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The Pioneer theater is a nice spot to see a live show. The theater itself is on the small side so you'd be hard pressed to find a bad seat. The theater is in the middle of the U of U campus so parking can be unpleasant as there isn't a dedicate lot for the theater. There were refreshments available in the lobby during intermission, but the lobby is pretty cramped with only a few chairs. The prices for the show we attended were pretty high for the quality of the venue and production which were average to slightly below average. I'd recommend this theater, but you can probably find better options if you look around. There are better quality theaters in and around Salt Lake for a lower price.Dustin Klein

We're new to the area, so this was our first time ar Pioneer Theater and we were excited and glad to experience yet another great theater option in the Salt Lake Valley. The facility was excellent with great sound, lighting, and seating, and the production was outstanding! The visibility was great from the balcony where we were seated for this production of Hello Dolly. We'll definitely be back!Jeff S

I really enjoy going to the place here, you sit close it's not that crowded and the plays are usually very good with great performers. I actually prefer it over the eccles Center which is way too large. In fact I think the best shows I've seen have been at the Pioneer theater better than anything I've seen it Eccles it's a better stage and a better set upscott crandall

Beware, if you purchase box seats on the left side of the theater, there is ZERO access to bathrooms. Up four flights of stairs and on the right side of the theater. You'll miss the opening number. I guess it's better than spending $300 per ticket on Hamilton and looking at the back of an old white guy's head for 2.5 hours. Apparently there was a rotating stage… Another bonus: while you go to the bathroom and send your kid to wait in line for 15 minutes for water, they only take cards so you also don't get any water. Three shows in six months at DCPA and I think we're done. 👎👎👎Katie Keltie

Last night we got to see a performance of Choir Boy. The actors themselves were wonderful and the set minimal. It's always interesting how a couple of benches can be shuffled around a stage and you know exactly what space is being depicted. The show has shower scenes that were so elegantly done that the nudity became part of the art. A difficult subject put to the audience and demystified. We have had season tickets since 1986 and look forward to each production.Mimi Platte

I only walked through the huge "atrium" bit. It was breath-taking. The arched skylights, the birds ambiently singing, the ample walking space. I've yet to attend a show here, but the selection was amazing. Many glamor shots were taken.Daniel Pitas

My children have attended Rowland Hall since they were 3 years old. Today one is in 6th grade and the other in 9th grade. We have all enjoyed being part of the Rowland Hall community. The teachers know each student personally and encourage students to be their absolute best selves, not only academically but personally. There are many things I appreciate about Rowland Hall, including the academics, community, staff, teachers, volunteer program, outside learning experiences, class trips, and the list goes on and on, but the number one thing I love about Rowland Hall is that my daughters love school. I attribute this to the excellent teachers and staff. So grateful we found RHSM!Julie Barbero

Words cannot express how thrilled we have been with Rowland Hall for our children. The school is on the leading edge of educational best practices and has put a tremendous amount of resources into faculty continuing education. Additionally, we feel Rowland Hall has the most diverse cultural mix of any school in the Salt Lake Valley. All of this adds up to an amazingly nurturing, innovative and inspiring school for our children.Akemi Louchheim

I wish I had attended Rowland Hall. I vowed, when I had children, that they would, and they have (and do). Two of our children graduated and are now enjoying college – having been prepped emotionally and academically for the rigor. Our two youngest kids, in middle school and high school now, are there and thriving. I can't imagine a more supportive, inclusive, creative, inquisitive environment.Dawn Houghton

The Egyptian Theatre, in my limited experience, is one of the best venues to attend a concert. It's tastefully decorated. The acoustics are excellent. Every seat on the main floor is a very good seat. There's nothing blocking one's view of the stage. The staff are very friendly and helpful. There are no extra fees to purchase a ticket online. It's a wonderful intimate setting with lots of history. And if you're coming from out of town, I strongly recommend parking your vehicle for free at the Kimball Junction Center and taking the free White Express bus to Main Street where it's a short, enjoyable walk to the Theatre. Save yourself the hassle and cost of trying to find a parking space in downtown Park City.Mark Martin

Awesome little venue. Great sound, comfortable enough seats, local business, pleasant atmosphere, and there isn't a bad seat location in the house. This is a traditional theater that has been updated for nearly 100 years, so it is a small venue with limited capacity compared to the giant venues of modern times. Their website recommends using a park and ride and taking the bus into downtown Park City. I can see why, as parking is very limited downtown and the streets are easily congested.Wesley Brehm

Music lovers listen up! What an amazing VENUE. A great place to spend this year when all LIVE concerts are coming back. The energy of this place is incredible! We had an amazing time @Devotchka concert. If you are in Park City this is a must place to visit and enjoy great live music.Martha Black Zapata (Ma)

We started training with Will 3 years ago in his group class. We hesitated signing up because the idea of being in a class and with a trainer intimidated me. We finally signed up and it was one of the best things we had ever done. Hands down, we had the best class! It was so much fun (yes, working out was actually fun and we actually looked forward to going). Will does circuit training in these classes and you can do it at your level and speed and take a break when needed. We lost 30 inches total and even more importantly, our health improved so much. Prior to class, I could barely do this hike with our youth group and struggled. The next year, we did the same hike and we led the way and the youth had a hard time keeping up with us. One other thing that stood out is when we helped our daughter move. We were carrying mattress by ourselves, up and down 3 flights of stairs with no hesitation and did circles around our young adult children. All of them commented on how amazed they were at our strength and endurance. I haven't felt this great in 20 years. My confidence, health, strength, balance all improved. Now moving onto my review about Will. You couldn't find a better trainer. We love Will and have been with him for 3 years now. We improved so much in strength and ability, we decided we wanted more results and so we switched to personal training with Will after a year and a half. Will has a way to motivate you, push you, but also is understanding and merciful at realizing your incapacitating circumstances (injuries, illnesses, surgery recovery restrictions, etc). He is educated to know injuries and how to still work out, without further injuring yourself so you can keep working out despite the limitations. I had a kidney removed while personal training and the doctor was amazed at how quickly I rebounded and said it was because of my condition prior to surgery. 6 weeks post-op, I was back to doing push ups (limited number though) and a year later all of my stomach muscles have returned to full use. Will has such a friendly and fun personality but also has such a calming way of pushing you beyond your limits. My husband and I often times complained and joked about the gym, but Will put up with us and adapts to easily to his clients. If you're looking for someone to help you achieve your goals, whether it be weight loss, overall health, increasing you endurance, strength, or balance, Will is the best there is! I've referred many co-workers and friends to Will and he has done a phenomenal job in changing their lives as well.Lisa Munns

Will is basically the perfect trainer. I'm so grateful I found him after a Google search for a Olympic lifting coach in my area. He is upbeat and encouraging without being obnoxiously over the top. He never gives you more than you can handle, but always pushes you to do your best even if you think you can't. And then celebrates your wins with you! He gets that life is real, and nobody is perfect. He knows we're in it for the long run and won't try to push "get slim fast" garbage on you. I've been training with him for almost 3 months now and the progress we've made is so encouraging already! I have a back issue and he's very mindful of it so I feel safe and valued as an actual individual, not "just another client" which I greatly appreciate. I really enjoy the flexibility in the workouts we do. It's never exactly the same, which is how life is! Functional fitness is where it's at! He is very reasonable in cost too! Highly, highly recommended.Gillian Steenblik

Will has been training my son for over a year now, and I’m so glad that we have found his gym class through a friend. My son really likes it and it’s keeping him working hard and motivated to go back. My son made a connection with Will, he listens to him, to his advise which is great being a teenager, he needed a coach like that. As a mom, I’m happy and grateful for Will being there to train him. Doing an awesome job! ***Since then I also have joined the group fitness clases myself and feel so much stronger and fitter than before. Will is an awesome trainer, his workout kick butt and push you to a better looking and fitter you! I recommend him to anyone looking to get fit or got into a plateau, his workouts will kick you into the next level! Awesome!!!Adriana Teles

I’ve seen maybe upwards of 150 performances here in my short life of 14 years. Every single performance is absolutely incredible. This theater literally raised me and has shaped such a huge piece of who I am. Most Recently at this theater, I went 7 times to see sound of music. I saw opening night so it only made sense to see closing too. Because of the small size, the feeling in this theater on closing night was absolutely unmatched. Being surrounded by people who love theater as much as you do is such an incredible feeling. I was sobbing the whole night just enjoying the show by myself. This theater is amazing.June Wiley

We were in town and saw Camelot. At first, I was hesitant due to the size of the theatre. (We are in Arizona and the Gilbert theatre is much bigger.) But the actors did a great job! The singing, acting, costumes, etc were all top notch. Parking was fine and will call quick. A bit narrow entrance area. Our seats in 3rd row south were excellent. Easy to exit when snow was over. Glad we visited while in the area.Christa Dandoy

This Orem location always has high quality, family friendly, entertaining shows. I have been going for 20 years and I have never been disappointed. It is theater in the round, meaning seats are all around the stage (usually 3 sides) and you are very close to the actors. If you are scared of spit, stay away from the front row! Small theater, you feel like you are right in the action.Elisa Black

Utah Copa is an amazing place for children to learn and grow in their performing skills. The teachers are professionals/top in their field and the studio space is incredible! Students are given amazing opportunities to perform and share their talents in professional settings. I would highly recommend Utah Copa!!Jocelyn Robinson

Both my daughters take here. It's a fun a positive environment that I recommend to all our children's friends' parents. The teachers are incredible, and highly qualified. Honestly, I think the difference for this place is the quality of teachers. Top notch all aroundChase Nielsen

If your child loves singing, dancing, acting and is looking to develop talents, make fun memories and new friends, Utah COPA is the place for them! Amazing performing arts studio. I highly recommend!Shae Robins

I had a buy one get one free coupon for a few days so I went to order my favorite pizza the Mediterranean chicken Only to be told they discounted it a dollar just so it wouldn’t qualify for the buy one get one deal. If you’re going to run a deal at least have all the pizzas available so we can get them for the deal. I’m sure it’s not just this Papa Murphy’s fault but it’s ridiculous. I can go other places with a buy one get one coupon and get any pizza that I want. I went to the chat on the customer service line and they offered me a whopping 25% off instead of half off. Such generosity but it didn’t solve the problem that I had in the first place which was it. After seeing this post, the manager called me and did offer me the buy one get one free with the pizza.Jonathan L

Horrible lazy customer service. I placed an order and told it would be 25 min. I arrived right at my 25 min wait go to the door and it is locked. This lady opens the door and says sorry we are closed. I tell her I'd like to get my already placed order, she replied well we are closed and closed our tills, we have tour pizza made but you can come back tomorrow and we can have you pay and pick up your pizza, we will save it for you. ARE YOU KIDDING ME! YOU MEAN YOU CANT MENTION YOUD BE CLOSED AFTER MY WAIT TIME OR WAIT TO CLOSE KNOWING YOU TOOK MY ORDER…..SADLY THIS IS TWICE NOW THIS HAS HAPPENED AT THIS LOCATION AND I GO AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK, BUT THIS WAS JUST TO MUCH. WHAT A JOKE!Brandon Purser

We ordered the Cheeseburger Bacon Pizza and Timmy, one of the employees there, mentioned that we could make fry sauce to dip the pizza in. We did that and the results were incredible! The whole family loved the pizza and fry sauce. The service at this location has always been wonderful. The staff are always friendly and helpful and the service is fast. Highly recommended.R Ox (242rox)

For parents who have been divorced or never married, beware of this school district. If a custodial parent lies about who the biological father or mother is on enrollment forms, they will not check to see if government documents are forged, but they will give the non custodial biological parent grief and force them to prove who they are in their relationship to the child. Furthermore even after proving relationship status to the child they will attempt to alert the supposed custodial parent over SIMPLE inquiries about their processes and procedures for enrolling a child at any of the schools within the district. What's worse is they won't even attempt to prosecute the custodial parent for falsifying information on enrollment documents. As a parent of a child living in the Ogden school district, if it were possible I would give them a -5 star review for giving the opportunity to criminals who may be related or unrelated to a child to successfully kidnap a child without question.Crystal Huntsman

I have nothing but great things to say about Ogden School District!! They were very helpful when I applied to do homeschool for my son due to bullying happening at the elementary and Junior high School he went to and it was just a wonderful experience I had no problems whatsoever and they were very understanding and it was just very pleasant and I really appreciated how they handled things!Angela Poll

Got what I needed. That's the only good part. Ms. Valerie in administration, told me I look like a sketchy person. Pretty rude. If that's the standard for school district administration than it's no wonder the education system is failing these kids.Nicholas Tuason (801 Honda's President)

We loved our field trip to the Scera Shell!! It was our first field trip in 2 years. Not only were we able to watch an amazingly professional show, but the cast of actors were able to spend some time answering questions after the performance for my students. We were really impressed with the backdrops, the costumes, the musical abilities, and acting in general. Wow!! They even went over the top with giving my students a snack. My students were over the moon excited!! What a treat! We will definitely come back and are super grateful for this wonderful experience. Love, Providence Hall Elementary, 4th grade Students, Ms. Monique’s class ♥️Monique Chapman

I do costume design for film and frequently end up with more than I can manage at home. The SCERA has always appreciated my donations, and it makes me feel good to see them worn in various productions. As a non-profit, I can also get a tax deduction, which is so helpful with all the sewing I do on these costumes. Our daughter is an actor and world-class mezzo-soprano who wore many of these over the years. I hated to part with them, but it's nice to know they went to a good home. reallyrachel (dot) com if you would like to hear her voice. 😉Kjirstin Youngberg

Saw A Christmas Story last night and loved it! The actors were all talented and I was especially blown away by all of the child actors. Ralphie was amazing and the little girl who played one of the bullies stole the show! They put a lot of detail into the props and sets and even had real dogs on stage. In the restaurant scene, the family was actually eating real food- I just loved the attention to realistic detail that I haven't always seen at other theaters. Such a fun show! I want to make seeing this play a Christmas tradition!Sara G

The most lively and profoundly sublime soul moving performance I've had the fortune to experience. Utah doesn't deserve the talent that is being so exquisitely curated in what can truly be described as a wholly sacred space of expression and communion of magical thinking.Olivia-Michelle McKee

We've been here four or five times and love it! It's so charming and intimate. They're so passionate about their craft, and everyone is incredibly friendly. Their selections are top notch – we haven't been disappointed in any plays. They even have wine sometimes!Leah Leavitt

We were so impressed with our experience with backstage performing arts. Our daughter was in their Jungle Book show this summer. We loved how they divided up parts so that every kid, no matter how big their role, had plenty of stage time. The costumes, scenery and sound were done very well and made for a polished production. However, what left us most impressed was the culture that they have created at their studio. It was clear that kindness is a priority for them. Doing your best, learning that you can have fun creating, working together, and that you don’t have to be absolutely perfect to be awesome were also things we could see that valued. As a parent, I really appreciated that they were able to promote a ‘doing your best’ work ethic without heaping unrealistic pressure on me or my child. They let kids be kids while teaching them all about the theater and the fun of making a show come together. Our daughter has already asked if she can do another show with them.Rebekka

Backstage is an outstanding place to be! They not only put on the most spectacular shows, but they care deeply about the individual growth of every student. My 10 year old daughter has been attending classes for three years and has grown in tremendous ways. Her confidence has soared while being a part of the amazing performances. The voice coaching has been fantastic! I love how they challenge and push their students to accomplish more than they think they can. When you walk in you will experience a place of inclusion, and find out very quickly that these professionals are here for the kids. They want the kids to succeed and do their best. I very highly recommend Backstage Performing Arts!!!Ally Poulton

I love Backstage! They are a Children’s Theater and Musical Theater studio that teaches singing, dancing, acting lessons and even aerial silks! My daughter wishes she had something like this when she was growing up. The teachers are professionals with degrees and the production teams are so creative! I love seeing their musicals here. They do plays with littles all the way through teens. They even have a Homeschool Program during the day and a Costume Shop where they teach sewing lessons. I’ve enjoyed seeing them expand and I can’t wait to see the next show at BPA.Teresa DuPaix

Love this cinema. Great location, plenty of parking and you can grab a bite to eat before or after in the food court. Took my two teens and reserved seats online, then scanned the barcode from my phone. There’s a small arcade in the entrance which is fun for the little ones (and big ones 🙂 Extremely clean, spacious with great decor. As always, the drinks and other concessions are well overpriced- $5 for a soda 🤔 BYO drinks and treats … sorry Cinemark) but defo get the popcorn 🍿 The seats are luxury recliners which stretch all the way out so if you’re a bit tired, you might doze off, they’re that comfy! We went on a Sunday and we virtually had the place to ourselves. I’m sure Fri and Sat nights are buzzing but I like the chill, quiet Sunday vibe. The biggest draw is easy access with loads of parking outside the mall (park on the SW or SE end for easy access). The mall itself is fairly basic although the food court is alright (Pretzel-maker, the Chinese and Greek place is good). There’s a few decent stores although footlocker has been quite disappointing lately. I’ll do a separate review on the mall sometime 🙂 I’d give this an absolute 10/10, but Cinemark, please reduce your concession prices – they cost more than the movie tickets. We’ll be back soon!Hayley M

Not the best theater. The staff was huge but most were just standing around. We went to a 4pm show and the consessions stand had one person actually doing orders while 4 others just stood around behind the counter. They were out of nearly everything from nachos to slushies to hot dogs. No signs to let us know prior to ordering. The girl actually working was possibly tired, but very unfriendly. And there was another line of 5 employees with purple just standing around in the hall. The theater itself had nice seating and good sound. It was sad how dead the place was with more employees than customers. On leaving the theater the strange line of employees just stood staring at us….we left nothing to clean up. It was a bit disconcerting. I won't return to this particular theater. The location inside the mall was not very convenient and the poor staff made it unattractive for future shows.Steampunk Wolf

usually i love going to this theater as it’s in a convenient location. the last several times i have gone to this theater, i have not been able to fully enjoy my movie and get my moneys worth. i just went and saw the new halloween movie and there were people talking the entire time and they kept turning on their flashlight. i could tell that most of the theater was annoyed. i went out to find an employee to see if they could intervene, but there was not a single employee around. i know this is not entirely cinemarks fault but it happens every single time we go to this location and i am very disappointed.Kenzie Flynn

I just watched Treasure Island and it was amazing!! It was incredible how they used the stage and props. The stage was even surrounded by water and it was definitely used. The acting was so good too. I brought 2 of my teenagers with me and they kept saying how much they loved it and how much fun it was. The theater itself is beautiful and so well kept. The staff is friendly and willing to help. I have nev been to a live theater where they allow snacks and drinks inside. So that was definitely a fun bonus. I am so glad we have such amazing quality love theater so close to home.Jennifer Fugal

Awesome performance of "Singing in the Rain" at the Hale Centre Theater. My first time to visit this location and I was bowled over by the fantastic venue, where they, among other amazing stunts and special effects, LITERALLY made it rain during the show – twice! And not just a little splash – full downpour😄 ☔️ Service was friendly, the seats and all facilities were great and I'm already looking forward to future shows here.Anne Frank

This was our first time coming to the Hale Center Theater. I was absolutely amazed at the quality of acting, the atmosphere of the theater, and the special effects! We came here for Singin' In The Rain, and they literally made it rain on the stage for 10 minutes for the iconic song. If you're considering coming, do it- you will not be disappointed!! Loved every minute of it.Kim Dodds

Repertory Dance Theater is a professional theater. And when I mean professional their behavior and attention to detail is very professional. I have enjoyed every interaction with all their staff members and volunteers. Their programs are phenomenal. Their out reach programs to schools and elderly are top notch. I don’t interact much with professional dance companies, But other dance companies should hope to be like Repertory Dance Theater.Jonathan Tate

This week I had the pleasure if checking out the final dress rehearsal for Voices by Repertory Dance Theatre. The dancers are incredibly talented and the choreographers bring so much vision and life to movement, touch and physical narrative. Rose Wagner Theatre is great and gives such a nice ambience to the experience as well. I'm excited to see more from RDTHeather Graham

RDT is so special because it brings dance history to Utah audiences. I am so lucky to have witness their latest production, Voices. The Rose Wagner Theatre is absolutely gorgeous, and the talent of the choreographers and dancers is undeniable.Francesca Mintowt-Czyz

This is a quaint small theater. We went to watch The Adamms Family. It was amazing. Slightly interactive and full of fun and joy. I will most definitely watch a show here again. The only thing is that I wish there was popcorn, but at the same time not, because it's so small, I fear it would be overwhelming with the sound.Alexandra Holdeman

I’ve done 4 shows at this Theatre and hope to be in more. It’s such an amazing theatre with an amazing environment and wonderful people. Owners Jacci and Kim Florence are extremely nice and very welcoming. There has been so much hard work put into productions by so many great volunteers and there’s never a bad show. ❤️Declan McAlhany

I love love love this theater!! I was in my first show ever here over 15 years ago and have been back many times. Not only are the shows all amazing, but the people are more amazing. I have made so many life long friends. And I always feel at home. Thank you all who work to put these shows on!Lana Schow

I love going here with family and friends.The last show I saw here was Egress it was amazing and relevant for the time now. The shows are amazing and the diversity is great too. I have never seen a bad show here. Been going here for years. Love the remodels that have been done as well that Leopard carpet looks great. I can't wait for the Premiere of 'Passing Strange'. One of my favorite performances there was 'Form of a Girl Unknown' and many others. Also, a fan of the kids performances at the end of the year where I take my nieces and nephews. Keep up the great work and bringing these amazing actors/actresses. Amazing talent! I can't say enough good things about SLAC. Thanks for keeping patrons safe with vaccine requirements and masks right now.Marika Lyons

Amazing theater located in North Salt Lake. My kids loved watching Pete the Cat and have seen several other fun plays over the years! The actors and actresses are very engaging and the question and answer time after the play is so much fun for the kids. Kids also look forward to the sugar cookies which are fantastic and custom-made for each play. There is plenty of parking located just in front of the theater or in the school next-door. Ticket prices are very reasonable and well worth it. We even got to say hello to the SLAC cat who greeted us when we arrived to the theater.S M

Pleasant theatre in a residential quiet neighborhood.. The set was unique and versatile in the way actors changed the scenery to support the show… The show we saw was extremely well acted by the few actors who switched their roles and ages and major themes of the production… Talented singers dancers and clearly capable of showing their diverse roles the respect the creators deserved.. What a pleasant experience at a reasonable price… We will certainly look into the next options as the summer approaches.. Great Job SLAC !!!!dave simpson

In a time of discord, uncertainty, fear, and anxiety, Odyssey Dance Theatre plunges headfirst into the fire of battle. In a time where the theater industry is crumbling into a downward spiral of financial darkness, Odyssey shines a light. Odyssey Dance Theatre's annual production of Thriller, which is currently touring in several cities in Utah, is a pioneering example of bravery, fortitude, and dedication. Every single member of the company dances with the utmost athleticism and prowess of an Olympian. Their preparation for the countless rehearsals are grueling and albeit one of the hardest warm-ups I have ever witnessed. Let me state the facts since I know I am associated to the dance company on a personal level. My comments and opinions may sound biased. But believe me, they are not. They come from a point-of-view of someone who has seen them struggle, evolve, and persevere. As an Asian American and a theater performer, I have seen their efforts to correct their faults and failures. I have seen them reach out to the Asian community. As a result, they were greeted with a spectrum of responses, from downright hate and anger to compromise and peace. Do not let politics hinder your lenses when you are trying to have a good time at the theater. See art and expression for what it is. So my review of Odyssey Dance Theatre is this: GO! GO! GO! Be entertained. You deserve it! Smile behind those masks with your children and your loved ones. Witness some of the best dancers on this Earth who are capable of an assortment of dance styles. Dancers who are so good that you won't believe that it was the same person who transitioned from a classical ballet to a full-out hip hop routine. Be transported into a world of fantasy and imagination as these performers create a stage of magic for you. With their sweat and tears. Do not cancel them out because you had a bad day. They perform for you not for the money, but because they love what they do and dance is their life. As they carry you through the season of Halloween, Christmas, and Easter, let them give you the gift of dance in the only way that they know how. Through beauty and grace. Gain an admiration for their hard work and passion. During these uncertain times of quarantine, loss, pain, grief, and confusion, let Odyssey Dance Theater give you an hour of their time to smile, laugh, and be merry once again. They have taken all the necessary precautions to be safe and respect each other, and still, they are performing! These dancers are not to be missed. They are to be watched and respected. Let them inspire you. And by being there, you will inspire them. Happy Halloween everyone!Eymard Cabling

Odyssey is such a unique gift to the dance community, especially in Utah. If you are bored with the typical dance performances you see, then ODT always has something creative and out of the box. They are an extremely talented and hard working group of dancers and artists. Let's not forget about the wonderful costumes and productions! It is not common for dance companies to be around for this long, and to be so successful. There are even some lifelong company members who always come back because of how much they love the ODT family. I danced with the company in the past and those couple seasons we're some of my favorite years of my dance career. I found a family. I finally fit in within the dance community since I was always well-rounded and never stuck to just one genre of dance. I've lived and danced professionally in NYC and other cities, and there is nothing like ODT. If you are not a dancer, then you will not understand that the themes or stories are part of the theatrical part of the shows/company. Thriller's dance with the Lost Boys and girl being attacked… that is based on the original story and is a clear depiction. There is no underlying evil intension – just art – just expression – just storytelling, something ODT is best known for! The director is one of the most hard working directors I have worked with and puts everything into the shows and the dancers. So before you post a rude comment about a show, take a second and think about how difficult it is to even get a show started or how difficult it is to make things different, instead of going with the norm when it comes to storylines and character choices. Odyssey was great when I was there and through watching/hearing from current dancers, it appears they continue to provide opportunities for performers and continue to put on entertaining shows.Hope Parker

Thriller never fails to… well, THRILL! I could never ever get sick of it. Which is why I’m so extremely distraught at the fact that this is their last year as a Dance Theatre. Nothing could ever replace the magic of Thriller each fall. I am so saddened to see it go. “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.” I’m still crying though. I went to a matinee in Park City, just went to the one in Logan, and I have tickets for one in Salt Lake City in a few weeks. I just can’t get enough. I really hope that this is not Thriller’s final resting place after this year. I have hope that someday it will come back from the grave. PLEASE!! I don’t think the dancers or creators or Derryl realize how much they have touched people throughout the past 28 years. I’ve been going to see the show for about 10 years and it just gets better each time I see it. I also had the chance to be a part of the guest zombie cast last year and I’m so happy I got that opportunity before they shut their doors for good. Again, I really don’t want this to be the end. I hope one day it will come out of the ashes. Thank you Odyssey for such an amazing journey. You and Thriller will always be in my heart. If I could give 13 stars I would.Emily Alexander

Saw Arsenic and Old Lace and it was great! A creative take on a classic. I never expected sexual tension between the villains, but I thought it was an interesting take and I respect that. It seemed pretty obvious that the actors were having a lot of fun. I love it when I can feel that chemistry between everyone. This was my first time seeing a show at OPPA. I was nervous to try a new place, but even more nervous for my husband to be watching Arsenic for the first time. I'm glad to say OPPA did a good job in creating another fan of the show. The stage is very intimate. I dug that a lot. I plan on always making sure I score a front row seat for that kind of stage. A minor note: I very much wish the actors had microphones. They are easy to hear and understand, but mainly because with the lack of microphones, talking very loudly and shouting become necessary. Perhaps a bit too much shouting to the point of overacting–even for a comedy–at times. But, that's of course just a personal opinion. I don't claim to be a well-rounded critic or a see-er of all the shows out in the world. Any such complaints that I have are really very minor, because I really dig the atmosphere the show provided. It was nice to feel a sense of community again. Hopefully, it lasts. If there's one thing that's certain after all this time, we need theater alive to remind us of what it's like to be alive.Elizabeth Auron

My son had been taking voice lessons here from a talented teacher. We were planning on one of our children auditioning for a show, but saw that they require everyone who auditions, including children, to have had the COVID19 vaccine. When I was asking my son's voice teacher if this was correct, the theater owner/director came out of a doorway next to us and became very upset. He interrupted me, saying he didn't have to do this conversation, and began raising his voice. I found myself raising my voice to match his rather than allow myself to be steamrolled and talked over. I could see that he was continuing to interrupt and be rude, and I was not going to engage further with that, so we turned and left, with him talking loudly down the hall after us. I will not support a business which discriminates based on personal medical decisions, nor one whose owner behaves in such a manner.Melissa Butler

I went there because my parents basically made me do something over the summer last year, which was Shrek Jr. and I HATED IT. It started out good at first, but then it just got annoying. Some of the people in the cast were extremely hyperactive and annoying and it made me think I was gonna go insane. Especially this one kid… I’m not gonna name who though. I had to sit out in the hall until my parts came (which was very little) because some kids were that annoying. The place also kind of had some weird stench. We finally started doing shows, but one time before we started a show, apparently someone was saying horrible things and it made one of the cast members quit. Then it turned out to be someone spreading rumors. I was so happy I got out of it in the end. Serious waste of my time, I hated every second of it.DogeLuvsGaming

Saw the Wizard of Oz here tonight. What a wonderful fun experience! It was a fantastic production. A great little theater. We were greeted with smiles at every turn. The seats were comfortable. The sound was nice and loud. The special effects and digital images made it an even funnier experience. The best part was that the entire play was done with ASL. I don't know sign language but I enjoyed the production immensely. Actually the best part was this one dancer with white hair. I wish I knew their name. Everytime they came on stage I couldn't take my eyes of them. Flamboyantly fantastic and fabulous! I highly recommend going to any performance at this theater. It's a great experience.Shannon Kelley

It was great, watched the Addams family kids production. The lady talks way too long, when thriving all their program plans for 2023.. we there to see the show, not sign up. The kids did great, they need a better tech on the audio, I got the sense the kids were pretty talented but a majority of the time the music was loud and the voice or content was drowned out. They did great, wonderful entertainment. Decent price. Popcorn and soda were spot on. Bathrooms need a good deep clean- in fact, the building is old but there's no reason not to have pride in it. Overall- very impressed, these are just things that could add to the experience. Already set to go back next month.Kaylene Parsons

We saw an outstanding production of The Wizard of Oz in ASL and English. It was our first time at the theater and it won’t be our last! We were so impressed with the sets, the acting, the costumes, the singing and dancing, and the unique experience of seeing a musical in ASL (In my opinion it enhanced the show greatly!) Kudos to the director, cast, and production team.Emily Martin