Entertainment
'Drowsy Chaperone' opening 'well-received'
The ACT 1 performance of "Drowsy Chaperone" earned a warm reception from the opening night audience Thursday, says the director.
In the show has been so-well received that the Sunday matinee is already nearly sold out. ACT 1 reports, however, that many seats reman for the Friday and Saturday night performances.
"It was a very well received performance by the audience; everything about the performance went very smoothly, just as it was supposed to. In Depth: After 'Drowsy Chaperone' comes Les Mis to Palace screen
The Palace will remain closed for movies through Saturday, March 2.
ACT I Assistant Director Doug Martens raised the silver screen last Monday for dress and tech rehearsals in preparation for the four-day run of “The Drowsy Chaperone,” Thursday, February 28 through Sunday, March 3. Patrons of all ages may look forward to this light-hearted musical on the Palace stage. Cabaret will be held on Sunday
Cabaret will be held on Sunday, February 24, at 2:00 p.m. in the VS-HS Auditorium. Doors will open at 1:30 p.m.
In Depth: Gangster Squad and Drowsy Chaperone
The Palace opens with a three-day run of “Gangster Squad” before being closed Monday through Wednesday for rehearsals of ACT I’s “Drowsy Chaperone.”
“Gangster Squad” plays Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, February 22 -24 at 7 pm only. Rated R for strong violence and language, this 1940s mob film runs 110 minutes, and features an all-star cast. In Depth: Parental Guidance on screen; ACT 1 prepares 'Drowsy Chaperone'
Bring the whole family!
“Parental Guidance” plays the Palace on Friday, February 15 through Thursday, February 21 at 7 pm, and Monday, February 18 at 2 pm.
This very funny, well-written and well-acted comedy about grandparents coming to the realization that they are not the favorites stars Billy Crystal and Bette Midler as the grandparents, and Marisa Tomei, as their estranged daughter. In Depth - Life of Pi
What astonishes me is how much I love the use of 3-D in "Life of Pi." I've never seen the medium better employed, not even in "Avatar," and although I continue to have doubts about it in general, Lee never uses it for surprises or sensations, but only to deepen the film's sense of places and events. – Roger Ebert
Roger Ebert, avid hater of 3D, gives “Life of PI” 4 out of 4 stars and enthusiastically praises the movie’s storytelling and visual effects. Despite factual flaws, 'Lincoln' should awaken our interest in history
Monday was a presidential day for me, as I watched President Barack Obama's Second Inauguration before going to the packed Palace to see Lincoln.
We arrived early -- just after 1 p.m. -- and watched Marcy and the volunteers looking for empty seats as 2 p.m. approached.
Nearly two decades ago, as I was beginning my journalism career, I read just about every book on media that I could find.
In Depth - Jack Reacher, would you like a Tub or Bag with that?
Hardcore Jack Reacher fans, those who have devoured all 17 books by Lee Child, are already skeptical, even disappointed, to find Tom Cruise cast as their favorite protagonist. The Reacher of Child’s books is 6’5”, 250 pounds, with sandy blond hair.
So, why was Cruise cast as the ex-military hero in this movie based on Child’s 2005 novel, One Shot? He bought the rights and produced the film. Steve Martin Comedic Play Coming to Kirkwood
“Picasso at the Lapin Agile” plays February 7-10
Imagine Albert Einstein and Pablo Picasso sitting at a bar debating the value of genius and talent. Now think of what they’d say if actor/comedian Steve Martin was feeding them lines. That’s what an audience will enjoy as Kirkwood Community College opens its first spring theatrical performance, “Picasso at the Lapin Agile,” in February.
In Depth - The Hobbit: An Expected Journey
Loyal Middle-earth dwellers and ring lovers return to the fantasy world created by J.R.R. Tolkien, and now Peter Jackson, in “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.”
Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf the Grey, and Gollum play the Palace Friday, January 25 through Thursday, February 1 at 7 pm, and Monday, January 28 at 2 pm. “The Hobbit,” in glorious RealD 3D, is rated PG-13 runs a staggering two hours and 50 minutes.