Author: Deona Smith

Deona Smith


The Second City Yucks up Arizona

April 26, 2010 | By

Renowned comedy troupe The Second City presents an Arizona-themed live show at the Herberger Theater April 29-May 16.

Letting Out the ‘Secret’ at the Actors Theatre

March 12, 2010 | By

‘Secret Order,’ now playing at the Actors Theatre, guides the audience through the journey of a young scientist and his new discovery.

A Musical About a Musical

February 26, 2010 | By

[title of show] is a musical about a musical that is playing at the Herberger Theater through March 7.

The Sheriff Joe Saga Invades Downtown Theater

December 9, 2009 | By

With a play titled “American Pastorela: The Saga of Sheriff Joe,” I knew I’d be in for some good, controversial fun.

Great Arizona Puppet Theater Presents ‘The Raw Turkey Puppet Slam’

November 12, 2009 | By

It isn’t very often that great puppeteers get together and do a puppet show for the 18+ crowd, so when it does happen, it is a must-see.

Exploring Outside of Arizona’s Ultimate Women’s Expo

October 14, 2009 | By

Please allow DPJ to be your guide to the Downtown Phoenix area during Arizona’s Ultimate Women’s Expo.

‘When in AZ’ Sweats All Over the Rhythm Room

September 15, 2009 | By

The scene from last week’s When in AZ compilation release show at the Rhythm Room was sweaty, full of cheap beer and sometimes oddly confusing.

‘When in AZ’ Monthlong Celebration is Off and Rockin’

September 9, 2009 | By

The ‘When in AZ’ shows kicked off with a bang this past weekend, supporting both the arts and local charities.

‘When in AZ’ Will Open Your Ears to New Tunes

September 4, 2009 | By

What happens when you pair local bands and musicians together to pay homage to each other? Valley resident Nick Kizer asked the same question, and created the “When in AZ” music compilation as the answer.