Photo Flash: Borderlands Theater Presents SANCTUARY
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2018
Continuing their signature new plays based on pivotal historical moments in our region, Borderlands Theater presents a timely new drama exploring the origins of the sanctuary movement. Written by Milta Ortiz, who penned 2015's award winning Mas, about the banning of ethnic studies classes in T.U.S.D., Sanctuary is based on the people and events leading up to the 1980's Sanctuary movement that ignited in Tucson when concerned citizens took a radical moral stand in support of people fleeing unimaginable violence.
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2018
Continuing their signature new plays based on pivotal historical moments in our region, Borderlands Theater presents a timely new drama exploring the origins of the sanctuary movement. Written by Milta Ortiz, who penned 2015's award winning Mas, about the banning of ethnic studies classes in T.U.S.D., Sanctuary is based on the people and events leading up to the 1980's Sanctuary movement that ignited in Tucson when concerned citizens took a radical moral stand in support of people fleeing unimaginable violence.
Scottsdale Library Exhibits Frank Lloyd Wright Designs
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2018
Learn about the legendary Frank Lloyd Wright's impact on Arizona architecture through Footprints on the Desert: Frank Lloyd Wright in Arizona from Sept. 15 - Dec. 31 at the Gallery @ the Library, Scottsdale Civic Center, 3839 N. Drinkwater Boulevard.
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2018
Learn about the legendary Frank Lloyd Wright's impact on Arizona architecture through Footprints on the Desert: Frank Lloyd Wright in Arizona from Sept. 15 - Dec. 31 at the Gallery @ the Library, Scottsdale Civic Center, 3839 N. Drinkwater Boulevard.
The Nash/Jazz In AZ Names Steve Maun Managing Director
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2018
Bryan Albue, Board President of Jazz in Arizona, Inc. has announced the appointment of Steve Maun to the position of Managing Director of Jazz in Arizona, which owns and operates The Nash jazz education and performance center in downtown Phoenix.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2018
Bryan Albue, Board President of Jazz in Arizona, Inc. has announced the appointment of Steve Maun to the position of Managing Director of Jazz in Arizona, which owns and operates The Nash jazz education and performance center in downtown Phoenix.
Gary Morris And Friends Presents A Benefit For Heather
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2018
Famed country music artist and Broadway star Gary Morris announces that famed actor/raconteur Wilford Brimley will make a special appearance in a benefit concert for Morris's injured niece and other victims of domestic violence. Gary Morris and Friends: A Benefit for Heather also will feature Tucson native Lisa Morales and other artists on Friday, Aug. 24 at 8:00 p.m. at the Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress St. Tickets start at $35 and are available at $50, which includes a CD and $100, which includes a CD and meet-and-greet pass through the Rialto box office (520-740-1000, www.rialtotheatre.com).
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2018
Famed country music artist and Broadway star Gary Morris announces that famed actor/raconteur Wilford Brimley will make a special appearance in a benefit concert for Morris's injured niece and other victims of domestic violence. Gary Morris and Friends: A Benefit for Heather also will feature Tucson native Lisa Morales and other artists on Friday, Aug. 24 at 8:00 p.m. at the Rialto Theatre, 318 E. Congress St. Tickets start at $35 and are available at $50, which includes a CD and $100, which includes a CD and meet-and-greet pass through the Rialto box office (520-740-1000, www.rialtotheatre.com).
Phoenix Chorale Opens 60th Season DESERT & RIVERS
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 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.
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 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.
Scottsdale Arts Awarded $20k Grant For Early Childhood Education
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2018
Scottsdale Arts Education & Outreach is pleased to announce a grant of $20,000 from Thunderbirds Charities, the charitable giving arm of the Thunderbirds, to support Arizona Wolf Trap, an arts-integrated, early childhood development program. The Thunderbirds host the annual Waste Management Phoenix Open, presented by Ak-Chin Indian Community.
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2018
Scottsdale Arts Education & Outreach is pleased to announce a grant of $20,000 from Thunderbirds Charities, the charitable giving arm of the Thunderbirds, to support Arizona Wolf Trap, an arts-integrated, early childhood development program. The Thunderbirds host the annual Waste Management Phoenix Open, presented by Ak-Chin Indian Community.
THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL Comes to Hale Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2018
Opening at Hale Centre Theatre on August 24, 2018 and playing through October 6, 2018 is the acclaimed Broadway musical The Scarlet Pimpernel. Directed and Choreographed by Cambrian James, with Musical Direction by Lincoln Wright, The Scarlet Pimpernel is a swashbuckling, romantic, and highly-entertaining family-friendly Broadway musical with music by Frank Wildhorn and lyrics and book by Nan Knighton (Jekyll & Hyde, Civil War). The show is based on the novel of the same name by Baroness Orczy. About this show, Producers Dave and Corrin Dietlein said, "Eleven years ago, when we first produced The Scarlet Pimpernel, we knew the show was good, but we didn't know quite what to expect or how audiences would receive it.
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2018
Opening at Hale Centre Theatre on August 24, 2018 and playing through October 6, 2018 is the acclaimed Broadway musical The Scarlet Pimpernel. Directed and Choreographed by Cambrian James, with Musical Direction by Lincoln Wright, The Scarlet Pimpernel is a swashbuckling, romantic, and highly-entertaining family-friendly Broadway musical with music by Frank Wildhorn and lyrics and book by Nan Knighton (Jekyll & Hyde, Civil War). The show is based on the novel of the same name by Baroness Orczy. About this show, Producers Dave and Corrin Dietlein said, "Eleven years ago, when we first produced The Scarlet Pimpernel, we knew the show was good, but we didn't know quite what to expect or how audiences would receive it.
BLK BOX PHX Presents SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES As Inaugural Show in 2018-19 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2018
BLK BOX PHX's 2018-19 season kicks off with a classic tale of good and evil, Ray Bradbury's 'Something Wicked This Way Comes', playing from October 31 through November 11th. Two young boys, Will and Jim, are lured into a mysterious carnival that passes through their town. Soon they discover the diabolical and terrifying truths behind the funhouse mirror maze and the eerie cast of characters. The boys, with the help of Will's father, fight to save their Town from the sinister carnival and its malevolent leader, Mr. Dark, that threaten to destroy it. A hypnotic horror story just in time for Halloween! Directed by Elaine 'E.E.' Moe. Produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing*
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2018
BLK BOX PHX's 2018-19 season kicks off with a classic tale of good and evil, Ray Bradbury's 'Something Wicked This Way Comes', playing from October 31 through November 11th. Two young boys, Will and Jim, are lured into a mysterious carnival that passes through their town. Soon they discover the diabolical and terrifying truths behind the funhouse mirror maze and the eerie cast of characters. The boys, with the help of Will's father, fight to save their Town from the sinister carnival and its malevolent leader, Mr. Dark, that threaten to destroy it. A hypnotic horror story just in time for Halloween! Directed by Elaine 'E.E.' Moe. Produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing*
BWW Review: NEWSIES ~ VYT Opens 30th Season With A Spectacular Triumph Of Talent And Artistry!
by Herbert Paine - August 12, 2018
This reviewer is in awe of what he saw opening weekend of Valley Youth Theatre's production of NEWSIES The Musical: A spectacular triumph of talent and artistry, all the more impressive because of the amazing young performers (ages 12 to 18!) whose versatility and range of technical proficiency is jaw-dropping. Kale Burr is terrific! Tony Spinosa's choreography is tremendous! So is the entire ensemble! An auspicious way to begin the company's 30th Anniversary Season! Runs thru Aug 26 at Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix.
by Herbert Paine - August 12, 2018
This reviewer is in awe of what he saw opening weekend of Valley Youth Theatre's production of NEWSIES The Musical: A spectacular triumph of talent and artistry, all the more impressive because of the amazing young performers (ages 12 to 18!) whose versatility and range of technical proficiency is jaw-dropping. Kale Burr is terrific! Tony Spinosa's choreography is tremendous! So is the entire ensemble! An auspicious way to begin the company's 30th Anniversary Season! Runs thru Aug 26 at Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix.
Black Theatre Troupe Opens Its 2018-19 Season With Its First Production Of THE WIZ
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2018
Black Theatre Troupe opens its 2018-19 season with its first production of THE WIZ, the rock and soul version of The Wizard of Oz. Performances of THE WIZ are Sept 28-Oct. 14 at the Tempe Center for the Arts, which will be the first time the acclaimed company has performed in the venue.
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2018
Black Theatre Troupe opens its 2018-19 season with its first production of THE WIZ, the rock and soul version of The Wizard of Oz. Performances of THE WIZ are Sept 28-Oct. 14 at the Tempe Center for the Arts, which will be the first time the acclaimed company has performed in the venue.
Black Theatre Troupe Announces 2018-19 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2018
Following a record-breaking season last year, Black Theatre Troupe prepares to open its 2018/19 season. The longest continually-running Black theatre company in the United States, Black Theatre Troupe will produce six productions in the coming year, including two new collaborations with noted organizations Tempe Center for the Arts and Childsplay.
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2018
Following a record-breaking season last year, Black Theatre Troupe prepares to open its 2018/19 season. The longest continually-running Black theatre company in the United States, Black Theatre Troupe will produce six productions in the coming year, including two new collaborations with noted organizations Tempe Center for the Arts and Childsplay.
Scottsdale Museum Announces Free Admission on 9/22
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2018
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art will be free to all guests on Saturday, Sept. 22, as part of Smithsonian magazine's 14th annual Museum Day.
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2018
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art will be free to all guests on Saturday, Sept. 22, as part of Smithsonian magazine's 14th annual Museum Day.
This Friday NEWSIES Kicks Off VYT's 30th Season
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2018
As the first show of their 30th season, Valley Youth Theatre (VYT) will present the musical, Newsies, from August 10 through August 26, on Center Stage at the Herberger Theater Center.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2018
As the first show of their 30th season, Valley Youth Theatre (VYT) will present the musical, Newsies, from August 10 through August 26, on Center Stage at the Herberger Theater Center.
Arizona Coyotes Foundation Partners With Arizona Broadway Theatre To Benefit Luke Air Force Base Families
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2018
Military families, veterans, and Luke Air Force Base employees enjoyed professional theatre performances during Arizona Broadway Theatre's Season 13 thanks to a generous grant from the Arizona Coyotes Foundation. The 2017-18 grant, coordinated through the Arizona Community Foundation, made it possible for nearly 600 members of the Luke Air Force Base community to receive complimentary tickets for Broadway-style productions and children's theatre experiences at Arizona Broadway Theatre in Peoria.
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2018
Military families, veterans, and Luke Air Force Base employees enjoyed professional theatre performances during Arizona Broadway Theatre's Season 13 thanks to a generous grant from the Arizona Coyotes Foundation. The 2017-18 grant, coordinated through the Arizona Community Foundation, made it possible for nearly 600 members of the Luke Air Force Base community to receive complimentary tickets for Broadway-style productions and children's theatre experiences at Arizona Broadway Theatre in Peoria.
Borderlands Theater Presents SANCTUARY
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2018
Continuing their signature new plays based on pivotal historical moments in our region, Borderlands Theater presents a timely new drama exploring the origins of the sanctuary movement. Written by Milta Ortiz, who penned 2015's award winning Mas, about the banning of ethnic studies classes in T.U.S.D., Sanctuary is based on the people and events leading up to the 1980's Sanctuary movement that ignited in Tucson when concerned citizens took a radical moral stand in support of people fleeing unimaginable violence.
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2018
Continuing their signature new plays based on pivotal historical moments in our region, Borderlands Theater presents a timely new drama exploring the origins of the sanctuary movement. Written by Milta Ortiz, who penned 2015's award winning Mas, about the banning of ethnic studies classes in T.U.S.D., Sanctuary is based on the people and events leading up to the 1980's Sanctuary movement that ignited in Tucson when concerned citizens took a radical moral stand in support of people fleeing unimaginable violence.
Scottsdale Center For The Performing Arts Announces 2018–19 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2018
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts' Live & Local Fridays concert series opens on Sept. 7 and showcases eight Arizona groups spanning rockabilly-honky tonk, indie-folk, African rhythms, blues, hip-hop, folk-rock, jazz, indie-rock and pop on Friday evenings through Sept. 28.
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2018
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts' Live & Local Fridays concert series opens on Sept. 7 and showcases eight Arizona groups spanning rockabilly-honky tonk, indie-folk, African rhythms, blues, hip-hop, folk-rock, jazz, indie-rock and pop on Friday evenings through Sept. 28.
PLAYING GAMES By Brian Maticic Arrives At Space 55
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2018
Space 55 is kicking off their 13th year of off-kilter theatre with a special co-production from Brelby Theatre Company. 'Playing Games' by Brian Maticic offers audiences an unpredictable, entertaining, and wild ride of farcical, dark comedy.
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2018
Space 55 is kicking off their 13th year of off-kilter theatre with a special co-production from Brelby Theatre Company. 'Playing Games' by Brian Maticic offers audiences an unpredictable, entertaining, and wild ride of farcical, dark comedy.
Charles Shaughnessy Returns To SMTC In A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 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 3 - 23, 2018) at Tempe Center for the Arts.
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 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 3 - 23, 2018) at Tempe Center for the Arts.
Tony Spinosa Is Guest Choreographer For VYT's NEWSIES
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2018
Celebrated stage impresario, Tony Spinosa, has spent the past four weeks in the Valley, training nearly forty local performers to dance in Valley Youth Theatre's (VYT) upcoming production of, Newsies, running August 10 through August 26, at the Herberger Theater Center. The production is presented by Valley Toyota Dealers and sponsored in part by Edward Jones. It is directed by VYT's Producing Artistic Director of 22 years, Bobb Cooper.
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2018
Celebrated stage impresario, Tony Spinosa, has spent the past four weeks in the Valley, training nearly forty local performers to dance in Valley Youth Theatre's (VYT) upcoming production of, Newsies, running August 10 through August 26, at the Herberger Theater Center. The production is presented by Valley Toyota Dealers and sponsored in part by Edward Jones. It is directed by VYT's Producing Artistic Director of 22 years, Bobb Cooper.
Fountain Hills Theater Announces Cast For JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2018
Fountain Hills Theater is proud to announce the cast of "Jesus Christ Superstar," a groundbreaking musical and a timeless work of art that will play from Aug. 31 - Sept. 16 in the Mainstage Theater.
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2018
Fountain Hills Theater is proud to announce the cast of "Jesus Christ Superstar," a groundbreaking musical and a timeless work of art that will play from Aug. 31 - Sept. 16 in the Mainstage Theater.
RITUAL DANCE Comes to Prescott This Month
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2018
On Saturday August 18 things will be heating up in Prescott with two of the hottest entertainers in Arizona joining forces. Two world-class professionals originally from from Las Vegas and New York teaming up to create an unforgettable evening of entertainment in a show called RITUAL DANCE. The show features the music and guitar virtuosity of Anthony Mazzella and creative dancing of professional showgirl Myryka Nunyaz.
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2018
On Saturday August 18 things will be heating up in Prescott with two of the hottest entertainers in Arizona joining forces. Two world-class professionals originally from from Las Vegas and New York teaming up to create an unforgettable evening of entertainment in a show called RITUAL DANCE. The show features the music and guitar virtuosity of Anthony Mazzella and creative dancing of professional showgirl Myryka Nunyaz.
BWW Review: Arizona Broadway Theatre Presents CATCH ME IF YOU CAN
by Herbert Paine - August 01, 2018
Arizona Broadway Theatre's production of CATCH ME IF YOU CAN makes for good summer fare...cool, innocuous, and passably entertaining..but Frank Abagnole's story gets lost in the mix. Through August 12th.
by Herbert Paine - August 01, 2018
Arizona Broadway Theatre's production of CATCH ME IF YOU CAN makes for good summer fare...cool, innocuous, and passably entertaining..but Frank Abagnole's story gets lost in the mix. Through August 12th.
Black Theatre Troupe Announces 2018-19 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2018
Following a record-breaking season last year, Black Theatre Troupe prepares to open its 2018/19 season. The longest continually-running Black theatre company in the United States, Black Theatre Troupe will produce six productions in the coming year, including two new collaborations with noted organizations Tempe Center for the Arts and Childsplay.
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2018
Following a record-breaking season last year, Black Theatre Troupe prepares to open its 2018/19 season. The longest continually-running Black theatre company in the United States, Black Theatre Troupe will produce six productions in the coming year, including two new collaborations with noted organizations Tempe Center for the Arts and Childsplay.
Now Playing/Coming Soon To Great AZ Puppet Theater
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2018
'OLD MACDONALD': There's lots of zany barnyard fun to be had with Old MacDonald and his farm animal friends in this funny, sing-along show!
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2018
'OLD MACDONALD': There's lots of zany barnyard fun to be had with Old MacDonald and his farm animal friends in this funny, sing-along show!
BWW Review: Hale Centre Theatre Presents A Glorious SISTER ACT
by Herbert Paine - July 30, 2018
Hale Centre Theatre's current production of SISTER ACT, running through August 18th, features Cambrian James' imaginative direction and choreography, with standout turns by Ashley Jackson and Kathleen Richards.
by Herbert Paine - July 30, 2018
Hale Centre Theatre's current production of SISTER ACT, running through August 18th, features Cambrian James' imaginative direction and choreography, with standout turns by Ashley Jackson and Kathleen Richards.
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