10 Questions With… Shuler Hensley

1. You play the title character in Arizona Theatre Company’s new adaptation of “Scrooge! The Musical.” How is this holiday show different from the classic story? It’s interesting how this particular production came to be. Arizona Theatre Company’s artistic director, Matt August, was working with Leslie Bricusse, the composer for the 1970 Albert Finney film […]

Homegrown: Bubble Hustle

Our “Homegrown” series spotlights the stories behind products created in Arizona. Blowing up the event scene since 2019, Alyssa Quigley and Melissa Marquez are the bestie team known for providing sparkle, sizzle and pop to celebrations across the Valley. The self-proclaimed “balloon boss babes” co-own Bubble Hustle, a customizable balloon and décor styling company taking […]

Homegrown: TreCeuticals

Our “Homegrown” series spotlights the stories behind products created in Arizona. It began in 2019, when a conversation between friends evolved into an idea captured on a cocktail napkin. Since then, it has grown into a company changing the game for skincare. TreCeuticals garners attention in the noisy skincare industry with its medical-grade skincare line […]

Meet Your Maker: Liv Tall

Our “Meet Your Maker” series spotlights the stories behind groundbreaking creators in our community. This installment features Angela Zdrale, the founder of Liv Tall. Standing 6’1”, Liv Tall founder Angela Zdrale has fashion industry experience as impressive as her height. Enjoying all things style since childhood, Zdrale knew a career in fashion and retail was […]

EXCLUSIVE: 6 Best-Selling Authors Share What They’re Reading

The Authors Luncheon, one of the biggest literary events in the nation, raises funds for Arizona kidney programs while celebrating writers past and present. This year’s event will feature six renowned authors: Adriana Trigiani, Grace Lin, Sheila Johnson, Susan Casey, Bonnie Garmus and David Baldacci. We have the exclusive on what books they’re currently reading […]

Meet Your Maker: Jewel Ya

Our “Meet Your Maker” series spotlights the stories behind groundbreaking creators in our community. This installment features Julia Winter, the founder and designer of Jewel Ya. Celebrating 20 years as a local jeweler who wears her heart on her sleeve — necklaces, bracelets, rings and more — Julia Winter is revered in the Valley as […]

Meet Your Maker: Pax Philomena 

Our new “Meet Your Maker” series spotlights the stories behind groundbreaking creators in our community. This installment features local luxury designer Jean Marie Clarke of Pax Philomena. Taught by the best, Phoenix-based fashion designer Jean Marie Clarke learned the art of tailoring and sewing from her mother. At the age of 7, the Pax Philomena […]

Shine On

“Jewelry is like the perfect spice — it complements what’s already there” – Diane von Furstenberg Dating back to approximately 400 B.C., jewelry is embedded in our culture. From the rarest gems to man-made beads, personal symbols have long expressed feelings, status and affiliation like no other wearable design element. Although trends may shift through […]

10 Questions with Dave Koz

1. Your career spans three decades and includes many achievements. Which of those high notes are you most proud of? I feel blessed to have had so many incredible, pinch-me moments in my 30+ year career. There was one moment when I had the chance to introduce the President of the United States to my […]

Arizona is Always a Good Idea

Arizona is remarkable. Teeming with gems from border to border, the 48th state’s landscape and offerings are plentiful — beauty diversity, climate, flora and fauna — it’s all here. With careful planning and an adventurous mindset, day-tripping your way through the dog days of summer could make for an epic bucket list. We pulled together […]