School of Rock
Based on the hit movie, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling musical follows a failed wannabe rock star who turns a class of straight-A students into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock band.
Feel the music at 7:30 p.m., May 30 through June 15, at Las Cruces Community Theatre, 313 N. Main St., Las Cruces. Info: 575-523-1200
Peter Rivera
The original lead singer and drummer of the classic R&B band Rare Earth continues to rock at age 77, bringing his Top 40 hits to the desert, including “Born to Wander,” “I Just Want to Celebrate,” “Get Ready,” and “Hey, Big Brother.”
Get funky at 7 p.m., Friday, May 30, at the Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Main St., Las Cruces. Info: EPHardins.org
Democracy is Blowin’ in the Wind
The music of a true American original will be spotlighted, featuring local musician and Dylan-ophile Joe Neri, along with musical performances by the Mittlestadts, Steven Baird, JonRo Crow, Wally Lawder and Blues Dawg.
Celebrate a fading democracy at 7 p.m., Saturday, May 31, at The Hearth, 1915 N. Swan St., Silver City. Info: Joe at Joe12bar@gmail.com
Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders on Tour
The iconic troupe brings the sizzle, spirit, and signature power-kicks to the stage in a show-stopping, 100-minute spectacle for all ages, featuring jaw-dropping choreography with inspiring stories from the women behind the uniform.
Perk up at 7 p.m., Saturday, May 31, the Abraham Chavez Theatre, 1 Civic Center Plaza, El Paso. Info: 915-999-5727
Aladdin, Habibi Screening
Celebrate Pride Month with a special screening of Joshua L. Peugh’s acclaimed reimagining of an iconic tale exploring cultural identity, personal authenticity, and forbidden love through Peugh's innovative choreographic lens.
Honor the spirit of Pride at 7 p.m., Tuesday, June 3, at the Fountain Theatre, 2469 Calle de Guadalupe, Mesilla. Info: DarkCirclesContemporaryDance.com
Taste of Las Cruces 2025
Casa de Peregrinos food pantry presents a sparkling night of mouth-watering, lovingly prepared food from your favorite local restaurants and food trucks, all under one roof as a benefit to end hunger in the community.
Get a taste at 5 p.m., Thursday, June 5, at the Las Cruces Convention Center, 680 E. University Ave., Las Cruces. Info: 575-523-5542.
Jacob Acosta Golden Hearts Tour
The national recording artist from Tucson hits the road in support of his latest release “Saint Corazon,” continuing his exploration of blues/classic rock, indie-shoegaze, pop, deep house, Americana and folk music.
Make a musical connection at 6 p.m., Thursday, June 5, at Picacho Peak Brewing Co., 3900 W. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces. Info: 575-647-4797
Fiesta Latina!
Hosted by WNMU, this lively four-day festival honors the rich cultural ties New Mexico shares with Mexico through a colorful blend of juried art, live music and dance, traditional food, cultural demonstrations, film screenings and more.
Celebrate culture at 4 p.m., June 5-8, on the campus of Western New Mexico University, 1000 W. College Ave., Silver City. Info: FiestaLatina.org
