Theater

“Around the World in 80 Days” on stage

For generations the works of 19th century French writer Jules Verne have been required reading for American students. Some take to his tales, but...

Childsplay wows the cafeteria crowd

A white van pulled up along a side entrance to the cafeteria at Copperwood Elementary School in Glendale earlier this month. A trio of...

ASU Gammage reveals 2014-15 season

For years Valley audiences have been enjoying adaptations of the Cinderella tale, including dance productions by Ballet Arizona in Phoenix and Ballet Etudes in...

Valley Youth Theatre alumni reunion concert

After learning that Valley Youth Theatre alumnus Nick Cartell had been cast in a 2012 revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Jesus Christ Superstar,” I...

Musical “Pippin” depicts teen’s search for meaning

Even families who don't recognize the name of contemporary composer Stephen Schwartz are familiar with his works, including music and lyrics for the Broadway...

Arizona teens compete in dance, drama and voice

More than 100 teens will compete this month in the Arizona Young Artists' Competition at the Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix. The competition began...

Fighting hate with “The Laramie Project”

Spotlight Youth Theatre in Glendale isn't afraid to tackle tough topics. Last year, they performed "The Yellow Boat," which shares the story of a Tempe...

Playful pirates spotted in Scottsdale

Scottsdale families are used to seeing all sorts of tourists this time of year, although pirates aren't typically among them. Still, you'll spot plenty...

Fairy tale explores a father’s change of heart

When the father in the English fairy tale "Cap O' Rushes" asks his three daughters to confirm their undying devotion to him, he's met...

Valley Youth Theatre performs “The Jungle Book”

Families got their first opportunity to buy Disney's 1967 film "The Jungle Book" on Blu-Ray and Digital HD this week. It's based on a...

Follow the yellow brick road!

A little dog cast as Toto gets tons of stage time in Tempe this week, where families can enjoy a new musical version of "The...

Dr. Seuss is on the loose!

Cats are all the rage these days, thanks to platforms like YouTube that make it easy to share all that feline feather swatting, purring...

Culture Pass: One more reason to love your local library

Once upon a time, we checked out only books from the public library. Then came videos and CDs. These days, you can "check out"...

Javelinas travel from page to stage

"The Three Little Javelinas," a 1992 children's book by Tucson author Susan Lowell, is one of many playful adaptations of "The Three Little Pigs." The...

Arcadia students perform original musical

Students at Arcadia High School in Phoenix are putting on a musical, “Shattered,” that they wrote themselves. They wrote the script, music and lyrics,...

Parenting with imagination and wonder

Teen scientist Jack Andraka heads to the Valley next week, where he'll speak at a gathering for members of the Society for Imagination and...

PARTY ARTICLES

Money Lessons from Birthday Parties

Teaching Kids the Value of Gifts & Gratitude Between the cake, balloons, and wrapping paper tornado, birthday parties are often all about fun, but they also provide the perfect opportunity to teach kids early lessons...

Time to Paw-ty

Celebrating your favorite furry friend Call me crazy, but when my husband and I adopted our first dog together, we threw her a birthday party complete with cake, streamers, guests, appetizers, games, and more. Was...

Unique Ways to Host a Joint Birthday Party

My brother and I have birthdays that are just one day apart—his on March 3rd, mine on March 4th, and our oldest brother just a few weeks later on March 21st. Fast forward 31 years...

Out-of-the-box Birthday Party Ideas in Phoenix & Tucson

Wanting to do something a little extra special for your child’s next birthday party? Maybe it’s a milestone birthday—like turning double digits or entering the teen years. Or perhaps your child has requested to...

Birthday Traditions & Clever Theme Ideas

Childhood birthdays are unlike any others. I have fond memories of waking up on my birthday morning anticipating all the fun that was in store. With three kids who had birthdays all in the same...

Out-of-the Box Birthday Party Ideas

Wanting to do something a little extra special for your child’s next birthday party? Maybe it’s a milestone birthday—like turning double digits or entering the teen years. Or perhaps your child has requested to...

Party Etiquette

Whether you’re hosting a party or attending one, you may be wondering—do people really RSVP anymore? What about goodie bags, are those still a thing? Do I need to stay with my child at...

How to Throw a Birthday Party that Won’t Break the Bank

I remember the days when birthday parties consisted of colorful balloons, streamers, a simple cake, and the classics like musical chairs and tag with a few friends. Times have changed and suddenly it feels necessary...

How to do a drive-by birthday party

As we get deeper into quarantine, people have gotten creative with birthday celebrations. One result: the drive-by birthday party.

Home pool party? Hire a lifeguard!

Drowning happens silently and quickly. That’s why children are at risk even when — and sometimes especially when — adults are nearby. Even a "designated pool watcher" can avert his or her eyes for a...

Hiking birthday party

For a child who loves adventure and outdoors, turn a hike into a birthday party.
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Bike race birthday party

When there are lots of neighborhood friends who love to ride their bikes together, host a birthday party that feels like an official bike race.

Island birthday party

Pool parties are popular in Arizona. Make a stylish upgrade at your next birthday party by incorporating décor and details that will transport guests from the desert to a tropical island paradise.

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