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BWW Review: THE BOOK OF MORMON Testifies the Modern Musical
by Tim Shawver - October 28, 2015
Gammage Auditorium fires up its impressive 2015-2016 season with the high-profile opener The Book of Mormon.
BWW Review: Theatre Artists Studio Presents AMERICAN MYTH
by Herbert Paine - October 26, 2015
Director Robyn Allen and Theatre Artists Studio's skilled cast make AMERICAN MYTH a thought-provoking theatrical experience.
Theatre Artists Studio Presents CINDERELLA
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2015
Theatre Artists Studio (4848 E. Cactus Rd, #406, Scottsdale, AZ 85254) presents CINDERELLA, November 27 - December 13, 2015.
BWW Review: DISGRACED Will Leave You Stunned
by Maria Rita Meli - October 24, 2015
It clearly is more than evident at this dinner: politics and religion are two topics one would consider to be off topic at any social gathering. What playwright Ayad Akhtar's Disgraced shows is that both topics, central and crucial in one play, makes for an evening of theatre spent on the edge of your seat.
Last Call! One Week Left to Nominate for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - October 23, 2015
Last call! ??This is your last chance to nominate for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2014 and September 2015. Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
STAGE TUBE: Behind-the-Scenes With Toto From Phoenix Theatre's THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Christina Mancuso - October 22, 2015
The Phoenix Theatre presents THE WIZARD OF OZ, opening the weekend of Nov 20 - 22. In the video below, check out a behind the scenes look at Bastien who stars as Toto!
RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER Tour Coming to Mesa Arts Center, 11/29
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2015
In 1964, the beloved stop-motion animated television classic, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, made its network television debut delighting audiences across the country. This holiday season, the 'most famous reindeer of all' from the longest running and highest rated television special will return live on stage with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical (www.rudolphthemusical.com). Back by popular demand following last year's critically acclaimed and hugely successful inaugural tour, the world's most famous reindeer and a holly jolly cast of iconic characters including Hermey the Elf, Yukon Cornelius and the Abominable Snow Monster will help Santa save Christmas during three North American tours visiting 50 cities this holiday season.
BWW Review: HERSHEY FELDER AS IRVING BERLIN Is A Mesmerizing Masterpiece of Music and Memories
by Herbert Paine - October 19, 2015
Hershey Felder take to the stage as the dean of American songwriters in HERSHEY FELDER AS IRVING BERLIN ~ currently, the second production of Arizona Theatre Company's 49th Season. And it is a bonanza!
BWW Review: Arizona Broadway Theatre Presents WEST SIDE STORY
by Herbert Paine - October 19, 2015
Arizona Broadway Theatre's well-executed staging of WEST SIDE STORY, directed by Kiel Klaphake, stays true to its creators' vision and features a compelling performance by Melissa Rapelje as Anita.
Arizona Theatre Company Stages Pulitzer Prize Winner DISGRACED, Now thru 11/7
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2015
Disgraced, Ayad Akhtar's edge-of-your-seat Pulitzer Prize- winning play about a successful Muslim-American lawyer whose dinner guests' discussion of race and identity explodes to reveal racial prejudices and personal secrets plays at the Temple of Music and Art from tonight, Oct. 17 through Nov. 7. I. Michael and Beth Kasser are Arizona Theatre Company's 2015-16 Season Sponsors.
BWW Review: THE TASTE TEST Fizzles
by Herbert Paine - October 16, 2015
In the space between the provocative opening questions and final reflections of Frank Higgins' THE TASTE TEST, a potentially clever take on identity, friendship and betrayal fizzles flat. Higgins' work is as contrived and sophomoric as a freshman stab at drama, and the performances in Black Theatre Troupe's staging don't save it.
FHT to Present SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2015
Sunday In The Park with George is produced by Anne Kelleher, directed and choreographed by Damon J. Bolling, and musically directed by Jennifer Whiting. The show stars: Kyle Bennett, Kathleen Berger, Jean-Paoul Clemente, Laura Dooley, Aimee Gajate, Casey Karapetian, Leah Klein, Andrew Lipman, Matt McDonald, Erin McFeely, Devon Nickel, Lee Powers, Debra Qualtire, Chloe Rozalsky, and Audrey Sullivan
BWW Review: Rusty Ferracane Plays MAN OF LA MANCHA To The Hilt
by Herbert Paine - October 12, 2015
Backed by Brett Aiken's set design, D. Scott Withers' direction, and Katrina Sanders' choreography, Rusty Ferracane rules the stage in a pitch-perfect performance as the MAN OF LA MANCHA in Theatre Works' season opener.
BWW Review: VYT's JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH Is Fantasterrific!
by Herbert Paine - October 12, 2015
A top-notch cast, stunning costumes, and a memorable story make Valley Youth Theatre's JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH a must-see for families.
125 Juried Artists, Rock-Blues-Soul Artist Lee Oskar and More Slated for 25th Sedona Arts Festival, Beginning Today
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2015
Held against the backdrop of Sedona's breathtaking red rock vistas, the Sedona Arts Festival celebrates its 25th anniversary this fall. 
SMTC to Offer Military Discount for SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM, 10/29-31
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2015
Since it began in 2010, Scottsdale Musical Theater Company has always offered discounts to veterans and military personnel and their families to all of their productions. They've also donated hundreds of tickets through VetTix - a program that offers free tickets to events to veterans and their families through a lottery system - more than any other theatre company in the Valley. SMTC is dedicated to making low-cost or free tickets available to veterans for each production.
Theater Works to Present THE SECRET GARDEN, 11/6-22
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2015
Theater Works 30th Season continues with the YouthWorks production The Secret Garden opening Friday, November 6. Winner of multiple Tony Awards, The Secret Garden is a captivating story, brought to life with enchanting music and wondrous lyrics, based on the 1911 novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett. When Mary Lennox, a young English girl born and raised in the British Raj, is orphaned, she is sent back to England to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle Archibald and his invalid son, Colin. There she discovers a neglected, magical secret garden. Through her care and love, she brings new life to the garden and to her new home. Book and Lyrics by Marsha Norman, Music by Lucy Simon.
Owen Watson Leads JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH, Starting Tonight at Valley Youth Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2015
JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH, a lively musical based on the much-loved children's book written by Roald Dahl, lands on stage at Valley Youth Theatre (VYT) October 9th, showcasing a magical cast of creepy-crawly characters.
Nominations Open for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - October 08, 2015
Nominations have now opened for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2014 and September 2015. Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
Arizona Theatre Company to Stage Pulitzer Prize Winner DISGRACED, 10/17-11/7
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2015
Disgraced, Ayad Akhtar's edge-of-your-seat Pulitzer Prize- winning play about a successful Muslim-American lawyer whose dinner guests' discussion of race and identity explodes to reveal racial prejudices and personal secrets plays at the Temple of Music and Art from Oct. 17 through Nov. 7. I. Michael and Beth Kasser are Arizona Theatre Company's 2015-16 Season Sponsors.
HERSHEY FELDER AS IRVING BERLIN Set for Arizona Theatre Company, Now thru 10/25
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2015
Quintessential American songwriter Irving Berlin left an indelible mark on the classic American songbook with hits like 'White Christmas,' 'Puttin' on the Ritz,' 'There's No Business Like Show Business' and, of course, 'God Bless America.' Arizona Theatre Company brings Berlin's story to vibrant, toe-tapping life in Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin, tonight, Oct. 8, through Oct. 25 at the Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Theater Works to Continue 30th Season with ALMOST MAINE
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2015
Theater Works 30th Season continues with the Master Works production Almost Maine opening Friday, October 30.
EVIL DEAD - THE MUSICAL to Play Mesa Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2015
Evil Dead - The Musical, winner of the 2007 Dora Audience Choice Award as Toronto's favorite show, unleashes its mayhem and fun November 10 for a limited engagement at Mesa Arts Center. Tickets are on sale now and available at mesaartscenter.com or by calling 480-644-6500.
Theatre Artists Studio to Present AMERICAN MYTH
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2015
Christina Gorman's compelling drama challenges moral principles, personal loyalties, and relationships while exploring the often-blurred lines between history and truth.
Theatre Works Presents MAN OF LA MANCHA
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2015
Man of La Mancha Opens Friday The Season-Opening Musical Masterpiece Take the Stage October 9 - 25 Theater Works' 30th Anniversary Master Works Season opens with the classic Man of La Mancha this Friday, October 9.

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