Tucson Weekly

The Tucson Weekly is a unique alternative news publication that started in 1984, created by Douglas Biggers and Mark Goehring. It caters to the Tucson, Arizona area, which has a population of approximately 1,000,000 people. This publication is a proud member of the Association of Alternative Newsmedia. Fresh editions are distributed to kiosks in Tucson every Wednesday.

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A Grounding Experience: Barefoot Trail in Flagstaff returns for second season

1 week ago | tucsonweekly.com | Alex Gallagher

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Going Down the Rabbit Hole: Electro-pop artist is colorful, unpredictable

1 week ago | tucsonweekly.com | Ed Condran

Jesika von Rabbit has a legitimate gripe. The singer-songwriter wants to know why her prepubescent niece gets more action on Instagram posting herself lip syncing awful pop music while Rabbit's original tunes don't score deserved notice. "There she is in Minneapolis posting stuff from her bedroom and getting all of this attention," von Rabbit said. "I just don't get it." Von Rabbit, who will perform Sunday, May 11, at Che's Lounge, will deliver her electro-pop.
Musical Education: Indie Music Conference helps edify musicians and filmmakers

1 week ago | tucsonweekly.com | Ed Condran

“She’s an indie rocker and nothing’s going to stop her.” Archers of Loaf’s “Plumb Line.” After studying playwriting for seven years at the University of North Carolina and Yale Drama School, comic Lewis Black barely made ends meet. He can’t help but look back and laugh at one missing aspect from his prestigious education. “No one at UNC or Yale ever taught me about plot,” Black said while calling from his New York City apartment.
A Joint Effor: UA student present senior thesis films

1 week ago | tucsonweekly.com | Laura Latzko

Throughout the school year, Bachelor of Fine Arts students in the AU’s film and television class have been working to create senior thesis films. They have been aided by other students from other disciplines within the program. These students will have a chance to showcase their short films as part of the 20th annual “I Dream in Widescreen” event on Saturday, May 10, at the Fox Tucson Theatre. It is presented by the School of Theatre, Film and Television.
Creative Capital: How Tucson’s arts sector is weathering a turbulent era

2 weeks ago | tucsonweekly.com | Alex Gallagher |Jimmy Magahern

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Magical Mystery Tour: Tony Kishman plays Macca’s classic tunes

2 weeks ago | tucsonweekly.com | Alex Gallagher

Much like Jojo, the protagonist from the Beatles’ “Get Back,” Tony Kishman left his home in Tucson, Arizona, for some California grass. Kishman did get back to where he once belonged. However, the singer-songwriter’s experience in Los Angeles changed his life.
‘Permanent Pleasure’: Joywave continues nationwide tour with Tucson show

2 weeks ago | tucsonweekly.com | Alicia Venter

Electro-pop trio Joywave has toured with the biggest names in the alternative/indie music space, including The Killers, Bastille, Smashing Pumpkins and Thirty Seconds to Mars.
Tech Nerd Cinco de Golf: ‘Nerds’ hope to raise $50K for SACASA

2 weeks ago | tucsonweekly.com | Christina Fuoco

Tucson's 2025 Cinco de Mayo celebrations will include an annual charity golf tournament organized by local “tech nerds” to support individuals and families impacted by sexual trauma. More than 100 golfers are expected to participate in the fourth annual Tech Nerd Cinco de Golf Classic to benefit SACASA (Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault) at Omni Tucson National Resort on Monday, May 5.
Keeping Vocabulary: Help for elder dementia patients available

3 weeks ago | tucsonweekly.com | Karen Schaffner

Families who have a member with dementia know that one of the first things to go is the use of nouns. “As they’re getting older, people who lose language through dementia tend to lose nouns more than any other thing,” Dr. Sharon Arkin said. “It’s nouns that disappear. They can’t remember the names.” They’ll refer to the item as “whatchamacallit” or “thingamajig.” They talk all around it, describe it, but cannot come up with the word. It’s very frustrating for both the person and the family member.
The Poetry of Cats: Feline lessons learned in Tucson

3 weeks ago | tucsonweekly.com | Karen Schaffner

When Courtney Gustafson moved into her cottage in Poets Square of Tucson, she had no idea she would also have so many neighbors. Human neighbors, yes. But she did not expect 30 cats on any given day. Thus began a new journey, one that held many difficult life lessons. She shares them in her new memoir, “Poets Square: A Memoir in 30 Cats.” She will sign copies of her book on Saturday, April 26, at Bookmans, 4841 N. Stone Avenue.