Palm Springs Plaza Theatre Announces Four New Concerts, From a Local Music Showcase to a Broadway Christmas and a Big Band Benefit
Palm Springs Plaza Theatre Announces Four New Concerts, From a Local Music Showcase to a Broadway Christmas and a Big Band Benefit
Tickets go on sale Friday, Sept. 25, at 10 a.m. at palmspringsplazatheatre.com
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (Sept. 21, 2026) – The Palm Springs Plaza Theatre today announced four new concerts on the calendar from November 2026 through March 2027: a showcase for the Coachella Valley's emerging local artists, a Broadway-studded holiday celebration, a rock 'n' roll hits revival, and an 18-piece big band night that benefits young musicians. Tickets for all four shows go on sale Friday, Sept. 25, at 10 a.m. at palmspringsplazatheatre.com.
BRIAN RAY PRESENTS DESERT SCENE SPOTLIGHTING LOCAL MUSIC | November 20, 2026
Since opening its doors again to the public on December 1, 2025, The Plaza Theatre has featured comedy, classical, opera, pop and rock music, along with documentary and classic films. Now, The Plaza Theatre will be shining a spotlight on local and emerging talent from all corners of the Coachella Valley.
Brian Ray (part-time Palm Springs resident, member of Paul McCartney’s band, and member of the Palm Springs Plaza Theatre Foundation’s board) and Matt King (award-winning Coachella Valley journalist, events promoter at Dunes Booking, and musician) are teaming up to offer Brian Ray Presents: Desert Scene, an event designed to unify the local music community.
As local music hubs close, and venues increasingly cater toward touring acts and established names, opportunities for local artists shrink. Desert Scene will spotlight emerging talent from all the desert cities on a historic local stage and help foster connections throughout the valley’s creative community.
The inaugural Brian Ray Presents: Desert Scene event will feature three artists whose modern twist on classic soul and Latin rock have garnered them local adoration and global recognition.
MUSICAL THEATRE UNIVERSITY: A VERY BROADWAY CHRISTMAS | December 21, 2026
Musical Theatre University, The Plaza Theatre and Michael Orland present A VERY BROADWAY CHRISTMAS starring the talented students and alumni of David Green's Musical Theatre University (MTU) in a fully staged musical celebration featuring holiday favorites, old and new, in unexpected and exciting ways. The MTU performers are joined by several of their Broadway friends including Tony Nominee Natascha Yvette Williams (Boop), Tony Winner Marissa Winokur (Hairspray) and three-time Tony Nominee Kevin Chamberlin (The Addams Family; TV's Jessie), and multi-platinum recording artist Sam Harris! Musical Direction by Michael Orland, vocal coach and associate musical director for American Idol for sixteen seasons.
RAIDERS REVISITED | February 28, 2027
Featuring original Paul Revere & the Raiders bassist Phil 'Fang' Volk and current Raiders lead vocalist Darren Dowler, joined by Bo Donaldson of The Heywoods (“Billy Don't Be a Hero”) performing over twelve Top 30 timeless hits including “Good Thing” and “Steppin’ Out”. Raiders Revisited is a high-energy celebration of the music of Paul Revere & The Raiders.
THE SLIM MAN PRESENTS THE BIG BAND SHOW| March 22, 2027
An 18-Piece Orchestra. One Unforgettable Night.
Get ready for a full-scale big band spectacular — 18 pieces strong, swinging live at Palm Springs' most iconic stage, featuring all your favorite Rat Pack classics.
Add a stunning multimedia presentation and special guest vocalist Champagne Taylor, and you've got an evening that captures the glamour, energy, and sound of the golden age — live and in color.
This isn't just a concert — it's a cause. Proceeds benefit our partner, the Spirit of the Desert Foundation, dedicated to "Enhancing young lives through Music." Every ticket helps fund the next generation of musicians.
Big sound. Big heart. One big night in the desert.
From homegrown talent to Broadway stars, chart-topping rock 'n' roll and the swing of a full big band, these four nights offer something for every kind of music lover, all on one of downtown's most storied stages. Tickets go on sale Friday, Sept. 25, at 10 a.m. at palmspringsplazatheatre.com.
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