“Chicago,” Pink Martini, featuring China Forbes, plus Magic and Illusion program all on the agenda
Yavapai Community College’s Performing Arts Center is offering a splendid line-up of programs over the next few weeks. The Broadway hit Chicago will hold eight performances from April 14 – 24. Pink Martini featuring China Forbes will hold a concert at the Del Webb Center for Performing Arts in Wickenburg on March 23 and then move to the Yavapai Community College Performing Arts Center March 24. Other venues on its schedule are Wolftrap and the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. The illusionist called “Mike Super” will perform Saturday, March 26 at 7 p.m.
Unfortunately for residents of Yavapai County living on the east side of Mingus Mountain, there is no public transportation to and from the Community College’s Performing Arts Center on the Prescott Campus for these programs. Moreover, the Community College does not provide inter-campus transportation for students from its Center in Sedona or the Verde Campus to these events.
Isn’t it time for a venue on the east side of Mingus Mountain similar to at least the Del Webb Center in Wickenberg? When the Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts opened its doors in 2001, it did so with the mission of enhancing the educational and cultural quality of the Wickenburg community, and offering a platform for local and visiting artists to showcase their creativity. Since its opening, the 600 seat theater on the Wickenburg High School campus has played a vital role in providing opportunities for outreach and education in the area. With shows by musical artists, dance, and theatre performances, the Del E. Webb Center brings enriching and vibrant experiences to audiences of all ages.