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The Phoenix Theatre serves relatable, seasonal fun | Theater Review
The Phoenix Theatre's "A Nice Family Christmas," written by Phil Olsen and directed by Eric Lewis, offers holiday insight for all as it pokes fun at family dysfunction. The play... — Updated 12/7/2023
'Willy Wonka' is a sweet treat and worth the wait | Theater Review
Having delayed opening night by one week due to a case of COVID among the cast, Edmonds Driftwood Players is back in business with their scrumdiddlyumptious presentation of Roald... — Updated 12/7/2023
Phoenix Theatre's 'Calendar Girls': Hilarious and poignant
The Phoenix Theatre brings fleshy fun to the stage with their season opener, "Calendar Girls," directed by Renee Gilbert. Written by Tim Firth, the play is based on the 2003 film... — Updated 10/30/2023
All aboard for Driftwood Players' 'Orient Express' | Theater Review
Driftwood Players opens its 65th season with the Agatha Christie classic, "Murder on the Orient Express," skillfully directed by David Alan Morrison with assistant directorship... — Updated 9/28/2023
'Chicago: Teen Edition' offers a jazzy escape
Ballyhoo Theatre shines brightly with "Chicago: Teen Edition," the culmination of a one-month summer intensive experience for actors ages 15-21. The musical runs through July 30 at... — Updated 8/1/2023
Phoenix Theatre's 'Chemical Imbalance' offers two-sided fun
The Phoenix Theatre's 15th season continues with "Chemical Imbalance: A Jekyll & Hyde Play," a dark comedy written by Lauren Wilson and directed by Eric Lewis. The play spins... — Updated 2/9/2023
Phoenix Theatre's 'Dashing' delivers holiday hijinks | Theater Review
As usual, humor abounds at The Phoenix Theatre, this time with the hilarious holiday offering of "Dashing Through the Snow" directed by Renée Gilbert. It continues through Dec.... — Updated 12/22/2022
Karla Bonoff and Livingston Taylor: 'Home for the Holidays'
"Home for the Holidays" concert-goers can expect a night filled with beauty and warmth, as singer/songwriter Karla Bonoff is joined by Livingston Taylor to bring seasonal and... — Updated 12/20/2022
Driftwood's 'Elf' packs holiday cheer | Theater Review
"Elf – The Musical" is a delightful stage rendition of the beloved 2003 holiday film. Currently playing at the Wade James Theatre by the Driftwood Players under the direction of... — Updated 11/28/2022