Past Events

A true coming of age story, WHEN WE WERE GIRLS, provides a peek into life through the feminine lens and celebrates the thoughts, ideas, feelings, and experiences which are so unique to girlhood and being a woman.

Reinterpreting depictions of female robots in Science Fiction films, ROBOTICA is an evening-length dance project confronting the influence of predatory masculinity over effeminate bodies. Tread through the testing facilities where the fembots dwell. Experience an array of lights, props, and sound design, developing the realms in which these vessels operate.

Join us for an unforgettable screening of "Out There: A National Parks Story", the award-winning documentary following two childhood friends on a 10,000-mile journey through America’s national parks – uncovering stories of connection, healing, and belonging.

Go on a cultural adventure right in the heart of downtown Phoenix at Global Grooves! We invite you on a journey of music and dance- enjoy a vibrant tapestry of sights and sounds with lively and colorful performances. Join us for an uplifting and entertaining celebration of the universal language of music and dance!

NOTED, the Speaker's Day on Set, is a filming experience designed to capture all of the necessary ingredients for a high-quality speaker reel. From content preparation to on-site, on-camera coaching, our mission is to produce a video that represents the magic of your message, presence, and impact.

Step into a night of literary horror as you explore the dark worlds of Edgar Allan Poe once more. Prepare for an immersive experience that will transport you into the chilling tales of The Cask of Amontillado, Annabel Lee, The Pit and the Pendulum, and The Fall of the House of Usher. As you delve into these chilling tales, savor four expertly crafted cocktails, each paired to enhance the haunting atmosphere of the story it accompanies.

Join us for the premiere of "Fashioners" - a night of food, drinks, and a community celebration of local storytelling!

Save the date! Join us on September 8th at 2pm for the Phoenix Festival of the Arts Community Session 2: Preview and Input. Get a first look at the proposed vendor list and entertainment lineup. This is your chance to offer input and help us fine-tune the festival experience.

Come celebrate First Friday at Phoenix Center for the Arts! Experience “Troubling 366” by origami artist Chuck Via, an exhibit by Nick Gutierrez, Community Comics with Damon Begay, and delicious bites from Cactus Cakes. A night of art, community, and creativity you won’t want to miss!

Season Two! Seven storytellers share their most fantastic, bawdy, no holds barred, R-rated stories. Come see us at our new residency.