Desert Star’s PHANTOM OF THE OPERA parody is pleasant family fun
MURRAY — As my first visit to the Desert Star Playhouse, I had high hopes for Phantom of the Opera: I’ve Grown Accustomed To Your Face, written by Peter Van…
AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS buoyed by strong cast
MAGNA — The Empress Theatre has chosen an interesting season this year. 2014’s first production, Around the World in 80 Days, is the North American premiere of this particular adaptation.…
If “it’s not impossible,” go see BOEING-BOEING
MIDVALE — My thoughts after seeing Pinnacle Acting Company’s production of Boeing-Boeing are best summed up in a line from the script spoken by one of the supporting characters, Berthe,…
Have a carefree night of entertainment at THE FOREIGNER
WEST VALLEY CITY — There’s a difficult balance in the nature of comedy—striking the elevated levels of humor, while allowing the resonance of serious moments to properly take effect. I…
ROAD SHOW is for Sondheim fans, but few others
SALT LAKE CITY — For Stephen Sondheim‘s diehard fans, the Wastach Theatre Company production of Road Show is a gift. This show—Sondheim’s most recent musical—has never been produced in Utah.…
UTBA reviewers sound off: EXCELLENCE IN 2013
It’s been another busy year for UTBA. In 2013 we reviewed 223 productions—our second-highest annual total. From Garden City to Ivins, our reviewers traveled the state to review plays in…
Take time this winter for THE WINTER’S TALE
SALT LAKE CITY — When I signed up to review The Winter’s Tale, I was intrigued for many reasons. One was that I had never been in the Salt Lake…
12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS at the Empress needs more than partridge in pear tree
MAGNA — Before I went out to the Empress Theatre in Magna Friday night, I was hoping to find out more about 12 Days of Christmas, their current production directed…
Make TOYLAND a new tradition
SOUTH SALT LAKE — I am constantly on the lookout for new holiday traditions for myself and my two daughters. Going to a show would undoubtedly be on my list,…
A classic comes to life in THE CAT IN THE HAT
SALT LAKE CITY — There is something incredible about the light in a child’s eyes as they really get into something just for them. I loved seeing this moment for…