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Arizona Broadway Theatre Presents Disaster! The Musical – A Hilarious Journey Through the 70s
[Peoria, AZ, July 26, 2023] – Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) is thrilled to announce its latest production, Disaster! The Musical, a side-splitting comedy that will take audiences on a groovy journey back to the 1970s. Running from August 18 to September 15, this sensational musical promises an evening of laughter and music.
PEORIA, Arizona, July 1 — Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) is proud to announce its monumental achievement of receiving Phoenix Magazine’s Best of the Valley award for Best Live Performance Theater. This recognition marks a significant triumph for ABT as it surpasses ASU Gammage’s winning streak after several years, solidifying its status as a leading venue for unforgettable theatrical experiences in Arizona.
PEORIA, Arizona, June 15 — Arizona Broadway Theatre’s (ABT) production of The Wizard of Oz comes to life with a state-of-the-art LED wall provided by Absen, the world’s leading LED display brand, renowned for its high-quality products and global presence. Stunning larger-than-life images transfer you over the rainbow to the Land of Oz for a magical experience unlike any other, beginning this Friday, June 16 through July 23.
PEORIA, Arizona, June 5, 2023 — A real life Toto will be starring in The Wizard of Oz from June 16 – July 23. Tally is an 11-year-old mixed breed dog with a history of performing on stage, his debut being a high school production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night. Now, Tally is in his first professional role at Arizona Broadway Theatre as Dorothy’s famed sidekick, Toto.
PEORIA, Arizona, May — Local actress Jasmine Bassham is back at Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) to star as Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz. She was previously in the ABT productions of The Addam’s Family as Wednesday Addams and Mamma Mia! as part of the ensemble and the understudy for Sophie.
Over 30 local children ages 8–12 performing in ABT’s professional production of The Wizard of Oz this summer PEORIA, Arizona,…
Hilarity and hijinks unfold on stage in this musical based off the MGM film PEORIA, Arizona, April 19 — Beginning…
PEORIA, Arizona, April 3 — As this year’s Arizona Gives Day commences, Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) is preparing a week full of special events and performances for the West Valley arts community. Tonight will kick off the period of giving with an evening livestream performance from ABT’s HyRev teen troupe …
PEORIA, Arizona, March 30 — The wardrobe for Arizona Broadway Theatre’s (ABT) Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville got a personal touch, as the costume department called on assistant stage manager, Karissa Noonan, to put her tie dye skills to work. Aside from putting in countless hours as ABT’s assistant stage manager, Karissa runs her own small business, “Peace, Love, Tie Dye”, where she sells her colorful creations.
ABT’s Costume Director, Dr. Heather Striebel, approached Karissa and asked her to craft tropical designs that reflect the traits and characteristics of each Escape to Margaritaville character. The product of this partnership can be seen in Tammy’s bathing suit cover-up, JD’s t-shirts, Jamal’s shirts, and other ensemble costumes.
The highly anticipated Broadway musical, Jimmy’s Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville opened last Friday at Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) with a nearly sold-out performance. ABT is the first professional theatre in Arizona to produce and premiere this Broadway musical. Jimmy Buffett himself posted his delight and excitement last Thursday on social media.
Audiences are swarming to this hilarious and heartwarming musical with the most unforgettable songs from one of music’s greatest storytellers. The musical comedy getaway features both original songs and some of the most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Fins,” ”It’s 5 o’clock somewhere,” “Volcano,” “Cheeseburger in Paradise” and many more.