Series puts spotlight on young heroes
As we reach our ninth year in the Linda Ruffalo Young Heroes of Conscience Series, I am filled with gratitude. It has been one of the most rewarding...
Article Category: Stage & Dance
Actors shine brightly in a timeless love story
It is a shame that Mary’s Wedding, produced by all for One Productions, only has three more performances at the PPG ArtsLab. This is as fine a piece...
Another young hero celebrated by Youtheatre
Although a theater with youth actors, Fort Wayne Youtheatre does not shy away from addressing heavy topics in its Linda Ruffolo Young Heroes of Conscience...
Longtime PFW director readies for final show
Purdue University Fort Wayne’s newest theatrical performance pays tribute to legendary composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim.
According to retiring...
Valuable lessons in Civic’s production of Seussical
Dr. Seuss has probably been the most influential and inspirational author to children and adults for over 80 years. While we read to our children, we...
Young actors bring story of war and love to life
Here’s a challenge: Set a play during World War I, have it take place in multiple locations on two continents. Achieve this with two actors in 90 minutes,...
Let’s go, let’s go, let’s go to Seussical musical show
Fans of American children’s author and illustrator Dr. Seuss will have the chance to witness the classic story Horton Hears a Who as it comes to life...
Spreading Christmas cheer for all to hear with Elf Jr.
I am a well-known lover of Christmas. The decorations, the food, the music, and the movies — especially the movies. Some of my favorite holiday memories...
Kira Hawkins marks 50 shows with Wagon Wheel in ‘Elf’ musical
When Kira Lace Hawkins stars in the Wagon Wheel Theater’s upcoming production of Elf The Musical, it will be her 50th show with that company.
Elf The...
Audiences welcomed to Christmas classic
After moving to a virtual format due to COVID-19 last year, Fort Wayne Ballet’s The Nutcracker performance will return in front of live audiences beginning...