Theater by and for youth
Enjoy a "Village of Idiots" without turning on cable news. Travel "Once Upon as Island" without leaving the desert. And ease on down the road with "The Wiz" without all that nasty road rage. It's all...
View ArticleHalloween happenings
For Valley theater companies, there's nothing scarier than empty seats. Why not enjoy someone else's costumes today as you celebrate Halloween? Lynn Trimble offers theater options for various ages --...
View ArticleThe musical “Hair” comes full circle
Caren Lyn Tackett, who plays Sheila in the 2010 national tour of HAIR coming to ASU Gammage Dec 7-12, offers perspectives on parenting, politics and performance art as she chats with Stage Mom Lynn...
View ArticlePeace, love and HAIR
Move over "Phantom." Stage Mom Lynn Trimble has a new favorite musical. It's the perfect blend of entertainment and enlightenment. Who knew such a thing was even possible these days?
View ArticleWinter awakening
Two women sit at their kitchen tables. One enjoys the sunshine while another enjoys the snow. But what do a stage mother and a character actress have to talk about? Plenty.
View ArticleMusings on “Spider-Man”
Stage Mom Lynn Trimble worries that recent mishaps with "Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark" may signal dark days for musical theater -- and offers reflections on the true magic of musical theater, a craft...
View ArticleGifts of art
Lynn Trimble reveals art-related gifts shared with family and friends this holiday season, and suggests ways we can all give back to the arts community in the coming year.
View Article“A Chorus Line” meets college auditions
Lynn Trimble reflects on the classic musical "A Chorus Line," at the Orpheum Theater in downtown Phoenix through Sunday, and shares insights from "A Chorus Line" cast member about her own audition...
View ArticleSpring theater camp alert!
Looking for spring break camps for children and teens? Lynn Trimble shares camps with a theater twist -- and a convenient way to learn about summer camps featuring fun with art, science, nature, sports...
View ArticleDance your pass off
Inspired by Phoenix Theatre's "All You Can Dance" pass, Lynn Trimble goes in search of summer dance options for children and teens (and maybe a few for moms too).
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