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Phoenix Boys Choir Hosts SPOOKTOBER A Free Halloween Event
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2023
Join the Phoenix Boys Choir for SPOOKTOBER, a free Halloween event featuring spooky songs and fun activities.
AJ'S THE ART OF WINE AND TASTES OF THE SEASON Returns To Scottsdale Arts
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2023
Fall into flavor with AJ's Fine Foods and Scottsdale Arts at The Art of Wine and Tastes of the Season on Oct. 7. Enjoy a curated list of wines and epicurean pairings while supporting the arts.
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Reveals Lineup For 2023–24 Dance Series
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2023
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts has announced the performances that will be part of its 2023–24 Dance Series. Learn more about the upcoming lineup here!
Ground Broken on New Pre-Broadway Development Theatre in Arizona
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2023
The Phoenix Theatre Company, Arizona’s oldest producing theatre, has broken ground on a new state-of-the-art theatre facility suitable for pre-Broadway productions.
Review: STEAL AWAY at Black Theatre Troupe
by Herbert Paine - September 20, 2023
Under the direction of Walter Belcher, Black Theatre Troupe's rousing production of Ramona King's STEAL AWAY features a spirited ensemble of actresses. A winning allegory about economic justice, wrapped in loads of laughs and feelings, the show runs through October 1st.
Chandler Center for the Arts Launches 10th Annual CENTER STAGE Event
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2023
Chandler Center for the Arts has announced its 10th annual event, CENTER STAGE, a festive fundraiser to benefit the Chandler Cultural Foundation on Sunday, October 22 at 12 pm. Learn more about the event and find out how to get tickets here!
THE LARAMIE PROJECT Comes to Tucson in October
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2023
The University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television will open its 2023/24 theatre season with a production of The Laramie Project.  Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
Cirque du Soleil's CRYSTAL Returns to the Tucson Arena in February 2024
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2023
Cirque du Soleil’s CRYSTAL – a one-of-a-kind production that brings the circus arts to the ice for the very first time, returns to the TUCSON ARENA in February 2024. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
Scottsdale Arts Receives Largest Gift In Its History
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2023
Scottsdale Arts, one of Arizona’s largest arts nonprofit organizations, recently received notification from the Michael and Ellen Ziegler trust that the Ziegler estate has awarded more than $11.5 million to the organization. Learn more about the funds and what they will be used for here!
Interview: Elaine Romero Talks Culture, Border History, Human Rights, and World Premiere of EL TIRADITO
by Robert Encila-Celdran - September 12, 2023
This weekend, Tucsonans have the privilege of witnessing the site through the lens of a master storyteller. The interview uncovers the inspiration, challenges, and profound insights that shaped Elaine's remarkable play. Renowned for her impressive repertoire that captures the emotional essence of culture and history, Elaine charts the play's development while keeping the pulse on the spiritual underpinning of her work.
STAGE KISS Comes to Theatrikos Theatre Company Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2023
Theatrikos Theatre Company brings the romantic comedy Stage Kiss to the Flagstaff stage.  Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!
Arizona Theatre Company to Kick Off 56th Season with Neil Simon's BAREFOOT IN THE PARK
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2023
Arizona Theatre Company will kick off its momentous 56th season with Neil Simon's Barefoot in the Park, a beloved romantic comedy among the top 10 longest-running non-musical plays in Broadway history and an Oscar-nominated movie starring Robert Redford and Jane Fonda.
Review: LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL at Phoenix Theatre
by Suzanne Whitaker - September 10, 2023
This production is almost as fabulous as Billie Holiday herself.
Saxophonist Roxy Coss To Kick Off The Nash Women's Initiative Next Month
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2023
The Nash Jazz Club and Education Center in downtown Phoenix has announced The Nash Women's Initiative, a new multi-year program led by Artistic Director Mary Petrich and Administrative Director Naquana Borrero to address the gender-based inequities in jazz music.
MACBETH Comes to Southwest Shakespeare Company in October
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2023
Southwest Shakespeare Company opens its 30th Anniversary season on Friday the 13th, with William Shakespeare's masterpiece, MACBETH. Learn more about the play and how to get tickets here!
SMoCA Will Open Newly Reimagined Community Space
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2023
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) is reimagining its former Smart Space as a new community area called _____ space, or “blank space.” Learn more about blank space here!
Interview: Greg Pierotti: THE LARAMIE PROJECT Co-Creator Directs Timely Revival, Talks Commemoration of Matthew Shepard's Passing
by Robert Encila-Celdran - September 04, 2023
In this interview, we have the privilege of evoking Greg Pierotti's insights. He is a University of Arizona Theatre professor, a distinguished artist, and the co-author of THE LARAMIE PROJECT, which he now directs at the university. The script evolved from his work with Moisés Kaufman and the renowned Tectonic Theater Project in New York City. The company is best known for developing new plays using 'Moment Work,' a trademarked playwriting method that employs rigorous research and collaboration in a laboratory environment. The process is a significant part of Pierotti's work, which resides at the intersection of theater and anthropology.
Scottsdale Arts Expands American Roots Concerts With New Outdoor Venues
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2023
Scottsdale Arts has built a reputation for bringing the best American roots performers to Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, and those efforts are now expanding with the addition of the new East Bowl amphitheater at Scottsdale Civic Center.
Chandler Center for the Arts Presents Mariachi & Folklórico Festival, October 7
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2023
Chandler celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with its annual tradition - the 24th Annual Mariachi and Folklórico Festival, October 7 at 7 pm at Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave.
Review: THE WEIGHT OF A FEATHER at PBS Passport
by Herbert Paine - August 31, 2023
Kristin Atwell Ford's THE WEIGHT OF A FEATHER is a stunning documentary feat that will leave an indelible mark on the heart and mind of its viewers. Its message is a profound, enlightening, and deeply moving reminder of our place in the web of life. Available on PBS Passport.
Review: SOMETHING'S AFOOT at Hale Centre Theatre
by Herbert Paine - August 30, 2023
Hale Centre Theatre's delightful mystery/comedy, directed by Cambrian James, runs through October 7th.
Review: DISASTER! at Arizona Broadway Theatre
by Herbert Paine - August 28, 2023
DISASTER! runs through September 15th in Arizona Broadway Theatre’s Mainstage Theatre.
As If Theatre Company to Present CRY IT OUT in October
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2023
As If Theatre Company has announced its sixth mainstage production, Cry It Out, written by Molly Smith Metzler (Shameless, Orange is the New Black, and Maid), and directed by Betsy Mugavero. Cry It Out holds both a microscope and a megaphone to the joys and perils that today's mothers face.
The Bridge Initiative Announces Leadership Transition and LEANING IN Cabaret
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2023
After eight seasons as Producing Artistic Director, The Bridge Initiative's co-founder Brenda Jean Foley is transitioning to Producing Executive Director and the organization has named Elizabeth Brownlee and Amie Bjorklund as Co-Artistic Directors for the theatre company's 2023-24 season. The group is launching a new series, The Bridge Cabaret co-presented by ASU Kerr in Scottsdale on September 18th at 7:30pm.
Review: BEETLEJUICE at Gammage Auditorium
by Tim Shawver - August 24, 2023
What did our critic think of BEETLEJUICE at Gammage Auditorium?

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