Traci Baker
Mark your calendar for the latest in entertainment, brought to you by the PebbleCreek Activities Office. All events are at 7:00 p.m. in the Renaissance Theatre unless indicated otherwise. All concerts/comedy shows are priced at $25 unless otherwise noted.
Events marked with ** have tickets available online at: tickets.pebblecreekhoa.org.
Fourth of July Bus Trip to Diamondbacks Game – July 4, 2016 — Includes All You Can Eat Seats and Fireworks Show!
Join fellow PebbleCreek friends on this fun bus trip to enjoy the Arizona Diamondbacks take on the San Diego Padres this Fourth of July. Our group will be seated in the Club level where we will enjoy unlimited ballpark fare like Ball Park hot dogs, chips, popcorn, peanuts, Pepsi products and Aquafina from the time gates open until the seventh inning! Seats on this level are extra-wide and have added leg room! To commemorate the star-spangled holiday, the Diamondbacks will feature a spectacular fireworks show at the conclusion of the game. On sale now at the Activities Office; check only; $60 per person
Verde Valley Wine Trail Tour w/Lunch Bus Day Trip – July 9, 2016
Located in beautiful northern Arizona, the Verde Valley Wine Trail invites wine enthusiasts to experience a destination rich in history, beauty and the production of exquisite Arizona wines. The wineries along the trail offer a variety of skillfully crafted wines to satisfy any wine taster’s palate. Every winery has its own unique personality and distinct wines for visitors to discover at each stop along the Wine Trail. $99 per person; cash or check only. This event is currently wait-list only.
**OK Chorale Concert – July 15 – Tuscany Falls Ballroom
Dedicated to the preservation of the historic Old West in songs and stories, The OK Chorale’s approach to Arizona’s history is truly unique. Travel back to the Arizona of the late 1800s with timeless music and authentic wardrobes. Learn about the characters and events that made this a legendary time in American history. You’ll hear songs by great artists like Marty Robbins, Gene Autry, Rex Allen, Sons of the Pioneers and many more. $25; on sale now online and at the Activities Office
Pageant of the Masters and Catalina Island Bus Trip – July 26 through 29
Back by popular demand – the Pageant of the Masters – a remarkable presentation of living pictures. Cast members re-create classical and contemporary artwork paintings, sculptures, posters, ceramic pieces, jewelry and more! Innovative makeup and costumes, intricate sets, state of the art lighting, live narration, a full pit-orchestra and the atmospheric amphitheater combine to make this the finest production of its kind in the world.
Day One: Depart the valley and travel to southern California. Check into your hotel, the Best Western Plus. Dinner and shopping are on your own this evening at the Irvine Spectrum. Day Two: Breakfast is included this morning at the hotel. Then board the Catalina Express for Catalina Island, the Island of Romance, located just 26 miles out to sea. An Avalon City Tour and Undersea Tour are included. Day Three: Breakfast is included this morning at the hotel. Travel to Laguna Beach for the Arts festival and an included dinner at Tivoli Terrace located on the festival grounds. This will be devoted to the Laguna Arts Festival and the spectacular Pageant of the Masters, where characters from famous masterpieces are portrayed live before your eyes in an open air amphitheater under the stars. Sit back and relax as portraits and sculptures come to life accompanied by a full orchestra. Day Four: Breakfast is included this morning at the hotel. This morning, tour the Chocxo Bean to Bar Chocolatier, beginning with a 20-minute guided bean to bar chocolate tour along the chocolate education wall. Finish the tour with warm liquid shots of chocolate and a goodie bag of treats, then depart for home. $850/person (double) and $1099/person (single); cash or check only. On sale now at the Activities Office.
Cary Long, Comedian – August 12 – Tuscany Falls Ballroom
Cary Long is a fresh new face on the comedy scene. His act is full of everyday situations that everyone can relate to. He combines accents, cultures and nationalities into a rib-tickling performance that will have audiences laughing at themselves. Cary’s comedy is observational and he gets a lot of his routine from people he sees that day. So if you are in the vicinity be fore-warned. His take on relationships between men and women will have couples pointing at each other saying “I told you so!” In short, he is clean, funny and a must see! On sale now online and at the Activities Office at 9:00 a.m.; $25
Broadway Meets National Parks Tuacahn and Brigham’s Playhouse Bus Trip – August 22 through 25
Combine the beauty of the National Parks of the Southwest with the best of Broadway in this one of a kind summer getaway. The Tuacahn Theatre brings Broadway in the Desert to southern Utah. The theatre company features Utah’s finest actors in some of Broadway’s greatest productions in an intimate, outdoor theatre enhanced by the brilliant, natural redrock backdrop. And Brigham’s Playhouse, also in St. George, is Utah’s most intimate theatre. Day One: Depart the valley and travel to Mesquite, Nevada. Enroute, tour the Valley of Fire State Park. Check into the Casa Blanca for the evening. Day Two: Today will be spent touring Zion National Park followed by a performance at Brigham’s Playhouse. Return to Mesquite for the evening. Day Three: You will have time to explore St. George today before an evening performance at Tuacahn. Return to Mesquite for the evening. Day Four: Depart for home. Enroute tour the Ethyl M Chocolate Factory. $595/person (double) and $725/person (single); cash or check only. On sale June 14, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. at the Activities Office.
Musical Instruments Museum Day Bus Trip – September 9
The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) displays more than 6,000 instruments collected from around 200 of the world’s countries and territories. Most displays are enhanced by state-of-the-art audio and video technologies that allow guests to see the instruments, hear their sounds and observe them being played in their original contexts. $99/person; cash or check only. On sale July 7, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. at the Activities Office.
‘56 – The 1950s Rock and Roll Revue – September 23, 2016 – Tuscany Falls Ballroom
Then: ’56—a year that featured Coup de Villes and drive-in movies, Ed Sullivan and Milton Berle in your living room once a week, Mickey Mantle leading the Yankees to the pennant and Grace Kelly leaving Hollywood’s silver screen to become a Princess. Elvis had four Top Ten hits that year alongside Dean Martin and The Platters and he became a movie star — all in 1956. Now: ’56—four amazing musicians, individually accomplished in other genres, come together to ask this question: “What if all those legends from Sun Records and the Louisiana Hayride never went to Hollywood, never made TV shows and movies, but were still just playing today?” ’56 is the answer! So put your glad rags on and grab your best gal or guy and get ready to rock! On sale July 12, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. at the Activities office; $25
Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Bus Trip – October 5 through 8
This incredible tour includes ground transportation, three nights accommodations at the Comfort Inn and Suites, breakfast and dinner daily, two visits to the Balloon Fiesta and Santa Fe and Albuquerque sightseeing.
Day One: Travel by Motorcoach from the valley to Albuquerque, New Mexico. Check into the Comfort Inn and Suites. A welcome dinner is included this evening. Day Two: A deluxe continental breakfast is included at the hotel. It’s an early morning today as you view the mass ascension where almost 800 balloons ascend into the morning air. Then you will travel the scenic Turquoise Trail to Santa Fe, the oldest seat of government in the United States. Famous for its unique mix of Spanish and Indian cultures, the rows of streets of Santa Fe are lined with buildings of distinctive design, adobe houses and interesting shops. Our visit to this historic city features the Palace of the Governors and Historic Square. Return to Albuquerque for the evening. Dinner is included. Day Three: A deluxe continental breakfast is included at the hotel. Today you will tour the Acoma Pueblo, including the new Sky City Museum. Return to Albuquerque and enjoy a city tour, including Old Town, San Felipe de Neri Church and the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. The Sandia Peak Tram and its fantastic view is your next destination. Dinner is included followed by the Special Shapes Glow and After-Glow Fireworks. Day Four: A deluxe continental breakfast is included at the hotel, then depart for home. $795/person (double) and $995/person (single); cash or check only. On sale July 26, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. at the Activities Office.
Unforgettable Too (The music of Nat King and Natalie Cole) – October 7, 2016 – Tuscany Falls Ballroom
There was a time when music was the king of entertainment. People dressed to the hilt and flocked to clubs where the champagne flowed and the dance floor was packed. It was a simpler time when music brought people together and romance was in the air. Unforgettable Too seamlessly recreates this very special time and affords you the opportunity to experience something that is truly rare in today’s technology dominated times. Join Chelsea Faulds along with an incredible eight-piece band perform spectacular arrangements of some of the greatest songs ever written as they were performed by the great Nat King Cole and his daughter Natalie Cole. Unforgettable Too is an evening that will bring back your treasured memories and one that will certainly create a few new ones! On sale August 2, 2016 at 9 a.m. at the Activities office; $25
Chic Boutique – November 2, 2016 – Tuscany Falls Ballroom
Tickets available the day of the event; the cost is a donation of two or more canned or boxed food items per person. Bar will be open and appetizer plates will be available for purchase. Clothing, jewelry, purses, cosmetics, skin care, wigs, scarves, accessories and more! Don’t miss it—.
**Chance Tinder’s Salute to Elvis Presley – November 4, 2016 – Renaissance Theatre
Who better to re-open the beautiful Renaissance Theatre than the King himself? Well, at least as close as we can get with the incredible Chance Tinder’s Salute to Elvis Presley! Chance has been a part of the Elvis Presley phenomenon since the late 1980s as both himself and as Elvis and is an alumni of the award winning Las Vegas celebrity look-alike production shows, Legends In Concert, American Superstars and Showstoppers Live! His secret to a great Elvis tribute: “It’s about believing that it is not so much the voice that’s most important, but knowing how to become the man himself on that stage. It’s all about the attitude of Elvis – shy but confident – he’s always knew exactly what he was doing.” Through all of his experiences in show business, none has given Chance more gratification and fulfillment than paying tribute to the legendary King Of Rock ‘n Roll, Elvis Presley! On sale September 6, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. online and at the Activities office; $25
Holiday Shopping Bus Trip to Nordstrom and Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall – Monday, November 7
Tickets on sale October 4, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. at Activities Office; pricing to be announced.
**A Motown Christmas Party – December 9, 2016 – Renaissance Theatre
The Four Tops, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder and Gladys Knight are all featured in this festive tribute to the season and the music of Motown. The Motor City comes alive with the Motown Christmas Party! On sale October 11, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. online and at the Activities office; $25
**Christmas with The Nelsons featuring Gunnar and Matthew Nelson – Friday, December 16, 2016
Tickets on sale September 13 at 9:00 a.m. online and at Activities; $45/person
Christmas with The Nelsons tells the story of three family Christmases in the lives of America’s First Family of Entertainment, The Nelsons! This heart-warming multi-media live concert experience stars the third generation of No. 1 Nelson Family hit makers, Matthew and Gunnar Nelson. A genuine blend of Everly Brothers-style harmonies and Smothers Brothers-style comedy, multi-platinum recording artists Matthew and Gunnar have been thrilling sellout audiences world-wide for the past decade with their high-integrity Ricky Nelson Remembered show—and they’ve got a new gift for you to open. Not merely a rock concert with a few holiday songs thrown in—Christmas with The Nelsons delivers Christmas classics the Nelson Family way. Interweaving quick humor, soaring sibling vocals and state-of-the-art big screen video, Matthew and Gunnar’s completely new show will take you on a sleigh ride through time. From the holly jolly 50’s when their father Ricky was a little boy intent on duct-taping antlers on the family cat—to the 70’s when Santa Claus came to town delivering Schwinn’s for the twins in the era before bike helmets—to rockin’ around the Christmas tree today with the newest generation of Nelson Family kids who prove that yes—we did in fact turn out to be just like our parents after all. This is the Christmas show all ages of girls and boys have been waiting for. All-new big screen video—All new set of classic Christmas songs with Matthew and Gunnar Nelson at their very best! The entire Nelson Family invites you to celebrate! On sale September 13, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. online and at Activities; $45 person; Renaissance Theatre
Rose Parade Bus Trip – Friday, December 31, 2016 through Monday, January 2, 2017
Day One: Depart the valley and travel to southern California. Lunch is on your own in Palm Springs. Continue to Diamond Bar and check into the Holiday Inn. An East Coast New Year’s Eve Dinner and Toast (at 9:00 p.m. which is midnight on the East Coast) is included. Day Two: Breakfast is included at the hotel. In the morning see the floats up close and personal at the float barn, then tour Huntington Library. Return to the Holiday Inn for the evening. Day Three: A box breakfast and lunch is included today. Depart early for the Tournament of Roses Parade. Reserved seats are included. After the parade, return home. $595/person (double) and $695/person (single); cash or check only. On sale July 19 at the Activities Office.
May 18, 2017 – Book of Mormon Show and Bus Trip to ASU Gammage – on sale May 17, 2016; $120
Your PebbleCreek Activities Office is pleased to announce that we have been able to secure a block of tickets for Book of Mormon at ASU Gammage when the production returns to the valley in 2017. Our seats are in the coveted direct center section of the Orchestra area in rows 16, 17 and 18 on opening night, Thursday, May 18, 2017, 7:30 p.m. We will board a luxury Motorcoach and travel together to this performance. Pricing for tickets is $120 per ticket; this includes the premium ticket to the show and roundtrip transportation. Our ticket price is saving $18.60 per ticket off of pricing if you purchased these through ASU Gammage online. Our group advantage also gave us access to secure these amazing seats a week before the public sale. Tickets will go on sale in May 17, 2016; Seating is limited to 52.
** Available online at: tickets.pebblecreekhoa.org
For more information contact the Activities Office at 623-535-9854.