Phoenix Theatre

Phoenix Theatre is a nonprofit organization doing business in the Greater Phoenix area. I posed ten questions to a representative of Phoenix Theatre in an effort to familiarize Phoenix area residents with the organization. Here are the responses I received.

What is the name of the organization?

Phoenix Theatre

How long has the organization been operating in the Phoenix area?

Since 1920

Does the organization serve a particular geographic area?

All of Arizona

Who is most likely to benefit from services provided by the organization?

Those seeking great entertainment and professional theater.

Are there requirements or prerequisites for people to access your services?

No.

Three things about Phoenix Theatre that people might not know.

1. Phoenix Theatre is Arizona’s longest running arts organization.
2. Steven Spielberg premiered his first film “Firelight” at Phoenix Theatre, which went on to become the feature film, “Close Encounters of the Third Kind.”
3. Phoenix Theatre has produced over 1,000 productions since its start in 1920.

What is the local address?

100 E. McDowell Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Located at Central and McDowell Rd. with free parking.

What is the local phone number?

602-254-2151 (Box office) 602-258-1974 (Admin)

What is the URL of the local web site?

www.phoenixtheatre.com

Any other comments?

Phoenix Theatre: An Overview
Phoenix Theatre, founded in 1920 as Phoenix Little Theatre, is the longest running arts institution in the State of Arizona and one of the oldest continuously operating arts organizations in the country. As an integral part of Arizona’s cultural landscape, providing entertainment and education opportunities to millions of residents, Phoenix Theatre is the only professional theatre in the Valley that provides programming that spans all generations.

Its major programs are:

• Mainstage (professional theatre for adult audiences)
• Cookie Company (theatre for youth and families)
• PT Connections: Education & Outreach (offering programming developed with or for other organizations and generally presented off-site)
• Phoenix Theatre Academy (offering programming and training designed by our education staff and generally presented on-site)
• New Works Festival (offering staged readings of new works and workshops in performance and playwriting)

Our Mission:
Phoenix Theatre breathes life into stories to serve a growing, diverse and increasingly urban community. Through a range of professional theatrical experiences, we articulate messages to our community in vibrant fashion, igniting the imagination of audience and artist and instilling knowledge and skill in students.

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