Rosie's House CEO Chosen for Final National Arts Strategies Chief Executive Program
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
Becky Ballard, Chief Executive Officer at Rosie's House, A Music Academy for Children, has been selected as the only Arizona representative for the fourth and final class of National Arts Strategies' Chief Executive Program.
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
Becky Ballard, Chief Executive Officer at Rosie's House, A Music Academy for Children, has been selected as the only Arizona representative for the fourth and final class of National Arts Strategies' Chief Executive Program.
The Nash to Celebrate 4th Anniversary with The Lewis Nash Big Apple Quintet
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
Celebrating its 4th Birthday, The Nash hosts an all-out weekend Birthday Bash with a quintet of heavy hitters, The Lewis Nash Big Apple Quintet.
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
Celebrating its 4th Birthday, The Nash hosts an all-out weekend Birthday Bash with a quintet of heavy hitters, The Lewis Nash Big Apple Quintet.
Meet the Man Behind the Grand in Phoenix Theatre's LIBERACE!
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2016
Liberace! is an unprecedented profile of the surprisingly private man behind the larger-than-life persona. Maestro Jeff Kennedy transforms into Mr. Showmanship and tickles the ivories through some of his best loved tunes and piano standards including "I'll Be Seeing You," "Viva Las Vegas" and "Chopsticks."
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2016
Liberace! is an unprecedented profile of the surprisingly private man behind the larger-than-life persona. Maestro Jeff Kennedy transforms into Mr. Showmanship and tickles the ivories through some of his best loved tunes and piano standards including "I'll Be Seeing You," "Viva Las Vegas" and "Chopsticks."
BWW Review: THE SECOND CITY: FREE SPEECH! (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST) Is A Resounding Hoot
by Herbert Paine - August 31, 2016
THE SECOND CITY, Chicago's legendary sketch and improv comedy theater, is on tour with FREE SPEECH! (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST) ~ and the cast is a blast! In what is featured as an 'irreverent look at America's electoral insanity' the hilarious and highly talented ensemble takes no prisoners. Must see!
by Herbert Paine - August 31, 2016
THE SECOND CITY, Chicago's legendary sketch and improv comedy theater, is on tour with FREE SPEECH! (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST) ~ and the cast is a blast! In what is featured as an 'irreverent look at America's electoral insanity' the hilarious and highly talented ensemble takes no prisoners. Must see!
BWW Review: The Play EL CHE Begs The Question, Porque Che?
by Herbert Paine - August 31, 2016
In the wake of an otherwise amateurish production of Marcelino Quiñonez's homage to Che Guevara, two questions beg for answers: Why Che? And, to what end? If the play is a work in progress, with aspirations for a larger stage, it might be helpful to ponder the riddles.
by Herbert Paine - August 31, 2016
In the wake of an otherwise amateurish production of Marcelino Quiñonez's homage to Che Guevara, two questions beg for answers: Why Che? And, to what end? If the play is a work in progress, with aspirations for a larger stage, it might be helpful to ponder the riddles.
ASTERION by Liz Duffy Adams Gets Reading in Mesa on Labor Day
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2016
A World Premiere reading of Asterion by Liz Duffy Adams will be produced by The Bridge Initiative and Southwest Shakespeare Company this September.
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2016
A World Premiere reading of Asterion by Liz Duffy Adams will be produced by The Bridge Initiative and Southwest Shakespeare Company this September.
Photo Flash: First Look at Lin-Manuel Miranda's IN THE HEIGHTS at Phoenix Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2016
From the famed creator of the Broadway smash, Hamilton, comes the Tony® Award-Winning season opener for Phoenix Theatre - In The Heights! BroadwayWorld brings you a first look below!
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2016
From the famed creator of the Broadway smash, Hamilton, comes the Tony® Award-Winning season opener for Phoenix Theatre - In The Heights! BroadwayWorld brings you a first look below!
Desi Moreno-Penson's BEIGE Wins Arizona Theatre Company's 21st Annual National Latino Playwriting Award
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2016
Desi Moreno-Penson's Beige has been named the winner of Arizona Theatre Company's 2016 National Latino Playwriting Award, and the recipient of the $1000 prize.
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2016
Desi Moreno-Penson's Beige has been named the winner of Arizona Theatre Company's 2016 National Latino Playwriting Award, and the recipient of the $1000 prize.
Amado Pena's TESOROS DEL PUEBLO Selected as Poster for 25th Litchfield Park Native American Fine Arts Festival
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2016
Renowned artist Amado Peña's "Mestizo Series: Tesoros del Pueblo" has been selected as the poster art for The Gathering, the 25th anniversary of the Litchfield Park Native American Fine Arts Festival, Jan. 14-15, 2017 in the center of Litchfield Park.
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2016
Renowned artist Amado Peña's "Mestizo Series: Tesoros del Pueblo" has been selected as the poster art for The Gathering, the 25th anniversary of the Litchfield Park Native American Fine Arts Festival, Jan. 14-15, 2017 in the center of Litchfield Park.
Hale Centre Theatre Opens 2016-2017 Season with THE DROWSY CHAPERONE
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2016
The Hale Centre Theatre in Gilbert opens its 2016-2017 season of powerhouse musicals, outrageous comedies and tastefully clean shows with the Broadway smash hit The Drowsy Chaperone. A hilarious satire on 1920s musicals, The Drowsy Chaperone encompasses classic comical elements including mistaken identities, bumbling '20s gangsters disguised as pastry chefs, a puffed-up Broadway producer, a stiff-lipped butler, a ditzy dowager and a tipsy chaperone. The fun starts Aug. 26 and runs through Oct. 8.
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2016
The Hale Centre Theatre in Gilbert opens its 2016-2017 season of powerhouse musicals, outrageous comedies and tastefully clean shows with the Broadway smash hit The Drowsy Chaperone. A hilarious satire on 1920s musicals, The Drowsy Chaperone encompasses classic comical elements including mistaken identities, bumbling '20s gangsters disguised as pastry chefs, a puffed-up Broadway producer, a stiff-lipped butler, a ditzy dowager and a tipsy chaperone. The fun starts Aug. 26 and runs through Oct. 8.
AZ Opera's Head of Music Appointed to Glimmerglass
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2016
The Glimmerglass Festival, one of the most prestigious opera festivals in the United States, has appointed Allen Perriello as the Director of their Young Artists Program, beginning Summer 2017. Perriello will remain as Arizona Opera's Head of Music and Director of the Marion Roose Pullin Opera Studio, a post he has held since 2012.
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2016
The Glimmerglass Festival, one of the most prestigious opera festivals in the United States, has appointed Allen Perriello as the Director of their Young Artists Program, beginning Summer 2017. Perriello will remain as Arizona Opera's Head of Music and Director of the Marion Roose Pullin Opera Studio, a post he has held since 2012.
NYC Playwright Liz Duffy Adams Offers First Look at New Play
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2016
The Bridge Initiative and Southwest Shakespeare Company are teaming up to present a world premiere free reading of Asterionby Liz Duffy Adams on Monday, September 5th, 2016, at 7:00 p.m., at SSC's rehearsal space, 55 E. Main Street, Mesa, AZ, 85301. The play finds Asterion, the half-bull Minotaur of Greek legend, trapped in the labyrinth his sister Ariadne designed, alone except for the ghosts of the young sacrifices he has devoured. Now Ariadne and her borrowed hero, Theseus, are coming to kill him - unless he kills them instead.
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2016
The Bridge Initiative and Southwest Shakespeare Company are teaming up to present a world premiere free reading of Asterionby Liz Duffy Adams on Monday, September 5th, 2016, at 7:00 p.m., at SSC's rehearsal space, 55 E. Main Street, Mesa, AZ, 85301. The play finds Asterion, the half-bull Minotaur of Greek legend, trapped in the labyrinth his sister Ariadne designed, alone except for the ghosts of the young sacrifices he has devoured. Now Ariadne and her borrowed hero, Theseus, are coming to kill him - unless he kills them instead.
Anthony Crivello Joins Kelli James for LEGENDS & LES MISERABLES at Theater Works
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2016
Theater Works is excited to announce an exclusive event with Broadway stars Kelli James, James May and special guest, Tony Award winner Anthony Crivello. J
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2016
Theater Works is excited to announce an exclusive event with Broadway stars Kelli James, James May and special guest, Tony Award winner Anthony Crivello. J
The Dirty Blondes to present Staged Reading of Mae West's SEX 9/29-10/2
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2016
xFRIGID New York @ Horse Trade in association with The Dirty Blondes will present a staged reading of Mae West's infamous stage play, SEX, directed by Courtney Laine Self for a limited engagement September 29-October 2 at UNDER St. Marks (94 St. Marks Place between 1st Avenue and Avenue A) with performances Thursday through Sunday at 7pm. Tickets ($17) may be purchased in advance at www.horseTRADE.info.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2016
xFRIGID New York @ Horse Trade in association with The Dirty Blondes will present a staged reading of Mae West's infamous stage play, SEX, directed by Courtney Laine Self for a limited engagement September 29-October 2 at UNDER St. Marks (94 St. Marks Place between 1st Avenue and Avenue A) with performances Thursday through Sunday at 7pm. Tickets ($17) may be purchased in advance at www.horseTRADE.info.
BWW Review: A Murderess Is Made In A/C Theatre's LIZZIE
by Erin Kong - August 18, 2016
A/C Theatre Company takes the reigns from creators Steven Cheslik-deMeyer, Tim Maner, and Alan Stevens Hewitt, and depicts LIZZIE: The Musical, a phenomenon with head-banging rock music, haunting four-part harmonies, and refreshing feminist motifs. Directed by Kim Richard and Tim Shawver, A/CTC's production of LIZZIE evades the risk of falling into standard rock concert format, transcends typical musical theatre, and perfectly presents a jarring portrayal of a normal girl groomed into an axe-wielding murderess.
by Erin Kong - August 18, 2016
A/C Theatre Company takes the reigns from creators Steven Cheslik-deMeyer, Tim Maner, and Alan Stevens Hewitt, and depicts LIZZIE: The Musical, a phenomenon with head-banging rock music, haunting four-part harmonies, and refreshing feminist motifs. Directed by Kim Richard and Tim Shawver, A/CTC's production of LIZZIE evades the risk of falling into standard rock concert format, transcends typical musical theatre, and perfectly presents a jarring portrayal of a normal girl groomed into an axe-wielding murderess.
Free Festival to Celebrate Mesa Arts Center's 16-17 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2016
Mesa Arts Center will celebrate the start of its 2016-17 season with a free, family-friendly kickoff festival titled Between the Lines on Friday, September 9, 2016, 6-10 p.m. The event is inspired by the theme of exhibitions opening in Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum that same evening, which is contemporary art inspired by literature. Festival goers will see live performances, hear nonstop live music, watch live street artists and see artist demonstrations on the campus Shadow Walk, tour Mesa Arts Center's art studios and enjoy delicious foods from local vendors such as Paleta's Betty, Waffle Love food truck, and Firehouse Kettle Corn.
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2016
Mesa Arts Center will celebrate the start of its 2016-17 season with a free, family-friendly kickoff festival titled Between the Lines on Friday, September 9, 2016, 6-10 p.m. The event is inspired by the theme of exhibitions opening in Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum that same evening, which is contemporary art inspired by literature. Festival goers will see live performances, hear nonstop live music, watch live street artists and see artist demonstrations on the campus Shadow Walk, tour Mesa Arts Center's art studios and enjoy delicious foods from local vendors such as Paleta's Betty, Waffle Love food truck, and Firehouse Kettle Corn.
Stray Cat Theatre Presents Annie Baker's JOHN
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2016
Tempe Center for the Arts and Studio Theatre, present the new play JOHN by Annie Baker.
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2016
Tempe Center for the Arts and Studio Theatre, present the new play JOHN by Annie Baker.
Adult Puppet Slam at Great Arizona Puppet Theater in September
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2016
Some toys are not for children...and neither are some puppet shows. Join us for a tantalizing evening of puppetry FOR ADULTS at the 'Titillating Toybox Puppet Slam'!
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2016
Some toys are not for children...and neither are some puppet shows. Join us for a tantalizing evening of puppetry FOR ADULTS at the 'Titillating Toybox Puppet Slam'!
3 BILLY GOATS GRUFF at Great AZ Puppet Theater Through September
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2016
'THE THREE BILLY GOATS GRUFF' will play at The Great Arizona Puppet Theater from August 31st- September 18th. There's lots of audience participation and musical fun in this story of three very determined goats and one very mean, very hungry troll!
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2016
'THE THREE BILLY GOATS GRUFF' will play at The Great Arizona Puppet Theater from August 31st- September 18th. There's lots of audience participation and musical fun in this story of three very determined goats and one very mean, very hungry troll!
BWW Review: VYT's GREASE Is Slick and Cool - It's A 'Greasenado!'
by Herbert Paine - August 15, 2016
In Valley Youth Theatre's current production of Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey's award-winning musical, the ensemble of talented teens ~ plus a couple of well-placed adults ~ kicks up a storm, plays their roles true to form, and has a grand time doing so. In other words, it's a GREASEnado! A slick and cool blending of Jessi Young's choreography, Karol Cooper's costumes, and Mark Fearey's fiery musicians.
by Herbert Paine - August 15, 2016
In Valley Youth Theatre's current production of Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey's award-winning musical, the ensemble of talented teens ~ plus a couple of well-placed adults ~ kicks up a storm, plays their roles true to form, and has a grand time doing so. In other words, it's a GREASEnado! A slick and cool blending of Jessi Young's choreography, Karol Cooper's costumes, and Mark Fearey's fiery musicians.
BWW Preview: 2016-2017 Theatre Season Guide - Full of Promise - We Review, You Decide!
by Herbert Paine - August 15, 2016
A full and diverse menu of theatrical offerings for young and old and every persuasion is on tap for the 2016-2017 Season in the Phoenix region. It is reflective of the evolution of the performing arts in the Valley of the Sun. Lots ~ old and new, comforting and provocative, comedy and drama ~ for the savvy theatre-goer to see and assess.
by Herbert Paine - August 15, 2016
A full and diverse menu of theatrical offerings for young and old and every persuasion is on tap for the 2016-2017 Season in the Phoenix region. It is reflective of the evolution of the performing arts in the Valley of the Sun. Lots ~ old and new, comforting and provocative, comedy and drama ~ for the savvy theatre-goer to see and assess.
Single Tickets on Sale Next Month for ASU Gammage's 2016-17 Broadway Season
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2016
Single tickets for ASU Gammage 2016-2017 Desert Schools Broadway Across America/Arizona season including BEAUTIFUL - THE CAROL KING MUSICAL and AN AMERICAN IN PARIS are set to go on sale September, 12 at 10 a.m. at the ASU Gammage box office, asugammage.com and ticketmaster.com.
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2016
Single tickets for ASU Gammage 2016-2017 Desert Schools Broadway Across America/Arizona season including BEAUTIFUL - THE CAROL KING MUSICAL and AN AMERICAN IN PARIS are set to go on sale September, 12 at 10 a.m. at the ASU Gammage box office, asugammage.com and ticketmaster.com.
MusicaNova Orchestra Sets 2016-17 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2016
MusicaNova Orchestra announces its robust schedule of performances for the upcoming 2016/17 season. Known for tackling novel repertoire, MusicaNova has planned a wide variety of offerings highlighted by its Orchestra Concert Series which explores the classical origins and similarities between several music genres.
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2016
MusicaNova Orchestra announces its robust schedule of performances for the upcoming 2016/17 season. Known for tackling novel repertoire, MusicaNova has planned a wide variety of offerings highlighted by its Orchestra Concert Series which explores the classical origins and similarities between several music genres.
The Brelby Theatre Company to Present THE OZ CHRONICLES This August
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2016
The Brelby Theatre Company located in Historic Downtown Glendale, is excited to produce the third installment of their 2016 Mainstage Season.
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2016
The Brelby Theatre Company located in Historic Downtown Glendale, is excited to produce the third installment of their 2016 Mainstage Season.
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