Formed in 2006 by Shawna Franks, Space 55 Theatre Ensemble is dedicated to developing new, under-represented and innovative theatre, and presenting it at an affordable price in a relaxed, casual environment. Space 55 is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in downtown Phoenix. Exposing audiences to the cutting edge of live theatre, Space 55 has quickly established itself as a vital force in the Phoenix arts scene. In addition to its own original productions, the Space 55 performance venue hosts a wide variety of live entertainment by diverse performers, including improvisational comedy...

Now & Then Creative Company focuses on the "now"—new plays and play development, while also producing the "then"—classic pieces that speak to the present. The company—in residence at Metropolitan Arts Institute—creates high quality, thoughtful, and affordable productions that value artistic risks.

BLK BOX PHX, a non-profit Valley theater, produces shows and events of cultural significance that are fun, interactive ways to learn about the artistic, social, and political forces that shape the creation of the arts. Devoted to showcasing a diversity of work and talents.

Our Mission Arizona Opera elevates the transformative power of storytelling through music—cultivating community and strengthening a state and people as adventurous and diverse as the place they call home.

The Phoenix Theatre Company is a LOA LORT D theatre. as well as the largest professional regional theatre in Arizona.

When Franc Gaxiola founded the B3 company, it was called Bare Black Box Productions, and was designed to do edgy, provocative theater on little to no budget. When we changed from B3 Productions to B3 Theater, we hoped to embrace production elements that were missing from the original set of shows. Franc was looking for a way to get back to the roots of theater – ‘an actor and a stage’, to paraphrase Peter Brook. Now that we are in the company’s fourth year, we are proud to adopt a new ideal with our “Three B’s:” Be Bold. Be Brazen. Be Brilliant. We strive to be bold by taking risks with...

Aside Theatre Company, the Home of the Valley's Variety, is a Minimalist, Fringe, Phoenix, AZ-based, Film and Theatre Production Company that seeks to provide unique and rewarding opportunities for art and artists that culminates in regularly remarkable, transformative and paradigm challenging experiences for the community at large.

The Black Theatre Troupe, Inc. has been providing training, employment and performance opportunities for multi-ethnic and under-served artists since 1970 and acts to make significant contributions toward fostering the arts, specifically theater, within the State of Arizona. It operates to enhance the cultural and artistic awareness of the community by providing productions that illuminate the African-American experience and culture. It is our purpose and mission to educate, enlighten, and entertain a diverse, multi-cultural audience by using local, regional and national talent with the...

Accepted plays will be published in a collection of shorts by the theatre and sold beginning on the show dates.

Through the production of professional quality shows, and the operation of high quality classes and workshops, the Brelby Theatre Company works to become the epicenter of theatre in the West Valley arts community, and a valuable member of the arts in Arizona.

Tempe Center for the Arts is a publicly owned performing and visual arts center in Tempe, Arizona. It opened in September 2007 and houses a 600 - seat proscenium theater, a 200 - seat studio theater and a 3,500 square-foot gallery. Tempe Center for the Arts presents and produces compelling, provocative and inspiring programs to promote meaningful engagement with the most relevant performance arts being made today.