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LITTLE WOMEN Comes to the University Of Arizona School Of Theatre, Film & Television
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2025
The School of Theatre, Film & Television will present Little Women, a musicalized version of Louisa May Alcott's timeless American novel. Learn more about the production here!
Review: BEACH BLANKET BEE BOP at The Gaslight Theatre
by Zach Wetzel - April 15, 2025
BEACH BLANKET BEE BOP is now playing at The Gaslight Theatre! Written by Peter VanSlyke and adapted/directed by Katherine Byrnes and Mike Yarema, this is a side-splitting and toe-tapping musical parody. The Gaslight Theatre takes audiences back to the 1960's for a sun-kissed tale about a beloved boardwalk in Surfside, California.
Review: CRIMES OF THE HEART at Order Chaos Theater Company
by Herbert Paine - April 14, 2025
Order Chaos Theatre Company’s production of Beth Henley's CRIMES OF THE HEART is earnest in its attempt to capture the play’s bruised heart and tangled humor. However, ultimately, it’s a production that, like its characters, yearns for something more — and, at times, almost gets there.
Review: BOB & JEAN: A LOVE STORY at Arizona Theatre Company
by Zach Wetzel - April 13, 2025
Bob & Jean: A Love Story at Arizona Theatre Company is beautiful. Directed by Matt August, the play is about a distant romance set during World War II.
Review: IT IS MAGIC at The Scoundrel And Scamp Theatre
by Zach Wetzel - April 11, 2025
IT IS MAGIC is hilarious, challenging, and intense!
Puppeteers From Phoenix's Sister City Bring Beautiful Traditions To Town With BRIDGING CULTURES IN MOTION
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2025
Phoenix Sister Cities and the Great Arizona Puppet Theater have announced 'Bridging Cultures In Motion,' a heartfelt cultural exchange event in partnership with Chengdu, China.
BWW Q&A: Liberty Larson Talks CHAMPIONS OF MAGIc at Mesa Arts Center
by Joshua Wright - April 10, 2025
Following a decade touring the world as one of the most successful magic shows in history, the Champions Of Magic team are back with an explosive all new show featuring thrilling and mind-bending illusions. Catch this incredible show for the whole family when it crisscrosses North America starting November 13 in Ottawa before visiting 55 cities in all for more than 100 performances through May 2025. 
Don Barnhart to Headline Laff's Comedy Caffé in April
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2025
Buckle up for a comedy experience you won't forget as award-winning comedian Don Barnhart brings his razor-sharp wit and nonstop laughs back to Laff's Comedy Caffé. Learn more and see how to attend.
Ballet Theatre Of Phoenix/Convergence Ballet Appoint Ian Parsons As New Director
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2025
Ballet Theatre of Phoenix has announced the appointment of Ian Parsons as its new Director, effective fall 2025. A distinguished educator, international performer, and artistic leader, Parsons joins the organization from Canada's National Ballet School (NBS), where he has served on the Artistic Staff and as Exchange Program Manager since 2018.
Spotlight: RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S CAROUSEL, A CONCERT at Herberger Theater Center
by BWW Special Offer - April 09, 2025
Rodgers & Hammerstein's Carousel, A Concert – Live in Downtown Phoenix April 26 & 27. Experience the sweeping melodies and powerful storytelling that have made Carousel a favorite for generations. Tickets are selling quickly—secure yours today before they’re gone.
Musical Theatre of Anthem Unveils 2025-2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2025
Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) has unveiled its Elegant 18th Season for 2025–2026, featuring eight spectacular musical theatre productions that promise to captivate audiences of all ages.
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Comes to Theatrikos
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2025
Theatrikos Theatre Company will continue its 2025 season with the hilarious comedy The Play That Goes Wrong, by Henry Shields, Jonathan Sayer and Henry Lewis.
Musical Theatre of Anthem Announces Summer Theatre Programs
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2025
Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) has announced their 2025 summer offerings, including Disney's High School Musical Jr., Madagascar – A Musical Adventure Jr., and the Summer Performing Arts Institute (SPAI) Convention.
SMoCA's LIFE ON MARS Exhibition Features New Works By Erika Lynne Hanson and Steven Yazzie
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2025
In the forthcoming exhibition “Life on Mars', Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) will bring together works by two artists that link the physical and metaphysical realities of nature, humanity, geology and cosmology.
Arizona Theatre Company Announces Leadership Transitions And National Executive Director Search
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2025
Arizona Theatre Company has announced the upcoming departures of two key leaders: Executive Director Geri Wright and Chief Development and Marketing Officer Paula Taylor.
Arizona Arts Live to Welcome Back Contemporary Circus Company Circa
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2025
Arizona Arts Live at the University of Arizona will present the return of Australian contemporary circus sensation Circa, joined live on stage by France's renowned Debussy String Quartet. Learn more!
Phoenix Chorale To Present Season Finale AMERICAN VOICES This May
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2025
This spring, Phoenix Chorale brings together a powerful mix of contemporary choral music that reflects the heart, history, and hope of America in a concert called AMERICAN VOICES. Concerts take place Saturday, May 3 at 3:00 PM at Camelback Bible Church in Paradise Valley and Sunday, May 4 at 3:00 PM at All Saints' Episcopal Church in Phoenix.
The Phoenix Theatre Company Presents FORBIDDEN BROADWAY
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2025
The Phoenix Theatre Company will continue its tradition of presenting bold, high-caliber productions with the musical revue Forbidden Broadway, running from April 23 through June 22, 2025, in the Judith Hardes Theatre.
MusicaNova Orchestra To Present LAUGHING WITH PROKOFIEV In May
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2025
MusicaNova Orchestra invites audiences to experience the lighter side of classical music with LAUGHING WITH PROKOFIEV, an evening of wit, parody, and musical genius, on Sunday, May 18 at 6:00 PM at the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) in Phoenix.
Review: ART at Theatre Artists Studio
by Herbert Paine - March 31, 2025
ART is a must-see—not just because it’s brilliant, but because it might just make you rethink every argument you’ve ever had about taste.
Review: LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR & GRILL at The Black Theatre Troupe
by Herbert Paine - March 30, 2025
See The Black Theatre Troupe's staging of LADY DAY, not just for the music, not just for the history, but to witness a piece of theater that doesn’t just tell a story—it makes you feel every note of it.
Heidi Schreck's WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME to be Presented at Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2025
Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival will present Heidi Schreck's acclaimed play 'What the Constitution Means to Me' for a limited engagement this spring. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Meet the Cast of ANNIE At Valley Youth Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2025
Valley Youth Theatre has announcef the cast of Annie, the timeless musical favorite opening May 9 and running through June 1, 2025, at the Herberger Theater Center on Center Stage in downtown Phoenix.
BWW Q&A: Catherine Ariale on THE CHER SHOW at Mesa Arts Center
by Joshua Wright - March 27, 2025
We spoke to Catherine Ariale about The Cher Show, on stage March 28th through 30th, 2025 at Mesa Arts Center. Superstars come and go. Cher is forever. For six straight decades, only one unstoppable force has flat-out dominated popular culture - breaking down barriers, pushing boundaries and letting nothing and no one stand in her way.
Scoundrel & Scamp Theatre Names New Co-Artistic And Managing Directors
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2025
After helming eight award-winning seasons, the Scoundrel & Scamp Theatre's Producing Artistic Director and co-founder Bryan Rafael Falcón will step aside this July to welcome new leaders Annika Maher and Zac Austin.

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