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CURSE OF THE SCARAB was the bee’s knees
WEST JORDAN — It was done in the __________, by ____________, with the ____________. Can you prove me wrong? Fill in the blanks and show off your sleuthing skills during Poison Ivy Mysteries’ newest production. Far from a “sit back and enjoy the show” show, Curse of the Scarab requires participation. Like the board game Clue, you must figure out…
Read more »CHARLIE’S AUNT is Jolly Good Fun
SALT LAKE CITY — The Off Broadway Theatre provides a night of good old-fashioned fun and slapstick humor in their newest production, Eric Jensen’s Charlie’s Aunt. Set in England during the 1890’s, the show is a humorous adaptation of Brandon Thomas’ play Charley’s Aunt, which was written and takes place during an era when the custom of courting was much…
Read more »Powerful Reminder of the Cost of Freedom
CENTERVILLE — As the Fourth of July roles around, it is a time to celebrate the freedom of our nation. Yet, freedom comes at a great price, as we are reminded in Centerpoint Legacy Theatre’s latest production, Civil War.
Read more »PYGmalion's "The Good Body" at the Rose
SALT LAKE CITY— “If I could just fix this, then I’d be happy.” “If I could just change that, then I would like my body.” As women, we all know there are things we would like to change about our bodies. Things we would like to fix or replace. Things we obsess over. Things that make us feel ugly and…
Read more »"Diary" Focuses on Growth
SALT LAKE CITY — The story of Anne Frank is one that has fascinated and haunted readers for generations. The diary of the thirteen-year-old girl locked in an annex for more than two years in order to escape the Nazis during the Holocaust is a powerful reminder of the horrors of war. Yet, as the Pioneer Theatre Company proved in…
Read more »“Emperor’s New Clothes” Reigns Supreme
SALT LAKE CITY — Japanese lanterns, cherry blossoms and brightly colored floors and walls welcomed the audience into the small, surround seating at the Children’s Theater in Salt Lake. The theater also came with the buzz of surround sound as children excitedly chattered in their seats. Surprisingly, however, the audience quieted down as the director welcomed the crowd and hailed…
Read more »Delightful comedy with “Hay Fever”
SALT LAKE CITY — What starts as a romantic weekend getaway turns into a fight for sanity in the University of Utah’s classic Noel Coward comedy, Hay Fever. Set in England during the roaring ‘20s, four unsuspecting visitors get more than they bargained for during a weekend retreat with the Blisses.
Read more »“Cinderella” a Fun Family Evening
As I walked into the Murray Park Amphitheater I could see why the prince had to resort to a shoe in order to find his true love. The theatre was full of princesses of all ages and sizes, dressed in ball gowns and crowns. Add the music of Rodgers and Hammerstein to the lighthearted mood of the crowd, and the…
Read more »‘Godfather of the Bride’ – a refreshing evening
SANDY — Everybody loves a good mystery, especially when they have a chance to get in on the action and help crack the case. Throw in some music, dancing and Italian food and you are good to go. Hunt Mysteries delivers it all with their latest show, “Godfather of the Bride.”
Read more »‘See How They Run’ delivers a welcome blast of comedy
MIDVALE — Although ousted from the Sugar Factory Theater just three days before opening night, the cast bounces back and gives an impressive performance in See How They Run. The actors pull through with surprising ease, and ironically enough, the situation only adds to the humor of an already hilarious show.
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