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5500 N St Louis Ave
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Ruth Page's The Nutcracker
Ruth Page's The Nutcracker
12/13 - 12/14/2025


The Ruth Page Center for the Arts is proud to present its annual live production of “Ruth Page’s The Nutcracker” featuring original choreography by the ...



REVIEW: Jeffrey Hatcher’s Stage Adaptation of DIAL M FOR MURDER Brings An Extra Twist To The Thriller


by Jade Kops - December 05, 2025

Jeffrey Hatcher’s adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock (Director) and Frederick Knott’s (Screenplay) DIAL M FOR MURDER brings the thriller to life for a new audience with a few new twists....

Review: ANNIE at Palm Canyon Theatre


by Charlie Thomas - December 05, 2025

Palm Canyon Theatre’s holiday-season production of “Annie” is a radiant reminder that optimism and heart can light even the darkest of times. Directed and choreographed by Se Layne, with musical direction by Linda Mack Berven, this beloved musical bursts with warmth, humor, and dazzling performances...

Review: DISNEY ON ICE FROZEN AND ENCANTO at Grand Casino Arena


by Jared Fessler - December 05, 2025

Disney On Ice’s Frozen & Encanto at the Grand Casino Arena in Saint Paul was a truly magical experience from start to finish. The show blends the worlds of Arendelle and the Madrigal family in a way that feels seamless, exciting, and full of heart. From the moment the lights dimmed, the ice rink bec...

Review: KIMBERLY AKIMBO Presented by Broadway Across America at Kentucky Performing Arts


by Taylor Clemons - December 05, 2025

Original musicals that aren’t based on movies are becoming all too rare these days. Most of the fare tends to be adaptations of popular films, and these musicals can vary in quality. However, every once in a while, something fresh or unique breaks through and becomes a success. It makes me so happy ...

Review: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST: A HORNY LOVE STORY, Charing Cross Theatre


by Clementine Scott - December 05, 2025

In an age of transphobic fearmongering about any drag queen daring to perform in front of children, acknowledging the fact that British family entertainment has always been queer feels more important than ever. He’s Behind You takes this one step further, extending the concept of queer adult panto t...

Review: STRAIGHT NO CHASER'S HOLIDAY ROAD at Palace Theatre


by Paul Batterson - December 04, 2025

Straight No Chaser has been a holiday tradition with many repeat attenders because their show doesn’t easily fit into a preset gift box. They are either a comedy group that harmonizes extremely well or an a cappella group that thrives because it doesn’t take itself too seriously. If you take away ei...

Review: DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Bass Concert Hall


by Sabrina Wallace - December 04, 2025

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at Bass Concert Hall dazzles with flawless tech, lush visuals, and choreography that hits like a burst of joy. The cast shines, the magic lands, and the nostalgia is real. Just be ready to chat with your kids about the story’s dated messaging. Spectacle soars, but the m...

Review: PHÈDRE at Star Theatres


by Barry Lenny - December 04, 2025

This is very fine; not perfect, but who else in Adelaide would be up to the task?...

Review: COME FROM AWAY at The Seattle Rep


by Jay Irwin - December 04, 2025

Dear Readers, back in 2015 we were blessed with the masterpiece that is “Come From Away” by Irene Sankoff and David Hein. It had one of its pre-broadway tryouts at The Seattle Rep and was a huge hit and personally, absolutely wrecked me emotionally. Now 10 years later this brilliant show is back at ...

Review: A SHERLOCK CAROL at Ottawa Little Theatre


by Courtney Castelino - December 04, 2025

What did our critic think of A SHERLOCK CAROL at Ottawa Little Theatre?...

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