Tucson, AZ ---November at the Fox brings entertainment for kids of all ages. Along with a couple of stellar matinees as part of the KITT (Kids in the Theatre) program, a long walk down memory lane features the music of ABBA, The Beatles, Average White Band, Jim Croce, two early holiday shows with Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and the great Judy Collins and the laugh out loud comedy of Sheng Wang. Also not to be missed is the extraordinary artistry of the 360 ALLSTARS on their 10th world tour. For tickets to all shows visit foxtucson.com.
NOVEMBER SHOWS
Nov 2, 7:30pm – Croce Plays Croce 50th Anniversary Tour
After 50 years and more than 50 million records sold, Jim Croce’s legacy as an iconic singer/songwriter is firmly cemented. A.J. Croce, a Billboard charting singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and performer, returns this fall, bringing Jim’s classic songs to the stage with his “Croce Plays Croce 50th Anniversary Tour.” After 10 studio albums and 30 years of touring the world establishing his own career, in the early 2000’s, A.J. taught himself guitar and several of his father’s (Jim’s) classics. The fan response from dropping in a song or two like “Operator” in his own show was astounding and deeply emotional. He then debuted with a concert that celebrated the legacy of his father’s songs, stories and music; as well as his own. The show featured two generations of Croce music and many songs by other artists which connect father and son as performers. Throughout the past seven years, A.J. 's “Croce Plays Croce” tour has sold out performing arts centers across America. In 2022, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Jim’s breakthrough album, You Don’t Mess Around With Jim, A.J. honored the memory of his father with a fall tour featuring a seven piece ensemble and a multimedia production.
Nov 7, 10am - Around the Americas, with ¡Uno, Dos, Tres Andrés! School Matinee SOLD OUT
Engage your students in a musical learning adventure across the Americas! Christina and Andrés can’t find their friend Juana, and their only clue is that she’s somewhere in the Americas. Join Grammy and Latin Grammy Award-winning 123 Andrés in a concert across the continents, as students become active participants in a vibrant journey brought to life with colorful visuals. Andrés and Christina, both native Spanish speakers, seamlessly incorporate language to empower students to sing in both Spanish and English. As they dance along, students joyfully learn about geography, culture, and language in this high-energy adventure!
Nov 8, 7:30pm – Sheng Wang
Sheng Wang is a comedian, actor and writer originally from Houston, TX. His first Netflix special, Sweet & Juicy, was released in September 2022 and was produced and directed by Ali Wong. He was a featured stand-up on HBO’s “2 Dope Queens” special and also wrote for the ABC show “Fresh Off the Boat.” Sheng resides in Los Angeles and in his time off, he enjoys exploring botanical gardens and discovering new ways to snack.
Nov 13, 7:30pm – Vitamin String Quartet: The Music of Taylor Swift, Bridgerton, and Beyond
Long before Bridgerton broke the Netflix algorithm, Vitamin String Quartet (VSQ) had helped establish classical crossover as a genuine force in contemporary music. Fresh off high-profile placements in Seasons 1 and 2 of the aforementioned streaming smash, VSQ has “reached a mainstream, global audience” (Variety) and “charmed the world with their classical covers” (Nylon). The New York Observer wrote, “VSQ’s atmospheric hits have made classical versions of pop music cool.” On their latest tour, VSQ have created fresh arrangements of the cultural phenomenon that is Taylor Swift, performing spellbinding and innovative renditions of Swift’s music, alongside familiar hits from Billie Eilish, BTS, Bridgerton, The Weekend to Daft Punk. VSQ are one of the most popular string ensembles in the world with over 2 billion streams and seven albums charting on both Billboard Classical and Classical Crossover charts.
Nov 15, 7:30pm – 360 AllSTARS : BMX, basketball, breakdancing, acrobatics, drumming and more, the international smash hit returns!
A phenomenal physical performance exploring all forms of rotation, 360 ALLSTARS connects the street with the elite to deliver a supercharged urban circus. Boasting a stellar cast of World Champion and World Record holding artists and athletes, 360 ALLSTARS is a spectacular fusion of the extraordinary artistry that emerges from street culture. Add to this a stunning live soundtrack delivered by award winning musicians, coupled with spectacular video projections, 360 ALLSTARS is as aurally exciting as it is visually astounding.
A magnificent, colorful and astonishing expression of a generation that has reinvented the circus, 360 ALLSTARS is a revolutionary production that will leave you dizzy with excitement! Don’t miss this chance to catch 360 ALLSTARS as part of their 10-year anniversary World Tour.
Nov 16, 7:30pm - Direct from Sweden The Music of ABBA
“The music of ABBA” are no strangers to the incomparable sound and look of Sweden’s greatest music export with meticulous attention to costumes, make-up, musical arrangements, movements and the singing, nothing is left to chance. Dance, sing along and enjoy the hits such as Dancing Queen, Chiquitita, Waterloo, Mamma Mia, The Winner Takes it All, Fernando, SOS, Take a Chance, Money Money Money, Knowing Me Knowing You, Super Trouper, Gimme Gimme Gimme, Voulez-Vous and many more. With over 400 million records sold ABBA is Sweden’s biggest export ever! When the Musical “Mamma Mia” hit the American Stages in 2000 it became an instant classic and the ABBA tribute was born. ABBA is the greatest pop group of all time, only compared to Elvis and The Beatles. ABBA started in 1971 and ended as a group in 1982. Their music continues to be passed on from generation to generation and is loved by the whole world.
Nov 19, 9:30am and 11:45am -The Science of Pirates KITT Program (Grades K-5)
Prepare to Set Sail for STEAM Learning. “The Science of Pirates” is a swashbuckling, interactive show that weaves learning into riotous adventure. With eye-catching puppetry, zany props, clown theater, and boisterous full-audience participation, Pirate Professor Billy Bones pushes the boundaries of science and technology just like the seafarers of old. From simple machines to aerodynamics, he inspires and empowers students to see the STEM concepts that lie just beneath the surface of the high seas!
Nov 20, 7pm – La Cocina (The Kitchen) Presented by Cinema Tucson and Fox Tucson Theatre
(Alonso Ruizpalacios, Mexico/USA, 2024, 139 min. In English and Spanish with English subtitles)
The latest film by acclaimed Mexican director Alonso Ruizpalacios (Güeros, A Cop Movie) stars Oscar-nominated Rooney Mara and Ariel Award-winner Raúl Briones and is set in the heart of a bustling Times Square kitchen, where dreams and desperation collide as the back-of-house staff each chase the elusive American dream. When money goes missing from the till, the spotlight falls on Pedro, a passionate dreamer entangled in a tumultuous love affair with Julia, a waitress grappling with her own commitments. As tensions rise and shocking revelations unfold, the relentless pace of the kitchen threatens to shatter the hopes and aspirations of those who keep it running. It’s a high-stakes drama that explores the intersection of the personal ambition and systemic exploitation of undocumented immigrant workers within the pressure-cooker environment of a New York restaurant.
En Español:(Alonso Ruizpalacios, México/EE.UU, 2024, 139 min. En inglés y español con subtítulos en inglés) La más reciente película del aclamado director mexicano Alonso Ruizpalacios (Güeros, Una película de policías) es protagonizada por la actriz nominada al Óscar Rooney Mara y el ganador del Premio Ariel Raúl Briones. La historia se desarrolla en el corazón de una bulliciosa cocina de Times Square, donde los sueños y la desesperación chocan mientras el personal de la cocina persigue el esquivo sueño americano. Cuando desaparece el dinero de la caja, todas las miradas se dirigen a Pedro, un soñador apasionado envuelto en un tumultuoso romance con Julia, una mesera que lucha con sus propios compromisos. A medida que las tensiones aumentan y salen a la luz revelaciones impactantes, el ritmo implacable de la cocina amenaza con desmoronar las esperanzas y aspiraciones de aquellos que la mantienen en funcionamiento. Este es un drama de alto voltaje que explora la intersección entre la ambición personal y la explotación sistémica de los trabajadores inmigrantes indocumentados dentro del ambiente a presión de un restaurante en Nueva York.
Nov 21, 7:30pm - Average White Band
Average White Band, one of the soul and funk bands of all-time will bring their farewell tour to venues in 2024. The group will perform their biggest hits and fan favorites, such as US No.1 Pick Up the Pieces, Cut The Cake, Queen of My Soul, Walk On By, Schoolboy Crush, Let’s Go Round Again and so many more. Formed in London in 1972, the band – somewhat incongruously given their Scottish roots – took the influences of their R&B heroes such as Marvin Gaye, James Brown and Stevie Wonder, and Jazz greats Cannonball Adderley and The Crusaders, then developed their own authentic sound rapidly adopted by black audiences in the US, UK and worldwide. The group’s consistently accomplished songwriting helped them to achieve several Gold & Platinum-selling albums and multiple Grammy nominations with Atlantic Records.
Nov 22, 7:30pm - Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Holiday
Fun arrangements of classic holiday songs in Big Bad Voodoo Daddy style include Jingle Bells, Santa Claus Is Coming to Town, and Winter Wonderland. Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer is “Andrew’s Sisters” meets the blues, and the just as classic Heat Miser song transports listeners back to another beloved holiday special. The band rips through Chuck Berry’s Run, Run Rudolph, Lou Rawls’ Merry Christmas Baby, and slows things down for Elvis Presley’s Blue Christmas. Detours to New Orleans for Frosty the Snowman, and to the Caribbean for the Calypso A Party for Santa, keep things interesting. The band takes a moment to reflect on the beauty and spirituality of the holidays with their moving arrangement of We Three Kings.
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy has always made writing original music a priority, and the holidays are no exception. Rockabilly Christmas, Last Night (I Went Out With Santa Claus), Christmas Time in Tinsel Town, and the beautiful and reflective It Feels Like Christmas Time, are the band’s take on the many feelings of the holidays.
Nov 23, 7:30 – Judy Collins Holiday & Hits Tour
In her 50-plus years in music, Judy Collins has always exhibited impeccable taste in songcraft. On her landmark 1967 album, Wildflowers, she curated a stunning collection featuring originals alongside songs by not-yet household names such as Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen, and adventurous selections by Jacques Brel and Francesco Landini. Her discerning palette, and her literary gifts, have enabled her to evolve into a poetic, storyteller songwriter. Now, in her 6th decade as a singer and songwriter, Judy is experiencing a profound level of growth and prolific creativity.
Nov 30, 7:30pm – The Fab Four: USA Meets the Beatles!
If you want to experience the best Beatles tribute ever, you won’t want to miss The Fab Four-The Ultimate Tribute. The 2024 tour brings their all-new show to the stage, celebrating The Beatles’ first visit to the USA, with performances from the Ed Sullivan show and the Meet the Beatles album, as well as the Beatles’ greatest hits of every era. The Emmy Award Winning Fab Four is elevated far above every other Beatles Tribute due to their precise attention to detail. With uncanny, note-for-note live renditions of Beatles’ classics such as “Can’t Buy Me Love,” Yesterday,” “A Day in The Life,” “Twist And Shout,” “Here Comes The Sun,” and “Hey Jude”, the Fab Four will make you think you are watching the real thing. Their incredible stage performances include three costume changes representing every era of the Beatles ever-changing career, and this loving tribute to the Beatles has amazed audiences in countries around the world, including Japan, Australia, France, Hong Kong, The United Kingdom, Germany, Mexico and Brazil.
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