West Valley Arts' production of "Alice by Heart" brings a bold yet imaginative twist to what I'd call a very familiar world of Wonderland. Not only does this production throw a familiarity at audiences, this stunning cast also performs with an almost aching beauty. This show doesn't just retell the classic story of "Alice In Wonderland", it shows the process of a certain pain the characters face, and refracts it through the lens of love, war, and even loss. 

   Disney On The Side, showing at Broadway On The Side, is an enchanting experience that brought the magic of our favorite animated classics to life. Set in a small, intimate space, the atmosphere was perfect for an up-close and personal performance. The talented performers truly shined, delivering captivating renditions of timeless songs with incredible vocal prowess and heartfelt emotion. Each song was a delightful homage to the beloved characters and stories that have shaped our imaginations, making it an unforgettable evening of pure Disney magic.

   Under the dazzling lights of On Pitch Performing Arts, "A Chorus Line" takes the stage with an abundance of raw talent! This production is filled to the brim with exceptional performers and showcases the immense skills and dedication of each member of the cast. As the performers pour their hearts into every step, note, and line, the audience is captivated by the sheer talent that radiates from the stage. "A Chorus Line" is a mesmerizing display of the extraordinary abilities that make musical theatre truly magical!

  In this heartfelt adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel, the story of “Little Women” follows the lives of the March sisters as they navigate love, loss, and follows the sisters along on their pursuit of their dreams. Along with it already being a beautiful and classic story, Broadway On The Side’s production of “Little Women” was top- notch and did a great job capturing the essence of each character which really brought the story to life on stage. From the beautiful melodies to the powerful emotions portrayed throughout the show, this production is a must- see. It will leave you inspired and touched, and I can’t recommend it enough to everyone in the Weber County area!

  Having a cast of 90 people can be a crazy experience, but On Pitch Performing Arts has done a spectacular job at achieving an amazing show! Under the direction of Heather Ann Jackson, this cast and crew has created something so magical for all audience members. It was very apparent as well that the cast was having a blast onstage, which is something so wonderful to see. For younger and older audiences, this show is bound to give you a wonderful experience in all aspects of theatre! 

   Going into this magic, fantasy, jukebox musical, you never quite know what to expect. With the chaos of this bizarre writing of the musical, it could go very poorly and may not be perceived well by the audience. However, with a cast of committed actors, Farmington City has done a spectacular job at creating a thoroughly entertaining evening for audiences! The outlandishly yet enjoyable stage spoof of an outrageously bad movie is SURE to entertain. Under the direction of Dena Brady, this cast has taken, what is a bizarre and totally random musical, and turned it into a true work of art. 

   When it comes to bringing this action/adventure musical truly and perfectly to life, the Ziegfeld Theater has done just that! This musical, based on Baroness Orczy's famous 20th- century novel and the French Revolution and the battle for Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity, was everything any theater goer would absolutely fall in love with. The stunning costumes, set design, light design, and fantastic actors really brought it all to life and had me wanting more and more as well as leaving me with a huge smile on my face for most of the show! 

    Broadway on the Side does it again with another spectacular show! With a cabaret based all around love, including the different aspects of it, this was bound to be a wonderful show and definitely met and even exceeded my expectations. Song selections ranged from popular musicals and pop songs to more rare or not so popular musicals giving the show a nice flow and kept audience members excited for each song. Something that I enjoyed about this particular cabaret was the narration from cast members between songs. It added a nice little touch and gave the cast a little more to do throughout the duration of the show. 

  As stated in the director's (Megan Worthen Nelson) note in the Playbill, a part of Broadway on the Side's goal is "to make the arts accessible to everyone through quality performances", and I can confidently say they have done just that! With a wonderful goal set in place for this performing group, they excelled so perfectly together, and triumphantly lead the audience through an amazing cabaret style performance. When attending a show put on by a theater that I'm not familiar with, I really look forward to seeing how the tone and vibe are set throughout, and the moment I walked into the building, I knew this was going to be a special place. Not only did I feel very comfortable as an audience member, but I also could tell how comfortable the performers were as well, and that's a very special thing. 

  With so many community theaters doing "The Addams Family" musical, it can be hard to want to continuously go out and see this show. This is one of those musicals that makes a grand reappearance every few years, and I find that most live theaters are quick to grab hold of this spooky, comedic musical all at the same time. With all that being said, I can confidently say that if there is one production of "The Addams Family" that you should see, it is the one at the Terrace Plaza Playhouse (Ogden), directed by Carol Madsen. 

   When audience members go to see a fun, energetic, and iconic show such as "Footloose", there are certain aspects that need to be met (such as the dancing and singing), and I can happily say, Hopebox Theatre did just that! There were many times that I wanted to hop up on that stage with them and dance! One of my favorite things about seeing shows at the Hopebox is all the heart that goes into these productions. For those of you who haven't made your way over to see a show there, I definitely recommend doing so! 

  With a popular and classic musical such as “Singin’ in the Rain”, I find that audience members tend to have more of a high expectation. Especially in a smaller venue, you can’t help but wonder how the set, costumes, light/sound design, and most importantly, the rain will all tie together to make a production of this show work out. Heritage Theatre in Perry, Utah has done a spectacular job of meeting and even exceeding these expectations. From the moment the lights first came up in the first scene, the set, light design, costumes, and of course actors did not disappoint!