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Recent News
Technical supervisor mentors teen as show prepares for national tour
Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella will launch this year’s national tour from Anchorage and one lucky teen gets to see the magic behind the dazzling production and jaw-dropping transformations. {more}
1/2 off youth tickets for Family Night, Wednesday, Oct. 25
Wednesday, Oct. 25, is Family Night at Cinderella the Musical! Take advantage of half off youth tickets, and join us for an evening of special activities for all ages in the lobby before the show. {more}
Rock star performs Sept. 14 and 15 in the Atwood Concert Hall and Sept. 16 in Fairbanks
Legendary live performer Melissa Etheridge brings her raspy vocals and soulful songs to Alaska for the first time this September. The Grammy- and Oscar-winning musician became one of the most popular recording artists of the 90s with her confessional lyrics, signature voice and exuberant guitar playing. She opens Anchorage Concert Association’s 2017/2018 season with back-to-back performances Sept. 14-15 in the Atwood Concert Hall. {more}
Anchorage Concert Association tickets go on sale to general public Monday, Aug. 21
The dueling piano event Piano Battle has sold out shows in Europe, the U.S. and Asia – and is packing the house for their Jan. 26 show in Anchorage. In response to the demand for Piano Battle in Alaska, the Anchorage Concert Association has added a second, late-night set at 10 p.m. that evening. {more}
For every ticket to The Nutcracker purchased in July, ACA will give one to a family in need
Anchorage Concert Association’s presentation of The Nutcracker every Thanksgiving weekend is an annual tradition for many families, and this July, people have an opportunity to extend that tradition to others who may need a little help this holiday season. For every ticket to The Nutcracker purchased from July 10 (when tickets go on sale) to July 31, the Anchorage Concert Association will give away a ticket to someone who would love to see The Nutcracker but couldn’t otherwise be able to attend. {more}
Melissa Etheridge, Straight No Chaser and Pink Martini are among the more than 25 shows
The Anchorage Concert Association, the state’s largest arts and entertainment presenter, is bringing cult classics, YouTube sensations, a cappella masters and crowd favorites to Alaska for its 2017/2018 season. {more}
What is the storyteller's favorite thing about visiting Alaska?
Storyteller Garrison Keillor, coming to Anchorage for a show April 12, took the time to answer a few questions with the Anchorage Concert Association. {more}
The premier American circus performs April 7 to 8 in the Atwood Concert Hall
The Anchorage Concert Association invites Alaskans to marvel at daredevil antics, circus acrobatics, mechanical wonders, and a bit of clowning around with Cirque Mechanics Pedal Punk, coming to Anchorage April 7 through 8. {more}
Anchorage Concert Association adds 10 a.m. Saturday performance due to popular demand
Tickets to the matinee performances of the Broadway sensation “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” in Anchorage are selling fast. Anchorage Concert Association has now added a 10 a.m. Saturday performance, giving families and Belle-ievers of all ages an extra chance to experience live the classic story of Belle, a beautiful young woman in a provincial town, and her unlikely encounter with the Beast. {more}
Monty Python founder is ‘not dead yet’
Britain’s living legend of comedy John Cleese has written, produced, directed, and starred in a plethora of comedic hits, including the British sitcom “Fawlty Towers” and the film “A Fish Called Wanda,” for which he received an Oscar nomination for best screenplay. Now he’s hitting the road for a leisurely walk through his life and laughs with stop in Anchorage for two shows presented by the Anchorage Concert Association on Thursday, March 16. {more}
March 11 performance also features Anchorage artists Kat Moore and Momentum Dance Collective
The Portland Cello Project is no stranger to Alaska. In fact, this trip will mark the innovative string masters’ third visit to the 49th state after sold-out concerts in 2011 and 2014. On March 11 in the Atwood Concert Hall, Portland Cello Project will perform from their new album inspired by their time up here: “Songs for Alaska: Spring Breakup,” about both the seasonal transition “breakup” and the lovelorn variety. This one-of-a-kind performance also features Alaska artists, including Kat Moore of the Super Saturated Sugar Strings and Momentum Dance Collective. {more}
Billy Elliot the Musical opens Valentine’s Day in Anchorage
The Tony-award winning Broadway sensation Billy Elliot the Musical – the celebration of one boy’s journey to make his dreams come true – makes its Alaska debut Feb. 14-19 in the Atwood Concert Hall. Set in a small English town during the 1984 coal miner’s strike, the story follows Billy as he stumbles out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class, discovering a passion that takes him by surprise. {more}
The actor and singer will not perform in Anchorage this weekend due to illness
Unfortunately, Kristin Chenoweth’s concerts this weekend have been canceled due to illness. The Anchorage Concert Association is working to reschedule the shows for later this year. {more}
Versa-Style Dance Company visits high schools and a hip-hop summit and jam in Mountain View
The dancers of Versa-Style Dance Company are more than just fun to watch. They’re artists on a mission: to bring people together through dance. Presented by the Anchorage Concert Association, they have two performances at the Discovery Theatre this week and will work with local community groups, students and dancers. {more}
Now Casting!
Anchorage Concert Association and Plan B Entertainment are casting “Billy Elliot the Musical,” coming to Anchorage Feb. 14-19. Set in a northern English mining town against the background of the 1984 miners' strike, Billy Elliot is the celebration of one boy’s journey to make his dreams come true. Alaska performers will audition for roles in Billy’s ballet class. {more}
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