By Matt Schaefer Theatre kids of a certain generation, myself included, were formed in the time of the great British mega-musical. You know the ones, Cats, Les Mis, Phantom, Miss Saigon. But, tucked among them was one show with more heart than flash and funnier and smarter than an episode of Seinfeld. Sondheim gets…
By Elizabeth Montgomery Every season starts with a question: What stories do people need right now? Not just what’s fun or flashy but what might stir something deeper. This year, the answers led to a lineup full of heart, hope, and a few bold steps forward. As single tickets for The Phoenix Theatre…
By Elizabeth Montgomery Four actors, one pianist, dozens of costumes, and zero mercy. Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation transforms The Phoenix Theatre Company’s Judith Hardes stage into a fast-paced, tune-twisting, carnival that roasts the best (and sometimes worst) of Broadway, running now through August 3, 2025. Directed by longtime cast member and veteran…
By Jen Barraza In a city where stories thrive, one stage is preparing to rise — and you can help light the way. The Phoenix Theatre Company is thrilled to announce “Be the Match. Ignite the Arts.”, a transformational matching gift campaign powered by a remarkable $3 million contribution from two incredibly generous donors. For…
By Theresa Kellar Tonner The Phoenix Theatre Company’s Producing Artistic Director and Executive Director, Michael Barnard and Vincent VanVleet, respectively, were featured as two of InBusiness Greater Phoenix’s “16 Top Leaders of 2024: Our List of Valley Leaders Who are Making a Real Difference!” by Mark Hunter. The list of leaders…
By Jen Barraza Publicity photo shoots for theatre productions are more than just an opportunity to capture the cast in costume—they serve as the first visual invitation for audiences to step into the world of a show. Every lighting choice, costume detail, and pose works together to craft a compelling image that sparks…
By Theresa Kellar Tonner Summer of Dance at The Phoenix Theatre Company is entering its 17th year. Seventeen years of providing a place for dancers of all experience levels to “develop skills, sweat, and have fun,” as Summer of Dance Director Molly Lajoie would say. Dancing is good for the soul. Summer of Dance encourages…
By Shelina Elyse Volunteers are a vital part of The Phoenix Theatre Company history and experience. In celebration of National Volunteer Week, we recognize the tremendous efforts of our volunteers throughout the years. Motivated by a community-driven model, the early days of Phoenix Little Theatre relied heavily on volunteers through unpaid talent and helpers. By…
By Jen Barraza Publicity photo shoots at The Phoenix Theatre Company are never just about snapping a few cast pics—they’re about setting the tone, delivering the vibe, and in the case of Forbidden Broadway, letting audiences know they’re in for a gleefully outrageous ride. This satirical revue takes aim at Broadway’s most…
By Shelina Elyse & Elizabeth Montgomery Jukebox musicals revive beloved music with a new perspective. They challenge traditional musical casts to embody real-life celebrity figures and evoke the audience’s feelings of nostalgia and familiar affection. Jersey Boys spans decades of a group’s evolution into the Four Seasons. You know the guys and their popular…
