Amanda Etchison - Page 1

It might only be June, but Tantrum Theater channels the magic of midsummer into its production of a Shakespearean classic.  

Whether art imitates life or vice versa differs depending on who you ask, but CATCO's production of 'I Do! I Do!' makes a strong case for both interpretations of this age-old adage.

Entomology is not usually associated with elegance, but Cirque du Soleil's immersive and insect-inspired touring production, 'OVO', brings breathtaking beauty to the world of bugs.

For the first time ever, CATCO is Kids is joining forces with the Columbus School for Girls to present 'Anne of Green Gables', a musical that celebrates the importance of imagination.

Set on a stage draped with rich burgundy fabrics and bathed in the burnt orange glow of an Italian sunset, BalletMet artistic director Edwaard Liang's 'Romeo and Juliet' closed out the Columbus-based company's 2016-17 season with an inspiring interpretation of William Shakespeare's tragic tale of two star-crossed lovers.

For many, the thought of returning to high school is a horror movie plot, but the Ohio State University Department of Theatre's production of 'Heathers: The Musical' shows just how terrifying teenage years can get.

A new production presented by the Ohio State University Department of Theatre shows how history often extends past the printed pages of a textbook. 'Forbidden Zones: The Great War' is an original project that stitches together stories inspired by a variety of primary sources to create a 90-minute play that explores the indelible impact and lasting legacy of World War I.

From a stage framed by rows of light bulbs, CABARET gives Columbus audiences an unforgettable "Willkommen" with a show that highlights the talents of a multi-skilled cast. Roundabout Theatre Company's touring production is set to be performed at the Ohio Theatre through April 2.

BalletMet's 40th anniversary season will take audiences from the company's intimate performance space to the glittering land of Oz. The Columbus-based ballet company, which was founded in 1978, recently announced its 2017-18 season on its website.

From musical numbers to American Sign Language, CATCO's 2017-18 season will bring alternative modes of storytelling to the stage. The Columbus-based theater company announced its complete 33rd season via press release on Monday.

"The Intergalactic Nemesis: Target Earth," which will be performed at the Southern Theatre on March 12, is the first live-action graphic novel in a trilogy of stage shows, comic books and audio dramas.

The months of February and March are normally associated with hearts and shamrocks, not gravestones and ghouls. That is, unless you're a member of the Addams family.

"Sex with Strangers" attempts to address the intriguing issue of perception versus reality against a backdrop of Internet anonymity and viral celebrity. The concept is interesting, fresh and thoughtful, but the overly loquacious script extinguishes the play's fiery and passionate potential.

CATCO announced Monday that it will perform 'Fun Home,' a musical based on a graphic novel by Alison Bechdel that explores themes of family, youth, sexuality and honesty. CATCO is Kids' 2017-18 season will open with 'Shakespeare and Star Wars: Verily, A New Hope.'

Who says grown-ups can't play make-believe? BalletMet's Columbus premiere of Michael Pink's "Peter Pan" shows that adventure has no age limit -- all you need is a little faith, trust, and, of course, pixie dust.

Watching the Ohio State Department of Theatre's '7 Ways to Say I Love You' is, in many ways, similar to sorting through a box of valentines. The show, written by Adam Szymkowicz, comprises seven short stories dealing with the elusive concept of love.

Glimmering coral reefs and a colorful cast of underwater creatures are brought to life in breathtaking detail in 'Disney's The Little Mermaid,' which opened in Columbus Tuesday night. Presented by Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre, 'The Little Mermaid' is a stage adaptation of the 1989 animated Disney movie that was, in turn, inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's original fairy tale.

Grab your deerstalker hat and get ready to put your Holmesian skills of deductive reasoning to the test at CATCO's "Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery."

Five new faces are joining the CATCO family for the 2016-17 season. The Columbus-based professional Equity theater company announced via press release the appointment of five new apprentices, many of whom hail from Ohio universities.

'Tis the season to share holiday joy, which is exactly what the cast and crew of CATCO's latest production aim to do at their upcoming shows.