New York • When he first started working with Imagine Dragons, music producer Alex da Kid was looking for some inspiration for the Broadway musical, “Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark.”

‘It’s been ten years, now,” the strong voice said on the phone. Mari Justin is a breast cancer survivor. She, along with hundreds of thousands of breast cancer veterans have faced the demons and now crusade alongside those who are fresh on the battlefield.

Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE: Get The Sillies Out! The popular kids show featuring DJ Lance Rock and the gang — Muno, Foofa, Brobee, Toodee, and Plex — along with hip hop great Biz Markie comes to Phoenix.

Known for his clean, sarcastic humor focusing on the everyday absurdities of life, Brian Regan appeals to fans of all ages. He performs for one night only in Phoenix.

The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce will celebrate the impact women have had on the local business community over the last year when it hosts its annual Business Woman of the Year awards luncheon Wednesday afternoon.

Country musicians Brett Eldredge, Maggie Rose, Randy Houser and Greg Bates come together for a Christmas jam session, sponsored by KMLE 107.9 and benefitting St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

When musician Alice Cooper kicks off his signature charity fundraiser event “Christmas Pudding” at Comerica Theater with actor Johnny Depp and a host of other entertainers in Phoenix this weekend, a group of East Valley rockers will be taking the stage — and perform as the opening band.

The popular Nick Jr. band, featuring Twist, Shout, Kiki and Marina, perform live at this hour-long concert in Phoenix.

Pearl Jam’s lead singer performs in Phoenix.

New York - Alanis Morissette is feeling a little more appreciated as a woman these days, and her new album, “Havoc and Bright Lights,” is a reflection of that.

The dancers stole our hearts and left an impact with their passionate and emotional routines — and to think: That was just through a TV screen.

When the University of Phoenix, the country’s largest university, announced this week it’s closing 115 campuses and satellite locations, it signaled more than a sudden availability of commercial real estate near highway interchanges, where for-profit colleges like to set up shop as a student convenience.

Train: The San Francisco pop rock band known for “Drops of Jupiter,” “Hey, Soul Sister” and “Marry Me” tours in support of its new album “California 37.”

Il Volo Takes Flight Tour: The popular Italian teenage trio performs in Phoenix.

Performing Arts 2012-13 season preview

Performing Arts 2012-13 season preview

America’s funny man and star of the popular “Seinfeld” show performs Saturday in Phoenix.

The musical comedian and satirist ‘Weird Al’ Yankovic performs in Phoenix.

Barenaked Ladies, the Canadian alternative rock band, performs along with Cracker, Blues Traveler and Big Head Todd and the Monsters.

When Dorothy the Dinosaur, Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus and Captain Feathersword the Friendly Pirate are as near and dear in your household as flesh-and-blood relatives, you’ve definitely got a case of The Wiggles — as in, the Australian music group popular among families with young kids.

When Dorothy the Dinosaur, Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus and Captain Feathersword the Friendly Pirate are as near and dear in your household as flesh-and-blood relatives, you’ve definitely got a case of The Wiggles — as in, the Australian music group popular among families with young kids.

The Jacksons Unity Tour: The Jackson brothers carry on the King of Pop’s legacy.

Yanni, the self-taught Greek instrumentalist know for his blend of jazz, classical, soft rock and world music, performs.