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Auditions

Call to artists — Wingspan, 425 E. Seventh St. Open call to artists for its First Friday Front Porch events. 624-1779.

Concerts

Lenten Noontime Recital Series — St. Philip's in the Hills Episcopal Church, 4440 N. Campbell Ave. Featuring pianist Paul Lorenz. 12:15-12:45 p.m. March 1. Free; donations accepted. 299-6421, Ext. 32.

Eugenio De Rosa — Grace St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 2331 E. Adams St. Italian pianist presents a recital of music by Haydn, Beethoven and Schubert. 7:30 p.m. March 2. $10; $8 students and seniors. 546-6706.

Lorna Peters — Davis Dominguez Gallery, 154 E. Sixth St. Arizona Early Music Society presents the harpsichordist. 7:30 p.m. March 2. $18; $15 seniors. 733-1696.

"Beauty and the Beast" — Tucson Music Hall, 260 S. Church Ave. Arizona Opera presents the love story. 7:30 p.m. March 3; 2 p.m. March 4. $25-$100. 293-4336 or 321-1000.

Bach Marathon — St. Philip's in the Hills Episcopal Church, Sanctuary, 4440 N. Campbell Ave. Featuring Steven Moeckel heading up the Festival Chamber Orchestra and guest artists violinist Elizabeth Pae, cellist Zoran Stillin, organist Jeffrey Campbell, soprano Elena Todd and oboist Lindabeth Binkley. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. March 3. $15 suggested donation to the St. Philip's Friends of Music. 731-3157.

Arizona Symphony Orchestra — Crowder Hall, southeast corner of North Park Avenue and East Speedway. A program of symphonic repertoire and gems of popular jazz. 7:30 p.m. March 3. Free. 621-2998.

HarpFusion — Unitarian Universalist Church of Tucson, 4831 E. 22nd St. Ensemble performs repertoire of classical, jazz, New Age and folk music. 7:30 p.m. March 3. $15; $10 students. 748-1551.

Tucson Winter Chamber Music Festival — Leo Rich Theatre, 260 S. Church Ave. Arizona Friends of Chamber Music will present the weeklong festival featuring the Prazak String Quartet and 11 other internationally acclaimed musicians. Dress rehearsals and master classes also. Gala dinner concert 6 p.m. March 10 at the Arizona Inn: $150. For schedule, go to www.ArizonaChamberMusic.org. 3 p.m. March 4, 11; 8 p.m. March 6, 7, 9. Individual concerts $25; $10 for students with ID. 577-3769.

DayStar Chamber Players and Angeline Ng — Dove of Peace Lutheran Church, 665 W. Roller Coaster Road. Ensemble performs with pianist Ng. Benefits St. Andrew's Children's Clinic. 2-3:30 p.m. March 4. Free; donations accepted. 887-5127.

Meet the Composer: Gerald Near — St. Philip's in the Hills Episcopal Church, 4440 N. Campbell Ave. The American Guild of Organists presents the organist and composer performing his own compositions. Michael Case will play one of Near's unpublished preludes for organ. 3-4:15 p.m. March 4. Free. 299-6421.

Southern Arizona Symphony Orchestra — Desert View Performing Arts Center, 39900 S. Clubhouse Drive, SaddleBrooke. World premiere of Schultz's "Episodic Overture." 3 p.m. March 4. $15. 323-7166.

Tucson Symphony Orchestra — Tucson Music Hall, 260 S. Church Ave. Classical concert features violinist Hilary Hahn. 7:30 p.m. March 6. $27-$60. 882-8585.

National Philharmonic of Russia — Centennial Hall, 1020 E. University Blvd. UApresents features the ensemble. 7:30 p.m. March 7. $21-$63. 621-3341.

Tucson Guitar Society Monthly Performance — Woods Memorial Library, 3455 N. First Ave. The Tucson Guitar Society hosts performances by local guitarists. Featured artist: Jane Curry. 7-8 p.m. March 8. Free. 203-8018.

Pima Community College Wind Ensemble — Proscenium Theatre, 2202 W. Anklam Road. The ensemble opens its spring season with a tribute to band music from France. 7:30-9 p.m. March 8. $5-$6. 206-6986.

Tucson Symphony Orchestra — Tucson Music Hall, 260 S. Church Ave. "From Russia With Love," featuring pianist Fabio Bidini, the Van Cliburn Competition finalist. 8 p.m. March 8-9; 2 p.m. March 11. $18-$47. 882-8585.

Arizona Jazz Academy — 17th Street Market, 810 E. 17th St. All ages. 4-6:30 p.m. March 2. Free. 248-0377, Ext. 145.

Kino Family Concerts Presents: Round Midnight — Kino School, 6625 N. First Ave. Opening set by Kino School music students. All proceeds benefit Kino School Music. All ages. 7-9 p.m. March 2. $8 adults 18 and over; $15 families. 297-7278.

Reno del Mar — The Monkey Box, 100 N. Stone Ave. Original guitar work with Latin and jazz influences. All ages. 9-11 p.m. March 2. Free. 623-3500.

Zamazingo: Turkish/Mediterranean Music and Dance — The 17th Street Market, 810 E. 17th St. Music from Anatolia. All ages. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. March 3. Free. 624-8821, Ext. 147.

Mulgrew Miller and Wingspan Quintet — Berger Performing Arts Center, 1200 W. Speedway. Jazz. All ages. For more information: Tucson Jazz Society at 903-1265. 7:30 p.m. March 3. $30; $25 for TJS members. 770-3690.

29th Annual Arizona Jazz Week — Crowder Hall, UA Fine Arts Complex, North Park Avenue and East Speedway. The University of Arizona School of Music presents the following: March 4: Vocal Jazz featuring Vocal Ease and the UA Hepcats, free admission. March 5: Faculty Jazz featuring Jeff Haskell, Robin Horn, Martin Patfield, Jay Rees and Kelland Thomas, free. March 6: Guest artists the TRADOC Jazz Sextet, $9, discounts available. March 7: UA Studio Jazz Ensemble featuring guest artist Dmitri Matheny, flugelhorn, $9, discounts available. Mar. 8: UA Jazz Band, free. All events 7:30 p.m. March 4-8. 621-1162.

Carnivaleros — Nimbus, 3850 E. 44th St. Zydeco, Tex-Mex and Swing. 21 and over. 6:30-8:30 p.m. March 8. $3. 745-9175.

Alejandro Canelos and Matt Mitchell — The Monkey Box, 100 N. Stone Ave. Alternative jazz vocals and guitar. All ages. 8-10 p.m. March 8. Free. 623-3500.

Matt Mitchell Trio — The 17th Street Market, 810 E. 17th St. Jazz, world and rock influences. All ages. 4-6:30 p.m. March 9. Free. 624-8821, Ext. 145.

Nowhere Man and Whiskey Girl — Nimbus, 3850 E. 44th St. Folk/jazz. 21 and over. 7:30 p.m. March 9. $4. 745-9175.

Rock, Country

Eleisha Eagle — Javalina's Coffee & Friends, 9136 E. Valencia Road. Pianist-singer-songwriter performs. All ages. 6:30-8:30 p.m. March 1. Minimum two-item purchase required. 663-5282.

Piano Night — Z Mansion, 288 N. Church Ave. Featuring Lisa Otey, Arthur Migliazza and Mr. Boogie Woogie. All ages. 7 p.m. March 1. $15, call for reservations. 370-5912.

Ramblin' Jack Elliot — Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St. Guitar-pickin' storyteller and musician. 21 and over. 7:30 p.m. March 1. $17.50. 622-8848.

The K23 Orchestra — The Hut, 305 N. Fourth Ave. Jam band. With Spirit Familia. 21 and over. 8 p.m. March 1. $5. 623-3200.

Saint Rorschach — Plush, 340 E. Sixth St. Indie, post-rock. With Days Unfold and Mozart's Sister. 21 and over. 9:30 p.m. March 1. $4, tickets available at www.virtuous.com. 798-1298.

Damesviolet — Vaudeville Cabaret, 110 E. Congress St. Alternative rock. With Hit by a Bus and Brimstone Flowers. 21 and over. 10 p.m. March 1. $5. 622-3535.

Trik Turner — The Rock, 136 N. Park. Rock. With bands that include Cold Fusion, Supe, Jetlag and Kiss to Betray. All ages. 6:30 p.m.-2 a.m. March 2. $10 in advance; $12 day of show. E-mail TwiceTheIceMmgt@aol.com for tickets or call. 629-9211.

Never Say Die and So Romantic — Living Room, 413 E. Fifth St. Hardcore punk. All ages. 7 p.m. March 2. $5. 331-1442.

Antonym of Apathy — Javalina's Coffee & Friends, 9136 E. Valencia Road. Acoustic rock. All ages. 7:30-9:30 p.m. March 2. Minimum two-item purchase required. 663-5282.

BK Special — F.O.P. Lodge "The Lodge on Dodge," 3445 N. Dodge Blvd. Bobby Kimmel, Stefan George and Lavinia White perform folk/Americana original songs with three-part harmonies and guitar playing. All ages. 7:30 p.m. March 2. $7. 795-2101.

Harmonica Red — Nimbus, 3850 E. 44th St. Blues. With Heather Hardy's Blues. 21 and over. 8:30 p.m. March 2. $6. 745-9175.

Cadillac Angels — Surly Wench, 424 N. Fourth Ave. Rockabilly. With Jumper. 21 and over. 9 p.m. March 2. $5. 882-0009.

The Mission Creeps — Plush, 340 E. Sixth St. Psychobilly, surf music. With the Rebel Set and Last Call Brawlers. 21 and over. 9:30 p.m. March 2. $5, www.virtuous.com. 798-1298.

Will Elliott — Plush, 340 E. Sixth St. Alternative rock, folk. 21 and over. 9:30 p.m. March 2. Free. 798-1298.

Black Man Clay Band — Valley of the Moon, 2544 E. Allen Road. Black Man Clay performs a funky blend of blues, reggae and rock. Bring a can of food or a donation for the Community Food Bank, and admission is free. All ages. 5-8 p.m. Gates open at 5 p.m. Concert starts at dusk. March 3. Free with donation to the Food Bank. 323-1331.

Kittie — The Rock, 136 N. Park Ave. Alternative metal. With Walls of Jericho, Dead to Fall, 36 Crazy Fists, In This Moment and A Breath Before Surfacing. All ages. Bar with ID. 6 p.m. March 3. $16 through Ticketmaster, 321-1000.

Donny Russell and the Hangovers — Nimbus, 3850 E. 44th St. Bluegrass. 21 and over. 7-10 p.m. March 3. $4. 745-9175.

Deerhoof — Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St. Indie rock. With Macromantics and Experimental Dental School. All ages. 7:30 p.m. March 3. $10 advance, $12 day of show, www.hotelcongress.com. 622-8848.

John Coinman & Ellis Paul Songwriter Showcase — Historic San Pedro Chapel, 5230 E. Fort Lowell Road. Singer/songwriters perform. Tickets at Antigone Books, CD City, Enchanted Earthworks or online at rhythmandroots.org. All ages. 7:30-9:45 p.m. March 3. $18 in advance, $20 at the door. 440-4455.

None Too Soon — Javalina's Coffee & Friends, 9136 E. Valencia Road. Original country, rock and folk. All ages. 7:30-10:30 p.m. March 3. Minimum two-item purchase required. 663-5282.

Al Perry — Surly Wench, 424 N. Fourth Ave. Roots rock, hard rock. With Love Mound. 21 and over. 9 p.m. March 3. $5. 882-0009.

Chango Malo — Plush, 340 E. Sixth St. Punk, funk. With Found Dead on the Phone and Mostly Bears. 21 and over. 9:30 p.m. March 3. $5, www.virtuous.com. 798-1298.

Nobunny and His Fabulous Flys — Vaudeville Cabaret, 110 E. Congress St. Punk rock. With Uncle Fister, Parkway Wretch and the Fanss. 21 and over. 9:30 p.m. March 3. $5. 622-3535.

The Faceless, Light This City, Antagonist, A Breath Before Surfacing, After the Funeral, Passing Over and Headrust — The Rock, 136 N. Park Ave. Rock. All ages. Bar with ID. Doors open at 7 p.m. 5:30 p.m. March 4. $12 in advance; $16 at the door. 629-9211.

Bob Schneider — Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St. Rock, roots rock. With Eliot Morris. 21 and over. 7:30 p.m. March 4. $13 in advance; $15 day of show. 622-8848.

Al Perry — Plush, 340 E. Sixth St. Local roots-rock guitarist performs. 21 and over. 9:30 p.m. March 4. Free. 798-1298.

Aqueduct — Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St. Indie rock. With Annuals and Music Video. 7 p.m. March 5. $9, tickets at www.ticketweb.com. 622-8848.

Mr. Boogie Woogie Concert — The Gaslight Theatre, 7010 E. Broadway. Singer, pianist and performer Mr. Boogie Woogie (also known as Eric-Jan Overbeek) begins a six country tour. All ages. 7 p.m. March 5. $19.95. 886-9428.

Sacha Sacket — Plush, 340 E. Sixth St. Indie, alternative. 21 and over. 9:30 p.m. March 5. Free. 798-1298.

Lucinda Williams and the Heartless Bastards — Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress St. Folk. All ages. 8 p.m. March 6. $25 general admission in advance; $28 reserved balcony. 740-1000.

Malajube — Plush, 340 E. Sixth St. Indie rock. With Golden Boots and the Crowd. 21 and over. 9 p.m. March 6. $6; www.virtuous.com. 798-1298.

Ernie Votto and Larry Waters — Javalina's Coffee & Friends, 9136 E. Valencia Road. Folk. All ages. 6:30-8:30 p.m. March 7. Minimum two-item purchase required. 663-5282.

Devon Allman's Honey Tribe — Nimbus, 3850 E. 44th St. Blues-rock. 21 and over. 8 p.m. March 7. $10. 745-9175.

Al Foul — Plush, 340 E. Sixth St. Rockabilly. 21 and over. 9:30 p.m. March 7. Free. 798-1298.

Brightblack Morning Light — Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St. Rock and indie rock. Women and Children and William Fowler Collins. 21 and over. 9:30 p.m. March 7. $5 in advance; $7 at the door. 622-8848.

Sleeping in the Aviary — Vaudeville Cabaret, 110 E. Congress St. Rock. With Marianne Dissard and Oliver Future. 21 and over. 10 p.m. March 7. $5. 622-3535.

Piano Night — Z Mansion, 288 N. Church Ave. Featuring Lisa Otey, Arthur Migliazza and Mr. Boogie Woogie. All ages. 7 p.m. March 8. $15, call for reservations. 370-5912.

Pensive, My Former Wings, Ding Dang Doo — Vaudeville Cabaret, 110 E. Congress St. Pop rock. 21 and over. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. March 8. $4. 622-3535.

Minmae — Plush, 340 E. Sixth St. Indie rock. With Naïm Amor and Colorstore. 21 and over. 9:30 p.m. March 8. www.virtuous.com. 798-1298.

Irish Concert: Kick Off to Saint Patrick's Day Party — Fox Theatre, 17 W. Congress St. Tucson's own Irish traditional band, Round the House, and Phoenix-based Oceans Apart join Irish dancers for the inaugural "Kick Off to Saint Patrick's Day Party." All ages. 7 p.m. bar opens; 8-10 p.m. show. March 9. $14-$30. 624-1515.

Paul Revere — Living Room, 413 E. Fifth St. Indie rock. With Drew Danburry and Kaia. All ages. 7 p.m. March 9. $5. 331-1442.

Barry Sparks — Javalina's Coffee & Friends, 9136 E. Valencia Road. Performing folk, rock with Kevin Sparks and John Bujak. All ages. 7:30 p.m. March 9. Minimum two-item purchase required. 663-5282.

Showcase: Louis "Skin Flinton, Courtney Robbins and Bob Wilders — F.O.P. Lodge "The Lodge on Dodge", 3445 N. Dodge Blvd. Three musicians perform blues, folk, country, soul and rock. All ages. 7:30 p.m. March 9. $5. 795-2101.

Patty Griffin and Richard Thompson — The Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress St. Folk, pop. All ages. 8-11:30 p.m. March 9. $26-$30. 740-1000.

Hadji Banjovi and Friends — The Monkey Box, 100 N. Stone Ave. Alternative Americana folk. All ages. 9-11 p.m. March 9. Free. 623-3500.

The Ringers — Surly Wench, 424 N. Fourth Ave. Rock. 21 and over. 9 p.m. March 9. $5. 882-0009.

Birdmonster — Plush, 340 E. Sixth St. Indie rock. With the Swim and Division Day. 21 and over. 9:30 p.m. March 9. $6, www.virtuous.com. 798-1298.

Oceans Apart Duo — Mesa Arts Center, Wells Fargo Garden, 1 E. Main St., Mesa. Traditional Celtic and Irish music. All ages. 12:30-1:30 p.m. March 1. Free. 1-480-644-6500.

Nancy Weaver and Cool Jazz — Cafe Roka, 35 Main St., Bisbee. Jazz and Latin standards. All ages. Dinner reservations recommended. 5-9 p.m. March 2. Free. 1-520-432-5153.

Mr. Boogie Woogie — Hot Licks Barbecue & Blues Saloon, 37 OK St., Bisbee. Performs blues on piano. All ages. 8:30 p.m. March 2. Free. 1-520-432-7200.

Hurt — Marquee Theatre, 730 N. Mill Ave., Tempe. Alternative metal. All ages. 6:30 p.m. March 3. $13.75, at marqueetheatre.ticketforce.com. 1-480-829-0607.

Winger — Martini Ranch, 7295 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale. Hard rock. 21 and over. 7:30 p.m. March 6. $15, at www.livenation.com. 1-480-970-0500.

REALTA! The Women of Ireland — Mesa Arts Center, Piper Repertory Theater, 1 E. Main St., Mesa. Irish folk. All ages. 3 p.m. March 7. $33, www.mesaartscenter.com. 1-480-644-6500.

Tempest Release Party Tour — Marquee Theatre, 730 N. Mill Ave., Tempe. Alternative metal. All ages. Featuring Dead by Wednesday, Wolfpac, Boondox, the Stars of JCW and Woodpile. 6:30 p.m. March 7. $16.75, 1-480-829-0607.

Kid Merv — Mesa Arts Center, Wells Fargo Garden, 1 E. Main St., Mesa. New Orleans jazz. All ages. 12:30-1:30 p.m. March 8. Free. 1-480-644-6500.

The Wiggles — Dodge Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix. Childrens. All ages. 3 p.m.; second show at 6:30 p.m. March 8. $18-$35, through Ticketmaster, 321-1000.

Richard Thompson — Rhythm Room Concert Club, 1019 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. Folk-rock. 21 and over. 8 p.m. March 8. $25 advance, $30 day of show, through Ticketmaster, 321-1000.

My Chemical Romance — Jobing.com Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Ave, Glendale. Punk-pop. With the Black Parade and Rise Against. All ages. 8 p.m. March 9. $30.25, through Ticketmaster, 321-1000.

Bullet for My Valentine, March 30, Rialto Theatre. Tickets at the Rialto box office.

Brandi Carlile, April 7, Rialto Theatre.

Relient K, April 10, Marquee Theatre, Phoenix. marqueetheatre.ticketforce.com.

Toots and the Maytals, April 10, Rialto Theatre.

Sebadoh, April 16, Club Congress. www.hotelcongress.com.

Pink Martini, April 19, UA Centennial Hall. www.uapresents.org.

Trans Am, April 19, Club Congress. www.hotelcongress.com.

Kottonmouth Kings, April 21, Marquee Theatre, Phoenix.

Ian Moore, April 22, Rhythm Room, Phoenix. www.ticketmaster.com.

Dance

Ballet Hispanico — Centennial Hall, 1020 E. University Blvd. Hispanic-American dance company showcases contemporary culture through movement and choreography. 8 p.m. March 3. $15-$37. 621-3341.

Farmers markets

Santa Cruz River Farmers Market — Santa Cruz River Park, on the west bank of the river between West Speedway and West St. Mary's Road. 3-6 p.m. Thursdays. 622-0525.

Tubac Farmers Market — Plaza de Anza, adjacent to the village of Tubac. From Tucson, take Interstate 19 south to Exit 34 and go east to the Frontage Road. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays. 398-2506.

El Presidio Mercado — El Presidio Park, West Alameda Street near North Church Avenue, Downtown. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fridays. 326-7810.

Farmers Market at the University of Arizona — West end of the UA Mall, in front of the Student Union. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fridays. 621-4550.

High Desert Farmers and Artisans Market — Robert Raikes Gallery, 3171 E. Everett St., Catalina. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. 358-2358.

Oro Valley Farmers Market — Oro Valley Town Hall, 11000 N. La Cañada Drive. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. 918-9811.

Plaza Palomino Saturday Market — 2970 N. Swan Road. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. 320-6344.

Rincon Valley Farmers Market — 12500 E. Old Spanish Trail, four miles east of Saguaro National Park. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. 591-2276.

Civano Artisans and Farmers Market — Civano Nursery, 5301 S. Houghton Road. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays. 248-9218.

St. Philip's Plaza Farmers Market — 4280 N. Campbell Ave. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays. 918-9811.

Farmers Market — Community Food Bank, 3003 S. Country Club Road. 8 a.m.-noon Tuesdays. 622-0525.

Downtown Farmers Market and Arts and Crafts Mercado — Joel D. Valdez Main Library, 101 N. Stone Ave. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays. 326-7810.

Festival, etc

UA Israel Week's Last Day — Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St. Tel Aviv Fashion Show and party aimed at increasing knowledge of Israel. 8-11 p.m. March 1. Visit uahillel.org/israelweek. Free. 624-6561.

Pueblo Estates annual Variety Show — Pueblo Estates Clubhouse, 145 Aliso Drive, Green Valley. "Peat and Repeat" is the theme of this collection of short skits, songs, dancing, instrumental music and comedy. Proceeds from this event are used for improvements and special projects in and around the clubhouse areas. 7 p.m. March 1-3. $8.50. 399-0583.

Festival 2007 — Green Valley West Social Center, 1111 Via Arco Iris. From Tucson, take Interstate 10 south to Exit 63, follow signs. Local artisans' show and sale. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. March 2; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. March 3. Free admission. 405-6618.

Fourth annual Nuestras Raíces Literary Arts Festival — Celebrating Mexican-American authors, arts and culture. March 2: The film "Los Lonely Boys: Cottonfields and Crossroads," 7 p.m., Screening Room, 127 E. Congress St. March 3: Literary Arts Festival with Mercado and Tamal Fest, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; reading by author Christine Granados, 4 p.m., Joel D. Valdez Main Library, 101 N. Stone Ave., and student films at 6 p.m. at the Screening Room. March 4: Tardeada/Afternoon Dance, 2-6 p.m., Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress St. March 6: bilingual writing workshop for children, with Rita Maria Magdaleno, 6 p.m., Quince Douglas Library, 1585 E. 36th St. March 7: bilingual writing workshop for children, with Magdaleno, 2 p.m., Woods Memorial Library, 3455 N. First Ave.; and bilingual writing workshop for teens, with Silviana Wood, 2 p.m., Sam Lena-South Tucson Library, 1601 S. Sixth Ave. Visit tppl.org for further details. Free. 791-4531.

Open House: Meet the Al-Marah Arabians — Al-Marah Arabian Horses, 4101 N. Bear Canyon Road. Learn about and pet some horses. Sales, breeding, lessons offered. 2 p.m. March 3. Free admission. 749-1162.

Silent Auction Fundraising Event — T-Rex Museum, 100 E. Drachman St. Bidding begins at 7 p.m. Children welcome and encouraged, activities for kids all evening. 6-9 p.m. March 3. Free. 792-2882.

Fiesta of Fiber — Hilton El Conquistador Golf and Tennis Resort, 10000 N. Oracle Road. Boutique and demonstrations of handwoven and fiber art. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. March 3. Free. 881-5064.

2007 Ostrich Festival — Tumbleweed Park, 2250 S. McQueen Road, Chandler. At the corner of McQueen and Germann roads (just south of new Loop 202 freeway at McQueen). Carnival rides and games, ostrich races, Purina Incredible Dog Challenge, history fair, exotic petting zoo, camel and pony rides, food, arts and craft vendors. 4 p.m.-midnight March 9; 10 a.m.-midnight March 10; noon-11 p.m. March 11. $7, with discounts available; $10 car parking; $5 motorcycle. 1-480-963-4571.

St. Patrick's Day Irish Party — Fox Theatre, 17 W. Congress St. Whether you're a little Irish, a lot Irish or not Irish at all, celebrate with live music by Round the House and Oceans Apart. 8 p.m. March 9. $14; $19; $30. 547-3040.

19th annual Renaissance Festival and Artisan Marketplace — 12601 E. Highway 60, Apache Junction. From Tucson, take Arizona 79 (Oracle Road) north to Florence Junction. Then go west seven miles on U.S. 60 to the Festival Village. An outdoor amusement park, puppet shows, glass blowers, belly dancers, fortunetellers, food booths, arts and crafts fair, jousting tournaments. Saturdays and Sundays through April 1. $20; discount tickets available at all Fry's Food and Drug stores. 1-520-463-2700. For more information, go online to renfestinfo.com.

Night life

Brat's Bar & Grill — 5975 W. Western Way Circle, Tucson Estates. Live music, 9-1 Fridays and Saturdays. 578-0341.

C-Note Lounge — 1302 W. Roger Road. Live music, 9-2 Fridays and Saturdays. 888-1331.

Eddie's Cocktails — 8510 E. Broadway. Dust Devils, 8-1 Fridays-Sundays and Wednesdays. 290-8750.

Lariat Steakhouse & Saloon — 16666 N. Oracle Road, Catalina. Live music, 8:30-1 Fridays and Saturdays; country line lessons, 7-9 Wednesdays. 825-9907.

Li'l Abner's Steakhouse — 8500 N. Silverbell Road. Dean Armstrong and the Arizona Dance Hands, 8-10 Fridays and Saturdays; Titan Valley Warheads, 6-10 Sundays. 744-2800.

The Maverick — 6622 E. Tanque Verde Road. Robert Moreno Band, 9 Fridays and Saturdays; Vince Moreno, 9 Tuesdays. 298-0430.

River's Edge Lounge — 4635 N. Flowing Wells Road. Bonecreek, 9-2 Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. 887-9027.

Jazz, world

Acacia at St. Philip's Plaza — 4340 N. Campbell Ave. Live jazz, 7-10 Fridays and Saturdays. 232-0101.

Antonio's — 2231 S. Fourth Ave. Live waila music, 8:30-1:30 Fridays-Sundays. 884-8086.

Arizona Inn — 2200 E. Elm St. Live music at the piano bar, 6-10 nightly. Smoke-free. 325-1541.

Auld Dubliner — 800 E. University Blvd. Nancy McCallion's Irish Trio, 9 March 9. 206-0323.

Bo-Jangles Saloon — 5244 S. Nogales Highway. Norteño music, 9 Fridays-Sundays. 889-6161.

Bamboo Room — China Rose Buffet Restaurant, 5101 E. Speedway. Live jazz, 8-11 Fridays and Saturdays. 327-6646.

Benihana — 6091 N. Oracle Road. Bryan Dean McGregor Trio, 7 Fridays-Tuesdays; Wheels, Mick and Nelly, 7 Wednesdays-Thursdays. 297-5555.

Bluefin Seafood Bistro — 7053 N. Oracle Road. Live jazz, 6-9 Thursdays, 8-11 Fridays and Saturdays. 531-8500.

Branding Iron — 2660 W. Ruthrauff Road. Live music, 9-1 Fridays and Saturdays. 293-7300.

Cactus Moon Cafe — 5470 E. Broadway. Live music, 9 Thursdays; Metal Head, 9 Tuesdays. 748-0049.

Cascade Lounge — Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, 7000 N. Resort Drive. Katy and Doug Martin, 5:30 Mondays-Thursdays; Tom Patterson, 8 Tuesdays-Fridays and 6 Saturdays. 299-2020.

Casa Vallarta — 8963 E. Tanque Verde Road. Acoustic guitar with Henry Soriano, 6-9 Saturday. 749-1339.

Casa Vicente — 375 S. Stone Ave. Classical guitar, 7 Thursdays; flamenco, 8 Fridays and Saturdays; piano, 7 Tuesdays; tango, 7 Wednesdays. 884-5253.

Colors Food & Spirits — 5305 E. Speedway. Susan Artemis, 6:30 Fridays; Pacific Breeze, 7 Saturdays; Dickie Steede, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays. 323-1840.

Delectables — 533 N. Fourth Ave. Bright & Childers, 7 Friday. 884-9289.

El Mezón del Cobre — 2960 N. First Ave. Live mariachi music, 7-10 Fridays and Saturdays. Smoke-free. 791-0977.

El Parador Restaurant and Cantina — 2744 E. Broadway. Salsa and merengue with Rafael Moreno y Descarga, 10-2 Fridays; salsarenge, 9:30-2 Saturdays. 881-2744.

Famous Sam's — 3010 W. Valencia Road. Live music, 9 Fridays and Saturdays. 883-8888.

Fraternal Order of Eagles 180 — 1530 N. Stone Ave. Big-band, easy listening, 1-3 Fridays. Smoke-free. 624-0246.

Guadalajara Grill — 1730 E. Prince Road. Latin trio, 6-9 Wednesdays, Fridays-Sundays; mariachi, 6-9 Tuesdays and Thursdays. 323-1022.

Hideout — 3000 S. Mission Road. Live music, 9 Fridays and Saturdays. Mexican and Tex-Mex. 791-0515.

Hotel Arizona — 181 W. Broadway. Bob Kay, 5-7 Thursdays. 624-8711.

Iguana Cafe — 210 E. Congress St. Live music, 8 Fridays, Saturdays. 882-5140.

Kingfisher Bar & Grill — 2564 E. Grant Road. Jazz, 9-midnight Mondays and Saturdays. 323-7739.

La Fuente — 1749 N. Oracle Road. El Mariachi de la Fuente, 6:30- closing Wednesdays-Sundays and 12:30-2 during Sunday brunch. Smoke-free. 623-8659.

La Parrilla Suiza — 2720 N. Oracle Road. Mariachi music, 7-9 Fridays and Saturdays. Smoke-free. 624-4300.

La Parrilla Suiza — 4250 W. Ina Road. Mariachi music, 6:30-8:30 Fridays and Saturdays. Smoke-free. 572-7200.

Last Territory Steakhouse & Music Hall — Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf and Tennis Resort, 10000 N. Oracle Road. Gerry Glombecki, 6 Wednesdays and Thursdays. Smoke-free. 544-5000.

Blue Moon — 1901 S. Fourth Ave. Mexican music and cumbia, 9 Fridays and Saturdays. 620-1020.

McMahon's Prime Steakhouse — 2959 N. Swan Road. Piano music, 7-10 nightly in the piano lounge. Smoke-free. 327-2333.

North — at La Encantada, 2995 E. Skyline Drive. Geoffrey J., 7 Thursdays on the patio. 299-1600.

November Bar and Grill — 4001 N. Romero Road. Live country music, Fridays; live Latin music, Saturdays; live music, Sundays. All shows 8-midnight. 407-9622.

Old Pueblo Grille — 60 N. Alvernon Way. Jazz with Pete Swan, 7-10 Sundays. Smoke-free area. 326-6000.

Palo Verde Bar and Grill — 5801 S. Palo Verde Road. Live music, 9 Saturday. 294-9496.

Ric's Cafe — 5605 E. River Road. Live jazz, 6-9 Fridays and Saturdays. 577-7272.

Shot in the Dark — 121 E. Broadway. Mark Bockel, 6 Fridays. 882-5544.

Travetti's Restaurant and Piano Bar — Continental Plaza, 190 W. Continental Road, Green Valley. Acoustic jazz with Blue Moon Trio, 6-9 Fridays, Saturdays; piano, 6-9 Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. 625-6062.

Westward Look Resort, Lookout Bar & Grille — 245 E. Ina Road. Live music, 8:30 Fridays and Saturdays. Smoke-free. 297-1151.

rock, blues

Base Bar — 6255 E. Golf Links Road. Live music, 9 Fridays and Saturdays. 571-8384.

Belushes Bar and Grill — 1112 E. Sixth St. Live music, 9-2 Saturdays. 903-9039.

Berky's Bar — 5769 E. Speedway. Live music, 9-1 Fridays-Mondays. 296-1981.

Boondocks — 330 N. First Ave. Neon Prophet, 9 Friday and March 9. 690-0991.

Che's Lounge — 350 N. Fourth Ave. Live music, 10:30-2 Saturdays. 623-2088.

Chicago Bar — 5954 E. Speedway. Live music, 9 nightly. Jane Crowe Band, 9 Sunday. 748-8169. 

Club Envy — 6211 E. Speedway. Fish Face, 10 Thursdays. 733-1231.

Famous Sam's — 2480 W. Ruthrauff Road. Live classic rock, 9 Fridays. 292-0492.

Famous Sam's — 7129 E. Golf Links Road. Live music, 9 Fridays and Saturdays. 296-1245.

Fenderskirts — 140 S. Kolb Road. Live music, 9 Fridays and Saturdays. 722-1214.

French Quarter — 3146 E. Grant Road. Matt Mitchell, 8 Monday. 318-4767.

Frog & Firkin — 874 E. University Blvd. Bob Einweck, 6-9 tonight. 623-7507.

Grumpy's — 4844 E. 22nd St. Doubletake, 8:30 Thursdays-Saturdays; hip-hop, rock, 9 Wednesdays. 790-5155.

O'Malley's — 247 N. Fourth Ave. Irish jam session at 7, Mockingbirds at 10 Thursdays; live music, 9-1 Saturdays. 623-8600.

Old Father Inn — 4080 W. Ina Road. Live music, 9 Fridays. No smoking in the restaurant. 744-1200.

Red Room — 100 E. Congress St. Live music, Fridays-Sundays. Call for showtimes. Smoke-free in restaurant, 6-11. 623-7621.

Outdoors

Raptor free flights — Arizona-Sonoran Desert Museum, 2021 N. Kinney Road. Flight demonstrations 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. daily. Museum hours: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. 883-2702.

Desert bird walk — Tucson Mountain Park, Ironwood Picnic Area, 1548 S. Kinney Road. Program lasts 60-90 minutes. 8 a.m. March 1. 877-6111.

First Fridays at Feliz! guided nature walk — Feliz Paseos Park, 1600 N. Camino de Oeste. This casual nature walk is designed for all ages and abilities. Program lasts 30-60 minutes. 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. March 2. 877-6111.

Companion Bird Symposium — Arizona Bird Clinic, 4727 N. First Ave. A lecture series for bird owners Reservations requested. Noon-1 p.m. Fridays through April 27. 293-7740.

Saturday morning bird walk at Feliz Paseos — Feliz Paseos Park, 1600 N. Camino de Oeste. This casual walk is geared toward beginning birders, but birders of all abilities are welcome. Bring plenty of water. Program lasts 60-90 minutes. 8:30 a.m. March 3. 877-6111.

Chef's Garden Tour — Westward Look Resort, 245 E. Ina Road. Jamie West and his team guide participants through the Westward Look's organic garden. 10 a.m. Saturdays through April 7. 297-0134.

Saturday Natural Wonders: "Wild Real Estate" — Roy P. Drachman- Agua Caliente Regional Park, 12325 E. Roger Road. Program lasts 60-90 minutes. 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. every Saturday in March. 877-6111.

UA shuttle tours — University of Arizona Visitor Center, 811 N. Euclid Ave. Tours of campus. 10-11:30 a.m. first Saturday of every month through June. 621-5130.

Open house: Meet the Al-Marah Arabians — Al-Marah Arabian Horses, 4101 N. Bear Canyon Road. Learn about and pet some horses. 2 p.m. the first Saturday of the month. 749-1162.

Mountain Bike Skills Training Clinic — Held on the Arizona Trail, Colossal Cave Mountain Park, 16721 E. Old Spanish Trail. One-day clinics combine skills practice using a variety of obstacles and techniques, a desert ride on newly built Arizona Trail, yoga for cyclists and chari massages. Event organized by Sol Journeys. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. March 4. $125. 795-0035.

Free admissions day — Tohono Chul Park, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte. Visit the park for free. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month. 742-6455.

Wake up with the birds — Roy P. Drachman-Agua Caliente Regional Park, 12325 E. Roger Road. Casual stroll geared toward beginning and intermediate birders. Program lasts 60-90 minutes. 8 a.m. Tuesdays in March. 877-6111.

"How to Find, Observe and Identify Northern Goshawks" — Purple Heart Park, ballfield bleachers, 10050 E. Rita Road. Seminar. 10 a.m.-noon Tuesdays through March 27. $10. 918-4221.

Third annual Transportation Lecture Series — Lobby of the Historic Train Depot, 400 N. Toole Ave. Tucson historian Bill Kalt's topic is "On the Ground in the Steam Age." 7-8 p.m. March 6. $5. 623-2223.

UA walking tours — University of Arizona Visitor Center, 811 N. Euclid Ave. Learn about the university's landmarks, history and traditions. Reservations requested; metered parking. 10-11:30 a.m. Wednesdays. 621-5130.

Bird walks at Arivaca Cienega — Take Interstate 19 south to Exit 48, then Arivaca Road 23 miles west. The Tucson Audubon Society and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service sponsor two- to three-hour walks. 8 a.m. Saturdays through April. 399-2873.

Poetry

The Lamplight Reading Series — El Ojito Springs Coffee House, 452 S. Stone Ave. Featuring Sally Ehrman. 4-6 p.m. the first Sunday of each month. Free. 624-4800.

"Poetry in the Hills! — A gala Evening of Poetry and Music" — St. Philip's in the Hills Episcopal Church, 4440 N. Campbell Ave. Featuring poet Rebecca Seiferle. The evening will also include song-poems by the 5 Seasons, readings by other poets, a reception and book signing by Seiferle. Advance tickets at Antigone Books, 411 N. Fourth Ave., or call 299-4953. 7-9 p.m. March 9. $8; $10 at door; $5 students. 790-7061.

Screenings

Spirit in Film! Spring Film Series — St. Philip's in the Hills Episcopal Church, 4440 N. Campbell Ave., Murphey Gallery. "Two Women Fire-Eaters" and "Closer Than Ever," sponsored by Tacheria Interfaith Spirituality Center. 7-9 p.m. March 2. Free. 548-7426.

International Art Society Spring Film Series — UA Integrated Learning Center, Room 120, 1500 E. University Blvd. "Cheun Gwong Tsa Sit" (1997), directed by Wong Kar Wai. 7 p.m. March 2. Free. 621-3527.

First Friday Shorts: Monthly Short Film Contest — The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway. 9 p.m. March 2. $5. 795-0844.

"Ten Essential Directors From Hollywood's Golden Age" — UA Center for Creative Photography, 1020 N. Olive Road. Washington, D.C., film historian Max Alvarez will highlight the careers of the 10 directors. Reservations required. 9 a.m.-noon March 3. $30; discounts available. 626-9825.

Southern Arizona ACLU film screening — Wilmot Library, 530 N. Wilmot Road. The Southern Arizona Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union will show "Beyond the Patriot Act." 3-4 p.m. March 3. Free. 791-9102.

"Purple Heart" movie premiere — Fox Tucson Theatre, 17 W. Congress St. An intense psychological thriller. Star/producer and director will be in attendance. Autograph signings. 4 p.m. March 3. $8.50; discounts available. 547-3040.

"The Impact of NAFTA and Globalization on U.S. Immigration: Part One" — Unitarian Universalist Church of Tucson, Awareness Room, 4831 E. 22nd St. Slide presentation from Mexico labor delegation on the underlying causes of today's Latin American immigration to the United States and humane strategies to fix NAFTA and the immigration system. 12:15-2:15 p.m. March 4. Free. 299-6281.

"Venezuela Bolivariana: Five Factories" — UA Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering Auditorium, 1130 N. Mountain Ave. Two films documenting the history of the Hugo Chavez-led Bolivarian Revolution and showing the revolution in action in factories across Venezuela being managed by the workers themselves. 7-9 p.m. March 5. Free. 622-6419.

"Brats: Our Journey Home" — The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway. American military "brats"' of all ethnicities share intimate memories about growing up on military bases around the world, then struggling to fit into an America with which they have little in common. Director Donna Musil will introduce the film and host a post-film discussion and Q&A. 7 p.m. March 6. $5. 795-0844.

Spirit in Film! Spring Film Series — St. Philip's in the Hills Episcopal Church, 4440 N. Campbell Ave., Murphey Gallery. Screening of "Alex and Lexie" and "The Letter Writer," sponsored by the Tacheria Interfaith Spirituality Center. 7-9 p.m. March 9. Free. 548-7426.

International Art Society Spring Film Series — UA Integrated Learning Center, Room 120, 1500 E. University Blvd. "Chelovek's Kino-Apparatom" (1929), directed by Wong Kar Wai. 7 p.m. March 9. Free. 621-3527.

Shopping

Art and Craft Show — Fry's Food and Drug, 7870 N. Silverbell Road, Marana. Portion of the proceeds benefits the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. March 2-3; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. March 4. Free. 498-4949.

Arts and Crafts Show — Rincon Country Mobile Home Park Clubhouse, 3411 S. Camino Seco. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. March 2; 8 a.m.-2 p.m. March 3. Free. 885-7851.

Pantano Resource and Craft Fair — Pantano Christian Church, 10355 E. 29th St. Inspirational gifts, home décor, jewelry, art, candles, kitchen and food items. Also learn how to start your own business, or just have fun shopping. Food and drink available for purchase. 5:30-8:30 p.m. March 2; 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. March 3. Free admission. 298-5395.

Arts and Crafts Sun Fair — Joaquin Murrieta Park, 1400 N. Silverbell Road. Includes kids activity area and food court. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. March 3-4. Free. 791-4683.

Rummage and Bake Sale — The Holy Way Presbyterian Church, 4221 W. Ajo Way. Furniture, large and small appliances, tools, toys, crafts, books, clothing. 7 a.m.-noon March 3. Free. 883-9417.

Antique Fair — Lew Sorensen Community Center, 11100 E. Tanque Verde Road. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. March 4. Free. 232-1201.

Valley Crafter Show and Sale — Community Presbyterian Church, 590 S. Huachuca St., Benson. 5-8 p.m. March 8; 9 a.m.-7 p.m. March 9; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. March 10. Free. 586-1908.

Guatemalan Show and Sale — Tohono Chul Park, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte. Demonstrations and sale of handcrafted Guatemalan folk art and textiles. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 9. Free admission. 742-6455.

Social dance

Social dancing — Hotel Arizona, 181 W. Broadway. Oldies but goodies, with Bob Kay, 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. 624-8711.

Frühling Dance — Fraternal Order of Police Lodge, 3445 N. Dodge Blvd. Music by Norm Siess and Helmut Kron Band. 7-11 p.m. March 3. $8. 546-6663.

Social dancing — Singles and Friends, 2447 N. Los Altos Ave. 8 p.m. Saturdays. $6. 623-7875.

Social and line dancing — Armory Park Senior Center, 220 S. Fifth Ave. Social dancing, 2 Sundays, $2. 791-4865.

Square dancing — Comanche Wells Mobile Home Park, 775 W. Roger Road. 7 p.m. Mondays. $3. 795-4059.

Monday evening line dancing — Resurrection Lutheran Outreach Center, 11575 N. First Ave. 6:30 p.m. beginner dancing; 7:15 easy intermediate dancing; 8:15 p.m. intermediate dancing. Mondays. $5. 797-7295.

Israeli folk dancing — Jewish Community Center, 3800 E. River Road. 7 p.m. beginners; 8:30 p.m. advanced. Tuesdays. $5. 299-3000.

Theater

"Romeo and Juliet" — Marroney Theatre, UA Fine Arts Complex, North Park Avenue and East Speedway. Arizona Repertory Theatre presents Shakespeare's tragedy. 7:30 p.m. March 1-3, 8-10, 23-24; 1:30 p.m. March 4, 10, 24-25. $26; $24 seniors, UA employees, military; $19 students. 621-1162.

"42nd Street" — Pima Community College Proscenium Theatre, 2202 W. Anklam Road. PCC Theatre Arts presents the classic musical. 7:30 p.m. March 1-3; 2 p.m. March 4. $10-$14; $6 student matinee 10 a.m. March 2. 206-6986.

"Arsenic and Old Lace" — Canyon del Oro High School, 25 W. Calle Concordia. A comedy about two ladies who populate their cellar with the remains of socially and religiously "acceptable" roomers. 7-9 p.m. March 1-2. $2. 696-5692.

"Steel Magnolias" — Live Theatre Workshop, 5317 E. Speedway. Directed by Sabian Trout, this comedy revolves around the lives of a close-knit circle of friends. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays through March 18. $14-$17. 327-4242.

"The Two Amigos, or All Swords of Trouble!" — Gaslight Theatre, 7010 E. Broadway. Written and directed by Peter Van Slyke, musical direction by Linda Ackermann. 7 p.m. March 1; 7 and 9:30 p.m. March 2; 3, 7 and 9:30 p.m. March 3; 3 and 7 p.m. March 4; 7 p.m. March 6-8; 7 and 9:30 p.m. March 9-10. Runs through March 24. $15.95; discounts available. 886-9428.

"An American Millionaire" — Top Hat Theatre Club, 3110 E. Fort Lowell Road. Comedy by the club. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 3 p.m. Sundays. Preview March 2; regular shows March 3 through April 1. Preview: $12; regular shows: $15-$17. 326-6800.

"Fat Pig" — Live Theatre Workshop, 5317 E. Speedway. The late-night series Etcetera presents this Neil LaBute drama about how Americans perceive obesity. Directed by Chuck Rankin. 10:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through March 17. $10; $8 students, seniors and military. 327-4242.

"Murder at Magic Manor" — Mystery Mansion Dinner Theater, 1800 E. Fort Lowell Road. An interactive comedy whodunit. Reservations strongly suggested. 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. $35, includes three-course candlelit dinner and play. 624-0172.

"Alice in Wonderland" — Arts for All Little Theater, 2520 N. Oracle Road. Arts for All's Community Wide Productions presents Brainerd Duffield's adaptation of the Lewis Carroll classic. 7 p.m. March 2; 2 and 7 p.m. March 3; 2 p.m. March 4. $10; $6 children. 622-4100, Ext. 204.

"Close Ties" — Atria Bell Court Garden, 6653 E. Carondelet Drive. Catalina Players presents a family drama by Elizabeth Diggs about how to provide for the family's aging matriarch. Dinner begins at 6 p.m., and show begins at 7:30 p.m. March 2-3; matinee 1:30 p.m. March 4. $24.50 for dinner and show; $15 show-only matinee. 409-8407.

"Molly's Delicious" — Temple of Music and Art, 330 S. Scott Ave. Arizona Theatre Company presents a romantic comedy by Craig Wright set in an apple orchard. Previews 8 p.m. March 3, 7 p.m. March 4 and 7:30 p.m. March 8. Regular shows are 8 p.m. March 10; 2 and 7 p.m. March 11; $26-$47. 622-2823.

"The Princess and the Pea" — Live Theatre Workshop, 5317 E. Speedway. All Together Theatre presents this play adapted by Bebe Fischer with original music by Jay Everett. 1 p.m. Sundays through March 11. $8; $5 students and seniors. 327-4242.

"I Am My Own Wife" — Temple of Music and Art, 330 S. Scott Ave. Arizona Theatre Company presents a one-man play by Doug Wright. It is the real-life story of transvestite Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, a German who survived the Nazis. Mature themes and language. Previews: 7:30 p.m. March 6-7. Regular shows: 7:30 p.m. March 9 and 13; runs through April 15; $26-$47. 622-2823.

"My Fair Lady" — Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 5247 E. Brown Road, Mesa. The Lerner and Loewe musical tells the story of a distinguished phonetics professor who wagers that he can transform a Cockney flower girl into a cultured young lady. March 1-April 14. Call for specific matinee dates and times. 6 p.m. dinner and 8 p.m. show Tuesdays-Saturdays; 5:30 p.m. dinner and 7 p.m. show Sundays. $43-$52, $20 age 12 and under, includes dinner and show. Show only: $25. 1-480-325-6700.

Visual arts

Alliance Bank of Arizona Gallery — 4703 E. Camp Lowell Road. "The West . . . in Brush!" features works by various artists. Through April 27. 784-6021.

Arts Partnership Gallery — 125 S. Arizona Ave. "Under the Sky," oil paintings by Shana Zimmerman, opens with a reception 5-8 p.m. March 9. Show runs through March 31. 603-5341.

Conrad Wilde Gallery — 210 N. Fourth Ave. "Second Annual Encaustic Invitational" by 20 artists from around the United States. Opening reception 6-9 p.m. March 3, with a live performance at 7:30 p.m. by Los Angeles artists Nancy Popp and Adam Overton. Show runs through April 28. 622-8997.

The Drawing Studio — 214 N. Fourth Ave. "Out of the Box," juried works by associate members on display March 1-31. Opening reception 6-9 p.m. March 3. 620-0947.

Gallery at the Gardens — Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way. Christina McNearney and her Pima Community College students will exhibit a new twist to the established botanical print. March 2-30. Reception 5-7 p.m. March 7. 326-9686.

The Gallery at 6th & 6th — 439 N. Sixth Ave., Suite 171. "Master of the Line," paintings and selected works on paper by Ulfert Wilke. March 3-April 21. Reception 4-7 p.m. March 10. 903-0650.

Grogan Gallery of Fine Art — 5425 N. Kolb Road. "Morphology," the Mary Catania Murphy solo exhibition. Pre-showing March 7-8. Opening reception 7-10 p.m. March 9. Show runs through March 31. 577-8787.

Lionel Rombach Gallery — UA Fine Arts Complex, North Park Avenue and East Speedway. "Memento Mori," works by Nika Kaiser. March 5-23. 626-4215.

Loews Ventana Canyon Resort — 7000 N. Resort Drive. Sports artist Opie Otterstad kicks off spring training with a show featuring paintings and limited-edition prints throughout the resort. March 1-31. 299-2020.

Monkey Box — 100 N. Stone Ave., Suite 102. An exhibition of works by Jeffrey Jonczyk opens March 3. Through April 30. 623-3500.

Obsidian Gallery — St. Philip's Plaza, 4320 N. Campbell Ave., features jewelry, ceramics and mixed media by seven artists. March 3-April 14. 577-3598.

Temple Gallery — 330 S. Scott Ave., in Temple of Music and Art. "Lynn Taber: Pastels" opens with a reception, 5:30-7:30 p.m. March 9. Show runs through April 18. 624-7370.

Tohono Chul Park — 7366 N. Paseo del Norte. "hand+spirit+art exhibit," Arizona Designer Craftsmen members' juried exhibition, opens with a reception 5:30 p.m. March 8. Runs through May 20. Free, with park admission: $5; discounts available. Free admission on the first Tuesday of the month. 742-6455.

Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa — 3800 E. Sunrise Drive. "Tucson Symphony Orchestra Art of Music." Southwestern artists have transformed donated Instruments and cello cases into works of arts by painting, embellishing and decorating them. They will be auctioned off to raise money for the Tucson Symphony Orchestra at a dinner with music and both live and silent auctions. 5:30 p.m. March 3. $150 per person. 544-9030.

Arts Partnership Gallery — 125 S. Arizona Ave. "Ilene Meyer: Surrealist Painter," through March 2. 603-5341.

Bear's Path Gallery — 8806 E. Tanque Verde Road. "Artists' Choice" is an eclectic show of oil paintings by local and emerging artists, through March 3. 760-1416.

Blue Raven Gallery & Gifts — At the Many Hands Courtyard, 3054 N. First Ave.. "Heartful Artworks," by various artists, runs through March 16. Benefits Lend a Hand Senior Outreach. 623-1003.

Bohemia — 299 S. Park Ave. "Derelict Landscapes" by Kurt Snell. Show runs through March 21. 882-0800.

The Campus Christian Center Art Gallery — 715 N. Park Ave. "Guardian Angels of National Parks," paintings by Jan Kyle Petersen, runs through March 12. 623-7575.

Center for Creative Photography — UA Fine Arts Complex, North Park Avenue and East Speedway. "Human Interest: Photoessays From the Collection" features various photographers, through May 27. 621-7968.

Cochise College art department — Douglas Campus, 4190 W. Highway 80, Douglas. Works in various media by Valley Union High School students. Show runs through March 8. 1-520-417-4025.

Conrad Wilde Gallery — 210 N. Fourth Ave. "La Ciudad/La Citta," an architectural installation by Anne-Marie Nequette, through Sept. 8.

DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun — 6300 N. Swan Road. "The Way of the Cross," original oils and watercolors by the late Ettore "Ted" DeGrazia, depicts the suffering and crucifixion of Christ. Through April 19. 299-9191.

Desert Artisans Gallery — La Plaza Shoppes, 6536 E. Tanque Verde Road. "20th Anniversary" features works, traditional and contemporary, by more than 40 artists, through March 19. 722-4412.

Dinnerware Contemporary Art Gallery — 101 W. Sixth St. A spring contemporary art auction with more than 75 artists' work in a variety of media. Show runs through March 16. Live art auction at 7 p.m. March 16, with a gala reception at 6 p.m. All proceeds go to general operating support for Dinnerware. 792-4503.

Etherton Gallery — 135 S. Sixth Ave. "Figuratively Speaking" features paintings by Paula Wittner and Eriks Rudans and photographs by Mary Daniel Hobson, through March 17. 624-7370.

Galeria La Sirena — 2905 E. Broadway. An exhibition of Puerto Rican works of art on paper by Wilfredo Labioso, Jorge Zeno and Daphne Elvira, through March 23. 319-1262.

Galleria Mistica — 2318 S. Fourth Ave. "Myth, Legend and Angelic Faith," one-man show by David Tineo, through March 15. 622-8000.

The Gallery — Brandt Fenton Memorial Park Visitor Center, 3482 E. River Road. "Artists' Choice," works by the Contemporary Artists of Southern Arizona, through March 18. 577-0664.

Gallery Centella — 340 S. Convent Ave. "Body in Bronze," a sculpture exhibit by Jorge Marin, through March 3. 798-3400.

Lionel Rombach Gallery — UA Fine Arts Complex, North Park Avenue and East Speedway. "Memorializing Conflicts," works by graduate students. Through March 2. 626-4215.

Louis Carlos Bernal Gallery — Pima Community College Center for the Arts, West Campus, 2202 W. Anklam Road. "Narrative Interplays," work by Blake Shell, Peter HappelChristian, Shelley Lawrence and Steven Soloway. Show runs through March 30. 206-6942.

Mesa Contemporary Arts at Mesa Arts Center — 1 E. Main St., Mesa. "Margaret Whiting: Laws and Nature," a commentary on environmental issues, through March 5. "Jelly," an installation by Gwyneth Scally, runs through April 22. Reception 7-9 p.m. March 22. $3.50; free every Thursday. 1-480-644-6560.

Mesa Southwest Museum — 53 N. Macdonald St., Mesa. "Grand Canyon Grandeur: Early Paintings and Prints From the Hays Collection," through March 18. $8; discounts available. 1-480-644-2230.

Native Goods Art Gallery — Arizona State Museum at the University of Arizona, 1013 E. University Blvd. "Walking in Two Worlds: The Art of Jerry Brown," through March 2. 626-8381.

Ode Gallery — 175 E. 12th St. Works by comedienne Phyllis Diller. Featuring a 1903 Victorian mansion filled with Christmas decorations, home and garden décor, and jewelry. Through March 31. 622-8720.

Philabaum Glass Gallery — St. Philip's Plaza, 4280 N. Campbell Ave. "25 Years of Philabaum," featuring work by its founder and curator, Tom Philabaum. Through April 7. 299-1939.

Platform Gallery — 439 N. Sixth Ave. An exhibition of paintings by Barbara Brandel and Jesse Wood, also featuring sculpture by Aaron Kramer, through March 24. 882-3886.

Southern Arizona Association for the Visually Impaired — 3767 E. Grant Road. "Gems of the Desert," a mixed-media show by artists of the Southwest League of Fine Arts, through March 29. 795-1331.

Stone Avenue Gallery — First Light Creative Center, 2007 N. Stone Ave. "Mix It Up," a multimedia exhibit by many artists, through March 16. 624-1288.

Tohono Chul Park — 7366 N. Paseo del Norte. "The Color of Light: Southwest Quilts and Fiber Art" is a group exhibit through March 11. Free, with park admission: $5; discounts available. Free admission on the first Tuesday of the month. 742-6455.

Tucson International Airport — 7150 S. Tucson Blvd. "Journey West: Tucson to Ajo," by Tom Kiefer, is in the Gallery, on the ticketing level, through March 31. Also on exhibit is a small collection of works by Kaye Guerin Yourstarshining, through March 31. Open 24 hours.

Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block — 140 N. Main Ave., Downtown. "The Virgin, Saints and Angels: South American Paintings 1600-1825 From the Thoma Collection," on view through April 29. The exhibit showcases the works from the Viceroyalty of Peru. "Jane Hammond: Paper Work," on view through April 29. Meet the Artist: in the main gallery, 5:30 p.m. March 2. $10; $5 members. Reservations requested. Reception: 6:30 p.m. March 2. $10. Exhibit: $8; discounts available. 624-2333.

Union Gallery — 1303 E. University Blvd., third floor of the Student Union Memorial Center. "Revelations and Excavations," abstract oil and mixed-media paintings by Elizabeth Quinn-Worrall, through March 2. 621-6142.

UA Museum of Art — UA Fine Arts Complex, North Park Avenue and East Speedway. "An Abundant Legacy," on view through March 11; and "Out of the Past," through March 18. 621-7567.

WomanKraft — 388 S. Stone Ave. "Women Artists of Bali," showcasing work by 32 artists, runs through March 31. 629-9976.

Art talk — Tucson Museum of Art, 140 N. Main Ave. Docent Corinne Milton will speak March 1 on "Jewish Artists: Frida Kahlo to Camille Pissaro." On March 8 docent Cirla Hans will discuss "Tucson Architecture: Mission to Modern." Both talks are at 1:30 p.m.. Free. 624-2333.

Oracle Artists' studio tour — Self-guided tour of studios and galleries. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 3-4. For more information or to get a map of the tour, call 1-520-896-9200 or 1-800-699-3043 or go to the Web site, www.jerryparra.com/art-tour.

Tucson Artists' Open Studios and preview exhibition reception — A preview exhibiton and reception from 6 to 8 p.m. March 2 at ArtFare, 55 N. Sixth Ave., will kick off the two-weekend Tucson Artists' Open Studios. More than 110 artists in 55 locations in the metro area will welcome visitors from noon until 5 p.m. March 3-4 and March 10-11. Detailed guide maps will be available March 2 at the exhibition, which will be open during the studio tour. For more information on maps and studio listings, go to www.tucsonopenstudios.com. 628-7047.

Center for Creative Photography — UA Fine Arts Complex, North Park Avenue and East Speedway. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays; noon-5 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays. Free. 621-7968.

Ironwood Gallery at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum — 2021 N. Kinney Road. 10 a.m.-4 p.m daily. Free, with museum admission: $12; discounts available. 883-3024.

Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block — 140 N. Main Ave., Downtown. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays; noon-4 p.m. Sundays. $8; discounts available. 624-2333.

UA Museum of Art — UA Fine Arts Complex, North Park Avenue and East Speedway. Free. 621-7567.