Michael Barnard

SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL to be Presented at The Phoenix Theatre Company This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2024

The Phoenix Theatre Company will transform into the colorful Jungle of Nool, where Horton the Elephant and his friends leap off the page and into your heart. 'Seussical the Musical,' will be presented live on stage in December.

Review: CABARET at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Herbert Paine - Aug 4, 2024

The Phoenix Theatre Company’s production of CABARET, directed by Michael Barnard ~ outstanding and exemplifying excellence in theatre.

Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Herbert Paine - Mar 13, 2024

The Phoenix Theatre Company's production of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSIC explodes with energy. Great production running through April 28th.

World Premieres & More Set for The Phoenix Theatre Company 24/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2024

The Phoenix Theatre Company's 105th season will offer a mix of musicals, dramas, and world premieres. See the full lineup!

BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Comes to The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2024

The Phoenix Theatre Company will showcase the musical genius and pioneering spirit of Carole King with the production of 'Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.' T

Take A Journey With Actors Theatre of Indiana On ROUTE 66
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2024

Take a journey with Actors Theatre of Indiana on Route 66 - a high-octane musical filled with music and fun! Get your kicks with this coast-to-coast hit.

¡AMERICANO! & THE GHOST OF JOHN MCCAIN to Have Readings in New York
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 4, 2024

Quixote Productions will present a 29-hour double reading in New York City for two of Arizona’s most ambitious original musicals. 

The Phoenix Theatre Company's Festival of New American Theatre to Celebrate New Voices
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 28, 2023

The Phoenix Theatre Company's Festival of New American Theatre returns, showcasing diverse works from promising playwrights and composers. The festival includes readings, workshops, and special presentations, offering a platform for new voices to be heard and celebrated.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Phoenix Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Phoenix Awards; LEGALLY BLONDE, CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME, Scoundrel & Scamp Theatre & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards; LEGALLY BLONDE, CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME, Starlight Community Theater & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards December 5th Standings; LES MISERABLES Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Phoenix Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

New Musical ONWARD & UPWARD Will Receive Developmental Lab Readings This Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2023

Amas Musical Theatre and the Amas Musical Theatre Lab, will present developmental lab readings of Onward & Upward, a new musical based on the play “Up (The Man in the Flying Chair)”, with music by Charlie Romano, lyrics by Will Wegner, book by Will Wegner and Charlie Romano at Ripley-Grier Studios.

Ground Broken on New Pre-Broadway Development Theatre in Arizona
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 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.

PHX Theatre Purchases Second Apartment Complex To House Actors and Artisans
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 24, 2023

The Phoenix Theatre Company, the state's oldest producing theatre, recently purchased a downtown apartment complex, the second multifamily complex owned by the nonprofit organization. The apartments will house directors, designers, performers and apprentices. 

Original A CHORUS LINE Star Pamela Blair Dies at 73
by Team BWW - Jul 23, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that original 'Val' in A CHORUS LINE, Pamela Blair has died at 73. in Phoenix.

Review: THE PROM at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Herbert Paine - Jun 18, 2023

Director Michael Barnard brings his flare for musical staging in a brilliant well-cast production of THE PROM. Runs through July 9th at The Phoenix Theatre Company.

The Phoenix Theatre Company Announces FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, CABARET, And More For 104th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2023

The Phoenix Theatre Company's season 104 of live performance contains a full range of musicals, dramas and new works.

Review: The Phoenix Theatre Company Presents Rodgers and Hammerstein's CINDERELLA
by Herbert Paine - Nov 21, 2022

Chosen as its holiday season family special, this regional production of CINDERELLA, directed by Michael Barnard, is a prime example of the excellence that The Phoenix Theatre Company has developed over the years. Runs through January 1st.

CINDERELLA Appears This Holiday At PHX Theatre, November 16- January 1
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2022

The holiday season is going to sparkle this year, just like the glass slippers on Cinderella's feet. That's because The Phoenix Theatre Company's annual holiday show is Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella, running Nov. 16, 2022 – Jan. 1, 2023.