Drama. Comedy. Fantasy. For Kids. For over 50 years Musical Theatre Southwest has been thrilling audiences with each and every production that it produces. Starring the most talented actors and actresses from across the state, how can anyone possibly miss what MTS has to offer next? Get your tickets now and see what all the talk is about!
Box Office Manager: Jacie Coryell
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Musical Theatre Southwest Presents
Directors
Lee Ramey & Laura Nuzum
Musical Theatre Southwest is pleased to present some of the finest talent in Albuquerque's musical theatre community in INDEPENDENCE–A 4TH OF JULY CABARET! Join us as we sing and dance to some of your favorite songs from far back in our nation's history to our present day's independence. So, bring along your friends and celebrate our great nation! Sit back, relax, listen and even sing along with a little RED, WHITE & BREW , as we share an evening that will stir the patriot's heart in all of us!
Admission will include light snacks, beverage or brew tickets and a terrific show. Exclusive, private tables for 2 or 4 people available! For reservations and pricing, call our box at 505-265-9119!
Show Times
July 4–7, 2013
Thursday: 7:00pm
Friday & Saturday: 8:00pm
Sunday: 4:00pm
at the
MTS Center for Theatre
Tickets
For tickets please call 505-265-9119
Tickets may be purchased at the MTS Box Office in the Center for Theatre,
over the phone, or at the door one (1) hour prior to the performance.
Box Office hours: Tues & Thurs 10-3, Wed 12-3
During the run of the show: Tues – Fri 10-3, Sat 10-1
Box Office Telephone: (505) 265-9119
Tickets can be purchased by telephone or in person during business hours with a credit card, check or with cash.
We accept these major credit cards
Important Note: Please arrive early to check in. If the performance is SOLD OUT, unclaimed reservations are released for walk-up sales ten (10) minutes prior to showtime. If you would like to see the show that is sold out, we recommend that you come to the theatre and place your name on our waiting list. We will do our best to accommodate you on a first come first served basis.
How to Purchase Tickets
There are two ways to get your tickets for the next and best MTS production:
Tickets by Phone
- Call the MTS box office and speak with one of our friendly volunteers to reserve your tickets.
- Pick your tickets up at the box office during our regular business hours (see hours below) or arrange to pick up your tickets at the will call window at the performance venue.
Tickets at the Box Office
- Purchase tickets in person at the MTS Box Office located at the Center for Theatre during normal business hours.
- Purchase tickets 1 hour before the show when the show is at the African American Performing Arts Center and 1/2 hour before the show when the show is at the MTS Black Box Theatre.
Ticket Prices
Adults $22
Seniors & Students $20
Box Office Hours
Tuesday & Thursday 10:00am to 3:00pm
Wednesday noon to 3:00pm
During the run of the show:
Tuesday – Friday 10:00am to 3:00pm
Saturday 10:00am to 1:00pm
Box Office Telephone
(505) 265-9119
Tickets may be purchased by telephone or in person during business hours with a credit card, check or with cash.
These major credit cards accepted 
Frequently Asked Questions
You've got questions? We've got answers!
We want to make sure that purchasing tickets to your chosen MTS show is as easy as possible. We have created a list of popular questions which should make getting to your favorite seat a lot easier!
Purchasing / Picking Up Tickets
Q: Where and when can I purchase performance tickets?
A: Tickets may be purchased by calling the MTS Box Office at (505) 265-9119. Tickets are available one month prior to opening night for each show.
Q: What does Tickets Available at the Door mean?
A: The MTS Box Office closes at 3pm on the Friday and Saturday of each performance weekend. To purchase tickets, please go to the box office at the:
- African American Performing Arts Center: 1 hour before the show starts.
- MTS Black Box Theatre: 1/2 hour before the show starts.
Q: Where do I pick up tickets I have ordered?
A: Patrons may pick up tickets at the box office at the performance venue 1/2 hour before the show starts. Please be advised that lines at the box office may be long and extra time should be allowed.
General Policies
Q: What methods of payment do you accept?
A: Over the phone or at the box office we accept Cash, Checks, Visa, and Mastercard.
We accept these major credit cards

Q: What is the Musical Theatre Southwest refund policy?
A: All sales are final. Refunds or exchanges are not permitted. Please remember to check your tickets upon pickup.
Q: How early should I arrive before a performance?
A: For shows at the AAPAC, doors open 1 hour prior to the show. For shows at the MTS Black Box, doors open 1/2 hour before the show starts. If the performance is SOLD OUT, unclaimed reservations are released for walk-up sales ten (10) minutes prior to showtime.
Q: Are the performance venues wheelchair accessible?
A: All entrances at the venues are wheelchair accessible. Musical Theatre Southwest and Expo New Mexico are committed to providing accessible environments. Please contact Expo New Mexico with any questions pertaining to accessibility.
Q: What if the show is sold out?
A: If you would like to see a show that is sold out, please arrive early to add your name to our waiting list. Ten (10) minutes prior to showtime, unclaimed reservations will be released for walk-up sales.
If you have any questions about an order you have placed or any comments or suggestions, please feel free to contact us at:
Telephone: (505) 265-9119
Email: info@musicaltheatresw.com



