Cosmic forces and heavenly bodies will align to create something quite spectacular in the Arizona sky this weekend. An annular solar eclipse will take place late Sunday afternoon just before sunset and will cause the sun to darken considerably. Since this particular solar eclipse’s “path of totality” will cross through…
Welcome to the Morning Buzz, a catch-up on interesting happenings around the city and country and a quick guide to what (and who) to keep your eyes on. We’ll be here, first thing every weekday, to get you going. Here’s what’s buzzing this morning: In today’s example of why you…
More than 11 years after Tempe artist Jessica Jordan opened up Wet Paint Artist Supply on Ash Avenue, she says she’s decided to change direction. “Due to increased corporate competition and their massive buying power, and more people buying online, it has been harder and harder to maintain this small…
When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. We’re talking painters, writers, sculptors, designers, architects…
You can thank the food fanatics at Epic Meal Time — they’re the reason your significant other/random friend-with-benefits/one-night-stand is totally excited to see you. It might have sounded like a good idea at the time; The whiskey-flavored and -scented lube is a totally great way to kick off the evening…
Twenty five years of experience pays off when an hour of comedy leaves audience members incapable of maintaining a consistent level of raucous laughter because they’re simply out of breath. Todd Barry’s stout, self-satisfied grin makes it seem effortless. The crowd was laid back, almost morose during an impressive opening…
The day has arrived when even a social media flowchart cannot tell you where the F#*K to post that. Introducing the Instagram Socialmatic Camera, a camera that looks like the Instagram app icon, stores images as digital files with a 16GB memory stick, and has an internal printer that can…
Courtney McEntire wears many hats — figuratively and literally. Apart from her headwear endeavors, she writes a fashion blog, Phoenix is Haute, works as associate director of Scottsdale’s Madewell store, co-runs Phoenix Style Collective, and serves as a board member for FIDM’s Arizona Alumni Chapter. For this What Are You…
Welcome to the Morning Buzz, a catch-up on interesting happenings around the city and country and a quick guide to what (and who) to keep your eyes on. We’ll be here, first thing every weekday, to get you going. Here’s what’s buzzing this morning: There’s more than a week left…
The creatives behind Roosevelt Row CDC aren’t waiting for the economy to turn around — they’re too busy activating empty lots and organizing arts events. If you’re fan of Downtown murals, First Friday, Third Friday, the A.R.T.S. Initiative, the Valley of the Sunflowers or the Downtown culture scene in general,…
If you’re sticking around for summer and looking for a few great excuses to get out and get creative, you’re in luck. We have seven … 7. Circus Workshop with 7 Fingers @ Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts There’s nothing for boosting creativity like a little exercise, and this…
Madame Trapeze Fashion Show at Crescent Ballroom Madame Trapeze took over Crescent Ballroom on Saturday night thanks to the Alternative Fashion Society, Jen Deveroux, and a whole lot of latex. The lingerie and couture fashion show featured looks from Kelly Calabrese, Hell On Heels, Vital Vein, Missconstrued, Vaulted, Haus of…
When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. We’re talking painters, writers, sculptors, designers, architects…
If you were hoping to get Patrick Stewart’s autograph on your mint-in-package Captain Picard action figure at Phoenix Comicon this year, hold your breath. The Shakespearean actor and star of Star Trek: The Next Generation has canceled his scheduled appearance at this year’s edition of Comicon…
If you’re lucky enough to snag a limited-edition by Phoenix painter Carrie Marill, you can thank New York gallery owner Jen Bekman, the name behind contemporary print sale website, 20×200. Bekman opened her gallery in 2003 with a goal to expose the work of emerging artists to collectors. Four years…
A lot of experimental theater is quite sociopolitical in its messages, be they overt or subtle. Chris Danowski, whose plays are mostly on the not-your-father’s-Oldsmobile side, has indeed written plays like that, which are critical and thought-provoking, while still funny and entertaining (FrogWoman, for instance, which despite everything is the…
Introducing Pin Up Girl, a weekly guide to all-things-Pinterest. Our resident pinner, Laura Gill will take a look at some of the best eye candy from around the web and provide a few pointers on how-to crafts, as well as weigh in on weekly trends and highlight local and national pin…
Good mothers are hard to find, but if you’re looking for an auditorium-full (and want to impress your own, very good mother for Mother’s Day weekend) you won’t need to travel beyond Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. Tomorrow, current and past participants of “Mothers Who Write,” a workshop led by New…
When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. We’re talking painters, writers, sculptors, designers, architects…
You may know Bobcat Goldthwait from his recent films, the cult sensation World’s Greatest Dad and this year’s God Bless America. Or his rather infamous role as the squeaky-voiced gang leader Zed from the Police Academy movies. But Goldthwait was a standup comic first and foremost. He began performing when…
As the lull of summer sets in (although it’s not official for a couple weeks) it’s tempting to fall into hibernation. Easy, sleepy, air conditioned hibernation. Don’t do it, though. If you do, you’ll miss out on some worthwhile haps this weekend. Here they are. 5. After Finals Pool Party…
