Ballet Tucson’s Spring Concert
MARCH 22 TO MARCH 24
Ballet Tucson’s Spring Concert promises a “thrilling close to its performance season.” A regal jewel of classical ballet with lively Spanish flair, “Paquita” returns to the stage. The Ballet Tucson premiere of choreographer Paul Gibson’s neo-classical ballet “The Piano Dance” delivers a unique blend of athleticism, grace, wit and sensuality highlighted by an array of piano solos. The winning work from the company’s 2023 Footprints at the Fox choreographer’s showcase makes its mainstage debut.
Known for his uplifting and energetic style, celebrated choreographer Kiyon Ross shares his charming tutu ballet with a twist, “Sum Stravinsky,” with Tucson audiences.
Leo Rich Theater, 260 S. Church
Avenue, Tucson, tickets start at $30, various times, www.ticketmaster.com, www.leorichtheater.com
“Plein Air Impressions”
TO APRIL 15
Eledel Giddings will host a reception for her new show, “Plein Air Impressions,” at the Oro Valley Library from 1 to 4 p.m. March 23. Giddings has been called “a celebration of the beauty of the Arizona landscape through the artist’s unique lens.”
Oro Valley Library, 1305 W. Naranja Drive, Oro Valley, free, 1 to 4 p.m. March 23 for the reception, then 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday through April 14,
www.iguhit.com
BICAS Art Mart
MARCH 24
BICAS is hosting an artisan market — but it’s much more than that. The event will feature food trucks, art activities, a raffle, prizes and — most importantly — local artists selling amazing art for the community to browse and purchase. Food trucks will be catered by Amelia and Hugos Mexican Food Truck.
BICAS, 2001 N. Seventh Avenue, Tucson, free, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.,
520-628-7950, www.bicas.org
Oro Valley Historical Society Annual Meeting
MARCH 28
The Oro Valley Historical Society and like-minded folks will give an overview of the group’s activities.
Longtime society member Jim Williams, will speak about “The Fight for Catalina State Park.”
Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N. Oracle Road, Oro Valley, free, 2 p.m.,
www.ovhistory.org
“Sight” Film Screening and Q&A
MARCH 29
Dr. Ming Wang, a ’77 alumnus of the University of Science and Technology of China, will visit the Tucson Chinese Cultural Center for a screening of the film “Sight” and a Q&A. He called on Chinese people to tell their own stories and “walk the talk.” The event is free, and food and drink will be available.
Tucson Chinese Cultural Center, 1288 W. River Road, Tucson, free, 6 to 9 p.m., 520-292-6900,
www.tucsonchinese.org/sight
“Washed Ashore:
Art to Save the Sea”
TO JUNE 30
Michelle Conklin, CEO of Tucson Botanical Gardens, calls this exhibit significant. “This eye-opening exhibit not only draws attention to the massive amounts of plastics in our waterways but also educates us on the importance of conservation. This special lecture by Brad Parks serves as a thank you to our community conservation sponsors,” Conklin said.
Tucson Botanical Garden, 2150 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, see website for pricing, various times,
www.tucsonbotanical.org
