Perseverance Theatre will present the world premiere of Marcus Gardley's newest play, "the road weeps, the well runs dry," beginning May 3, with preview performances scheduled for April 28 and May 1.

This fall, for the first time, Juneau Lyric Opera will hold a special fundraiser. Called "Who's Your Diva?" the event will showcase 10 of Juneau's best-known voices, who will compete for the chance to be named Juneau's official diva. Each competitor will perform two songs, and then community members will vote for their choice. Each week through the month of August, the Empire will present brief Q&As with each of the 10 divas in preparation for the event, scheduled for Sept. 10.

This fall, for the first time, Juneau Lyric Opera will hold a special fundraiser. Called "Who's Your Diva?" the event will showcase 10 of Juneau's best-known voices, who will compete for the chance to be named Juneau's official diva.

How long have you been singing? I've been singing since longer than I can remember. My mother and grandmother interacted with me as a child through touch and song.

This fall, for the first time, Juneau Lyric Opera will hold a special fundraiser. Called "Who's Your Diva?" the event will showcase 10 of Juneau's best-known voices, who will compete for the chance to be named Juneau's official Diva. Each competitor will perform two songs, and then community members will vote for their choice. Each week through the month of August, the Empire will present brief Q&As with each of the 10 divas in preparation for the event, scheduled for Sept. 10.

Here's a look at what many local arts organizations have planned for the upcoming season. All schedules are subject to change.

Fall in Juneau. The closest you can get to living underwater without a scuba mask. Some claim to love it (don't trust them), but most of us find ourselves compelled to revisit the unkillable question, "How did I end up here?"

Music, movies and a short trip through the solar system are among the best bets this weekend.

As we begin 2011, there are many tasks before us as Alaskans. We're taking down holiday decorations and recycling Christmas trees, and putting up new calendars. We're preparing for the upcoming legislative session, with a host of interesting bills to be considered by our elected leaders. And for those of us who wish to be proactive, there's no time like the present to apply for this year's Permanent Fund Dividend.

"City by The Sea," (R) ends Thursday, Sept. 26, last show at 7 p.m. at the 20th Century Twin.