Respect: A Musical Celebration of Women Opens at Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2014
From "Stand By Your Man" to Aretha's "R.E.S.P.E.C.T," the international hit musical Respect: A Musical Celebration of Women returns to Phoenix for a limited engagement to celebrate the exciting story of women in the 20th century through more than 60 Top 40 songs. The show will run at Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe, from Feb. 5 to March 2.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2014
From "Stand By Your Man" to Aretha's "R.E.S.P.E.C.T," the international hit musical Respect: A Musical Celebration of Women returns to Phoenix for a limited engagement to celebrate the exciting story of women in the 20th century through more than 60 Top 40 songs. The show will run at Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe, from Feb. 5 to March 2.
Fountain Hills Theater to Present SPAMALOT, 2/21-3/16
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2014
Monty Pythons' Spamalot, lovingly ripped off from the classic film comedy, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, is the legendary tale of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, along with showgirls, killer rabbits and French people!. In his quest for the Holy Grail, King Arthur and his knights encounter all sorts of strange people including debating sentries, taunting French guards, the glamorous Lady of the Lake and her Laker Girls, the Knights who say Ni and the Black Knight who refuses to accept defeat. Did we mention the bevy of beautiful showgirls?
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2014
Monty Pythons' Spamalot, lovingly ripped off from the classic film comedy, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, is the legendary tale of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, along with showgirls, killer rabbits and French people!. In his quest for the Holy Grail, King Arthur and his knights encounter all sorts of strange people including debating sentries, taunting French guards, the glamorous Lady of the Lake and her Laker Girls, the Knights who say Ni and the Black Knight who refuses to accept defeat. Did we mention the bevy of beautiful showgirls?
Colin Quinn Lays Down Law in UNCONSTITUTIONAL at Scottsdale Center Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2014
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will present comedian Colin Quinn's acclaimed one-man show, Unconstitutional, tonight, Jan. 25.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2014
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will present comedian Colin Quinn's acclaimed one-man show, Unconstitutional, tonight, Jan. 25.
DIAL M FOR MURDER Will Thrill Audiences with 'Killer' Show at Desert Stages Theatre, Now thru 3/9
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
Mystery and murder unravel in the intimate Actor's Cafe as Desert Stages Theatre presents Dial M for Murder. Under the direction of Virginia Olivieri, this suspenseful production takes stage Fri., Jan. 24 - Sun., March 9, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
Mystery and murder unravel in the intimate Actor's Cafe as Desert Stages Theatre presents Dial M for Murder. Under the direction of Virginia Olivieri, this suspenseful production takes stage Fri., Jan. 24 - Sun., March 9, 2014.
2014 Governor's Arts Awards Attract 84 Nominations; Honorees to Be Announced 3/25
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
Eighty-four nominations from 27 Arizona communities were submitted in six categories for the 33rd annual Governor's Arts Awards for individuals and businesses who have made substantial and outstanding contributions to arts and culture statewide.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
Eighty-four nominations from 27 Arizona communities were submitted in six categories for the 33rd annual Governor's Arts Awards for individuals and businesses who have made substantial and outstanding contributions to arts and culture statewide.
Arizona Theatre Company to Present OTHER DESERT CITIES, 2/13-3/2
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
Arizona Theatre Company presents the Arizona premiere of the 2012 Pulitzer Prize in Drama finalist and Broadway hit Other Desert Cities, a story of family relationships and deep, dark secrets meant to stay buried, at the Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe, from Feb. 13 through March 2.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
Arizona Theatre Company presents the Arizona premiere of the 2012 Pulitzer Prize in Drama finalist and Broadway hit Other Desert Cities, a story of family relationships and deep, dark secrets meant to stay buried, at the Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe, from Feb. 13 through March 2.
Great Arizona Puppet Theater to Present BIG BUG CIRCUS and PUPPET SLAM
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
'THE BIG BUG CIRCUS': A carnival of silly and exciting circus acts starring insects: marvel at the powerful strongman ant! Gasp at the brave tightrope-walking caterpillar! Cheer for the juggling dung beetle! A fantastic original show featuring marionette (string puppet) bugs that's fun for the whole family!
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
'THE BIG BUG CIRCUS': A carnival of silly and exciting circus acts starring insects: marvel at the powerful strongman ant! Gasp at the brave tightrope-walking caterpillar! Cheer for the juggling dung beetle! A fantastic original show featuring marionette (string puppet) bugs that's fun for the whole family!
Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre Extends FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Through 2/8
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
Due to popular demand, Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre's Fiddler on the Roof has been extended through February 8th, 2014. This unique theatre-in-the-round production has broken box office records and is a hit among critics and audience members alike.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
Due to popular demand, Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre's Fiddler on the Roof has been extended through February 8th, 2014. This unique theatre-in-the-round production has broken box office records and is a hit among critics and audience members alike.
AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY to Play Mesa Arts Center, 1/31-2/9
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2014
Think fast....your alcoholic father has vanished, your mother is a paranoid pill popper, and the remaining family members have sunk into a depth of dysfunction of epic proportions and harbor shady little secrets--where are you? No, not immersed in another Real Housewives episode in any given city--but you are at the Mesa Arts Center as Mesa Encore Theatre proudly presents one of the best pieces of American dramatic theatre in a decade, August: Osage County! Written by the 2008 Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Tracy Letts, this epic Tony Award Best Play storms the stage at the Mesa Arts Center, located at 1 East Main Street, from Jan 31 through February 9.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2014
Think fast....your alcoholic father has vanished, your mother is a paranoid pill popper, and the remaining family members have sunk into a depth of dysfunction of epic proportions and harbor shady little secrets--where are you? No, not immersed in another Real Housewives episode in any given city--but you are at the Mesa Arts Center as Mesa Encore Theatre proudly presents one of the best pieces of American dramatic theatre in a decade, August: Osage County! Written by the 2008 Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Tracy Letts, this epic Tony Award Best Play storms the stage at the Mesa Arts Center, located at 1 East Main Street, from Jan 31 through February 9.
Prescott Center for the Arts Presents DISNEY'S 101 DALMATIONS, 2/21-23
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2014
Prescott Center for the Arts presents Disney's 101 Dalmations. The music and lyrics are wirtten by Mel Leven, Randy Rogel, Richard Gibbs, Brian Smith, Martin Lee Fuller, and Dan Root. The book was adapted by Marcy Heisler and the music was arranged by Bryan Louiselle. The musical will directed by Debra White.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2014
Prescott Center for the Arts presents Disney's 101 Dalmations. The music and lyrics are wirtten by Mel Leven, Randy Rogel, Richard Gibbs, Brian Smith, Martin Lee Fuller, and Dan Root. The book was adapted by Marcy Heisler and the music was arranged by Bryan Louiselle. The musical will directed by Debra White.
BWW Interviews: Robert Encila - Theatrical Alchemist
by Jeanmarie Simpson - January 22, 2014
JS: Robert Encila's company, Studio Connections, has become a respected force in the theatre landscape in southern Arizona. I asked him how theatre came to be his career.
by Jeanmarie Simpson - January 22, 2014
JS: Robert Encila's company, Studio Connections, has become a respected force in the theatre landscape in southern Arizona. I asked him how theatre came to be his career.
Free Arts Receives $250,000 Grant
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2014
The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation has awarded Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona $250,000 to expand the program's reach and support an additional 1,300 children. The capacity building grant will enable the non-profit, which serves 32 partner agencies at over 115 sites across Maricopa County, to achieve their developmental goals through curriculum enhancements and the appointment of a Program Assistant who will support an additional 100 volunteers.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2014
The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation has awarded Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona $250,000 to expand the program's reach and support an additional 1,300 children. The capacity building grant will enable the non-profit, which serves 32 partner agencies at over 115 sites across Maricopa County, to achieve their developmental goals through curriculum enhancements and the appointment of a Program Assistant who will support an additional 100 volunteers.
Prescott Center for the Arts to Present Concert to Celebrate JoAn Ramsey, 2/1
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2014
The Prescott Center for the Performing Arts will present a concert to celebrate JoAn Ramsey, who is considered their musical muse, on February 1, 2014 at 2:00pm.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2014
The Prescott Center for the Performing Arts will present a concert to celebrate JoAn Ramsey, who is considered their musical muse, on February 1, 2014 at 2:00pm.
THE BEAUTY QUEEN OF LEENANE to Play Prescott Center, Beg. 2/6
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2014
THE BEAUTY QUEEN OF LEENANE by Martin McDonagh will be directed by Jean Lippincott at the Prescott Center for the Arts. The show runs: February 6, 7, 8, 13, 14 & 15, 2014 at 7:30; and February 9 & 16, 2014 at 2:00.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2014
THE BEAUTY QUEEN OF LEENANE by Martin McDonagh will be directed by Jean Lippincott at the Prescott Center for the Arts. The show runs: February 6, 7, 8, 13, 14 & 15, 2014 at 7:30; and February 9 & 16, 2014 at 2:00.
MARY'S WEDDING Plays the Theatre Artists Studio, Now thru 2/2
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2014
Mary's Wedding by Stephen Massicotte will be directed by Carol MacLeod at the Theatre Artists Studio, tonight, January 17 through February 2, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2014
Mary's Wedding by Stephen Massicotte will be directed by Carol MacLeod at the Theatre Artists Studio, tonight, January 17 through February 2, 2014.
Tony Award Winner Brian Stokes Mitchell Performs with the Phoenix Symphony This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2014
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will present Brian Stokes Mitchell with The Phoenix Symphony this weekend, Jan. 17-18, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2014
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will present Brian Stokes Mitchell with The Phoenix Symphony this weekend, Jan. 17-18, 2014.
Prescott Center for the Arts Presents TO KILL A MOCKING BIRD, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2014
Prescott Center for the Arts Presents: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD by Harper Lee, dramatized by Christopher Sergel and directed by Bruce Lanning. The show runs tonight, January 16, 17, 18, 23, 24 & 25, 2014 at 7:30. Tickets $19.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2014
Prescott Center for the Arts Presents: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD by Harper Lee, dramatized by Christopher Sergel and directed by Bruce Lanning. The show runs tonight, January 16, 17, 18, 23, 24 & 25, 2014 at 7:30. Tickets $19.
BWW Seeks Editors in Mesa, AZ
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2014
BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to head up feature coverage in Mesa, AZ.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2014
BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to head up feature coverage in Mesa, AZ.
Prescott Center for the Arts Presents TO KILL A MOCKING BIRD and Dave Nachmanoff, Jan 2014
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2014
Prescott Center for the Arts Presents: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD by Harper Lee, dramatized by Christopher Sergel and directed by Bruce Lanning. The show runs January 16, 17, 18, 23, 24 & 25, 2014 at 7:30. Tickets $19.
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2014
Prescott Center for the Arts Presents: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD by Harper Lee, dramatized by Christopher Sergel and directed by Bruce Lanning. The show runs January 16, 17, 18, 23, 24 & 25, 2014 at 7:30. Tickets $19.
Arizona Broadway Theatre to Host Inaugural Broadway Ball, 2/22
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2014
Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT), producer of premier professional musical theatre in the Valley, today announced Saturday, February 22 as the date for its inaugural black-tie fundraising event - The Broadway Ball. The elegant event is expected to become the nonprofit theatre's major annual fundraising event in support of ABT's artistic, educational and charitable programs.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2014
Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT), producer of premier professional musical theatre in the Valley, today announced Saturday, February 22 as the date for its inaugural black-tie fundraising event - The Broadway Ball. The elegant event is expected to become the nonprofit theatre's major annual fundraising event in support of ABT's artistic, educational and charitable programs.
Stray Cat Theatre to Present THE WHALE, 02/14
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2014
Since the death of his boyfriend, morbidly obese 600 pound Charlie (who we're thrilled will be played by Nearly Naked Theatre Artistic Director Damon Dering) confined himself to his small Idaho apartment and is eating himself to death. With his health quickly failing, Charlie becomes desperate to reconnect with Ellie, his estranged and angry teenage daughter whom he has not seen in 17 years. He would give her anything: his love, his money...maybe even his life.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2014
Since the death of his boyfriend, morbidly obese 600 pound Charlie (who we're thrilled will be played by Nearly Naked Theatre Artistic Director Damon Dering) confined himself to his small Idaho apartment and is eating himself to death. With his health quickly failing, Charlie becomes desperate to reconnect with Ellie, his estranged and angry teenage daughter whom he has not seen in 17 years. He would give her anything: his love, his money...maybe even his life.
Photo Flash: Desert Stages Theatre's FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2014
Desert Stages Theatre presents the ever poignant, epic musical, Fiddler on the Roof, Fri., tonight, Jan. 10 - Sun., Feb. 2, 2014, directed and choreographed by Kyle C. Greene. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2014
Desert Stages Theatre presents the ever poignant, epic musical, Fiddler on the Roof, Fri., tonight, Jan. 10 - Sun., Feb. 2, 2014, directed and choreographed by Kyle C. Greene. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Actors Theatre Opens 4000 MILES Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2014
Actors Theatre will present Amy Herzog's 4000 Miles, a 2013 Pulitzer Prize finalist which Time Magazine called 'The best play of the (2012) season, hands down,' from tonight, Jan. 10-26 at Black Theatre Troupe's Helen K. Mason Performing Arts Center, 1333 E. Washington St. in Phoenix.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2014
Actors Theatre will present Amy Herzog's 4000 Miles, a 2013 Pulitzer Prize finalist which Time Magazine called 'The best play of the (2012) season, hands down,' from tonight, Jan. 10-26 at Black Theatre Troupe's Helen K. Mason Performing Arts Center, 1333 E. Washington St. in Phoenix.
Arizona Broadway Theatre to Present SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, 1/17-2/16
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2014
Arizona Broadway Theatre welcomes the New Year with the high energy musical Seven Brides For Seven Brothers. Originally a popular MGM film, ABT will bring the classic stage production to the Valley January 17 through February 16. Tickets can be purchased now at azbroadway.org or by calling the ABT box office at (623) 776-8400.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2014
Arizona Broadway Theatre welcomes the New Year with the high energy musical Seven Brides For Seven Brothers. Originally a popular MGM film, ABT will bring the classic stage production to the Valley January 17 through February 16. Tickets can be purchased now at azbroadway.org or by calling the ABT box office at (623) 776-8400.
Photo Flash: First Look at Desert Stages Theatre's FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2014
Desert Stages Theatre presents the ever poignant, epic musical, Fiddler on the Roof, Fri., Jan. 10 - Sun., Feb. 2, 2014, directed and choreographed by Kyle C. Greene. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2014
Desert Stages Theatre presents the ever poignant, epic musical, Fiddler on the Roof, Fri., Jan. 10 - Sun., Feb. 2, 2014, directed and choreographed by Kyle C. Greene. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
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