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‘Good Morning, Angels’: The Gaslight Theatre puts on parody melodrama ‘Harlie’s Angels’
by Alex Gallagher on April 18, 2024 at 8:00 am
A new parody show is coming to the Gaslight Theatre…
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Good Morning, Tucson: University of Arizona graduates return to Tucson for ‘Hairspray’ national tour
by Laura Latzko on April 18, 2024 at 8:00 am
Some University of Arizona graduates are returning to Tucson for the “Hairspray” national tour…
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Finding Beauty in Decay: David Craighead turns desert detritus into art
by Karen Schaffner on April 11, 2024 at 11:00 am
David Craighead is a master of seeing beauty in decay…
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It’s All Pink: Bisbee author lets his characters speak through him
by Karen Schaffner on April 4, 2024 at 11:00 am
A high school long-distance track runner, Mya puts in her miles in the arroyos of the Apache Mountains…
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Collaboration, Engagement and Legacy: University of Arizona School of Dance puts on “Dance Springs Eternal” concert
by Laura Latzko on April 4, 2024 at 11:00 am
The University of Arizona School of Dance is set to put on its “Dance Springs Eternal” concert this month…
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A Big Deal After All: Nick Piccininni finds his way with Yonder Mountain
by Alan Sculley on March 21, 2024 at 11:00 am
When Nick Piccininni got the call in 2020 from Yonder Mountain String Band to sub in for some shows in place of mandolin player Jacob Jolliff, he wasn’t expecting it to be a big deal…
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Centennial Celebration: Tucson Museum of Art gala has French flair
by Ashley Meza on March 14, 2024 at 11:00 am
The Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a new exhibition, “Time Travelers: Foundations, Transformations and Expansions at the Centennial.”…
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A Drag Circus: ‘RuPaul’ contestant Jimbo brings tour to Tucson
by Laura Latzko on March 14, 2024 at 11:00 am
Canadian drag queen Jimbo, aka…
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Molding Memories: Sculpture Tucson has carved a niche for artists
by Christina Fuoco-Karasinski on March 14, 2024 at 11:00 am
To Hector Ortega, sculpture is much more than an occupation…
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Expressing Anger: Project offers new ways to work with emotion
by Alex Gallagher on March 7, 2024 at 11:00 am
Movement artist, curator, writer and facilitator Haas is interested in how anger manifests in the body and is policed by societal constructs meant to control that emotion…
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Non-Smiling Faces: Randiesia Fletcher looks to change perceptions through new exhibit
by Nikki Link on February 22, 2024 at 11:00 am
In her “Living2Portraits” work, expressionist artist Randiesia Fletcher tries to challenge common misconceptions about Pan-African faces…
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A Natural Artist: Dee Ruff brings mosaic pieces to De Grazia
by Alex Gallagher on February 22, 2024 at 11:00 am
Growing up within the rolling hills of Laurel Highlands, Southwestern Pennsylvania, mosaic/mixed-media artist Dee Ruff has always been inspired by nature…
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Mandy Patinkin Delivers: Star shares his love of music in ‘Being Alive’
by Christina Fuoco-Karasinski on February 15, 2024 at 11:00 am
Long before Mandy Patinkin was an Emmy-winning star, he established himself as a Tony-winning Broadway legend…
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Expressive Music: SaddleBrooke band presents ‘Images and Impressions
by Laura Latzko on February 15, 2024 at 11:00 am
Music is an important way in which musicians can share their passion and enrich the lives of others…
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Blossoming Creativity: Spring art scene showcases creativity and inspiration
by Bridgette M. Redman on February 15, 2024 at 11:00 am
As the saguaro and Palo Verde trees get ready to bloom, so too are the stages of Tucson flowering with a full garden of theater, music, dance and art. Tucson residents are offered an array of choices from the city’s major performing arts […]