By Guest Reviewer Wendy Wright, photo by Aaron C Wade I’ll start by saying that I saw a rehearsal of this production of The Wedding Singer about a week ago and the growth in that time has been remarkable. Of course it’s not surprising that the addition of all of the technical elements, a fullContinue reading “A2CT’s The Wedding Singer: This Robbie Hart Will Certainly Steal Yours (Review)”
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“Barefoot in the Park” at Ann Arbor Civic Theater is Hilarious Fun (Review)
I don’t think I’ve laughed at a 50 year old comedy more than I did last night at Ann Arbor Civic Theater’s production of Neil Simon’s “Barefoot in the Park” — it is a non-stop laughfest, but more than that, it is impeccably acted and directed — a must-see. Newlyweds Corie and Paul Bratter moveContinue reading ““Barefoot in the Park” at Ann Arbor Civic Theater is Hilarious Fun (Review)”
Entertaining “Steel Magnolias” at Village Players Toledo (Review)
Robert Harling’s “Steel Magnolias” is a perennial in the theater circuit, and the production now on exhibit at The Village Players Theatre in Toledo is entertaining and solid. It features good performances by 5 of its leading ladies, and a master-class in acting by the sixth. The audience laughed (and later cried) its way throughContinue reading “Entertaining “Steel Magnolias” at Village Players Toledo (Review)”
Acting Out (Taylor MI) presents ‘NIGHT, MOTHER
“‘Night, Mother” the two-character 1983 play by Marsha Norman about a suicidal daughter and her mother will be presented by Acting Out productions in Taylor MI March 11 – 13, 2016. The production stars Kelly Richelle Lomas (as daughter Jessie) and Jema McCardell (as mother Thelma – seated in photo), both of Trenton, MI, who will be takingContinue reading “Acting Out (Taylor MI) presents ‘NIGHT, MOTHER”
The Dio’s “Proof” Adds Up (Review)
Part mystery, part love story and part family drama, for their first foray into producing a dramatic play, The Dio has chosen to dive into the deep waters of David Auburn’s Proof, winner of both the Pulitzer Prize and the Tony Award. You may be familiar with the movie starring Gwyneth Paltrow and Anthony HopkinsContinue reading “The Dio’s “Proof” Adds Up (Review)”
Teen Improv Workshop at Acting Out – Taylor, MI
Acting Out Productions of Taylor presents “Yes &”, a Teen Improv Workshop and Performance for students ages 13 to 19. The workshop will be led by the experienced actor and performer, Michael Lomas. Michael Lomas has over 20 years experience with improv, has performed in venues across the US, including Joey’s Comedy Club in Livonia,Continue reading “Teen Improv Workshop at Acting Out – Taylor, MI”
Hilarious “Mrs Bob Cratchit’s Wild Christmas Binge” at the Dio (review)
Christopher Durang’s (2002) hilarious play with songs, Mrs. Bob Cratchit’s Wild Christmas Binge” has stormed and taken over the Dio stage in Pinckney, and its a giddy blast. Take one part “A Christmas Carol” and one part “Its a Wonderful Life”; throw in a dash of Saturday Night Live and one-liners that wouldn’t have beenContinue reading “Hilarious “Mrs Bob Cratchit’s Wild Christmas Binge” at the Dio (review)”
Croswell Opera House announces 2015-2016 Special Events
A tribute to Cole Porter, a Motown-themed concert featuring singer Tatiana Owens, and several children’s events will be included in the Croswell Opera House’s 2015-16 Special Event Season, which begins in September. Artistic director Jere Righter said the Special Event Season gives the Croswell a chance to put on a diverse mix of shows. “PeopleContinue reading “Croswell Opera House announces 2015-2016 Special Events”
Croswell Opera House summer 2015 brings in record crowds
Buoyed by a record-setting production of “Mary Poppins” in June, the Croswell Opera House’s recently concluded Summer Broadway Season was its best-attended summer season this century. “We’re proud of this season for so many reasons, but the best part of it is how many people came through our doors to experience the magic of liveContinue reading “Croswell Opera House summer 2015 brings in record crowds”
A Midsummer Night’s Dream…Michigan Shakespeare Festival 2015 Off to a Great Start
Okay, truth be told, I should not review shows at the Michigan Shakespeare Festival, since I am the Vice Chair on the Board of Directors of the MSF. But that doesn’t mean I can’t tell you about it anyway. And its my blog. So if it happens to be a great production I can mention that,Continue reading “A Midsummer Night’s Dream…Michigan Shakespeare Festival 2015 Off to a Great Start”
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