Arts

Exhibit telling story of local internment camp on display at Chandler Museum

By SanTan Sun News Staff   There’s still time to see an exhibit at the Chandler Museum chronicling internment camps in the Valley. “Un-American: Japanese Internment in our Backyard” will be on display through July 1 at...

Local teen earns national art award

By SanTan Sun News STAFF A Chandler teenager is getting national recognition for her artistic ability. Cassidy Potts, 17, who was a senior at Hamilton High School at the time, received the American Visions Award, presented by...

Eccentric movie character actor Crispin Glover coming to Chandler

By SanTan Sun News Crispin Glover, known for his roles in the “Back to the Future” and “Charlie’s Angels” films will screen two of his own films, at 7:45 p.m. June 23 and 7 p.m. June 24, at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema,...

Classic films return to the big screen at Harkins Theatres

By SanTan Sun News Staff Harkins Theatres is presenting Ultimate Classics, with special presentations of classic films, 7 p.m. every Tuesday in June for only $5. Films include “Reality Bites,” “E.T. The...

Public art in Chandler is now this Bugg’s life

When he joined the organization earlier this year, Chandler visual arts coordinator Peter Bugg initially thought his new job might be too good to be true. “Everyone was so welcoming and enthusiastic about working for the city,...

Public works of art and galleries enhance Chandler’s culture

Chandler’s downtown continues to evolve with an eclectic mix of old and new businesses and restaurants calling it home and attracting visitors from all over the Valley. Wherever you find a vibrant, thriving downtown, you also...

East Valley Children’s Theatre performing classic “Wizard of Oz” tale

By SanTan Sun News Staff   The East Valley Children’s Theatre is capping off its 20th anniversary season with a production of “OZ!”, the timeless “Wizard of Oz” tale. The show will run June 15-25 at the Mesa Arts...

Chandler Center for the Arts to offer shows year-round

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski   In Michelle Mac Lennan’s 18 years at the Chandler Center for the Arts, she has worked tirelessly to provide the best programming possible. Now, to broaden and deepen her audiences, Mac...

Vintage market will offer shabby chic art, furniture, jewelry

By Colleen Sparks If shabby chic is your style when it comes to art, furniture and jewelry, the Front Porch Pickins Vintage & Handmade Market might be your cup of tea. The market will include “rusty retro” and many...

Downtown Chandler goes Cajun and gets musical for Abita Brewing event

By Steve Solomon Don parade attire and get a taste of the Big Easy at the Great Southwest Cajun Fest in Chandler on Saturday, April 22nd. Showcasing the heart and soul of New Orleans, paired of course with Arizona fusion and...