 254-7399.

Phoenix Symphony Hall
Home to both the Phoenix Symphony and the Arizona Opera Company, this hall is Phoenix's primary performance venue. 225 E. Adams Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004. (602) 495-1999. Call for performances and admission prices.

Rhythm Room
Lively small bar featuring blues, rockabilly, swing and retro bands. Full bar; cover on occasion. 1019 E. Indian School Road. (602) 265-4842.

Sanctuary
A multilevel nightclub with 5 rooms ranging from a Voodoo Lounge to a Martini Lounge, and 7 separate bars.7340 Shoeman Lane, Scottsdale. (408) 970-5000.

Scottsdale Center for the Arts
Located in the midst of downtown Scottsdale, this venue offers dance, theater, classical, jazz and world music, and also contains galleries which are open through intermission during performances. 7380 East 2nd Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85251. Call (408) 994-2787 for listings of current events.

Star Theater
Improvisational comedy performed by the Oxymoron Z Troupe. Reservations required. 7117 E. McDowell Road, Scottsdale. (480) 423-0120. >/p>