The Desert Sun’s weekly Hot Picks column shares can’t-miss live performances.
What to do in Palm Springs this week? See Il Divo, Matthew Morrison
Il Divo will perform on Saturday, March 21, at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio.
In the mood for some live entertainment this weekend? Here are The Desert Sun’s picks for the can’t-miss live performances in the Coachella Valley and surrounding communities March 20-22.
HOT PICK
Il Divo at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino
Classical: The operatic-pop quartet Il Divo is on tour, and this time the group is on tour featuring performances in candlelit venues backed by the Phoenix string trio Simply Three. The shows follow Il Divo’s 20th anniversary tour in 2024 and are a journey through romance, heartache, and joy.
Il Divo debuted in 2004, featuring members Urs Bühler, Sébastien Izambard, David Miller, and Carlos Marín. Since then, the quartet has sold over 30 million albums. In 2021, Marín died from COVID-19. In 2022, Steven LaBrie performed as a guest on Il Divo’s Greatest Hits tour and later joined the group as an official member in 2023.
Il Divo will perform on Saturday, March 21, at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino.
If you go: 8 p.m. Saturday, March 21, Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. Tickets $82.50 to $152.50. fantasyspringsresort.com/il-divo-concert
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Aaron Lewis and the Stateliners at Spotlight 29 Casino
Country: Aaron Lewis continues to blend his metal roots as the frontman of Staind with his country storytelling in his band The Stateliners. The group’s current shows feature a patriotic theme to accompany the set list of country, bluesy, and a few Staind songs. Lewis is also known for his unapologetic political commentary during live performances.
See for yourself on Friday, March 20, when Lewis and the Stateliners perform at Spotlight 29 Casino.
If you go: 8 p.m. Friday, March 20, Spotlight 29 Casino, 46-200 Harrison Place, Coachella. Tickets start at $54.25. spotlight29.com/entertainment
Rick Ross at Morongo Casino Resort and Spa
Rap: Rick Ross is celebrating the 20th anniversary of his iconic rap album “Port of Miami.” The album includes hits such as “Hustlin,'” “Trilla” and “Mastermind.” In addition to his music career, Ross has expanded his business ventures by owning Wingstop franchises and Luc Belaire, and investing in real estate.
Ross will perform on Friday, March 20, at Morongo Casino Resort and Spa.
If you go: 8 p.m. Friday, March 20, Morongo Casino Resort and Spa, 49-500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. Tickets start at $109.50. morongocasinoresort.com/entertainment
Matthew Morrison at Plaza Theater Palm Springs
Vocal pop: If you watched the TV show “Glee,” you remember Matthew Morrison as one of the stars of the show, teacher Will Schuester. The Tony-nominated Broadway actor and singer can perform American standards by Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, as well as rock music. He’s currently on his Rhythms and Revelations tour, featuring story-driven performances.
Morrison will perform on Sunday, March 22, at The Plaza Theatre.
If you go: 7:30 p.m., Sunday, March 22, The Plaza Theatre, 128 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. Tickets start at $59. palmspringsplazatheatre.com/events
Jeffrey Siegel at the McCallum Theatre
Piano: Pianist Jeffrey Siegel will perform on Sunday, March 22, at the McCallum Theatre. Siegel, who performs four shows at the McCallum each season, was inspired by Leonard Bernstein’s music programs that made classical music accessible and began “Keyboard Conversations,” blending his musicianship with knowledge and engaging humor.
The theme of Sunday’s performance will be “Music of Joy and Peace,” featuring compositions by Bach, Mendelssohn, Beethoven, Schumann, and Gershwin.
If you go: 3 p.m. Sunday, March 22, McCallum Theatre, 73-000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. Tickets $33 to $58. mccallumtheatre.org/productions
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