It’s finally here! We’re incredibly thankful for the leaders of @balletAZ, @azopera, and @phxtheatreco for joining us on a special Thanksgiving episode of Spotlight. Join us for the laughs, verbal jabs, and insight into how they’ve adjusted during the pandemic and what the future holds for these three world class arts organizations. Stay tuned for part 2! Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
0:00 Show Intro
0:32 Leaders of Arizona’s world class arts organizations.
1:02 Reaction to COVID-19.
3:33 Planning for the future.
4:52 Giving thanks during these unique times.
7:33 Friends or foes?
9:37 Why are the arts important to our communities?
12:33 Differences in personalities and approach.
15:20 What is Ballet Arizona doing?
21:00 Arizona Opera’s livestreams and feature film.
24:05 The Phoenix Theatre Company’s outdoor stage and upcoming season.
25:56 Going beyond Arizona and becoming global.
27:53 Outro