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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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The Best Free Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Week

By Cara Pencak and OthersSeptember 16, 2019

Weekly plans, free of charge.

Sunbar, A New Music Venue and Nightspot, Opens This Month in Tempe

Sunbar, A New Music Venue and Nightspot, Opens This Month in Tempe

By Benjamin LeathermanSeptember 6, 2019

The creators of Shady Park and C.A.S.A. are opening a new spot.

The Best Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Weekend

By Cara Pencak and OthersSeptember 6, 2019

Get plans.

The Best Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Week

By Cara Pencak and OthersSeptember 4, 2019

Ready to make some plans?

The Best Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Weekend

By Cara Pencak and OthersAugust 30, 2019

Comedian Mike Epps has added a second show on Sunday night.

Your Guide to Labor Day Weekend 2019 Parties in Phoenix

Your Guide to Labor Day Weekend 2019 Parties in Phoenix

By Benjamin LeathermanAugust 28, 2019

Where to drink, dance, and go hard during LDW 2019.

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The Best Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Week

By Cara Pencak and OthersAugust 28, 2019

Your plans have arrived.

Everyone Belongs Here: An Oral History of Infamous Scottsdale Dance Club The Works

Everyone Belongs Here: An Oral History of Infamous Scottsdale Dance Club The Works

By Benjamin LeathermanAugust 21, 2019

A look back at the infamous and influential Scottsdale nightclub.

Updated: Here’s Every Single Concert Happening at Arizona State Fair 2019

Updated: Here’s Every Single Concert Happening at Arizona State Fair 2019

By Benjamin LeathermanAugust 20, 2019

Including every single act and artist that’s been announced.

UPDATED: BLK Live in Scottsdale Closes Temporarily — Is Noise the Issue?

UPDATED: BLK Live in Scottsdale Closes Temporarily — Is Noise the Issue?

By Benjamin LeathermanAugust 17, 2019

Bad news for fans of the north Scottsdale venue.

The Best Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Weekend

By Cara Pencak and OthersAugust 17, 2019

We’ve planned your weekend.

The Best Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Week

By Cara Pencak and OthersAugust 14, 2019

Fun week ahead.

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Your Guide to Game On Expo 2019: Tickets, Schedule, Guests, and More

Your Guide to Game On Expo 2019: Tickets, Schedule, Guests, and More

By Benjamin LeathermanAugust 9, 2019

It’s all about fun, but this year’s event in downtown Phoenix comes amid Donald Trump and others blaming video games for mass shootings.

Tempe’s BAC Lounge Has Closed – Here’s What We Know

Tempe’s BAC Lounge Has Closed – Here’s What We Know

By Benjamin LeathermanAugust 9, 2019

The BAC Lounge is officially RIP.

The Best Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Weekend

By Cara Pencak and OthersAugust 9, 2019

The weekend has arrived.

David Bowie-Inspired Stardust Pinbar Opens This Weekend — Here’s A Look Inside

David Bowie-Inspired Stardust Pinbar Opens This Weekend — Here’s A Look Inside

By Benjamin LeathermanAugust 8, 2019

You can experience disco fever and pinball fever at this unique joint in downtown Phoenix.

The Best Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Week

The Best Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Week

By Cara Pencak and OthersAugust 7, 2019

Time to make some plans.

Now Open: Ziggy’s Pizza in Downtown Phoenix — Here’s Everything We Know

By Benjamin LeathermanAugust 6, 2019

A David Bowie-inspired slice shop comes to The Van Buren.

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Now Open: Medieval Times in Scottsdale — Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Now Open: Medieval Times in Scottsdale — Here’s Everything You Need to Know

By Benjamin LeathermanAugust 3, 2019

Get ready to party like it’s 1099.

Varsity Tavern in Downtown Tempe Has Re-Opened

Varsity Tavern in Downtown Tempe Has Re-Opened

By Benjamin LeathermanAugust 2, 2019

Looks like the Mill Avenue hotspot is back in business.

WWE <i>Raw</i> Comes to Phoenix in September – Here’s How to Get Tickets Today

WWE Raw Comes to Phoenix in September – Here’s How to Get Tickets Today

By Benjamin LeathermanJuly 31, 2019

Get ready to lay the smackdown on the box office for the best seats to WWE Raw.

The Best Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Weekend

By Cara Pencak and OthersJuly 27, 2019

Your plans have arrived.

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