2026-2027 Performing Arts Season
Our 10-year anniversary season is designed to honor the artistic excellence and community spirit that have defined out journey—while investing in a bold future.
Our programming reflects a deep commitment to quality, presenting a dynamic lineup of theater, dance, music, film, festivals, and humanities that brings together local talent, national innovators, and internationally recognized artists. Each offering is curated to inspired, challenge, and connect audiences in meaningful ways to one another and the world around us.
Check back again in August to see the entire season lineup!
Kayenta New Play Lab: Am I a Good Dog?
KAYENTA NEW PLAY LAB Am I a Good Dog? by Rook Reilley (St. George, UT) Friday, August 7 - 7:30pmSaturday,…
Kayenta New Play Lab: A Matter of Perspective
KAYENTA NEW PLAY LAB A Matter of Perspective by Lisa Quoresimo (Cedar City, UT) Saturday, August 8 - 7:30pmSunday, August…
Kayenta New Play Lab: The Franklin Event
KAYENTA NEW PLAY LAB The Franklin Event by Peter Sham (Cedar City, UT) Friday, August 14 - 7:30pmSaturday, August 15…
Kayenta New Play Lab: If the Creek Don’t Rise
KAYENTA NEW PLAY LAB If the Creek Don't Rise by Tyree Marshall (Los Angeles, CA) Saturday, August 15 - 7:30pmSunday,…
Kayenta New Play Lab: Wound Care
KAYENTA NEW PLAY LAB Wound Care by Jennie Webb (Los Angeles, CA) Friday, August 21 - 7:30pmSaturday, August 22 -…
Kayenta New Play Lab: UNTITLED Plantation Wedding Play
KAYENTA NEW PLAY LAB UNTITLED Plantation Wedding Play by chandra thomas (Los Angeles, CA) Saturday, August 22 - 7:30pmSunday, August…
The Book Bungalow Presents: Eli McCann
Join the Center for the Arts at Kayenta and The Book Bungalow for an engaging evening with Utah author, humorist, podcaster, and lawyer Eli McCann as he presents his new book, Stitched.
First Fridays at Kayenta
We're thrilled to introduce First Fridays at Kayenta, happening on the first Friday of every month! Enjoy live music, food, and fun in the Kayenta Art Village, and a special screening from DOCUTAH at 7:30pm.
DOCUTAH Presents: Secrets of Great Salt Lake
An uplifting story of how water connects all life on Earth.
3hattrio
Blending their vastly different musical worlds, they coined the term "American Desert Music" for their singular sound. After seven albums, four European tours, and a pandemic pause, the trio reunites in September 2026 for a series of retrospective concerts.
The Toast of Kayenta
FESTIVALS The Toast of Kayenta Hosted by the Kayenta Arts Foundation Sunday, September 13, 2026 // 5:00p-9:00p Join us for…
DOCUTAH Presents: Being Adolf Gasser
Adolph Gasser contemplates the life of being a camera repairman, WWII veteran, inventor, best friend of legendary photographer Ansel Adams and owner of a business that supports local filmmakers and employees to flourish as artists and innovators.
Seeking the Wildest West
Join historian Dr. Brenden Rensink for an engaging exploration of the American West and our evolving relationship with wilderness.
Art In Kayenta
Explore original work from more than 50 juried regional and national artists working across painting, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, wood, metal, and more.
DOCUTAH PRESENTS: Snowland
FILM DOCUTAH Presents Snowland Friday, November 6, 2026 // 7:30p part of First Fridays at Kayenta A former child bride…
DOCUTAH PRESENTS: Better Up There
FILM DOCUTAH Presents Better Up there Friday, December 4, 2026 // 7:30p part of First Fridays at Kayenta Better Up…
DOCUTAH PRESENTS: Bedrock
FILM DOCUTAH Presents Bedrock Friday, January 1, 2027 // 7:30p part of First Fridays at Kayenta For the last eighty…
DOCUTAH PRESENTS: Cartapesta: The Carnival of Fano
FILM DOCUTAH Presents Cartapesta: The Carnival of Fano Friday, February 5, 2027 // 7:30p part of First Fridays at Kayenta…
DOCUTAH PRESENTS: An American Storyteller: The Art of Arnold Friberg
FILM DOCUTAH Presents An American Storyteller: The Art of Arnold Friberg Friday, March 5, 2027 // 7:30p part of First…
DOCUTAH PRESENTS: The Hole Story
FILM DOCUTAH Presents The Hole Story Friday, April 2, 2027 // 7:30p part of First Fridays at Kayenta The discovery…
DOCUTAH PRESENTS: Saffron Robe
FILM DOCUTAH Presents Saffron Robe Friday, May 7, 2027 // 7:30p part of First Fridays at Kayenta Saffron Robe is…
DOCUTAH PRESENTS: Driven by Angels
FILM DOCUTAH Presents Driven by Angels Friday, June 4, 2027 // 7:30p part of First Fridays at Kayenta At 62…