Hale’s THE SECRET GARDEN could use more light
SANDY — The Secret Garden has been enjoyed on the page, stage, and screen for over a century. Based on the children’s novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett, the 1991 Broadway…
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE in the park is a midsummer night’s dream
CEDAR HILLS — The Creekside Theatre Festival is in its sixth year and may be well on its way to establishing itself in the hearts of Utah County summer theatre…
Creekside forges a successful STEEL MAGNOLIAS
CEDAR HILLS — Steel Magnolias is a favorite play because the script is so well written that it gives companies the framework to create enjoyable productions. The production at the…
Ring in the new year with HCTO’s IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
OREM — As a critic, when I critique a show that has been a part of the theatrical repertoire for as long as The Importance of Being Earnest has been,…
Feel the power of change at Hale’s STEEL MAGNOLIAS
SANDY — As March wound down, Hale Centre Theatre began their run of a play that perfectly embodies what March is officially known as: Women’s Month. Steel Magnolias, written by…
Skip your date with BETTY BLUE EYES
OREM — Betty Blue Eyes is one of those shows that you have to see to believe, and several times my jaw was hanging open. Before seeing Hale Center Theater’s…
Indulge in Utah Rep’s Politically Savvy CABARET
Salt Lake City – “In here, life is beautiful.” The catchphrase of the Tony Award winning musical rang true as I was invited to my table by a couple of…
OVER THE RIVER & THROUGH THE WOODS serves up laughter and memories
WEST VALLEY CITY — In Over the River and Through the Woods 29-year-old Nick Cristano (played by Alex King) has dinner at the home of his maternal grandparents, the Gianellis,…
Orem Hale’s DAMN YANKEES hits a home run
OREM — With the Major League Baseball postseason upon us, it’s a time for baseball fans to cheer for their favorite team. As the World Series draws closer, more and…
DRIVING MISS DAISY is a poignant, funny and reflective journey
SALT LAKE CITY — Daisy asks, “Did you have the air-conditioning checked? I told you to have the air-conditioning checked.” Hoke replies, “I had the air-conditioning checked. I don’t know…