The High Cost of the “Safe” Stage: Is Utah County’s Theatrical Monopoly Stifling Cultural Growth?
In the shadow of the Wasatch Mountains, a quiet cultural crisis is brewing. While the neon lights of new multi-million dollar venues shine brighter than ever, some local artists and critics are asking a difficult question: Is Utah County’s obsession with “family-friendly” entertainment actually killing the soul of its art scene? For decades, the performing […]
American Leadership Academy Teacher Realizes Dream of Opening Youth Theatre
Theater has long been a passion for Sandra Millet. For the past 20 years, she has been teaching drama at American Leadership Academy, and has recently embarked on her own adventure in community youth theater production. “I was the crazy kid on the block who was always trying to do a play in my backyard […]
Spanish Fork Community Youtheatre
If you’ve ever been in Spanish Fork around the 24th of July, you’ve likely seen or heard of the annual musical put on by the city and its community partners. As a dedicated patron and occasional performer in these productions, I can confidently say that these musicals are put on by true professional artists who […]
‘Into the Woods’ at Halfpenny Theatre brings family and community together
There’s nothing like community theatre. It brings friends and family together to see stories come to life on stage, as well as the opportunity to experience the highs and lows of human emotion with those you’re attending with. For the actors, it’s a chance to create something magical together that is more impactful than any […]