It’s an awkward year for Phoenix Suns fans. Part of it is the organization’s staunch refusal to use the “R” word even while the team is in the midst of an obvious rebuilding year. What really makes things awkward for Suns fans, though, is that Steve Nash — arguably the…
To see the latest batch of talent emerging from Arizona State University’s Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, look no further than Gallery 100 on Tuesday, November 20. Drawing majors, including JeanRene Broe, Kathryn Herrick, Michael Holmes, Kristine Ponte, Aimee Shelton, and fibers major Jordan Vance will showcase their…
Just about anything can get turned into a play these days. Heck, even pop-punk band Green Day was given the stage treatment. But turning a near-mythical sports legend into a theatrical work takes true talent and cunning. Yet, Lombardi holds up brilliantly to the glare of Friday night lights. Based…
For five weeks, Sue Chenoweth lived and breathed creative culture in Rio de Janeiro. In 2012 the artist was chosen to participate in the abroad arts residency, sponsored by the Phoenix Institute of Contemporary Arts, and reveals her work created in Brazil this November at Modified Arts, 407 East Roosevelt…
As Arrested Development character Gob Bluth found out, no one really respects a grown man who claims to be a magician – especially if he totally sucks at magic. No amount of tossed pennies or frozen pigeons can change that. For street cred, you have to back up your passion…
This Friday, Phoenix Art Museum’s Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art, Sara Corchran, is taking a big risk. Corchran is from from Glasgow, Scotland. She’s a trained art historian who’s worked in art institutions and museums around the globe, and has been at Phoenix Art Museum for the last four…
Grab a blanket, but forget the telescope — without a lens you should be able to see the Leonids meteor shower when it peaks several house before dawn on Saturday and Sunday, November 17 and 18. The meteors are named for the Leo constellation. Leonid showers are caused when Earth…
There’s nothing that’ll break the ice at your holiday quite like explaining how the art piece over the couch was made. What LOVE IS ART founder Jeremy Brown calls “abstract expressionism” is your chance to get it on all over a canvas in a variety of colors, patterns, and positions,…
Cult animator Don Hertzfeldt’s award winning three short films involving the life and times of stick-figure “Bill” will be shown Saturday, November 24 at Phoenix Center for the Arts. “Everything Will Be OK,” I Am So Proud of You,” and “It’s Such a Beautiful Day” are three separate short films…
The average Ironman effort by the masochistic athletes who undertake this heroic endeavor takes about 11 to 12 hours – a demanding exhibition of endurance by any friend or family member out on the side of the course cheering their athlete on.Fortunately for those of us who spectate instead of…
Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it’s a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it’s on our have-to-have list. What: Every guy (and gal, too) needs a sturdy, stylish backpack, the ultimate in utilitarian fashion. This leather and canvas carryall from Will works as a city sack for…
Deconstructionist and avant-garde — those descriptors follow label Maison Martin Margiela (founded by famously inconspicuous Belgian designer Martin Margiela, who’s often named alongside the Antwerp Six) from its Japanese-influenced couture creations all the way to its capsule collection for retailer-to-the-masses H&M. With more than 100 pieces, plenty of trompe l’oeil…
The submission box is open for the 2013 Governor’s Arts Awards, which recognize creatives who have achieved and contributed to the Arizona arts community. The awards, presented by Arizona Citizens for the Arts, the Arizona Commission on the Arts, and the Office of the Governor of Arizona, are given annually to…
There’s no denying that singles mixers have their varying degrees of awkward, but this week, Fascinations and Phoenix Mingles are shooting for the moon with Phoenix’s first-ever Pheromone Party. On Friday from 6-9pm at Red Revolver Lounge, guests will get a chance to see if love is in the air,…
After having created 25 short films and two full-length films since its inception in 2010, the folks at local film studio Running Wild Films have set their ambitions high for 2013 with the “52 Shorts in 52 Weeks” project. According to the project’s director/producer, Travis Mills, each of the 52…
Laurie Notaro is an author, crafter, and expert at finding a good cocktail. She grew up in Phoenix, but is currently based in Eugene, Oregon. Each week, she’ll be joining us to share a crafting adventure, draw a flowchart, or remember a few of her favorite things about Phoenix. Today,…
Just two weeks after realtor Robert Joffe found an anonymous buyer for the David and Gladys Wright house in Phoenix, he’s back to the drawing board. According to the Phoenix Business Journal, Joffe recieved an email this morning from the buyer that the deal was off. See more: – Frank…
Once a year, New Times puts the spotlight on Scottsdale in SHINE, our annual pocket guide. As usual, the 2012 edition includes all the best spots to drink, dine, party, and get a culture fix. But this time around, we’re really all about the merchandise. So break out your piggy…
There was no shortage of movement and color at this year’s Phoenix Annual Parade of the Arts, which took place over the weekend. Besides all of the costumed participants and kooky floats that marched through the streets of downtown Phoenix, a flurry of dancers, hula hoop artists, and sideshow characters…
We know, the beginning of the work week sucks. But if you take a quick look at the calendar, you’ll see we’re off to a pretty good week of art events, sports games, dance parties, and more. Here are our must-see events from now to the weekend… Monday, November 12:…
Artist and designer Christine Lee will give a talk at the ASU Art Museum this Tuesday evening as a part of ASU’s Crafting a Continuum Visiting Artist Series. Lee works with salvaged materials to create sculptural installations that have been displayed across the United States. We caught up with her…
Certified Local Fall Festival in Phoenix Phoenicians warmed themselves with big jackets and apple cider from St. Francis at the eighth annual Certified Local Fall Festival at Portland Parkway on Saturday, November 10. Popular booths included Smeeks, Spinato’s, and Short Leash hot dogs as patrons sampled food and checked out…
