Author Archives: Bethany Leslie

Clio Cast and Crew presents Cinderella of Loreland

Reviewed by Amber Anger Clio Cast and Crew product of Cinderella of Loreland, directed by Shane Wachowics, is a 70’s retelling of the classic fairy tale we all know and love, with a comical twist that will delight families and … Continue reading

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Familial Struggles and Love is at the Heart of UofM-Flint’s Production of Proof

Reviewed by Bethany Leslie When one thinks of family, especially in the modern-day, there are various things to consider. Relationships, love, who takes of whom, struggles, support, acceptance, and much more. But does one also have to take into consideration … Continue reading

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Murder Most Foul at Flint Community Players

Reviewed by Amber M. Dillard The bard was alive tonight in Flint as the Flint Community Players opened their production of Hamlet by William Shakespeare and directed by Kevin Emmons. One of Shakespeare’s most famous tragic plays; complete with murder, intrigue, madness, … Continue reading

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History and Memory Hit a Homerun in ‘Saints’ at The New McCree Theatre

Reviewed by Sherrema A. Oom-Dove The Saints of St. John Street, written by Executive Director and resident playwright Charles H. Winfrey, is semi-autobiographical. Directed by McCree veteran Patricia Enright, the play is set in 1955 and the hapless schoolboys of … Continue reading

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Singing Praises for Clio Cast and Crew’s production of The Hallelujah Girls

Reviewed by Karla Froehlich The Clio Cast and Crew opened The Hallelujah Girls this past weekend to a warm reception by appreciative audiences. I attended Saturday night with a group of theatre revelers engaging with the actors telling this funny … Continue reading

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The Complete Works of William Shakespeare [Abridged] is a Must See!

Reviewed by Amber Dillard The bard was alive tonight in Flint with the University of Michigan-Flint’s Theatre and Dance’s production of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare [Abridged] by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield and directed by William … Continue reading

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Flint Repertory Theatre presents the World Premiere of Into the Side of A Hill

We Are…We Are…. A Winner! Reviewed by Bethany Leslie Step back into the pre-pandemic times of 2004, three years after 9/11, into an Ohio HBCU college classroom where a step team is preparing for a homecoming competition. Like many other … Continue reading

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FCP’s Amélie Isn’t Hard for Dreamers as it Breathes Life and Love into the Flint Community.

Review by Stephen Visser It was this reviewer’s pleasure to be treated to a night of theatre at Flint Community Players on Saturday night to Amélie; a musical adaptation of the incredibly whimsical film of the same name. Amélie features … Continue reading

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But Whatever They Offer You….Go See This Show!

Review by Bethany Leslie with Mary Coggins Glam, sparkle, rock, and man-eating plants—who could ask for anything more on a wintery night? Flint Repertory Theatre treats the community to a two-night event of the cult-classic Little Shop of Horrors In … Continue reading

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‘She Kills Monsters’ opens the UM-Flint Theatre season

Reviewed by Bethany Leslie Escapism can be a lifesaver when life is just too hard to face. This is especially true during one’s teenage years of getting to know who you are and coming to see the beauty in one’s … Continue reading

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