BWW Review: OLIVER! at SOUTH BEND CIVIC THEATRE
To continue their tradition of producing a classic musical during the summer, the South Bend Civic Theatre presented Oliver! with a cast of more than 40 people to filled audiences. The tone of the show was instantly set with a wonderfully charming London bridge designed by Jeff Barrick. Unfortunately the tone was then smashed by a horribly electric sounding music track of the overture with trumpets that were more reminiscent of synthesizers than anything else. This confusing clash continued throughout the production leading to a mixed bag of a show. More clarification on that thought later.
BWW Review: MY FAIR LADY at South Bend Civic Theatre
There are shows that I believe get rave reviews, awards, and heralded as classics because, at some point, "true theatre people" aren't allowed to not like them. If you bring up Oklahoma, Hello, Dolly, or The Sound of Music, and don't fawn over it for hours, you are expected to turn in your theatre card and walk away from all conversations thereafter. My Fair Lady, as a musical, falls into this category for me.
Photo Flash: The Wizard of Oz at the Wilson Theater
The Wizard of Oz performs in the Wilson Theater at South Bend Civic Theatre, 403 N. Main Street, South Bend, Indiana 46601. Performances run through July 30th. Visit their website, sbct.org, or call the box office as 574-234-1112 to reserve your tickets today!
South Bend Civic Theatre Presents LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL
For three weeks in September and going into October, the South Bend Civic Theatre brings Legally Blonde the Musical to the Wilson Theatre. The international award-winning musical based on the movie, Legally Blonde, explodes on the stage with memorable songs and dynamic dances. Director Carys Kresny collaborates with Music Director Geoffrey Carter, Choreographer Karen Pajor, and the ensemble cast to take the audience through Elle's fabulously fun journey. This hilarious, fun, and heart-warming musical runs from September 16th through October 2nd at the Wilson Theatre. It will be so much fun it should be illegal!
South Bend Civic Theatre to Present Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS
Based on the beloved, timeless film, this heartwarming musical adaptation features many of Irving Berlin's finest songs showcased in a book by David Ives and Paul Blake. World War II veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have become a successful song-and-dance team. When they meet a duo of beautiful singing sisters, they follow them to a Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, run by their former army commander. Featuring dazzling standards such as "Blue Skies," "I Love a Piano, "How Deep is the Ocean," this show will have you dreaming of a "White Christmas."
BWW's Top South Bend Theatre Stories in 2012
BroadwayWorld brings you the Best of South Bend in the year 2012. Check out the Top Theatre Stories from each month during in the year 2012. We look forward to another exciting year of theatre in 2013!
Photo Flash: First Look at Amy Barker, Thomas Eiser & More in SBCT's INTO THE WOODS
South Bend Civic Theatre presents INTO THE WOODS, directed by Stephanie and Stephen Salisbury, and starring Amy Barker, Thomas Eiser, Barbara Garland, Dawn Hagerty, Justin Hissey, Kara Kane, Sean Leyes, Kelly Loughlin, Natalie MacRae, Jennifer Medich, Jacob Medich, Caitlin O'Brien, Rachel Raska, Margaret Rhein, Kristen Riggs, Joe Roman, Andrew Ross, Steven Russell, and Alexandria Sadowski. INTO THE WOODS opens tomorrow, July 27 and runs through August 12. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production below.
South Bend Civic Theatre Presents INTO THE WOODS, 7/27-8/12
What happens after 'happily ever after?' Fairy tale favorites Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, Jack (of beanstalk fame), Rapunzel and others find out the very real truth of 'be careful what you wish for.' Told in the gorgeous music of the legendary Stephen Sondheim, Into the Woods is a fun and fascinating grown-up take on dreams, wishes, and the price paid when our fantasies come true.
South Bend Civic Theatre Presents CAMELOT, 9/9-25
The legend of King Arthur comes to vibrant life in Lerner and Loewe's classic musical. Against the backdrop of a king striving to bring order to his chaotic land, the fabled love affair between Arthur's best friend and most trusted knight Lancelot and Queen Guenevere threatens to bring down the kingdom. The memorable score boasts such songs as 'I Wonder What the King is Doing Tonight,' 'C'est Moi,' 'The Lusty Month of May,' 'If Ever I Would Leave You,' 'What Do the Simple Folk Do?' and the title song 'Camelot.' Find a seat at the Round Table for South Bend Civic Theatre's production of 'one, brief shining moment' in legend, Camelot.
South Bend Civic Theatre Presents CAMELOT, 9/9-25
The legend of King Arthur comes to vibrant life in Lerner and Loewe's classic musical. Against the backdrop of a king striving to bring order to his chaotic land, the fabled love affair between Arthur's best friend and most trusted knight Lancelot and Queen Guenevere threatens to bring down the kingdom. The memorable score boasts such songs as 'I Wonder What the King is Doing Tonight,' 'C'est Moi,' 'The Lusty Month of May,' 'If Ever I Would Leave You,' 'What Do the Simple Folk Do?' and the title song 'Camelot.' Find a seat at the Round Table for South Bend Civic Theatre's production of 'one, brief shining moment' in legend, Camelot.
AUNTIE MAME Sweeps Into South Bend Civic Theatre 5/6-22
Pull up a seat at life's banquet as South Bend Civic Theatre proudly presents one of the great comic characters of the 20th century in her original (non-musical) stage incarnation, Auntie Mame, May 6th through May 22nd in the Wilson Mainstage Auditorium 403 N. Main Street, South Bend.