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Orpheum Theatre 2025-26 schedule: every show announced so far

William Shatner, David Sedaris and “Evil Dead” in Concert are coming to the historic downtown Phoenix venue.
A historic theater in downtown Phoenix.
The historic Orpheum Theatre in downtown Phoenix.

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The Orpheum Theatre is the grand dame of Phoenix performance venues. The 1,400-seat landmark at Third Avenue and Adams Street opened in 1929 as a vaudeville house and later operated as a cinema. Since then, it’s evolved into one of the city’s premier spots to catch just about any performance. And the Orpheum Theatre 2025-26 performance lineup promises events as spectacular as the space itself.

The venue exudes majesty inside and out. Spanish Colonial Revival architecture blends seamlessly with baroque flourishes, creating a timeless space. Other touches like ornate staircases, chandeliers and murals add to the lush grandeur. Inside the auditorium, a soaring proscenium rises, red velvet seating awaits and a cloud-filled blue sky adorns the ceiling.

The Orpheum’s splendor and historic stature make any performances — be they concerts, comedy gigs, drag shows or theater — feel grander.

All of the aforementioned events can be found on the Orpheum’s upcoming calendar. It also includes screenings of cinematic classics like “Ghostbusters” and “Psycho.” Sci-fi legend William Shatner will participate in a Q&A following a showing of “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan.” And cult icon Bruce Campbell will host “Evil Dead: The Concert” with a live orchestra. Here’s the full Orpheum Theatre 2025-26 performance lineup.

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An ornate stage inside a historic theater,
The Orpheum Theatre’s stage features a grand proscenium.

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The Classics film series: “The Terminator”
Tuesday, Oct. 14, 6:30 p.m.

The Classics film series: “Ghostbusters”
Tuesday, Oct. 21, 6:30 p.m.

Zucchero
Friday, Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m.

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Actor Bruce Campbell holds a chainsaw while covered in splatters of blood.
Bruce Campbell will host “Evil Dead” the Concert at the Orpheum Theatre in November.

Black Ink Presents

“Evil Dead” in Concert
Sunday, Nov. 2, 7 p.m.

Sigur Rós
Tuesday, Nov. 2, 8 p.m.
with Wordless Music Orchestra
Note: Show is officially sold out. Tickets are available through resellers.

Grand Kyiv Ballet Presents Snow Queen
Friday, Nov. 7, 7 p.m.

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Ebi — Pooste Shir
Saturday, Nov. 8, 8 p.m.

Sarah Millican: Late Bloomer
Sunday, Nov. 9, 7:30 p.m.
Note: Show is officially sold out. Tickets are available through resellers.

The Classics film series: “Psycho”
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 6:30 p.m.

William Shatner
“Star Trek” actor William Shatner is heading to the Valley this fall.

Benjamin Leatherman

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William Shatner Q&A and screening of “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan”
Thursday, Nov. 13, 7:30 p.m.

The Knockout Tour: Violet vs. Gottmik
Friday, Nov. 14, 8 p.m.

Silent Sunday: “The Fall of the House of Usher”
Sunday, Nov. 23, 2:30 p.m.
with Mysterium Quartet

The Classics film series: “Die Hard”
Tuesday, Nov. 25, 6:30 p.m.

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MC Magic Live: 30 Years of Magic
Saturday, Nov. 29, 7 p.m.

Premier Ballet’s “The Nutcracker”
Saturday, Dec. 6, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. to December 7, 1 p.m.

Costumed dancers during a performance of the Nutcracker.
The Orpheum hosts a performance of “The Nutcracker” by International Ballet Stars in December.

International Ballet Stars

“The Nutcracker” by International Ballet Stars
Tuesday, Dec. 9, 7 p.m.

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The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show
Wednesday, Dec. 17, 7 p.m.

The Classics film series: “The Muppet Christmas Carol”
Tuesday, Dec. 23, 6:30 p.m.

Paracosm Dance: “Visitors”
Friday, Jan. 23, 7:30 p.m.

Bryce Crawford
Tuesday, Feb. 24, 7 p.m.

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A middle-aged man in glasses looking closely at a typewriter.
Writer, satirist and humorist David Sedaris.

Annie Fishbein

Charlie Berens
Saturday, April 25, 8 p.m.

David Sedaris
Saturday, May 2, 8 p.m.

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