Review: I, PUPPET Reveals the Magical Artistry of Glove Puppetry
by Herbert Paine - October 12, 2022
I, PUPPET is Hsuan Yu Pan’s engaging short documentary, featuring Yi Wei Tsai’s glove puppetry. Its first screening is at the Voelker Orth Museum in New York on October 30th.
by Herbert Paine - October 12, 2022
I, PUPPET is Hsuan Yu Pan’s engaging short documentary, featuring Yi Wei Tsai’s glove puppetry. Its first screening is at the Voelker Orth Museum in New York on October 30th.
Submit Nominations For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards Before October 31st
by BWW Awards - October 12, 2022
There's still time left to submit nominations for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards before the deadline at 11:59 PM ET on October 31st!
by BWW Awards - October 12, 2022
There's still time left to submit nominations for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards before the deadline at 11:59 PM ET on October 31st!
Review: LEGALLY BLONDE: A Showcase of Youthful Talent and Star Material at Arizona Repertory Theatre
by Robert Encila-Celdran - October 12, 2022
Not to get carried away, but in this current political storm that appears to put women on defense, it's heartening to find sisterhood as an emerging national motif. The underrated monolith is galvanizing to topple a perverse establishment - and LEGALLY BLONDE, with its tongue-in-cheek, goofy affectations, is no less a clarion call for a political makeover. Whether or not the connection was a conscious part of the selection, the choice turns out to be a prescient one.
by Robert Encila-Celdran - October 12, 2022
Not to get carried away, but in this current political storm that appears to put women on defense, it's heartening to find sisterhood as an emerging national motif. The underrated monolith is galvanizing to topple a perverse establishment - and LEGALLY BLONDE, with its tongue-in-cheek, goofy affectations, is no less a clarion call for a political makeover. Whether or not the connection was a conscious part of the selection, the choice turns out to be a prescient one.
Musical Theatre of Anthem Presents BE MORE CHILL in December
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2022
Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) has announced their upcoming production of Be More Chill December 8-11, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2022
Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) has announced their upcoming production of Be More Chill December 8-11, 2022.
Valley Youth Theatre Celebrates Spooky Season With SPOOKLEY THE SQUARE PUMPKIN
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2022
While everyone is getting ready for “spooky season”, Valley Youth Theatre is celebrating “Spookley Season” with the Arizona Debut of Spookley the Square Pumpkin The Musical.
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2022
While everyone is getting ready for “spooky season”, Valley Youth Theatre is celebrating “Spookley Season” with the Arizona Debut of Spookley the Square Pumpkin The Musical.
Review: MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT at Arizona Broadway Theatre
by Herbert Paine - October 09, 2022
The joyful frolics of MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT are on stage in full armor at Arizona Broadway Theatre through November 5th.
by Herbert Paine - October 09, 2022
The joyful frolics of MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT are on stage in full armor at Arizona Broadway Theatre through November 5th.
Review: Simply Put, THE LION Must Be Seen and Heard at Arizona Theatre Company
by Robert Encila-Celdran - October 09, 2022
The confluence of Ben's songwriting eloquence and his gritty tale of survival makes THE LION a worthy visit to the theater. Max Alexander-Taylor delivers a commanding performance that features a resonant tenor and a remarkable facility with five guitars. A confident actor, he has a natural gift for storytelling, though much of the nuanced execution can be ascribed to the deft staging ideas of Alex Stenhouse and Sean Daniels, who collaborated on THE LION'S revival.
by Robert Encila-Celdran - October 09, 2022
The confluence of Ben's songwriting eloquence and his gritty tale of survival makes THE LION a worthy visit to the theater. Max Alexander-Taylor delivers a commanding performance that features a resonant tenor and a remarkable facility with five guitars. A confident actor, he has a natural gift for storytelling, though much of the nuanced execution can be ascribed to the deft staging ideas of Alex Stenhouse and Sean Daniels, who collaborated on THE LION'S revival.
Review: SIX THE MUSICAL at ASU Gammage
by Nathaniel Jones - October 09, 2022
Overall, these performers are out of this world. A rollercoaster of emotions, SIX The Musical makes its audiences dig deeper into self-reflection and self-worth. So much so, that this reviewer had an even harder time putting words to the page that he felt could do semi-justice to this incredible show.
by Nathaniel Jones - October 09, 2022
Overall, these performers are out of this world. A rollercoaster of emotions, SIX The Musical makes its audiences dig deeper into self-reflection and self-worth. So much so, that this reviewer had an even harder time putting words to the page that he felt could do semi-justice to this incredible show.
MusicaNova Orchestra Celebrates 20th Season Of Rare Classical Music Gems
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2022
Celebrating 20 years of presenting surprising works of classical music that have either been lost, unjustly neglected or rarely heard, as well as new works from young composers of today, MusicaNova Orchestra announces its 2022-23 Season.
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2022
Celebrating 20 years of presenting surprising works of classical music that have either been lost, unjustly neglected or rarely heard, as well as new works from young composers of today, MusicaNova Orchestra announces its 2022-23 Season.
NORTH THE MUSICAL Premieres At Chandler Center For The Arts Next Month
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2022
Chandler Center for the Arts brings the premiere of NORTH, a vibrant new musical theater production conceived and created by writer and composer Ashli St. Armant, in November 2022.
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2022
Chandler Center for the Arts brings the premiere of NORTH, a vibrant new musical theater production conceived and created by writer and composer Ashli St. Armant, in November 2022.
Greasepaint Theatre to Present THE ADDAMS FAMILY This Month
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2022
Greasepaint Theatre will present the musical comedy, THE ADDAMS FAMILY, music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa with book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice. The show runs October 21 - 30, 2022 at Stagebrush Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2022
Greasepaint Theatre will present the musical comedy, THE ADDAMS FAMILY, music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa with book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice. The show runs October 21 - 30, 2022 at Stagebrush Theatre.
Canal Convergence Announces Workshop And Performance Lineup, Additional Artworks
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2022
Canal Convergence | Water + Art + Light announces dozens of creative workshops, exciting performances, informational tours and a few additional artworks for the free, 10-night event Nov. 4–13 at the Scottsdale Waterfront.
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2022
Canal Convergence | Water + Art + Light announces dozens of creative workshops, exciting performances, informational tours and a few additional artworks for the free, 10-night event Nov. 4–13 at the Scottsdale Waterfront.
'Hold On To Hope' Exhibition To Spotlight Significant Moment In History Through The Eyes Of A Survivor
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2022
“Hold on to Hope,” a new exhibition spotlighting the life of local Holocaust survivor Oskar Knoblauch, will open on Oct. 21.
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2022
“Hold on to Hope,” a new exhibition spotlighting the life of local Holocaust survivor Oskar Knoblauch, will open on Oct. 21.
Rosie's House Receives $300K Parsons Foundation Grant For New Programs
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2022
Rosie's House, the nation's largest free music education program, has received a $300,000 grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation. The gift will largely be used to create three new classes- Music Explorations, Digital Creativity and Percussion Ensemble. Through its music education and mentorship, Rosie's House students gain valuable life skills such as public performance and speaking, time management, leadership and teamwork.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2022
Rosie's House, the nation's largest free music education program, has received a $300,000 grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation. The gift will largely be used to create three new classes- Music Explorations, Digital Creativity and Percussion Ensemble. Through its music education and mentorship, Rosie's House students gain valuable life skills such as public performance and speaking, time management, leadership and teamwork.
Review: GHOSTS OF BOGOTÁ Opens Inspired Season at Stray Cat Theatre
by Robert Encila-Celdran - October 04, 2022
GHOSTS OF BOGOTÁ is the first production in Stray Cat’s intrepid lineup. Playwright Diana Burbano (also an accomplished actress), has fashioned a dark, irreverent comedy, riffing on the incongruous motif of sexual trauma and unholy exorcism. It thumbs its nose on conventions of space and time — as it should, given the task of probing the collective unconscious and whipping up a contentious dialogue with deceased relatives. Consider Kushner’s – or Ruhl’s – penchant for magical realism, but through the unique lens of the Latinx experience. Burbano dispenses a delectable sass while flouting the spectral realm of departed kin. She checks the boxes, if you will, and treads where lesser dramatists might opt for a quick detour.
by Robert Encila-Celdran - October 04, 2022
GHOSTS OF BOGOTÁ is the first production in Stray Cat’s intrepid lineup. Playwright Diana Burbano (also an accomplished actress), has fashioned a dark, irreverent comedy, riffing on the incongruous motif of sexual trauma and unholy exorcism. It thumbs its nose on conventions of space and time — as it should, given the task of probing the collective unconscious and whipping up a contentious dialogue with deceased relatives. Consider Kushner’s – or Ruhl’s – penchant for magical realism, but through the unique lens of the Latinx experience. Burbano dispenses a delectable sass while flouting the spectral realm of departed kin. She checks the boxes, if you will, and treads where lesser dramatists might opt for a quick detour.
Review: 5 GUYS NAMED MOE at Black Theatre Troupe
by Nathaniel Jones - October 04, 2022
5 Guy's Named Moe wow's audiences as the true hidden gem of the valley, Black Theatre Troupe
by Nathaniel Jones - October 04, 2022
5 Guy's Named Moe wow's audiences as the true hidden gem of the valley, Black Theatre Troupe
Review: Order Chaos Theater Company Presents Melinda Lopez's MALA
by Herbert Paine - October 02, 2022
Order Chaos Theater Company's production of Melinda Lopez's MALA features moving performance by Angela Kabasan González as daughter caring for elderly and dying parent. Runs through October 15th at Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix.
by Herbert Paine - October 02, 2022
Order Chaos Theater Company's production of Melinda Lopez's MALA features moving performance by Angela Kabasan González as daughter caring for elderly and dying parent. Runs through October 15th at Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix.
Great AZ Puppet Theater to Present DR. ZOMBIE'S PUPPET SLAM OF TERROR This Month
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2022
The Great AZ Puppet Theater will present Dr. Zombie's Puppet Slam of Terror!, a night of fright and fun from a variety of puppet performers, on Friday, October 14 & Saturday, October 15 at 8:00pm both nights. Featuring special guest artist Matt-a-Magical plus a ghoulish gang of local puppeteers, hosted by the one and only Dr. Zombie.
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2022
The Great AZ Puppet Theater will present Dr. Zombie's Puppet Slam of Terror!, a night of fright and fun from a variety of puppet performers, on Friday, October 14 & Saturday, October 15 at 8:00pm both nights. Featuring special guest artist Matt-a-Magical plus a ghoulish gang of local puppeteers, hosted by the one and only Dr. Zombie.
Feature: The Phoenix Theatre Scene Is In Ascendance
by Herbert Paine - September 30, 2022
After two decades of investment and evolution, Phoenix regional theatre is in ascendance. Herb Paine, BroadwayWorld's Senior Contributing Editor for the area, explains why.
by Herbert Paine - September 30, 2022
After two decades of investment and evolution, Phoenix regional theatre is in ascendance. Herb Paine, BroadwayWorld's Senior Contributing Editor for the area, explains why.
Soweto Gospel Choir and Vienna Boys Choir To Bring Global Vocals To Scottsdale
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
Soweto Gospel Choir and Vienna Boys Choir will bring the best vocal music from around the world to Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts this fall.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
Soweto Gospel Choir and Vienna Boys Choir will bring the best vocal music from around the world to Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts this fall.
Aida Cuevas will Celebrate More Than 45 Years As The 'Queen Of Mariachi' in Scottsdale
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
Aida Cuevas will present “45th Anniversary / Yo Creo Que Es Tiempo,” an unforgettable and emotional concert celebrating a long-lasting career as the “Queen of Mariachi,” on Oct. 15 at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
Aida Cuevas will present “45th Anniversary / Yo Creo Que Es Tiempo,” an unforgettable and emotional concert celebrating a long-lasting career as the “Queen of Mariachi,” on Oct. 15 at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.
LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL Opens The 2022/23 Theatre Season At The UArizona School Of Theatre, Film & Television
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
The University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television (TFTV) opens the 2022/23 theatre season with Legally Blonde the Musical, the light-hearted and award-winning musical based on the much-adored movie of the same name.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
The University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television (TFTV) opens the 2022/23 theatre season with Legally Blonde the Musical, the light-hearted and award-winning musical based on the much-adored movie of the same name.
Single Tickets to All Four Broadway Shows at the Orpheum Theatre Available Today
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
The American Theatre Guild has announced that single tickets to all four engagements in the 22–23 BROADWAY AT THE ORPHEUM THEATRE SERIES will go on sale Wednesday, September 28 at 10 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
The American Theatre Guild has announced that single tickets to all four engagements in the 22–23 BROADWAY AT THE ORPHEUM THEATRE SERIES will go on sale Wednesday, September 28 at 10 a.m.
Review: Don Bluth Front Row Theatre Presents Paul Elliott's EXIT LAUGHING
by Herbert Paine - September 25, 2022
Carpe diem! Smell the roses! These exhortations to relish life while you have it weave through the silly and reflective moments of Paul Elliott’s EXIT LAUGHING, on stage now through October 22nd at Don Bluth Front Row Theatre in Scottsdale, Arizona. Well-directed by Van Rockwell and featuring a golden cast.
by Herbert Paine - September 25, 2022
Carpe diem! Smell the roses! These exhortations to relish life while you have it weave through the silly and reflective moments of Paul Elliott’s EXIT LAUGHING, on stage now through October 22nd at Don Bluth Front Row Theatre in Scottsdale, Arizona. Well-directed by Van Rockwell and featuring a golden cast.
Las Vegas Headliner Don Barnhart to Play Laffs Comedy Caffe In Tucson
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2022
Direct from his nightly residency in Las Vegas, comedian Don Barnhart returns to Tucson with his 'Unapologetically Funny' standup comedy show. Don will perform two shows a night at Laffs Comedy Caffe on September 30 and October 1st.
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2022
Direct from his nightly residency in Las Vegas, comedian Don Barnhart returns to Tucson with his 'Unapologetically Funny' standup comedy show. Don will perform two shows a night at Laffs Comedy Caffe on September 30 and October 1st.
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TINA - The Tina Turner Musical (Touring)
Mesa Arts Center (1/30 - 2/1) | |
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SHE LOVES ME
Don Bluth Front Row Theatre (9/17 - 10/31) | |
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Red Herring Puppet Series: Aesop's Fables
The Scoundrel and Scamp Theatre (3/22 - 3/22) | |
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It's A Wonderful Life
Don Bluth Front Row Theatre (11/19 - 12/23) | |
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Arizona American Indian Festival
Scottsdale Civic Center (1/31 - 2/1) | |
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Little Woman: A Broadway Musical
The Bridge Initiative (2/8 - 2/9) | |
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BLITHE SPIRIT - directed by Jere Van Paten
Don Bluth Front Row Theatre (1/22 - 1/22) | |
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The Wizard of Oz
Hale Centre Theatre Arizona (5/15 - 6/27) | |
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