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Beowulf Alley Theatre Company

Weird Italian Marxist comedy has local relevance

What at first seems a quirky, even foolish bit of fluff, “We Won’t Pay! We Won’t Pay!” gathers momentum to finish with a big message. That it does so safely within the confines of a 16th Century theatrical tradition makes it that much more powerful.... Read more»

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Arizona Onstage Productions

'Marvelous Wonderettes' is youthful energy

“The Marvelous Wonderettes” is not a re-creation of ‘50s and ‘60s girl group pop, but an interpretation. This Arizona Onstage production has its own internal logic, more rooted in youthful energy and theatrical performance than in old-timey authenticity.... Read more»

Buckmaster Show

Buckmaster: 'We're getting a bad rap,' says Rio Nuevo chair

Today on Buckmaster — We kick things off with a newsmaker interview with Rio Nuevo Board Chair Jodi Bain. Also, the Tuesday Money Maker Report with certified financial planner Shelly Fishman. Next, we launch a new monthly segment spotlighting pet care with Dr. Anna Szivek of Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson. Plus, the bi-monthly arts update with Margaret Regan of the Tucson Weekly.... Read more»

Arizona Theatre Company

Burlesque of Hitchcock’s '39 Steps' is campy fun

ATC’s “Alfred Hitchcock’s The 39 Steps” is a mash-up homage to Hitchcock, but also to familiar British comedic stalwarts such as Laurel and Hardy, Monty Python, and even the Austin Powers movies.... Read more»

Dillinger Days ends with 'hootenany' at Hotel Congress

Hotel Congress took a step back in time to celebrate Dillinger Days, an annual tradition marking the 1934 fire at the hotel that sparked the events leading to the capture of America’s Public Enemy No. 1, John Dillinger, and his gang in Tucson.... Read more»

Dillinger Days celebrate capture of Public Enemy No. 1

In 1934, John Dillinger was captured by Tucson police after fleeing a fire at Hotel Congress. The hotel will celebrate the anniversary with a speakeasy soirée Friday and re-enactments Saturday.... Read more»

The Rogue Theatre

'Shipwrecked' a wildly imaginative ride

Sometimes it feels like children’s theater, sometimes vaudeville, sometimes theater of the absurd – but throughout, “Shipwrecked” is simply fun, fun, fun.... Read more»

Buckmaster Show

Buckmaster: Lawmaker wants to make it harder to recall legislators

Arizona Rep. Steve Smith wants to make it tougher to recall Arizona legislators and accountant Michael C. Flowers has end-of-year tax tips.... Read more»

Buckmaster Show

Buckmaster: Az Senate president hopes to avoid budget cuts

Today on Buckmaster - We kick off the show with a newsmaker interview with Arizona Senate President Steve Pierce. Also, the Tuesday Money Maker Report with Shelly Fishman, certified financial planner. Next, we’ve got Keith Rosenblum, Buckmaster Show contributor on Mexico, who breaks down Sonoran shopper numbers.... Read more»

Arizona Theatre Company

'Daddy Long Legs' a rare successful two-person musical

ATC’s latest production, “Daddy Long Legs” is a carefully honed, crisply presented mini-musical. Despite a hyper-romantic, predictable narrative, its two hours sail by engagingly, carried by flawless performances.  In fact, the real problem with“Daddy Long Legs” may be that it’s almost too perfect. Is “slick” a bad thing?... Read more»

Buckmaster Show

Buckmaster: Who is the 'real' Tucson visitor?

We start things off with a newsmaker interview with Arizona Attorney General Tom Horne. Plus, the marketing director for the Tucson Convention and Visitors Bureau.... Read more»

Live Theatre Workshop

'Reckless' offers funny, bizarre holiday comedy

“Reckless” is an odd-shaped dark chocolate confection – not particularly sweet, more than a little bitter and very dark, indeed. This Live Theatre Workshop production doesn’t defy logic as much as embrace the surreal.... Read more»

Arizona Repertory Theatre

'Secret Garden' blossoms in UA production

Approaching the holiday season, we should be aware of the dangers of acute cuteness, when, like an overdose of treacle in an ill-equipped lifestyle, twee kiddie culture overwhelms our adult sensibilities. Fortunately, this presentation is more a showcase for the program’s up-and-coming talent with nary a hint of the upcoming Christmas onslaught.... Read more»1

Thousands dance for dead at All Souls Procession

Tens of thousands of Tucsonans crowded downtown streets Sunday night, dancing in celebration and walking somberly in memory of the dead. The finale, after a two-mile walk, saw a giant urn filled with messages to the departed ceremoniously set aflame. (with photos)... Read more»

All Souls Procession

All Souls events celebrate passed loved ones

“Put it on wheels, strap it to your back, wear it, put lights in it, walk or ride it” - all fitting ways to honor loved ones who have passed, All Souls Procession organizers said. (with videos)... Read more»

Invisible Theatre

Talent shines in play about acting

In “Circle Mirror Transformation,” four small town wanna-be actors, eager to expand their horizons, start in a local community class with their instructor. Over six weeks, covered in 90 minutes of vignettes, they go through a series of enlightening and humiliating psychological exercises.... Read more»

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