Charming. Witty. Heartfelt. Inspirational. Just a few of the words that describe the musical 'Honk!' Based on Hans Christian Andersen's tale of 'The Ugly Duckling,' the show was the hit of London's 2000 theatre season, winning the Olivier Award (the British equivalent of the Tony Award) for Best New Musical.
From the moment a mischievous cat in the red and white striped hat and red bow tie enters the room, everyone knows chaos served with a heaping dose of fun is about to unfold on stage.
In an evening that focuses entirely on the vocal talents of some of Utah's finest singers, Broadway selections ranging from classic and beloved hits to accomplished but perhaps lesser-known shows will be highlighted. The highlights, according to director Shawn Mortensen, should be the finale, when the entire cast will come together to present a medley of beloved Rodgers of Hammerstein classics including selections from "South Pacific," "Sound of Music," "Cinderella" and "Oklahoma!" The show will open with a group rendition "Do Re Mi" from "The Sound of Music."
After a sold-out world stage premiere last year, SCERA is partnering again with Liken to produce the heartwarming holiday musical 'The First Christmas,' based on the popular Liken movie of the same name.
After a sold-out world stage premiere last year, SCERA is partnering again with Liken to produce the heartwarming holiday musical 'The First Christmas,' based on the popular Liken movie of the same name.
SCERA will honor Veteran's Day today, Nov. 9 with a free USO-style show that will feature patriotic and fun entertainment and presentations in the spirit of celebrating those who have served their country in the armed forces and celebrating the freedom we all enjoy.
When veteran director Jerry Elison was asked to lend his name and talents for a scholarship concert at the SCERA Center for the Arts, his response was, 'If it helps the arts, then let's do it.'
SCERA will honor Veteran's Day on Saturday Nov. 9 with a free USO-style show that will feature patriotic and fun entertainment and presentations in the spirit of celebrating those who have served their country in the armed forces and celebrating the freedom we all enjoy.
Utah County may be nestled in a mountain desert, but don't tell that to Shawn Mortensen, who is directing 'Tarzan: The Musical' at the SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre beginning tonight June 6.
The SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre turns 29 years old this year and will celebrate with a 2013 summer season under the stars packed with concerts, musicals, outdoor movies and the 8th Annual Celebrity vocal competition. All performances will begin at 8 p.m.
Utah County may be nestled in a mountain desert, but don't tell that to Shawn Mortensen, who is directing "Tarzan: The Musical" at the SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre beginning June 6.
The SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre turns 29 years old this year and will celebrate with a 2013 summer season under the stars packed with concerts, musicals, outdoor movies and the 8th Annual Celebrity vocal competition. All performances will begin at 8 p.m.
Grimm meets Disney. That's how director Chase Ramsey describes his concept for SCERA's upcoming Theatre for Young Audiences production of 'Rapunzel! Rapunzel! A Very Hairy Fairy Tale.'
When SCERA Production & Programs Manager Shawn Mortensen heard 14-year-old Mckenna Hixson audition for a spot in SCERA's Night of Broadway, he was speechless.
Grimm meets Disney. That's how director Chase Ramsey describes his concept for SCERA's upcoming Theatre for Young Audiences production of "Rapunzel! Rapunzel! A Very Hairy Fairy Tale."
When SCERA Production & Programs Manager Shawn Mortensen heard 14-year-old Mckenna Hixson audition for a spot in SCERA's Night of Broadway, he was speechless.
SCERA will honor Veteran's Day today, Nov. 10 with a free USO-style show that will feature patriotic and fun entertainment and presentations in the spirit of celebrating those who have served their country in the armed forces.
When veteran director Jerry Elison was asked to lend his name and talents for a scholarship concert at the SCERA Center for the Arts, his response was, "If it helps the arts, then let's do it."
The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley will be presented at the SCERA Center for the Arts from October 15 through November 2. Shawn Mortensen portrays the little boy who is literally flattened after an accident and begins traveling through the mail in a series of adventures in his quest to become three-dimensional once more.
SCERA will honor Veteran's Day on Saturday Nov. 10 with a free USO-style show that will feature patriotic and fun entertainment and presentations in the spirit of celebrating those who have served their country in the armed forces.