December marks a fresh new start for a historic brick building that has served as the hub of community theater in Prescott for 55 years on the corner of Willis and Marina streets downtown. The story of the building begins in 1895 when its construction was completed and it opened its doors as the Sacred Heart Church in the center of the Catholic community in Prescott. The story continues in 1967, when the church building was purchased by Norma Hazeltine, a charter member of the Prescott Fine … [Read more...] about New Start for Old Theater
Prescott Center for the Arts
Called to the Stage
Stage actress Robyn Allen has spent more than 30 years in the entertainment industry, but says she had to overcome her shyness to perform. “I was always very shy,” she said, “but if I had written a poem, I would just stand up and recite it in front of my relatives. I think that’s how they tricked me into auditioning for plays in school.” Soon she found her own trick, which was to become completely immersed in the character and stay focused. Allen shared her story with more than 100 … [Read more...] about Called to the Stage
