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 the “Spawn” comics series.
The Phoenix Symphony opens its season with rhythm, color, and the stars / Arizona PBS
This fall, the Phoenix Symphony launches its 10-week broadcast series with a program as varied and colorful as an Arizona sunset, blending rhythm, dance, and the mystery of the stars.
Tucson Symphony welcomes new concertmaster, seven other musicians / Arizona Daily Star
Tucson Symphony Orchestra will introduce a new concertmaster and associate concertmaster when it opens its 2025-26 season on Sept. 26.
Mesa’s cultural calendar is shining a little brighter with the return of the annual Dia de los Muertos Festival at Mesa Arts Center Oct. 25-26, a vibrant celebration steeped in tradition and community spirit.
New public artwork celebrates firefighters’ service at Scottsdale Fire Station 612 / Broadway World
Scottsdale Arts has unveiled a new addition to the Scottsdale Public Art Permanent Collection: Wholeness, a site-specific work by Maria Salenger of Jones Studio, which pays tribute to firefighters’ service in both urban and natural environments.
This nonprofit is helping Hispanic youth in foster care stay connected to their culture / KJZZ
Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation funds activities for foster children to take Folklorico dance classes and rent clothing that can be used for quinceañeras with a goal to help Hispanic youth stay connected with their culture.
Chandler arts center to close for 4 months next year / SanTan Sun NewsA busy Chandler Center for the Arts will shut down for four months next year, between June and October, for a $2.3 million renovation project.
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