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VIDEO: Southern Arizona Symphony Orchestra Performs 'Gabriel's Oboe (The Mission)'
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2020
Southern Arizona Symphony Orchestra performed a virtual rendition of 'Gabriel's Oboe (The Mission)' by Ennio Morricone, honoring local nurses during National Nurses Month.
The Phoenix Theatre Company's Next Stages Offers Masterclasses With Debby Rosenthal
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2020
Performing arts organizations around the state are moving summer camps and programming online to keep patrons safe during the pandemic. With the launch of The Phoenix Theatre Company's new online education initiative: Next Stages, Debby Rosenthal will teach her On-Camera Masterclass for the seventh year in a row, this time-virtually.
ATC's HANG & FOCUS Podcast Features Conversations With Producers, Playwrights And Performers
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2020
Arizona Theatre Company's podcast series, Hang & Focus, will feature a a?oedeep dive into our new world of creativity, or at least the new world for now,a?? according to co-host and ATC Director of Learning & Education Jasmine Roth who, with co-host Will Rogers, ATC Director of Artistic Programs, will interview producers, playwrights and performers from across the country on Sunday about Finding Inspiration in Quarantine.
Arizona Theatre Company Sunday Podcast To Explore 'Finding Inspiration In Quarantine'
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2020
Arizona Theatre Company's podcast series, Hang & Focus, will feature a 'deep dive into our new world of creativity, or at least the new world for now,' according to co-host and ATC Artistic Director of Learning & Education Jasmine Roth.
VIDEO: ABT And 56 'Dancing Feet' Celebrate National Tap Dance Day
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2020
Arizona Broadway Theatre alumni from around the United States joined ABT's Associate Artistic Director and Resident Choreographer Kurtis Overby (that's 56 'Dancing Feet') for a virtual tap extravaganza to the Cherrie Poppin' Daddies' version of '42nd Street' from the musical 42nd Street.
Canyon Movement Company Moves Spring Dance Festival Online
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2020
With the current pandemic and social restrictions, Canyon Movement Company is converting its annual Spring Dance Festival to an online format!
BWW Review: Southwest Shakespeare Company Presents THE MERCHANT OF VENICE ~ Virtual Classics Live
by Herbert Paine - May 25, 2020
Southwest Shakespeare Company has launched the Virtual Classics Live Series, the latest edition of which featured THE MERCHANT OF VENICE. (Showcased for live streaming on May 23rd, the program is available on the Company's Facebook page.) Featuring actors from across the country, including the celebrated Patrick Page, the reading, directed by Irwin Appel, is inspired, informative, and, as usual, provocative ~ a worthwhile opportunity to delve into one of Shakespeare's most controversial plays.
Childsplay Joins with 16 Children's Theaters to Honor Frontline Workers
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2020
Amid the global pandemic which has forced the temporary closure of many performing arts venues, 16 youth-serving theatres across the country have come together to share a national tribute, performed by children within each community, to honor frontline workers.
BROADWAY DRIVE-IN THEATRE at The Fountain Hills Theater Has Been Extended
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2020
Fountain Hills Theater has announced the extension two 'firsts': their first post-shutdown production; and what is arguably possibly the very first live 'Drive-In' Broadway revue...ever!
The Academy of American Poets Announces New Partnership With University of Arizona Press for the Ambroggio Prize
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2020
The Academy of American Poets has announced a new partnership with the University of Arizona Press in Tucson, Arizona. Beginning in 2020, recipients of the organization's Ambroggio Prize will have their winning manuscript published in Spanish with the English translation by the University of Arizona Press.
Space 55 Ensemble Performs RADIO FREE EUROPA
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2020
Space55 presents its latest theatrical premiere: a radio play by Ear / The First Annual Bookburner's Convention playwright Ashley Naftule. Loosely inspired by the life and work of legendary radio host Art Bell, Radio Free Europa is Space 55's first-ever foray into doing a completely remote production.
The Phoenix Theatre Company Launches Virtual Theatre Classes For Kids
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2020
It is uncertain when theatre companies will be able to open their doors to the public and an audience will be able to see the curtain go up for a live show. However, arts organizations remain committed to community enrichment. In response to social distancing and out of concern for public health, The Phoenix Theatre Company is creating online programming which includes launching a new, online-only theatre education experience:
Desert Stages Theatre To Stream ALICE IN WONDERLAND
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2020
Desert Stages Theatre will stream their 2019 production of Gerry Cullity's Alice In Wonderland. The stream will be live this weekend, May 22nd-24th, 2020, on their website at desertstages.org beginning on Friday at 10am MST.
Phoenix Comediennes 'The Ladies' Perform Drive In Pop Up Shows in June
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2020
Following their sold-out performances in May, physical comediennes 'The Ladies' have added performances of their pop-up drive in show, 'Ladies in the Headlights!' to be held June 6 and 13 at 8:00 and 8:30 pm.
Fox Tucson Theatre Prepares for Life After the Pandemic
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2020
Arizona Daily Star has reported that Fox Tucson Theatre is preparing for what business and the future of performances and will look like once pandemic-restrictions are lifted.
ATC 'Hang & Focus' Podcast Features Chats With Jaime Dempsey and More
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2020
Arizona Theatre Company's (ATC) new podcast series, Hang & Focus, will feature interviews with key arts leaders and the award-winning Broadway composer and lyricist of Bat Boy: The Musical, Legally Blond: The Musical and Heathers: The Musical.
The Fountain Hills Theater Presents BROADWAY DRIVE-IN THEATRE
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2020
KTVK has reported that The Fountain Hills Theater will present its 'Broadway Drive-In Theatre,' an outdoor musical theater production that adheres to all social distancing protocols, taking place from Thursday, May 28 through Saturday, May 30.
BWW Feature: Brelby Theatre Company Thrives In Spite of COVID-19
by Jeanmarie Simpson - May 15, 2020
Brelby Theatre Company is a prolific, independent theatre located in the heart of Historic Downtown Glendale Arizona.
ABT Goes For The Funny Bone With 'Comedy Tonight!' Episode of AFTER DARK CABARET
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2020
Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) announces Episode 8: COMEDY TONIGHT! of weekly 'Quarantined' AFTER DARK CABARET LIVE on the theatre's Facebook page (@ArizonaBroadway)* Friday, May 15, 2020 at 7:30pm MST.
Arizona Theatre Company, Sean Daniels Partner With Florida Studio Theatre For THE PLAYWRIGHTS PROJECT
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2020
Arizona Theatre Company (ATC) and Artistic Director Sean Daniels will partner with Florida Studio Theatre (FST) in developing a new play, Tampa, as part of The Playwrights Project, FST's newly launched artistic initiative featuring 32 of the nation's top playwrights, sketch comedy writers and musical theatre developers.
BWW Review: Arizona Theatre Company Presents Sean Daniels' THE WHITE CHIP ~ Live And Online ~ Incisive, Sobering And Healing
by Herbert Paine - May 13, 2020
Not-to-be-missed live performance of THE WHITE CHIP, Sean Daniels' incisive and compelling play about an artist's descent into and recovery from addiction to alcoholism. On Arizona Theatre Company's Facebook page and YouTube channel (only until May 15th). Brilliant performance by Joe Tapper.
Childsplay Announces 2020 Summer Academy for June and July
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2020
Childsplay has announced the roster for Summer Academy Classes.
Musical Theatre of Anthem Announces Updated Casting Call For CINDERELLA KIDS
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2020
Musical Theatre of Anthem announces auditions for Cinderella KIDS. The timeless, 'rags to riches' fairy tale becomes a new audience favorite in Disney's Cinderella KIDS, an adaptation of the treasured animated film that will charm its way into your heart and remind audiences that dreams really can come true.
The Monte Awards: Southern Arizona's Musical Theater Finals Will Stream Online
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2020
Southern Arizona high school students will be honored for their musical theater skills at The Monte Awards: Southern Arizona's Musical Theater Finals this weekend. The live-stream event will be held on Saturday, May 16.

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