Phoenix Art Museum to Host Dynamic Opening Night Kick-off to the Arts Season

Phoenix, AZ (August 27, 2008) – Celebrate the downtown Phoenix lifestyle during Urban Affair, the Valley’s premier urban living event, Friday, September 26, from 6 to 10 p.m.   Phoenix Art Museum hosts a cocktail reception that will be highlighted by several local, live arts performances.

Guests will experience a spirited atmosphere that will serve as a kick-off to the arts season.  The schedule includes:

. Live Performing Arts – by local artists and representatives of performing arts organizations  
. Culinary Arts – iconic downtown restaurants and chefs serving a “progressive tasting menu” throughout the evening
. Visual Arts – professional and amateur photographers and filmmakers will document daytime scenes and nightlife
 
“The Urban Affair reflects the growing amount of activity and energy in downtown Phoenix and so this year’s event will be even bigger and better,” said Mayor Phil Gordon. “Because we have more people living downtown and more arts and cultural options in our urban core than ever before.”

This year, Urban Affair will be a week-long series of happenings providing Phoenix area residents the opportunity to explore Downtown Phoenix and all it has to offer.

For more info, contact Catrina Knoebl at info@urbanaffairaz.com or 602 579 2988

For info online or to buy tickets for the Event at the Phoenix Art Museum, visit www.urbanaffairaz.com

Check out the Urban Affair week schedule