By Cathalena E. Burch. Originally published on Tucson.com You can’t trust thieves. Even thieves can’t trust thieves. Just ask the crew of jewelry thieves in Arizona Theatre Company’s American premiere of Arun Lakra’s new thriller Heist. One of them has deceived the others, switching out a real precious stone for a fake and setting off a get-even-and-get-rich […]
The perfect crime requires the perfect team to pull it off. Consider for a moment how you might plan such a job. What kind of crew would you assemble? How would you distract your target? How would you steal what you’re after and make sure no one knew it was you? Very quickly, it becomes […]
By Chloe Rabinowitz. Originally published on BroadwayWorld.com Arizona Theatre Company has named Ana Rose O’Halloran as its new Executive Director to lead statewide operations. O’Halloran is a nonprofit and performing arts executive with more than 17 years of experience leading arts organizations in strategic planning, fundraising, programming and operations in the greater Los Angeles area. “Ana […]
By Chloe Rabinowitz. Originally published in BroadwayWorld. Arizona Theatre Company will ramp up preparations for its 58th season opener Deceived by welcoming award winning artists from Broadway and Arizona. Adapted from 1938’s Gaslight by Patrick Hamilton – the psychological thriller that gave rise to the term “gaslighting” – Deceived reimagines the story for contemporary audiences. This new adaptation […]
ATC has named Puerto Rican playwright Edwin Sánchez the recipient of the 2025 National Latine Playwrights Award for his powerful new work Lottery Boy. Sanchez’s work was chosen from more than 78 entries. This marks Sánchez’s second time receiving the honor. Established in 1995, the award celebrates Latine voices in American theatre and recognizes outstanding […]
By A.A. Cristi. Originally published on BroadwayWorld.com. Arizona Theatre Company (ATC) brings the season to a close with Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B. This fresh and fast-paced comedy is written by America’s most produced playwright, Kate Hamill, who is widely known for her adaptations of Emma, Pride & Prejudice and Little Women. This adaptation […]
Blues in the Night is a powerful musical that celebrates the emotional depth and history of the American blues genre. Created by acclaimed director Sheldon Epps, this musical revue blends the raw sounds of blues with deeply human narratives, captivating audiences with evocative storytelling and timeless music. Working with musical director Sy Johnson, Epps curated […]
By Chloe Rabinowitz. Originally published on BroadwayWorld.com. Arizona Theatre Company will open its 57th season with the classic revenge thriller Dial M For Murder, written by Frederick Knott and adapted by playwright Jeffrey Hatcher. Director Michael John Garcés returns to ATC to pilot the production just in time for the Halloween season. “Season 57 is about great stories told by […]
Following his service in the British Royal Artillery during World War II, playwright Frederick Knott found himself fascinated by what would drive the average person to commit the heinous act of murder. And while he was noted to have hated writing – doing so only to pay the bills – there was no doubt he […]
By Ryan Fish. Originally published on KGUN9.com. Aaron Cammack is the ‘2024/2025 Resident Artist’ for the Arizona Theatre Company. He will be in three main stage productions for ATC this upcoming season, along with hosting community outreach efforts including an upcoming workshop for about 20 other local actors. It’s something that wouldn’t have been possible just […]