Weber State’s BRIGADOON is “Pure Barrie”
OGDEN — Even with my advanced degree in theatre, prior to this last weekend I would have to admit that the majority of my Brigadoon-based knowledge was based in the…
Finding Humanity In Ogden Musical Theatre’s Tale of Two Cities
Ogden-A Tale of Two Cities, the musical based on the novel by Charles Dickens, with a book, music, and lyrics by Jill Santoriello, opened on Broadway in 2008, but only…
Springtime for laughter: THE PRODUCERS delights at the Ziegfeld
OGDEN — I grew up watching all of Mel Brooks’ films with my father, so I’ve always had a soft spot for his work. When I saw that Ogden’s Ziegfeld…
A Tremendous Success with Terrace’s Titanic the Musical Concert
Washington Terrace-1997 was a big year for Titanic. Not related to each other, the hit movie was released as well as the much lesser-known Broadway Musical, with music by Maury…
Finding Hope at Ziegfeld’s ANNIE
Ogden-Annie, the famous orphan redhead, based on the comic strip from 1924, debuted as a musical on Broadway in 1977. Ever since it has spawned revivals, sequels, international productions, tours,…
Flashback with THE 1940s RADIO HOUR at Ogden Musical Theatre
OGDEN — One hundred years ago, the Peery Egyptian Theatre opened its doors for the first time. Stepping inside this historic building in Ogden today to watch The 1940’s Radio…
Weber State’s TWELFTH NIGHT achieves a greatness in comedy
OGDEN — “Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon ‘em.” Shakespeare’s famous line from Twelfth Night can also be used to describe the greatness…
Be Haunted and Immersed at Ogden Musical Theatre’s Dracula
Ogden-With spooky season upon us, what could be better than experiencing Dracula? Well, I have not had much luck with Dracula on stage, having seen less than stellar musical experiences.…
Inventive Alice By Heart at Weber State University
Ogden, Utah- One of the fun aspects of a classic story like Alice in Wonderland is that it is so well-known and iconic that it’s easy to adapt in different…
A Haunting Tale at Ziegfeld’s SWEENEY TODD
OGDEN — How does a tale about a man seeking revenge that somehow gets people baked into meat pies become one of the most beloved classics of the musical theatre…