Arts: Feature | Tucson Weekly

Columnar Characters: New book celebrates the symbolism of saguaros in Arizona and beyond

By Jeff Gardner

Jul 22, 2021

Driving into the Southwest from any direction, the first sight of a saguaro cactus waving on the horizon serves as a "welcome" for Arizona residents and tourists alike. But even more than a welcome sign, the saguaro is an icon of the American South, even for those who don't know what the Sonoran Desert is or pronounce saguaro with a hard G...

Columnar Characters: New book celebrates the symbolism of saguaros in Arizona and beyond

Teatro Carmen Rising: At Long Last, the Historic Theater Is Set To Be Restored

By Margaret Regan
Jul 15, 2021
Silver Lining: Reeling from pandemic closures, some arts groups have found new ways to work together

By Margaret Regan
Jul 1, 2021
Stars Once More: Gaslight Theatre, Music Hall return to indoor shows

By Jeff Gardner
Jun 24, 2021
Border Visions: Virtual art exhibit ‘Thirst for Humanity’ raises funds for humanitarian organizations No Más Muertes and Casa Alitas

By Christina Duran
Jun 17, 2021
Female Gaze: This year’s Mujeres, Mujeres, Mujeres exhibit tackles old injustices in a virtual gallery

By Margaret Regan
Jun 3, 2021
Outpouring of Optimism: Local venues scheduling shows and opening their doors

By Margaret Regan
May 20, 2021
Make it sew: MOCA-Tucson features exhibit of reclaimed T-shirts

By Margaret Regan
May 6, 2021
Pandemic puts the squeeze on fashion industry, but local shops remain part of the fabric of the community

By Christina Duran
Apr 29, 2021
Moving Pictures: Etherton shows off decades of photos in two new shows

By Margaret Regan
Apr 22, 2021
See a show: The arts are rebounding in Southern Arizona

By Margaret Regan
Apr 9, 2021
Migrant Caravans: Photos From The New Deal Era Document Desperate Times

By Margaret Regan
Mar 25, 2021
Arts Bloom Again: SAACA’s Spring Art Sale Returns With Reduced Capacity

By Jeff Gardner
Mar 25, 2021
Healthy Support: Local Gallery Owners Win TMA’s 2021 Ambassador Circle Lifetime Achievement Award

By Madison Beal
Mar 18, 2021
Artistic Resistance: Allison Miller, Alfred Quiroz Examine Social Justice Angles In Bernal Gallery Show

By Margaret Regan
Mar 4, 2021
Tucson Meet Yourself Organizer Wins 2021 Shelley Award For Advancing Arizona Art And Culture

By Madison Beal
Mar 4, 2021
American DNA: Tucson Museum of Art Spotlights Willie Bonner During Black History Month

By Jeff Gardner
Feb 25, 2021
Slobby's Sneak Peek: Tucson's Guru of Gaudy Vintage Returns With Resale Footwear Shop On Fourth Avenue

By Austin Counts
Feb 25, 2021
Spring Arts 2021: Spring Rebirth

By Jim Nintzel
Feb 18, 2021
Spring Arts 2021: SAACA Announces Spring Artisan Market Season

Feb 18, 2021
Spring Arts 2021: The Show Must Go On So Local Theater Troupes Get Creative

By Margaret Regan
Feb 18, 2021