Ever since last year’s The Second City Does Arizona, Or, Close But No Saguaro packed its bags and mosied on down the road, fans have been jonzing for another dose of Second City’s acerbic takes on contemporary life in America. Fortunately for us, the troupe has returned to the Herberger Theater Center for Sex and the Second City Version 2.0, which opens Thursday and runs through March 20.
Sex and the Second City Version 2.0 is billed as a “look at the perils of love and relationships in the digital age.” No shortage of materials there, and considering this is the same group that produced some of comedy’s biggest stars of the last quarter century–giants like Bill Murray, Steve Carrell, Tina Fey, and Stephen Colbert–there promises to be a whole lot of LMAO’ing from the crowd.
To purchase tickets for Sex and the Second City Version 2.0 or other Herberger productions enter visit the venue’s web site here.
Rattlers Return
The two-time Arena Football League champion Arizona Rattlers open up their 2011 campaign this Saturday at US Airways Center against the Jacksonville Sharks. If you’ve never attended a Rattlers game you’re missing out on one of the better entertainment values Downtown. The “Snake Pit,” as US Airways Center is affectionately called on game nights, is a mine field for the senses, with body-moving music, dancers, promotions, and non-stop, adrenaline-filled arena football action.
Call the Rattlers at 480-985-3292 for information on full season, partial season and single-game ticket pricing. Or visit the team’s web site here.
Suns In Playoff Push
It’s a big week for the Suns as they try to catch Memphis and New Orleans for one of the Western Conference’s final playoff spots. One of the other teams in that chase, the Houston Rockets, visit US Airways Center tonight and Eastern Conference power Orlando comes calling on Sunday.
Canstruction at CityScape
Downtowner and avid blogger Daisy Anderson sent us this note about Canstruction, happening March 5-12 at CityScape.
Hello to my Downtown urban compatriots! You know how it feels at about 3:00 p.m. when you’re at your desk and your stomach starts to rumble? Of course, you can just go to your favorite desk drawer and dip into a snack stash (Weight Watcher’s bars, Snickers for the “special days,” or “borrow” something from your neighbor’s desk while he or she isn’t looking) to satisfy that urge. Or you can order pizza delivered for the office and be the big hero of the day!
But what about the people that can’t do that because of A. Lack of money; B. Lack of money; or C. you get the point!
Here’s your chance to change that tune and catch a little stardom! Just go to www.phxcanstruction.com and show your talents. A can for mankind with your can-do attitude! Ok, I’m out of bad rhymes, but this is such a great idea and we urban types need to jump on board. What “Can” you do? Make me proud people!
Thanks Daisy!
Come to Heritage Square this Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for one cracking car show. Jaguar, Lotus, Triumph, Jensen, and Rolls Royce–all your favourite new, vintage and restored European autos will be on display.
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Tour the Rosson House, check out works from local artists, and pop in on new Downtown restaurant 
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I know plenty of people who are fascinated by eight-legged critters and will rush over to see the spider exhibit from the ASU Spider Lab. I’ll be avoiding it like the terrified, overgrown child I really am. But, the rest of this event should make for spine-tingling fun, this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
So this Father’s Day, show the old man how much he means to you by taking him out for a good time in Downtown Phoenix. Since men like very few things in this world outside of food and sports let’s stick to those key areas for the purposes of this particular exercise.
Clowning Around Downtown
Monday, June 20th, 2011Downtown Phoenix is the Valley’s headquarters for family fun and this week is no exception. Our events calendar is loaded with urban adventures for all ages. Here are some highlights:
There’s Tabayara, an animal trainer who communicates with animals on a level even greater than Cesar Millan, allowing him to ride wild stallions, make four-ton Asian Elephants do the Waltz, and face a dozen ferocious tigers inside a cage without any fear of being devoured. You’ll also see Ukrainian strongman duo Dmitry Nadolinkskiy and Ruslan Gilmulin, The Fearless Fernandez Brothers, and Human Fuse, Brian Miser.
If you have an irrational fear of clowns be advised that there will be a lot of them running around as well. Small cars, large shoes, the whole bit.
Get Lost at Arizona Science Center
If you’re like many parents, you have no idea how to keep your kids busy during summer break. Thankfully Arizona Science Center has your bailout plan.
* Discovery and Invention Science Camp runs Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is open to ages 6-12.
* Mazes: You Won’t Believe Your Eyes is an interactive lineup of mind-bending adventures including 20 mazes, 3D puzzles and full-body games. The exhibit runs through Sept. 6.
Let the Greater Phoenix Chamber, Downtown Phoenix Partnership and the City of Phoenix Mayor’s office introduce you to the new Westin Phoenix Downtown during Wednesday’s After 5 Mixer. From 5-7 p.m. enjoy appetizers, a cash bar and great networking with fellow Chamber members and guests while getting an inside look at Downtown’s new hotel and its five-star restaurant, Province.
Taste of Barrio Cafe
Award-winning Central Phoenix restaurant Barrio Cafe is captained by chef Julio Mata, who is helping Arizona Latino Arts and Cultural Center host an evening of cooking and tasting at the gallery on Thursday. The event runs 6:30-8 p.m. and is open to the public.
The “MAD TV” alum stops by Downtown’s red-hot comedy club for shows Thursday-Saturday. Before and after the show you can eat and drink at Stand Up Live’s sister club Copper Blues, which features live music, an Aaron May menu, over 60 (!) beers on tap and an expansive deck offering some truly awe-inspiring Downtown views.
Hard Rock Cafe 40th Anniversary Block Party
Help Hard Rock Cafe and 93.3 KDKB celebrate their 40th anniversaries by attending this FREE all-day block party, highlighted by the Hard Rock’s famous memorabilia exhibit and music from Chicks with Picks and Sludge’s Build-A-Band. This family friendly event will feature children’s activities and a beer garden for adults.
Want more? You can download our handy What’s Happening guide each and every Monday.
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