The famous author, whose collected works made him a literary giant of the 20th century, talks about his relationship with key individuals in his life: his wife, brother, God and his Oxford colleague, J.R.R. Tolkien. Tu-F, 7:30 p.m.; Sa, 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Su, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. $55. Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa, mesaartscenter.com, 480-644-6500.