Review: BEN BUTLER At Don Bluth Front Row Theatre
Richard Strand's BEN BUTLER highlights a seminal moment in the march to emancipation.
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Review: BYE BYE BIRDIE at Hale Centre Theatre
Director/choreographer Cambrian James delivers a nostalgically delightful production of BYE BYE BIRDIE, featuring a knockout performance by Michala Montaño as Rosie.
Review: A SOLDIERS PLAY at ASU Gammage
The National Tour of A Soldier’s Play at ASU Gammage is magic, being led by not only the sensational Norm Lewis but also a fantastic cast, telling a story that although set in a time and place nearly 80 years ago, is also one that still mirrors realities our communities face today.
Review: PRIVATE LIVES at Arizona Theatre Company
Lots gets lost in Arizona Theatre Company's production of Noël Coward's PRIVATE LIVES.
Review: DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS at Arizona Broadway Theatre
The show stopping performance by triple threat Nathan David Smith seals the deal on Arizona Broadway Theatre's rousing production of DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, directed by Clayton Phillips and featuring an outstanding ensemble.
Review: LIKE HEAVEN at The Bridge Initiative
The Bridge Initiative's production of Elaine Romero's LIKE HEAVEN, directed by Samantha Wyer Bello is a stirring and entertaining focus on one woman's quest for self-fulfillment.
Review: SWEENEY TODD at Greasepaint Youtheatre
Outstanding performances by a gifted group of young thespians are featured in Greasepaint Youtheatre's production of SWEENEY TODD, running through May 14th at the Stagebrush Theatre in Scottsdale, AZ.
Review: THE ROOMMATE at Theatre Artists Studio
The must-see production of Jen Silverman's THE ROOMMATE, directed by Patti Suarez and featuring the stellar performances of Debra K.
Review: A CHORUS LINE At The Phoenix Theatre Company
The Phoenix Theatre Company's production of A CHORUS LINE, directed by Jeff Whiting runs through May 14th: It's 'not just a handsome production; to date it’s the standout of the current season.
Review: PRU PAYNE at Arizona Theatre Company
PRU PAYNE, directed by Sean Daniels and featuring Mimi Kennedy and Gordon Clapp ~ Arizona Theatre Company's emotionally powerful production of Steven Drukman's play runs through April 16th at Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix.
Review: RESPECT: THE MUSICAL at Black Theatre Troupe
Black Theatre Troupe's lively and innovative production of RESPECT: THE MUSICAL, directed and choreographed by Patdro Harris, runs through April 9th.
Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Don Bluth Front Row Theatre
Don Bluth Front Row Theatre's production of STEEL MAGNOLIAS features an outstanding ensemble of six seasoned actresses, under the caring and keen direction of Cheryl Schaar.
Review: ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA at Southwest Shakespeare Company
Southwest Shakespeare Company’s ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA, co-directed by Producing Artistic Director Debra Ann Byrd and Tina Packer and featuring Cynnita Agent as the queen of the Nile, is a modest if uneven production, featuring periodic flashes of acting brilliance.
Review: Mimi Kennedy, Gordon Clapp Dazzle in World Premiere of PRU PAYNE at Arizona Theatre Company
Mimi Kennedy renders an imperious and brassy Pru Payne (her public moniker).
Review: BRONTË Underscores Hardship and Genius of Literary Icons
Teale's dramatic conceit - a seamless juxtaposition of present reality and childhood memories - makes for an engaging theatrical form that justifies the Brontës' epic narrative.
Review: DISNEY'S FROZEN NATIONAL TOUR at Gammage Auditorium
What did our critic think of DISNEY'S FROZEN NATIONAL TOUR at Gammage Auditorium?
Review: Winding Road Theater Ensemble Flaunts Committed Cast with TICK, TICK...BOOM
Staging choices notwithstanding, Winding Road's production is a moving personal encounter.
Review: THE GLASS MENAGERIE at Arizona Theatre Company
In its execution, a less than compelling and strategically misdirected production of Tennessee Williams's THE GLASS MENAGERIE is the current fare at Arizona Theatre Company.
Review: SILENT LIFE: THE STORY OF THE LADY IN BLACK at Sedona International Film Festival
SILENT LIFE: THE STORY OF THE LADY IN BLACK is Vladislav Kozlov's sweet homage to the silent film era and Rudolph Valentino and features the brilliant return of Terry Moore to the screen.
Review: EXPOSURE at Sedona International Film Festival
EXPOSURE, Holly Morris's visually stunning account of an 11-woman expedition to the North Pole is one of the featured documentaries at this year's Sedona International Film Festival.
Review: BEING MICHELLE at the 29th Sedona International Film Festival
BEING MICHELLE, Atin Mehra's eye-opening documentary about the injustices and limitations of law enforcement in its treatment of people with disabilities.
Review: AN AMERICAN IN PARIS At The Phoenix Theatre Company
What did our critic think of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS at The Phoenix Theatre Company?
Review: JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE at Black Theatre Troupe
Black Theatre Troupe received The August Wilson American Century Cycle Award, as they do its namesake more than justice.
Review: PATRICK AND THE WHALE at Sedona International Film Festival
PATRICK AND THE WHALE, one of the featured documentaries at this year's Sedona International Film Festival, is an inspired and revelatory film about the unique attributes of the great Cetacean.
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Proof Temple of Music and Art (9/27-10/17) |
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EUREKA DAY Stray Cat Theatre (10/09-10/17) |
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Murder at the Magic Show II Mystery and Magic Dinner Theater on Broadway (4855 East Broadway, Tucson) (10/09-10/10) |
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The Wiz (Touring) Mesa Arts Center (11/20-11/22) |
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Black Comedy Live Theatre Workshop (10/30-11/22) |
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MY MAN GODFREY Don Bluth Front Row Theatre (1/21-2/27) |
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I'm Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire The Scoundrel and Scamp Theatre (9/24-10/11) |
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Doja Cat Mortgage Matchup Center (10/29-10/29) |
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The Skylark Club | Babes of the Blues The Treasury 1929 (10/30-10/30) |
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Hi-Fi Holiday Concert Hale Centre Theatre Arizona (12/04-12/19) |
