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Phoenix Countdown 3-2-1… 3 Musicals, 2 Men and 1 Musical Instrument Museum

Program Number: 20299RJ
Start and End Dates:
3/8/2013 - 3/13/2013;
Duration: 5 nights
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Price starting at: $935.00 - Price may vary based on date, departure city
Program Type: Multi-Topic; Music Appreciation; Theater
Meals: 12; 5 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 4 Dinners    

All Performances Subject To Change.




Date Specific Information

3-8-2013

Performances this week: Arizona Broadway Dinner Theater Presents: Buddy, The Buddy Holly Story; ASU Gammage Broadway Musical: Memphis; Theater League Performs At The Mesa Arts Center: Fiddler On The Roof



Coordinated by Lifetime Learners.



3 Musical Productions

See three wonderful musicals as you learn from actors, directors and designers how a musical is brought to life. Discover how text and score become the magic of an onstage production.



2 Men Named Frank

Build upon your knowledge of two legends — Frank Lloyd Wright and Frank Sinatra! Visit Taliesin West, Wright’s house and present-day architectural school. Learn how each of these men did it his way and changed the world.



1 Musical Instrument Museum

Travel the world as you learn about musical instruments from every country at the Musical Instrument Museum. Enjoy Native American flute playing and classes on specific instruments.




Phoenix

Phoenix is a thriving metropolis surrounded by majestic mountains. Along with the visual beauty of the land, the city has a rich heritage of Native American and Hispanic cultures. Native American and western expansion influences are seen in the art and architecture of Phoenix, and an abundance of museums and art galleries showcase the culture.
Accommodations
Full-service hotel lodging with pool and whirlpool. Free parking.
Meals and Lodgings
   Hilton Garden Phoenix Airport North
  Phoenix 5 nights
 Hilton Garden Phoenix Airport North
Type: Four-Star Hotel
  Description: Discover contemporary conveniences for Phoenix and beyond at Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Airport North hotel. Set minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) Airport, this Phoenix hotel is convenient to freeways and the Phoenix light rail system, making an ideal base for downtown Phoenix, and surrounding attractions. Complimentary 24-hour Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) Airport shuttle Heated outdoor Pool and Spa Modern cardio and weight equipment Free Business center computers Full size refrigerator in every room Complimentary WiFi access Accessible rooms feature roll-in showers Self Parking/FREE Parking
  Contact info: 3838 E. Van Buren St.
Phoenix, AZ 85008 USA
phone: 602-306-2323
web: www.PhoenixAirportNorth.hgi.com
  Room amenities: Make yourself at home in a Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Airport North guest room. A microwave, full-size refrigerator and complimentary cable on the HDTV provide the comforts of home, while a Herman Miller ergonomic chair furnishes a touch of elegance. Stay connected at the oversized desk, or from the comfort of a Garden Sleep System® adjustable bed, with complimentary WiFi access. Spacious suites have pullout sofa-sleepers in the parlor to make great family rooms. Accessible rooms feature roll-in showers for ease of movement.
  Facility amenities: Complimentary 24-hour Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) Airport shuttle 24-hour Business Center and complimentary WiFi access throughout the hotel Cooked-to-order breakfast at The Great American Grill®, open 6am – 10pm Fitness center and outdoor swimming pool
  Smoking allowed: Yes
  Elevators available: Yes
  Additional nights prior: 169.00 + Tax Request AAA or AARP Rate Let front desk know program number and week enrolled.
  Check in time: 3:00 PM
  Additional nights after: 169.00 + Tax Request AAA or AARP Rate Let front desk know program number and week enrolled.
  Check out time: 12:00 PM


Travel Details
  Start of Program:
Road Scholar Registration in the Main lobby at 4:30pm. Dinner begins at 6:00pm followed by orientation. Hotel check-in anytime after 3:00pm. You will be staying at Hilton Garden Phoenix Airport North that night.
  End of Program:
After Wrap-Up (by 11:00am). You will be staying at Hilton Garden Phoenix Airport North the night before.
  Required documents:
The Road Scholar Health & Safety Form is required.
  Parking availability:
Free parking at hotel.
Transportation
To Start of Program
  Location:  Phoenix
  Nearest city or town:  Phoenix
  Nearest highway: I-17 and I-10
  Nearest airport:  Sky Harbor Airport
  From End of Program
  Location: Phoenix
    (Additional transportation information same as above)
Travel Details
 

Hilton Garden Phoenix Airport North

 

From Airport

 
 

Service:

 

Hotel Shuttle
Hilton Garden Phoenix Airport North Shuttle
phone: 602-306-2323
Advanced Reservations Required

 

Per Person/One Way:

 

$0.00
Prices are subject to change.
 

Travel Time:

 

12 Minutes 
 

Distance:

 

5.0 Miles
   

Call for Hilton Garden Phoenix North FREE Shuttle (602) 306-2323 Free shuttle from and to the Airport
 
Driving Directions
  Anywhere www.google.com/maps
  California to Hilton Garden Airport North Entering Arizona head east on I-10 E, 152 mi. Take exit 147A to merge onto AZ-202 Loop E, 2.6 mi. Take exit 2 for 40th St toward 44th St, 0.3 mi. Turn right onto N 40th St, 0.5 mi. Take the 3rd right onto E Van Buren St.
  From the Airport to Hilton Garden Airport North Take East Airport exit to 44th Street north to Van Buren. Left on Van Buren to hotel.
  Sedona to Hilton Garden Airport North Head south on Arizona 89A S toward Forest Rd, 0.3 mi. At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit onto AZ-179 S, 0.4. Pass through nine traffic circles, continue straight to stay on AZ-179 S. Turn right to merge onto I-17 S toward Phoenix, 97.6 mi. Take exit 200A for I-10 W/Interstate 10 E toward Los Angeles/Tucson, 0.2 mi. Keep left at the fork, follow signs for I-10 E/Tucson and merge onto I-10 E, 3.9 mi. Take exit 147A to merge onto AZ-202 Loop E, 2.6 mi. Take exit 2 for 40th St toward 44th St, 0.3 mi. Turn right onto N 40th St, 0.5 mi. Take the 3rd right onto E Van Buren St.
  Tuscon to Hilton Garden Airport North Head west on E Broadway Blvd toward S Country Club Rd, 2.3 miles. Continue straight onto S Toole Ave, 0.5 mi. Continue onto W Franklin St, 0.1 mi. Continue onto N Church Ave, 0.1 mi. Continue onto W 6th St, 0.2 mi. Continue onto W St Marys Rd, 0.3 mi. Turn right onto N Freeway St, 0.5 mi. Take the ramp on the left onto I-10 W, 96.1 mi. Continue onto Interstate 10 W, 0.5 mi. Continue onto I-10 W, 7.1 mi. Take exit 153A to merge onto AZ-143 N toward Sky Harbor, 2.7 mi. Take the Washington St exit, 0.3 mi. Slight right at E Washington St (signs for Washington Street), 92 ft. Take the 1st left onto E Washington St, 0.3 mi. Take the 2nd right onto N 44th St, 0.2 mi. Turn left at the 3rd cross street onto E Van Buren St.
The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.


Daily Schedule

Day 1: Check-In and Program Registration/Orientation
(Friday, March 8)
   
 Afternoon: Please arrive at the hotel to register at 4:30pm. Check into your room at the front desk and then register with Road Scholar staff in the Main lobby. You will then have until 6:00 PM to settle into your room.
 Dinner: Meals unless otherwise indicated may be at the hotel or a local restaurant. Please arrive at the time indicated on your itinerary.
 Evening: After dinner we will have orientation. This will provide you with information about the hotel, program itinerary, instructors, venues and on site staff. This is also a good opportunity to ask questions!
   
Accommodations: Hilton Garden Phoenix Airport North
Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2: MIM / Music Appreciation Experience, Saturday 3/9/13 Arizona Broadway Dinner Theater Presents "Buddy, The Buddy Holly Story"
(Saturday, March 9)
   
 Breakfast: All breakfasts are deluxe continental. Come down by the time indicated on the itinerary; just be sure to allow enough time to arrive promptly for the morning activity!
 Morning: Class - Bringing Musicals to Life. There is far more to the theater than a mere performance; sets must be created, scripts must be edited, and actors must be chosen. Learn about the behind-the-scenes action that makes theater a truly magical experience, and how a performance evolves from page to stage.
 Lunch: Lunch on your own at the Musical Instrument Museum.
 Afternoon: Field Trip - Musical Instrument Museum.
 Dinner: Dinner at Arizona Broadway Dinner Theater
 Evening: Arizona Broadway Theater presents: Buddy, The Buddy Holly Story - the world's most successful rock 'n' roll musical, tells the story of Buddy Holly's meteoric rise to become the world's top recording artist. Originating and playing in London's West End for over 5,000 performances, the show features over 20 of Buddy's greatest hits, including "Peggy Sue," "That'll Be the Day," "Raining in My Heart," and "Not Fade Away." Buddy's life was cut short by tragedy, and his musical career spanned an all-too-brief period during the golden days of rock 'n' roll, but continue to live on in The Buddy Holly Story.
   
Accommodations: Hilton Garden Phoenix Airport North
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3: Music Appreciation / Experience Arizona State University - Gammage Theatre Presents Broadway Musical: "Memphis"
(Sunday, March 10)
   
 Breakfast: All breakfasts are deluxe continental. Come down by the time indicated on the itinerary; just be sure to allow enough time to arrive promptly for the morning activity!
 Morning: Spend some time studying and engaging in discussion with a talented trumpeteer. From the history of instruments, the vast array of musical styles, and the production of a symphony, you're guaranteed to learn something new!
 Lunch: Lunch at the hotel.
 Afternoon: Explore the ruin of an 800 year-old platform mound possibly used by the Hohokam for ceremonies or as an administrative center. An excavated ballcourt and two full-scale reproductions of prehistoric Hohokam homes can be viewed along the ruin trail. The site also includes some of the last remaining intact Hohokam irrigation canals. The museum offers expert-led talks of the platform mound and museum exhibits, as well as other places of archaeological interest in the Salt River Valley and the state.
 Afternoon: Gammage presents: Memphis - TURN UP THAT DIAL ... From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tennessee, comes a hot new Broadway musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love. Inspired by actual events, MEMPHIS is about a white radio DJ who wants to change the world and a black club singer who is ready for her big break. Come along on their incredible journey to the ends of the airwaves — filled with laughter, soaring emotion and roof-raising rock ‘n' roll.
 Dinner: Enjoy southwest cusisine at the Canyon Restaurant for dinner.
   
Accommodations: Hilton Garden Phoenix Airport North
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Frank Lloyd Wright / Taliesin West
(Monday, March 11)
   
 Breakfast: All breakfasts are deluxe continental. Come down by the time indicated on the itinerary; just be sure to allow enough time to arrive promptly for the morning activity!
 Morning: Class on Frank Lloyd Wright.
 Lunch: Lunch at the hotel.
 Afternoon: Embark on an expert-led visit of Taliesin West. Nestled in the foothills of rugged mountains and surrounded by the spectacular Sonoran Desert lies Taliesin West: a sprawling 600-acre complex designed and built by Frank Lloyd Wright. Frank Lloyd Wright literally created Taliesin (pronounced TALLY EHSSEN) West "out of the desert." He and his apprentices gathered rocks from the desert floor and sand from the washes to build this great desert masterpiece. From the beginning, this remarkable set of buildings astounded architectural critics with its beauty and unusual form. Visit the Biltmore Resort influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright's design.
 Dinner: Dinner on your own at the Biltmore Restaurants and Shopping Center.
 Evening: Spend some time studying and engaging in discussion with a talented musician. You're guaranteed to learn something new!
   
Accommodations: Hilton Garden Phoenix Airport North
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5: Frank Sinatra / Native American Flute Playing / Tuesday 3/12/13 Theatre League Performs at the Mesa Art Center: "Fiddler On The Roof". All Shows Subject To Change
(Tuesday, March 12)
   
 Breakfast: All breakfasts are deluxe continental. Come down by the time indicated on the itinerary; just be sure to allow enough time to arrive promptly for the morning activity!
 Morning: Class on Frank Sinatra.
 Lunch: Lunch at the hotel.
 Afternoon: Spend some time studying and engaging in discussion with a talented Native American Flute player. From the history of instruments to the vast array of musical styles, you're guaranteed to learn something new.
 Dinner: Dinner at the hotel.
 Evening: Mesa Theater League presents: Fiddler on The Roof - Based on the stories of Sholom Aleichem, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF has been lauded by critics again and again, and won the hearts of people all around the world. Filled with a rousing, heartwarming score, which includes “Tradition,” “Matchmaker, Matchmaker,” “If I Were A Rich Man” and “Sunrise, Sunset,” FIDDLER ON THE ROOF is a timeless classic.
   
Accommodations: Hilton Garden Phoenix Airport North
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Class / Wrap Up
(Wednesday, March 13)
   
 Breakfast: All breakfasts are deluxe continental. Come down by the time indicated on the itinerary; just be sure to allow enough time to arrive promptly for the morning activity!
 Morning: Class and Wrap Up
   
Meals Included: Breakfast
Important information about your itinerary: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information featured on this website. Itineraries are based on our best information at this time. Circumstances beyond our control may require us to adjust itineraries or other details. We regret any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Information will be sent to you from your Program Provider approximately three weeks prior to the program start date. The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.

Suggested Reading List


Remembering Buddy


Author: John Goldrosen


Description: Buddy Holly was a rock pioneer. In an era when almost all stars were manufactured by the music industry, he wrote his own material, led his own group, played a Fender Strat, and recorded classic songs like Thatll Be the Day, Peggy Sue, Not Fade Away, and Its So Easy, in the process influencing everyone from the Beatles to Elvis Costello. Remembering Buddy Holly traces in consumate detail Hollys life from his birth in Lubbock, Texas in 1936 to his tragic death in a plane crash twenty-three years later.





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