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Phoenix Symphony returns to stage next week after month-long shutdown, layoffs

Thee Arizona Times2 days ago03 mins

The Phoenix Symphony will resume performances next week and musicians’ pay restarts Nov. 9 after a financial crisis put its season on hold.

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The orchestra’s board and musicians say talks have been constructive, but the musicians’ health insurance ends Nov. 30.

Thee Arizona Times2 weeks ago02 mins

The orchestra plays Pirates of the Caribbean live to film at Symphony Hall and a costume-friendly Heroes & Villains family concert on Halloween.

Thee Arizona Times2 weeks ago02 mins

All 66 musicians are set to be laid off Nov. 2 after the season’s final concert Sunday, ABC15 reported.

Thee Arizona Times2 weeks ago02 mins

Citing an immediate cash shortage, the orchestra will suspend the rest of its season; musicians are asking for a clearer look at its finances.

Thee Arizona Times3 weeks ago02 mins

Leaders of the nearly 80-year-old orchestra say operating deficits made the season untenable and it’s unclear whether performances will resume.