Phoenix/ Arts & Culture
Published on May 01, 2019
Phoenix boasts a hot lineup of performing and visual arts events this weekPhoto: Eleleleven/Flickr

Looking to up your appreciation of the arts?

We've rounded up five artsy events around Phoenix this week that will scratch your cultural itch, from a ballet performance to a glassblowing class.

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Master Illusionist Ivan Amodei: 'Secrets and Illusions'

From the event description:

Amodei unveils his brand new show, "Secrets and Illusions," for the audience at Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix. Be whisked away to the mysterious, nighttime streets of Paris, where you’ll step inside the labyrinthine rooms of the Louvre Museum. There, Amodei will delve into the world’s most famous artworks to reveal life’s greatest mysteries. Astounding, inspiring and just plain entertaining, Ivan Amodei’s "Secrets and Illusions" will remind you why we love magic.

When: Thursday, May 2, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe St.
Price: $19.50 - $45
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

Ballet Arizona's 'All Balanchine'

From the event description:

George Balanchine, known as the father of American ballet, broke ground when he put his twist on traditional ballet standards and technique. Ballet Arizona's Artistic Director, Ib Andersen, will present three interpretations of Balanchine's work during "All Balanchine," including one never before performed by Ballet Arizona.

When: Thursday, May 2, 7 p.m.
Where: Symphony Hall, 75 N. Second St.
Price: $25
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

Up to 54 Percent Off Pottery Classes

From the Desert Dragon Pottery deal description:

This Groupon deal offers an introduction to pottery. Events begin with a 30-minute pottery wheel lesson, after which participants select a pot to decorate and glaze. Finished pieces will be available to pick up at a later date.

Where: Desert Dragon Pottery, 25037 N. 17th Ave. 
Price: $20 (50 percent discount off regular price); $37 (54 percent discount off regular price)
Click here for more details, and to nab this deal

Up to 51 Percent Off Glassblowing Classes at Circle 6 Studios

From the Circle 6 Studios deal description:

Students may craft and color their own blown-glass paperweight during introductory classes. During skill-based workshops, students focus on a single process, diving into one fundamental topic such as learning to apply color to a polished piece.

Where: Circle 6 Studios, 2040 E. Thomas Road, Encanto
Price: $37 (47 percent discount off regular price); $35 (50 percent discount off regular price). More deals available.
Click here for more details, and to nab this deal

Up to 62 Percent Off Fused-Glass Intro Workshop at Milkweed Arts

From the Milkweed Arts deal description:

Students will learn how to cut, design and fuse layers of glass together to create artistic and unique sets of glass items.

Where: Milkweed Arts, 1850 W. Mulberry Drive, Encanto
Price: $29 (55 percent discount off regular price); $58 (55 percent discount off regular price); $99 (62 percent discount off regular price)
Click here for more details, and to take advantage of this deal


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