ART Will Hold Starry Second Season Unveiling
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2019
Arizona's newest professional theatre is back with a daring, thrilling and moving Second Season. Find out what Arizona Regional Theatre has in store for it's 2019-2020 Season at the 'A.R.T Second Season Unveiling!' You won't want to miss this star studded preview concert, a night packed with full-tilt belting, surprises, and prizes. The local arts community has come together to support the most exciting new theatre company to join the landscape and A.R.T. won't disappoint, bravely filling their season with productions the valley has been asking for but rarely seen. Be the first to find out what this new year has in store for A.R.T. Seating is limited, so get your tickets while you can and don't forget to to BYOB!
Stars Come Together in Desert Showstoppers Broadway Concert
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2018
Stars of the valley's theatre scene come together to sing their favorite, most impressive, show-stopping songs! You know the singers, you know the songs, now come watch them show off in, 'Desert Showstoppers'!
Valley Youth Theatre to Present THE FOOLS WHO DREAM Concert
by BWW News Desk - Apr 5, 2017
Valley Youth Theatre (VYT) announces The Fools Who Dream concert, a one-of-a-kind event on Monday, April 17, 2017. Showcasing more than 20 of the Valley's renowned entertainers on the VYT stage to raise funds for the development of a brand-new children's musical.
BWW Review: A Murderess Is Made In A/C Theatre's LIZZIE
by Erin Kong - Aug 18, 2016
A/C Theatre Company takes the reigns from creators Steven Cheslik-deMeyer, Tim Maner, and Alan Stevens Hewitt, and depicts LIZZIE: The Musical, a phenomenon with head-banging rock music, haunting four-part harmonies, and refreshing feminist motifs. Directed by Kim Richard and Tim Shawver, A/CTC's production of LIZZIE evades the risk of falling into standard rock concert format, transcends typical musical theatre, and perfectly presents a jarring portrayal of a normal girl groomed into an axe-wielding murderess.
Theatre Artists Studio Announces 2016 New Summer Shorts
by Louisa Brady - May 22, 2016
Summer in Arizona means two things: Triple digit temperatures and blazing creativity at Theatre Artists Studio as we present our 9th annual 'New Summer Shorts' festival of 10-minute plays! Join us for this audience favorite, which features a sizzling selection of shorts penned by Studio members. Take a break from the heat this summer and plunge into the Studio's cool pool of talented theatre artists.
BWW Review: Something Very Funny Is Going On At AZ Broadway Theatre: LUCKY STIFF
by Herbert Paine - Aug 31, 2015
LUCKY STIFF, the rib-tickling musical farce by the team of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty is ringing out Arizona Broadway Theatre's hit-loaded 10th Anniversary Season with broad peals of laughter and a cast that you'll walk away loving. Directed by Evan Pappas, the show runs through September 20th.
Photo Flash: First Look at Theater Works' AZ Premiere of FOLLIES
by BWW News Desk - Feb 25, 2015
The Arizona premiere of FOLLIES opened on the Gyder Stage at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts on February 20, 2015. The music and lyrics of the dazzling FOLLIES score are by Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim. The book is by Academy Award winner James Goldman, also known for The Lion in Winter. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Photo Flash: First Look at Theater Works' FOLLIES
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 12, 2015
Theater Works announces the cast for the Arizona premiere of FOLLIES, the legendary musical The New York Times calls 'one of the greatest musicals ever written'. FOLLIES will open on the Gyder Stage at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts on February 20, 2015.
Last Chance to Vote for the BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 26, 2014
It's your last week to vote for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 26th. Voting closes at the end of the year, in under one week!
Photo Flash: First Look at Mesa Encore Theatre's NEXT TO NORMAL
by BWW News Desk - Jan 29, 2013
Mesa Encore Theatre presents its fourth show of the 76th season with the acclaimed Pulitzer Prize winning musical NEXT TO NORMAL at the Mesa Arts Center, running now through February 3, 2013. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the show in the photos below!