I became a season ticket holder for the Arizona Theatre Company and it has been an amazing…read moreexperience so far. I've seen two performances at this point. There are a couple of reasons why I've been quite happy with ATC: (1) The venue: Performances take place at the Tempe Center for the Arts. It's a beautiful theater all-around. The architecture inside and out, how modern and clean it is, the free water you can bring into the theater, how comfortable the theater is itself, the patio with fire pits, and the art that's displayed. They validate your parking if you park in the adjacent parking garage. Coming from a guy who goes to a lot of events, this is one of my favorite venues. (2) The price + the perks: I thought the price for season tickets was fair. As part of being a season holder, you also get some awesome perks like a free buddy pass, 50% off tickets to bring a friend, and more. (3) Customer service: My interactions with them have always been pleasant. If you're unable to make a performance, they will work with you. (4) The shows: I've been impressed with the sets and all of the theatrical elements that are a part of the performance. The acting, overall, has been solid, too. I have three more performances left. I hope next season's line-up is just as interesting!

Blues in the Night @ the Arizona Theatre Company was a FANTASTIC show. The acoustics in the theater…read morewere great as well as the seating, very comfy. The whole theater is wheelchair & handicap accessible.There's a small bar area that has great views & all the staff is professional, friendly & helpful as you navigate your way around the theater.Plenty of parking in the garage a few feet away & make sure you bring your parking ticket inside so you can get a validated stamp. There are lots of shows & concerts through the year so be sure to go online & check it out.This would make a great bday gift, anniversary gift or a great date night.Enjoy & have fun!!!

I just got home from class and felt compelled to share how grateful I am for everything Verve does…read more It's clear how much care, thought, and intention go into the experience. I'm truly enjoying my experience at Verve and left class this week feeling energized and on such a high. I signed up for my first class last summer not quite knowing what to expect, and I've thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated learning from everyone at Verve. It's an incredibly supportive, intentional, and inspiring place to learn. Highly recommend.

I found Verve Studios after my previous acting teacher closed down her studio and I never regretted…read moremy decision to try a class. I've done 3 different classes so far and they were all packed with information, helpful tips, and real world acting advice that is beneficial for both working actors and non-actors. Amanda and her team are very professional, thoughtful, and knowledgable. They create a truly welcoming environment, at the same time giving you an opportunity to challenge yourself. A special thanks to the Improv Instructor Navaris, so is fun, witty, and talented. I had no idea I would learn so much about improv in 6 weeks. Looking forward to my next class!

We learned today that DFT is celebrating their 49th year in the community. And they were just named…read morethe Cave Creek / Carefree non- profit of the year! We've always enjoyed their shows and it's wonderful to see a small company having the success that they have had. Today's show was extremely funny and the cast was great.

I had to leave one star, but it really is zero. My 11 year old granddaughter was removed from a…read moreplay 1 week before curtain call due to a one on one verbal incident with another cast member. They both apologised to each other and to the theatre manager but they were both removed from the play using a "zero tolerance" policy. We were not refunded the $300 entrance fee for her participation (or rather not as it turned out) in the production. This would have been her 5th time being in a play with this theatre. However they did tell her she was welcome to come be in future productions. Highly unlikely and I would keep this kind of intolerance for children in mind before attending anything there.

I run Baba Blast and have filmed many episodes at Arizona Studios over the years. Of course, the…read morefacility is phenomenal - modern, clean, organized, with all the equipment you need. The real magic is with the people - Kevin (both Kevins!) have made me and my team feel so welcome. They have accommodated all of our requests and have turned into not just the people I rent a studio from but partners in making this special content for children all over the world. Super thankful to have found this space and team.

Amazing studio, and the owner is just as awesome! Highly recommend this place. It's magical in its…read moreown essence and the accommodations are exceptional. Loved this spot and hope to be back soon.

I started at level one at this theater, and went as far as I could for a year. Sam is an…read moreincredible instructor and very gifted at Improv. We had seven people in our initial class and every single one of them stayed on for level two, level three, level four and the masters class. This is one of the best things I have ever done because it allowed me to gain confidence whenever I am speaking in front of other people. The only thing I'm bummed about is there's nowhere to go from here. Sign up for this, it could change your life.

What a fun establishment! We came here last night to support one of the improv comedians. It's a…read morevery laidback and fun vibe here! We were seated and three different classes performed over the course of an hour. All of the students did so well! I laughed often and had a great time.

This review is for the back end of the show, the part you don't see…read more I was a pitch-hitter, fill-in for their main performer who left abruptly (and I understand why). I learned 14 micro songs and changed my outfit 6 times for this show, purchased my own microphone and the result was not worth the $150 I was never paid! Larry and Gwen held this show at the beginning of Corona-virus, just as the govt issued warnings of not gathering more than 50 people. Instead of abiding by social distancing they, "added 100 extra seats." I brought up concerns about this show, I was told I would be kept away from crowd (sorry crowd, who cares about you ). The gals I shared the dressing room with were sick from partying in LA and Vegas, one couldn't even make it on stage. Two stars for Larry and his love of music. That's it They had "hand sanitizer" set up for your safety? Look a little closer, it's watered down hand soap! Literally - package said "so and so's Miracle hand soap." Time for this old show to retire.

They just moved their venue so they are working out some bugs but overall it was a lovely evening!!…read moreThe band is awesome! Loved the lady drummer! She needs to sing more! Larry King (not the one you think) was a gem! His rendition of Johnny cash was awesome! Violinist and steel guitar really good! Lots and lots of potential here!! I wish them al the best!! Need to add music by Ray Price, and Glen Campbell

I took dance lessons with this company when I was 11 years old and to this day I have kept the…read moreskills of dancing and learned new information on my culture that I didn't know before and it has benefited me so greatly that I highly highly recommend this company. Thank you for teaching me the skills and knowledge that I know now, I will recommend this company to others who are interested! xoxo

Nice well maintained venue, well organized,courteous ushers,easy access clean restroomsread more

As the self-appointed king of events, I'm back at it with another review of a venue. This time,…read moreSymphony Hall. Located in downtown Phoenix, this venue, you guessed it, houses the Phoenix Symphony. Though that's not all. They also host ballet performances and opera performances, too. I've stopped by three times for matinee performances on Sunday: the Mask of Zorro (opera), a Dia de Los Muertos performance (symphony), and Rick Steves' Europe (symphony). Since this is downtown we're talking, parking isn't easy. You'll either have to park in a garage/surface lot or on the street. I'm morally opposed to paying for parking, but I've had to shell out a couple of dollars to use metered parking ten minutes or so from the venue. Minus the parking difficulties, the rest of the experience is pretty awesome. You go through metal detectors to get in, but the line moves fast. They have complimentary water, which is always a nice touch. There are multiple areas to buy refreshments and snacks (beer, wine, liquor, soft drinks, desserts, coffee, etc.). And most importantly, the theater is beautiful. Pretty much every seat in the house is solid. And the prices tend to be affordable. They also have a nice variety of performances throughout the year. As a lover of the arts, Symphony Hall will continue to be a frequent entertainment option for me. If you've never seen a symphony performance, ballet, or opera, I highly encourage you to give it a try!