By Cathalena E. Burch. Originally published on Tucson.com. There’s a lyric in one of the final songs in Arizona Theatre Company‘s production of Blues in the Night that director Ricardo Khan said kinda fits where we are in America today: “I got a right to sing the blues.” “I’m tempted to change it to ‘We […]
By Chloe Rabinowitz. Originally published on Broadwayworld.com. Arizona Theatre Company will welcome in 2025 with the Tony Award- nominated musical Blues in the Night by Sheldon Epps. With 26 torch songs to light up the stage, a cast of sizzling singers, and a legendary creative team, Arizona Theatre Company continues to bring outstanding creatives and […]
Tony Award-Winner Shuler Hensley and youth cast members of Arizona Theatre Company’s Holiday Musical, Scrooge! perform the National Anthem at the Phoenix Suns on December 25, 2024.
Bessie Smith: Known as the “Empress of the Blues,” Smith’s soulful voice and emotive performances defined the blues of the 1920s and 1930s. Her songs often told vivid stories of love and hardship, solidifying her legacy as a trailblazer in American music. Duke Ellington: A legendary jazz composer, pianist, and bandleader, Ellington’s innovative style and […]
The music of Blues in the Night serves as the lifeblood of the production, weaving together the soulful, passionate, and often heartbreaking narratives of its characters. A jukebox musical at its core, Blues in the Night is a rich tapestry of blues and jazz standards from the early 20th century showcasing the timeless artistry of […]
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 […]
For centuries, the beloved classic A Christmas Carol has inspired selflessness and acts of goodwill during the holiday season. The legacy of Scrooge lives on in countless productions across the country. For performers in the Phoenix area, it has not only brought festive cheer to theatergoers but also helped local families in need. Since 2000, […]
By Chuck Graham. Originally published in Let the Show Begin. As promised, Arizona Theatre Company has brought back an even bigger and more dazzling production for its second consecutive year of Scrooge! with book, music and lyrics by Oscar and Grammy-winning Leslie Bricusse. Once more this tale of miserly Scrooge’s transformation into that most jovial […]
Originally published by KGUN 9. For Arizona Theatre Company’s spirited production of Scrooge!, actors in Tucson said they want to bring a unique well of emotions to the characters they will portray in the classic Charles Dickens holiday story. Matt Milne — playing young Ebenezer Scrooge and the old miser’s nephew — said his passion for acting […]
Tony Award-Winner Shuler Hensley and cast members of Arizona Theatre Company’s Holiday Musical, Scrooge! perform the National Anthem at the University of Arizona Men’s Basketball Home Opener on November 4, 2024.