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West Valley Arts Council

The West Valley Arts Council (WVAC) is a nonprofit, regional arts organization dedicated to enhancing, developing and promoting quality arts opportunities and arts education for everyone in the West Valley.

WVAC presents more than 30 events each year including festivals, concerts, exhibitions, and a thriving year-round youth arts and education program.

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• Contact Info

  West Valley Arts Council

  525 North Central Avenue
  Avondale, 85323

  Phone: (623)935-6384

  Fax: (623)935-4327

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• Locations

  West Valley

• Upcoming Events

  01/23/09	George Winston Pebble Creek Renaissance Theatre
  02/21/09	Armand Boatman's Be Bop Revolution Pebble Creek Renaissance Theatre
  02/21/09	Armand Boatman's Be Bop Revolution Pebble Creek Renaissance Theatre
  05/09/09	Estrella's Goodyear Symphony Pops Concert Lakeside Amphitheatre at Estrella
  06/13/09	Missoula Children's Theatre Millennium High School

• Member Reviews

  • Event Name: Rockapella
    "Outstanding musicianship!"
    Review posted by: Zach G. from Scottsdale, AZ, Aug 04, 2008
    

    Rockapella is an a capella powerhouse, and arguably the best contemporary a capella group of today. Even if you aren't a big fan of vocal music, this 5-man group is sure to give you a new perspective... Expand

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    Rockapella is an a capella powerhouse, and arguably the best contemporary a capella group of today. Even if you aren't a big fan of vocal music, this 5-man group is sure to give you a new perspective on the potential of the human voice. To complete their sound, Rockapella has 4 main singers and 1 full-time vocal percussionist, who creates drum noises just by using his mouth and voice. This group tackles all genres of music, ranging from soul and rock, to blues and R&B;. If you get the chance, don't miss this opportunity. They don't come to the Phoenix area often, so get a ticket now before seats sell out. Collapse

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  • Event Name: Abstracts: Exhibit of new works from emerging Arizona artist David Sours
    "Haunting Quality"
    Review posted by: Ben from Carefree, Jun 29, 2007
    

    While not all the pieces are great, a few of them are brilliant. A couple of the paintings find a place between abstraction and surrealism and have a haunting quality. A couple others have an... Expand

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    While not all the pieces are great, a few of them are brilliant. A couple of the paintings find a place between abstraction and surrealism and have a haunting quality. A couple others have an avante-garde edginess that might be more at home in a higher end New York gallery. Some new ground is being broken here. Collapse

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  • Event Name: Abstracts: Exhibit of new works from emerging Arizona artist David Sours
    "Abstracts for Everyone"
    Review posted by: Anonymous from Arizona, Jun 21, 2007
    

    This art is very good, and reasonably priced. A great opportunity for people who appreciate art, but not the high price tags. David uses color without fear.

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    This art is very good, and reasonably priced. A great opportunity for people who appreciate art, but not the high price tags. David uses color without fear.

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  • Event Name: Aspen Santa Fe Ballet
    "I'm glad they are back in the Valley."
    Review posted by: M.V. from Surprise, AZ, Mar 18, 2007
    

    I had the opportunity to see this company in Mesa last year and they were excellent. I can't wait to see them the 24th.

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    I had the opportunity to see this company in Mesa last year and they were excellent. I can't wait to see them the 24th.

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  • Event Name: Calo Flamenco - Ballet de Martín Gaxiola
    "CALO FLAMENCO is amazing!"
    Review posted by: Janet Lockwood from Tucson, Nov 16, 2006
    

    One of the best flamenco groups in the world! Do not miss a chance to see them live.

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    One of the best flamenco groups in the world! Do not miss a chance to see them live.

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  • Event Name: Calo Flamenco - Ballet de Martín Gaxiola
    "Excellent"
    Review posted by: Robert from Litchfield Park, AZ., Nov 13, 2006
    

    This is one ensamble you don't want to miss.

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    This is one ensamble you don't want to miss.

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  • Event Name: Calo Flamenco - Ballet de Martín Gaxiola
    "Must see!"
    Review posted by: Michelle from Phoenix, AZ., Nov 13, 2006
    

    This ensamble is dynamic! I would definitely recommend anyone to experience Calo Flamenco's engaging performance. They truely caputure the essence of fire and passion.

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    This ensamble is dynamic! I would definitely recommend anyone to experience Calo Flamenco's engaging performance. They truely caputure the essence of fire and passion.

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  • Event Name: Calo Flamenco - Ballet de Martín Gaxiola
    "WoW!!!!"
    Review posted by: Tony from Goodyear, AZ, Nov 13, 2006
    

    An amazing and talented ensemble of dancers, musicians and percussionists that will lift your spirit and stir your soul, like never before. You haven’t seen Flamenco, or dance for that matter, until... Expand

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    An amazing and talented ensemble of dancers, musicians and percussionists that will lift your spirit and stir your soul, like never before. You haven’t seen Flamenco, or dance for that matter, until you see Calo Flamenco. Feel the fire! Experience the passion! A must see! Collapse

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  • Event Name: Calo Flamenco - Ballet de Martín Gaxiola
    "Fiery passionate dancing at its finest"
    Review posted by: Elliott from Phoenix, AZ, Nov 12, 2006
    

    I never miss a performance of Calo Flamenco. The company, under Artistic Director Martin Gaxiola and Musical Director Chris Burton Jacome, always brings exuberant passion, elegance and bravura... Expand

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    I never miss a performance of Calo Flamenco. The company, under Artistic Director Martin Gaxiola and Musical Director Chris Burton Jacome, always brings exuberant passion, elegance and bravura footwork and music to their shows. Gaxiola takes full command of the stage and enraptures the audience with his sensual masculinity and incredible grace. His dancing never fails to whip an audience into a crescendo of sensations that always lead to them jumping to their feet in standing ovation. Calo Flamenco's performances are always something special, from the beautiful costumes, to the awe-inspiring dancing and incredible music. You owe it to yourself to go see them. It will definitely be a night to remember! Collapse

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  • Event Name: World Premiere - The Interior Castle
    "Saint Thomas Aquinas"
    Review posted by: Dr. and Mrs. Michael Goodard from Chandler, AZ, Sep 24, 2006
    

    The cathedral setting at Saint Thomas Aquinas is one that is not found in the Phoenix metro area. I found myself in awe when visiting this beautiful Church. I was impressed with the quality of music... Expand

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    The cathedral setting at Saint Thomas Aquinas is one that is not found in the Phoenix metro area. I found myself in awe when visiting this beautiful Church. I was impressed with the quality of music offered at Saint Thomas Aquinas. The music program, from what I can see, is the premier program in the West Valley. The music director is a gifted, young, energetic and supurb organist. The art, from what I've heard, a passion of the Pastor, can not be given justice with words. My wife and I were shocked upon entering the Church at the beautiful, tradition setting - - and the music to match!! Kudos to Saint Thomas Aquinas, their music staff, and especially the Pastor, for realizing the need for true artistic culture in the Valley of the Sun. Keep up the good work! You have the support of many music and arts lovers from across the valley! Collapse

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• Past Events

  11/21/08	Rockapella The Wigwam Resort
  04/27/08	2008 Goodyear Lakeside Symphony Pops Concert Lakeside Amphitheatre at Estrella
  04/18/08	Harlem Gospel Choir St. Thomas Aquinas Church
  03/30/08	Home Art and Studio Tour
  03/28/08	Pacifico Dance Company Millennium High School
  03/14/08	The Second City Touring Company: One Nation, Under Blog Copper Canyon High School Performing Arts Center
  02/22/08	Chris Burton Jacome Pebble Creek Renaissance Theatre
  02/16/08	Dennis Rowland and the Extreme Decibel Band Sun City Grand - Sonoran Plaza
  12/15/07	Holiday Concert: An Evening with the Palestrina Singers Sun City Grand - Sonoran Plaza
  12/08/07	La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Odyssey Copper Canyon High School Performing Arts Center
  11/19/07	'Mock'-ingbird Trial Herberger Theater Center
  11/16/07	Arizona Jazz Masterworks Orchestra Peoria Center for the Performing Arts
  11/02/07	East Village Opera Company Copper Canyon High School Performing Arts Center
  09/28/07- 09/30/07	Art Walk in Litchfield Park Toll Brothers at Litchfield Park
  06/07/07- 08/10/07	Abstracts: Exhibit of new works from emerging Arizona artist David Sours Peoria Center for the Performing Arts
  05/11/07	The Reduced Shakespeare Company Presents: The Bible Copper Canyon High School Performing Arts Center
  04/22/07	Swingtip The Wigwam Resort
  04/14/07	2007 Goodyear Lakeside Symphony Pops Concert Estrella Mountain Ranch
  03/31/07	Quartetto Gelato Desert Edge High School
  03/24/07	Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Millennium High School
  02/16/07	Margo Reed and Sherry Roberson Sun City Grand - Sonoran Plaza
  01/13/07- 01/14/07	15th Annual West Valley Invitational Native American Arts Festival
  11/18/06	Calo Flamenco - Ballet de Martín Gaxiola Copper Canyon High School Performing Arts Center
  11/05/06	Swingin' the Benny Goodman Songbook Pebble Creek Renaissance Theatre
  11/04/06	Swingin' the Benny Goodman Songbook Willow Canyon High School Theatre
  10/27/06	Childsplay's Tomás and the Library Lady Agua Fria High School
  10/13/06	World Premiere - The Interior Castle St. Thomas Aquinas Church
  10/07/06	Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day Desert Edge High School
  10/06/06	The Quetzal Guerrero Group The Wigwam Resort
  10/05/06	Taste of the Arts Starpointe Residents Club, Estrella Mountain Ranch
  06/17/06	Missoula Children's Theatre Millennium High School
  05/06/06	Ballet Folklorico Quetzalli de Veracruz Agua Fria High School
  04/30/06	Symphony Pops Concert Estrella Mountain Ranch
  04/08/06	Charlotte's Web - TheatreworksUSA Millennium High School
  04/07/06	SAVAE St. Thomas Aquinas Church
  01/28/06	Rockapella Pebble Creek Renaissance Theatre
  01/07/06- 01/08/06	14th Annual Native American Arts Festival Litchfield Elementary School
  12/11/05	Phoenix Boys Choir The Wigwam Resort
  11/18/05	Jazz Divas Pebble Creek Renaissance Theatre
  11/10/05	Jazz Divas Willow Canyon High School Theatre
  10/29/05	Alturas and Cascabel Tolleson Union High School
  10/27/05	Phoenix Symphony Guild Youth Orchestra St. Thomas Aquinas Church
  10/21/05	Anthony Kearns St. Thomas More Church
  06/18/05	The Jungle Book Millennium High School
  05/07/05	Lakeside Symphony Pops Concert at Estrella Mountain Ranch Estrella Mountain Ranch
  05/05/05	Thursdays in the Park - May
  03/17/05	Thursdays in the Park - March
  03/12/05	Diamond Ball The Wigwam Resort
  03/10/05	BYU International Folk Dance Ensemble Westview High School
  02/27/05	Taste of the Arts Starpointe Residents Club, Estrella Mountain Ranch
  01/27/05	Thursdays in the Park - January
  01/15/05- 01/16/05	West Valley Invitational Native American Arts Festival Litchfield Elementary School
  11/19/04	Quest for Art - Art Show and Auction The Wigwam Resort
  11/13/04	Goodyear's Lakeside Taste & Tunes Music Festival Estrella Mountain Ranch
  11/12/04	An Evening of Solo Piano with George Winston The Wigwam Resort
  10/21/04	Thursdays in the Park - October