This is a repeating event04/04/2026 8:00 PM
April at The Plaza Theatre 2026
Event Details
Wednesday, April 1
Award-winning actor, singer, and style icon Billy Porter takes the stage for an electrifying night of music, storytelling, and show-stopping vocals. Known for his groundbreaking work in Broadway’s Kinky Boots, his Emmy-winning role in Pose, and his chart-topping music career, Porter’s concert will be a one-of-a-kind experience.
Saturday , April 4
New York Philharmonic String Quartet
The New York Philharmonic String Quartet comprises four Principal musicians from the Orchestra: Concertmaster Frank Huang (The Charles E. Culpeper Chair); Principal Second Violin Group Qianqian Li; Principal Viola Cynthia Phelps (The Mr. and Mrs. Frederick P. Rose Chair); and Principal Cello Carter Brey (The Fan Fox and Leslie R. Samuels Chair). The group was formed in January 2017, during the Philharmonic’s 175th anniversary season; the New York Philharmonic String Quartet made its debut as the solo ensemble in John Adams’s Absolute Jest in New York in March 2017, and reprised the work on the Orchestra’s EUROPE / SPRING 2017 tour. All four members are multiple prize winners, have appeared as concerto soloists with the Philharmonic and orchestras around the world, and have appeared frequently in the Philharmonic’s chamber music series at David Geffen Hall and Merkin Concert Hall.
Frank Huang has performed at the Marlboro Music Festival, Ravinia’s Steans Institute, Seattle Chamber Music Festival, and Caramoor. He frequently participates in Musicians from Marlboro’s tours, and was selected by The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center to be a member of the prestigious Bowers Program (formerly CMS Two). Before joining the Houston Symphony as concertmaster in 2010, Frank Huang held the position of first violinist of the Grammy Award–winning Ying Quartet.
Qianqian Li has performed at major music festivals including Aspen, Tanglewood, Yellow Barn, and Sarasota. As a soloist, she has performed with orchestras in major concert halls in Asia, the United States, the United Kingdom, and South Africa. Before joining the New York Philharmonic, she served as a member of the first violin section of The Metropolitan Opera Orchestra for three years, after winning positions with the orchestras of Seattle, Atlanta, and St. Paul in the same period. She has also performed in the Boston, Pittsburgh, and Atlanta symphony orchestras and The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra.
Cynthia Phelps performs with The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, Jupiter Chamber Players, and the Santa Fe, La Jolla, Seattle, Chamber Music Northwest, and Bridgehampton festivals. She has appeared with the Guarneri, Tokyo, Orion, American, Brentano, and Prague Quartets, and the Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson Trio. She is also a founding member of the chamber group Les Amies, a flute-harp-viola group with Philharmonic Principal Harp Nancy Allen and flutist Carol Wincenc.
Carter Brey has made regular appearances with the Tokyo and Emerson string quartets as well as The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and at festivals such as Spoleto (both in the United States and Italy), and the Santa Fe and La Jolla Chamber Music festivals. He and pianist Christopher O’Riley recorded Le Grand Tango: Music of Latin America, a disc of compositions from South America and Mexico released on Helicon Records.
Tuesday, April 7
The Making of Life on Our Planet
At The Making of Our Planet, join Dan Tapster for an exclusive look into this ambitious project – from the science behind Earth’s previous extinction events to the groundbreaking techniques used to recreate prehistoric creatures and landscapes – followed by a live Q&A.
At a time when the natural world faces unprecedented challenges, this is a rare chance to explore Earth’s history of resilience and discuss the importance of conservation and a sustainable future.
Wednesday, April 8
Experience Colin Hay and his Acoustic Band performing reimagined versions of Men At Work hits and Colin’s beloved solo classics in a stripped-down, acoustic setting.
Sunday, April 12
Renowned as one of the most famous drag performers in herstory, Alyssa Edwards is an American entertainer, choreographer, and globally recognized television personality.
Before her television debut, Alyssa was a talented dance instructor and one of the most decorated performers in the drag pageantry circuit. Her rise to international fame began in 2012 when she was cast in the fifth season of RuPaul's Drag Race, where her candid testimonials, iconic tongue-pops, and quirky personality made her an instant fan favorite. She returned in 2016 for RuPaul's Drag Race: All Stars Season 2, finishing as fourth runner-up and once again capturing hearts worldwide.
Tuesday, April 14
Pops at The Plaza - Disco Inferno: The Music of The 70's
Get ready to groove! This high-energy tribute to the disco decade features hits from the Bee Gees, ABBA, Donna Summer, the Eagles, Gloria Gaynor, and other iconic artists of the '70s. Broadway vocalists and the Palms Springs Pops bring glitter and glam, turning the Plaza into a full-on boogie wonderland. Don't forget your dancing shoes and join two-time Grammy award winner Tamika Lawrence and friends for an unforgettable evening.
Friday - Sunday, April 24-26
Rhinestones & Rainbows, our tribute to Dolly Parton
Tuesday, April 28
Ada Twist, Scientist & Friends
his STEM-focused musical celebrates the adventures of three inquisitive thinkers: Ada Twist, with her boundless curiosity, Rosie Revere, with her big dreams, and Iggy Peck, with his passion for architecture. Based on Andrea Beaty's acclaimed book series, this 60-minute production is designed for grades K-4.
The ARTS TEACH KIDS program represents the Plaza Theatre's commitment to community engagement and educational outreach following its complete restoration. The historic venue, a Palm Springs cultural landmark since 1936, is currently undergoing renovations to transform it into a state-of-the-art performing arts destination while preserving its iconic character.