Bruce Morgan

Bob Wills' Texas Playboys Will Appear in Concert at the Spencer This Month

When Texas Playboys front man and fiddler Jason Roberts steps onto a stage and utters his first “AH-ha” of the evening, western swing fans know they're seeing and hearing nothing less than the living embodiment of a musical tradition that stretches all the way back to 1933.

Spencer Theater Announces 2022 Summer Season

Catch what’s on stage at the Spencer Theater this Summer Season 2022, a popping 13-week calendar of live music, special events and dining fun. The vibrant line-up includes everything from traditional western swing, contemporary folk, gospel and classic country, iconic rock and pop superstars, award-winning Mediterranean (flamenco/Greek) guitar, folk and surf rock legends, full-stage tributes, and children’s musical theatre. 

Ernie Hasse & Signature Sound Come to Spencer Theater

Ernie Haase and the Signature Sound, the Grammy-nominated and GMA Dove-award winning southern gospel music group returns to the Spencer Theater stage on Saturday, May 25 at 8 p.m., launching the summer season with vocal grace and heavenly harmonies.

Larry Gatlin Kicks-Off Summer Season at Spencer Theater

Headlining the Spencer Theater Summer Season 2017 is the classic country praise music of The Blackwood Quartet and the legendary Larry Gatlin of The Gatlin Brothers on Saturday, May 27 at 8 p.m. (Concert tickets are $39-$69). This promises to be a night of pure western-styled gospel beauty with the Blackwood's favorite Christian melodies like How Great Thou Art, Put Your Hand In The Hand, The Light House, Amazing Grace, Peace In The Valley, and many other gospel classics. Western great Larry Gatlin (pictured above), the eldest of the three Gatlin Brothers and writer of all their greatest hits including All The Gold In California and Houston, holds some of the most prestigious awards in the industry. His showcase of gospel and Gatlin favorites will open the second set of music that night, following The Blackwood Quartet (pictured left). The duo of headliners will then come together in our stage lights for an extended encore of songs.  This special evening is being sponsored in-part by Lynn & Bruce Morgan and Sandra & David Barrett.

Larry Gatlin and The Blackwood Quartet Kick-Off Summer Season at Spencer Theater

Headlining the Spencer Theater Summer Season 2017 is the classic country praise music of The Blackwood Quartet and the legendary Larry Gatlin of The Gatlin Brothers on Saturday, May 27 at 8 p.m. (Concert tickets are $39-$69).

Summer Season 2017 Announced for Spencer Theater

Spencer Theater Summer Season tickets are on sale now! Get the best seats available today by calling the Spencer box office at 575.336.4800 or go online to our secure order site at www.spencertheater.com. Or come by the theater at 108 Spencer Road, Alto anytime between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday. You may also request a brochure with show descriptions to be mailed to your home or business.

Summer Season 2017 Announced at Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts

Few gifts in the history of New Mexico can measure up to that of the Spencer Theater, a year-round performing arts center built in 1997 by the late Jackie Spencer - an energetic woman with big dreams and altruistic ideas.

The Shirelles Starring Beverly Lee to Perform at Spencer Theater, 8/9

When The Shirelles rang out their uncertain question in song: 'Will you still love me tomorrow, ' listeners around the world roared YES! The classic song, sung by a class act of ladies, was just one of many different doo wop, Rhythm & Blues and smooth uptown soul tunes they intoned into history.

Spencer Theater Hosts Ottmar Liebert and Band Luna Negra in Concert Tonight

Liebert is one of the most successful instrumental artists of our time, thrilling sold-out audiences throughout the world. He returns to the Spencer Theater stage with his dynamic band, Luna Negra at 8 p.m. tonight, July 26, sharing his many evocative tunes.

Spencer Theater to Host Ottmar Liebert and Band Luna Negra in Concert on 7/26

Liebert is one of the most successful instrumental artists of our time, thrilling sold-out audiences throughout the world. He returns to the Spencer Theater stage with his dynamic band, Luna Negra at 8 p.m. Saturday, July 26, sharing his many evocative tunes.

First Spencer Wine & Brew Festival Set for Today

Celebrating the vast grape growing and wine producing industry in southern New Mexico, as well as the state's booming microbrews, the Spencer unveils the first Spencer Wine & Brew Festival at the theater today, July 5 from 2 p.m.- 9 p.m. Various wineries and breweries will provide pours at booths set throughout the hall and arts & crafts vendors will also be on site, as will a selection of edibles including gourmet sliders & sides, fruit & cheese plates will be available for purchase. Live jazz music performed by the sizzling ensemble Straight Up Jazz of Albuquerque, and Spanish guitar with area favorite Tomas Vigil, also sets the mood for a day of popping good fun.

Spencer Wine Fest is This Saturday, 7/5

Celebrating the vast grape growing and wine producing industry in southern New Mexico, as well as the state's booming microbrews, the Spencer unveils the first Spencer Wine & Brew Festival at the theater on Saturday, July 5 from 2 p.m.- 9 p.m. Various wineries and breweries will provide pours at booths set throughout the hall and arts & crafts vendors will also be on site, as will a selection of edibles including gourmet sliders & sides, fruit & cheese plates will be available for purchase. Live jazz music performed by the sizzling ensemble Straight Up Jazz of Albuquerque, and Spanish guitar with area favorite Tomas Vigil, also sets the mood for a day of popping good fun.

Grammy Winner Melissa Manchester to Play Spencer Cabaret Night, 5/31

Grammy-winner Melissa Manchester - Saturday, May 31 at 8 p.m. ($69 & $66)). Pop-rock songstress with a bevy of honors and awards for her catalog of beautiful pop ballads “Midnight Blue,” “Through The Eyes of Love,” “Whenever I Call You Friend,” “Don't Cry Out Loud” and “You Should Hear How She Talks About You,” among other hits. Melissa will play the piano and sing at her multi-media Spencer gig, which includes guitar and vocal accompaniment. Pre-show ravioli & linguini lobby buffet ($20) at 6 p.m.

Spencer Theater Announces Summer 2014 Season

There's something for everyone in the Spencer Theater's Summer Season 2014 showcase of concerts, dance, comedy, tributes, parties and special fundraising events. The packed schedule, running late May through August features 16 stellar events, all staged with superior lighting and grand acoustics at the award-winning, not-for-profit Alto, New Mexico performance hall. Pre-performance lobby buffets are offered ($20) before most every show, enabling patrons to easily enjoy a scrumptious hot meal with bar drinks before curtain time.

Beowulf Alley Theatre's Old Time Radio Theatre Co Presents A Classic & An Original

On Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at 7:00 p.m., Beowulf Alley Theatre's Old Time Radio Theatre Company will present a classic production from the golden days of radio, as well as an original radio play written for us by a member of Old Pueblo Playwrights.

Beowulf Alley Theatre's Old Time Radio Theatre Co Presents A Classic & An Original

On Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at 7:00 p.m., Beowulf Alley Theatre's Old Time Radio Theatre Company will present a classic production from the golden days of radio, as well as an original radio play written for us by a member of Old Pueblo Playwrights.