Faces the girl makes during her Luisa monologue. (Four more chances to see The Fantasticks.)

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Their faces when another dad joke drops. See The Fantasticks today at 2 or next week Thu-Sun.

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And again I ush.

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My big brother and my son facing off in chess. I am totally outclassed here.

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Support the arts in your community!

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The Fantasticks (Oct 18-27)

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Come see Carolyn and her talented castmates in The Fantasticks (Theatre Factory, Trafford Pa.)

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Finally — the pace at work subsides a bit.

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Hearing "Godzilla on My Mind" author Wiliam Tsutsui

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Go not to the elves for counsel, for they will say both no and yes.

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Saint Crispin’s Day Speech from “Henry V”

Dennis Jerz performs the famous speech proclaimed by the titular king before the Battle of Agincourt, from William Shakespeare’s “Henry V.” (WAOB Audio Theatre)

She was a musical ingenue Sunday, filmed a slasher movie past midnight Monday, and was prepared for dance kinesiology class Tuesday morning.

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Fanciful Fun in Theatre Factory’s “The Fantasticks”

A great review from Pittsburgh in the Round: Aided by Kirk Howe’s skillful musical direction, and the excellent instrumental work of Howe (Keyboard 1) Beth Minda (Keyboard 2), Dave Minda (Bass Guitar), and Jesse Wall (Percussion), the performers of Theatre Factory’s latest production dazzle and elate throughout the many silly twists and turns. Fantasticks is wonderfully…

Fantasticks (Theatre Factory, Oct 18-27)

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