Stage

‘Texas Tornado’ blows into Wiseguys

Wednesday, April 18, 2012 OGDEN — The comedian known as “The Texas Tornado” churns it up at Wiseguys Comedy Club Friday, April 20, and Saturday, April 21.Jeff Burghart, who has appeared on Comedy Central and “The Late Late... more

Valley ensemble presents ‘Amplify’

Wednesday, April 18, 2012 LOGAN — Valley Dance Ensemble presents “Amplify” April 20 and April 21 in Logan’s Ellen Eccles Theatre.The performances, starting at 7 p.m., features the premiere of a contemporary dance... more

Ballet company imagines ‘Alice’

Wednesday, April 18, 2012 OGDEN — Alice’s adventures in Wonderland come to life on the stage of Peery’s Egyptian Theatre.Imagine Ballet Theatre presents “Alice: Adventures in Wonderland,” a full-length ballet, at 7:30 p.m.... more

Imperfect, cult 'Chess' examined

Tuesday, April 17, 2012 LOGAN -- "Chess" is a cult classic in the world of musical theater, but it is far from a perfect musical.Kenneth Risch, head of the department of theater arts at Utah State University, will discuss... more

‘Father of the Bride’ unveiled at Hale

Monday, April 16, 2012 WEST VALLEY CITY — Hale Centre Theatre restages an audience favorite as the heartwarming family comedy “Father of the Bride” opens at the West Valley City theater in the round.The story follows the... more

Out & About: 'Importance of Being Earnest' bodes well for Centerpoint's black box

J. Michael Call Sunday, April 15, 2012 There's a reason why "The Importance of Being Earnest" continues to be performed more than a century since its debut in 1895: It's a funny show with a calvacade of one-liners and social commentary... more

Lives of two Mormon women play onstage

Sunday, April 15, 2012 LOGAN —“Two-Headed,” a two-character play depicting 40 years in the lives of two 19th-century Mormon women, is presented beginning Monday, April 16, at Utah State University.Written by playwright... more

Collinston theater pays tribute to Disney

J. Michael Call Thursday, April 12, 2012 COLLINSTON — Audiences are invited to experience the magic of Disney in a lively evening of music and dance as the Old Barn Community Theatre presents “Remember the Magic: A Musical Tribute to Disney... more

LDS Institute puts on family-oriented show

Thursday, April 12, 2012 OGDEN — The Ogden LDS Institute of Religion is putting on a variety show full of memories.The show will be held at 7:30 p.m. April 13 and 2 p.m. April 14 in the Browning Center’s Austad... more

'Lucky Stiff' has 'Weekend at Bernie's' vibe

Amy Nicholson Wednesday, April 11, 2012 Old-fashioned comedy, catchy show tunes and happy endings are all part of the show "Lucky Stiff," opening at Heritage Theatre in Perry this weekend.Jacob Thompson of Deweyville is directing the show... more