Regional Theater of the Week: Mesa Encore Theatre in Mesa, AZ
by BWW Features - August 07, 2013
BroadwayWorld.com, the largest theatre site on the Internet, is excited to announce a new feature to its comprehensive regional coverage - the Featured Regional Theater of the Week! Each week, BWW will introduce its readers to a regional theater located in one of our (over 130!) coverage cities. By exploring these different venues, their history and showcasing the production seasons, BWW continues its commitment to expand our presence in communities and cities across the United States. This Week's Featured Regional Theater: Mesa Encore Theatre in Mesa, AZ
by BWW Features - August 07, 2013
BroadwayWorld.com, the largest theatre site on the Internet, is excited to announce a new feature to its comprehensive regional coverage - the Featured Regional Theater of the Week! Each week, BWW will introduce its readers to a regional theater located in one of our (over 130!) coverage cities. By exploring these different venues, their history and showcasing the production seasons, BWW continues its commitment to expand our presence in communities and cities across the United States. This Week's Featured Regional Theater: Mesa Encore Theatre in Mesa, AZ
Registration for East Valley Children's Theatre Fall Classes Now Open
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2013
School is starting! What are your plans for after-school activities? East Valley Children's Theatre has just what you're looking for - classes in acting, singing, dancing, and more for ages 5-16. Classes begin August 26, so sign up today! Fall's Session I classes run from August 26 - October 24.
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2013
School is starting! What are your plans for after-school activities? East Valley Children's Theatre has just what you're looking for - classes in acting, singing, dancing, and more for ages 5-16. Classes begin August 26, so sign up today! Fall's Session I classes run from August 26 - October 24.
Pasek & Paul's JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH to Play Seattle Children's Theatre; Mike Spee, Kendra Kassebaum & More to Star
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2013
Seattle Children's Theatre will soon feature Tony nominees Justin Paul and Benj Pasek's musical version of James and the Giant Peach as a part of its 2013-2014 Mainstage Season. The musical features a book by Timothy Allen McDonald, and is based on the book by Roald Dahl.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2013
Seattle Children's Theatre will soon feature Tony nominees Justin Paul and Benj Pasek's musical version of James and the Giant Peach as a part of its 2013-2014 Mainstage Season. The musical features a book by Timothy Allen McDonald, and is based on the book by Roald Dahl.
A STEADY RAIN Comes to Actors Theatre at Playhouse on the Park October 25 - November 10
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2013
Actors Theatre's anticipated return to Valley stages begins Oct. 25 with A Steady Rain that the Chicago Tribune described as "a gritty, rich, thick, poetic and entirely gripping noir tale of two Chicago police officers whose inner need to serve and protect both consumes them and rips them apart."
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2013
Actors Theatre's anticipated return to Valley stages begins Oct. 25 with A Steady Rain that the Chicago Tribune described as "a gritty, rich, thick, poetic and entirely gripping noir tale of two Chicago police officers whose inner need to serve and protect both consumes them and rips them apart."
Scottsdale Musical Theater Teams Up with Conservatory of Dance
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2013
Phoenix's Conservatory of Dance Studio (COD) will be Scottsdale Musical Theater Company's (SMTC) new home base for rehearsals and auditions. COD has a wonderful up to date modern facility with four studios that will allow SMTC to fully prepare for their shows in one central location.
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2013
Phoenix's Conservatory of Dance Studio (COD) will be Scottsdale Musical Theater Company's (SMTC) new home base for rehearsals and auditions. COD has a wonderful up to date modern facility with four studios that will allow SMTC to fully prepare for their shows in one central location.
Great Arizona Puppet Theater Stages OLD MACDONALD, Now thru 8/3
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2013
The Great Arizona Puppet Theater has announced its August 2013 shows. Details below!
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2013
The Great Arizona Puppet Theater has announced its August 2013 shows. Details below!
Scottsdale Musical Theater to Present THE MUSIC MAN, 11/14-17
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2013
Continuing its tradition of bringing Broadway's favorites back to life, SMTC has announced their next production, the beloved classic musical The Music Man, for a special engagement. Performances will take place at the intimate 300-seat Dorrance Auditorium on the beautiful campus at Phoenix Country Day School in Paradise Valley. All SMTC shows feature the best local talent in the valley and a live 20+ piece orchestra.
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2013
Continuing its tradition of bringing Broadway's favorites back to life, SMTC has announced their next production, the beloved classic musical The Music Man, for a special engagement. Performances will take place at the intimate 300-seat Dorrance Auditorium on the beautiful campus at Phoenix Country Day School in Paradise Valley. All SMTC shows feature the best local talent in the valley and a live 20+ piece orchestra.
Theater Works to Kick Off NEW WORKS Festival in Peoria, 8/9
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2013
Theater Works at Peoria Center for the Performing Arts announces its first NEW WORKS Festival taking place during the month of August. Patrons can see original scripts brought to life through moving performances, as they are read on stage for the first time.
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2013
Theater Works at Peoria Center for the Performing Arts announces its first NEW WORKS Festival taking place during the month of August. Patrons can see original scripts brought to life through moving performances, as they are read on stage for the first time.
BECKY SHAW, FROZEN and More Set for Theatre Artists Studio's 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2013
Theatre Artists Studio has a wide variety of programs for the 2012-2013 season, including a NEW offering: 'Maybe The Next GreatPlaywright Festival!' This program will feature works by Studio member playwrights presented as stage readings over two weekends.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2013
Theatre Artists Studio has a wide variety of programs for the 2012-2013 season, including a NEW offering: 'Maybe The Next GreatPlaywright Festival!' This program will feature works by Studio member playwrights presented as stage readings over two weekends.
D.L. Parsons Theatre Receives National Youth Arts Awards; Ceremony Set for 9/25
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2013
The D.L. Parsons Theatre is proud to announce that National Youth Arts (NYA) has honored the theatre's resident youth theatre company-the nationally acclaimed and award-winning Northglenn Youth Theatre (NYT)- with numerous awards and nominations for the 2012/2013 season. NYA awards honor outstanding work by youth in the arts. This year more than 300 productions were considered for the awards, including shows from more than 100 different theatres in more than 50 cities spanning 10 states.
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2013
The D.L. Parsons Theatre is proud to announce that National Youth Arts (NYA) has honored the theatre's resident youth theatre company-the nationally acclaimed and award-winning Northglenn Youth Theatre (NYT)- with numerous awards and nominations for the 2012/2013 season. NYA awards honor outstanding work by youth in the arts. This year more than 300 productions were considered for the awards, including shows from more than 100 different theatres in more than 50 cities spanning 10 states.
PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT at ASU Gammage Now On Sale
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2013
The first national tour of PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL is coming to ASU Gammage in Tempe, from September 17-22. PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL will star Wade McCollum ('Tick/Mitzi'), Scott Willis ('Bernadette') and Bryan West('Adam/Felicia') as the trio of friends, on a road trip of a lifetime, who hop aboard a battered old bus searching for love and friendship in the middle of the Australian outback and end up finding more than they could ever have dreamed. Joe Hart stars as 'Bob.' Single tickets are on sale now.
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2013
The first national tour of PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL is coming to ASU Gammage in Tempe, from September 17-22. PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL will star Wade McCollum ('Tick/Mitzi'), Scott Willis ('Bernadette') and Bryan West('Adam/Felicia') as the trio of friends, on a road trip of a lifetime, who hop aboard a battered old bus searching for love and friendship in the middle of the Australian outback and end up finding more than they could ever have dreamed. Joe Hart stars as 'Bob.' Single tickets are on sale now.
Photo Flash: First Look at Arizona Broadway Theatre's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2013
For its landmark 60th Mainstage production, Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) - the highest-attended, live year-round theatre in the Valley of the Sun - will produce the epic Biblical saga Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat from now through August 18. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2013
For its landmark 60th Mainstage production, Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) - the highest-attended, live year-round theatre in the Valley of the Sun - will produce the epic Biblical saga Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat from now through August 18. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
THE FLICK, THE WHALE and More Set for Stray Cat Theatre's 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2013
Stray Cat Theatre unleashes its 2013-2014 Season. Stray Cat performs at the Tempe Performing Arts Center - 132 E 6th Street in Downtown Tempe. Details below!
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2013
Stray Cat Theatre unleashes its 2013-2014 Season. Stray Cat performs at the Tempe Performing Arts Center - 132 E 6th Street in Downtown Tempe. Details below!
Prescott Center for the Arts Presents FOOTLOOSE, Now thru 7/21
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2013
FOOTLOOSE, with stage adaptation by Dean Pitchford and Walter Bobbie based on the original screenplay by Dean Pitchford, with music by Tom Snow, lyrics by Dean Pitchford, and additional music by Eric Carmen, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Loggins and Jim Steinman, will run at PCA, beginning tonight, July 18, 2013. The show is directed by Jon Meyer with musical director Chris Tenney and choreography by Amanda Woolsey.
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2013
FOOTLOOSE, with stage adaptation by Dean Pitchford and Walter Bobbie based on the original screenplay by Dean Pitchford, with music by Tom Snow, lyrics by Dean Pitchford, and additional music by Eric Carmen, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Loggins and Jim Steinman, will run at PCA, beginning tonight, July 18, 2013. The show is directed by Jon Meyer with musical director Chris Tenney and choreography by Amanda Woolsey.
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes at Hale Theatre's HAIRSPRAY
by Stage Tube - July 17, 2013
Hale Centre Theatre presents the Tony-winning musical HAIRSPRAY, now playing through Aug 24th 2013 on Thursdays at 7:00PM, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Saturday afternoons at 3PM. Prices are $15 for children(ages 6-12), $20 for students, and $25 for adults. Click below for a behind-the-scenes peak at HAIRSPRAY!
by Stage Tube - July 17, 2013
Hale Centre Theatre presents the Tony-winning musical HAIRSPRAY, now playing through Aug 24th 2013 on Thursdays at 7:00PM, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Saturday afternoons at 3PM. Prices are $15 for children(ages 6-12), $20 for students, and $25 for adults. Click below for a behind-the-scenes peak at HAIRSPRAY!
Great Arizona Puppet Theater to Stage OLD MACDONALD, 7/31-8/3; ADULT PUPPET SLAM, 8/2-3
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2013
The Great Arizona Puppet Theater has announced its August 2013 shows. Details below!
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2013
The Great Arizona Puppet Theater has announced its August 2013 shows. Details below!
Soul of Broadway Plays July 12-28 in the McMillin Theater at Peoria Center
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2013
Take a journey through time with memorable songs from 'soul' musicals, both past and present. The Soul of Broadway features soul-stirring, roof-raising renditions of songs from African-American musicals and characters including: Dreamgirls, Ain't Misbehavin', The Color Purple, The Wiz and many more. Prepare to be captivated by a cast of powerhouse voices from around the Valley in a charming cabaret setting. Performances take place on select dates and times in the McMillin Theater at Peoria Center for the Performing Arts.
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2013
Take a journey through time with memorable songs from 'soul' musicals, both past and present. The Soul of Broadway features soul-stirring, roof-raising renditions of songs from African-American musicals and characters including: Dreamgirls, Ain't Misbehavin', The Color Purple, The Wiz and many more. Prepare to be captivated by a cast of powerhouse voices from around the Valley in a charming cabaret setting. Performances take place on select dates and times in the McMillin Theater at Peoria Center for the Performing Arts.
Actors Theatre Awarded $30,000 Grant by The Shubert Foundation
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2013
Actors Theatre moved several steps closer to ending its 'pause' following a successful annual fund outreach campaign combined with the awarding of a $30,000 Shubert Foundation grant for general operations.
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2013
Actors Theatre moved several steps closer to ending its 'pause' following a successful annual fund outreach campaign combined with the awarding of a $30,000 Shubert Foundation grant for general operations.
Ryan Michael Crimmins Leads ABT's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, Opening Today
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2013
For its landmark 60th Mainstage production, Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) - the highest-attended, live year-round theatre in the Valley of the Sun - will produce the epic Biblical saga Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat from today, July 12-August 18. Tickets can be purchased now at azbroadway.org or by calling the ABT box office at (623) 776-8400.
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2013
For its landmark 60th Mainstage production, Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) - the highest-attended, live year-round theatre in the Valley of the Sun - will produce the epic Biblical saga Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat from today, July 12-August 18. Tickets can be purchased now at azbroadway.org or by calling the ABT box office at (623) 776-8400.
THE MONKEY AND THE PIRATE and More Set for Great AZ Puppet Theater, July-Aug 2013
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2013
The Great Arizona Puppet Theater has announced its upcoming shows, including THE MONKEY AND THE PIRATE, OLD MACDONALD, and its ADULT PUPPET SLAM. Details below!
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2013
The Great Arizona Puppet Theater has announced its upcoming shows, including THE MONKEY AND THE PIRATE, OLD MACDONALD, and its ADULT PUPPET SLAM. Details below!
Photo Flash: Hale Centre Theatre's HAIRSPRAY, Now Playing Through 8/24
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2013
Hale Centre Theatre presents the Tony-winning musical HAIRSPRAY, now playing through Aug 24th 2013 on Thursdays at 7:00PM, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Saturday afternoons at 3PM. Prices are $15 for children(ages 6-12), $20 for students, and $25 for adults. Check out a first look at the production below!
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2013
Hale Centre Theatre presents the Tony-winning musical HAIRSPRAY, now playing through Aug 24th 2013 on Thursdays at 7:00PM, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Saturday afternoons at 3PM. Prices are $15 for children(ages 6-12), $20 for students, and $25 for adults. Check out a first look at the production below!
Brazilian Day Arizona, Mozart in Spain, Jason Alexander and More Set for Scottsdale Center, Sept-Oct 2013
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2013
The Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts has announced its events for September - October 2013. Details below!
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2013
The Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts has announced its events for September - October 2013. Details below!
Running with the Bulls Announces Weekend Festival in Arizona
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2013
For the third year in a row, thousands of adrenaline junkies will skip the trip to Pamplona this week and vie for over $10,000 in prize money by pitting themselves against twelve of the biggest, baddest bulls on a quarter mile course on October 25-27 in Cave Creek, just outside of Phoenix, Arizona.
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2013
For the third year in a row, thousands of adrenaline junkies will skip the trip to Pamplona this week and vie for over $10,000 in prize money by pitting themselves against twelve of the biggest, baddest bulls on a quarter mile course on October 25-27 in Cave Creek, just outside of Phoenix, Arizona.
THE MONKEY AND THE PIRATE and More Set for Great AZ Puppet Theater, July-Aug 2013
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2013
The Great Arizona Puppet Theater has announced its upcoming shows, including THE MONKEY AND THE PIRATE, OLD MACDONALD, and its ADULT PUPPET SLAM. Details below!
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2013
The Great Arizona Puppet Theater has announced its upcoming shows, including THE MONKEY AND THE PIRATE, OLD MACDONALD, and its ADULT PUPPET SLAM. Details below!
GOLDILOCKS Plays Great AZ Puppet Theatre June 19 - July 7
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2013
See 'GOLDILOCKS': In this hilarious, slapstick version of the traditional tale there's big trouble for the three bears when the rude little girl with the golden curls visits their house. The show runs June 19 - July 7. THE THEATER WILL BE CLOSED THURSDAY, JULY 4.
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2013
See 'GOLDILOCKS': In this hilarious, slapstick version of the traditional tale there's big trouble for the three bears when the rude little girl with the golden curls visits their house. The show runs June 19 - July 7. THE THEATER WILL BE CLOSED THURSDAY, JULY 4.
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Heist
Arizona Theatre Company (1/10 - 1/25) | |
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TINA - The Tina Turner Musical (Touring)
Mesa Arts Center (1/30 - 2/1) | |
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Ain’t Misbehavin'
Arizona Theatre Company (1/25 - 2/14) | ||
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Love Notes and Candlelight - Dinner, Fine Wine, and Live Acoustic Music
The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa (2/14 - 2/14) | |
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SHE LOVES ME
Don Bluth Front Row Theatre (9/17 - 10/31) | |
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Mystery and Magic Dinner Theater - 'Murder at the Magic Show II'
Magic and Mystery Dinner Theater at Dante's Fire (2/6 - 2/7) | |
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The Seagull
Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival (8/14 - 8/15) | |
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Theatre De Cuisine by Wolfe Bowart
The Scoundrel and Scamp Theatre (3/27 - 3/29) | |
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Antony & Cleopatra
Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival (7/10 - 8/1) | |
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The Apiary
The Scoundrel and Scamp Theatre (4/26 - 4/26) | |
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