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Scottsdale Museum Announces Free Admission on Today
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2018
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art will be free to all guests today, Sept. 22, as part of Smithsonian magazine's 14th annual Museum Day.
Phoenix Children's Festival At Cityscape Begins Today
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2018
The second annual Phoenix Children's Festival, featuring a multitude of activities and themed adventures for children ages 3-12, live entertainment and food is planned Today, Sept. 22 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Cityscape, 1 E. Washington St., in downtown Phoenix.
TITANIC: THE MUSICAL Sails to Arizona Broadway Theatre Oct 12 - Nov 10
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2018
Arizona Broadway Theatre welcomes you aboard the ship of dreams - Titanic! Winner of five Tony Awards, this musical set aboard the unsinkable Titanic tells of the passengers' hopes and aspirations on the historic maiden voyage that defined the 20thcentury. Unaware of the fate that awaits them, first-, second-, and third-class passengers marvel at the majesty of the "great ship, Titanic" and tell of their dreams of a better life in America. Titanic: The Musical is an epic, thrilling, and emotionally rich production not to be missed. On stage through November 10.
MusicaNova Opens New Season at MIM
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2018
MusicaNova Orchestra (MNO) opens its 2018-19 season with1918: An Armistice Without A Peace on Sunday, October 28 at 2:00 PM in MNO's new home at the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM), 4725 E. Mayo Blvd. in Phoenix
Arizona Theatre Company Artistic Director David Ivers Named Artistic Director At South Coast Repertory
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2018
Arizona Theatre Company (ATC) Artistic Director David Ivers is returning to his native Southern California roots after being named Artistic Director at the 55-year old Tony Award-winning South Coast Repertory (SCR) in Costa Mesa, Calif. The appointment by South Coast Repertory's Board of Trustees followed an extensive national search. 
Scottsdale Public Art Offers Sneak Peek Canal Convergence Launch Party, 11/8
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2018
This year, Scottsdale Public Art is giving art lovers a behind-the-scenes look at Canal Convergence, a free 10-day event from Nov. 9-18 featuring large-scale public art installations, artist talks and hands-on workshops. The Canal Convergence Launch Party marks the kick-off of this annual celebration of public art and features exclusive experiences for attendees.
THE FUTURE OF FILM IN ARIZONA at Sun Studios Of Arizona
by Lee Cooley - September 20, 2018
The Future of Film in Arizona looks promising according to motion picture industry movers and shakers during a second town hall meeting @StudiosOf in Tempe, AZ. #AZProductionAssn #AZOfficeOfFilm #TucsonFilmOffice #CityOfPhoenixFilmOffice #AZFilm&MediaCoaltion
Local Light Brings Canal Convergence To Old Town Scottsdale
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2018
Not only is Canal Convergence moving to November, expanding to 10 consecutive days and dramatically increasing the amount of artwork, programming and performances, it's also extending its atmosphere beyond the Scottsdale Waterfront to the Old Town Scottsdale businesses south of the Arizona Canal through a new initiative called Local Light.
Sixth Annual BROADWAY BALL Kicks Off With Luncheon And Fashion Show
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2018
The 6th Annual Broadway Ball Luncheon and Fashion Show was held in early September at the Arizona Broadway Theatre in Peoria.
Scottsdale Arts Increases Community Arts Grants By 66%
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2018
Scottsdale Arts is excited to announce a 66 percent increase in the annual award pool for its Community Arts Grant Program, which provides funding to Scottsdale and Valley nonprofit arts and cultural organizations for projects that serve the Scottsdale community. The grants are funded by the City of Scottsdale through Scottsdale Arts' management services agreement.
The Nash All Star Quintet Highlight October At The Nash
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2018
October brings a spectacular lineup of concerts at The Nash as the popular jazz club celebrates its 6th Anniversary. Highlights include the 6th Anniversary Weekend, October 5- 7, with The Lewis Nash All-Star Quintet headlining the weekend's festivities.
Black Theatre Troupe Presents THE WIZ
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2018
Black Theatre Troupe presents The Super Soul Musical version of "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" September 28 - October 14 At Tempe Arts Center. This joyous, modern retelling of L. Frank Baum's classic children's story reflects contemporary African-American culture. After Dorothy gets swept up in a tornado, she finds herself in the fantastical world of Oz.
Giant Jackrabbit Hopping Into Old Town This Month
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2018
A new critter is about to arrive at the corner of Marshall Way and Indian School Road as One-Eyed Jack, a 26-foot-high, 20,000-pound jackrabbit sculpture makes his debut on Wednesday, Sept. 19. This white-painted steel sculpture was commissioned by Scottsdale Public Art.
Charles Shaughnessy Returns To AZ In A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2018
TV, Film and Broadway star Charles Shaughnessy returns to Scottsdale Musical Theater Company this December as Ebenezer Scrooge in the musical A Christmas Carol (December 6 - 23, 2018) at Tempe Center for the Arts.
BWW Review: iTheatre Collaborative Presents WHITE GUY ON THE BUS ~ Searing, Riveting, Essential
by Herbert Paine - September 16, 2018
Bruce Graham pulls no punches in WHITE GUY ON THE BUS, his stinging broadside at the underbelly (the hypocrisies and contradictions) of racism that contaminates the American soul. The power of his punch is sustained in iTheatre Collaborative's riveting production of WHITE GUY ON THE BUS, superbly directed by the company's artistic director, Christopher Haines and featuring a first-rate cast and a riveting performance by Matthew Cary. Running through September 22nd in the Kax Theatre at Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix.
FHT Announces Auditions For THE 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2018
"The 12 Days of Christmas" is a delightful new musical comedy by the author of Ashes to Ashes, The Three Musketeers, The Big Radio Broadcast of 1941, as well as the stage adaptation of A Christmas Carol - The Musical.
BWW Review: THE WILD PARTY ~ Banned in Boston (1928), Red Hot In Phoenix (2018)
by Herbert Paine - September 14, 2018
A/C Theatre Company's staging of Andrew Lippa's THE WILD PARTY, is a wildly engaging tribute to the roar of another decade and its edgy underbelly. Featuring Alanna Kalbfleisch in a defining role, the show runs through September 23rd at Phoenix Theatre's Hardes Theatre.
Greasepaint Presents FOOTLOOSE
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2018
Everybody Cut Loose! Youthful rebellion is tearing through town in FOOTLOOSE presented by Greasepaint Theatre, September 14-23, 2018.
Scottsdale Center to Delve Back Into Live Musical Theatre with THE WORLD GOES ROUND
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2018
For the first time since 2009, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts is producing live musical theater - nine performances of the award-winning musical revue The World Goes 'Round - featuring all local professional actors, singers, musicians and technical staff.
Lovecraftian Occult Comedy Raises Hairs At Space 55
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2018
Space 55 is kicking off their 13th year with a world premiere by the playwright of last season's hit -- Ear. Written by Ashley Naftule, The First Annual Bookburners Convention is a play about bookworms & cosmic horror. Inspired by the playwright's years of working as a used bookseller for Half Price Books and Zia Records, Bookburners started as a workplace comedy before transforming into a darkly comic thriller.
Brelby Theatre Company Unveils 11th Season On Sept 22nd
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2018
The Brelby Theatre Company located in Historic Downtown Glendale, in partnership with The Brelby Foundation, is preparing to give you a glimpse into the future of Brelby by revealing their 11th Season on September 22nd at 7:30pm.
Cast And Creative Team Announced For THE REVOLUTIONISTS At TCA
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2018
The Bridge Initiative and Tempe Center for the Arts present the southwestern premiere of The Revolutionists by Lauren Gunderson, December 7-15. This offering will be the first full production run for Tempe-based nonprofit The Bridge Initiative, and features local talent on and offstage, with a focus on female-identifying artists.
Diablo Ballet Presents A SWINGIN HOLIDAY and More
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2018
Kick off the holidays in style with the first program of Diablo Ballet's landmark 25th Season, A Swingin' Holiday & More, November 9-11, 2018, at the Del Valle Theatre in Walnut Creek. This program features two ballets perfect for the whole family, audience favorite, A Swingin' Holiday and the charming and whimsical Carnival of the Imagination. "I'm incredibly proud to present Diablo Ballet's 25th Season opening program", stated Lauren Jonas, Artistic Director and Co-Founder.
Arizona Cardinals Player, Rob Nkemdiche, To Make Cameo Appearance In Theater Production Of SWEENEY TODD
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2018
The Herberger Theater Center (HTC) and Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) - a Resident Company at the Herberger Theater Center - continue their successful co-presenting partnership with Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. 
“Animaniacs In Concert!” Starring Voice Legend Rob Paulsen Heads To The Miller Outdoor Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2018
Legendary voice actor Rob Paulsen (Yakko & Pinky), who has delighted generations of animation fanatics with his signature roles in "Pinky and the Brain," "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles," and other film and television projects, will be joined by "Animaniacs" composer Randy Rogel, Jess Harnell (Wakko), and Maurice LaMarche (the Brain) in "Animaniacs in Concert!" at the Miller Outdoor Theatre on Friday, November 9th in Houston, Texas at 7:30 PM.

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