Pictured above: Anna Lentz as Anne Frank. Photo courtesy Goat Factory Media Entertainment. David Ira Goldstein returns to Arizona Theatre Company this month to direct “The Diary of Anne Frank.” David retired as artistic director last year after 26 years and is now artistic director emeritus of ATC. “The Diary of Anne Frank” is the…
In 2009, the Tucson Jewish Community Center established a Sculpture Garden on its campus with a four-fold purpose in mind: to craft a public space that celebrates the appreciation of sculpture; to create an atmosphere of tranquility; to promote educational opportunities; and to enhance community fellowship. The JCC’s garden currently contains over 40 sculptures by local,…
Deena Goldstein is an artist who loves “capturing moments from life’s inspirational journeys.” A creative dynamo, with an intense passion for multimedia, digital, acrylic and salvage art, Deena created Pop Art Pets a little over a year ago, adding to her already thriving fine art endeavors. With PAP, Deena turns photos into art, enabling her…
Beverly Gray will be in Tucson in March for two events surrounding her latest book, Seduced by Mrs. Robinson, How “The Graduate” Became the Touchstone of a Generation. On March 8 at 7:30 pm she will give a talk before a screening of “The Graduate” at the Loft Theater. She will also appear March 10-11…
Art season is in full swing this month with two juried art shows featuring acclaimed artists, wine tastings, delicious edibles, live musical performances and plenty of inspiration! Thunderbird Artists hosts its 7th annual Waterfront Fine Art & Wine Festival on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 9, 10 and 11 at 7135 E. Camelback Road in…
He’s living proof that America’s Got Talent – and he definitely has The Voice! He is Allan Naplan, executive and producing director of Arizona Musicfest, the unique concert experience based at various venues in and around North Scottsdale. Prior to his current position, and following his professional singing career, Allen served in senior management roles…
Jan. 11-21, 2018 SaddleBrooke Kick-Off – Sunday, Jan. 7, 3 pm, $5 HAROLD & LILLIAN: A HOLLYWOOD LOVE STORY (USA, 2016, 94 min., English) Two unsung heroes working in the Hollywood system for six decades, storyboard artist Harold Michelson and film researcher Lillian Michelson, left an indelible mark on classics by Alfred Hitchcock, Steven Spielberg,…
February 11-25, 2018 1945 (Hungary, 2017, 91 min., Hungarian with subtitles) SCREENINGS: Scottsdale – Thursday, Feb. 15, 7 pm Peoria – Monday, Feb. 19, 3 pm On a summer day in 1945, an Orthodox man and his grown son solemnly return to a village in Hungary where villagers are preparing for the wedding of the…
January 27-29, 2018 The 13th Annual West Valley Jewish Film Festival will be held on January 28-29 at Beth Emeth Congregation, 13702 W. Meeker Blvd. in Sun City West. The three films shown at this year’s festival are “The Pickle Recipe,” “Remember” and “Arranged.” Tickets for each film are $12 if purchased at the door….
In 1933, the Viennese actress Hedy Keisler sparked an international furor by swimming nude in a provocative melodrama called “Ecstasy.” Alas, it was the tragic fate of Hedy Lamarr, as she was renamed when she arrived in Hollywood, to be perpetually judged by her face and figure rather than her intellect. A riveting portrait of…
