# Event Details - **Event Name**: Lunchtime Theater: Phoenix Opera, Celebrating America - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: The Phoenix Opera will perform a medley of familiar American classics surrounded by a gallery of artworkAbout this EventABOUT THE PERFORMERSCelebrate the 250th anniversary of America's independence with a medley of songs by some of the Phoenix Operas most impressive voices presenting Gershwin and other American Classics. Come sing along with your favorites.Drawn from a repertoire of popular works from the late 18th through early 20th centuries, the Phoenix Opera productions are literally the favorite operas of all time! Founded in 2005 by Gail Dubinbaum and John Massaro, Phoenix Opera presented the elegant La Boheme in the 2007/2008 season, followed by the grandeur of Aida and the splendor of Tosca in the 2008/2009 season, and in the 2009/2010 season, the sizzling hot Carmen and the hauntingly romantic favorite, Madame Butterfly. The Phoenix Opera have been popular performers in the Arts HQ Gallery's Lunchtime Theater series for the past 10 years.L UNCHTIME THEATERLunchtime Theater is a seasonal musical and theater performance program offered to enrich the community of the West Valley in Arizona. Presented in partnership with the West Valley Arts Council and the City of Surprise, and hosted at the Arts HQ Gallery, it is a unique, diverse, and intimate experience among the visual and performing arts. Surrounded by gallery artwork, Arizona talent from the Phoenix Opera to local jazz trios and theater groups perform in an afternoon 1-hour show once a month from October-April. Ticket reservations are required in advance, and attendees are welcome to bring their own lunch or go out and support one of the many local restaurants in Surprise. Open seating begins at 11:30am, and each performance runs 12noon-1pm. (623) 584-2626.The Arts HQ Gallery is located at 16126 N. Civic Center Plaza, Ste 102, in Surprise, AZ just north of the Surprise City Hall. Free parking on either side of the one-story building. The entrance is on the west side. Additional parking in the adjacent City Court parking lot.FOR SEASON PASSES to the 2025/2026 Lunchtime Theater series >>> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-2026-season-pass-lunchtime-theater-performances-tickets-1596639394409?aff=oddtdtcreator https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/d3b6e0c0-8c2d-11f0-9c5f-cd27b3802ea0-rimg-w987-h740-dc62442e-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/d454a760-8c2d-11f0-8110-718a93934f4e-rimg-w987-h740-dc606060-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/d4dc7500-8c2d-11f0-99cd-752bf2e2ddba-rimg-w572-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/surprise/lunchtime-theater-phoenix-opera-celebrating-america/100001560540120509 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, performances, music, art, live-music, theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 21.05, max: 21.05, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Surprise - **state**: AZ - **country**: United States - **location**: West Valley Arts HQ Gallery - **lat**: 33.6302712 - **long**: -112.3683637 - **full address**: West Valley Arts HQ Gallery, 16126 North Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Lunchtime Theater: Phoenix Opera, Celebrating America - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/de33f01096504d5087310ada1be8889a03e62c7b316a0e9f801e83e25ee5ca42-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf0f0ec-gmir.jpg?v=1757278895 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Lunchtime Theater: Phoenix Opera, Celebrating America being held? - **A:** Lunchtime Theater: Phoenix Opera, Celebrating America takes place on Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm at West Valley Arts HQ Gallery, 16126 North Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Lunchtime Theater: Phoenix Opera, Celebrating America? - **A:** Tickets for Lunchtime Theater: Phoenix Opera, Celebrating America are priced at USD 21 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 21 + USD 3 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Lunchtime Theater: Phoenix Opera, Celebrating America? - **A:** Lunchtime Theater: Phoenix Opera, Celebrating America is organized by West Valley Arts Council. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Lunchtime Theater: Phoenix Opera, Celebrating America is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Surprise, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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