The best events this weekend include a festival in downtown Phoenix, a surf fest in Scottsdale and King Lear at the Mesa Arts Center in Mesa.
Saguaro social: Exclusively for subscribers, arts and culture reporter Sofia Krusmark shares her picks for weekend experiences you don't want to miss. New lineups every ThursdayWhat do a Tony-award winning actress playing a famous king, the most colorful festival in the Valley and a 45-year-old skate shop have in common? They're all part of your weekend don't-miss list.
First up, Southwest Shakespeare will feature a casting twist for 'King Lear,' the surf will be up in Scottsdale with a one-of-a-kind sidewalk sale and outdoor event, and last but not least, the Phoenix Pride festival is taking over Steele Indian School Park.Why they're worth your time:"King Lear" is coming to Phoenix with an extraordinary cast.
This will be Beverley's first time on stage in Arizona – but she first took on the role of Lear for Take Wing and Soar Productions at the National Black Theatre in 2009. The show is directed by English director and actress Elizabeth Swain, who is nationally recognized for her prowess in bringing Shakespeare performances to life.Oct. 14 to 29. Tickets start at $55. Mesa Arts Center at the Nesbitt/Elliot Playhouse Theater, 1 E. Main St., Mesa.
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