By Zach Wetzel. Originally published by Broadway World. True West explodes onstage at Arizona Theatre Company. This is the single greatest piece of live theater I have ever seen. True West is the story of two estranged siblings forced to interact while one of them house-sits for their mother. Written by Sam Shepard and directed by Jenn […]
By Chloe Rabinowitz. Originally published on BroadwayWorld.com. Arizona Theatre Company will present Sam Shepard’s True West in an electrifying conclusion to its 56th season. This raw and gripping production promises audiences a hilariously unforgettable journey into the heart of family, rivalry, and the American Dream. True West depicts the turbulent relationship between two estranged brothers, Austin and […]
By A.A. Cristi. Originally Published on BroadwayWorld.com. Arizona Theatre Company is delighted to announce the winner of the 2023 National Latine Playwrights Award. Chicano playwright, David A. Tucker II, has won the award for his black comedy, The Nude, for which he will receive $2500 and a professional workshop and a public reading of the […]
By Kathleen Kennedy. Originally Published in Desert Leaf. Arizona is in for a true Western masterpiece this month when ATC presents the acclaimed Sam Shepard play True West, nominated in 1983 for a Pulitzer Prize and in 2000 for three Tony Awards, including Best Play, and two Drama Desk Awards. Director Jenn Thompson brings a […]
By Chloe Rabinowitz. Originally Published on BroadwayWorld.com Arizona Theatre Company has unveiled its 57th season. From gripping mysteries to heartwarming love stories to joyful musicals, this season is set to be a celebration of memorable storytelling. “The year that lies ahead for Arizona is going to be challenging on a number of fronts. I want ATC […]
By Cathalena Burch. Originally Published by the Arizona Daily Star. One of the greatest opera divas is holding a master class and [Arizona audiences are] invited to sit in. But in Terrence McNally’s Tony Award-winning play “Master Class,” Maria Callas doesn’t sing. She talks. Which is a good thing for the star of Arizona Theatre Company’s […]
By Gil Benbrook. Originally published in Talkin’ Broadway. Lynn Nottage’s Intimate Apparel is a poignant drama that explores love, longing, and the pursuit of dreams in early 20th-century New York City. Arizona Theatre Company is currently presenting an exquisite production of this deeply resonating drama with an impeccable cast, emotionally rich direction, and gorgeous creative elements. Set […]
By Herbert Paine. Originally published on BroadwayWorld.com. One of the great and all too infrequent joys of being a theatre critic is to happen upon a show where all the stars converge to create a stellar and commanding theatrical experience. Such a moment occurred during opening weekend of Arizona Theatre Company’s production of Lynn Nottage’s Intimate Apparel. The […]
The Arizona House of Representatives today officially proclaimed February 15 Arizona Theatre Company Day in celebration of ATC’s contributions to enhancing the vibrant cultural landscape of Arizona. This momentous decision recognizes Arizona Theatre Company’s leadership role in the state’s artistic community and its profound impact on the cultural enrichment of residents and visitors alike. Arizona […]
By A.A. Cristi. Originally published by Broadway World. Arizona Theatre Company continues its virtuosic season with the Tony Award winning play Master Class, by five-time Tony winner Terrence McNally. Master Class tells the story of opera superstar Maria Callas as she delivers a hilarious and harrowing masterclass to the future stars who are nipping at her heels. Broadway and […]