FUSION Theatre Company 2026 Autumn Season Subscriptions Available NOW!
FUSION Theatre Company is elated to announce our 2026 Autumn Season! Included in the lineup are THE RIVER by Jez Butterworth and directed by Michael Samuel Kaplan, LIBERATION by Bess Wohl and directed by Laurie Thomas, and 1st STREET CABARET curated by FUSION.
777: Divine Alignment—A Group Show Curated by Lapis Room
Cruising down Route 66, repeating sequences catch your eye, but it feels much deeper, even divine. Illuminating messages found in neon, deep ink, and the velvet chrome plating of low-and-slow culture.
FUSION Theatre Company presents THE RIVER
FUSION Theatre Company is thrilled to launch our Autumn season with THE RIVER by Jez Butterworth. Directed by Michael Samuel Kaplan, FUSION's production stars Jacqueline Reid, Arron Shiver, and Tiffany Cole.
Folding Space Conduction Ensemble
Join us at FUSION | 708 on Saturday, September 26, at 7 PM for The Folding Space Conduction Ensemble. Come witness the edge of musical creation with the 14-piece Folding Space Conduction Ensemble.
The Heart is Awake presents TEMPLE OF SOUND
The HEART Is AWAKE presents a new TEMPLE OF SOUND, bridging the worlds of experimental and psychedelic music with sacred sounds and vibrational journeys. You’re invited to experience a sound blessing from Shingetsu Billy White.
FUSION Presents the 2026 Rising High Arts Festival!
FUSION is elated to announce the 2026 Rising High Arts Festival on October 8–18! This multi-disciplinary festival is a collaboration of artists, organizations, and businesses that aim to elevate the Downtown Albuquerque experience for residents and visitors alike.
AMP Concerts presents Coco Montoya
With the dynamic Writing On The Wall and a tour calendar busting at the seams, Coco Montoya is as excited as he's ever been to perform the new songs live with his burning-hot band. Montoya's well-earned reputation as an eye-popping live performer precedes him.
ABQ Fermentation & Fungi Festival
This year, you can look forward to your favorite fungi producers, fermented beverages and foods, hands on demonstrations covering all things fermentation and fungi, educational presentations and of course, our beloved Battle of the Breads Competition!
FUSION Theatre Company presents LIBERATION
What happens after the revolution? Liberation animates the ideals of a generation meeting the realities of a lifetime. Sparkling with wit and irresistible humor, Wohl’s Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning comedy celebrates the messy business of changing the world—and yourself.
The Region of Jerry Project—Jerry Garcia Band Tribute
The Region of Jerry Project is coming to FUSION | 708 on Saturday, September 12, at 7:30 PM. The Region of Jerry Project is a soulful, heartfelt tribute to The Jerry Garcia Band.
AMP Concerts presents Yungchen Lhamo
Imagine a life based on unconditional love. A life filled with compassion, lived in service of others. A life of prayers and offerings and song. Now imagine a voice so unique and beautiful, so utterly compelling, that it brings birds to roost in trees and makes wild animals stop in their tracks and listen. A voice as pure as a singing bowl. A voice with a range that astonishes and a force, a vibration, that uplifts and restores. Then welcome—welcome back—the wonder that is Yungchen Lhamo.
AMP Concerts presents Mark Hummel's All Star Blues w/Junior Watson & Anson Funderburgh
Grammy-nominated harmonica man Mark Hummel has put together a Super Blues Band with iconic blues guitarists Texan Anson Funderburgh and SoCal legend Junior Watson, Upright veteran Bill Stuve and famed Texas drummer Wes Starr for this tour. Members have played with Delbert McClinton, Boz Scaggs, Canned Heat, Charlie Musselwhite, Kim Wilson, Rod Piazza, Brownie McGhee, Huey Lewis, James Cotton, and more.
Summer Latinx Writing Group: Exercises in Courage
We are happy to introduce Victoriano Cárdenas for a workshop on “Exercises in Courage.” Everyone is afraid of something. How do we exercise our courage by grappling with our fears on the page? How do we confront the anxieties of writing anything at all?
School of Rock’s Jukebox Jams
School of Rock Albuquerque presents “Jukebox Jams,” the Adult Band Summer Season show. Both groups from their Adults Band program will perform sets with themes such as The Music of Memphis (featuring acts such as Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley) and Garage Rock (featuring The White Stripes, Pixies, and The Vines).
In Rhythm Festival Saturday Night Party with San Francisco's Dj Walt Digz
The In Rhythm Festival is bringing the party to FUSION | 708 on Saturday, August 29, at 9 PM, featuring San Francisco’s DJ Walt Digz! This is one portion of a three-day festival. Dj Walt Digz is the original Bay Area “Timba Dj” and a pioneer of San Francisco’s Cuban dance scene.
AMP Concerts presents Ron Crowder Band
Award-winning singer-songwriter and producer Ron Crowder brings his all-original Rock/Pop/Funk/Soul sound to his hometown of Albuquerque, backed by an all-star band of some of New Mexico’s finest musicians. Crowder will be celebrating the release of his brand-new album, Moving at the Speed of Life.
777: Divine Alignment Artist Reception—A Group Show Curated by Lapis Room
The event kicks off with an artist panel at 4 PM and features a pop-up market, a car show, and a vinyl set by DJ Souliva. Celebrating the culture, creativity, and community that inspired it.
AMP Concerts presents Albert Castiglia
Florida-raised blues powerhouse Albert Castiglia has earned his reputation the hard way through relentless touring, fearless guitar work, and a deep respect for the tradition that fuels his modern edge. A former protégé of blues legend Junior Wells, Castiglia cut his teeth backing icons before stepping fully into his own as a commanding solo artist.
Kellen Erskine Stand-Up Comedy Show
Comedian Kellen Erskine is coming to FUSION | 708 on Saturday, August 15, at 8 PM! With three Dry Bar specials and an appearance on Conan, Kellen is bringing his observational humor to Albuquerque for the first time!
The Larger Universe presents You Can Map, Too!
Join internationally known consciousness researcher and TransDimensional Mapping founder Birdie Jaworski for an immersive three-hour introduction to the fascinating world of Remote Viewing and TransDimensional Mapping (TDM).
El Palacio Summer Issue Reading and Q&A
Editor of El Palacio, Emily Withnall, and summer issue contributors Estevan Rael-Gálvez, Myrriah Gómez, Lazarus Letcher, and Oliver Horn will discuss New Mexico history—from Indigenous enslavement to Black and queer experiences on Route 66 to the loss of communal land grant land to the state’s nuclear legacy—and the nature of the archive.
FUSION presents LOS DREAMERS
FUSION presents a one-night-only staged reading of Los Dreamers, a timely and sharp-witted, political rom-com written and directed by Mónica Sánchez.
The Heart is Awake presents TEMPLE OF SOUND
The HEART Is AWAKE presents a new TEMPLE OF SOUND, bridging the worlds of experimental and psychedelic music with sacred sounds and vibrational journeys. You’re invited to experience a sound blessing from Shingetsu Billy White.
The Larger Universe presents Many Worlds Presentations
Join The Larger Universe at FUSION | 708 on Saturday, July 25, from 2–4 PM for two exciting presentations and a respectful discussion! The presentations include Unicorn of Time and the Number of Motion with Daniel Jencka and Encounters Through the Artist’s Eye with Kathleen O’Connor.
AMP Concerts presents Mary Gauthier
Join Mary Gauthier for a special evening celebrating the 20th anniversary of her landmark album Mercy Now. The show will honor the songs and stories from this beloved record while also featuring music spanning Mary’s extraordinary career
AMP Concerts presents Wonder Women of Country
When Kelly Willis, Melissa Carper and Brennen Leigh—three accomplished singer-songwriters who have forged their own unique lanes in country music—joined forces as a power trio, there was no more appropriate moniker than Wonder Women of Country.
FUSION Theatre Company presents GAZING
FUSION Theatre Company presents GAZING from July 16–19, in partnership with the Albuquerque Museum. GAZING is a theatrical exploration of POV within the art world, the intimately personal interior, and the “unadulterated” realm of childhood. Journey through the landscapes of the brain, the soul, the heart, and the collective. Conceived and Directed by Laurie Thomas.
Rust – paintings, poetry, and mixed media work by Thomas Carney
Rust, a solo exhibition on view at FUSION | 708 this July, features paintings, poetry, and mixed media work by Albuquerque artist Thomas Carney.
N4Arts Presents: In This Space Opening
N4Arts invites you to the opening for In This Space—a mixed-media collection of works by participants in their program for adults with developmental disabilities. This exhibition is centered around a ceramic “town” made of small and large glazed works by our adult participants.
N4Arts Presents: In This Space Exhibition
Originally shown at the North 4th Art Center, this exhibition is centered around a ceramic “town” made of small and large glazed works by our adult participants. This collaborative artwork represents the center’s community of artists and uses world-building and storytelling as tools to create an interactive space for all to reflect on and enjoy.
S4: The Bob Lazar Story Documentary and Discussion
Join The Larger Universe at FUSION | 708 on Sunday, June 28, from 2–4 PM for a special documentary screening and community discussion of S4: The Bob Lazar Story—a compelling new 2026 film exploring one of the most controversial and enduring figures in UFO history.
Joint Venture Night Market
Join us at FUSION on Friday, June 26, from 6–10 PM, for a craft fair to raise funds for the local short film JOINT VENTURE, directed by Joey Greenberg. Come listen to some music, get some cool art, and mingle!
Mirah Solo Show at FUSION
FUSION is happy to welcome Mirah to the stage in FUSION | The Cell on Wednesday, June 24, at 7 PM! Indie singer-songwriter legend Mirah will perform songs from her new album, Dedication, along with songs from her extensive back catalogue.
ABQ Indie Film Festival
This year, the ABQ Indie Film Festival pairs a deeply intimate feature-length documentary with a tightly composed block of five short films. Together, they create a vibrant artistic tapestry of independent storytelling
FUSION Theatre Company presents THE NM SEVEN
As a part of THE SEVEN short works fest, THE NM SEVEN is a staged reading for the seven highest-scoring scripts submitted by New Mexican playwrights.
The New Mexico Youth Arts Ambassadors Exhibition Opening
The NM Youth Artist Ambassadors are inviting you to the opening of their new art exhibition at FUSION | 708, opening on June 5, from 5–7 PM. The exhibit will be on view for all of June!
The New Mexico Youth Arts Ambassadors Exhibition
The NM Youth Artist Ambassadors are inviting you to their new art exhibition at FUSION | 708, on view from June 5–30.
FUSION Theatre Company presents THE SEVEN: The Heart of the Matter
THE SEVEN is one of the nation's premiere short new works festivals. It features seven fully produced world premieres, utilizing seven different directors and a professional ensemble cast.
BreakingEven presents The Fame Monster: A Tribute to Lady Gaga
SOLD OUT! We are excited to welcome BreakingEven back to the stage in FUSION | 708 for the production of The Fame Monster: A Tribute to Lady Gaga. Put your paws up for a night of pure Gaga glory!

