![From left, Isaiah Avena, Alyson Highley, acting coach Marret Funk and Christine Young participate in rehearsals for the May 2019 AdaptiveWorks production of Beauty and the Beast at Theater Works in Peoria. Artistic director Chris Hamby said the ongoing COVID-19 public health crisis has cost the 35-year-old non-profit community theater an estimated $500,000 so far this year. [Carly Weekley/Courtesy of Theater Works]](https://cdn4.creativecirclemedia.com/yourvalley/medium/20200730-194856-theater1.png.jpg)
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With innovative approaches and support from area patrons and other sources, local arts groups are adapting to continue their missions in the community.
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 By Matt RoyTwitter: @AzNewsmedia | 7/30/20 |
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In a typical year, the time between the Academy Awards and the summer blockbuster season has provided moviegoers with a steady, highly publicized buildup for those big-budget titles soon to draw thousands.
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 By Jeremy CarrTwitter: @AzNewsmedia | 6/24/20 |
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In some ways, Memorial Day next Monday will be the same as in previous years. And in other ways, it won’t be.
For the first time in 20 years, AAA will not issue a Memorial Day travel …
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 By Chris CaraveoTwitter: @ChrisCaraveo31 | 5/18/20 |
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This week’s batch of Staff Picks highlights more TV series available on popular streaming services, including Netflix and Hulu — as well as HBO, which is offering selections from its …
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4/23/20
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This week’s batch of Staff Picks highlights TV series available on popular streaming services. Whether returning for a nostalgic run-through or (finally) getting a chance to find out what …
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By Matt RoyTwitter: @AzNewsmedia | 4/15/20 |
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This week’s assortment of Staff Picks highlights critically acclaimed sci-fi flicks available on various video streaming services, perfect for the would-be couch surfer.
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By Matt RoyTwitter: @AzNewsmedia | 4/8/20 |
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When Governor Doug Ducey imposed a stay-at-home order to slow the spread of the coronavirus, a point stressed throughout his March 30 executive order was that while residents should follow all …
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4/7/20
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Have some free time on your hands? Here are 8 classic movies newly available to stream on Amazon Prime, Hulu and Netflix as of April 1.
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By Matt RoyTwitter: @AzNewsmedia | 4/1/20 |
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While our communities practice social distancing waiting for the latest COVID-19 news updates (keep checking out this website for up-to-date coverage), we thought those suddenly forced to spend more time indoors could use some suggestions for funny, fun shows and movies currently available on popular video streaming services.
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By Matt RoyTwitter: @AzNewsmedia | 3/25/20 |
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Below are entertainment options around the Valley for the week of March 12-18.
Event details are subject to change.
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March 12-15 - QUEEN CREEK: Roots …
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3/10/20
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Below are entertainment options around the Valley for the week of March 5-11.
Event details are subject to change.
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March 5 - SCOTTSDALE: Native Spirit …
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3/3/20
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Below are entertainment options around the Valley for the week of Feb. 27-March 4.
Event details are subject to change.
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Feb. 27-29 - MESA: 2020 …
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2/25/20
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Below are entertainment options around the Valley for the week of Feb. 20-26.
Event details are subject to change.
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Feb. 20-23 - PHOENIX: Cirque Du …
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2/18/20
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![Centerfielder Ketel Marte, pictured, will be among the players, alumni and team officials attending the team’s 16th Annual Arizona Diamondbacks Fan Fest 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix. [The Associated Press]](https://cdn4.creativecirclemedia.com/yourvalley/medium/20200212-002246-marte1.png.jpg)
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Diamondbacks officials announced they will host the 16th Annual Arizona Diamondbacks Fan Fest 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix.
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By Matt RoyTwitter: @AzNewsmedia | 2/11/20 |
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Below are entertainment options around the Valley for the week of Feb. 5-12.
Event details are subject to change.
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Feb. 6 - SCOTTSDALE: Western Week …
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2/4/20
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The Shindig Masquerade takes place 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28 at Goodyear Airport, 1658 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear.
The Shindig Masquerade is an elegant party in an airplane hangar where guests …
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1/31/20
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Below are entertainment options around the Valley for the week of Jan. 30-Feb. 5.
Event details are subject to change.
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Jan. 31-Feb. 2 - GILBERT: …
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1/28/20
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Below are entertainment options around the Valley for the week of Jan. 16-22.
Event details are subject to change.
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Jan. 16 - SCOTTSDALE: Demonstrate! …
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1/14/20
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Below are entertainment options around the Valley for the week of Jan. 9-15.
Event details are subject to change.
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Jan. 10-12 - PHOENIX: 27th Annual …
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1/7/20
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Below are entertainment options around the Valley for the week of Jan. 2-8.
Event details are subject to change.
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Jan. 2 - SIERRA VISTA: Patterson …
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12/31/19
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