ASU Music Theatre and Opera presents "Curtains"

Event description

  • Arts and entertainment
  • Open to the public

"Curtains"

Music by John Kander
Lyrics by Fred Ebb
Book by Rupert Holmes

Stage direction and choreography by Chelsea Anderson; music direction by Alicia Ferrin.

Hijinks and high stakes take center stage in this musical-comedy murder mystery. When an opening night murder makes everyone a suspect, homicide detective and amateur showman Frank Cioffi has these show people toe tapping thisaway and thataway around reasonable doubt to find the real culprit–all while saving their hides and the show. With music and lyrics by legendary team Kander & Ebb (Chicago, Cabaret), this loving homage to Golden Age musicals delivers quick-witted, hilariously memorable characters, and more twists and turns than a Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers number. For the musical fan who loves clever comedy, impressive production numbers, and a little murder on the side, "Curtains" sure is a tough act to follow. 

Content warning: Staged murders and violence in a farcical style, brief use of stage weapons and gunshot sound effects, mildly suggestive humor. 

Curtains is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036. www.theatricalrights.com 

 

All ticket sales are ONLINE ONLY. Please purchase tickets in advance. Guests who do not have a ticket at the door will be directed to purchase a ticket online. Ticket service fees apply to every purchase.

Herberger Institute (HIDA) Complimentary Tickets
 

Eligible HIDA faculty, staff, students, and Mirabella residents select the corresponding ticket type:  HIDA faculty/staff (1 or 2 tickets), HIDA students and Mirabella residents (1 ticket). Click 'Add to Cart.' Enter your 10-digit ASU ID as the promo code, then click the 'Apply' button. Verify your order is correct, and click 'Confirm.' For assistance, email [email protected].

Please inform the Box Office of any ADA seating needs in advance, if possible.

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Event contact

Herberger Institute Box Office
480-965-6447
Date

Friday, November 21, 2025

Friday, November 21, 2025 7:30 p.m.-10 p.m.
Saturday, November 22, 2025 7:30 p.m.-10 p.m.
Sunday, November 23, 2025 2 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Time

7:30 pm10:00 pm (MST)


Location

Evelyn Smith Music Theatre, Music building

Cost

Cost: $12-$22