PTC’s THE LION IN WINTER rules the stage
SALT LAKE CITY — When James Goldman‘s The Lion in Winter first premiered in 1966, the reception was (at best) tepid. Two years later, a star-studded film adaptation allowed this…
Orem Hale’s THE ODD COUPLE has laughs, but needs more heart
The Odd Couple plays daily (except Sundays) at 7:30 PM through February 9th, with 3 PM matinees every Saturday and additional 11 AM performances on Saturdays (starting Feb 2) at…
Terrace Plaza’s I DO! I DO! is a touching family affair
OGDEN — I Do! I Do!, with a book and lyrics by Tom Jones and music by Harvey Schmidt, is a two-person show that was first performed on Broadway in…
UTBA reviewers sound off: EXCELLENCE IN 2018
It’s time for the annual UTBA retrospective, where our reviewers send kudos to all the excellent productions they saw in the state this year. There are no firm criteria for…
A fond farewell to Sting & Honey’s THIS BIRD OF DAWNING
SALT LAKE CITY — The nativity has immortalized in church roadshows and Hollywood films alike. Javen Tanner’s unique movement creation, This Bird of Dawning, pays homage to the biblical tale…
Technical and vocal wizardy make Hale’s OZ a memorable evening
SANDY — The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum has seen multiple adaptations ever since its publication in 1900. Easily the most famous and recognized version is the 1939…
See the Hopebox Theatre’s production of ANNIE for “A New Deal For Christmas”
KAYSVILLE — As a young redheaded girl I always wanted to portray Annie. As an adult, Ms. Hannigan has replaced Annie as my dream role thanks to Carol Burnett. Although…
THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE roars to life at the Utah Children’s Theatre
SOUTH SALT LAKE CITY — The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe is a classic story by C. S. Lewis that teaches children about Christ. I had never considered it…
THE GIFT OF THE MAGI offers heartfelt Christmas cheer
MIDVALE — It’s that special time of year again. While the weather turns cold, most of us are rushing about to buy this or that for all the important people…
Invite the FIVE CAROLS FOR CHRISTMAS into your holiday schedule
CENTERVILLE — Five Carols for Christmas, written and directed by Jim Christian with music by Kenneth Plane, playing at the Leishman Stage at CenterPoint Legacy Theatre, is the fun story…