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February 2020
“Master Harold”… and the Boys
Taking place in South Africa during the early years of apartheid, this powerful coming-of-age play speaks to the world’s many racial injustices. The timely and compelling show is staged by Arizona Theatre Company. Through Feb. 8, Temple of Music and Art, 330 S. Scott Ave., Tucson, 520-622-2823; and Feb. 13-March 1, Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix, 602-256-6995, arizonatheatre.org. Call for times and ticket prices.
Find out more »Americano!
This pioneering feel-good musical about a hot political topic is based on the life of Tony Valdovinos, who was born in Mexico but grew up in Phoenix and didn’t know he wasn’t a U.S. citizen until he turned 18 and tried to join the Marines. Call for times and ticket prices. The Phoenix Theatre Company, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, phoenixtheatre.com, 602-254-2151.
Find out more »Murder on the Nile
$22 – $28
Tension and claustrophobia build in this Agatha Christie murder mystery set onboard a river cruiser in 1944. F-Sa, 7:30 p.m.; Su, 2 p.m. $22-$28. Desert Stages Theatre, 7014 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale, desertstages.org, 480-483-1664.
Find out more »Always… Patsy Cline
Featuring unforgettable hits from the Patsy Cline songbook, including “Crazy,” “I Fall to Pieces” and “Walking After Midnight,” the musical brings to life the story of the singer’s friendship with a Houston housewife. Call for times and ticket prices. Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert, haletheatrearizona.com, 480-497-1181.
Find out more »La Cage Aux Folles
The feather boas fly in this tuneful and touching tale of one family’s struggle to stay together, stay fabulous and, above all else, stay true to themselves. Call for times and ticket prices. Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Ln., Peoria, azbroadway.org, 623-776-8400. The production moves to Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix, March 6-22.
Find out more »Carnival of Illusion
Enjoy an evening of old-world magic as this program blends an international theme with the charm of a Vaudeville-inspired roadshow. Call for times and ticket prices. Feb. 7-8 and 21-22, Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe; and Feb. 14-15, Mesa Center for the Arts, 100 E. Main St., Mesa, carnivalofillusion.com, 480-359-SHOW.
Find out more »The Wolves
Nine fragile and fierce young women from a competitive high school soccer team push and train for their games while also navigating the large and small challenges of their fast-changing lives. The coming-of-age play about life, love and loss on and off the AstroTurf is staged by Stray Cat Theatre. Call for times and ticket prices. Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe, straycattheatre.org, 480-350-2822.
Find out more »Some Enchanted Evening
$49 – $59
The Off-Broadway at The Encore series brings Broadway’s golden age to life with the timeless songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein, including “It Might as Well Be Spring,” “A Wonderful Guy,” “I Can’t Say No” and “I Enjoy Being a Girl.” Call for times. $49-$59. Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Ln., Peoria, azbroadway.org, 623-776-8400.
Find out more »Trouble in Mind
$41
Filled with warmth and razor-sharp humor, this comedy-drama by Alice Childress takes a provocative look at racism in the theater world. The play is staged by Black Theatre Troupe. Call for times. $41. Helen K. Mason Performing Arts Center, 1333 E. Washington St., Phoenix, blacktheatretroupe.org, 602-258-8129.
Find out more »Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival
The festival celebrates 24 years of showcasing the best of Jewish traditions and heritage with a fresh lineup of cinema from 14 countries. Films range from defiance and struggle to fun and adventure to laughter and love, with stories that engage both mind and heart. Call for times and ticket prices. Harkins Shea 14, 7354 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale; Harkins Tempe Marketplace 16, 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe; and Harkins Park West 14, 9804…
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