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Greg Warner Trio with Dennis Rowland to Play Peoria Center for the Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2016
On November 16, come hear the vocal stylings of Dennis Rowland, Diana Lee and the Greg Warner Trio. This award-winning group will wow you with their jazz, pop and funk. Don't miss the return of Dennis and some of the best jazz artists in the Valley.
BAREFOOT CONTESSA's Ina Garten to Appear at Mesa Arts Center This Fall
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2016
Ina Garten, one of the country's most beloved culinary icons, author of nine New York Times bestselling cookbooks and host of the popular Emmy and James Beard Award-winning BAREFOOT CONTESSA BACK TO BASICS show on Food Network, is coming to Mesa Arts Center, today, November 15 at 7:30 p.m.
Theater Works Offers Three Ways to Celebrate Holidays This December
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2016
Theater Works is offering three ways to enjoy the Holidays with three different shows throughout December kicking off Saturday, December 3, 2016.  A family musical with a story of giving, a soulful mix of Holiday music and a talent-filled cabaret come together for three weeks of holiday music. The Quiltmaker's Gift, Soul of Broadway Holiday and Santa's Helpers will be on stage in repertory through December 18. 2016 on the Gyder Stage at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts. "We've got a lot of talent on this stage, and the holiday repertory shows are no exception," Artistic Director Chris Hamby says. "There is something for everyone at Theater Works."
Experience a Tucson Holiday Tradition in its 20th Year
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2016
Borderlands Theater proudly presents a holiday favorite, the 20th Annual, A Tucson Pastorela written by Milta Ortiz and the ghost writers. Local theater professional Katherine Monberg directs. A Tucson Pastorela runs December 1- 11.
BUILDING BRIDGES Gala Celebration Announces 2016 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2016
The Bridge Initiative hosts Building Bridges, a cocktail gala celebration featuring performances, food, drink, a silent auction (items for bid include tickets to other performing arts organizations, tickets to Cactus Bowl, AZ State Park membership, Preferred Hotels vacation packages, and more), and a chance to interface with the community. Funds raised will finance future Bridge Initiative programming, including a new play development week in February.
Russian Comedian Yakov Smirnoff Comes to Mesa Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2016
With infectious charm, comedian Smirnoff teaches his audience how to put the spark back into relationships through love and laughter. Smirnoff will perform one night only, Thursday, December 15 at 7:30 p.m. at the Mesa Arts Center's Piper Auditorium, 1 E. Main St in Mesa.
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Names Free Arts a 'Pioneer of Children's Wellbeing'
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2016
Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona has been selected as a Pioneer of Children's Wellbeing by the social change-focused organization Ashoka and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
Sonoran Desert Chorale to Present DESERT VOICES OF CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2016
At this most beautiful season of the year, music connects us to feelings of hope and joy and an appreciation of the miraculous.  The Chorale translates those feelings into song accompanied by brass, percussion, and two of the mightiest organs in the Valley.  Continuing with our exploration of the music of Ireland and the British Isles, we sing many pieces steeped in this tradition.  Musical styles range from medieval to contemporary, offering lush melodies - familiar and new, with beautiful lyrics presented by a rich blend of 60 voices.
Theatre Artists Studio Presents THE HERD by Rory Kinnear
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2016
The Studio proudly presents the regional premier of The Herd by Rory Kinnear. This play is a brilliant, witty, and heartfelt look at family life when it doesn't turn out quite the way you imagined.
THE MUSIC MAN Parades on at the Mesa Arts Center!
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2016
Don't miss your chance to see The Music Man!
COLD WAR KIDS to Make World Premiere at Brelby Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2016
The Brelby Theatre Company located in Catlin Court Historic District, is proud to present the world premiere of Cold War Kids by Miranda Giles. The coming of age drama directed by Fernando Perez explores friendship during trying times.
BLACK NATIVITY Comes to Phoenix this December
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2016
One of the most renowned musicals of the holiday season returns to Black Theatre Troupe, BLACK NATIVITY on December 2 - 18, 2016 at the Helen K. Mason Performing Arts Center, 1333 E. Washington St. Phoenix, AZ 85034.  
L.U.N.A. Theatre Company to Raise Diabetes Awareness with STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2016
L.U.N.A. Theatre Company is presenting their Tucson debut production of 'Steel Magnolias' by Robert Harling at the Comedy Playhouse and School located on the NE corner of 1st & Prince.
Phoenix Chorale to Travel Around the Valley with A CHORALE CHRISTMAS: SILENT NIGHT
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2016
The Grammy award-winning Phoenix Chorale brings its delightful tradition, A Chorale Christmas, for concerts around the Valley.  
Greg Warner Trio with Dennis Rowland to Play Peoria Center for the Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2016
On November 16, come hear the vocal stylings of Dennis Rowland, Diana Lee and the Greg Warner Trio. This award-winning group will wow you with their jazz, pop and funk. Don't miss the return of Dennis and some of the best jazz artists in the Valley.
Phoenix Theatre Presents THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT this December
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2016
On Christmas Eve Juie Dowling has an unexpected visitor who intends on escorting her to the afterlife. However, she persuades Death to give her one last day to enjoy Christmas and invites him to her festive party.
BWW Review: THE TRUMP CARD at Stray Cat Theatre
by Herbert Paine - November 07, 2016
Mike Daisey's pre-Election monologue, THE TRUMP CARD, is a no holds barred diatribe to the choir about the 2016 celebrity candidate for the Presidency. Stray Cat Theatre's Ron May channels the author's snark and sarcasm with an intensity that is raw and visceral and engaging.
Nominations Open For 2016 Governor's Art Awards
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2016
Nominations are now open for the 36th Annual Governor's Arts Awards, which will be presented in eight categories to individuals, businesses and organizations that have made substantial and outstanding contributions to arts and culture in Arizona.  A new category will recognize an individual for contributions in arts and culture philanthropy.
Voting Now Open for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - November 04, 2016
Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2015 and September 30, 2016. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting will run through December 31. Winners will be announced in early January!
Theater Works to Present LOVE IS HERE TO STAY: A GERSHWIN CABARET
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2016
From the creative team that brought us I GET A KICK OUT OF COLE, Theater Works presents the premiere of LOVE IS HERE TO STAY: A GERSHWIN CABARET, a celebration of the works of George and Ira Gershwin opening Today, November 4, 2016. 
MET's 'THE MUSIC MAN Opens Tomorrow at the Mesa Arts Center!
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2016
There's trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman comes to town. By turns wicked, funny, warm, romantic and touching, THE MUSIC MAN is family entertainment at its best. Meredith Willson's six-time, Tony Award winning musical comedy has been entertaining audiences since 1957 and is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation. The Wells Fargo Wagon is a-comin!
Stray Cat Presents World Premiere Black Comedy from Local Playwright
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2016
Recently filmed as a local feature titled POSTMARKED, and written by Valley playwright Ron Hunting; Stray Cat is thrilled to mount the World Premiere production of the original play - a comically dark, taut new thriller. While making his appointed rounds, mailman George Ruth witnesses a murder. He thinks it's a drug deal gone bad. Boy is he ever wrong.
Grimm Fairy Tale Classics On Stage This Weekend at Peoria Center
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2016
Peoria Center for the Performing Arts presents, 'In the Village of the Brothers Grimm'. November 4-20.
Border Culture Explored in NOGALES: STORYTELLERS CARTEL COUNTRY, A Play by Richard Montoya
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2016
Nogales: Storytellers in Cartel Country by Richard Montoya (American Night, Water & Power) of the acclaimed Chicano performance troupe Culture Clash (A Bowl of Beings, Chavez Ravine), will be performed at Mesa Arts Center (MAC) Nov. 17-20 as part of the MAC's Performing Live Series.
Great AZ Puppet Theater Presents LITTLE RED HEN
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2016
Who will help the Little Red Hen with all the work it takes to get wheat made into bread?

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