June 10, 2019
On the onset, let me just say how thoroughly impressed I am with ECLIPSE, the emerging artists offshoot program of Summer Stock Stage, co-founded by Artistic Director Emily Ristine Holloway and Managing Director Rachel Riegel. Their inaugural production of “Spring Awakening” in 2017 and their... read more
July 26, 2018
When it comes to Summer Stock Stage productions, I have noted previously that I always feel like I am seeing the musical theatre stars of tomorrow when I review their productions. The fact is, there are SSS alums who have gone on to perform on... read more
September 23, 2017
“Electricity hung in the air.” Yes, it is a worn out cliché but there is simply no better way to describe Friday’s opening night of “Fun Home” at Phoenix Theatre. There was a great deal of anticipation emanating from the sold-out audience because it was... read more
September 18, 2017
When 12-year old Amelia Wray was cast as young Alison in the Phoenix Theatre regional premier of “Fun Home,” a buzz spread throughout Indy’s theatre community about her stunning audition. There was also a consensus that she was perfect for the role as small Alison... read more
September 17, 2017
I am just one of many who are absolutely delighted that former resident and Phoenix Theatre actor-director Suzanne Fleenor has returned to Indy. She’s here to direct five-time Tony Award® winning “Fun Home,” which opens the Phoenix Theatre’s 2017-2018 season Friday, Sept. 22 and plays through... read more
