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Local ‘young adult’ author dives into e-books BY ANA ANGUIANO
THE ‘WRITE’ STUFF: Gilbert’s Sharon Baum has created and published two young adult novel series that tackle adolescence in sci-fi and paranormal worlds. Submitted photo
Taking her young adult novels into her own hands, a Gilbert author has made a place for herself in the competitive online market of self-published books. Sharon Baum, or S L Baum as her penname reads, loved paranormal books as a child. A fan of Anne Rice and “Star Trek,” she now has two book series of her own. A math teacher with a passion for English, Baum began writing several years ago but her life as a teacher, mother and wife took over and she left her book behind. Once her youngest son entered kindergarten she wrote her first novel, “A Chance for Charity,” in four months. Baum didn’t want to send it to agents or try to appease publishers, so the novel sat in her laptop for a year. When her husband, David, brought home a Kindle she discovered Amazon’s Independent Publishing feature, which allowed her to self-publish. “I found it to be a very self-empowering experience because you were in control of your destiny at that point,” Baum says. “If it was bad, it was your own fault you didn’t get it edited. If the cover was bad, again it was your own fault you didn’t find a good cover creator.” There was a definite learning curve but Baum found other authors and readers on Kindle who were more than willing to give advice and help her edit. Her first book is actually on its third cover due to these revisions but it is also her most popular
novel. Baum’s first book series, “The Immortal Ones,” follows a 17-year-old girl named Charity who is more than mere mortal so her life is constantly in danger. The fourth book in the series, “The Eve of Destruction,” is set to be released this summer. Her new book series, “Lush,” is set in a dystopian society where the government raises children from the ages of 5 to 18. The protagonist is another strong female character named Bluebell. The first novel was released in April; the next book in the series, “Hush,” is expected to launch this October. It might seem odd to release three books in a year but Baum is constantly trying to challenge herself and speed up her writing process. She says some selfpublished authors publish a book every other month to satisfy their impatient readers. “I think now that there are e-readers customers are starting to want their books faster than what they used to. The demand is for writers to come out with more than one book a year, which is very challenging, especially being a mother of three,” she says. Baum is a part of a new market aimed at voracious readers with electronic devices rather than paperback novels in their hands. She is part of a movement online but says she just writes what she would have liked to read when she was younger.
FORTHCOMING NOVEL: The fourth book in the series, “The Eve of Destruction,” is set to be released this summer. Submitted photo
“It’s an escape into another world,” she says. Ana Anguiano is a staff writer who lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at news@santansun.com.
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Raise a toast to ‘Rocky Horror’ Cool arts, cool space “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” the longest-running theatrical release in film history, continues to do the time warp again at the UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle every Saturday night at midnight through July 27. The UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle is located at 16000 Maricopa Rd., Maricopa. A film adaptation from Richard O’Brien’s British musical horror comedy/rock opera, produced by Lou Adler and Michael White, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” features a performance by Tim Curry as a bizarre and self-proclaimed “sweet transvestite from Transsexual, Transylvania,” and Susan Sarandon and Barry Bostwick as Brad and Janet, a couple who find themselves lost on a cold, rainy night. The musical pandemonium begins when the couple takes refuge in the castle of Dr. Frank-NFurter as he is about to reveal his greatest creation, as well as have fun with his reluctant guests. Tickets are $5 and guests are encouraged to bring their own props—rice, toast, small toy water guns and toilet paper—so that they can be part of the “Rocky Horror” tradition. The beloved cult movie musical is presented with full audience participation. “We are very excited to become the new home of the ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ for the Valley,” says Adam Saks, vice president of UltraStar. “I grew up going to the midnight shows and I know how fun it can be and that it is a whole new segment
ALL DRESSED UP: A group of friends attends the opening night of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” at the UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle. Three of them saw the film and had the Rocky Horror “experience” for the first time. Photo courtesy of Midnight Mayhem
of entertainment.” Guests 21 years and older are encouraged to come dressed in costume and are invited upstairs, to the Luxe Lounge pre-party, where they will be serving special drink and food specials for “Rocky Horror” guests, starting at 10 p.m. The film is rated R. The events surrounding this film feature deal with mature subject matter, so they are not recommended for the easily offended or for young children. For more details, visit ultrastarakchin. com.
The monthly Chandler Art Walk, traditionally held outdoors, has adjusted for the summer months and moved inside to make the event an even “cooler” experience. In July and August, the event traditionally held on the sidewalks of Boston Street and San Marcos Place will relocate inside the airconditioned comfort of Gangplank, a collaborative workspace located at 260 S. Arizona Ave., north of Frye Road. The indoor business is expecting to host about 30 artists. Hours remain the same: from 6 to 10 p.m. the third Friday of the month.
In addition to the art, visitors to the Chandler Art Walk will enjoy live music. Past art walks also have included a beer and wine bar, kids’ crafts, special guest artists and scavenger hunts. Artists who are considering taking part in future Chandler Art Walks are encouraged to visit chandlerartwalk. com. There is a $25 application fee and, if accepted, there is no charge for the first month’s booth. New artists must apply at least two weeks prior to their first art walk.
ORGANIC METALWORKS: Chandler Art Walk hosts artists such as Wade Smith of Wade Smith Designs, an Arizona native who has been perfecting his craft of turning metal into art since the early 2000s. He creates uniquely handcrafted and lifelike metal flowers from copper and other metals that capture the organic feel of nature. For more information on Wade Smith Designs, visit wadesmithdesigns. com. Submitted photo
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Outliars hosts Improv Comedy Fest Enjoy great local and national comedians inside air-conditioned clubs for as little as $10 a ticket during the Improv Comedy Festival, presented by the Outliars Comedy Clubs at various locations—including Chandler—Thu., July 11 through Sun., July 14. Frank Caeti from “Mad TV” and Ithamar Enriquez from “Arrested Development,” “The Office” and “The Tonight Show” take the stage 7:30 p.m. Thu., July TOP TALENT: Frank 11 in the Outliars Improv Comedy Caeti from “Mad Club House inside Stand-Up TV” performs July Scottsdale, 6820 E. 5th Ave., 11 at the Outliars Scottsdale. Improv Comedy On Fri. July 12, the Outliars Club House Comedy Club Scottsdale hosts inside Stand-Up a Local Showcase including Scottsdale as part “The Outliars” improv comedy of the Improv troupe. Show times are 7:30 and Comedy Fest. Submitted photo 9:30 p.m., also inside Stand-Up Scottsdale. The Outliars improv troupe takes the stage again 7:30 p.m. Sun. July 14 inside the Outliars Improv Comedy Club at Iguana Mack’s, 1371 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler. The improv troupe will be joined by a special guest. Tickets are $10 for all performances and reservations are required. For reservations, call 480784-7258. For more information, go to outliarscc. com.
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Artists sought for quilt show SanTan Sun area artists are being sought to participate in the exhibit, “Art Quilts XVIII: ARTrageous Art Quilts,” which will open Nov. 1 at the Chandler Center for the Arts (CCA), 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler. Textile artists who can integrate a sense of “artrageousness” into a fabric design are invited to apply for the show. The original works of textile art quilts should step outside of the box in some context, reflecting a twist on the traditional, or an interesting technique that is unique to the artist’s work. Artists are asked to submit their most significant work to this annual juried exhibition by 5 p.m. Fri., Aug. 23. For each $15 fee, artists may submit up to three works on a CD or via email. There is no entry form, but entries must be accompanied by certain information; for more details on how to submit an entry, email vision.gallery@chandleraz.gov.
Productions seek talented youth Does your child love the television show “Glee?” If so, CounterPoint Studio of Music & Performing Arts has just the group for musically inclined boys and girls. The studio, located at 833 N. Cooper Rd. in Gilbert, will hold open auditions for five different youth performing groups on Mon., July 8 and Mon., July 29. Both audition sessions begin at 4 p.m. The youth groups train two to four hours per week and learn proper dance and vocal techniques, including harmonies and blending, while having a great time performing a wide variety of songs. CounterPoint focuses on providing a fun and positive environment while offering professional instruction in voice, dance and instruments. Some of the studio’s performing groups will travel to Nashville, TN in March 2014. There also are plans to perform in the Chandler Ostrich Festival Parade next year, as well as other community showcases. Auditions are free, however, monthly group fees vary depending upon the group. If you can’t make the scheduled dates, other dates and times are available by appointment. For more information, email info@ counterpointmusicarts.com or call the studio at 480321-8810.
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BORN TO PERFORM: Talented children from the SanTan Sun area are invited to audition this month for five youth performing groups at the CounterPoint Studio of Music & Performing Arts in Gilbert. Photo courtesy of CounterPoint Studio
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Summer art walk in Scottsdale
Experience animals at exhibit Every summer, the ASU Art Museum in Tempe invites the community to a giant art party celebrating its summer show. This year, the 14th annual Family Fun Day is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat., July 13. The summer show is “Zoomorphic;” the exhibit continues through Aug. 17. Zoomorphic art is a clever blend of animal forms and human ideas. Animals provoke many feelings in people, from affection and tenderness to outright fear. In this exhibition, artists combine human feelings with animal images to create curious portraits of both—in print, painting and ceramics. Visitors can explore animal images in the hands-on stations in the exhibition spaces, and the museum will have art activities for children and their families, performances, balloon artists, pizza, some surprise visitors and more. Admission is free. The ASU Art Museum is located at 51 E. 10th St. in Tempe, just east of Mill Avenue and south of University. For more information, call 480-965-2787 or go to asuartmuseum.asu.edu.
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LIFE’S A ZOO: “Zoomorphic,” an exhibit at the ASU Art Museum, features art that is a clever blend of animal forms and human ideas, including this piece titled “Turtle” by artist Juane Quick-to-See Smith. It is mixed media on paper. Photo courtesy of the ASU Art Museum
Audition for VYT’s ‘Seussical’
Valley Youth Theatre holds auditions for its fall production of “Seussical the Musical” at 4 p.m. on Mon., July 8 and Tue., July 9 at the theater, 525 N. 1st St., located at the southeast corner of 1st and Fillmore in downtown Phoenix. A recent headshot or snapshot of each child’s face is required, and a resume is requested. Audition forms and instructions are available online at vyt.com/on-stage/auditions. Be prepared to sing a song and bring accompanying music in the form of sheet music or a CD. This musical production will run at the Herberger Theater Center in downtown Phoenix from Sept. 13 through 29. For more information, call 602-253-8188, ext. 4.
Embrace summer nightlife with the 24th annual Summer Spectacular ArtWalk, from 7 to 9 p.m. Thu., July 11, in the Scottsdale Arts District. ArtWalkers can “chill out” as they “ArtWalk the Line” along Main Street and Marshall Way, where dozens of fine art galleries will be busy with artist demonstrations, exhibit openings and special receptions. Among private gallery receptions, Bonner BEACH GIRL: Bonner David David Gallery will feature a special artists’ Gallery’s “Life’s a Beach” reception for “Life’s a Beach,” complete with exhibit, opening July 11 and tropical drinks that complement a selection of continuing through July 25, their artists. features vibrant works of Wilde Meyer Gallery will feature live painting fine art to satisfy your desire and thirst for being seaside. by Andrea Peterson as part of its new exhibition, “The Local Scene.” The gallery’s showcase features Among the works on display is Michael Carson’s “Beach diverse artwork including landscapes, figure paintings and abstracts created by Arizona-based Girl,” 36 x 26, oil on panel. Photo courtesy of Bonner artists. David Gallery Legacy Gallery presents its annual group show, “Legacy of the Southwest.” This long-running exhibition brings together many favorite gallery artists. Calvin Charles Gallery hosts nationally renowned artist, Stephanie Paige, painting live from 5 to 9 p.m. with a special unveiling of her new painting, “Majestic Sun,” at 8 p.m. Cool off at On the Edge Art Gallery as artists perform demonstrations, creating “hot” new summer-themed pieces. Listen to live music and enjoy iced drinks and summer edibles. Mini Styrofoam Coolers, artfully painted by gallery artists, will be given away to the first 20 customers making qualified purchases. Onlookers can meet featured artist Jenny Willigrod. Live music on the streets will create a festive atmosphere with the island sounds of steel drummer Keith Johnson, the keyboard stylings of Grady Soine, the unusual Chinese zither sounds of LauRha Frankfort, the contemporary folkrock of singer-keyboardist Nicki Park and others. The Scottsdale Arts District can be found just west of Scottsdale Road along Main Street and on Marshall Way north of Indian School Road to Fifth Avenue. There’s plenty of nearby free parking, free trolley rides and easy access to local eateries. For more information, visit scottsdalegalleries.com or call
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Local man returns for stand-up night Comedian Randy Kagan returns to his hometown of Scottsdale for a one-night-only performance of his stand-up comedy, 7 p.m. Sun., July 14, at the Comedy Spot Comedy Club, 7117 E. 3rd Ave. in Scottsdale. Tickets are $10. Kagan just got off tour with CBS’ “Late Late Show‘s Craig Ferguson” and is a former writer for the show. Originally from Scottsdale, LOCAL COMIC: Randy Kagan Kagan took his wit and sense of humor to California where he was performs at the Comedy featured on “Punk’d,” “The Dennis Spot Comedy Club July 14. Submitted photo Miller Show,” Comedy Central’s “Live at Gotham” and “The Late Late Show.” He also regularly performed at the Hollywood Improv, and recently headlined Showtime’s “Green Collar Comedy Show” and hosted the not-so-green web series, “Funny By Nature.” Kagan’s short comedy documentary, “Jewphoria,” premiered at the Austin Film Festival in October 2012. He performs across North America and works on his spin-off series, “Randy By Nature.” Kagan’s show is a special engagement for Sunday. The Comedy Spot recently changed its days of operation from Friday through Sunday to the new days of Thursday, Friday and Saturdays. Show times will continue to be 8 and 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and Thursday’s acts will go on at 7 p.m. Other upcoming performers include Freddy Lockhart, July 18 through 20, The Greg Wilson—yes, that’s what he calls himself— July 25 through 27 and Bruce Jingles from Aug. 8 through 10. Visit thecomedyspot.net for more information or to purchase tickets to shows.
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Tour exhibit, perform your impression Creatively interact and respond to a new exhibition about food and grocery shopping using poetry, spoken word and even hip hop, 12 to 5 p.m. Sat., July 29 at the Scottsdale Museum for Contemporary Art (SMoCA), 7373 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale. Take a tour of “Stocked: Contemporary Art from the Grocery Aisles,” which offers a close look at one of the most universal experiences, a task that often is taken for granted. Almost everyone shops for groceries. But we rarely, if at all, stop to examine the vast range of social issues that surround us when we shop. After the 2 p.m. tour, guests are
invited to workshop their ideas and then express themselves on an open mic beginning at 3 p.m. The dynamic group Phonetic Spit will provide musical inspiration for those wanting to rap their opinions. Call 480-874-4642 to preregister; admission is free with preregistration. Space is limited. Visitors who simply wish to watch the open mic performances at 3 p.m. are welcome to RSVP via email at smocarsvp@sccarts.org. “Stocked” continues until Sept. 1; those who bring in a can of food for donation will receive $1 off admission. For more information, call 480-874-4666 or visit smoca. org/calendar/Stocked.
SAY IT LOUD: Phonetic Spit will provide musical inspiration for those wanting to rap their opinions after a special tour of the exhibit, “Stocked,” on Sat., July 29 at the Scottsdale Museum for Contemporary Art. Tour guests are invited to share their impressions in spoken word, poetry, rap and more. Photo courtesy of Phonetic Spit
‘Experience France’ at the MIM Enjoy music, activities and a menu that will capture the spirit of France as the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) in Phoenix hosts “Experience France,” Sat., July 13 and Sun., July 14. All activities are free with museum admission. MIM spotlights the music of France with live performances on both days, including: Phoenix-based French singer-songwriter Cécile Hortensia; ZAZU, an Arizona band that will perform infectious gypsyjazz tunes; and Dr. James Gerber,
music associate for All Saints’ Episcopal Church in Phoenix, who will re-create French masterpieces that span the 16th to 20th centuries on MIM’s Rathke “visible” organ. Guests also are invited to stop by MIM’s “Try It!” station and have their face painted with a custom design. Each day at 2:15 p.m., MIM’s Europe curator, Dr. Kathleen Wiens, will lead guests through the France exhibit and showcase selected
French highlights of the Mechanical Music Gallery. Guests will learn about the music, history and instruments of France, including some fascinating automatons. Café Allegro will serve a variety of French entrées and beverages, including wine specials. The Musical Instrument Museum is located at 4725 E. Mayo Blvd. in Phoenix, at the corner of Tatum and Mayo boulevards, just south of Pima Freeway Loop 101. Visit MIM.org or call 480-478-6000.
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‘The Finding 40 Project’ looks at women turning 40 BY LYNETTE CARRINGTON
Some women dread the big 4-0. But, in reality, it means something different to every woman. Author and photographer Aimee Cebulski set out to discover what the magical age of 40 means to women around the world in the book “The Finding 40 Project”. She traversed the globe to interview friends and also called on strangers to ask them a series of questions pertaining to hopes, dreams and life experiences. Her findings were touching, surprising, sad in some cases, and uplifting. Chandler resident, Traci Orticelli, also took part in the insightful book. The inspiration for the book came a few years ago when Cebulski was traveling with some girlfriends and she was going to be the next one to turn 40. They discussed what they might do for the birthday celebration. Not caring that age 40 was considered a milestone, “I thought it would be much more interesting to see what it meant to other women,” says Cebulski. As a well-traveled woman, she realized how everyone is so different based on where they live. Cebulski traveled and interviewed and photographed women that had just turned, or were on the verge of turning 40. “Each woman gets her own chapter. She has a signature photo…and then four to six pages of text,” Cebulski explains. “I asked all the women the same 25 questions about their life.”
TELLING PROJECT: “The Finding 40 Project” draws on the experiences of women, aged 40 from around the globe. Submitted photo
The author/photographer asked about where they live, schooling, family, regrets, accomplishments, prized possessions and much more. Women interviewed were identified only by first name and hometown in the book as some discussed very sensitive matters. Orticelli, who gave SanTan Sun News her last name, found out about “The Finding 40 Project” through a post on Facebook. “Forty was a significant number in my brain at the time because I was turning 40,” Orticelli recalls.
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The single mother of two is in the military working in knowledge operations. She manages a maintenance group that is responsible for refueling planes. She went to school in Illinois and after four years of college, moved to Arizona and has lived in the Valley since 1997. Orticelli had a specific goal in mind for her 40th year. She wanted to pay off all of her credit card debt. “I got it done the day before I turned 40,” Orticelli notes triumphantly. “…There’s almost no greater feeling than financial independence. I’m finally to a point where I can be throwing money into savings instead of paying off a debt. I’ve learned some hard lessons about how to manage a budget.” She is passing that budget wisdom on to her two children, ages 5 and 8. Orticelli looks optimistically toward the future and doesn’t regret the age of 40. Author/photographer Cebulski learned a few things preparing for “The Finding 40 Project”. She ran a Kickstarter campaign to help raise funds for the book and wound up writing “Kickstarter for Dummies” to share what she learned with others. Both books are available on Amazon.com. Visit finding40.net for additional information.
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Center performances include Newton, Montgomery Tickets are on sale for the 2013-14 performances at the Higley Center for the Performing Arts, which will feature an array of performers including the Celtic band Solas, pop-and-country star Juice Newton, and country musician John Michael Montgomery. Tickets for some of the following shows at the Higley Center for the Performing Arts range from $21 to $45 and can be purchased through a secure link online at higleyarts.org, by calling 480-279-7194, or by visiting the HCPA Box OfďŹ ce at 4132 E. Pecos Road, Gilbert, AZ, 85295. The ofďŹ ce is open during the summer from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday. The 2013-14 lineup: • Sat., Sept. 7, at 2 p.m. and at 7:30 p.m.: Magician Eric Giliam will showcase his award winning magic and illusions in this thrilling, all ages show. • Sat., Sept. 13, at 8 p.m.: Irish band Solas performs a multimedia stage show, The Shamrock City Tour. Join bandleader Seamus Egan as he takes you on the unforgettable journey of his great-great uncle Michael Conway’s life in Ireland and mysterious death in America. • Sat., Oct. 19, at 8 p.m.: Artist Jonathan Edwards performs songs of passion, songs of insight, songs of humor—all
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On stage “Decision Portraits,” through July 26, VG. A new exhibit by multimedia artist Susan Lenz featuring images and messages on uniquely crafted art quilts based on major life-altering decisions made by various people from a wide range of differing and diverse situations and backgrounds. “The Mousetrap,” through July 28, DST. Agatha Christie’s murderous timeless classic unravels the murder of a woman at a large guest house in London, and a trap is set to ensnare the perpetrator while the suspects are snowed in together during their stay. “Hairspray,” through Aug. 24, HCT. Queensized teen Tracy Turnblad, who has all the right moves, turns her passion for dancing into a spot on the local TV dance program. Transformed into an overnight teen celebrity, Tracy teaches 1962 Baltimore a thing or two about integration and fair play. “Alpocalypse,” 7:30 p.m. Sun., July 7, MAC. “Weird Al” Yankovic keeps the crowd roaring with comedic musical parodies, hilarious satire and his iconic sense of weird. “Five Stages,” 12:10 p.m. July 9-18, HTC. Inspired by “live lit” events like public radio’s “This American Life,” Friendly People Productions puts a theatrical spin
on the work of contemporary authors and storytellers. The show features five actresses in solo performances about life’s surprises. Shows are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Film: “Fully Awake: Black Mountain College,” 7 p.m. Thu., July 11, SMoCA-LG. A film to complement SMoCA’s Josef Albers exhibition. This 2008 documentary about the experimental Black Mountain College in North Carolina from 1933 to 1957 demonstrates the progressive pedagogy that influenced many of America’s most important 20th century artists, including Josef Albers. Admission is $7. Doors open at 7 p.m. “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” July 12-Aug.10, DST. When newly engaged Brad and Janet experience a car breakdown and find themselves one stormy night in the home of the transvestite mad scientist Dr. Frank–N-Furter, their traditional worlds are turned upside down in his strange house of Transylvanians. Disney’s “High School Musical,” July 1927, MAC. Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of first love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities. Cool Classics Series: “The Czech Connection,” 7:30 p.m. Sat., July 20, TCA. Arizona Pro Arte Orchestra performs Mozart’s Symphony No. 38, “Prague” and Dvorák’s Symphony No. 7.
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“Afternoon Delight: Now that’s comedy!” 12:10 p.m. July 23-Aug. 1, HTC. Enjoy this existential fight to the finish that pits man against woman against the bleeding heart of drama in three brilliant comic scenes that will help you escape the heat with some thought-provoking laughter and perhaps, if you plan ahead, a delicious sandwich. Shows are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. 20th Anniversary Flute Choir Concert, 7:30 p.m. Thu., July 25, PVCC-CPA. Nancy Sowers will return and be featured in two productions: Mike Garson’s “Fanfare for a New Beginning,” and Vivaldi’s “Concerto for Two Flutes in C Major.” Concluding the concert, previous participants will be invited to join in a final production. Admission is free. Bruno Mars in concert, 7:30 p.m. Wed., July 31, USAC. Mars performs “The Moonshine Jungle World Tour” with special guest Ellie Goulding. The tour comes just as “When I Was Your Man” – the latest single from Mars’ just-released sophomore album, “Unorthodox Jukebox” – has landed in the top 10 on Billboard’s “Hot 100.” Comedian Alonzo Bodden, Aug. 1-4, IMPROV. Introduced to America on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing,” Bodden was runner up on season two and came back to win it all on “Last Comic Standing” season three, “The Best of the Best.” Since then he’s
FUNNY MAN: Comedian Alonzo Bodden, best known for his stints on the reality TV show “Last Comic Standing,” will perform Aug. 1-4 at the Tempe Improv. Photo courtesy of Alonzo Bodden
been a regular on the “Tonight Show with Jay Leno” and a favorite guest on Adam Corolla’s radio show and podcast. ‘Everything You Always Wanted to Know About the Culture Wars (But Were Afraid to Ask),” 12:10 p.m. Aug. 6-15, HTC. Playwright-actor-journalist-professor and hyperbolically hyphenated-American James E. Garcia ponders the question, “Can’t we all just get along?” and more in this fast-paced, farcically surrealistic satire about the rapidly changing makeup of U.S. society. Shows are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. The Monkees in Concert, 8 p.m. Fri., Aug. 9, MAC. Following their sold-out 2012 fall tour, Michael Nesmith, Micky Dolenz and Peter Tork return to the concert stage this summer for a reprise.
Host an Exchange Student Today! (for 3, 5 or 10 months) Make a lifelong friend from abroad.
Victoria from Australia, 17 yrs. Enjoys spending time with her family and younger siblings. Victoria plays volleyball and is excited to learn new sports while in America.
Enrich your family with another culture. Now you can host a high school exchange student (girl or boy) from France, Germany, Scandinavia, Spain, Australia, Japan, Brazil, Italy or other countries. Single parents, as well as couples with or without children, may host. Contact us ASAP for more information or to select your student.
Giorgio from Italy, 16 yrs. Loves to play baseball and spend time with his dogs. Giorgio also plays the guitar, and his dream is to join a drama club at his American high school.
Amy at 1-800-733-2773 (Toll Free) host.asse.com or email info@asse.com Founded in 1976 ASSE International Student Exchange Program is a Public Benefit, Non-Profit Organization. For privacy reasons, photos above are not photos of actual students