Emerging field focuses on arts-based programming to enhance health and well-being Arizona has joined 10 regions across the U.S. as part of a new network exploring how the arts can be used to improve the health and well-being of individuals…

Phoenix Symphony’s new season shows new side of classical music / Arizona Republic The Phoenix Symphony is launching its season while continuing its search for a new music director

This reclusive pop culture superstar is teaming up with Phoenix Zoo / Arizona Republic The Phoenix Zoo has commissioned several artists to create works for a new exhibit that combines comic books and conservation, including Todd McFarlane — creator, writer and artist of…

State invests $2.5 million in nonprofit arts & culture sector / Arizona Commission on the Arts A one-time legislative appropriation of $2 million in support of Arizona’s arts and culture sector is reaching communities throughout the state with grants to…

WATCH: AZ music teacher's dream to help students one key at a time now a reality / ABC 15 A music teacher at a small Title I charter school on the Pima reservation has made a dream for his students a…

'Lost a giant': Remembering Ben Tyler, powerhouse player in Phoenix theater / Arizona Republic  Ben Tyler, powerhouse player in the Phoenix theater community and beyond, has died after a yearlong battle with cancer. Tyler was an actor, director, playwright, producer,…

New Arizona Opera director says it's being reborn through innovation, connection / KJZZ Arizona Opera has a new leader. Brian DeMaris has taught at Arizona State University for around a decade. But his musical experience is not limited to the genre —…