Category Archives: The TICKET

Carolyn Wong Triumphs in Crighton’s “DOLLY”

Posted on February 21, 2018 by The People's Critic

After a historically sad and troubling week for Americans aware of the tragic events in Florida, the abundant joy that is now being offered by the Stage Right Players production of HELLO DOLLY at Conroe’s gorgeous Crighton Theatre, could not … Continue reading →

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A Breathtaking WEST SIDE STORY Dances Into the Owen Theatre

Posted on May 15, 2017 by The People's Critic

All Photos by DigiSmiles Photography [Click any photo to enlarge] Something quite remarkable is happening at the Owen Theatre in Conroe, Texas. For those within the sound of my journalistic voice, I would recommend obtaining tickets to the Players Theatre … Continue reading →

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Musical Artistry Prevails on Night of YTA Gala and Concert of Finalists

Posted on March 16, 2017 by The People's Critic

[Click Any Photo to Enlarge]  There was an atmosphere of celebration last weekend here in Texas. As folks looked forward to the end of winter’s dark days and the arrival of Daylight Savings Time, students and families prepared to welcome … Continue reading →

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A Glorious MY FAIR LADY at Crighton Theatre

Posted on February 15, 2017 by The People's Critic

[ Click Any Photo to Enlarge ] It’s literally “off to the races,” for another Stage Right blockbuster with the arrival of the current production of MY FAIR LADY at the Crighton Theatre. Director, Manny Cafeo, has done it again … Continue reading →

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“MURDER” With Extra Mayhem from TWHS Theatre

Posted on October 5, 2016 by The People's Critic

There is a certain buzz of energy, excitement and enthusiasm before the curtain goes up on a high school theatrical production. I remember it well from my schooldays as a young actor in New York, and it was everywhere in … Continue reading →

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THE PRODUCERS Explodes Across the Crighton Stage

Posted on February 18, 2016 by The People's Critic

[Click any photo to enlarge. All photos by Michael Pittman] By DAVID DOW BENTLEY III http://www.ThePeoplesCritic.com Old timers will remember early television’s Ed Sullivan and his long-running variety program, “Toast of the Town,” which was eventually renamed after the legendary … Continue reading →

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Houston Symphony’s SINATRA CENTENNIAL a Spectacular Success

Posted on November 3, 2015 by The People's Critic

The Houston Symphony certainly started off this month of November with a sensational concert in Jones Hall. Titled, SINATRA’S CENTENNIAL, the program was a wonderful look back at the countless songs that have come to be closely identified with the … Continue reading →

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A Fond Good-Bye to BYE BYE BIRDIE at the Owen Theatre

Posted on September 24, 2015 by The People's Critic

[Click any photo to enlarge ] As I put pen to paper for this review, I am reminded of that wise old expression: “Better late than never.” As a critic, I have never been fond of reviewing shows on opening … Continue reading →

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Crighton Strikes Gold with “ON GOLDEN POND”

Posted on September 17, 2015 by The People's Critic

[ Editor’s Note: Click any photo to enlarge ] There was a special kind of warmth and intimacy coming across the footlights when director, Jim Walker, stepped out on the Crighton Theatre stage last Saturday night to speak with great … Continue reading →

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“JOSEPH” Gives the People What They Want at TUTS

Posted on March 20, 2015 by The People's Critic

With Spring Break underway for many in surrounding Houston areas, the Theater Under the Stars offering of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT had no opening week shortage of eager young faces looking down to the stage from box seats … Continue reading →

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