Arts & Entertainment
Humming with a continual creative buzz, Tucson offers some of the best art and entertainment around. From public sculpture and galleries to film festivals to ballet and symphony orchestras, there's something for everyone here. In this section you'll find the contact information for local venues so you'll never miss an upcoming show.
THEATER GROUPS
Tucson provides a theater fix for fans of the dramatic arts. Check out the following local groups that perform throughout the year.
| Arizona Onstage www.arizonaonstage.org | 520-270-3332 |
| Arizona Opera www.azopera.com | 520-293-4336 |
| Arizona Repertory Theatre www.uatheatre.org |
520-621-1162 |
| Arizona Theatre Company www.aztheatreco.org | 520-622-2823 |
| Ballet Arizona www.balletaz.org |
602-381-0184 |
| Beowulf Alley Theatre Company www.beowulfalley.org |
520-882-0555 |
| Borderlands Theater www.borderlandstheater.org |
520-882-7406 |
| Broadway in Tucson http://broadwayintucson.com | 520-903-2929 |
| The Gaslight Theatre www.thegaslighttheatre.com | 520-886-9428 |
| Invisible Theatre www.invisibletheatre.com | 520-882-9721 |
| Live Theatre Workshop www.livetheatreworkshop.org | 520-327-4242 |
| The Rogue Theatre www.theroguetheatre.org | 520-551-2053 |
| Studio Connections www.studioconnections.net | 520-731-1559 |
| Tucson Symphony Orchestra www.tucsonsymphony.org | 520-882-8585 |
| UApresents www.uapresents.org | 520-621-3341 |
CONCERT HALLS & VENUES
Tucson is a hot spot for up-and-coming singers as well as world-famous acts. Musical groups often book events at these major local establishments. Call ahead or visit the websites listed for future shows.
| AVA Amphitheater in Casino del Sol 5655 W. Valencia Rd. www.avaconcerts.com | 800-344-9435 |
| Centennial Hall at The University of Arizona 1020 E. University Blvd. www.uapresents.org | 520-621-3341 |
| Club Congress 311 E. Congress St. www.hotelcongress.com |
520-622-8848 |
| Diamond Entertainment Center in Desert Diamond Casino I-19 and Pima Mine Rd. www.desertdiamond.com |
520-294-7777 |
| Fox Tucson Theatre 17 W. Congress St. www.foxtucsontheatre.org | 520-624-1515 |
| The Rialto Theatre 318 E. Congress St. www.rialtotheatre.com | 520-740-1000 |
| Tucson Convention Center 260 S. Church Ave. www.tucsonaz.gov/tcc | 520-791-4101 |
CASINOS
Try your luck at one of the Old Pueblo's local casinos. Enjoy live blackjack, video poker, slot machines, bingo, and more. And if you want to take a break from gambling, grab something to eat—from Mexican food to prime rib—or catch a show; most casinos offer big-name entertainment. You must be 21 or older to enter all of the casinos.
| Casino del Sol 5655 W. Valencia Rd. www.solcasinos.com | 800-344-9435 |
| Casino of the Sun 7406 S. Camino De Oeste www.solcasinos.com | 800-344-9435 |
| Desert Diamond Casino 7350 S. Nogales Hwy. www.desertdiamondcasino.com | 520-294-7777 |
| Desert Diamond Casino I-19 at Pima Mine Rd. www.desertdiamondcasino.com | 520-294-7777 |
MOVIE THEATRES
Cinemas are located in all areas of Tucson. Some discounted, some specializing in art films, and many playing the newest favorites—there's sure to be a movie theater with the time and show you want. Call for show times.
| AMC Foothills 7401 N. La Cholla Blvd. www.amctheatres.com | 520-742-6174 |
| Century 20 El Con Mall 3601 E. Broadway Blvd. www.cinemark.com | 800-326-3264 |
| Century 20 Park Place Theater 5870 E. Broadway Blvd. www.cinemark.com | 800-326-3264 |
| Century Gateway 12 770 N. Kolb Rd. www.cinemark.com | 800-326-3264 |
| Century Park 16 1055 W. Grant Rd. www.cinemark.com | 800-326-3264 |
| Century Theatres at the Oro Valley Marketplace 12155 N. Oracle Rd. www.cinemark.com | 800-326-3264 |
| Crossroads Cinema 4811 E. Grant Rd. www.movievalue.com | 520-327-7067 |
| DeAnza Drive-in 1401 S. Alvernon Way | 520-745-2240 |
| Harkins Tucson Spectrum 18 5455 S. Calle Santa Cruz www.harkinstheatres.com | 520-889-5588 |
| The Loft Cinema 3233 E. Speedway Blvd. www.loftcinema.com | 520-795-7777 |
| Oracle View Theater 4690 N. Oracle Rd. www.movievalue.com | 520-292-2430 |
| The Screening Room 127 E. Congress St. wwww.azmac.org/scroom | 520-882-0204 |
| Tower Theatres 5755 W. Arizona Pavilions Dr. www.mytowertheatres.com | 520-575-0500 |
GALLERIES & MUSEUMS
Enrich your life with art. Click here for a complete list of galleries and museums in Tucson and Southern Arizona, whose holdings run the gamut from painting and sculpture to glasswork and ceramics.
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