Celtic Woman is thrilled to be celebrating 15 phenomenal years of music-making this year.

Utah’s cherished holiday tradition, A Kurt Bestor Christmas, returns to Salt Lake City for the 35th year. After last year’s show was presented only online due to the pandemic, Bestor says that this year promises to be extra memorable for all involved. “I have heard from not only people who were shocked not to be able to attend the show with their family as was their yearly tradition but also from my band and orchestra who really missed the onstage camaraderie. I am sure that, when the curtain rises, and the first note is played, we’ll all have Yuletide goosebumps!” A Kurt Bestor Christmas features his All-star band, a world-class orchestra, and some very special guests. Bestor’s onstage banter and unique arrangements of favorite holiday songs and carols make this show a must-see for Utahns of all ages.

RDT's Ring Around the Rose is a "wiggle-friendly" performance series for children and families that explores the magical world of the arts, including dance, theatre, music and storytelling.

A mysterious secret. A family torn apart. As one sister struggles with being an outsider and harnessing her powers within, the other sets out on a thrilling adventure to bring her family together once again. Both are searching for love, but they’ll learn that to find it they’ll have to look inside themselves first.

Power up your DeLorean…recharge your flux capacitor…and get ready to celebrate this unforgettable movie classic as you’ve never seen and heard it before! Back to the Future, starring Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, and Crispin Glover, is the 1.21-gigawatt blockbuster that topped the 1985 box office chart, spawned two wildly successful sequels, and stamped an enduring imprint on pop culture.

Enjoy the best of classical music played by Utah’s up-and-coming young musicians. Don’t miss the chance to see these break-out performers. You’ll be bragging to all your friends that you “saw them when they were young!”

Explore the rhythmic and historical connections between the ancient dance forms of Flamenco and Kathak. Go on a journey back in time with Flamenco and Kathak dancers and musicians.

Beloved pianist Stephen Hough returns to Abravanel Hall to perform Brahms’ musical love note to Clara Schumann.

Kithara Duo (Olga Amelkina-Vera and Fernand Vera) was formed in 2002, when they were graduate students at the University of North Texas. Since then, they have performed nationally as well as in Europe and South America. Kithara Duo’s critically acclaimed debut CD, Beings, was released by Soundset Recordings in 2011.

Portland’s favorite “little orchestra” joins the Utah Symphony to perform their cosmopolitan blend of vintage pop, jazz, classical and global styles.

2018 Bachauer Gold Medalist Sergey Belyavsky performs Schubert's Wanderer Fantasy and concert showpieces by Franz Liszt.

Join the Salt Lake Symphony at the new Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center as we take a journey of the spirit through music. In a program that explores how composers describe the indescribable, we will play music that both invites reflection and expresses joy. We are pleased to welcome Utah Symphony Associate Concertmaster Kathryn Eberle, joining us to play Ottorino Respighi's seldomly heard masterpiece, Concerto Gregoriano. Spanning over 400 years, the program will also feature our brass section playing works by Giovanni Gabrielli, and our string section performing Adolphus Hailstork's Concerto da Chiesa. The program will close with Paul Hindemith's Symphonic Metamorphosis on Themes by Weber, which the orchestra was primed to perform in March of 2020 when the pandemic struck. Returning to finish this work presents closure and promises to be cathartic for both musicians and patrons.

With choreography ranging from 1936 to today, RDT uses history to guide us into the present. Featuring choreography from Martha Graham, Ishan Rustem, and Bebe Miller.

Hasan Minhaj was the host and creator of the weekly comedy show Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj that premiered on Netflix in October 2018. The series explored the modern cultural and political landscape with depth and sincerity through his unique comedic voice. The show received a 2019 Peabody Award, a 2019 Primetime Emmy Award for “Outstanding Motion Design,” and was recognized for 2020 Television Academy Honor.

Pianist and Oscar Peterson protégé Benny Green is joined by bassist Christian McBride and guitarist Russell Malone in this JazzSLC exclusive performance honoring jazz legend Oscar Peterson.

Alton Brown is hitting the road with a new culinary variety show.

Cirque Musica Holiday Spectacular brings the joy and excitement of the holiday season to your theater like never before. This all-new production features some of the greatest holiday songs of all time performed with the world-renowned cast of Cirque Musica.

This year, kick off the Christmas season with GENTRI: The Gentlemen Trio as they once again bring their holiday spectacular “Finding Christmas” to the Eccles stage. Come see why this show has become one of Utah’s favorite Christmas tradition over the last three years. With a completely re-imagined show for 2021, The Gents are sure to help you get into the Christmas spirit with epic orchestrations, lush harmonies, and moving storytelling – including some new treats and your favorite renditions of the most beloved and timeless Christmas songs of all time. GENTRI’s Christmas album has not only topped multiple Billboard charts, but has also made the iTunes top-10 holiday list alongside names like Michael Bublé and Pentantonix. You won’t want to miss this fantastic presentation of musical Christmas magic!

MEAN GIRLS is a ferociously funny new musical from an award-winning creative team, including director Casey Nicholaw (Aladdin, The Book of Mormon), composer Jeff Richmond (“30 Rock,” “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”), lyricist Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde), and book writer Tina Fey (“30 Rock,” Bossypants). Vogue cheers, “MEAN GIRLS is HILARIOUS! The cast is sensational – expert comedians with fierce voices and acting chops to match.” USA Today says, “We’ll let you in on a little secret, because we’re such good friends: GET YOUR TICKETS NOW.”

Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, and now calling Colorado home, horticulturist-turned-musician Gregory Alan Isakov has cast an impressive presence on the indie-rock and folk worlds with his five full-length studio albums: That Sea, The Gambler; This Empty Northern Hemisphere; The Weatherman; Gregory Alan Isakov with the Colorado Symphony; and Evening Machines (nominated for a Grammy award for Best Folk Album). Isakov tours internationally with his band, and has performed with several national symphony orchestras across the United States. In addition to owning his independent record label, Suitcase Town Music, he also manages a small farm in Boulder County, which provides produce to the farm’s CSA members and to local restaurants.

Following the wildly successful “Watch Out for Snakes! Tour” in 2017, the “30th Anniversary Tour” in 2018, and “The Great Cheesy Movie Circus Tour” in 2019, Mystery Science Theater 3000 LIVE is launching the next all-new production to hit the road! Join host Emily Connor (Emily Marsh) and the world’s greatest – and only – movie riffing robots, Tom Servo (Conor McGiffin), Crow (Nate Begle), and GPC (Yvonne Freese), as they take you on an exhilarating rollercoaster ride through the film Making Contact, imposed by Mad Scientist, Mega-Synthia (Yvonne Freese). Now you can sit in the same theater with your favorite characters and experience this long-running comedy phenomenon in a universally acclaimed LIVE event.

Mat and Savanna are thrilled to be returning to the Eccles stage for “Believe” – a show centered around the hope and joy of the holidays. This daddy-daughter duet is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face and warmth to your heart. Music lovers of all ages have come to love their inspirational spin on timeless favorites. The performance will include many beloved carols reimagined with fresh and beautiful arrangements by Stephen Nelson, including brand new songs from Mat and Savanna’s 2021 Christmas album. Both in-person and live-stream tickets are available to participate in this celebration (for information about the livestream, visit matandsavannamusic.com).

Join Mat and Savanna Shaw at the Eccles Theater for the Believe VIP experience on December 18th at 5:30pm MT. This special reception will occur in between their two concerts on the same date Come mingle, get your picture taken with Mat and Savanna, and get some extra Christmas goodies only available with this special VIP experience. This reception is a separately ticketed event with limited capacity – IT DOES NOT INCLUDE A CONCERT TICKET.

HAMILTON is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, HAMILTON has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre—a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. With book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, HAMILTON is based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography. It has won Tony®, Grammy®, and Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.

RDT dancers and artistic staff choreograph world-premieres to delightful and recognizable music.

In a cultural landscape filled with endless pundits and talking heads, author and journalist, Fran Lebowitz stands out as one of our most insightful social commentators.

Broadway at the Eccles presents ANASTASIA at Salt Lake City's new Eccles Theater February 15th - 20th, 2022. ArtTix is the official ticketing source for the Eccles Theater and the Zions Bank Broadway at the Eccles series.

As one of today’s premier stand-up comics, Jo Koy has come a long way from his modest beginnings performing at a Las Vegas coffee house to now selling out the world’s most prestigious venues, including Radio City Music Hall (New York), Chase Center (San Francisco), The Forum (Los Angeles), Mall of Asia Arena (Manila, PH), Coca-Cola Arena (Dubai) and ICC Theatre (Sydney, AU). The hugely relatable comic pulls inspiration from his family, specifically his son.

The world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra brings timeless classics like In the Mood, Moonlight Serenade, Chattanooga Choo Choo, Pennsylvania 6-5000, String of Pearls and Tuxedo Junction back to the stage. Even 80 years after founding his famous orchestra Glenn Miller’s music is alive and well.

Riverdance, as you’ve never seen it before! A powerful and stirring reinvention of this beloved favorite, celebrated the world over for its Grammy award-winning score and the thrilling energy and passion of its Irish and international dance. Twenty-five years on, composer Bill Whelan has rerecorded his mesmerizing soundtrack while producer Moya Doherty and director John McColgan have completely reimagined the ground-breaking show with innovative and spectacular lighting, projection, stage and costume designs. Immerse yourself in the extraordinary power and grace of its music and dance–beloved by fans of all ages. Fall in love with the magic of Riverdance all over again.

RDT’s annual choreographer competition and fundraiser where the audience awards a commission.

Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson returns with a brand-new show: ‘Astronomy Bizarre’ - The list of cool things in the universe is long and occasionally scary: Black Holes, Dark Matter, Dark Energy, Diamond stars, Gamma Ray bursts, White Holes, Worm Holes, Multiverses. Here we review all that bends the mind the most in the cosmos.

What happens after an artist has achieved his dreams? That was the major question Jason Isbell was asking himself leading up to the creation of his newest album, Reunions, recorded with The 400 Unit and produced by celebrated producer Dave Cobb. After all, four-time Grammy winner Isbell is at the top of his game. He is widely acclaimed as one of our best songwriters and possesses a devoted audience who have pushed his last two albums to the tops of the charts.

Carol Burnett, award-winning actress and best-selling author, is widely recognized by the public and her peers for her work on stage and screen, most notably The Carol Burnett Show. Named in 2007 by TIME magazine as one of “100 Best Television Shows of All Time,” The Carol Burnett Show ran for 11 years, averaged 30 million viewers per week, and received 25 Emmy Awards, making it one of the most honored shows in television history. But it is Ms. Burnett’s artistic brilliance, her respect and appreciation of her fans, and her graciousness, integrity, warmth, and humor on and off screen that have made her one of the most beloved performers in entertainment and one of the most admired women in America.

Artist-in-Association Hilary Hahn returns to Abravanel Hall for a double feature of challenging Spanish and Argentinian masterpieces.

Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley have been performing, teaching, and writing comedy internationally for a combined 40+ years. They have been moms for one quarter of that time and it shows. How do they cope? They laugh about all of the craziness that comes with being a mom and they want you to laugh about it too! From snot to stretchmarks to sleepless nights, Kristin and Jen know firsthand that parenting is a hard job and they invite you to join them in taking it all a little less seriously (even if for a few short minutes a day). After all, Jen currently has four days of dry shampoo in her hair and Kristin’s keys are still in her front door. They try, they fail, they support each other, and they mom as hard as they can.

Millions of stories came through Ellis Island during the years of comparatively open immigration (1892-1922). Six Songs from Ellis is a multi-genre work based on these oral histories, demonstrating commonalities past and present encountered by those taking drastic steps to improve their lives. Making the immigrant experience human and individual is at the heart of this work. The script is based entirely on oral histories of immigrants who passed through Ellis Island—many excerpts thematically grouped having to do with reasons for leaving, forced removal from home, reflections on this and their journey, arrival in the NY Harbor, and statements on their lives as Americans; contributions made to our society. In short—why people make drastic moves to change their lives.

The current cast members of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? are proud to present their new improv tour: WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?

Iliza is one of today’s leading comedians with a fan base who show their loyalty by creating their own Iliza inspired swag to wear to her shows. In 2019, she premiered her 5th Netflix stand up special UnVeiled, which delves into her journey of getting married.