Alice Cooper Recruits Heavy Metal Legends for Annual Christmas Pudding Benefit

Shock rock pioneer Alice Cooper is officially gearing up for his favorite holiday tradition. The iconic musician has unveiled the performer lineup for his 24th annual "Christmas Pudding" benefit show, promising another loud and unforgettable night of rock and roll for a worthy cause. The upcoming charity extravaganza will take over the Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix on December 12. As with previous iterations of the event, every dollar raised from the star-studded show goes directly toward funding Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock Teen Centers, which support local youth through creative and musical outlets.

The newly announced lineup brings together a heavy-hitting mix of rock and metal royalty. Heavy metal icon Dee Snider, best known as the legendary frontman of Twisted Sister, is among the headlining guests set to deliver a high-octane performance. Joining Snider on the bill are Halestorm members Lzzy Hale and Joe Hottinger, bringing their signature hard rock sound to the Phoenix stage. Virtuoso guitarist John 5 is also slated to perform alongside his backing band, John 5 and the Creatures, adding even more shredding power to the charity bash. In addition to these major rock figures, the showcase promises even more musical appearances throughout the evening. Over its two-decade history, the benefit concert has become legendary for bringing together diverse musical acts for unexpected collaborations and festive rock covers.

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Ticket sales and event proceeds from the night directly sustain the operation of Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock Teen Centers. The non-profit foundation provides teenagers with free access to music instruction, dance programs, art classes, and vocational training in a safe environment. By uniting generations of rock icons on stage at the Celebrity Theatre on December 12, Cooper continues his decades-long mission to give back to his home community while delivering one of the most anticipated annual concerts in Arizona.