Aristides Rivas and Meena Malik: Remembering, A Theatrical Concert
2026-04-25 19:30 - 21:30 UTC | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
MUSIC & STORYTELLING
Aristides Rivas and Meena Malik
Remembering, A Theatrical Concert
Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 7:30pm
Performance to be followed by a reception with the artists.
Lorraine Boccardo Theater
Remembering is more than a concert—it’s a powerful musical storytelling experience about identity, memory, and belonging. Acclaimed vocalist Meena Malik and masterful cellist Aristides Rivas weave together music and personal narrative to explore their journeys as immigrants, artists, and parents.
Inspired by a question from their son—“What is an immigrant?”—the program reflects on the traditions they carried from their home countries of Japan and Venezuela, the challenges of navigating grief and change, and the healing role music has played in their lives.
Though deeply personal, their stories resonate universally. Through song, reflection, and shared experience, audiences are invited to consider their own connections to home, heritage, and the memories that shape who we are.
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Aristides Rivas and Meena Malik: Remembering is generously sponsored by Sunshine Family Haven.

Sunday Night Alright! with The Remains
2026-04-26 18:30 - 20:30 | Kayenta Outdoor Theater, 881 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins, UT, 84738, United States
COMMUNITY

Sunday Night Alright!

with The Remains

Sunday, April 26, 2026 | 6:30PM-8:30PM – doors open at 6PM

Kayenta Outdoor Theater

Join us at the Kayenta Village Outdoor Theatre for another Sunday Night Alright! featuring The Remains (formerly The Relics), playing an eclectic mix of classic rock, blues, soul and country. Bring a friend and enjoy live music, dancing, and fun!

Doors open at 6:00PM and the band performs from 6:30-8:30PM. Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages. Sit back and prepare for a great toe-tapping time!

$15 TICKETS

Kayenta 100 Storytelling Party
2026-04-29 16:00 - 18:00 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 & Wednesday, April 29, 2026
4PM – 6PM
In the Lobby!
Share your Kayenta story at the Kayenta 100 Story Booth! We’ll be recording short, on-camera segments during a fun and casual social in the lobby. Prepare a story that can be told in five minutes or less—something inspiring, heartfelt, funny, unusual, or uniquely yours. If you’re not sure what to share, we’ll be there to help you find your story.
There will be light refreshments and beverages. Hosted by Matt Marten and our staff!

First Fridays at Kayenta
2026-05-01 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-05 16:00 - 20:00 | Kayenta Art Village, 881 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins, UT, 84738, United States
COMMUNITY
First Fridays at Kayenta
every First Friday / 4:00pm-8:00pm
FREE to attend!
Kayenta Art Village
Celebrate the creative spirit of Southern Utah every First Friday at Kayenta! This monthly event brings together art, music, community, and now—a curated boutique market from Southern Utah Market, featuring an exceptional selection of local art, crafts, and farmers market favorites. Shop handmade goods, meet regional artisans, and enjoy the vibrant energy that fills the Kayenta Arts Village.
Our ongoing partnership with DOCUTAH adds another layer of inspiration, presenting this year’s “Best of Fest” film series—a handpicked showcase of audience favorites and award-winning films from the Utah-based international film festival. It’s your chance to experience world-class storytelling right here in Kayenta.
Stroll the galleries, explore open studios, discover something new at the market, and end the evening with thought-provoking cinema under the stars.

To view the current lineup, click HERE.

Kayenta Native Arts Market
2026-05-01 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-03 10:00 - 17:00 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
ART FESTIVAL
Kayenta Native Arts Market
Friday, May 1, 2026, 4pm – 8pm
Saturday & Sunday, May 2-3, 2026, 10am – 5pm
FREE to attend!
Kayenta Art Village
Kayenta Arts Foundation is thrilled to host the 2026 Kayenta Native Arts Market, formerly known as Festival of the Americas. This exciting event will feature a wide range of traditional and contemporary Native American art, including jewelry, pottery, textiles, paintings, and sculptures from dozens of artists located throughout the Southwest.
Enjoy spectacular art, stunning desert vistas, food trucks, and an exciting lineup of indigenous performers throughout the weekend. This event is fun for the whole family, and offers an incredible opportunity to learn more about native cultures.
During the Native Arts Market, Kayenta Arts Foundation hosts fundraising events for the Shivwits Band of the Paiute Tribe of Southern Utah. By shopping at our silent auction, you are supporting their impactful scholarship fund.
Get Involved:

Art Vendor Application

Please contact Festivals@KayentaArts.com with any questions. Entertainment & Food Vendor applications for the Kayenta Native Arts Market 2026 will be available soon.

DOCUTAH PRESENTS: Bring Them Home
2026-05-01 19:30 - 21:00 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
DOCUTAH PRESENTS
Bring Them Home
Friday, May 1, 7:30pm
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater
Bring Them Home tells the story of a small group of Blackfoot people and their mission to establish the first wild buffalo herd on their ancestral territory since the species’ near-extinction a century ago, an act that would restore the land, re-enliven traditional culture and bring much needed healing to their community.

Part of DOCUTAH’s Best of Fest at Center for the Arts at Kayenta
Runtime: 85 Minutes

$10 TICKETS

Kayenta 100 - Part V: Kayenta Lifestyle & Arts
2026-05-10 15:00 - 17:00 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
Kayenta 100 Project: First Five Decades
Part V: Kayenta Lifestyle & Arts, 2016–2026
Sunday, May 10, 2026 | 3:00pm
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater
A celebration of the present moment and a vision for the future. From the expansion of the Kayenta Art Village to the rise of performing arts, culinary experiences, and wellness culture, this chapter explores how Kayenta has come to embody a unique and evolving desert lifestyle.
The Kayenta 100 Project: First Five Decades
Celebrating a Vision. Honoring a Legacy. Inspiring the Future.
The Kayenta 100 Project is a living history initiative honoring the first five decades of the Kayenta community in southern Utah. From its bold beginnings in the 1970s to its emergence as a vibrant hub for culture, design, and desert living, this five-part series invites residents and visitors alike to reflect on the people, projects, and ideas that shaped Kayenta’s unique story. Through storytelling, archival media, open discussions, and interactive experiences, each chapter highlights a transformative era in Kayenta’s evolution.
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We invite you to help us tell the story of our Kayenta community. Do you have old photos, home videos, newspaper clippings, or keepsakes connected to Kayenta? Or a personal story about your own experiences here? If you do, get in touch with Wil! You can email him at Wil@KayentaArts.com.
Another way you will be able to share your Kayenta Story is at each Kayenta 100 Event, where we will have a Story Booth set up! Your memories and materials bring our history to life.

The Kayenta 100 Project is generously sponsored by Kayenta Homes & Properties

Kevin Mills & Drew Petersen: Tortured Bliss
2026-05-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
CLASSICAL MUSIC

Kevin Mills & Drew Petersen

Tortured Bliss

Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 7:30pm

Performance to be followed by a reception with the artists.

Lorraine Boccardo Theater

Accomplished and virtuosic duo, Cellist Kevin Mills and pianist Drew Petersen, present Tortured Bliss, an evening of powerful and transformative classical music that highlights cornerstone repertoire for Cello and Piano. Changing the game for cello literature, Beethoven’s Sonata No. 2 in G Minor takes the instrument upwards towards an equal partner status with the piano, while doing so in a tragic key. Brahms’ Cello Sonata No. 1 in E Minor is an epic journey that takes the cello into the depths of somber beauty and raw emotion. Both showcase the capabilities and the range of the cello, and are undeniable to the growth of the cello as a solo instrument for many composers to come.

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Southern California native Kevin Mills holds an Artist Diploma from Oberlin Conservatory, a Master of Music from The Juilliard School, and a Bachelor of Music from California State University, Fullerton. Based in Los Angeles, he serves as Principal Cellist of the Rogue Valley Symphony and Assistant Principal Cellist of the Las Vegas Philharmonic, and performs regularly with the Santa Barbara and Bakersfield Symphonies. He is also a frequent substitute with the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

Recent highlights include solo appearances at Walt Disney Concert Hall, performing Bruch’s Kol Nidrei and Vivaldi’s Double Cello Concerto in G Minor with the Korean-American Youth Symphony. His studio work spans major venues such as Capitol Records and Sony Pictures. A dedicated chamber musician, Mills has performed nationally and internationally with The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and The Greenhouse Foundation in Seoul, Korea. He performs on a 1779 Renault & Chatelain cello, a cherished gift from his first teacher.

Drew Petersen is an acclaimed American pianist based in the New York area, known for his poetic and compelling performances across a wide-ranging repertoire from Bach to contemporary composers. A highly sought-after soloist, recitalist, and chamber musician, he has received major honors including the 2018 Avery Fisher Career Grant and the 2017 American Pianists Awards. His 2025–26 season features recitals across the U.S. and concerto debuts with the Baltimore and Hartford Symphonies. His debut Steinway & Sons recording, focused on American composers, was praised by BBC Music Magazine as marking him a rising star.

Petersen is also a frequent presence on radio programs like From the Top and Performance Today, and has been featured in major media outlets and documentaries. Beyond performance, he is an advocate for the arts, engaging in educational outreach and collaborations with organizations like Young Audiences NY. A Harvard graduate and Juilliard-trained musician, he combines academic excellence with a global artistic perspective, aiming to share music’s transformative power with diverse audiences worldwide.

FILM SCREENING: Dr. Strangelove
2026-05-22 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
FILM SCREENING
Dr. Strangelove
Friday, May 22, 2026 | 7:30pm
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater

A fanatical U.S. general launches a nuclear attack on Russia during the Cold War, but the President and his advisors are shocked to learn that the Russians have technology that will destroy the world in the event of an attack on them.
Runtime: 95 Minutes

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VOYAGER LECTURE SERIES: Train the Mind, Open the Heart - with the Mindfulness Center of Southern Utah
2026-05-26 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
VOYAGER LECTURE SERIES
Train the Mind, Open the Heart
with the Mindfulness Center of Southern Utah
Tuesday, May 26, 7:30pm | Social Hour Begins at 6:30pm
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater

Join us for the final Voyager Lecture of this season, Train the Mind, Open the Heart. This lecture brings together three distinguished experts from the Mindfulness Center of Southern Utah—Dr. Ginamaria Foglia, DO, MPH, FACP, Dr. David Tate, and Kirk Benson, JD—for an engaging exploration of mindfulness and its real-world impact.
This presentation goes beyond theory, revealing the clinical evidence behind mindfulness practices and how training the mind can unlock profound benefits for the heart—improving physical health, emotional resilience, mental clarity, and social connection. Part of this event will invite you to experience mindfulness firsthand through guided, interactive elements designed to help you immediately connect with these transformative techniques.
Whether you’re curious about the science, seeking stress relief, or looking to deepen your well-being, this evening offers practical tools you can carry into everyday life.
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Ginamarie Foglia, DO, MPH, FACP has over 30 years of healthcare experience as an internationally known subject matter expert and speaker in infectious disease, internal medicine, public health, clinical trial research & development, medical education and wellness. She is an Adjunct Professor at Rocky Vista University College of Medicine and lecturer at Utah Tech University. Certified as a personal/group fitness trainer, she has completed several endurance and strength-training activities to include marathons, cycling tours and the Ironman70 triathlon. More recently, she held the position of Adventure Guide and Wellness Consultant at Red Mountain Resort in Ivins, UT. Dr. Foglia is a board member of the Southern Utah Mindfulness Center and volunteers for the Southwest Utah Medical Reserve Corps and the Southern Utah Veterans Home. She served in the U.S. Army Medical Corps for 8 years, achieving the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

Dr. David Tate, PhD, is a psychologist in St. George, Utah, where he has been in private practice for 27 years. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Mindfulness Center of Southern Utah.
He has taught Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) classes for over 30 years. He was one of the founders and teachers of Intermountain Healthcare’s Stress Reduction Clinic (1990-1995), where his doctoral dissertation was the first replication study of research conducted by his mentor and originator of MBSR, Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn, at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center Stress Reduction Program. In 1995 Dr. Tate helped develop the first “mindfulness-based” health and wellness resort in the United States, Miraval, Life in Balance, being the initial Lead Mindfulness Instructor and later the Program Director.
He has taught mindfulness seminars for many businesses and organizations including Nike, Ernst and Young, New Line Cinema, Abbott Laboratories, AT&T, the National Make-A Wish Foundation, Zion National Park, and the NCAA.

Kirk A Benson, JD, is a retired businessman who has been practicing mindfulness for over ten years. He has received mindfulness training from Brown University, Mindful Schools, Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program (associated with Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach), and the Mindful Eating Training Institute. He is a co-founder, along with his wife, Gael, of the Mindfulness Center of Southern Utah.

The Voyager Lecture Series is generously sponsored by Voyager Wealth Advisors, Proven Law, and Cache Valley Bank.

Sunday Night Alright! with SoulWhat!?
2026-05-31 19:00 - 21:00 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
COMMUNITY
Sunday Night Alright!
with SoulWhat!?
Sunday, May 31 | 7:00PM
Kayenta Village Outdoor Theater

Get your groove on with the funky sounds of “Soul What!?” during another Sunday Night Alright! Bring a friend and enjoy live music, dancing, and fun!
Doors open at 6:30PM and the band plays from 7:00PM – 9:00PM.

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Thresholds: The Liminal Sky - Art Opening
2026-06-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
SUMMER ARTS SHOWCASE: VISUAL ART
Thresholds: The Liminal Sky
Addison Kanoelani
Judy & Tim Terrell Lobby
June 5, 5:00PM – 7:00PM, during First Fridays at Kayenta

Join us for the opening of the latest visual art exhibition on June 5 in the lobby! Addison Kanoelani presents Thresholds: The Liminal Sky, a collection of visual art that explores the liminal space of transformation—the in-between state where identity shifts but has not yet resolved. Through layered abstraction and embedded fiber optic light, the work creates an immersive environment of change and potential.
The social is free to attend, and the gallery will be open for viewing until June 30 during Center hours, which are 9am-5pm daily and during events.

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DOCUTAH PRESENTS: Turtle Walker
2026-06-05 19:30 - 21:00 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
DOCUTAH PRESENTS
Turtle Walker
Friday, June 5, 7:30pm
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater
In the late 1970s, Satish Bhaskar embarked on an epic journey along India’s coastlines and the spectacular Andaman and Nicobar islands, where he uncovered the vital nesting beaches of sea turtles. During his death-defying quest, he unravels mysteries surrounding these enigmatic ocean creatures – and sets out to save them from extinction. After a devastating tsunami strikes in 2004, Bhaskar grapples with a pressing question: What happens to sea turtles when their nesting beaches disappear?

Part of DOCUTAH’s Best of Fest at Center for the Arts at Kayenta
Runtime: 75 Minutes

$10 TICKETS

VISUAL ART - Thresholds: The Liminal Sky
2026-06-06 - 2026-06-30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
ART SHOW
Thresholds: The Liminal Sky
Addison Kanoelani
Judy & Tim Terrell Lobby
Addison Kanoelani presents Thresholds, a collection of visual art that explores the liminal space of transformation—the in-between state where identity shifts but has not yet resolved. Through layered abstraction and embedded fiber optic light, the work creates an immersive environment of change and potential.
Opening Social: June 5, 4PM – 7:30PM, during First Fridays at Kayenta
Gallery Open: June 6-30, 9AM – 5PM daily

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Caught in a Loop LIVE with Dylan Thomas Gavin
2026-06-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Kayenta Outdoor Theater, 881 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins, UT, 84738, United States
SUMMER ARTS SHOWCASE: LIVE ALBUM RECORDING
Caught in a Loop LIVE
with Dylan Thomas Gavin
June 12, 7:00PM | doors open at 6:30PM
Kayenta Outdoor Theater
Caught in a Loop LIVE is a one-night-only live album recording concert! Watch as every rhythm, harmony, and melody is built and layered in the moment by one-man-band Dylan Thomas Gavin.
Be part of the sound, and listen to the live album on release.

Dylan is a dynamic live-looping one-man band blending acoustic soft rock, indie, alternative, and modern pop. Polished, versatile, and deeply engaging, Dylan has a rare ability to command a room and turn casual listeners into dedicated fans. In 2025, Dylan released two full-length albums, a milestone that highlights both his creative drive and artistic growth. Performing consistently across Southern California and up through Idaho, he has built a reputation for captivating, high-energy shows that blend intimacy with stadium-sized emotion. His ability to command a room solo—without sacrificing dynamic range or connection—sets him apart. Each immersive performance is built from the ground up on stage. Inspired by the emotional depth of Chris Carrabba and the melodic warmth of John Rzeznik and Ryan Adams, he delivers heartfelt vocals layered with live-built instrumentation—creating the energy of a full band in real time. Follow @dylanthomasgavin on all platforms.

This event is part of the Kayenta Summer Arts Showcase, an all-month event featuring exceptional local artists and the premiere of brand-new creative work, across several disciplines. Join us this June to celebrate and experience local art, fun, and community.
We’re introducing tiered ticket pricing for this program. The Kayenta Summer Arts Showcase is about welcoming audiences to see the work of artists within their own community. We’re committed to making our events as accessible as possible, and believe this tiered structure will help remove financial barriers, while also presenting quality events and compensating artists fairly for their work. The pricing tiers are as follows:

$10 – Pay What You Can
$20 – Suggested Ticket Price
$30 – Support This Program

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The Delirium of Beethoven
2026-06-13 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-06-14 15:00 - 16:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
SUMMER ARTS SHOWCASE: MUSIC & THEATER
The Delirium of Beethoven
Glenn Webb & Ashlie Chaston
June 13, 7:30pm | June 14, 3:00pm
Lorraine Boccardo Theater
This devised theater piece (created from scratch by an ensemble rather from a pre-existing script) features new music and theater, created by local musician Glenn Webb, local theater artist Ashlie Chaston, and a company of musicians and actors. In The Delirium of Beethoven, a dissatisfied musician, Quinn stumbles upon the great composer & musician, Beethoven, who has strangely arrived to the modern world. Suddenly, Quinn’s world is opened up to the possibility of something new. An avant-garde, collaborative production emerges from the power of original live music incorporated into unique contemporary theatre.

This event is part of the Kayenta Summer Arts Showcase, an all-month event featuring exceptional local artists and the premiere of brand-new creative work, across several disciplines. Join us this June to celebrate and experience local art, fun, and community.
We’re introducing tiered ticket pricing for this program. The Kayenta Summer Arts Showcase is about welcoming audiences to see the work of artists within their own community. We’re committed to making our events as accessible as possible, and believe this tiered structure will help remove financial barriers, while also presenting quality events and compensating artists fairly for their work. The pricing tiers are as follows:

$10 – Pay What You Can
$20 – Suggested Ticket Price
$30 – Support This Program

TICKETS

Glenn Webb is a leading New Music percussionist in the Intermountain region. He is the percussionist and Co-Artistic Director of Grand Circle New Music. GCNM exists to promote the performance of new solo and chamber music. Grand Circle New Music is especially interested in music created in and about the Grand Circle region of the Southwestern United States.
Glenn directs the Percussion Ensemble and New Music Ensemble at Utah Tech University. He is Artistic Director of the St George Jazz Festival and leads the Rebel Jazz Band. He leads the St George All-Stars performing originals and new standards. He is the President of St George Jazz.
He was the Founding Chair of the Music Department at Utah Tech and currently serves as Associate Dean of the College of the Arts. He is the house drummer/percussionist at Tuacahn performing for 2,000 patrons six shows a week. Dr. Webb has music degrees from UNLV, University of Utah, and Weber State University.

Ashlie Chaston is a recent graduate of Utah Tech, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre with an Acting Emphasis. During her short time there, she participated in almost 20 productions. Ashlie is an actor, director, writer, and everything in between–she’s even certified in rapier! Most recently, she stage managed A Caregiver’s Guide at Kayenta. Some of her favorite acting roles include Puck from A Midsummer Night’s Dream, William Dunnn in Men on Boats, Miss Shingle in A Gentleman’s Guide, and Beatrix in This Girl Laughs, This Girl Cries, This Girl does Nothing. As for directing, Ashlie’s favorites thus far have been Striptease by Slawomir Mrozek and Where the Lonely Hearts Go by Finegan Kruckemeyer. She currently portrays Mercy Otis Warren at Liberty Village. For more information, visit ashliechaston.com.

Short Film Screening & Art Talk
2026-06-19 19:30 - 21:00 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
SUMMER ARTS SHOWCASE: SHORT FILM SCREENING
RE
by filmmaker, Wendy Womack
June 19, 7:30PM | Followed by an Art Talk with Addison Kanoelani
Lorraine Boccardo Theater
RE tells the story of two sisters who reunite three years after escaping an abusive cult and discover that recovery looks different for everyone. At this special preview screening, you’ll get a first look at the film and have the opportunity to share your feedback. The film runs 15 minutes and will be presented alongside Addison Kanoelani’s Art Talk.

Wendy Bird Womack is a writer and filmmaker whose award-winning work has received recognition from the Austin Film Festival, BlueCat Screenplay Competition, First Flights Film Fund, the League of Utah Writers, and others. Wendy’s career has spanned multiple corners of the film industry, from development through post-production. Most recently, she taught film courses at Utah Tech University and served as the communications manager for Conserve Southwest Utah, where she advocated for the protection of public lands and endangered species. An avid traveler, Wendy often draws creative inspiration from the places she visits and the people she meets.

ART TALK
Thresholds: Art in Between
With Addison Kanoelani
Discuss the short film preview, RE with visual artist, Addison Kanoelani, in this Art Talk. Explore the artistic process, and the practices and needs of creatives today.

This event is part of the Kayenta Summer Arts Showcase, an all-month event featuring exceptional local artists and the premiere of brand-new creative work, across several disciplines. Join us this June to celebrate and experience local art, fun, and community.
We’re introducing tiered ticket pricing for this program. The Kayenta Summer Arts Showcase is about welcoming audiences to see the work of artists within their own community. We’re committed to making our events as accessible as possible, and believe this tiered structure will help remove financial barriers, while also presenting quality events and compensating artists fairly for their work. The pricing tiers are as follows:
$10 – Pay What You Can
$20 – Suggested Ticket Price
$30 – Support This Program
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Musetrap
2026-06-26 17:00 - 18:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
SUMMER ARTS SHOWCASE: INSTALLATION
Musetrap
with Sara Flannery Murphy
Guided Workshop: June 26, 5PM
Open Installation hours and dates to be announced soon.
Center for the Arts at Kayenta

This interactive installation invites participants to tap into the collective force of human creativity by setting a trap for our muses. Experience this installation two ways: Join creator Sara Flannery Murphy on June 26 for a guided workshop with hands-on exercises and a lecture. Or, visit this “thrift store of ideas” during the open installation period, following your own instincts.
Either way, come with your creative blocks and attempt to appease The Muse!

Sara Flannery Murphy was born in Little Rock, Arkansas. Growing up, her family divided their time between Little Rock and the Arkansas Ozarks. She received her MFA in Creative Writing from Washington University in St. Louis and her MLIS from the University of British Columbia.
Murphy is the author of The Possessions (Harper, 2017), Girl One (MCD/FSG, 2021), and The Wonder State (MCD/FSG, 2023). Her shorter work has appeared in publications including The Guardian and LitHub.
Currently, Murphy lives in Washington, Utah, with her husband and two sons. She teaches craft- and publishing-related courses for Utah Tech and can be found behind the circulation desk at the Washington library. She also serves as the grants chair for Write On St. George, a chapter of the League of Utah Writers.

This event is part of the Kayenta Summer Arts Showcase, an all-month event featuring exceptional local artists and the premiere of brand-new creative work, across several disciplines. Join us this June to celebrate and experience local art, fun, and community.
We’re introducing tiered ticket pricing for this program. The Kayenta Summer Arts Showcase is about welcoming audiences to see the work of artists within their own community. We’re committed to making our events as accessible as possible, and believe this tiered structure will help remove financial barriers, while also presenting quality events and compensating artists fairly for their work. The pricing tiers are as follows:

$10 – Pay What You Can
$20 – Suggested Ticket Price
$30 – Support This Program
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So U Comedy Night!
2026-06-26 19:30 - 21:00 | Kayenta Outdoor Theater, 881 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins, UT, 84738, United States
SUMMER ARTS SHOWCASE: COMEDY
So U Comedy Night!
June 26, 7:30PM
Kayenta Outdoor Theater

We’re excited to welcome So U Comedy to Kayenta for an evening of live improv comedy Performers get suggestions from you, the audience, which they use to inspire hilarious scenes and characters made up right there on the spot. Come laugh with us and have some fun during this family-friendly comedy night.

This event is part of the Kayenta Summer Arts Showcase, an all-month event featuring exceptional local artists and the premiere of brand-new creative work, across several disciplines. Join us this June to celebrate and experience local art, fun, and community.
We’re introducing tiered ticket pricing for this program. The Kayenta Summer Arts Showcase is about welcoming audiences to see the work of artists within their own community. We’re committed to making our events as accessible as possible, and believe this tiered structure will help remove financial barriers, while also presenting quality events and compensating artists fairly for their work. The pricing tiers are as follows:

$10 – Pay What You Can
$20 – Suggested Ticket Price
$30 – Support This Program
TICKETS

Poetry Jams: Thresholds
2026-06-27 20:00 - 22:00 | Kayenta Outdoor Theater, 881 Coyote Gulch Court, Ivins, UT, 84738, United States
SUMMER ARTS SHOWCASE: POETRY
Poetry Jams: Thresholds
hosted by Amanda Empey
June 27, 8:00PM – 10:00PM
Kayenta Outdoor Theater

We’re taking the mic under the stars! Join us for a collaborative jam with local poets. The theme is Thresholds. Come and hear poetry, read your own work, and even write something new. We’ll see you soon!

Amanda Empey, author of White Crown Academy, has been part of the Southern Utah writing community for nearly 10 years. As the current president of Write On, St George, she is passionate to see local writers succeed. Amanda has two book projects underway and has recently taken an interest in writing poetry. In her free time she reads, practices yoga, and dabbles in video game development and storytelling.

This event is part of the Kayenta Summer Arts Showcase, an all-month event featuring exceptional local artists and the premiere of brand-new creative work, across several disciplines. Join us this June to celebrate and experience local art, fun, and community.
We’re introducing tiered ticket pricing for this program. The Kayenta Summer Arts Showcase is about welcoming audiences to see the work of artists within their own community. We’re committed to making our events as accessible as possible, and believe this tiered structure will help remove financial barriers, while also presenting quality events and compensating artists fairly for their work. The pricing tiers are as follows:

$10 – Pay What You Can
$20 – Suggested Ticket Price
$30 – Support This Program
TICKETS

End of Season Party with Runaway Fire
2026-06-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
SUMMER ARTS SHOWCASE: MUSIC
End of Season Party
with Runaway Fire
June 28, 7:30PM
Kayenta Outdoor Theater

We’re closing out our season and the Summer Arts Showcase with a big bash! Party with us in the outdoor theater to Runaway Fire’s electric music, and celebrate the arts in our community.

This event is part of the Kayenta Summer Arts Showcase, an all-month event featuring exceptional local artists and the premiere of brand-new creative work, across several disciplines. Join us this June to celebrate and experience local art, fun, and community.
We’re introducing tiered ticket pricing for this program. The Kayenta Summer Arts Showcase is about welcoming audiences to see the work of artists within their own community. We’re committed to making our events as accessible as possible, and believe this tiered structure will help remove financial barriers, while also presenting quality events and compensating artists fairly for their work. The pricing tiers are as follows:

$10 – Pay What You Can
$20 – Suggested Ticket Price
$30 – Support This Program
TICKETS

FILM SCREENING: National Treasure
2026-07-03 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
FILM SCREENING
National Treasure
Friday, July 3, 2026 | 7:30pm
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater

We’re doing a screening of National Treasure during First Fridays at Kayenta on July 3!
A modern-day fortune hunter races to find an ancient treasure hidden by the Founding Fathers.
Runtime: 131 minutes

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CineSizzle: Labyrinth
2026-07-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
CINESIZZLE!
Labyrinth
Friday, July 10, 7:30pm
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater

Director Jim Henson created a fantasyland where David Bowie reigns as King Goblin and a teen (Jennifer Connelly) must navigate to find her brother.
Rating: PG, Runtime: 101 minutes

$10 TICKETS

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Hot Days. Cool Films.
This July, escape the brutal heat and dive into a different kind of desert experience with CineSizzle!—a film series where the only thing sizzling is the lineup. From air-conditioned afternoon escapes to breezy sunset screenings, we’re bringing you a handpicked mix of unforgettable Cult Classics, curated by our staff and board. Whether you’re looking to cool off or just enjoy something different, CineSizzle! delivers cinematic fun in the heart of the desert.

CineSizzle: Starman
2026-07-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
CINESIZZLE!
Starman
Saturday, July 11, 7:30pm
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater

A romance between an extraterrestrial and a widow, whose husband’s form he `borrows.’
Rating: PG, Runtime: 105 minutes

$10 TICKETS

CINESIZZLE! PACKAGES
Save on our Summer Film Series! Buy the CineSizzle! Full Pass for $50 and see every film, saving 45% on your tickets.
Or, can’t make the full series, but still want to save? The Mix-and-Match Package includes any 3 films in the CineSizzle! lineup for $20, saving 33%! Whether you want to see one weekend of the lineup, or those Sunday matinees are calling your name, we’ve got you covered.

$50 FULL PASS

3 FOR $20

Hot Days. Cool Films.
This July, escape the brutal heat and dive into a different kind of desert experience with CineSizzle!—a film series where the only thing sizzling is the lineup. From air-conditioned afternoon escapes to breezy sunset screenings, we’re bringing you a handpicked mix of unforgettable Cult Classics, curated by our staff and board. Whether you’re looking to cool off or just enjoy something different, CineSizzle! delivers cinematic fun in the heart of the desert.

CineSizzle: Short Circuit
2026-07-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
CINESIZZLE!
Short Circuit
Saturday, July 13, 3:00pm
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater

When a military robot is struck by lightning, he suddenly becomes self-aware and fearful of being reprogrammed. He comes upon an animal lover who is convinced that he is an extraterrestrial.
Rating: PG, Runtime: 99 minutes

$10 TICKETS

CINESIZZLE! PACKAGES
Save on our Summer Film Series! Buy the CineSizzle! Full Pass for $50 and see every film, saving 45% on your tickets.
Or, can’t make the full series, but still want to save? The Mix-and-Match Package includes any 3 films in the CineSizzle! lineup for $20, saving 33%! Whether you want to see one weekend of the lineup, or those Sunday matinees are calling your name, we’ve got you covered.

$50 FULL PASS

3 FOR $20

Hot Days. Cool Films.
This July, escape the brutal heat and dive into a different kind of desert experience with CineSizzle!—a film series where the only thing sizzling is the lineup. From air-conditioned afternoon escapes to breezy sunset screenings, we’re bringing you a handpicked mix of unforgettable Cult Classics, curated by our staff and board. Whether you’re looking to cool off or just enjoy something different, CineSizzle! delivers cinematic fun in the heart of the desert.

CineSizzle: 10 Things I Hate About You
2026-07-17 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for the Arts at Kayenta
CINESIZZLE!
10 Things I Hate About You
Friday, July 17, 7:30pm
The Lorraine Boccardo Theater

Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew” gets a face-lift in this amusing adaptation set in a Seattle high school, where popular Bianca Stratford (Larisa Oleynik) is forbidden to date until her older sister Katarina (Julia Stiles) finds a beau. This doesn’t please some of the boys at school, who decide to bribe a student to go out with Katarina. Heath Ledger, Larry Miller.
Rating: PG-13, Runtime: 95 minutes

$10 TICKETS

CINESIZZLE! PACKAGES
Save on our Summer Film Series! Buy the CineSizzle! Full Pass for $50 and see every film, saving 45% on your tickets.
Or, can’t make the full series, but still want to save? The Mix-and-Match Package includes any 3 films in the CineSizzle! lineup for $20, saving 33%! Whether you want to see one weekend of the lineup, or those Sunday matinees are calling your name, we’ve got you covered.

$50 FULL PASS

3 FOR $20

Hot Days. Cool Films.
This July, escape the brutal heat and dive into a different kind of desert experience with CineSizzle!—a film series where the only thing sizzling is the lineup. From air-conditioned afternoon escapes to breezy sunset screenings, we’re bringing you a handpicked mix of unforgettable Cult Classics, curated by our staff and board. Whether you’re looking to cool off or just enjoy something different, CineSizzle! delivers cinematic fun in the heart of the desert.
