Rialto Theatre News

New commercial for Festival En El Barrio Viejo

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:23:59 -0800

Tickets are still available for Festival En El Barrio Viejo on Saturday, April 3!
Two stages of music, food, drinks and crafts all day long in the lovely Barrio Viejo, just south of downtown.
1pm to sunset, parking available at TCC. Buy tickets online!

Big thanks to Brink Media for producing this awesome spot.

KILLSWITCH ENGAGE FORCED TO CANCEL TUCSON, AZ SHOW ON MARCH 4

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 23:42:58 -0800

From the band...

Killswitch Engage will have no choice but to cancel their upcoming performance in Tucson, Arizona on Thursday, March 4, 2010. Fill in vocalist Phil Labonte of All That Remains will absolutely need this day to rest and recover his voice from what has been a very grueling three week touring schedule in which he has being asked to perform a wealth of new material. With another three weeks of touring still to go, the band realizes that it's crucial for Phil to get this much needed day off so that he can be at full capacity the rest of the way. Labonte is pinch-hitting, so to speak, for KsE's Howard Jones, who had to leave the tour to attend to personal matters. The band wants to thanks their fans in Tucson for their understanding in this matter and wants to assure them that they will make every effort to get back into Tucson as soon as possible.

Refunds available at point of purchase. Any tickets purchased through this website or at Rialto Theatre using a credit card will be refunded automatically, and will appear on your statement in 2-4 business days. We're very sorry for the inconvenience. We hope they return soon!

Original Megadeth Bassist David Ellefson Returns For 'Rust In Peace' Tour

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 13:59:48 -0800

Megadeth founder and frontman Dave Mustaine has announced the return of original bassist David Ellefson (1983-2002) to the iconic multi-platinum group. This reunion is appropriately timed to Megadeth's upcoming historic month-long Rust In Peace 20th anniversary tour which hits Rialto on March 30. At these incredibly special shows, Megadeth will play their landmark, genre-defining 1990 album Rust In Peace in its entirety, in addition to other Megadeth favorites.

"This shows the power of brotherly love and forgiveness," Mustaine says. "David Ellefson belongs in Megadeth. Next we are going to show you the power of getting your asses kicked...HARD!"
David Ellefson concurs: "This is a huge moment for all of us, band and fans alike. It is a great celebration of the music from one of the biggest landmark albums of our career."

Ellefson will join Mustaine and Megadeth band members Shawn Drover (drums) and Chris Broderick (guitar) on tour in support of the group's current CD Endgame, which has received some of the highest critical accolades of the band's career.

"We'd like to thank James LoMenzo for several years of loyal service on the bass, and wish him the very best," Mustaine adds.

For more information on Megadeth, go to: www.megadeth.com. Buy tickets for Megadeth's 'Rust In Peace' Tour with Testament and Exodus online here!

Announcing FESTIVAL EN EL BARRIO VIEJO with CALEXICO & Friends

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 16:23:02 -0800

ON SALE NOW!

**THIS EVENT IS AT W. CUSHING ST. & S. MEYER AVE. ... IN THE STREETS OF BARRIO VIEJO**
Parking is available at TCC. Please, no street parking.
Enjoy music, food, drinks and crafts all day long!
2 stages of music, from 1pm to sunset.
The first 200 tickets available will be $15! Buy your tickets at rialtotheatre.com, The Rialto Theatre box office, 740.1000 or through KXCI.
$18 Tickets available in advance for KXCI members.

Megadeth: Rust In Peace Tour with Testament and Exodus, 3/30

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 11:11:21 -0800

It's been whispered about, discussed and desired amongst the international thrash metal community, and finally it can be screamed loudly from rooftops, street-corners and car windows.

The mighty Megadeth will join forces with Testament and Exodus for this historic 'Rust in Peace' 20th anniversary tour, hitting The Rialto Theatre on Tuesday, March 30, 2010. This will be an incredibly special show that will delight Megadeth fans, as the band will be playing their landmark, genre-defining album, 1990's Rust in Peace, in its entirety, in addition to other Megadeth set list favorites.

Megadeth's latest, ENDGAME, was released in September 2009 and received some of the highest critical accolades of the band's career. The band performed on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon and was nominated for yet another Grammy - the eight nomination of their storied career- for "Head Crusher." Megadeth also enjoyed heaps of praise in the press, from outlets as varied as New York to Revolver to VH1's "That Metal Show" to PopMatters. With ENDGAME, Megadeth have once again ascended to the top of the metal world.

Testament, the seminal Bay Area thrash titans, will perform their first-ever album 'The Legacy' in its entirety during the "RUST IN PEACE 20th Anniversary Tour" with Megadeth and Exodus . In this monstrously massive celebration of metal, Testament felt it was time to throw down the gauntlet and bring people back to the roots of their visceral and vice-tight music, re-invoking songs which helped lay the foundation for a thrash generation.

Tickets will go on sale Friday, January 29th at 10AM. Available by phone (520-740-1000) or at the box office (12-6pm M-F), at Bookmans Bookstore or at www.rialtotheatre.com. If you're a member, gain access to tickets 24 hours in advance!

Celebrate Mardi Gras early with Cowboy Mouth and Junior Brown this Thursday!

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:22:01 -0800

COWBOY MOUTH'S ANNUAL ROCK AND ROLL MARDI GRAS
FEATURING JUNIOR BROWN
with The Carnivaleros

Thursday, January 14, 2010
New Orleans Rock N' Roll, Austin's favorite guitar virtuoso.
A Mardi Gras party that mustn't be missed! BUY TICKETS ONLINE, in person at our box office (M-F, 12-6), or at Bookmans Entertainment Exchange.

Rialto in The New York Times

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:45:03 -0800

The Sunday edition of The New York Times featured a travel story titled "36 Hours in Tucson, Ariz." and we're pleased to be included in a great list of things to do and places to see that make Tucson special. Here's the quote:

Tucson has a jumping band scene on weekends, a sleepier one the other five days. On warm nights, the noise of music pumps through the open doors of restaurants and bars along Congress Street. The center of the action is often the historic Rialto Theater [sic] (318 East Congress Street; 520-740-1000; www.rialtotheatre.com). A nonprofit showcase vital to downtown's renewal, it books major acts but has no stylistic agenda (Sonic Youth is playing on Jan. 4, and Cowboy Mouth on Jan. 14).

Check out the full article HERE. Thanks to all of our patrons and members for helping The Rialto Theatre be the center of the action in downtown Tucson, Arizona. What a way to kick off the New Year!

Happy Holidays and Thanks From The Rialto!

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:20:54 -0800

Animal Collective, Robert Cray, Franz Ferdinand, Devotchka, Lucinda Williams, Eagles of Death Metal, Susan Tedeschi, Andrew Bird, The Used, Brett Dennen, Puscifer, Steve Earle, Johnny Winter, Ozomatli, Brandi Carlile, Gogol Bordello, WILCO, Cowboy Junkies, The Avett Brothers, Calexico's All Souls Concert, Pink Martini, Michael Franti and Spearhead.... Think back over 2009 to your favorite shows at the Historic Rialto Theatre. It's been a fabulous year of quality music across many genres, with some truly astounding performances. These are just a handful of the more than 140 concert events from Tucson's nonprofit venue dedicated to bringing you the best in live music. Thank you for your patronage! Imagine Tucson without the Rialto Theatre...and without the magic of seeing your favorite musicians in a historic setting with excellent sound. The nonprofit Rialto Theatre Foundation is committed to the stewardship of the historic Theatre, which celebrates its 90th anniversary in August 2010. The Foundation is also committed to bringing Tucson the kinds of artists that can only be found on the Rialto's stage. It's a tough and risky business, but we love what we do and look forward to another great year ahead. Since we began our membership campaign in July, more than 130 people have become members to help support the Rialto Theatre Foundation's mission. Thank you! The Rialto could really use your help at this time of year. Please consider making a donation today to help keep your historic nonprofit venue rocking. Any contribution makes a huge difference and is greatly appreciated.
Click here to donate now.

Receive a Bookmans Entertainment Exchange gift card when you purchase your membership! At the $60 level, get a $10 gift card. At any level higher, get a $50 gift card!
Limited time offer. While supplies last. We know times are tough out there....and we believe that keeping the music going is the perfect antidote to despair. If you love your Rialto Theatre and the music we bring to Tucson, please help us continue to rock this town. It's our mission and we can't do it without you. Thank you! Happy Holidays from the entire crew at the Historic Rialto Theatre! We'll see you at The Rialto.

ON SALE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4th

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 16:34:45 -0800

NEW EVENTS ON SALE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4

JANUARY 24 - JOHN HAMMOND

MARCH 3 - GEORGE THOROGOOD & THE DESTROYERS

Tickets on sale on this here Rialto Theatre website, by phone at 740.1000, at our box office (M-F, 12-6), or at Bookmans Entertainment Exchange.

JUST ANNOUNCED: The Avett Brothers return to Tucson, 4/23/10

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:09:06 -0800

If you're fans of the Rialto, you should know we're fans of the Avetts. Like, super-fans.

It has been our pleasure to share the band and their signature blend of bluegrass, folk, and rock with pure vocal harmony with the city of Tucson, and every time they hit the road we scramble to make sure they visit. After the release of the amazing new LP I and Love and You this fall, we knew they'd be back on tour and we knew we HAD to have them back on our stage.

So it is with giddy glee we announce The Avett Brothers' return to The Rialto Theatre on Friday, April 23, 2010. General admission/standing room only floor tickets and reserved seating balcony tickets go on sale Thursday, November 12 at noon online, at Bookmans Bookstore, in person M-F 12-6p or over the phone at 520.740.1000.

JUST ANNOUNCED: Puscifer on Dec. 2

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:21:22 -0800

Yet another appendage sprouting out of the anomaly known as Maynard James Keenan...

We are proud to announce Puscifer will be performing live at The Rialto Theatre on Wednesday, December 2nd at 8pm.

Puscifer is Maynard's multifaceted, multimedia, multi-artist, multi-personality project. It involves film, music, digital video, garments, feminine hygiene products, coffee, pet supplies, websites, blogs, artist collaborations, a few office supplies, and a grip on the idea that chaos is good and that change is inevitable. We expect nothing less than minds blown during this performance on December 2nd.

This event will be part reserved seated floor and balcony, with general admission/standing room behind the seats on the floor. Prices range from $39.50 to $55, and VIP purchase info will be coming soon.
TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY!

LOW-DOUGH SHOW WITH EVERCLEAR ON FRIDAY NOV. 6th!!

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:47:09 -0800

We are pleased to announce that Everclear, known for such hits as "Santa Monica" and "Everything to Everyone," will be performing at the Rialto on Friday, November 6th, touring in support of their new record "In a Different Light."

Joining Everclear will be Clayton Senne, plus one local band to be named later.

Tickets are only $10 and are available today via rialtotheatre.ticketforce.com, 520-740-1000, the Rialto Box Office, and all Bookman's locations.

JUST ANNOUNCED: Calexico and the filming of 'Flor de Muertos', Nov. 8

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 17:30:42 -0800

TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY!

PITBULL RESCHEDULED

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:05:09 -0800

Due to an unanticipated scheduling conflict, the Sunday October 4th Pitbull engagement has been rescheduled for Tuesday, December 15th. All tickets purchased for October 4th will be honored on the December 15th reschedule date. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please call the Box Office at (520) 740-1000 with any questions.

ON SALE NOW: Pitbull 10/4

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:54:54 -0800

The Cuban-American rapper Pitbull delivers some Little Havana to The Rialto Theatre on October 4th, performing songs from Rebelution, the highly anticipated album featuring the hit singles "Krazy" feat. Lil John, "Calle Ocho", "Hotel Room Service" and more. Pitbull's new single "Hotel Room Service" is currently in the top 10 on Billboard's Hot 100. Tickets are $29 general admission in advance, $35 general admission day of show.

Tickets are on sale online, by phone 520.740.1000, in person at our box office weekdays 12-6pm, or at any Bookmans Bookstore.