Lebowsky’s ‘Frozen’ is community theater at the highest level
From the moment one first sets foot in the venue, it’s evident that the Lebowsky Center for Performing Arts’ production of Disney’s “Frozen” is going to deliver on all hopes and …
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‘Every Brilliant Thing’ uplifts, despite subject matter
“Every Brilliant Thing” is a play about suicide and its effects on loved ones, yet it manages to present the narrative of a young person learning to cope with her mother’s …
‘A Beautiful Noise’ appeals to fans and newcomers alike
One of the blessings of my childhood was growing up in a house filled with music. It was the early 1970s, and I remember my mom joining a record club that sent 8-track tapes of popular bands and solo …
MSU’s ‘Inching Towards Yeolha’ is cohesive, compelling and thoughtful
“Inching Towards Yeolha,” written by Sam-Shik Pai and translated into English by Walter Byongsok Chon, is a sprawling Korean epic that takes on absurdist situations and existentialist themes of free will versus fate, the meaning and value of life and love, and evolving and changing roles within personal relationships.
Lebowsky Center reaches for the stars with ‘Into the Woods’
“Into the Woods” has been a staple of the musical theater catalogue since its Broadway debut in 1987, and for very good reason.
‘Playing for Real’ comedically portrays the realities of community theater
Ixion Ensemble Theatre’s production of “Playing for Real,” by Ron Asher, presents a play within a play as a theater troupe attempts to impress a visiting producer with its new Shakespeare-inspired show.
New Lansing theater company shows much promise with first production
There’s a new theater company in town, and it’s off to a very good start. Alive Theatre’s first production, “These Shining Lives,” by Melanie Marnich, is based on the tragic and true story of the Radium Dial Co., which used radioactive luminescent paint to illuminate clock and watch faces, resulting in devasting and deadly bouts of cancer for the women employed there.
Evolve Theatrics’ ‘Chicago’ shines above its intimate setting
“Chicago” is a Jazz Age-inspired musical that has won six Tony Awards and a Grammy and features sizzling dancing, witty repartee and beloved songs like “All That Jazz” and “Razzle Dazzle.”
‘The Trail to Oregon’ is irreverent but hilarious
If you’re interested in seeing what new Lansing-area talent has to offer, hurry to Riverwalk Theatre’s Black Box this weekend to see “The Trail to Oregon,” directed by Ayden Soupal. You’ll be greeted by great voices, hilarious scenes and energetic performances.
Actors and set carry ‘Isaac’s Eye’ at Lansing Community College
To kick off its 2023-’24 season, Lansing Community College presents “Isaac’s Eye,” by Lucas Hnath, at the increasingly difficult-to-access Black Box Theatre 8 p.m. Friday (Oct. 13) and Saturday (Oct. 14).