![The image features a character [Elsa] dressed in a vibrant costume inspired by a winter theme. The character stands in front of a large, dark blue door framed by frost-covered, ornate, beige architecture with swirling patterns and decorative elements. The person is wearing a bright turquoise dress with purple accents and a detailed bodice. A rich purple cape flows dramatically as they gesture with gloved hands, from which sparkles of frost or snow seem to emanate. Around the entrance, there are icy branches enhancing the wintry atmosphere.](https://utahtheatrebloggers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/RAC03739.jpg)
FROZEN Delivers Summer Magic to Melt the Heart
OREM — SCERA Shell’s production of Frozen: The Broadway Musical directed by Brodee Ripple opened June 5, and it continues a trend that has become increasingly apparent over the last…
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING is Worth the Commotion at Grassroots
PROVO — A lively rendition of Much Ado About Nothing by the Grassroots Shakespeare Company premiered at the BYU Botany Pond on May 25. The show encapsulated the fun, witty,…
The Ruth’s ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Runs Deep
PLEASANT GROVE — At the end of each year, we do a series of articles discussing some of the most excellent work in the state. You’ll want to revisit this…
TUCK EVERLASTING Brings Whimsy and Heart to the Lehi Stage
LEHI — There’s something special about community theater. It’s often one of the most affordable ways to access the arts—but let’s be honest, the quality can feel like a gamble.…
Snow College’s A Period Piece Explores Feminism
EPHIRAM — Snow College’s new devised production, A Period Piece, is a collection of short stories and homages to other feminist works. The focus of A Period Piece is mostly…
The Ruth Stages a Classic WIZARD OF OZ
PLEASANT GROVE — In my opinion, The Wizard of Oz is the greatest film of all time, bar none. So it’s no surprise that it’s often performed onstage. The Ruth…
Revitalized PHANTOM OF THE OPERA National Tour is Epic
SALT LAKE CITY — For forty years, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s adaptation of The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux has filled some of the world’s most prestigious venues. The…
Italian Art Soars in BYU’s THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA
PROVO — When I saw that a student production at BYU requested a review from our organization, I was thoroughly intrigued. Because student productions only perform for a few days…
UCCU Named Presenting Sponsor of The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater
PLEASANT GROVE — The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater has announced a new presenting sponsor, naming Utah Community Credit Union (UCCU) as a key partner in what the organization describes…
At This Utah Theatre – Introducing MAPLETON COMMUNITY THEATER
MAPLETON — The joy of participating in theatre at a community level is truly something special. Utah displays this time and time again with community theatre productions all up and…