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Performances Arizona Friends of Chamber Music Fox Theatre Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave., 577-3769, www.ArizonaChamberMusic.org. The California based Rossetti Quartet will be appearing in Tucson for the first time, performing with renown harpist Yolanda Kondonassis on Wednesday, November 12, 8pm. On November 16 at 3pm, Ning Kam, violin (Singapore), and Steven Vanhauwaert, piano (Belgium) will take the stage. 17 W. Congress St., 624-1515, www.FoxTucsonTheatre.org. On November 6 at 7pm is Music for the Soul, an interfaith celebration benefiting Interfaith Community Service programs for seniors and disadvantaged families. An Evening with Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald, DVM, known for his appearances on the Animal Planet reality show Emergency Vets and more recently, E-Vet Interns. He is also a noted stand-up comic. November 10, 7pm. The American West On the Road with Michael Blake, is a historical documentary filmed entirely in Southern Arizona. Preceding the movie premiere will be live music from musical greats whose music is featured in the movie: John Coinman, John Doe, and Tony Gilkyson. November 21, 7:30pm.Twist and Shout, with Tony Kishman, Jim Owen, Tom Teeley, and Chris Camilleri, takes the audience back in time to relive the glory days of Beatle mania. November 28, 7:30pm. Teada’s Irish Christmas in America: The cast includes one of Ireland’s leading female vocalists, Cara Dillon, Sean McElwain on guitar and Tristan Rosenstock on bodhran/ narration. A multi-media show sets engaging narrative in a rich historical context. November 29, 8pm. Arizona Onstage Productions Zuzi’s Little Theater, 738 N. 5th Ave., 270-3332, www.ArizonaOnStage.org. LOST – A Pop Chamber Opera is the story of Hanlon and Gabby, two teenage siblings abandoned by their father in the Great Smokey Mountains. Stumbling upon a cabin, they are whisked into the world of Mamba, a witch who harvests the organs of children to keep herself alive and young. November 1, 8pm; November 2, 2pm, 6pm; November 8, 8pm; November 9, 2pm. Arizona Opera Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave., 293-4336, www.AZOpera.com. The Mikado, a sparkling and lavish comedy written by Gilbert and Sullivan the height of their creative genius. The popular operetta features charming and absurd characters whose antics reflect the social milieu and mores of 19th century England. Saturday, November 15 at 7:30pm; Sunday, November 16 at 2pm. KXCI’s Local Folk for Local Folk Berger Center for the Performing Arts, 1200 W. Speedway Blvd., 623-1000 x13, www.KXCI.org. This special concert is the kick off to KXCI’s 25th Anniversary celebrations, taking place between November 22 and December 16. The show takes place on November 22 and performers include roth d’lux (7pm), Amber Norgaard & Sabra Faulk (8pm), Jo Wilkinson and Grains of Sand (9pm). Arizona Theatre Company Temple of Music and Art, 330 S. Scott Ave., 884-8210, www.ArizonaTheatre.org. The Lady With All The Answers: An intimate evening with Ann Landers as she shares secrets, personal revelations and some juicy tidbits. Playing through November 8. HAIR: A 40th anniversary celebration of the revolutionary musical that conquered the world. Playing from November 29-December 20, 2008. New ARTiculations Beowulf Alley Theatre 11 S. 6th Ave., 882-0555, www.BeowulfAlley.org. Noche de los Muertos, by Tucson’s Own Gavin Kayner, is a compelling historical tale with contemporary themes about the power of government and religion.The show opens November 1 with performances ThursdaysSaturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 1:30pm, through November 16. Various locations in Downtown Tucson, 882-0318, www.NewArticulations.org. Invisible City: Women dancers, writers, and musicians at work and at play in unusual spaces, continuing a 5-week, site-specific arts laboratory, exploring urban space through improvisational dance, text, and music. Open labs: Sunday, November 2 & 9, 2pm-6pm; Friday, November 7, 5pm-7pm. Final results November 14-16 at Pennington Street Garage, 110 E. Pennington St.: Friday, open dress rehearsal at 5:30pm. Saturday, raw footage film of lab processes at dusk. Sunday, the final performance takes place at 5:30pm. Chamber Music Southwest Berger Center for the Performing Arts, 1200 W. Speedway Blvd., 400-5439, www.CMPSouthwest.org. Copland and Me is the story of friendship and colleagueship between two of America’s giant composers: Aaron Copland and Virgil Thomson, who together shaped the course and destiny of American classical music, as we know it today. November 30, 3pm. Not Burnt Out, Just Unscrewed Vaudeville Cabaret, 110 E. Congress St., 440-4436, www.UnscrewedComedy.com. The “Thinking Man’s Comedy Troupe” has improv shows on November 7 and November 21 at 8:30pm. Rhythm & Roots Cirque du Soleil Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave., 791-4101, www.cirquedusoleil.com. From November 26 to November 30 are performances of Saltimbanco, a show full of colour, amusement and amazement. Show times: Wednesday-Thursday at 7:30pm; Friday-Saturday at 3:30pm,7:30pm; Sunday, 1 pm, 5pm. Old Town Artisans, 201 N. Court Ave., 440-4455, www.RhythmandRoots.org. On November 1, 7:30pm, Cerro Negro performs fiery Spanish guitars and explosive Latin percussion, on a foundation of Flamenco, Brazilian, and Gypsy traditions with Balkan, Turkish, and Peruvian influences. Grammy winner Willie “Big Eyes” Smith performs a night of Chicago Blues on November 7 at 7:30pm. Tony Furtado fuses bluegrass, country, rock, blues, jazz, and folk. 22 downtown tucsonan.november.08 http://www.FoxTucsonTheatre.org http://www.ArizonaChamberMusic.org http://www.ArizonaOnStage.org http://www.AZOpera.com http://www.KXCI.org http://www.ArizonaTheatre.org http://www.NewArticulations.org http://www.BeowulfAlley.org http://www.tucsonsymphony.org http://www.CMPSouthwest.org http://www.UnscrewedComedy.com http://www.RhythmandRoots.org http://www.cirquedusoleil.com

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