SPRING 2018 28 | FRONTDOORSMEDIA .COM Spring Arts & Culture Directory THE NASH The Nash, located in the heart of Roosevelt Row in downtown Phoenix, has been named one of the top jazz clubs in the United States. Named for Phoenix native and world-renowned jazz drummer Lewis Nash, the venue showcases top local and national jazz artists each weekend. From Latin, mainstream, Big Band, fusion and alternative to Be-bop, The Nash brings the best of jazz to this intimate venue. Craft beer and wines available for purchase to enjoy while you relax and enjoy the best jazz in Phoenix. thenash.org PHOENIX CENTER FOR THE ARTS Phoenix Center for the Arts, also known as “The Center,” is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, providing the community with opportunities to participate in the visual and performing arts through quality programming, events, and education for youth and adults. In addition to offering more than 700 unique art classes throughout the year in two locations, The Center also boasts several amazing resident arts organizations including Phoenix Children’s Chorus, Radio Phoenix, Cultural Coalition, Rising Youth Theatre, SOUNDS Academy, Emancipation Arts, Aliento, Essential Theatre, Arizona Masters of Poetry, Daring Adventures, Restore Arts, and Voices of the Desert. phoenixcenterforthearts.org ONE STEP BEYOND, INC. The Art Studio at One Step Beyond, Inc. provides people who have intellectual disability the opportunity to discover their own distinctive voice through the practice and creation of art. This program is designed to foster the independent exploration of mediums in a material-rich environment and to open the door to communication with the outside community through exhibitions, galleries and the Internet. Their unique creations can and do inspire changes in attitudes and promote a better understanding of their distinct point of view, appreciation of their artistic talent, and acceptance into the world of art. osbi.org

SPRING 2018 FRONTDOORSMEDIA .COM | 29 Spring Arts & Culture Directory PHOENIX CHORALE The Grammy Award-winning Phoenix Chorale is regarded as one of the finest choral ensembles in North America. The 28-voice chorus has developed this reputation through live performances across the U.S. and in Canada, along with a series of recordings treasured by music lovers and played by radio stations around the world. Join us March 2-4 for the “Nordic Songs” concerts with guest conductor Joshua Habermann, as he leads the Chorale through a journey north inspired by Nordic folklore. The season ends with a musical bouquet with Grammy-winning guest conductor Peter Rutenberg in the “Sing of Spring,” April 27-29. phoenixchorale.org PHOENIX YOUTH SYMPHONY The Phoenix Youth Symphony (PYS) has been expanding horizons through music and developing the next generation of artists and arts patrons since 1952. For the past 64 years, PYS has trained over 15,000 student musicians, awarded over $1 million in student music festival scholarships and performed at over 500 events. With six ensembles, annually serving 300+ students from all parts of the Valley, PYS continues carrying out our mission of providing high-quality musical training, equipping young musicians for future success, right now! We invite you to join us and see for yourself at one of our 2017/18 Season concerts. phoenixyouthsymhpony.org PHOENIX THEATRE The largest producing regional theatre company in the state, Phoenix Theatre offers more programs and experiences than any other. With over 400 performances on multiple stages and thriving education and outreach programs, we inspire more than 100,000 citizens every year. Phoenix Theatre believes the arts are essential because they foster the hero within, create a greater understanding of cultural and political differences, and provide a forum in which the community, from all walks of life, can gather live and in-person. Theatre lives where we wish the whole world lived. By inspiring empathy and the ability to see things from another’s point of view, we encourage qualities that lead to visionary leadership and build communities in which we are proud to work and live. phoenixtheatre.com