“And the world will know:” Sandy Hale’s NEWSIES is a mixed bag
SANDY — After Newsies premiered in Utah, I wrote that the musical was likely to replace Joseph… as Utah’s favorite. And boy did it ever. We have long passed the…
Follow the yellow brick road to THE WIZARD OF OZ in Cache Valley
SMITHFIELD — As one of the most beloved, well-known musicals of all time, it is often a challenge for productions of The Wizard of Oz to stay relevant and fresh.…
TINKERBELL at Creekside Theatre Fest sparkles with pixie dust
PLEASANT GROVE — I attended the Creekside Theatre Fest production of Tinkerbell (written by Patrick Flynn) with my three-year-old daughter. The play, directed by Jordan Long, is billed for young…
“It’s a fine life” if you get to see OLIVER! at HCTO
OREM — The best way to experience the work of Charles Dickens is in adaptations. By modern standards, most of Dickens’s novels are excessively wordy and overflow with superfluous subplots…
A joyful SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN at Terrace Plaza Playhouse
WASHINGTON TERRACE — Terrace Plaza Playhouse is opening their summer season with the classic musical Singin’ in the Rain, directed by Ryan Buckman. The stage version of Singin’ in the…
Dance your way to CenterPoint Legacy Theatre’s 42ND STREET
CENTERVILLE — CenterPoint Legacy Theatre’s 42nd Street is an engaging experience directed by Kristin Pettingill Callor with stunning visuals, strong vocals and, of course, tap dancing. Based on the novel…
SCERA’s MARY POPPINS is a nice family outing
OREM — The SCERA’s current production of Mary Poppins is the type of show that the company is known for: a joyous, family-friendly musical that showcases local talent. But it…
Tuacahn comes out swinging with TARZAN
IVINS — Based on the 1999 animated film, Tuacahn’s production of Tarzan is this summer’s must-see show. Finding my seat in the outdoor amphitheatre, I was excited to see the…
“Pure Imagination” at Tucahan’s CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
IVINS — “Come with me, and you’ll be in a world of pure imagination,” begins the classic song from the 1971 cinematic adaptation of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate…
Empress Theatre’s FREAKY FRIDAY is fun any day of the week
MAGNA — Attending the opening weekend of Freaky Friday at the Empress Theatre on Mother’s Day weekend was a freakishly fitting outing and full of fun. This musical adaptation of…