At some point in time, most little girls are enchanted by ballerinas: the tutus, the toe shoes, the twirls. If those thoughts went through Jami Kozemczak’s mind, they were brief. She wanted to be a marine biologist, although she now admits to being terrified of sharks. A political science degree from Arizona State University would ensure […]

It’s nearly the most wonderful time of the year. In just a couple of months, the Arizona Speaker Series will kick off its fourth season in downtown Phoenix, featuring seven influential people of our time. A diverse collection of eminent leaders, thinkers and innovators will take the stage at Arizona Financial Theatre, providing insight into concepts, topics, personal experiences […]

Arizona PBS and the Heard Museum are collaborating to bring Molly Mabray, the title character from the popular PBS Kids series “Molly of Denali,” to the museum for a free event on Sat., Aug. 27. Taking place from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., the event represents Molly’s first official appearance in Arizona. “At Arizona PBS, we recognize the importance […]

Pictured: Matt Huentelma, Ph.D. MindCrowd, a unique online research project by the Translational Genomics Research Institute aimed at finding the factors that affect the brain’s functioning as we age, has added new tests and smartphone access in its next push toward its goal of one million participants. To help drive participation, an anonymous donor has […]

Photo Credit: The Frida Kahlo Corporation  Get up close and personal with artist Frida Kahlo at the American premiere of “Frida Kahlo, An Immersive Biography,” which debuted in Phoenix on July 13 at the Walter Where?House. The walk-through exhibition features seven interactive spaces that guests can move through to experience the life and work of the iconic 20th […]

A new interactive kiosk at Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, a Smithsonian Affiliate in Scottsdale, is currently hosting “Observing With NASA” (OWN), allowing visitors to get up close and personal with the tools, data and skillsets scientists use to explore the universe. Western Spirit’s hands-on exhibit is the only exhibit of its kind […]

Jami Kozemczak elevated to executive director beginning July 1, 2022 Following a nationwide search, Ballet Arizona is excited to announce its new executive director, Jami Kozemczak, will assume the appointment beginning July 1, 2022. She replaces Samantha Turner, who announced her departure in January and will conclude her tenure on June 30. As director of […]

The School of Ballet Arizona and the Phoenix Youth Symphony Orchestras are continuing their partnership with the performance of The Sleeping Beauty from June 3 through 5 at the Madison Center for the Arts. The production celebrates the accomplishments of both organizations and gives audiences a chance to experience a show by the next generation […]

Musical Instrument Museum welcomes unique instruments from master inlay artists and manufacturers.

Ballet Arizona opens its 2016-17 season with “La Bayadère.”