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BWW Review: WAITRESS at ASU Gammage
by Emily Noxon - October 03, 2018
Waitress, the charming musical about an unhappily married, pregnant, pie-maker charms it's way through relationship issues and helps the audience understand that you can be truly happy and not just 'happy enough'.
Lynne Wood Dusenberry, Dusenberry Family To Receive Annual Georgy Award At Arizona Theatre Company Gala
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2018
Longtime board member, advocate and supporter Lynne Wood Dusenberry and the Dusenberry family will receive the annual Georgy Award at the 2018 Arizona Theatre Company (ATC) Gala, a celebration of "Arizona" in ATC's name, Saturday, Oct. 13 in the courtyard at the Temple of Music & Art, 333 S. Scott Ave.
BWW Review: Hale Centre Theatre Presents DEAR RUTH
by Herbert Paine - October 03, 2018
The joyful noise emanating from downtown Gilbert is the unrestrained laughter of audiences during Hale Centre Theatre's uproarious production of Norman Krasna's timeless screwball comedy, DEAR RUTH, directed by Cambrian James and featuring a superb cast. The show runs through November 13th.
Valley Youth Theatre Premieres Musical Addressing Discrimination
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2018
The Arizona premiere of Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical is presented by Valley Youth Theatre (VYT), October 12-28, at 525 North First Street, in Downtown Phoenix. This is the second production in the theatre's thirtieth season and the first time this new musical has been performed by a youth cast. Written by Douglas Lyons, Melvin Tunstall III and Greg Borowsky, it was inspired by the true events of civil rights pioneers Ruby Bridges and The Little Rock Nine and is produced by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, (www.broadwaylicensing.com).
2019 Tucson Jazz Festival Announced
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2018
The 5th annual Tucson Jazz Festival has been announced with some of the biggest names in jazz arriving to perform on stages all over the city.
POWERHOUSE: THE TESLA MUSICAL Electrifies Audiences This October
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2018
The Brelby Theatre Company located in Historic Downtown Glendale, is thrilled to present the world premiere of Powerhouse: The Telsa Musical this fall!
New Exhibition Features The Work Of Artists' Children
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2018
Arizona is the home of many talented and driven individuals who are both artists and parents. "Artists' Children," a new exhibition presented by Scottsdale Arts Education & Outreach, showcases artwork by the next generation of creatives, ages 2 - 22. It opens Oct. 12 at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.
Ninth Annual Herberger Theater Festival Of The Arts Announced for Saturday, October 27
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2018
The ninth annual Herberger Theater Festival of the Arts returns to downtown Phoenix on Saturday, October 27, 2018, 11:30am-5:00pm, at the Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe Street.
Celebrate David DeVary's 75th Birthday At Goldenstein's 15th Annual COWBOY AND INDIANS SHOW
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2018
On Friday, October 5th, Goldenstein Gallery kicks off its most anticipated exhibition of the season the 15th Annual Cowboys and Indians Show! Encapsulating the pioneering spirit of the quintessential Indian and Western cultures, collectors are enthralled by the work of these artists that are deeply rooted in tradition yet flourishing with new styles that portray the imaginations of today. This unparalleled celebration of the art of the iconic American West has inspired people from across the globe.
BWW Review: Arizona Opera Presents MARIA DE BUENOS AIRES
by Herbert Paine - October 01, 2018
As Arizona Opera continues its groundbreaking initiative to introduce audiences to new or under-presented but nevertheless worthy works, it has selected Astor Piazzolla's tango opera, MARIA DE BUENOS AIRES as its Season opener. Sensual, mysterious, and provocative, the work features stellar performances by Catalina Cuervo, Celeste Lanuza, and Luis Alejandro Orozco. Next stop after its run in Phoenix is the Temple of Music and Art in Tucson on October 6th and 7th.
Nominations Now Open for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards!
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2018
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
BWW Review: Arizona Regional Theatre Presents JEKYLL AND HYDE
by Herbert Paine - September 30, 2018
With the launch of their new company, Arizona Regional Theatre, co-directors Kayla Etheridge and Kimberly Sheperd have aimed high and hit their mark with a commanding production of JEKYLL AND HYDE, THE MUSICAL. The show runs through October 7th at the Third Street Theatre at the Phoenix Center for the Arts.
BWW Review: Theatre Artists Studio Presents RABBIT HOLE
by Herbert Paine - September 29, 2018
With a cast that captures the angst and humanity of David Lindsay-Abaire's characters, Theatre Artist Studio's production of RABBIT HOLE, directed by Barbara Acker, is a solemn and reverential journey into the heart of darkness and the light at the end of the mourning cave. Runs through October 21st.
Phoenix Chorale Opens 60th Season DESERT & RIVERS
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2018
The Phoenix Chorale opens its milestone 60th Anniversary Season with Desert and Rivers, a lush concert filled with music inspired by the contrasting landscapes of our home state. The September concerts are the first of the ensemble's celebratory season, with each concert of the season celebrating a unique aspect of the Phoenix Chorale's roots, origins and history.
Photo Flash: DEAR RUTH Opens At Hale Centre Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2018
Opening at Hale Centre Theatre on September 18, 2018 and playing through Nov. 13, 2018 is the Broadway comedy Dear Ruth. Produced by David and Corrin Dietlein, with direction by Cambrian James, Dear Ruth is a charming, romantic, highly entertaining Broadway comedy written by Academy Award winner Norman Krasna (a prolific writer with numerous Hollywood and Broadway hits, he is probably best known for his screenplay "White Christmas"). Dear Ruth was a huge Broadway success with 680 performances. It was later made into a very successful film of the same name starring William Holden, Joan Caulfield, and Edward Arnold.
Mandy Harvey Concert to Include ASL Interpretation at Scottsdale Arts
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2018
Mandy Harvey, an award-winning singer, songwriter and inspirational speaker who lost her residual hearing when she was 19, will perform in concert Saturday, Oct. 13, at 7:30 p.m., at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. ASL interpretation will be available throughout the performance.
Jennifer Holliday Lead THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE In Scottsdale Postponed
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2018
Scottsdale Musical Theater Company has announced Tony Award-winner and Broadway legend Jennifer Holliday (Dreamgirls, The Color Purple) and Joey Lawrence (TV's 'Blossom', 'Brotherly Love', 'Melissa & Joey' , Broadway's Chicago) will lead their production of the musical Thoroughly Modern Millie (September 27 - October 7 at Tempe Center for the Arts in Tempe, Arizona). Holliday will play Muzzy Van Hossmere and Lawrence will play Trevor Graydon. They will be joined by Marc Koeck ('Tony' in last year's 50th Anniversary international tour of West Side Story.
Conversation Around Healing From Sexual Assault Next Up For The Bridge Initiative
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2018
The Bridge Initiative is honored to welcome playwright Dayle Ann Hunt to Arizona for a free public reading of The Trauma Brain Project on Sunday, October 14th at 4:00pm at the ASU Kerr Cultural Center. This play presents a survivor of childhood sexual assault from the early attacks through her journey to healing. It has been performed at conferences for the medical and psychotherapy communities, as well as for lay audiences in Houston, Chicago and New York City. Hunt has reworked the script and the Scottsdale presentation will be the new text's world premiere.
More Than 100 Native American Artists Expected At 27th Annual Invitational Litchfield Park Gathering
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2018
More than 100 Native American artists representing tribal affiliations from across the nation will bring diverse, hand-made original artwork to the invitation-only 27th anniversary Litchfield Park Gathering Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 12-13.
STEEL MAGNOLIAS Comes to Fountain Hills Theater
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2018
Fountain Hills Theater presents the heartwarming comedy, Steel Magnolias, Friday, October 12 through Sunday, October 28, 2018 at Fountain Hills Theater Mainstage, 11445 N. Saguaro Blvd, Fountain Hills, AZ.
OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center Celebrates 25 Years With The House Of Hope Gala
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2018
Saturday October 6 at Sony Pictures Studios, OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center, one of the most respected non-profit grief centers in the nation, proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary of sharing grief and finding hope with the House of Hope Gala. OUR HOUSE is honoring This is US and Dan Fogelman, writer & creator of the hit NBC TV show, The Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund and its President Edie Lutnick, and OUR HOUSE alumni, longtime supporter and former Board Chair, Jory Goldman & her four children.  OUR HOUSE's gala fundraiser will afford them to continue to provide grief support and education for adults and children in the Los Angeles community.   Special guest Patton Oswalt will share his own very personal story of grief. 
Single Tickets On Sale For Arizona Theatre Company's Season 10/1
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2018
Single tickets for Arizona Theatre Company's (ATC) productions of the irresistible musical tribute to the power of hope, The Music Man, and August Wilson's Two Trains Running will go on sale Oct. 1. 
THE B*TCH IS BACK At The Judith Hardes Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2018
Joe Posa, award-winning actor and acclaimed celebrity impersonator, joins forces with "Fashion Police" Executive Producer and Joan Rivers' former head comedy writer, Tony Tripoli for a 90-minute loving tribute to comedy legend, Joan Rivers.
BWW Review: Space 55 Presents THE FIRST ANNUAL BOOKBURNERS CONVENTION
by Herbert Paine - September 22, 2018
Space 55 presents Ashley Naftule's quirky semi-dark comedy, THE FIRST ANNUAL BOOKBURNERS CONVENTION, directed by Dennis Frederick, and running through September 30th.
Stray Cat Opens Season 17 With Annie Baker's THE ANTIPODES
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2018
Following the successes of her Pulitzer Prize-winning The Flick and her haunting and enigmatic John, Stray Cat once again brings the latest work by in-house favorite playwright Annie Baker. An unnamed conference room. A group of creators on an intense and intensely surreal brainstorming session for unspecified purposes. All we know is that these people are being asked to keep coming up with stories - the more personal the better - in the hopes that something will jell and move their project - whatever that may be - forward.

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