Theater

Once upon a circus

Sixth generation circus artist Giovanni Zoppe talks about his family's Italian circus, whose youngest performer sometimes chooses naptime over audience accolades.

My own little movie list

Lynn Trimble shares a list of movies, old and new, that she plans to watch during the holidays, and invites readers to recommend their favorite movies for family film time.

Art meets New Year's Eve

Explore Valley New Year's Eve celebrations featuring an arts and culture twist with Stage Mom writer Lynn Trimble, who says the best celebrations are the ones you don't have to fuss over making or cleaning up after.

Politics meets pastorela

Explore the Mexican and Native American tradition of pastorela plays as Lynn Trimble shares news of pastorelas being performed in Arizona and beyond.

Red fur meets red rocks

Lynn Trimble chats with Kevin Clash, puppeteer known to children the world over as Elmo, about his upcoming visit to the Sedona International Film Festival.

Celebrating Arizona women

Learn more about the rough and tumble existence of pioneering women, and their contemporary counterparts, as a fun mix of storytelling, song and dance titled "Celebrating Arizona Women" comes to Scottsdale Community College.

Elvis is in the buildings

Explore Elvis sightings from Tempe to Las Vegas as Lynn Trimble shares news of places you can enjoy Elvis music and memorabelia.

Rising Youth Theatre

Lynn Trimble talks with Xanthia Walker, co-founder of a new theater group in Arizona called Rising Youth Theatre, which engages children and teens in telling their own stories in creative and powerful ways.

Roses are blue…

Lynn Trimble is wishing she could send a couple of texting teens to Prescott for a series of living history workshops on essentials like mending and parlor arts, and sharing details of the 2012 season for the Blue Rose Theater at the Sharlot Hall Museum.

Tradition

In a month filled with Christmas, it was nice to find a weekend filled with Fiddler. Experience a shortened version of the classic musical as Arizona Jewish Theatre Company presents "Fiddler on the Roof, Jr." this weekend only at Phoenix College.

Irving Berlin's White Christmas

Lynn Trimble chats with Shannon O'Bryan, who'll be singing and tapping her little heart out at ASU Gammage through Sunday, about her role in Irving Berlin's White Christmas -- and the forecast for on-stage snow in Tempe.

There's no place like home

Lynn Trimble reviews a touring production of "The Wizard of Oz" being presented Dec. 8-11 at the Orpheum Theatre in Phoenix.

Book to stage: The Great Gatsby

Lynn Trimble shares snippets of a recent conversation with Stephen Wrentmore, who'll direct "The Great Gatsby" for Arizona Theatre Company later this season, and share news of a related visual arts competition for 12-22 year olds.

Lemonade for grown-ups

After attending opening night for "Milk, Milk Lemonade" at Stray Cat Theatre in Tempe, Lynn Trimble shares details of the mature audiences only production that's both playful and profound.

Theater flair minus holiday fare

Lynn Trimble explores theater options for families seeking a respite from all the holiday hoopla December brings.

White Christmas in Arizona?

Lynn Trimble shares pictures from the ASU Gammage gingerbread house contest, plus news of upcoming events tied to Irving Berlin's "White Christmas," which comes to Tempe Dec. 6-11.

PARTY ARTICLES

Money Lessons from Birthday Parties

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Time to Paw-ty

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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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