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,…
KISS AND TELL has plenty of heart to share
OREM — Each time I’ve tried to explain the basic plot of F. Hugh Herbert’s 1943 play Kiss and Tell, I’ve started with the words, “Well, umm…” to buy time…
Join the party at THE FARLEY FAMILY CHRISTMAS
OREM — This Christmas season you’ll hopefully get to spend some time with your families. I imagine there may be some awkward moments as an uncle says something that irks…
THIS IS CHRISTMAS presents holiday sketch comedy
PROVO — With a mix of comedy, music, and a touch of Christmas spirit, This is Christmas is an eclectic evening of entertainment that tries to spread Christmas cheer to…
FARNDALE CHRISTMAS CAROL brings welcomed comedy to a Christmas standard
CENTERVILLE — When I first arrived at the Connie Leishman Performance Hall at the Centerpoint Legacy Theater Complex, I was greeted by a lovely woman who flitted around and twittered…
IT’S A WONDROUS LIFE: a cheerful take on a classic story
SALT LAKE CITY — The Off Broadway Theatre knows how to do the holidays. From the moment I walked into the meticulously and aesthetically decorated lobby, opulent despite its small…
MIRACLE ON 42ND STREET wasn’t the miracle I was looking for
MURRAY — Desert Star Playhouse’s Miracle on 42nd Street is based on Miracle on 34th Street, interspersed with some creative gags and song and dance numbers. The overall plot is…
Comedy, death, and love all explored in this year’s ECHO 10
PROVO — If you are part of the fast food, high speed internet generation, then the Echo Theatre has an event just for you. Echo 10 is a festival of…