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Other Voices: Read Jenn McKee at Mlive on Dickens: An A Capella Carol at PNT
Since the 1843 publication of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, the iconic ghost story has been endlessly recited, adapted for the stage (and film), re-visited,... Continue Reading
Richard II at Pigeon Creek…aint it fun!
Pigeon Creek Shakespeare Company opens the second act of “Richard II” with Paramore’s pop rock hit “Ain’t it Fun.” The lyrics “livin’ in the real... Continue Reading
FYT’s “Oz” Bursts into the season with flair
The Flint Youth Theatre doesn’t shy away from big cast musicals, especially when they are shows that appeal to the younger crowd and please children... Continue Reading
No Miracles in this Bad Play
It's Christmas season. Yes. And I am not a Scrooge or a humbug. I DO give to charity. I do not wish to boil anyone... Continue Reading
Scrooge et al get a Christmas goose
You could say that the Soapbox Playhouse is all washed up. With just four days to rehearse its annual production of A Christmas Carol, the... Continue Reading
Anne of Avonlea lacks spark of its prequel
When something works well one year, it’s tempting to go back to the well for a second year, either with the same play or something... Continue Reading
Forever Plaid creates holiday harmony at Farmers Alley
In his director’s note for Farmers Alley’s current production of Forever Plaid, Larry Raben suggests the musical revue “is more timely than ever,” because “We... Continue Reading
AT UDM, it really is a “A Wonderful Life”
Anytime a new film or stage cast takes on a script that is already indelibly etched in the brains and consciousness of the audience, it's... Continue Reading