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Magic before dark: Tucson's ‘Stars of Magic’ adds matinee

Cathalena E. Burch

For the first time in its 38 years, “Stars of Magic” is adding a matinee performance of its annual magic showcase.

New Tucson breakfast menus include a Nacho Libre-inspired one

Jamie Donnelly

1989 Bake House’s new specialty menu in August gives you all the eagle powers and nutrients you need to take down any luchador.

This Is Date Night: Plan a picture-perfect date around Tucson

Isabella Barrón Arizona Daily Star

Somehow, I have the fewest photos with the people I’m closest to. It usually doesn’t occur to me until a birthday rolls around, and I’m digging through my camera roll, trying to find something other than an old selfie or a blurry group photo.

Hiccups highlight ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ opening night in Tucson

Cathalena E. Burch

Broadway In Tucson opened its five day run of the Alicia Keys musical “Hell’s Kitchen” on Tuesday night and for the first time in recent memory — or possibly the first time ever — the play ground to an abrupt halt.

Tucson musicians to bring ‘The Last Waltz’ to life

Cathalena E. Burch

When The Band ended their career in 1976, they staged a farewell concert called The Last Waltz featuring legendary guests including Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, and Joni Mitchell, creating a historic event widely considered unmatched in rock history.

Tucson chefs to turn desert’s bounty into special dinner

Cathalena E. Burch

Some of Tucson’s most celebrated chefs, including a 2026 James Beard Award semifinalist, a two-time Tucson Iron Chef and chef ambassadors with the Tucson City of Gastronomy, will turn to the desert as their pantry for the second annual Desert Magic at Tohono Chul Park on Aug. 29.

$25 Challenge: Affordable finds at Tucson's El Be Goods Boutique

Isabella Barrón Arizona Daily Star

When I think of boutique shopping, I don't usually think of bargain hunting.

Delta bluesman Benoit brings latest tour to Fox Tucson

It’s not likely that Tab Benoit will have a big rig when he pulls his “Soul of the Swamp” Tour into Fox Tucson Theatre Friday, Aug. 21.

This Tucson couple is spreading joy one breakfast poblano at a time

Julio and Jael Garcia are morning people.

Tucson early music presenter names new executive director

Arizona Early Music tapped a veteran arts leader to be its next executive director.

Tucson arts organizations, send us your fall schedules

We’re reaching out to Tucson arts organizations to send us your upcoming fall seasons. We’re planning to publish our annual fall arts preview on Sept. 10, which means we need your submissions no later than Aug. 25.