If you are a fan of theater, then you just might want to take a look at some of these plays and festivals. These popular live theater events are near Scottsdale, AZ, and are happening right now in fall 2018!

West Side Story

A Romeo & Juliet type story set in the streets of New York City. Two young lovers deal with the rivalry between different gangs and their expectations in the late 1950s. See this musical in Phoenix, AZ at the Phoenix Theatre. Showtimes: Thursday 10/11 & Friday 10/12 at 7:30, Saturday 10/13 & Sunday 10/14 at 2pm and 7:30pm.

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

The struggle between two alter egos of a man in Victorian London leads to devastating consequences. Based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s novella. See this play in Peoria, AZ at the Theater Works at Peoria Center for the Performing Arts. Showtimes: Fridays & Saturdays starting 10/12-10/27 at 7:30pm-9:30pm. Sundays starting 10/14-10/28 from 2pm-4pm.

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PoeFest

Check out the celebration of renowned author Edgar Allen Poe. Enjoy a student writing completion, performances of Poe’s work, and a raffle, among other things. Go to this celebration in Phoenix, AZ at the Hotel San Carlos. Showtimes: Fridays & Saturdays starting 10/12-10/20 at 7:30pm, Sundays starting 10/14-10/21 at 2pm.

Rabbit Hole

This drama tells a painfully honest tale of a family's grief, humanity, and kindness that will pull on your heartstrings. See this play in Scottsdale, AZ at the Theatre Artists Studio. Showtimes: Fridays & Saturdays from 10/12-10/20 at 7:30pm, Sundays from 10/14-10/21 at 2pm. Whether you like the dark tales of Edgar Allen Poe, the romantic tragedy of West Side Story, or the human struggles of Rabbit Hole and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, we hope you have found a play or musical to visit this fall. Just remember to drive safe and have fun!