Listening to the Chicago Symphony here was a high point of our recent Arizona visit! My only caution was that I found the seating chart a bit confusing - I ordered tickets on line, and thought I had purchased 2 side aisle seats in the orchestra section. In fact our seats were against a wall, and two sections back from the orchestra seats. But the acoustics were great, and we could easily see the musicians and Conductor Muti.

I always enjoy my free visit to the Arts Center. Street parking is free. Take the elevator downstairs or walk down the stairs to the galleries. A staff member will greet you upon your entry. There are several separate galleries so be sure to visit all. You will see encaustic, wood, quilts, mixed media, paper collage. I enjoyed seeing all the works of art. Photography is welcome unless otherwise posted.

My wife and I attended the Romantic Symphony for April Fools done by the Symphony of the Southwest. The place is immense with plenty of FREE parking and numerous stages. We have been to Phoenix Symphony Hall on several occasions, but the traffic and parking are always a hassle. Not here! Lots of parking and at least five theaters within the main complex and lots of other buildings surrounding it. If you ever want to attend a concert here, do it.

Went last night to see River Dance, which is Irish step dancing. The performance was superb and the facility was terrific place to take it in. We were in their largest theater, about half way back. The seats were comfortable and the view was unobstructed.