Theatre Under the Stars
Theatre Under the Stars: much to love and room to improve
July 25, 2023By: Petra Chase, Arts & Culture Editor Since 1940, Theatre Under the Stars has put on family-friendly plays in Stanley Park’s Malkin Bowl, an outdoor venue equipped with comfortable seating, a commissary kitchen, bar, and emergency ponchos. This season, which runs until August 25, features two high-spirit comedies all about children and youth uprising. The Prom and Matilda’s stunning sets, synchronized dancing, and boisterous ballads will impress both musical theatre skeptics and Broadway buffs. I had the opportunity to attend and review these highly-anticipated shows. The Prom [caption id="attachment_125910" align="alignnone" width="633"] PHOTO: Courtesy of Emily Cooper[/caption] The Prom follows four…
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Teenage dreams and orphan adventures at Theatre Under the Stars
July 24, 2015Hairspray The sixties are brought to life in all their colourful, flamboyant glory in Hairspray. Peppy songs, bouncy dresses, and a feel-good story make this a classic musical everyone can enjoy. When Tracy Turnblad (Erin E. Walker) auditions for the…
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Hairspray is the ultimate feel-good musical
July 13, 2015Andy Toth has played Edna Turnblad in Hairspray before, but this time he actually had a chance to rehearse. Last time, he was filling in at the Arts Club and prepared for the role in only 17 hours. “It’s luxurious,”…
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