When Theater League presents "The Wizard of Oz" in Mesa and Phoenix next week, ten Valley children ages 8-12 will be performing with the touring cast as "Munchkins." Lynn Trimble chatted with one of them, eager to find out how they're preparing for the gig.

Lynn Trimble shares ways local families can learn more about HIV/AIDS while helping to support AIDS-related research and community-based programs.

Undaunted by the legendary leg lamp, Lynn Trimble attends an opening weekend performance of "A Christmas Story" at Phoenix Theatre -- then shares links to additional places showing a little too much leg.

Lynn Trimble knows how to avoid the hectic holiday rush. She shops local, finding unique and affordable gifts at Arizona museums, performing arts venue gift shops and small arts-related businesses. Today she offers suggestions on finding everything from discount theater tickets to educational toys.

Lynn Trimble share her own, and others', perspectives on a Tony Award winning play being presented at the Herberger Theater Center by Arizona Theatre Company.

Lynn Trimble shares the lowdown on this year's Arizona Thespian Festival, where students, teachers and theater professionals gather to share ideas and enthusiasm.

Beware of thespians crossing the streets of downtown Phoenix, on their way to stages here and beyond, via a theater education event called the Arizona Thespian Festival. Lynn Trimble shares photos from Friday's "Jungle Theme" day, and gives fellow non-thespians a look at what takes place when theater geeks gather to perform and play together.

After learning that artist John Waddell will be honored Friday at the Herberger Theater Center, Lynn Trimble recalls her many encounters with Waddell sculptures exhibited around the Valley.

Lynn Trimble previews an upcoming high school production of Arthur Miller's "The Crucible," which won the 1953 Tony Award for best play.

Lynn Trimble describes two weekend options exploring the power of language, one for children and another for grown-ups.

What happens when a family named Trimble meets a creature called Tribble? It inspires a journey through the arts with a twist of Spock and Sulu.

When her mother-in-law started talking turkey, Lynn Trimble knew it was time to haul out her list of Christmas holiday fare.

Valley actor and college student Tyler Pounds shares his thoughts about the Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics production of "Spring Awakening," a mature content, Tony Award winning musical.

Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics made a bold choice for their fall musical -- the controversial work titled "Spring Awakening." The selection signals their readiness to encounter theater criticism, and Lynn Trimble is happy to do the honors.

Lynn Trimble had a very happy birthday on Saturday, attending a Cookie Company production of "If You Give a Pig a Party" complete with after-party featuring three real piggies.

Lynn Trimble reviews five works performed during this year's "Pandora Showcase" from the Arizona Women's Theatre Company, noting that one has what it takes to make it to much bigger stages before much larger audiences.