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As Artistic Director for Phoenix Theatre he has directed and choreographed such hits including Crazy For You, Dream a Little Dream, Thoroughly Modern Millie, The Quiltmaker's Gift, Chicago, A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum, Cabaret, and The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas to name but a few.As Artistic Director for Phoenix Theatre he has directed and choreographed such hits... more
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Aunt Rita’s Foundation raises and distributes money to Central Arizona agencies with programs to prevent HIV/AIDS or assist those living with the disease.
Now in its third year, last year’s Walk raised $380,000, which was distributed evenly among benefiting agencies, more than doubling the dollars generated in 2008 when the Walk returned to the Valley.Aunt Rita’s Foundation raises and distributes money to Central Arizona agencies... more
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The Examiner recently had the distinct pleasure of chatting with Michael Barnard, Phoenix Theatre's Producing Artistic Director and director of the forthcoming musical event of the Phoenix season, the semi-staged concert of Meredith Willson's The Music Man with the Phoenix Symphony.The Examiner recently had the distinct pleasure of chatting with Michael Barnard,... more
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There is a lot more to come with my conversations with Samantha Wyer. We have merely scratched the surface of what makes Arizona Theatre Company such a well-respected organization. Over the next week, Ms. Wyer will take us on a behind-the-scenes tour of ATC's Educational Outreach programs. Extraordinary! ATC takes its title of The State Theater very seriously. I promise that you will not be disappointed.There is a lot more to come with my conversations with Samantha Wyer. We have merely... more
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Arizona Theatre Company is much more than simply plays and musicals. Their Educational Outreach Programs are beyond extraordinary. Dance, music, theatre and visual arts are everywhere in our lives. The arts and education are inseparable and ATC knows how important it is for them to remain inseparable in our daily existence.Arizona Theatre Company is much more than simply plays and musicals. Their Educational... more
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Rosie’s House was founded in 1996 by Rosebell and Woody Schurz. Growing up in Munich during World War II, Rosebell experienced the disruption, extreme poverty and hunger of war. Her passion for playing the violin was interrupted by the horrific circumstances of the war and as a young child she fled from Germany to the United States. She started Rosie’s House to give under served children the chance to experience the beauty of music in their lives.Rosie’s House was founded in 1996 by Rosebell and Woody Schurz. Growing up in... more
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Stray Cat Theatre asks amusingly about its opening production, the Southwest premiere of Neil LaBute's reasons to be pretty: “Does this play make me look fat?” Expect a love story about the near impossibility of love.Stray Cat Theatre asks amusingly about its opening production, the Southwest premiere... more
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Since its original productions, Noises Off has become a staple of both professional theater companies and community theaters on both sides of the Atlantic. Frayn has continually rewritten the play over the years, the last time being in 2000 at the request of director Jeremy Sams, who staged its last phenomenally successful revival in both London and New York.Since its original productions, Noises Off has become a staple of both professional... more
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The Examiner has had the chance to be there “front and center” and it has been a pleasure being able to watch the gestation process that Phoenix Theatre affords these new plays. Yes, some of the works may still be flawed and very rough around the edges but they are, none-the-less, compelling theater and watching the audience reactions to what they have just seen in the post reading talk back is, possibly, the most stimulating part of the growth process for everyone in attendance.The Examiner has had the chance to be there “front and center” and it has... more
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Don't be a stay at home or 3-D junkie! Live theater guarantees no painful headaches from wearing those pesky glasses. It also introduces your children to the magic, wonder and imagination that on theater can provide.Don't be a stay at home or 3-D junkie! Live theater guarantees no painful... more
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Phoenix Symphony will launch its 2010-11 season in an historic marriage with the renowned Phoenix Theatre in a joint semi-staged concert of Meredith Willson and Franklin Lacey's masterwork The Music Man, beginning a most auspicious three experiment and collaboration that promises to recreate for Valley audiences the very best of Broadway. The sounds of Willson's 76 Trombones will be filling the Symphony Hall auditorium on September 10,11 and 12, led by Maestro Michael Christie and staged by PT's Producing Artistic Director Michael Barnard.Phoenix Symphony will launch its 2010-11 season in an historic marriage with the... more
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Live performances from the casts of Elton John's multi-award winning Billy Elliot and Dreamworks' highly imaginative stage version of everyone's favorite green creature: Shrek in SHREK The Musical. Anyone hungry for great entertainment will be there. Anyone hungry for goodies from La Bocca Pizzeria will be able enjoy their delicious complimentary food and refreshments.Live performances from the casts of Elton John's multi-award winning Billy Elliot... more
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The theater will re-open with a weekend of festivities. A Grand Re-Opening Celebration kicks off on Friday, October 1, featuring a re-dedication ceremony, entertainment, cuisine, a champagne toast, music, tours of the newly renovated theater and a few surprises.The theater will re-open with a weekend of festivities. A Grand Re-Opening Celebration... more
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A poll conducted in the Spring of 2009 by Cronkite/Eight showed that 90 percent of the respondents felt it was very important or important for Arizona schools (K-12) to include the arts (music, art, theater and dance, for example) as part of the curriculum.A poll conducted in the Spring of 2009 by Cronkite/Eight showed that 90 percent of the... more
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The Examiner recently spoke with Robert Kolby Harper, Associate Artistic Director for Phoenix Theatre and the Artistic Director for the Cookie Company. As an educator, he has been the Department Head of Theatre and instructor for Arizona School for the Arts for the past six years as well as a Faculty Associate for ASU Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, School of Music.The Examiner recently spoke with Robert Kolby Harper, Associate Artistic Director for... more
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For anyone who loves theater, this is a golden opportunity to bask in the remarkable creative process that raw, new works go through on there way to refinement and fulfillment.For anyone who loves theater, this is a golden opportunity to bask in the remarkable... more
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The Festival was founded by playwright Richard Warren and director Mark DeMichele in 1998 to introduce Phoenix audiences to the new works of emerging and established playwrights. It is a stimulating and innovative procedure where playwright, director, actor and audience share insight and input to further nurture and develop the creative process.The Festival was founded by playwright Richard Warren and director Mark DeMichele in... more
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Next season, Phoenix Theatre celebrates its ninetieth anniversary. The shows scheduled, each and every one, are a sure bet to entertain us all. If I am gushing, I have good reason. From the manic comedy of Noises Off to the Tony Award winning musicals, Hairspray, Avenue Q and Nine, be prepared for the magic and wonder that theater and, especially, our Phoenix Theatre can create for us.Next season, Phoenix Theatre celebrates its ninetieth anniversary. The shows... more
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With Arizona Assistance in Health Care, Inc. and Hospice of the Valley benefiting from the Close the Curtain on Cancer campaign, all of the tax-deductible dollars raised will be put to good use to help local cancer patients and their families.With Arizona Assistance in Health Care, Inc. and Hospice of the Valley benefiting from... more
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We will talk about the remaining and new seasons for Arizona Broadway Theatre, and the 2010-11 seasons for Theater Works, Youth Works and Spotlight Youth Theatre in the coming weeks.We will talk about the remaining and new seasons for Arizona Broadway Theatre, and the... more
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