Incredible evening with stellar performances! A magical…read moreevening filled with rollicking fun & excitement. They are Stars of comedy and improvisation. The ambiance was cozy and the food was incredible! If you are looking for a memorable evening, look no further! Would very highly recommend and can't wait to go back!

While visiting AZ for spring break we were researching fun things for our family to do. My husband…read morecame across this experience and we had a BLAST! Coming from Los Angeles we can be real snobs with this subject as we have experienced great theater at places like Disneyland, Upright Citizens Brigade Improve theater and even The Hollywood Bourbon Rooms interactive production of Rock of Ages (sadly ended during COVID). It is wonderful to see this group has sustained for so long and many people rave about it. I even had a client in Los Angeles visiting from AZ tell me he had heard great things about this company, albeit not experienced it before. The show we saw was hosted at Maggiano's Italian Restaurant. The food is in alignment with the restaurant; oversized portions served family style with a limited set menu. That being said, they were able to accommodate my vegan husband and other guests at my table that are gluten free. The theater production takes place before and during your dinner in one of the private rooms at the restaurant. Everyone gets a character name tag so be prepared to be pulled up to participate. It's all a part of the fun. The room hosted about 20 diners/attendees making it an intimate experience. Perfect for all ages and laughs were shared all around. I highly recommend to any local or out of towner to spice up your dinner with this lively and colorful experience.

I previously reached out to Stage Left Productions months ago regarding tickets to a different show…read moreand never received a response. I let that go at the time, assuming it was an isolated issue. Unfortunately, I am now having a similar and even more concerning experience. I recently purchased tickets for an upcoming production and only discovered that the company is listed as "temporarily closed" when I visited the website to confirm the address. No notification was ever sent to inform ticket holders that the production would no longer be taking place. Since learning this, I have reached out multiple times to request information about when I would receive a refund for my ticket. To date, I have received no response. The lack of communication, accountability, and basic customer service is extremely disappointing. Customers should not have to actively investigate whether a paid event is still happening, nor should they be left without responses regarding refunds for canceled productions.

Update: February 2025: New venue! 5930 West Greenway Road Suite 1A, Glendale AZ 85306--Certainly a…read moremore intimate theater so you will almost feel like you're part of a command performance. I really enjoyed "Grand Horizons" with its well written dialogue and the perfect casting. Layers of each character peeled away as more and more was revealed about them, and I gained a deeper understanding of each. My "loyalty" to certain characters kept shifting which made it interesting and just like life and its complexities. Much success in your new home Stage Left!

https://youtu.be/wWwH7NWOAl4…read more 1.5 hour show. Great for adults and kids. Located McDonald and Scottsdale in a small theater. The Davis family makes you feel welcome with cookies and bottled water. The show was above my expectations. My kids 6-13 loved the show. Pass the word. It is the best hidden gem in Scottsdale!

Please sit before reading this review. It contains accounts of witchcraft and occult behavior, and…read moreI will not be held accountable for any injury obtained while reading this review. Had I not witnessed the Davis Circus of Illusion with my own eyes, I would not be able to tell you about it. The Davis Circus of Illusion is a group of three people, headed by 'magician' Craig Davis. I put 'magician' in quotes because of course I am a grown, educated man, and do not believe in magic. I do, of course, believe in witchcraft, which is more how I would describe the events of the evening, as Davis and his associates perform unnatural feats. He is accompanied by his wife, Mrs. Davis, and a bellydancer who goes by the name Myryka. Davis Circus of Illusion is in a great location - right up in the general Scottsdale vicinity. So go eat dinner someplace close, and then come here. If you are a member of a family, bring your entire family. If you are courting a young lady, you may also bring her here. If you are alone, you will be allowed admittance, but probably looked upon with curiosity. Dress is casual, but classy. Imagine what you should be wearing while witnessing OCCULT BEHAVIOR. The event takes place at a joint called Cattle Track, which has a building that serves as kind of a gallery/stage. I do not know if there are any cattle there so please stop asking. Before the show, Davis was talking with some of the early arrivals, his presence tempting them to inquire about the dark arts. I did not listen in on their conversation but I can only imagine he was describing to them the cursed acts he had to commit to obtain his power. As show time drew near, he demonstrated his abilities by reading a man's mind. Upon seeing this I quickly focused my thoughts, locking away the secrets within my mind that Davis might have otherwise been able to gain access to. I suggest you take this precaution ahead of time. The show began with Mrs. Davis singing a few songs. She's got a pretty good set of pipes on her, but I was there for the occult! Davis retook the stage, and almost immediately summoned his bellydancer from some astral plane, and then a bird, which proceeded to stare me down for half the show with his beady black eyes. The obvious conclusion is that the bird was a mind reader as well. After having summoned his minions, Davis now conjured up dark magics for a freakin' hour and a half. Breaking things, making them whole again, reading more people's minds, putting a lady in a box and then trying to crush her with drawers - all kinds of madness. He had his assistant get in a box, and then he collapsed the box and the woman was STILL ALIVE INSIDE even though there was only room for like, her arms and head. Everything else was just smashed. Then, what does he do? Freakin' heals her somehow and makes a new body for her and she's still alive. My wife was all, "It's just larger than it looks - she probably has extra room in there" but I know what I saw. Hah! "Mirrors." People always use mirrors to explain witchcraft, when the truth is far more deadly. Not only is Davis a practitioner of witchcraft, but he also juggles, which I find to be an odd combination. He is apparently one of only a few people in the world who can juggle 7 things at once. Like, actually have all 7 of the things in the air at the same time. I saw him do it, and if you told me that no other human being on earth could juggle 7 things at once, I'd believe you. It was pretty nuts. Anyway, the show was like, 2 hours, and thank god he didn't try to use any of his witchcraft on me, and that bird stayed away from me or I would have gone nuts. Should you go see the Davis Circus of Illusion? Only if you are stout of mind and heart, and are not fearful of mind-bending illusions and inexplicable acts of otherworldly magic. If you're ok with that, then yeah you should probably go.

Great little place to see a play! While browsing around Glendale think of getting a bite to eat or…read morewander around and see one of their shows. It's a small intimate theater for live entertainment and a small crew and cast. They have matinee shows and some evenings. We recently went on a Sunday to see "The 12 days of Christmas" which is the story of a couple who have been together for 12 years and after he doesn't propose and she breaks up with him she kindly gives him 12 Days to win her back. We love love love live shows that are imaginative and heartwarming and hope to see more in the future. They also offer an unlimited pass for all the shows they do should you want to give a gift to someone. Support the arts and live theater!

I just watched one of the best productions that I have ever seen on any stage. "She Kills Monsters"…read moreby Qui Nguyen, produced by the Brelby Theatre Company in Downtown Glendale, was PHENOMENAL! The story is every nerd's greatest glory on a stage, and touches the soul of the struggle of LGBTQ identities. Only $20, but worth so much more. Go, and be moved! The theatre itself is a wonderful addition to the Downtown Glendale scene! And what a great lineup of shows they have on their calendar. As a lifetime resident of Glendale but a first time visitor to Brelby, I can say that I feel such a stronger kinship with our scenic downtown from this experience; thank you Brelby Theatre Company!

I've been to the Torch Theatre twice to see my friends perform. The venue is nice and clean. The…read moretheatre itself has a large stage and several rows of seating, probably enough space for 20-30 people. Admission is affordable and you feel like you're supporting a good thing. The actors are passionate about what they do and even in the audience, it's a pleasure to be a part of the fun. The improve shows had several groups doing 15-minute sets and I liked all of the skits. I've never been, but apparently the Torch Theatre offers free improv classes every month. I think it's the first Saturday of every month. I have been thinking about going to a class, but haven't made it yet. The Torch Theatre has limited parking in front, but lots of space behind the building. The lightrail is very close if you don't feel like driving. Across the street is Hula's, a great spot for a snack, dinner, or just drinks.

We had a fun time here for the skewed news hour. It's not easy being that funny with a newspaper…read morearticle only to go off of, but this talented cast of individuals all have what it takes to make it work! It's a small intimate theater maybe seats 25 at most. You (the audience) get to choose from newspaper articles they leave out. For my article I chose the "smoke free apartment communities are trending". Not an easy topic and of course one scene went to another wherever the topics took them to. They were easily able to wrap them at the end and tie them into a nice rounded show. Really enjoyed it and while only a one hour show wouldn't hesitate to go back again. It's funny where the mind can take a subject, and entertaining as well. That's improv at its finest!

I just don't even have the words to explain how much we love CYT. After moving from San Diego to…read moreCave Creek, AZ my daughter was desperate to find another theater program. Luckily we did CYT in San Diego and loved it we were thrilled to see there was a CYT in Arizona! The classes are amazing and the shows are unparalleled! The kids get to do shows at Mesa Arts Center which is so incredible all the kids feel like professionals. It's a must see event! Volunteering is the most rewarding part of CYT for me. You get to interact with the kids and families on a whole other level. I met so many incredible people that have now become like family and it's just the most incredible feeling. Both my daughters have said they've never felt more at home or accepted for who they are. They just adore everyone at CYT and have built incredible friendships and built their confidence up beyond belief.

Home schooling 5 kids, I had to be creative finding a place for them to rub shoulders with other…read morekids and to glean from other adults and older kids. This is the place! The family friends we have made here are for life. We have been through so much together in working toward putting on quality shows. Not shows that are 'just for kids' but shows that are for all ages and worth the price of admission! The acting, singing, dancing, costumes, sets, staging, lights, sound and the venue all make up an award winning theatrical experience. And for us to be working together as a family, it doesn't get better!

I signed up for lessons hoping to correct a speech impediment I have had since middle school. They…read moreswore this was absolutely possible. After about a month or two, I was getting the wildest compliments during lessons "you're going to be a star" and "embrace the fame thats coming your way" "you are about to be on TV" I didn't understand what was going on or even what this TV show was. I was humble and didn't want to ask questions. Before one of the showcases, I was even supposed to have a private meeting with one of her "producers" to record. After long, I realized the same eager crowd that showed up at these "producer showcases" to perform & impress were mostly the same ones coming to lessons. I was told things like "you'll have album in three years" and because of her connections with music stars.....maybe even a collab with Carrie Underwood. There was also *tremendous* pressure to come online and leave a 5-star review. I felt uneasy that things which seemed private and confidential about other students were shared during lessons. I also realized that she seemed to share things about me that I wish she wouldn't have. I wish that I would have walked away when I got to the point I was at...and never got involved with her "showcases" and her producers. I wish I would have trusted the bad feeling in my gut about all of it. It felt like mind games, with the wild promises, and the producers, and how they never talked to me directly about what was going on. I would be ashamed to talk like this to my voice students, and Mr. Riggs probably wouldn't approve of this business modality either. Now, I am trying to find myself again after the grief this has caused in my life. Which is far more than can be fit in this review.

It would be hard not giving her 5 stars because Stephanie is the best in Maricopa County. She does…read morea fantastic job building your confidence, improving your unique style, and she's so much fun to be around. Not only that but she is available online as well, so you don't have to live in the area. Couldn't recommend anyone better.