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Robrt L. Pela

Robrt L. Pela is a former contributor to Phoenix New Times.

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<i>More of the Monkees</i> Goes Ape With 79 Bonus Cuts

More of the Monkees Goes Ape With 79 Bonus Cuts

By Robrt L. PelaMay 31, 2018

Reissue of Monkees’ sophomore release goes too far with 79 bonus tracks.

Neat Performances Buoy <i>Silence! The Musical</i> at Stray Cat

Neat Performances Buoy Silence! The Musical at Stray Cat

By Robrt L. PelaMay 16, 2018

Hannibal Lecter, Clarice Starling, and Buffalo Bill deliver droll comedy in musical version of Silence of the Lambs.

<i>Wallace and Ladmo </i>Fan Club President Jailed; Court Case Monday

Wallace and Ladmo Fan Club President Jailed; Court Case Monday

By Robrt L. PelaMay 4, 2018

“I’m not needling him because I don’t like him. I’m doing it because he’s trying to take control of all the Wallace and Ladmo stuff.”

Preservationist Confusion and Skepticism Swirl Amid Historic Building Sales on Grand Avenue

Preservationist Confusion and Skepticism Swirl Amid Historic Building Sales on Grand Avenue

By Robrt L. PelaApril 25, 2018

The Paper Heart and Tuft & Needle’s headquarters recently changed hands.

On 40 Years of Listening to Linda Ronstadt

On 40 Years of Listening to Linda Ronstadt

By Robrt L. PelaApril 24, 2018

And where to start in her catalog.

Nearly Naked Theatre Returns with <i>The Underpants Godot</i>

Nearly Naked Theatre Returns with The Underpants Godot

By Robrt L. PelaApril 14, 2018

A welcome return from an old theatrical friend.

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#WhatNow: A Conspicuous Consumer of Culture Grapples With #MeToo

#WhatNow: A Conspicuous Consumer of Culture Grapples With #MeToo

By Robrt L. PelaMarch 8, 2018

How do we view Paolo Soleri’s work, in the aftermath of his daughter’s allegations of sexual abuse?

Karla Bonoff on What Making Music Is Really About

Karla Bonoff on What Making Music Is Really About

By Robrt L. PelaMarch 7, 2018

Catching up with the musician before she visits the MIM.

<i>A Public Reading</i> Is a Startling Homage to Walt Disney’s Ego

A Public Reading Is a Startling Homage to Walt Disney’s Ego

By Robrt L. PelaMarch 3, 2018

Presented by iTheatre Collaborative through March 10.

Remembering Phoenix Actor Richard Glover

Remembering Phoenix Actor Richard Glover

By Robrt L. PelaFebruary 21, 2018

He was that rarest of things: a respected local stage, film, and TV actor whose name and performances people remember decades later.

<i>Hand to God</i> Brings Blasphemous Black Comedy to Phoenix Theatre

Hand to God Brings Blasphemous Black Comedy to Phoenix Theatre

By Robrt L. PelaFebruary 13, 2018

Robert Askin’s comic gem continues Phoenix Theatre’s savvy courting of younger, hipper audiences.

Remembering Phoenix Theater Writer Kyle Lawson

Remembering Phoenix Theater Writer Kyle Lawson

By Robrt L. PelaFebruary 2, 2018

“The theater community loved Kyle, and will no doubt be lining up for weeks to pay tribute to his large heart.”

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<i>The Best Man</i> Offers Laughter in the Face of Danger

The Best Man Offers Laughter in the Face of Danger

By Robrt L. PelaJanuary 20, 2018

But it’s less relevant than entertaining.

There’s Nowhere to Eat in This Town

By Robrt L. PelaJanuary 13, 2018

Corporate is winning the battle against independent at 44th and Indian School.

Say Goodbye to Zinnias at Melrose

Say Goodbye to Zinnias at Melrose

By Robrt L. PelaJanuary 11, 2018

Here’s what we know.

The Case for Warm-Weather Holiday Music

The Case for Warm-Weather Holiday Music

By Robrt L. PelaDecember 21, 2017

Beyond “White Christmas,” that is.

Katie McFadzen Shines in <i>A Christmas Carol</i> — Because of Course

Katie McFadzen Shines in A Christmas Carol — Because of Course

By Robrt L. PelaDecember 12, 2017

Now on stage at Tempe Center for the Arts.

How The Van Buren Became a Precedent-Setting Example of Phoenix Preservation

How The Van Buren Became a Precedent-Setting Example of Phoenix Preservation

By Robrt L. PelaNovember 29, 2017

Here’s what happened — and why it’s a big deal.

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Remembering David Cassidy and a Moment in Time

Remembering David Cassidy and a Moment in Time

By Robrt L. PelaNovember 27, 2017

With Tiger Beat editor Ann Moses.

Is IKEA Trying to Take Over the Universe?

Is IKEA Trying to Take Over the Universe?

By Robrt L. PelaNovember 20, 2017

Or is it just the interior aesthetic of the American Southwest?

My Date With the Tamale Lady

By Robrt L. PelaNovember 13, 2017

Traveling door to door with a tamalero

Governor Ducey Loved New Times Deregulation Headline Until Somebody Read Story

By Robrt L. PelaNovember 10, 2017

Governor tweeted: “GREAT headline … about Arizona’s efforts to grow our economy and create jobs!” Maybe you should read the story.

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