Arizona Federal Theatre, Concert theatre in Downtown Phoenix, US
Arizona Federal Theatre is a concert and event venue in Downtown Phoenix, United States, specializing in live music and entertainment programs. The auditorium spans multiple levels with a total of 5,000 seats, and every section provides a clear view of the stage.
Construction began in September 2000 with CORE Construction as general contractor, and the venue opened in spring 2002 as the Dodge Theatre, designed by Dan Meis of NBBJ. Live Nation took over operations in 2007. Comerica Bank acquired naming rights in October 2010; the theatre became Arizona Federal Theatre on December 18, 2019, and Arizona Financial Theatre on July 11, 2022.
The venue's name has changed with its sponsors: Dodge Theatre until 2010, then Comerica, Arizona Federal in 2019 and Arizona Financial in 2022. Its stage has hosted televised events, including George Lopez's HBO special America's Mexican and the 2010 WWE Hall of Fame ceremony. The corner sign carries red DODGE letters above a digital screen.
Visitors need a digital device for entry, as only mobile tickets are accepted. Bags may measure no more than 12 by 6 by 12 inches (30 by 15 by 30 centimeters), and larger items are not allowed inside the building.
All transactions are handled digitally, as no cash payments are possible anywhere in the venue. Whether at concession stands serving drinks and snacks or at merchandise counters, payment is accepted only by card or mobile methods.
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