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Bonnie Eckard, a theater proffesor, sitting on stairs in the gar

Center stage: Bonnie Eckard on diversity in the theater

ASU theater professor Bonnie Eckard encourages students to pursue their own dreams.

By Skylar Mason | February 7, 2016

Dr. Ruth Westheimer poses with Jane Ridley at the signing of her book, "The Doctor Is In."

'Becoming Dr. Ruth' to bring the life of WWII survivor, sex therapist to Herberger stage

"Becoming Dr. Ruth" runs Feb. 10-28 at Herberger Stage West and tells the life story of America's favorite sex therapist and media personality.

By Skylar Mason | February 7, 2016

Still of Gina Rodriguez in Jane the Virgin (2014).

Latinx representation making small, slow steps forward on the silver screen

Latinx representation on television continues to lack nuanced depictions of the diverse breadth of Latinxs in America, but shows like "Jane the Virgin" and "Bordertown" are taking steps forward.

By Celina Jimenez | February 4, 2016

Senior drawing major Ellie Craze poses for a portrait in her studio in the Art building on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016, in Tempe.

Artist Ellie Craze to turn First Friday gallery into a mystic dreamscape

Get lost in ASU art student Ellie Craze's dream world during her solo show at 909 Cooperative.

By Isabella Castillo | February 4, 2016

Must-see exhibits from the ASU Art Museum this spring

As the 2016 season for Tempe ASU Art Museum and ASU Art Museum Brickyard takes off, here are some must-see exhibits to look out for.

By Noelle Lilley | February 4, 2016

Racial commentary will meet artistic expression in poetry reading by Terrance Hayes

Phoenix is hosting one of the great contemporary voices in poetry — Terrance Hayes.

By Carson Abernethy | February 3, 2016

Laughing Stock: A shortlist of venues to see comedy around ASU

Here are three venues to get your fix of laughter.

By Jeff Darge | February 3, 2016

Center stage: David Barker on acting, teaching and the art of being a mime

ASU Professor David Barker talks about his work as a teacher, actor, director, fight choreographer and mime.

By Skylar Mason | February 2, 2016

A guide to creativity and community through the lens of Instagrammer Cheyanne Paredes

Photographer and barista Cheyanne Paredes shares her thoughts and advice on how young, creative Phoenicians can engage in the community that she showcases on her locally known Instagram account.

By Celina Jimenez | February 2, 2016