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Benjamin Leatherman

Benjamin Leatherman is a staff writer for Phoenix New Times where he focuses primarily on arts, culture, music and nightlife. He joined New Times in 2003. Prior to that, he contributed to magazines such as Tips & Tricks and The Wrestler. Benjamin has earned multiple awards from the Arizona Press Club including an award for sports enterprise reporting in 2009 and an award for statewide arts reporting in 2014. He holds a bachelor’s of arts in journalism from Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

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Drive-In Concerts Are Becoming a Thing in Metro Phoenix

Drive-In Concerts Are Becoming a Thing in Metro Phoenix

By Benjamin LeathermanMay 22, 2020

Live music and festivals are returning to the Valley, but with a twist.

The 20 Best Costumes We Saw at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2019

The 20 Best Costumes We Saw at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2019

By Benjamin LeathermanMay 22, 2020

Meet the people who are behind the finest cosplays.

Here’s How to See Comet SWAN Over Arizona

Here’s How to See Comet SWAN Over Arizona

By Benjamin LeathermanMay 20, 2020

Spoiler: It’s going to take some hunting and a good pair of binoculars.

Steel Horse Saloon Is in Danger of Closing at the End of the Month

Steel Horse Saloon Is in Danger of Closing at the End of the Month

By Benjamin LeathermanMay 15, 2020

The Valley biker bar and rock venue might end up crashing and burning by month’s end unless it raises enough money to survive.

Lemoncade in Glendale Has Closed

Lemoncade in Glendale Has Closed

By Benjamin LeathermanMay 14, 2020

The plug’s been pulled on the colorful west Valley arcade and cultural hub.

Golfland Sunsplash’s Water Slides Reopen Friday. Here Are the Details.

Golfland Sunsplash’s Water Slides Reopen Friday. Here Are the Details.

By Benjamin LeathermanMay 7, 2020

Just don’t expect to take a dip in the wave pool.

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A large full moon rises over the Grand Canyon.

How to See the Last Supermoon of the Year Over Arizona Tonight

By Benjamin LeathermanMay 6, 2020

The good news is you’ll have two chances to see it.

Mezcal Carreño Is Hosting a Virtual Cinco de Mayo Party Tonight

Mezcal Carreño Is Hosting a Virtual Cinco de Mayo Party Tonight

By Benjamin LeathermanMay 5, 2020

It’s gonna feature lotería, live entertainment, and plenty of food and libations from local spots.

The Lost Leaf Is Selling All Its Beer and Wine This Weekend

By Benjamin LeathermanMay 2, 2020

It’ll help the Roosevelt Row beer and wine bar save $1,500 in utility bills.

Everything You Need to Know About the <i>Jeopardy!</i> Anytime Test

Everything You Need to Know About the Jeopardy! Anytime Test

By Benjamin LeathermanApril 27, 2020

The lowdown on how to get on America’s favorite quiz show.

Valley Strippers Are Offering Virtual Parties During the Pandemic

Valley Strippers Are Offering Virtual Parties During the Pandemic

By Benjamin LeathermanApril 22, 2020

And you don’t need to buy any watered-down drinks.

The 30th Anniversary: How Phoenix Played a Role in <i>Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure</i>

The 30th Anniversary: How Phoenix Played a Role in Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure

By Benjamin LeathermanApril 14, 2020

Taking a most excellent look back through time and looking back at the metro Phoenix locales used in the filming of Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure, which celebrates its 30th anniversary on February 17.

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The 14 Biggest Rock Stars Who Live in Arizona

The 14 Biggest Rock Stars Who Live in Arizona

By Benjamin LeathermanApril 8, 2020

Here’s a rundown of the biggest music icons that call our state home.

How to See the Biggest Supermoon of the Year Over Arizona Tonight

How to See the Biggest Supermoon of the Year Over Arizona Tonight

By Benjamin LeathermanApril 7, 2020

You don’t need to leave your yard to see it.

Updated: Phoenix Lights 2020 Has Been Postponed Until the Fall

Updated: Phoenix Lights 2020 Has Been Postponed Until the Fall

By Benjamin LeathermanApril 3, 2020

And it will have a majority of its original lineup intact.

Quarantending — Bartenders Share Recipes via Valley Woman’s Instagram

By Benjamin LeathermanApril 1, 2020

If you can’t get to the bar for a drink, bartenders will bring their best drinks to you.

West Wind Glendale 9 Drive-In Theater Is Still Showing Movies

West Wind Glendale 9 Drive-In Theater Is Still Showing Movies

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 31, 2020

You won’t be able to leave your car, though.

Phoenix Fan Fusion Has Been Postponed Until the Fall

Phoenix Fan Fusion Has Been Postponed Until the Fall

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 25, 2020

Geeks of the Valley will have a few more months to work on their costumes.

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This Is Bad for Everyone: How the Coronavirus Devastated the Phoenix Concert Scene

This Is Bad for Everyone: How the Coronavirus Devastated the Phoenix Concert Scene

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 23, 2020

“It’s affected every part of the industry. Nobody’s been spared.”

Country Thunder Arizona 2020 Finally Has Been Postponed Until the Fall

Country Thunder Arizona 2020 Finally Has Been Postponed Until the Fall

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 20, 2020

Country Thunder is ambling over to the fall, y’all.

ZapCon 2020 in Mesa Has Been Canceled

ZapCon 2020 in Mesa Has Been Canceled

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 17, 2020

Game over, man, game over.

The Rebel Lounge Is Closing Until the End of March

The Rebel Lounge Is Closing Until the End of March

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 16, 2020

The music venue will remain dark until early April, maybe even longer.

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