Theater

Bringing Broadway to Arizona stages

Plenty of Broadway fans spent New Year's Eve celebrating with their favorite musicals -- from a touring production of "Mamma Mia" at ASU Gammage...

Another suitcase for Scottsdale actress in “Evita”

Before landing her current role in a touring production of the musical "Evita," Krystina Alabado performed in Green Day's "American Idiot" on Broadway" --...

Family time with “The Nutcracker” ballet

Arizona families can choose from several different versions of “The Nutcracker” this holiday season. Every production is unique. Each company has its own set, costumes...

Time to plan for winter break

Never fear that winter break is nearly here. Thanks to a diverse assortment of winter break camps exploring everything from flight to filmmaking, your...

“Frozen” film a charming sister tale

A preschooler in pink twirled away in a movie theater aisle last night before getting scooped up by her big sister. They'd gone with...

How one Valley mom is honoring another

Scottsdale mom Allyson Primack is eager to spread the word about a woman she calls "the ultimate cheerleader for all children involved in the...

Disney’s “The Lion King” returns to ASU Gammage

Early in Disney's "The Lion King," a family-friendly musical based on the 1994 Disney film, a parade of animals moves majestically down aisles toward...

Childsplay’s journey with “Edward Tulane”

The china rabbit featured in "The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane," a 2006 book by Newbery Award-winning author Kate DiCamillo, began his journey from...

Valley Youth Theatre’s “Princess and the Pea”

Hans Christian Andersen, a Danish author best known for stories including "The Ugly Duckling" and "The Emperor's New Clothes," first experienced the power of...

Family-friendly musical spotlights sibling rivalry

More than three dozen actors and a children's chorus with nearly as many singers are part of Copperstar Repertory Company's production of "Joseph and the Amazing...

Bullying prevention through play writing

Middle school students who would like to try writing a 10-minute play about bullying can learn the ropes from professional playwrights who will lead workshops as...

“Art Speaks” at Arizona Museum for Youth

Scrabble. Crossword puzzles. Magnetic words. They're all popular with families who enjoy playing with language -- who will find plenty of word-based artwork in a...

Story Pirates bring family show to Scottsdale

In another couple of weeks, Valley neighborhoods will be swarming with pint-sized pirates seeking only Halloween candy as their treasure. But another sort of...

One mom’s journey with developmental disabilities

Like all parents, those whose children live with developmental disabilities walk unique paths. Each child, and every parent, is different. But we all share...

Awards honor young performers

High school junior Paige Michelet recalls the day her voice teacher Terry Temple suggested she check the National Youth Arts Awards website, noting that...

Theater works explore faith and family

Dozens of students from Scottsdale Christian Academy attended opening weekend performances for "The Diary of Anne Frank" at Desert Stages Theatre in Scottsdale. The...

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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