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Mary Moe Adams, a ballet examiner, teaches the craft to adoring students

It is obvious that her students enjoy learning from her because of her willingness to share her knowledge and her kindness toward them.

By Juliet Moo | October 26, 2014

ASU celebrates 50 years of cultural excellence, community involvement at Gammage Auditorium

Gammage is a hub of culture, a place of gathering for shared artistic experience and a center for a now well-established performing arts school for the largest public university in the U.S.

By Emily Zentner | October 23, 2014

(Photo by Tim Trumble/Courtesy of Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts)

'The Hungry Woman: A Mexican Medea' queers classic Greek tragedy

A group of queer revolutionaries in post-apocalyptic Phoenix are at the forefront of “The Hungry Woman: A Mexican Medea,” but we solved the queer problem by legalizing gay marriage, right? Wrong.

By Zachariah Webb | October 22, 2014

For 30 years Margaret Cho has held her ground as a comedic powerhouse overcoming race, gender, and social expectations. (Photo Courtesy of StandUpLive)

Comedic powerhouse Margaret Cho brings talents to Phoenix

Cho promises to tackle a variety of modern issues such as domestic violence and racism.

By Olivia Richard | October 9, 2014

The Arizona Opera promises audiences an unparalleled season

With the start of opera season just around the corner, Arizona Opera tells us what we can expect to see in the upcoming season that launches this October.

By Olivia Richard | October 9, 2014

ASU Gammage celebrates 50th birthday

In the wake of the treacherous storm, ASU’s most prominent cultural center, Gammage, turned 50.

By Zane Jennings | September 28, 2014

The official poster for the Broadway musical, Memphis

'Memphis' lives in Phoenix Theatre

There are actors that are good, and there are actors that are, "Wow, he is so good!"

By Maria Thompson | September 18, 2014

What beloved franchise should Julie Taymor destroy next?

From "The Lion King" to Spider-Man, nothing is off-limits for Julie Taymor to make something beloved completely bonkers.

By Zachary Heltzel | September 18, 2014

(Photo Courtesy of Gammage/Photo by Matthew Murphy)

Gammage kicks off 50th anniversary with 'Kinky Boots'

These boots are made for self-acceptance.

By Jessica Urgiles | September 17, 2014

Host Tim Eigo, introduces actors and comedians satirically performing informational speeches. Space 55 in downtown Phoenix hosts the first PHIL Talk, Phoenix Has Ideas LIVE, a comical parody of TED Talks. (Photo by Mario Mendez)

PHIL Talks start out with a bang, fizzle

While there were definitely a few bumps along the way, the value was best stated by Eigo when he said in his opening monologue: “PHIL Talks try – and that’s what matters.”

By Emily Zentner | September 14, 2014

(Image Courtesy of Phase 4 Films/Screenvision)

David Lynch's 'Duran Duran Unstaged' is crazy town banana pants

The unlikely pairing of David Lynch and "Duran Duran" is hilarious, terrifying, but most of all, a lot of fun.

By Zachary Heltzel | September 11, 2014

Students, faculty and guests wait in long lines to get their tickets for the Pitchfork Awards held in Downtown Phoenix Thursday night at the Orpheum Theatre. (Photo by Perla Farias)

Orpheum renovation a throwback to 1929

After more than 80 years of restoration, the historic Orpheum Theater is finally returned to the grandeur of its old Hollywood past.

By Olivia Richard | September 11, 2014

'Hedwig And The Angry Inch' a colorful fan favorite

The “Rainbow Carnage! Celebrating the music of Hedwig And The Angry Inch” show is a blissful opportunity for fans of Hedwig to sing along with the music.

By Samantha Shotzbarger | September 9, 2014

Valley Youth Theater hits high note with 'West Side Story'

Actions speak louder than words, and the last thirty minutes of "West Side Story" were delivered with confidence and power by the youth company.

By Keerthi Vedantam | August 26, 2014

America's Got Talent comedian Tom Cutter performs at Stand Up Live! on Aug. 22. (Photo by Olivia Richard)

'America's Got Talent' finalist entertains at Phoenix club Stand Up Live

"America's Got Talent" finalist Tom Cotter flaunted his comedic prowess at local Phoenix club Stand Up Live.

By Olivia Richard | August 24, 2014

Gene Jones and AJ Bowen in The Sacrement, a Magnet Release. (Photo Courtesy of Magnet Releasing)

Meet this fall's A&E desk

Take a look to see what got us through the summer.

By A&E Staff | August 20, 2014

“Sphere,” by Teresa Ilene Redden; part of the Fold, Paper, Scissors exhibition at the Mesa Arts Center. (Photo courtesy of Mesa Arts Center)

Don't miss these local art events before school begins

Public Service Announcement: The fall semester is upon us.

By Marie Rabusa | July 31, 2014

(Left) Tyler J Gasper (Angel), Devin Barad (Collins) and Philip Morgan (Roger), listen to Jesse Thomas Foster (Benny)'s business plan for a new art studio at a dress rehearsal of “Rent”. (Photo by Mario Mendez)

Lyric Opera Theater announces new interim director

Dale Dreyfoos, professor of opera and musical theater in the ASU School of Music, was announced the interim director of ASU's Lyric Opera Theater for the coming academic year.

| April 24, 2014

Lyric Opera Theater director resigns over controversial performance

William Reber, professor of music and artistic director of Lyric Opera Theater, resigned Wednesday because of a high school music festival performance of "Rent," which sparked controversy among parents.

| April 23, 2014

Tyler Gasper (Angel) says his goodbyes in a dress rehearsal of “Rent”. (Photo by Mario Mendez)

Lyric Opera Theater's 50th anniversary season closes with 'Rent'

"Rent," the last production of Lyric Opera Theater, will be held in the Evelyn Smith Music Theatre from April 24 to 27.

| April 23, 2014

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