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PIANIST LEANNE REES PERFORMS AT CENTER THE ELECTRIC THEATER AGATHA CHRISTIE’S THRILLER “MURDER ON FOR THE ARTS AT KAYENTA ANNIVERSARY HOSTS NATIVE GRASS BAND THE NILE” BEGINS AT BRIGHAM’S PLAYHOUSE - See Page 4 - See Page 4 - See Page 4 October 2018 Volume 23, Issue 8 TEA THYME NOW Gift Boutique OPEN!
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ON THE COVER: HURRICANE VALLEY THEATRICAL COMPANY PRESENTS “THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME” SEE STORY ON NEXT PAGE JOHN GRZESIAK AS FROLLO
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Page 2 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2018 “My favorite aspect of the show is its “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” an instant from Oct. 5–27 every Friday, Saturday, and simple yet profound overarching message: classic. Audiences will be swept away by the Monday at 7 p.m. with Saturday matinees All life has meaning and value, and no magic of this truly unforgettable musical. at 2 p.m. Performances will be at The matter what our differences are, we are “If you make the drive out to Hurricane Fine Arts Center, located at 92 much more alike than we are different,” Hurricane to see the show, you will S 100 W in Hurricane. For tickets, visit Meadows said. not be disappointed!” Meadows said. hurricanetheatrical.com or call (435) 668- To present such a powerful story ”The Hunchback of Notre Dame” runs 9753. HURRICANE can be a daunting task for any cast, but Nate Myers, the other actor portraying VALLEY Quasimodo, could not be more enthusiastic about the cast’s ability to do just that. THEATRICAL “It is rare to obtain the high volume of experienced male talent that this show COMPANY has,” Myers said. “It’s been astounding to see the principal roles in this show consist PRESENTS of highly experienced male performers such as Aaron Meadows, John Grzesiak, Greg Knell, and BJ Cox. These are performers “THE with ample acting experience, commanding stage presence, and glorious singing voices. HUNCHBACK I simply cannot wait for audiences to experience the performances of these men OF NOTRE and of the entire cast.” Myers is also enthusiastic about the DAME” environment Hurricane Valley Theatrical By Nicole Kimzey Company gives them to tell their tale. “Because of the stage size, this show The musical “The Hunchback of Notre is able to utilize a beautiful set that plays Dame” rings onto the stage as Hurricane with all sorts of elevated levels,” he said. Valley Theatrical Company brings this epic “This provides the cast with a whole new drama to southern Utah. Based on the set of tools when it comes to presenting Victor Hugo novel and songs from the their craft.” Disney animated feature, “The Hunchback Beyond the sweeping story and sets of Notre Dame” showcases a powerful story are individual characters that the actors along with the film’s Academy Award- construct, and for McKenzie it has been nominated score and new songs by Menken an absolute pleasure. McKenzie, a trained and Schwartz. dancer since youth, said that he loves Adults who usually shy away from that Esmeralda is a true dancer lead, lighthearted Disney-esque musicals should because that is rare in the musical theater not dismiss this powerful production. nowadays. Nate Myers as Quasimodo Disney films often alter original storylines “I very much identify with her love of to be more befitting a children’s film, but dance,” McKenzie said. “Beyond that, she this show is more rooted to original source also stands up against those who do her material: that of Hugo’s original novel. It and others wrong! To me, that is such an is a darker, more gothic adaptation of the admirable trait, and I can’t wait to bring film. that to the audience.” The brilliant and moving script is not Playing the physically deformed lost on its actors. character of Quasimodo presented the “I love the message of this show,” said two actors portraying the role a unique McKenzie Morgan, who plays the gypsy girl experience. Esmeralda. “This show is about love, it’s “The most challenging aspect of about how one act of kindness can change preparing for this role was letting a person’s whole world. If we can all reach Quasimodo’s physical restraints become as that level of compassion then ‘life will be organic and natural in my body as possible,” fairer, need will be rarer, greed will not pay!’ Meadows said. “Allowing his challenges to The play also dares ask the question, ‘What become my challenges while also allowing makes a monster and what makes a man?’ myself the freedom to make bold choices It’s about learning that someone’s heart is about his physical characteristics and what defines them, not what they look like mannerisms, all while singing and moving or the power they have over others.” around the stage. It has not been easy, but Aaron Meadows, one of the actors it has been incredibly rewarding.” double cast as the deformed Quasimodo, This incredibly talented cast, moving echoed McKenzie’s sentiment. score, and powerful story make Hurricane Valley Theatrical Company’s production of
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The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2018 • Page 3 thrilling production will have you on the edge of your seat and is sure to have you asking, “Who done it?” PIANIST LEANNE REES This stage version of the 1944 murder mystery play by crime writer Agatha PERFORMS “SPANISH” Christie is based on her 1937 novel “Death on the Nile.” Performances are running SOUNDS” AT CENTER FOR AGATHA Thursdays through Saturdays at 7 p.m., with matinee performances at 2 p.m. on THE ARTS AT KAYENTA CHRISTIE’S Saturdays. Tickets for adults are $23, for seniors $21, and for children over 5 and ANNIVERSARY THRILLER students $17. You can purchase tickets at By Jan Broberg “MURDER ON brighamsplayhouse.com or by visiting or Rees composed music for the theatrical calling the playhouse box office. production of Shirley Jackson’s “Haunting Brigham’s Playhouse believes in the of Hill House” as well as a two-piano THE NILE” power of live theater and its ability to arrangement of “Love Songs” by Cole Porter provide audiences and performing artists and Jerome Kern. Her piano composition, BEGINS AT with life-changing experiences. It is located “Funky Tango,” was presented in concert by at CottonTown Village in Washington, just The Capital Composers Alliance in DC. BRIGHAM’S across from Star Nursery on Telegraph Rees’s recordings include “Music by Road, next to Red Barn. This is the fifth American Women Composers” on Bravura PLAYHOUSE season for the playhouse, which was founded Recordings and “Women Composers and By Melanie in 2014 by the Young and Knapp families. the Men in Their Lives,” which made it to the final ballot for a Grammy Award. For more information about Brigham’s The Center for the Arts at Kayenta Baxendale Among the more noteworthy of her countless Playhouse, please visit brighamsplayhouse. is honored to have Leanne Rees perform Brigham’s Playhouse, a southern Utah performances are Rees’ performance with com or call (435) 251-8000. Box office hours Spanish-themed music for its one-year leader in live theater, is excited to announce the National Symphony for the opening of are Tuesdays–Fridays from 2 to 7 p.m. and anniversary celebration Oct. 20 at 5 p.m. A Agatha Christie’s “Murder On The Nile” the National Museum of Women in the Arts Saturdays from noon to 7 p.m. full reception follows her performance. running Oct. 11–Nov. 17 at its intimate, in DC; in the Dumbarton Concert Series; at This celebratory concert at Kayenta indoor theater in Washington! the Embassies of Germany and India; the features classical music in the Spanish Kay Ridgeway has led a charmed life. San Francisco War Memorial & Performing tradition with pieces ranging from Claude Blessed with beauty, enormous wealth, Arts Center; Kennedy Center; and to an Debussy’s “Habanera” to Alberto Ginestera’s and a new husband, she embarks on a enthusiastic full house at Weill Recital Hall “Milonga” and Isaac Albeniz’s “Malaguena.” honeymoon voyage down the Nile. Fatal at Carnegie Hall. Rees is also performing her own new work, circumstances await when the idyllic Tickets are $40, or $35 if purchased on “Porto Alegra,” a piece that is inspired by the surroundings are shattered by a shocking or before Oct. 15, and include refreshments. joy of new relationships. The program will and brutal murder. Under scrutiny are a Information and tickets are available at feature a montage of visuals that influenced multitude of memorable passengers, each kayentaarts.com. with a reason to kill. The tension and this vibrant music. claustrophobia builds as a shocking and Rees is the daughter of Lorraine audacious conspiracy is laid bare. This Boccardo, the influential woman for whom the Center for the Arts at Kayenta black box theater was named. Rees is a classically trained pianist, composer, and performer who has traveled the globe bringing female VOTE ROBERT E. FORD composers and new works to wider audiences. A trailblazer in the development of for Washington County Commissioner works by female composers, Rees researched, commissioned, and performed works of women throughout the U.S. and Europe. THE ELECTRIC THEATER HOSTS NATIVE GRASS BAND By Walter Josey Straight out of the Coral Desert in Band. Renovated and updated to its former southern Utah, the Native Grass Band glory, it feels like a walk back in time as you will bring its bluegrass-influenced original take in the atmosphere when you enter. music to the Electric Theater in Downtown Tickets are $25 at the door. For more Robert E. Ford has been a Utah property owner and resident for 30+ years. Since 2013 he has served on the St. George Nov. 10. The doors will open at 6 information or to purchase discount tickets Rockville Planning Commission and recently joined the Rockville/Springdale Fire Protection District Board. He p.m., and the music starts at 7. for $15 before Nov. 1, go to nativegrassband. operates his own small business located along the Virgin River on land protected by a conservation easement. Come hear fiddle tunes, banjo rolls, com or call (435) 817-1599. melodic mandolin riffs, and fiery flat pick Top Priority Issues: guitar as Native Grass plays ballads, waltzes, and rapid-fire foot-stomping music • Protection of public lands and natural resources at the speed of sound. 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The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2018 • Page 5 This argument lacks credibility. actually might produce a significant amount for the project is determined, application for Conserve Southwest Utah’s presentation of energy but gets very little discussion locally Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation to the board made it clear that we have or at the state level. Act funds is not even possible. more than enough water, if managed well, to The Pumped Storage Project costs nearly meet our county’s needs and help realize the $700 million and would have to be paid by On Sept. 20, three days after the economic potential leaders want. Washington County, with no state assistance. meeting, FERC met to review and decide It’s clear from the most current water Of course, per current law, the majority of on their Lake Powell Pipeline jurisdiction. usage number, 303 gallons per capita per day, the Lake Powell Pipeline cost would have to PROBE INTO In December of last year, after having been that we are still wasting water. The better we be paid by Washington County, too. So this LAKE get at using our water wisely, the longer our is no small matter for a county that uses lead agency on the project since 2008, FERC local resources will last. more water than necessary and already has questioned their jurisdiction on the entire POWELL The entire Conserve Southwest Utah sufficient water resources. process, stating they should only have presentation, audio and .pdf versions of the It’s overreach, for sure. PowerPoint presentation, is available along Executive Water Finance Board jurisdiction over the hydropower portion. PIPELINE with other presentations from the Sept. 17 members listened patiently and respectfully Soon after, the state asked that the process PROJECT meeting at utah.gov/pmn/index.html (CSU to those leaders present at the meeting who be put on hold until a decision made. FERC 2018 Sept 17 Executive Water Finance Board support the project. Nevertheless, the board’s has stood by its December position, and now presentation FINAL for Board.pdf). A large concern about the state acting as banker for CONTINUES, part of the presentation focused on the report, the Lake Powell Pipeline cost, which would greater involvement by other agencies will be “Local Waters Alternative to the Lake Powell essentially amount to about a $1 billion required for project licensing. PUBLIC Pipeline (westernresourceadvocates.org/ subsidy from the state to our county, was The Sept. 20 FERC decision has projects/lake-powell-pipeline).” clearly expressed. restarted the project clock, and the public COMMENTS This report, based on a study completed Of course, that was not received well by by Western Resource Advocates, was those who support the project and feel that all comment period is now in progress once DUE published in 2013, but the message is still Utah taxpayers have supported other projects again. Initial comments are due Nov. 19. strong today: Our local resources can provide and should support the Lake Powell Pipeline, The subsequent 45-day response period will By Lisa Rutherford for this county’s 2065 water needs even too. They use projects such as the Central close Jan. 3, 2019. To comment, citizens I had the honor of presenting information with projected population growth. And, it’s Utah Project and transportation projects that can visit ferc.gov/docs-filing/efiling.asp. The to Gov. Herbert’s Executive Water Finance important to remember that the projected received state funds as justification. But Board Sept. 17 when the board was in St. population in 2060, the target year used those projects and tax dollars supported project number is P-12966-000. If you need George for two days of meetings. Conserve by the state for the project, is now down a much larger number of Utah’s citizens information to help with your comment, go from 860,000 to around 500,000. So, our while this expensive and risky Lake Powell Southwest Utah, on whose board I serve, to conserveswu.org. When you’re ready to was invited to do a presentation focused on local resources will provide for us. The state Pipeline project would support a mere 5 and county water district assert they can percent of the state’s residents. Of course, submit, here’s how to submit a Lake Powell Washington County’s local water resources — provide 98,528 acre feet per year without visitors and second-home owners need to be resources we assert can sustain our county’s Pipeline comment to FERC: the Lake Powell Pipeline water. To put that included, too. But currently, with all those future development and growth. —Go to ferc.gov/docs-filing/efiling.asp in perspective, Albuquerque supports over people included, our county is using about During the many Executive Water and click the orange “eRegister” button. 600,000 on under 100,000 acre feet per year. 56,000 acre feet at 303 gallons per person per Finance Board meetings held earlier this And the 98,528 does not include water that day with little conservation effort expended. —Fill out your personal information, year, a variety of topics have been covered. has not yet been converted from agricultural Supporters emphasized the great benefit including an email address (which But up to this point, the focus has been use to municipal and other sources. It also this project and its water would have for our serves as your username), and create a on payment options, water use, and the does not include additional potential yearly state. But over-allocation demands on the perceived need for the proposed Lake Powell yield from reservoirs and aquifers or future Colorado River and diminished flows could password. Pipeline with our local water resources and advancements in water treatment which make this project just a financial albatross. —At the bottom, select “Next” by the opportunities getting short shrift. improve daily with lower costs. The subsidy issue was greeted with sentence that begins “Proceed to full Concerns about our county not being able It is clear from this latest meeting and much angst by former Utah House Speaker registration.” to meet its economic potential without the those that preceded that there are no easy David Clark, author of the 2006 Lake Powell Lake Powell Pipeline water were expressed answers for financing this massive project. Pipeline Development Act. Clark, who —As prompted, fill out your address by leaders who attended the meeting. In Members of the board, two of whom are apparently has much skin in this game, information and another company fact, it is interesting that of all comments from the governor’s office and one our state forcefully pushed back against the idea, contact (or file as a private individual), expressed at the meeting most were against treasurer, provided information about the reminding Executive Water Finance Board and click on “Done.” the project — comments by average citizens challenges this project presents due to other chair Phil Dean that the Lake Powell Pipeline — and almost all supportive comments were demands on the state. is a state project and it’s just the board’s —FERC will send an email from made by either current leaders or those The current projected cost of $1.1–$1.8 responsibility to figure out how to pay for it. [email protected] to the email who stand to gain greatly from the project, billion does not include interest on loans that But that’s the rub, as Phil Dean made address provided. such as the Southern Utah Home Builders would potentially add billions to the cost. clear to Dave Clark in no uncertain terms. —In the email from FERC, click the Association. The same “we cannot reach our Also not included in the current Basically, and in a nutshell, Dean economic potential” argument was expressed projected cost is the Pumped Storage Project. pointed out that the legislature can come link that reads “to confirm your email the following day, Sept. 18, by Mayor Pike to This energy-producing component is clearly up with all sorts of legislation that needs address and complete your registration” the Executive Water Finance Board before included in state reports to the Federal funding, but that doesn’t mean it can be done to complete the registration and take they began their tour of our county’s water Energy Regulatory Commission for licensing. in a financially reasonable manner. Given the you back to FERC’s online portal. facilities. It is the only portion of the project that state’s constitutional debt limit and desire to maintain its stellar credit rating, cost —Below your personal information and increases for Lake Powell Pipeline and other under the “Enter Docket” box, type projects such as the prison relocation and in “P-12966-000” — the Lake Powell roads make decisions more difficult. Pipeline’s docket number. In fact, the actual cost of the Lake Powell Pipeline is yet to be determined, so —Click the blue plus sign to the the $1.1–1.8 billion cost ($1.8–$2.5 billion right of the first entry that shows up if the Pumped Storage Project is included) (“Application for a Preliminary Permit is not even a firm cost at this point. The conversation got a little testy, but the board for the Lake Powell Pipeline Project. did not buckle in its position, which gives me RM”). great hope that they will be strong enough to —Add a comment (fewer than 6,000 withstand the considerable pressure I’m sure characters) in the box directly below (to is being exerted on them not only from Clark but from other proponents as well. right of “Comment”). Other options for payment such as —Select “Send Comment” to submit. loading the entire project on Washington If this is all too confusing, just type, print County from the start, which is unfeasible, and mail your comments to the following or turning to the federal government’s Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act address: program (epa.gov/wifia/learn-about-wifia- Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary Federal program), which will have many states across Energy Regulatory Commission our nation clamoring for those dollars, are 888 1st Street, N.E. options. But none of the options are easy Pat Bagley, The Salt Lake Tribune ones. Washington, D.C. 20426 Furthermore, until a more definite cost RE: P-12966-004 Page 6 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2018 of a fence post at the back of the yard so that it could hang out with the opossum the next time he came by. I then went inside to change AMERICA HAS ALWAYS my shorts. My next wild animal encounter took place BEEN GREAT one evening while I was emptying a skimmer By Christine Flowers basket on the pool we put in a few years back I never liked the campaign slogan “Make The vast majority of the people who WILD-ISH (because sanity and financial responsibility America Great Again.” The implication criticized the U.S., both during my stay are overrated). When I clean the baskets in was that we’d entered some dystopian in France and when I came home, were KINGDOM: the dark, I always feel like Flash Gordon era in which America was unexceptional, what we would today call “progressives” in the gloriously cheesy 1980 film when he unpleasant, and diminished. Watching the and what we then called liberals. They INEPT reaches into the hollow stump and tries to red-hatted #MAGA folk cheer at Donald made an art out of finding fault with the avoid being stung by that alien-scorpion-slug Trump’s rallies angered me, because the country they refused to abandon, probably INTERACTIONS thingy with the Queen soundtrack playing in passionate elders and enthusiastic youth because no other nation would allow them the background. were inspired by a flimsy myth — namely, the freedom to whine incessantly and then WITH Sure enough, the basket contained the that America was second-rate. applaud their constitutional engagement. ultimate baddie of the animal kingdom: a The irony was not lost on me. These My year in Paris turned me from a rather BACKYARD snake. It was a baby garter snake, but it still followers of a man who wore the mantle of apolitical suburbanite to an unadulterated had that fiendish look in its eye as if it might a conservative as uncomfortably as a porn conservative who was in love with America. WILDLIFE tempt me to do something sinful. Being the star would wear a cloistered nun’s habit It wasn’t a blind love. There was the manly skimmer-basket cleaner that I am, I were adopting an attitude that was typical understanding that improvements were By Jase Graves snatched the serpent by the tail and flung it of the left. needed. Utopias only existed in the mind As you enjoy the pleasant weather of late over into a flowerbed. When I told my wife Back in 1981, this Philadelphian who of Thomas More. But while I got the part summer and early autumn, you are likely to about my impressively macho reaction to fancied herself an internationalist signed about working to make positive changes, encounter local wildlife. No, I don’t mean the the snake, the ensuing conversation went up for two semesters in the City of Lights, I was repulsed by the way so many on the neighbors’ children, but actual non-humanoid, something like this: intent on perfecting my French and finding left refused to acknowledge what was good indigenous animals. “How big was it?” she asked. a boyfriend. The former was a wash, since I because of their addiction to pointing out What follows are some accounts to assist “Hard to say. It was dark.” ended up telling my host family that I had a what was rotten. They proved the old axiom you in identifying and interacting with some “How big, do you think it was? giant radish (I meant radio) in my bedroom that the perfect is the enemy of the good. of these creatures that may intrude upon the “You know that water hose out back?” at home, and that I had many prostitutes Then, 17 years ago, the enemies domestic tranquility of your own yard and “You mean it was as big as a water hose?!” (I meant Protestants) for friends, and of America ground two majestic towers cause you to reconsider ever going outside “Well, it was the same general shape.” that we put too many condoms (I meant into human dust, murdered thousands of again. I then quickly changed the subject. preservatives) in our food. The search for innocents, and tried to crush our dreams At a recent family gathering in my own At any rate, I hope that these mostly true the boyfriend was even less successful. under the weight of their hatred. For a backyard, we caught a glimpse of a shaggy anecdotes will help you enjoy the diversity But even if my initial goals were very brief moment, we joined together and mammal that appeared to be failing a field of nature that you can experience right in unfulfilled, I did return home with sat shiva for the memory of an invincible sobriety test along the top of our privacy your own yard. And if wild animals creep you something of value. The United States America. And for that very brief moment, fence. At first, we couldn’t determine whether out, you can always stay inside and re-watch of Ronald Reagan was not viewed with before the dust settled and the tears dried it was a morbidly obese rat or a Pomeranian “Flash Gordon.” great appreciation in the France of Socialist up, we were worthy of our citizenship. with a serious meth habit. Finally, my middle Jase Graves is an award-winning humor President Francois Mitterrand, and I found But that willingness to suspend daughter identified the intruder as the North columnist from East Texas. myself defending my country at bakeries, personal grievance has an infinitely short American opossum. at museums, at cinemas, at pharmacies, shelf life, and we were soon back to the There has been a recent and pretty much everywhere else. Some bickering about how America was racist, attempt in the media to of the most heated arguments took place and sexist, and homophobic, and then rehabilitate the image of the at the university, where pretentious Islamophobic, and then xenophobic, and opossum by reminding observers natives with superfluous scarves wrapped then … and then. that these fierce-looking creatures around their necks let me know that my I was catapulted back to Paris 20 are relatively harmless as they president was going to kill them all with years before, battling the French as I tried often hiss and involuntarily his lust for nuclear dominance. to articulate why my country was and faint, or play dead, when they If my French had been good enough, always would be an imperfect but glorious feel threatened. (My youngest I would have said, “Good, I hope he takes Valhalla. Plus ca change. daughter exhibits this same out the Sorbonne first,” but instead I So imagine my disgust to hear people behavior when we try to wake straightened my shoulders and muttered allegedly on my side say that we needed her up for school.) There are even quietly, “Thank God I’m an American and to be “great again.” Donald Trump may celebrity opossums with their own understand the purpose of deodorant.” scream that we are less, and he is wrong. YouTube channels and Facebook And I came back with the ability to look at Colin Kaepernick may silently condemn pages. Our opossum visitor, on the my country with uncomplicated devotion, us for being unjust, and he is wrong. They other hand, didn’t even have the which was becoming increasingly are the same in their shameful displays of courtesy to stop for a group selfie unpopular on college campuses and ingratitude. And they are free to look like About a week after the among the nascent special-interest the fools they are. opossum sighting, I chanced upon Nate Beeler, The Colombus Dispatch, OH groups that would one day channel We cannot diminish ourselves, despite another hairy nocturnal beast that their annoyance and resentment into our best efforts. America will always be is often the stuff of nightmares. something called “multiculturalism.” great. No, I don’t mean a teenage boy picking up one of my daughters for a date, but a small brown bat. As the girls and I were watering our flowers in a futile attempt to delay their inevitable and untimely doom, we found the animal clinging Now to the side of a large planter on our patio. At first, I thought it might be a frog in need of a good waxing, but upon closer inspection, I Open! realized that we were in dangerous proximity to an animal that might very well transform Come watch into an animated version of Adam Sandler and speak with a goofy Romanian accent at us grow! any minute. Seriously, though, knowing that bats can QUALITY SENIOR LIVING IN A RESIDENTIAL SETTING carry rabies, I took an extremely scientific approach to removing it. Amid earsplitting • Home cooked, dietician-approved meals • Medication assistance and monitoring squeals (some actually coming from my • Housekeeping and laundry service • Ambulating and transferring daughters), I grabbed a large Rubbermaid • Individual and group activities • Peace of mind, comfort and freedom dustpan and gingerly scooped the bat off the Call now to schedule lunch and a tour! planter. 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Page 8 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2018 ZION PLEIN AIR INVITATIONAL CELEBRITY DATES AND FEATURED CONCERT ARTISTS ANNOUNCED SERIES ART COMES By Wade Wixon gouache, Woodway, Washington. BRINGS TO LIFE IN —Lewis Williams, pastel and acrylic, Montrose, Colorado. BALLROOM A TRANQUIL —Jim Wodark, oil, Orange, California. DESERT —Suze Woolf, watercolor, Seattle. DANCE TO “The plein air event provides an ST. GEORGE COMMUNITY opportunity for visitors to appreciate the By Gerard Gibbs beauty of Zion in new ways through the WITH ART IN impressions of these talented artists,” said BYU’s Ballroom Dance Company, Superintendent Jeff Bradybaugh. “Their performing Oct. 12, is recognized both work continues to enhance our perpetual nationally and internationally as a treasured KAYENTA stewardship of this wonderful sanctuary we and unique dance ensemble. Its production By Jan Broberg recognize as Zion National Park.” “Swing ‘n’ Sway” is a spectacular show presenting ballroom dance in a theatrical Zion National Park Forever Project The Zion Forever Project is the park’s environment with a contemporary point and Zion National Park have finalized official nonprofit partner. Learn more at of view. Its innovative choreography is the dates, event locations, and artists zionpark.org. compelling, engaging, and just plain fun. for the 10th Zion Plein Air Invitational. Audiences will be mesmerized as couples The weeklong event starts Nov. 5 and dance a romantic waltz and feel the energy culminates Nov. 10 with the “Art-In-The- build as the company moves to the rhythms Park” Paint Out celebration on the great of Latin America. More surprises lurk lawn in front of the historic Zion Lodge. throughout the performance making “Swing It has been remarked that it takes an ‘n’ Sway” a family friendly show that should acre of canvas to get one good painting, not be missed. Gorgeous fall weather, majestic red that every painting is about solving a rock and mountain views, lively music, food problem, and that Zion’s landscape should vendors, Xetava Gardens Cafe, stellar art be considered a verb. galleries and studios, a world-class Center Come every November, 24 artists, for the Arts … this is Art in Kayenta. through their work and voices, remind Join us October 12–14 at Kayenta Art park guests of the transformational power Village in Ivins for three fun-filled days of that Zion retains within its aquifers of art and entertainment. Over 40 juried local, sandstone. In the immediacy of their art, regional, and national artists along with they show all of us that the beauty of this Steve Stauffer thousands of guests will come together to landscape is right now, just as it was to be a part of the art! Art in Kayenta will Thomas Moran and Frederick Dellenbaugh offer one-of-a-kind creations from artisans more than 100 years ago. specializing in sculpture, painting, jewelry, Experiences and events include in-park demonstrations, instructive evening ceramics, wood, and more. A festive beer and lectures, and interactive wet-paint exhibits. wine garden will provide a relaxing respite Studio pieces from each artist are featured for festival attendees. Art in Kayenta will in the Zion Human History Museum, and take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 12 renderings from the paint-out event and and 13 and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 14. silent auction will be featured Nov. 10 at Now in its 18th year, Art in Kayenta is the Zion Lodge. The plein air pieces painted sponsored by the Kayenta Arts Foundation, during the week will also be on sale at the a nonprofit organization dedicated to museum over the weekend. supporting diverse arts in the region. This The 24 acclaimed artists that have year’s festival celebrates the newly-opened been invited to participate in this year’s Center for the Arts at Kayenta, home to event are as follows: the Lorraine Boccardo Theatre — a 200- seat black box and concert stage — and —Bill Cramer (featured artist), oil, artful spaces to accommodate meetings, Prescott, Arizona. receptions, seminars, and rehearsals. —Suzie Baker, oil, Shenandoah, Texas. Located at 881 Coyote Gulch Ct. in Ivins, —Richard Boyer, oil, Salt Lake City. The Center for the Arts at Kayenta —Arlene Braithwaite, pastel, Cedar hosts a broad range of performing arts, City. dramatic plays, lectures, films, concerts, —Royden Card, acrylic, St. George. and educational opportunities for the —John D. Cogan, acrylic, Farmington, FREE kids games and rides | 435-628-1650 | [email protected] southern Utah area. The Kayenta Arts New Mexico. Foundation will also host a silent auction —Michelle Condrat, oil, Salt Lake City. where patrons can bid on the art of many —Cody DeLong, oil, Cottonwood, professional Kayenta community artists as Arizona. well as visiting artists, who will donate the —Kimball Geisler, oil, Idaho Falls. proceeds toward supporting the Center for —Bruce Gomez, pastel, Denver. the Arts at Kayenta. —George Handrahan, oil, Layton. Visit kayentaarts.com for more —Mary Jabens, oil, Cedar City. information. —Rick Kinateder, watercolor and gouache, Provo. —Roland Lee, watercolor, St. George. —Bonnie McGee, oil, St. George. —James McGrew, oil, Lake Oswego, Oregon. —Meredith Nemirov, watercolor, Ridgeway, Colorado. —Hadley Rampton, Salt Lake City. —Steve Stauffer, oil, Murray. —Gregory Stocks, oil, Cottonwood, Arizona. —Michele Usibelli, oil, /acrylic/ The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2018 • Page 9 I needed someone who knew what it feels like-minded people and to allow them to taught, therefore he found a more Zen like to have a spouse who still believes. tell their stories. There is no structure space to exist within his Salt Lake City It helped me talk about things and heal other than introductions, after which the community, which was predominantly LDS. without straining my relationships. After a conversation just evolves in any direction Both served in various leadership callings. time, more people started coming, and the that the participants choose. Every Sunday The first door opening to questioning group became a soft place for people to land ends up different in the way our discussion belief came as we started the process to outside of Mormonism. evolves: sometimes it is about current be sealed, which meant Michelle needed SOUTHERN When I started Southern Utah Mormon events in Mormonism, and sometimes a cancellation of her first sealing. Grant Support Group, it was just two people every it leans into philosophy, but mostly it warned that he felt it could get ugly and UTAH Sunday at Harmon’s in the eatery section, centers around people grappling with new that he did not believe they needed to and it slowly grew from there. About eight information, dealing with torn relationships subject themselves to that. Michelle was MORMON months later, it was suggested that we move within families, and discussing how best to adamant that they pursue it and get the the group to a quieter place. We chose the deal with and repair those relationships if sealing. As matters progressed, it became SUPPORT new Smith’s at Dinosaur Crossing because possible. incredibly abusive and harmful for our it had a community room that could be used Many people who were never Mormon family. It was the first time in Michelle’s GROUP free of charge, and there was of course food or still are sometimes have difficulty life when she questioned what her belief and drink available for anyone that wanted understanding the stress that often was based upon. It became clear that there to buy and bring to the meeting. accompanies leaving the Church of Jesus was no inspiration from God through the LENDS A Over time, the group just kept growing, Christ of Latter-Day Saints. What follows entire process. Once the inspection and and I found myself getting more involved is a series of testimonials from members questioning began, it all fell apart. HAND TO by getting the word out. We now average of the Southern Utah Mormon Support We quit attending at that time — 2003. 17–20 people each week. A few regulars Group. They help illustrate the pain of In 2008, we actively and very publicly THOSE IN come most every week, and we always have leaving Mormonism, but they also reveal protested against the church’s insertion new faces every single Sunday. Some people the interpersonal struggles that arise in the into California’s Proposition 8, the ballot NEED OF only need to come once just to know that wake of leaving the faith as well as how this initiative to ban same-sex marriage. they are not alone and to make connections. group lends a helping hand to those who Michelle’s son was one of the first to be HEALING We have had about 100 different people need it most during a very painful time in married in San Francisco — to a returned By Joseph Nelson attend at one time or another. many people’s lives. Mormon missionary. We ended up in Although there is a larger post- the documentary film “8: The Mormon The Southern Utah Mormon Support Mormon group that meets once a month, Paul and Julie’s story Proposition.” Group meets every Sunday at the Smith’s which is a fantastic group, we felt that it We have been married for almost 35 We hoped that our activism would lead at Dinosaur Crossing at 1 p.m. Meetings was not addressing the more immediate years. Last year, we moved to St. George to excommunication. It did not. usually last until around 2:30 p.m. You needs of those who were finding their world from out of state. Julie was born and In November 2008, we resigned with will find us in the community room that turned upside down, in most cases due to raised in the LDS church in a very active six of our nine children. The remaining is at the north end of the building by the new information about LDS Church history LDS family with pioneer heritage. Paul three children are very active LDS, and pharmacy. We welcome everyone that needs that for years had been kept hidden from converted to the LDS church a couple of our family experienced a time of complete a listening ear or needs help replacing the its members. These people just needed years after we married. We were both disconnection from them due to the fact community they lost after leaving. someone to talk to and not necessarily a actively engaged in church responsibilities that we were considered apostates, and the I started the Southern Utah Mormon speaker talk on some aspect of Mormonism. and activities as we raised our children. We LDS Church teaches not to associate with Support Group because I needed a place The Southern Utah Mormon Support enjoyed being active in the church and had apostates. where people understand the pain and Group is very casual, and its purpose is to some great experiences through the LDS We enjoy attending the Southern Utah hurt I felt when my worldview shattered. make people feel welcomed among other church. Mormon Support Group meetings to hear A few years ago, Julie heard about some others’ diverse and interesting stories. We issues with women in the church protesting hope that we offer a glimpse into the future in Salt Lake City. An Internet search for for those who are beginning their journey information on the protests let to LDS and and trying to navigate life outside of the post-LDS podcasts and blogs. Issues with confines and rigors of the church. It can be church history and recent church policy difficult to realize your value as simply a were both surprising and disturbing for us. good human being, living life, serving, and After a couple of years of “trying to make it contributing outside of religious purposes Desert Lifestyle work,” we decided that we could no longer to gain salvation — having gone through a participate in the LDS church. two-year grieving process ourselves. Knowing that making a retirement Home & Garden move to St. George might present challenges Jared and Elaine’s story socially, we were happy to find the post- We are a couple who moved from Mormon support group. Paul says meeting Oregon nine years ago. We were both raised with former and questioning LDS members in the church but were inactive for 12 years, EXPO has helped to validate feelings and provide then renewed activity when we arrived a forum to discuss ideas, share experiences, in Utah. Three of our four sons served a and talk about current “church in the mission. news” information. We both agree that the Our “aha” moment was when our Southern Utah Mormon Support Group has oldest son started listening to podcasts been invaluable. from Mormon Stories, then started reading CES letters and any other books they could Grant and Michelle’s story find. Elaine’s “aha” moment was when she We both come from pioneer heritage read “American Crucifixion.” Jared’s “aha” — sixth generation Mormon. Michelle’s moment was when he read the CES letters. Free Admission grandfather funded the startup of the Three of our sons are out of church now, church and donated the land for the and they are hoping that their returned Kirkland temple. He was JS counselor and missionary will also be out soon. We get Public Welcome his doctor. camaraderie and fellowship out of weekly Michelle was raised in California and Southern Utah Mormon Support Group Friday, October 26 — 10 am to 8 pm considered herself an elite Mormon. Her meetings. It is nice to hear other people’s children referred to her as “Nazi Mormon” struggles and know they are not alone. Saturday, October 27 — 10 am to 3 pm with zero room for faltering in the standards set by the church. Her life was dedicated Mark and Ilene’s story CasaBlanca Event Tent, Mesquite, NV 89027 wholly to building up the kingdom — it is My wife and I are both descendants Free Home & Garden Educational Presentations will be what gave her purpose. of long lines of pioneers. I was raised in To illustrate, when we met, Michelle’s Idaho and she in Utah County. We did ongoing during the duration of the Expo. first question was, “Where do you stand everything Mormons are supposed to do: (702) 346-2902 | [email protected] with the church?” and she continued with, baptism, seminary, BYU, missions, getting 11 W. Pioneer Blvd., Ste. C, Mesquite, NV 89027 “If you don’t measure up or make me choose, sealed in the temple, and being active in I will choose the church every time.” Grant’s our church callings. I have worked for answer was that he considered himself a all three BYUs as a professor and as Zen Mormon, meaning his experience of a psychologist in the counseling centers. God didn’t match with what he had been Ilene attended BYU campuses in Provo and Page 10 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2018 Near the end of my schooling, I came or being lax in my morals or commitments to the church and church history all the sudden across some church history that I had always the gospel. became a great passion of mine, with me thought was anti-Mormon. It changed About this time, as I was serving in the trying to understand more and more about everything. I couldn’t believe what I was Elders Quorum Presidency, I was informed the real history rather than the one that had reading, and it was backed up by church- in a ward council meeting about the “Gospel been presented to me at my church meetings published sources. Topic Essays” on lds.org regarding some of and my entire upbringing in the church. Rexburg during her undergraduate studies. I studied solo for a while, and I eventually the controversial issues involving the church. However, I had no one I could even talk I stopped participating in the LDS Church in showed my wife. She, of course, was caught I had never heard of these, but it sparked an to about this who seemed to understand or 2013, and Ilene stopped in 2015. off guard with what I had been reading and interest, leading me to read them. Instead of be interested in talking about these things. There are many things that contributed was against me leaving the church. resolving my concerns, I found that as I read This was a very lonely time. I did an to our transition away from Mormonism. After about a year, I discovered the them I became more concerned and curious Internet search regarding any local supports Aside from the obvious misogyny, anti- Gospel Topic Essays, and she and I started about church history, which I previously had or resources that I could turn to. That intellectualism, homophobia, racism, studying them together for family night. not had much interest in. and financial gratuitousness, meeting was when I came cross the Southern Utah Within a week of continued study, we had I then proceeded to do some internet with thousands of Mormons as an LDS Mormon Support Group. both decided to leave the LDS church for searches and gospel reading, trying very psychologist opened my eyes quickly to Honestly, despite feeling alone, I waited good. carefully to consider all aspect from the the disparities between public vs. private several months after finding out about the After we had left, we felt utterly alone. faithful church information on lds.org and presentations, spirituality vs. religion, and group before attending for my first time. It We hadn’t told our families yet, but that apologetic view points along with some non- the devastating effects Mormonism can have took a lot of courage to show up for my first would come. We didn’t have a ward anymore member sources. I had been praying for some on an individual’s mental health. meeting, and I wasn’t sure what I would find (we had moved around the same time we time to be able to know what was “true” and there. started studying the Essays), and we didn’t felt this was my opportunity to grow in my I remember my first time attending have any friends in the area. We were learning and pondering of questions I had. a meeting and being welcomed with open miserable. To my complete surprise, all my research arms. The thing that seemed to help the I came across the weekly Southern Utah and study of all the different sources kept most was to be able to sit for an hour or so Mormon Support Group meeting on Reddit, indicating to me that what I had been taught and listen and talk with people of like minds and we decided to see how it was. about church history was not fully accurate. who have experienced some of the similar We didn’t know what to expect. The In fact, I came to learn that there was quite faith shifts that I have. people we met at the Southern Utah Mormon a common consent among non-members and Each one is on his or her own journey, Support Group and the friendships we have church apologists that the church narrative and many have differing levels of spiritual gained were everything we needed. The being taught was skewed and designed to beliefs and lifestyles. However, I can tell people at the meetings have experienced cover up many of the concerning facts of that they all are good people striving to live similar situations and are understanding church history. good, happy, and productive lives. It was and loving. The Southern Utah Mormon To be honest, I was quite disappointed interesting to find that they were not a lot Support Group helped us to make it through and struggled to take it all in. I was feeling a Additionally, the lies and whitewashing different from I had been as a member of the extremely difficult transition out of the huge loss in my life. Everything I had known the LDS Church blatantly disseminates were the church in their desires to raise healthy LDS church. or thought I knew now was being challenged. too much to deny. I was taught to have children, live authentic and meaningful When I tried to bring up my concerns integrity, and when I recognized that the lives, and to care about others. I can see that Nick’s story and doubts to my wife, and eventually to very church that claimed to be “perfect” was for the most part they are choosing to live I was born and raised as an orthodox my children, I was met with rebuke and deprived of that quality, it was time to go. good lives and have found happiness in the Latter Day Saint. I came from a large family fear. Instead of allowing me to bring up the In one week, literally, I quit my job at the lives they are living outside of the church. I who are all currently still active in the insights and information I had come across, university, sold our house, and moved across have found that some choose to continue to church. From a very young age, it was pretty I was told to keep it to myself as to not country to start our new life, void of religion live primarily a similar lifestyle as they did much the centerpiece of my life, attending threaten any one else’s testimony. I was told and full of a new conviction: to be moral and as members of the church while others may weekly church meetings, scouts, and release mixed messages. They said they supported kind, not out of duty or fear but our of desire. choose to live a more secular lifestyle. time seminary. me on my faith journey but did not want to We have never been happier since However, the interesting thing is that All my older brothers served faithful hear anything about it and that they knew that time, but it was heartbreaking for regardless of the lifestyle they choose I have missions except one, who chose not to serve that I was being lead down the wrong path our families. My mother still has a picture noticed the internal joy and life satisfaction and got married instead. Knowing this, I by Satan as the church was the one and only of Jesus holding a black sheep above her they express as they are able make choices mantle. I’m proud to be that black sheep and wanted to make sure and follow my other true church. siblings’ paths and serve a faithful mission. This did not feel supportive to me, and authentic to them while still maintaining a only wish more of my family would open their sense of values and principles by which to minds — even just a little bit. Despite him not serving a mission, eventually I started to feel like an outcast in he has maintained activity in the church my own family. live by. These are really good people who I Making the transition away from would feel comfortable being my neighbors Mormonism can be challenging. It consumes throughout his life. I served on the Seminar Despite the fact that I was feeling alone or inviting over for dinner. They do not entire families, towns, and cultures. Attending Council my senior year and looked forward and ostracized, I hesitated to reach out, not match the typical “anti-Mormon” profile that the Southern Utah Mormon Support Group to serving my mission when I receive my call. knowing who or what sources to trust. I I would have expected as an active Latter on Sundays is a way for us to feel connected, It was never a question of if I would serve a knew that Utah is a predominantly Latter Day Saint. It was quite refreshing to be able laugh, and process the trauma of leaving a mission, but only where my call would be to. Day Saint state, and I wanted to be cautious to connect with people who believed as I fundamentalist religion. Upon my return, I was married in the of who I told about this as I feared it would once did, have had a faith transition, and to Living in St. George as an ex-Mormon temple just a few months later. I was fully likely impact my reputation. Because I was see that they are still experiencing joy and can be extremely isolating. The good news is active in my callings and church attendance, so involved in an LDS lifestyle, I didn’t know happiness in their lives. there are many of us here — and many more rarely missing a month of home teaching, many people outside of the faith. I tried to come. We can share in our discovery that holding weekly family home evenings, doing talking with some extended family members The main pain I have heard is not life is beautiful, full, and fascinating without regular family scripture study, and raising about my faith journey, and while somewhat around what someone might label as Mormonism. my children actively in an LDS lifestyle. empathetic to what I was feeling and going a “sinful life” or “mistakes” from leaving My children have been selected to serve on through, for the most part they seemed more the church but primarily around the lost Steve and Rhonda’s story their seminary councils and chose to serve interested in bringing me back into the fold connection from family and friends as a My wife and I grew up within 10 minutes missions when they came of age and attend and helping me to see all the good the church result of their leaving the church and the of Salt Lake City in a highly concentrated LDS colleges. has to offer. feelings of judgment they have received from LDS population. We were both born in the Although and active believer with a I knew and understood that the church time to time for their decision. While some covenant and had had many callings in strong testimony of the gospel, never really had many positive aspects about it, and I still share positive examples of friends and family the LDS church. I served a mission abroad questioning if it was true, I at times found continue to see much good in the church and being supportive and understanding, it is sad and enjoyed the experience. Upon returning myself at odds on certain things with my wife its teachings, but felt I could not ignore the to see the pain many experience as a result of home, I entered the dating scene and met regarding the level of orthodoxy to which we concerning aspects I had learned both about choosing different faith beliefs. and married my wife soon after. We decided should practice the religion. My wife argued the modern day church and its views towards The Southern Utah Mormon Support that we wanted to finish school before having that the TV should never be watched on LGBTQ+ members and personal interview Group has really helped me as I remain in a children, and that set us apart from the Sunday unless it was a church-produced practices along with historical concerns of mixed-faith marriage and have experienced typical married LDS couple. or related video. She was also very strict the church including polygamy, polyandry, a significant amount of that pain myself. I didn’t have an “aha” moment. I enjoy regarding all of us getting up prior to school blacks and the priesthood, Joseph Smith’s The group provides the needed empathetic the sciences, and too many theories are for family scripture study regardless of other translation of the book of Abraham, and ear that I wish my family would have, which contradictory to or don’t coincide with the factors, and I noticed myself having issues many inconsistencies with doctrine changing definitely helps ease the natural burden of LDS beliefs. I had tried for years to try to with being sleep deprived and struggling to frequently when I was taught that God was going through a faith transition. I’m sure bend the beliefs to fit the theories within manage being tired throughout the day. an unchanging God. that more people in our community are going the scientific community. I realized that I As I would make requests for I began questioning why God would through a similar struggle and hope that just needed to “have faith” and that I would alternatives to some of these standards, like give doctrine only to completely change that they are able to have the courage to reach understand in due time, and I put my doubts reading at night or watching the Super Bowl doctrine down the road. It just didn’t make out for support and friendship to help them on the back burner. on Sunday, I was viewed as not being faithful rational sense to me. I felt like understanding navigate through their journey. The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2018 • Page 11 rth Cou ou r se e e urth n Co ou r se e o e i n o i “Where you and P “Where you and
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The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2018 • Page 13 Rather than noting the Greek island Director Jason Spelbring pulls all betrothed to Alcippe, played by Wayne T. towns of origin for the soldiers in Achilles’ of these elements together. Under his Carr with a brilliantly restrained rage. The army, The Poet brings it home to an direction, each change in tone, volume, and difference between Mugavero’s delivery and American audience. He says these are illumination appears flawlessly executed. the male actors is her complete embrace of soldiers from Kansas, the Bronx, Flint, This is a master class in storytelling. the character and Clarice’s lines. and Cedar City. Then he begins to count. Yet we are constantly reminded that For Mugavero, these are more than The numbers aren’t soldiers. The numbers this is more than just a story. As The words repeated for humorous effect. Her THE represent ships. And each ship has 120 men. Poet begins to compare an element of the diction and phrasing are masterful. Her We begin to grasp a magnitude of human Trojan War to a different historical war, he comedic timing is spot-on. She puts her INDEPENDENT life in this particular conflict. keeps the comparison going, listing every whole self into the role. She delivers the While Vaughn tackles the vast majority major historical conflict in chronological lines not only with her lips but her entire THEATER of dialogue, he’s only alone on stage at the order, including those meant to speak face. This is next-level acting. beginning. Shortly, he’s joined by Katie to an American audience: the American That said, the play was still fresh on Fay Francis (who touchingly portrayed Revolution, the War of 1812, the American opening weekend, and it’s probable that REVIEWS Catherine Simms in “The Foreigner” this Civil War, World War I, World War II, the rest of the cast will become more By Brian Passey year) as The Muse. Her role is primarily Vietnam, Afghanistan, Iraq. comfortable with the humor after a few more musical as she sings and plays the violin, War. War. War. Utah Shakespeare Festival’s “An Iliad” performances. Comedy can be especially though she does have a few lines. It seems to ask: Why do we continue, is a powerful rumination on the nature tricky that way, especially when it comes to Francis’ role may seem minor compared time after time throughout history, to kill timing. of war to Vaughn, but her melodies and percussion each other? However, both of the other women in War is hell, but the Utah Shakespeare bring a dynamic jolt to the play and Vaughn’s Because we’re addicted to rage. All of this play also deliver smart performances. Festival’s “An Iliad” is a masterpiece about own performance. At times, she simply us. At first, Aidaa Peerzada, seems to be holding the hell of war keeps the beat, tapping out basic percussion And that addiction leads to the back as Clarice’s friend Lucrece. Soon, you on her instrument. At other points, her destruction of civilizations, from Troy and realize she really is, but on purpose. That’s violin screams, enhancing the play’s drama Alexandria and Constantinople to Hiroshima the way her character is written. And with its intense trills. and Kabul and Aleppo. Peerzada handles Lucrece’s slow-build with Most striking is Francis’ voice. It’s often War is hell, but “An Iliad” is a elegance. ethereal and always gorgeous. Her wordless masterpiece about the hell of war. And much of the play’s most fulfilling vocals — combined with the percussion and The Utah Shakespeare Festival’s humor comes from Katie Cunningham, who violin melodies — create a soundtrack that production of “An Iliad” continues through plays the dual roles of Isabelle and Sabine, enhances the play, similar to the way a Oct. 9 in the Eileen and Allen Anes Studio twin servants who are “vivacious” and film score helps tell the story. Some of the Theatre at Southern Utah University’s “puritanical,” respectively. Sure, it’s the tired characters, from Apollo to Paris, even get Beverley Center for the Arts in Cedar City. Shakespearean cliché of Mistaken Identity their own theme music. Tickets are $50–$54. Visit bard.org or call With Twins, but Cunningham injects it with As Vaughn introduces the characters, (800) 752-9849. fresh, new life. the storyline begins to unfold. His voice In fact, the main plot of the play is rises at times and falls at others. He’s based on the tired mistaken identity cliché Brian Vaughn (left) as The Poet and Katie Fay Francis Charm, inside jokes minimize the as The Muse in the Utah Shakespeare Festival’s the consummate storyteller, building the with Dorante believing that Clarice is named 2018 production of “An Iliad.” (Photo by Karl Hugh. drama when appropriate and then pulling tired tropes in “The Liar” at Utah Lucrece. And yes, it gets old as quickly as Copyright Utah Shakespeare Festival 2018.) back so he’s able to build it up again. Even Shakespeare Festival it does with some of Shakespeare’s lesser though it’s a story of war, it’s not all about It might be called “The Liar,” but works. the fighting. There’s plenty of character this current Utah Shakespeare Festival But there are plenty of other elements production is all about the ladies Brian Vaughn has been a fixture at the development as The Poet paints a picture of of “The Liar” to enjoy. One of them is the set’s Troy, its residents and its assailants. Utah Shakespeare Festival for more than gorgeous backdrop. Scenic designer Jason Assisting in the storytelling is lighting two decades. He’s starred in some of the Lajka has created a stunningly beautiful designer William C. Kirkham. That festival’s biggest plays and most memorable map of Paris where the water of the Seine might seem odd. Obviously, lighting often roles. Yet his performance in “An Iliad” may changes color from scene to scene. enhances the beauty and artistic qualities be his best yet. Another is the tendency for subtle of a play, but we may not always think of it Vaughn is on stage for 100 minutes references to pop culture (a lightsaber as an aspect of storytelling. With “An Iliad” and is speaking nearly the entire time. duel), Bard culture (slightly tweaked it most definitely is. Even for seasoned actors like him, that is a Shakespearean lines), and local culture Consider the part where The Poet is challenge. Not only does it require a whole (Burris’ show-stopping Brian Vaughn talking about Hector’s family. The lighting lot of line memorization but it must be impersonation). These “inside jokes” are is soft and warm as The Muse’s gentle delivered in a dynamic way that manages to among the more delightful elements of the melody sways in the background. The Poet maintain the audience’s attention without play. then says he is going to describe the front the advantage of the interactions that come Speaking of delight, between each line of the battle. Suddenly, the music stops scene we hear what sounds like the strains with a larger cast. Betsy Mugavero (left) as Clarice and Jeb Burris as as bright light abruptly calls our attention of a harpsichord. But there’s something Yet Vaughn seems entirely at ease in Dorante in the Utah Shakespeare Festival’s 2018 to a description of dead bodies. production of “The Liar.” (Photo by Karl Hugh. familiar about the melodies. Pop culture the role of The Poet, a modern storyteller Again, the playwrights brings this Copyright Utah Shakespeare Festival 2018.) aficionados will be able to identify most of who might actually be Homer himself. He scene home. Instead of simply thinking of them. Without ruining the fun by naming enters the Eileen and Allen Anes Studio the fallen soldiers as a mass of nameless them here, they run the gamut from ‘80s Theatre silently, walking around the stage Adapted by David Ives from Pierre Greeks and Trojans, we get names, ages, sitcoms to Broadway musicals to blockbuster — which is surrounded by the audience on Corneille’s French farce, “The Liar” has and other details about their lives. But science fiction films. three sides — as if he’s gathering energy to a particular brand of humor. If you like they aren’t Greek and Trojan names and Still, after intermission, the play faces launch into this epic story. dad jokes or films like “Wild Hogs,” you’ll details. No, they have American names and that second-half slowdown as the mistaken It’s pin-drop silent. probably think it’s hilarious. If you’re under American stories. identity tropes become infinitely more Ever the charismatic presence, Vaughn the age of 50 … well. It begins to become clear. This tiresome. Thankfully, there are glimmers manages to hold the audience in rapt At least that’s what it feels like at first. ultimately isn’t a story about the Trojan of redemption. Peerzada turns Lucrece into attention, even through that initial silence. There were plenty of people laughing on War. It’s a story about war and what it the heart of the play while even Burris’ Finally, he speaks, announcing that he is opening weekend, but it was most definitely means to the human race. Wars are not notorious liar becomes endearingly sweet. about to tell the story of the Trojan War and an older crowd. The dialogue is filled with just full of heroic moments that result in While this production of “The Liar” two great fighters, Achilles and Hector. joke after joke, all encapsulated in rhymes national boundary changes. Wars take the has room to grow, the cast does a fine job The basic storyline is based on Robert that are often creative and nearly always lives of real people — individuals with their with the problematic source material and Fagles’s translation of Homer’s epic poem, cheesy. own stories that suddenly cease to exist end up with a play that is, at the end, quite It’s silly. The humor feels a bit cheap. “The Iliad,” but the words were written because of the politicians and monarchs charming. It may not be one of the best plays There’s an entertainment value, but it seems by playwrights Lisa Peterson and Denis they will never even meet. to appear on the stages of Utah Shakes, O’Hare. The script allows The Poet to bring “An Iliad” personifies the Trojan lightweight. Then Betsy Mugavero enters. Up to this but it does have its moments … and its in contemporary references, connecting War. Its violence and fury come alive as Mugavero. the Trojan War to modern scenarios, from Vaughn screams his lines, shouting above point, it has only been male actors on stage, primarily Brandon Burk as Clinton and Jeb The Utah Shakespeare Festival’s grocery-store lines to road rage. Francis’ careening violin under the blood- production of “The Liar” continues through This approach makes the events more red lighting. Burris as Dorante, the titular liar. Though skilled, their performances are not quite Oct. 13 in the Randall L. Jones Theatre at relatable. However, the playwrights want Perhaps most perplexing is how we feel Southern Utah University’s Beverley Center us to do more than simply relate to the for both sides. It’s because we see them all enough to elevate the dialogue beyond its inherent cheesiness. for the Arts in Cedar City. Tickets are $32– events of the Trojan War. They want us to as human beings. They have wives and sons, $75. 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Page 16 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2018 certainly the case with the evil spirit that is but it’s often done in by a severe lack of interesting to note that Taissa is the sister Valak (aka The Nun.) The truth is that this character, boring jump scares, and dull CGI of Vera, who stars as Elaine Warren in “The entity was much scarier in its introductory effects. Conjuring.” film, because it proved to be more effective Not that “The Nun” doesn’t offer up a in smaller doses. In “The Conjuring 2,” this few spirited moments, mind you. A scene Spoiler alert supernatural presence was lurking around in which one character is buried alive and You’d think the makers of this film ladies restroom is virtually deserted during the corner, masked by the darkness. But another in which a man is pursued by would have more fun with that connection, a pivotal scene in which a potential final here, The Nun is front and center, and something evil in the woods crackle with but they don’t. In other words, if you’re one girl comes face to face with the killer. in the end, the idea of this evil force is a sense of dark and morbid fun. Likewise, of the countless “Conjuring” fans (myself There are certainly a handful of jolt- considerably more terrifying than the force a sequence involving bells in a graveyard included) who thought that perhaps Sister worthy scenes in “Hell Fest,” and there’s itself. brings to mind that effective clapping gag Irene might be a young Elaine Warren, a wonderfully sadistic bit involving a “The Nun” was directed by Corin in “The Conjuring.” As a whole, though, you’d be wrong. That fan theory has been guillotine that — I feel like a disturbed Hardy (“The Hallow”) and while this “The Nun” is disappointing and uninspired. debunked by the filmmakers. individual for even admitting this — actually storyteller gets a lot of mileage out of Even talented performers like Farmiga “The Nun” is far from bad. Again, it has would have benefited from being even more his goth locales and stunning Romania, (so good in underappreciated meta slasher a few effective moments, and it’s certainly a sadistic. Still, it’s one of the stronger gags countryside backdrop, he’s ultimately let parody “The Final Girls”) and Bichir more worthy viewing experience then the in the picture. Overall, though, “Hell Fest” down by a script with very little meat. (terrific in “The Hateful Eight”) are unable first “Annabelle.” But for the most part, simply never hits that sweet spot. The Furthermore, “The Nun” can’t rise up to truly elevate the proceedings, because this film is of the been-there-done-that final showdown isn’t particularly eventful, to its rather hefty aspirations. A lot of the the routine script rarely gives them that variety, and it doesn’t really do anything and a brief reveal in which we learn a bit film is clearly influenced by “The Exorcist,” opportunity. Speaking of Farmiga, it’s substantial to elevate the Nun mythology. about this killer’s life outside of killing feels obvious and half baked. Even Candyman himself (the wonderful character actor Tony Todd) is unable to elevate the all too familiar proceedings. The best that could be said for “Hell Fest” is that it does succeed in making me want to hit as many kick-ass haunted house attractions as possible this Halloween season, so at least there’s that. The worst that could be said is that this flick has absolutely nothing on Tobe Hooper’s “The Funhouse,” a horrific, campy, undeniably freaky slice of carnival-inspired terror that’s held up tremendously well over the past 35 years. It’s doubtful that horror fans will be talking about “Hell Fest” in the year 2055.
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As far as the cast goes, Jack Black is lovable and engaging as Jonathan Barnavelt Here’s hoping that a proposed “The Crooked while Cate Blanchett lends a touch of class Man” spinoff has something more creative to the proceedings as Florence Zimmerman, up its sleeve, because in the end, “The Nun” a witch with a fondness for bickering with is plagued by a little too much nunsense. her magical colleague. Both Jonathan and Florence have pasts that inform who they “The House With a Clock ultimately become, and it doesn’t take a in Its Walls” (PG) wizard to figure out that they will eventually confront that past. HHH½ Owen Vaccaro is terrific as a lost, picked- on boy who just wants to find a place where “The House With a Clock in Its Walls” is he belongs. This lively young actor brings an a throwback to those glorious (and magical) innocence and a sense of wonderment to the Amblin films of the ’80s. No surprise role of Lewis, but he also offers up moments there, given that this is in fact an Amblin of real dramatic depth. He also manages to production; therefore, that ’80s vibe is by hold his own against the manic bundle of design. What is surprising, though, is that energy that is Jack Black. shockmeister Eli Roth was brought in to Rounding out the cast is Kyle direct this thing. The man behind “Cabin MacLachlan as antagonist Isaac Izard. Fever” and “Hostel” might seem like an odd MacLachalan, an actor who cut his teeth choice to helm a film geared towards a more in David Lynch movies early in his career family-oriented audience. But in the end, (see “Blue Velvet” and “Dune”), appears to Roth does a pretty good job. be having a ton of fun as the film’s heavy, In “The House With a Clock in Its particularly in the final act when he truly Walls,” young Lewis Barnavelt (Owen gets to wreak some havoc. But truth be told, Vaccaro) moves in with his eccentric uncle I wanted a little bit more from him. Jonathan (Jack Black) after an unforeseen “The House With a Clock in Its Walls” tragedy strikes. It isn’t long before the succeeds in capturing a bit of that ’80s magic, two begin to bond famously. But shortly but it doesn’t always sustain it. Following a thereafter, the realization that Jonathan is solid opening 30 minutes, the film lulls a bit actually a warlock (layman translation: a in the midsection before redeeming itself male witch) opens Lewis’s eyes to a world he with a worthwhile climax that includes never new existed: a world filled with magic, dueling warlocks and, among other creepy otherworldly beasts, and inanimate objects things, an infant with Jack Black’s head. come to life. That said, wherever there is The movie as a whole isn’t a masterwork, magic, there is often evil not far behind. And and it certainly could have done without the in this picture, said evil appears in the form poop jokes, but for my money, it succeeds of Isaac Izard (Kye MacLachlan), a warlock where that tepid (and all too safe) Jack gone bad and raised from the dead. Black-headlined “Goosebumps” adaptation In addition to a handful of notable faltered. Amblin efforts of the ’80s (“Gremlins,” “The House With a Clock in Its Walls” “Batteries Not Included,” “Young Sherlock is worthy of seeing in Imax during its first Holmes,” etc.), there are also shades of week of release, because you get Michael “Monster House,” “Harry Potter,” “The Jackson’s “Thriller” as an added bonus! Gate,” “Monster Squad,” Steven Spielberg’s Trust me when I tell you that you haven’t “Amazing Stories,” and even “The Witches seen this John Landis-directed gem until of Eastwick” here, and admittedly, it’s you’ve seen it in glorious Imax 3D! Word to interesting to see a guy like Roth, who also the wise, though: “Thriller” probably will gives himself an amusing little cameo in the give your kids nightmares! film, playing in a sandbox of this nature. He’s not only given a bigger budget to work with, as is more than evident by way of wonderful visuals and stunning art direction, but he’s also asked to freak out an entirely different demographic. The end result is an uneven but well intended movie that plays a little like Tim Burton-light. From its roster of social misfit characters to its central bigger- than-life gothy locale to its lively Danny Elfman-esque score (beautifully composed by Nathan Barr), there’s no doubt that Roth is a Burton fan. And as is generally the case with Burton, Roth doesn’t pander here. While stay up to date on this is far removed from the likes of “Hostel,” Roth is more than aware that some kids enjoy a good scare (after all, he too, was a kid entertainment, arts, music once), so he does his best to bring the creep- out factor without crossing lines he usually has no problem crossing. That said, while and local news at this picture has earned a PG rating from that inconsistent entity that is the MPAA, it should be noted that a PG-13 rating suindependent.com probably would have been more appropriate. A couple of sequences involving a decaying Isaac and a few scenes involving children’s updated daily playthings come to life might be a little too ! frightening for the under-10 crowd. Granted, it should be noted that I loved seeing such disturbing cinematic images when I was a THE INDEPENDENT youngster, so perhaps my assessment is a A voice for Utah tad off base. I suppose it simply depends on Page 18 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2018 MASTER ASTRONOMER PROGRAM Oct. 6 and 10, 7 p.m. Forty-hour hands-on workshop where community members can come and learn more about southern Utah’s amazing dark night. SUU Community Education & Academic Experiences, 136 W. University Multi-Day Events Blvd., Cedar City. DIXIE WATERCOLOR SOCIETY FALL To get your event in our Free Calendar of ART SHOW AND COMPETITION Oct. 9–13 Events log on to suindependent.com/events_ and Oct. 15–20, 10 a.m. This semiannual calendar/form.php Limit one free listing per transparent watercolor show pits local artists day or date per organization. against each other for prizes and awards. An YOUR FEATURED EVENT HERE! awards ceremony and open house will be held Oct. 11 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Gallery 35, . CALL (435) 656-1555 35 N. Main St., St. George. ART IN KAYENTA Oct. 12–14, 11 a.m. Three days of art and entertainment. Over 40 juried artists specializing in sculpture, painting, jew- elry, ceramics, ceramics, wood, and more. ZION PLEIN AIR INVITATIONAL Beer and wine garden. Kayenta Art Village, 800 Coyote Gulch Ct., Ivins. FALL FAMILY FEST Oct. 13 and 20, 10 a.m. Free. St. George Academy, 380 E. 3090 S., Washington. DESERT HILLS HIGH DANCE COMPANY FALL SHOW Oct. 18 and 19, 7 p.m. Desert Hills High School, 828 E. Desert Hills Dr., St. George. NHRA TOYOTA NATIONALS Oct. 25–28. Las Vegas Motor Speedway, 7000 Las Vegas Blvd. N., Las Vegas. The weeklong event starts Nov. 5 and “THRILLER” Oct. 25, 26, 27, 29, 30, and culminates Nov. 10 with the “Art-In-The- 31, 7:30 p.m. Odyssey Dance Theatre’s Park” Paint Out celebration on the great “Thriller highlights Halloween themes, such lawn in front of the historic Zion Lodge. as Bubbles the Clown and the “Giggle Girl” Experiences and events include in-park who sings and maniacally laughs her way demonstrations, instructive evening lec- through songs such as “I Saw Mommy Killing tures, and interactive wet-paint exhibits. Santa Claus.” Tuacahn Amphitheatre, 1100 Studio pieces from each artist are featured Tuacahn, Ivins. in the Zion Human History Museum, and renderings from the paint-out event and “PERICLES, PRINCE OF TYRE” Oct. 18–20, silent auction will be featured Nov. 10 at 7:30 p.m. Frontier Homestead, 635 N. Main the Zion Lodge. The plein air pieces paint- St., Cedar City. ed during the week will also be on sale at “THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME” Oct. the museum over the weekend. Twenty- 5, 6, 8, 12, 13, 15, 19, 20, 22, 26, and 27, 7 four acclaimed artists have been invited p.m. and 2 p.m. Saturdays. Hurricane Valley to participate. Learn more at zionpark.org. Theatrical Company, tickets are $10. hurri- CORN MAIZE, FARMLAND, PUMPKIN canetheatrical.com. (435) 668-9753. Hurricane PATCH, AND WITCHES Oct. 5, 6, 8, 15, 18, Fine Arts Building, 92 S. 100 W., Hurricane. 19, 20, 22, 25, 26, 27, and 29, noon. Like and “MURDER ON THE NILE” Oct. 11–13, 7 scroll through our Facebook page to enter p.m. Kay Ridgeway has led a charmed life. contests and win farm tokens. Staheli Family Blessed with beauty, enormous wealth, and a Farm, 3400 S. Washington Fields Road, new husband, she embarks on a honeymoon Washington. voyage down the Nile. Brigham’s Playhouse, FAMILY FARM DANCE NIGHTS Oct 5, 6, 25 N. 300 W., Washington. 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 26, and 27, 8 p.m. UTAH SHAKES BACKSTAGE TOUR 2018 Come dance and celebrate our fall sea- Oct. 6, 10, 13, 10:15 a.m. boxoffice.bard.org. son with the awesome sounds our DJs will Cedar City. be playing! Staheli Family Farm, 3400 S. “THE FOREIGNER” Oct. 5, 6, 9–13, 8 p.m. Washington Fields Road, Washington. Randall L. Jones Theatre, 300 W. Center St., PUMPKIN PATCH, FARMLAND, AND Cedar City. CORN MAIZE Oct. 23 and 24, 5 p.m. Staheli “AN ILIAD” Oct. 6, 11, 12, and 13,1. 8 p.m. Family Farm, 3400 S. Washington Fields “Every time I sing this song, I hope it’s the last Road, Washington. time.” So says the Poet in this modern retell- ECHOS OF THE WEST GALLERY SHOW ing of an ancient classic. The Trojan War is Mondays–Saturdays, 10 a.m. Featuring artist over, and the Poet saw it all — unquenchable Donna McMullin. The DiFiore Center, 307 N. rage and endless battles. The telling some- Main St., St. George. times overwhelms him, but he must sing. He ZION PLEIN AIR ART INVITATIONAL must tell his sad tale of humanity’s unshake- STUDIO ART EXHIBIT Oct. 5–Nov. 4. able and perpetual attraction to violence, Twenty-four landscape painters have been destruction, and chaos. Utah Shakespeare invited to participate in the Zion Plein Air Festival, Randall L. Jones Theatre, 300 W. Art Invitational. Prior to this event, each art- Center St., Cedar City. ist displays 2 studio paintings at the Human “MATILDA” Oct. 10 and 13, showtimes History Museum in Zion National Park. Utah vary. The Tony Award-winning “Matilda The 9, Springdale. Musical,” inspired by Roald Dahl, revels in BALLET SERIES WITH MARJOLAINE the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagi- CAZALIS HALL Oct. 6 and 20, 8–9:30 a.m. nation, and the inspiring story of a girl who Intermediate/advanced age 16–adult. $60. dreams of a better life. Packed with high-ener- Electric Theater, 68 E. Tabernacle St., St. gy dance numbers, catchy songs, and plenty George. of Tuacahn magic. Tuacahn Ampitheatre, 1100 Tuacahn Dr., Ivins. The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2018 • Page 19 “THE LIAR” Oct. 6, and 10–13, 8 p.m. A 360 BAND AT CASABLANCA Oct. 17–21, STAR PARTY A guided stargazing tour takes spirited seventeenth century French farce 7 p.m. Showtimes may vary. 80s rock, pop, place in Dark Canyon Star Park every night. brilliantly adapted for today, complete with dance, R & B cover band. Must be 21 or Learn something about the night sky and the mistaken lovers, suspicious fathers, sparkling older. Free admission. Skydome Lounge, 950 universe. For reservations, text or call (435) romance, frothy comedy, and an abundance W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite. 899-9092 or email [email protected]. of breathtakingly intricate “alternative facts.” HIGH RISE AT CASABLANCA Oct. 24–28, 7 N. Hwy. 89, Kanab. COSTUME SEMINAR Oct. 5, and 12, 11 Randall L. Jones Theatre, 300 W. Center p.m. Showtimes may vary. Vegas dance band NEW HORIZONS BAND AND ORCHESTRA a.m. 11 a.m. Eileen and Allen Anes Studio Street, Cedar City. Theatre, Cedar City. playing current and retro pop, rock, dance, FOR SENIOR ADULTS 2 p.m. Dates vary. LARA ASH & INFERNO AT RIVER LOUNGE and R&B. 21 or older. 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Supports lifelong music participation for Oct. 6,and 13, 11 a.m. ACTOR SEMINAR Oct. 5–7, 8 p.m. Variety cover band. Free Mesquite. seniors, teacher training opportunities for col- Seminar Grove, Cedar City. admission, must be 21 or older. 100 Pioneer BIG SKILLET AT RIVER LOUNGE Oct. lege music students, and music education for Blvd., Mesquite. “OTHELLO” Oct. 2, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, and 24–28, 7 p.m. Showtimes may vary. 70s and youth. Visit zionmusicensembles.com. The 13, 2 p.m. Anes Studio Theatre, Cedar City. GREGG PETERSON BAND AT 80s rock and country cover band. Free admis- DiFiore Center, 307 N. Main St., St. George. PROPS SEMINAR Oct. 11, 11 a.m. Eileen CASABLANCA Oct. 6 and 7, 8 p.m. show- sion. Must be 21 or older. 100 Pioneer Blvd., GENTLE YOGA Mondays and Wednesdays and Allen Anes Studio Theatre, Cedar City. times may vary. Variety and dance band. Mesquite. at 4:15 p.m. ZACI Yoga, 348 N. Bluff St. Free. 21 or older. 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., TOUCH OF SILK AT CASABLANCA Oct. #205, St. George. “CINDERELLA” Oct. 6, 8, 16, and 19, Mesquite. Showtimes vary. 7 p.m. The brand new 11–Nov. 4, 7 p.m. Showtimes may vary. KARAOKE AT THE ONE AND ONLY Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” is the CJ SIMMONS AT RIVER LOUNGE Oct. Playing old school R&B, Motown, and more. Mondays and Wednesdays at 9 p.m. 800 E. Tony Award-winning musical that’s delighting 10–14, 7 p.m. showtimes may vary. Country Free. 21 or older. 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., St. George Blvd., St. George. audiences with its surprisingly contemporary covers and originals! Free admission, must Mesquite. be 21 or older. 100 Pioneer Blvd., Mesquite. take on the classic tale. This lush production SOUTHERN UTAH WATERCOLOR features an incredible orchestra, jaw-drop- CHASE & THE PURSUIT AT CASABLANCA SOCIETY EXHIBIT Nov. 1–3, 9 a.m. Cedar Events by Day ping transformations and all the moments you Oct. 10–14, 7 p.m. Showtimes may vary. City Library, 303 N. 100 E., Cedar City. love. Tuacahn Ampitheatre, 1100 Tuacahn Rock, top 40, dance, and country variety “NEWSIES” Nov. 1–3, 7:30 p.m. Pine View SUNDAYS Dr., Ivins. band. Skydome Lounge. Free admission, High School, 2850 E. 750 N., St. George. SOUTHERN UTAH MORMON TRANSITION/ must be 21 or older. 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., “THE PRINCE OF EGYPT” July 13–Oct. 20, SUPPORT GROUP 1–2:30 p.m. Held Mesquite. BLACKSMITH ADVENTURES 6 p.m. showtimes vary. From the Tony & Academy Sundays from 1 to 2:30 p.m., this weekly sup- Experience a hands-on introduction to the award-winning composer Stephen Schwartz MOST WANTED AT RIVER LOUNGE Oct. port group is for individuals questioning their age-old craft of blacksmithing. Forge lasting (“Wicked,” “Godspell”) comes the Tuacahn 17–21, 7 p.m. Showtimes may vary. Playing Mormon faith and looking to join like-minded memories as you forge your very own keep- premiere of “The Prince of Egypt,” an inspir- classic rock, disco, oldies, country, and every- sake project. Great fun for families, small people in open discussion on navigating a ing new musical that recounts Moses’ journey thing in between. Free. 21 or older. Virgin groups, couples and individuals. Taste of Fire faith transition. The group meets in at the to save his people from the oppressing grasp River Hotel & Casino, 100 Pioneer Blvd., 6–7 p.m., Flirt with Fire 7–9:30 p.m. black- north end of the building by the pharmacy in of his Pharaoh brother Ramses. Inspired Mesquite. the community room at Smith’s, located at by the beloved DreamWorks animation film smithadventures.com. Blacksmith Adventures PIZZA N PAINT NIGHT FOR KIDS 6 p.m. 565 S. Mall Dr. in St. George. featuring a score that includes the Academy shop, 2540 S. Hwy 89A, Kanab. every Friday and Saturday. Fridays are for Award-winning “When You Believe.” Tuacahn JERRY ANDERSON’S PRIVATE STUDIO 4–12 year olds and Saturdays are for 8–14 Center for the Arts, 1100 Tuacahn Dr., Ivins. Oct. 26, and 27, 10 a.m. Washington Co. year olds. Pizza, a movie, and paint supplies MONDAYS artist/sculptor Jerry Anderson’s studio will be OUTBACK HIKING CLUB OF SOUTHERN are provided. Kids take home their creations. USMS SWIM TECHNIQUE COACHING 8 open. Silver Reef Ghost Town, 1903 Wells UTAH Dates and times vary. Visit meetup. Ms. Traci’s Small Scholars, 293 E. Telegraph a.m. Free. Must pay Sand Hollow Aquatic Fargo Rd., St. George. com/outback-hiking-club-of-southern-utah. St. Ste. 103, Washington. Center pool entry fee. Current USMS mem- KANAB TREASURE QUEST Nov 2–4. bership required. All level swimmers 18+, Teams of 3-5 people will use a phone app individual abilities considered in workout to complete challenges and gain points for structure. Call Lynne Lund at (760) 844- the chance to win over $10,000 in cash and 6288. 1144 Lava Flow Dr., St. George. prizes. Kanab. STORY TIME WITH GRANDPA STEVE 10 NO COVER! ALL AGES! LIVING HISTORY AT SILVER REEF GHOST a.m. Washington County Library, 88 W. 100 TOWN Fourth weekend of everymonth. 10 S., St. George. ON BRATI AT ZIO a.m. Silver Reef Museum, 1903 Wells Fargo ELE N PRECISON HEARING AND MEMORY C NP LL E Rd., Leeds. MATTERS MONDAY MOVIE MATINEE 1 FA N L TR A A BEST FRIENDS ANIMAL SANCTUARY p.m. The Precision Hearing Monday Matinee U N N C TOUR 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Drive to the sanctu- series is a new, free community event that is N E bringing back the classics featuring memo- A ary and take a tour through the visitor cen-
H ter. Make reservations at (435) 644-2001 rable film favorites from the 1950’s and 60’s. T X I or visit bestfriends.org. Best Friends Animal The Electric Theater, 68 E. Tabernacle St., S Sanctuary, 5001 Angel Canyon Rd., Kanab. St. George. E
H T COWBOY DINNER AND SKIT 9 a.m. Join COMMUNITY BEREAVEMENT GROUP the Chuckwagon Cookout at Little Hollywood 3:30 p.m. A supportive and educational group Museum for the buffet when they have tours for those experiencing grief resulting from scheduled. Walk-ins are welcome. Most seat- the loss of a loved one. Call (702) 346- ings include an episode of the “How the West 5224. Mesquite Library, 121 W. First N. St., Was Lost” cowboy skit. $16 for lunch and $20 Mesquite. for dinner. 297 W. Center St., Kanab. KICKSTART YOUR HEALTH NUTRITION ART CLASSES Tuesdays and Thursdays at AND COOKING CLASSES 4:30 p.m. Class 6 p.m. Oil painting, drawing, portraits, and topics range from digestion to blood pressure. pastel classes available. Desert Rose Art Visit nutritiousway.org. 1554 Hummingbird Studio, 225 N. Bluff St., Suite 1, St. George. Dr., St. George. POLE FITNESS CLASSES 7 p.m. Beginner GIVE IT A WHIRL POTTERY CLASS 5 p.m. class (Flow 1) held Tuesday and Thursday Try out a potter’s wheel and learn basics of LIVE MUSIC by nights at 7 p.m. for $10. Or attend the free throwing a pot on the wheel. 2-hour class. All Christian MIlls Band community intro class at 7 and 8 p.m. Saturday tools and supplies provided. $30 per person. nights. Book a party for your bachelorette or No registration. The Tilted Kiln, 215 W. St. George Staheli Memorial Umpah Ensemble birthday party. 270 N. 2940 E., St. George. George Blvd., St. George. Whiskey Tooth Revival MOVIES AT CRESCENT MOON MOVIE ST. GEORGE DANCE COMPANY CLASS
THEATER Wednesdays–Saturdays at 7:30 7:30–8:45 p.m. Ballet for adults, intermediate BEER & WINE GARDEN by ZION BREWERY p.m. and Saturdays at 1 p.m. Ticket prices to advanced. Open to the public. Visit saint- start at $6. Call (435) 644-2350 or visit cres- georgedance.com or call (435) 773-1221. GERMAN BBQ FREE KIDS ZONE centmoonkanab.com. 150 S. 100 E., Kanab. FOR MORE The Electric Theater, 68 W. Tabernacle St., INFO: SATURDAY OCTOBER 13, 4PM to 9PM KARAOKE AT THE STATELINE CASINO St. George. ZION CANYON VILLAGE | 95 ZION PARK BLVD SPRINGDALE Tuesdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. Karaoke goes until they’re finished. Stateline Casino, YOUR FEATURED EVENT HERE! 490 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite. CALL (435) 656-1555. Page 20 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2018 INTERMEDIATE LEVEL WEST COAST JOYFUL YOGA 6:30 p.m. Kundalini Yoga CEDAR SATURDAY MARKET 9 a.m.–1 SWING CLASSES AND DANCING Each as taught by Yogi Bhajan. Free, donations p.m. every Saturday. Food, artisans, draw- first and third Tuesday of the month at 7 accepted. Sage Hills Healing Center, 6232 W. ings, bingo, and more. Held indoors during p.m. $6 per person per class. For more infor- Sage Hills Dr., Cedar City. winter. (435) 463-3735. IFA, 905 S. Main St., mation, contact Neil Duncan at neiljames- Cedar City. SINDUSTRY 7 p.m. Free drink and draw- [email protected] or call (619) 994-6854. ing ticket, corn hole tournament, beer pong, TAI CHI DRAGON QIGONG AT SANTA Washington City Community Center, upstairs and Jenga. Live entertainment. $10 buckets CLARA LIBRARY 10:30–11:30 a.m. Full- TUESDAYS aerobics room, 350 E. 200 N., Washington. of beer. No cover charge. 275 Mesa Blvd., body energetic healing. Admission is free. No NEW HORIZONS ORCHESTRA 9:30–11:30 Mesquite. experience needed. Tai Chi Dragon Qigong is a.m. Tuesdays. Free group music instruction WEDNESDAYS good for all ages and all levels of health and for senior adults, beginning or experienced. mobility. Santa Clara Library, 1099 N. Lava zionmusicensembles.com. Washington STORY TIME WITH MRS. MANN 10 a.m. FRIDAYS Flow Dr., Santa Clara. Fields, 471 W. Washington Palms Way, St. Washington County Library, 88 W. 100 S., YOGA NIDRA AND GONG 9 a.m. A unique George. St. George. SATURDAY MOVIE MATINEE 2 p.m. St. guided meditation preceded by yogic breath- George Library, 88 W. 100 S., St. George. CHILDREN’S STORY TIME 10 a.m. Frontier STORY TIME 11 a.m. Washington County ing and movement. All levels welcome. The Homestead State Park, 635 N. Main St., Library System, 36 S. 300 W., Hurricane. Healing Tree, 535 S. Main St. #4, Cedar City. KANAB OUTDOOR MARKET 4 p.m. Local Cedar City. crafts, produce, live entertainment, and more. WRITERS’ IMPROVEMENT GROUP 2 and 6 SUP YOGA AT QUAIL 10 a.m. Join Michelle Comfort Suites, 150 W. Center St., Kanab. FRONTIER STORY TIME 10 a.m. Each p.m. Offered by Heritage Writers Guild. Bring Ennis and DIG Paddlesports UP Yoga Friday LIVE MUSIC AT ZION CANYON BREW PUB Tuesday, preschool children can learn about up to eight pages of writing, double spaced, mornings. Experience the Bliss of Yoga on 4–7 p.m. Free. Zion Canyon Brew Pub, 95 the past through stories and history-related 12-point font for free and friendly feedback. the water while laughing, getting wet, and Zion Park Blvd., Springdale. events. A different story and activity is fea- For more information, call (435) 625-1743. having a great time. Whether you are an St. George Library, 88 W. 100 S., St. George. tured each week. Free. (435) 586-9290. experienced yogi or you just want to try Frontier Homestead State Park Museum, 635 ANIME GAMER CLUB 3 p.m. Teens and something new, challenging, and fun, this Events by Date N. Main St., Cedar City. ‘tweens who love anime, gaming, or both class is for everyone. Feel at ease while you MEMORY MATTERS EARLY STAGE meet for book discussions, games, and great are guided to move and balance. Taught by a MEMORY LOSS SERIES 10:30 a.m. times. Santa Clara Library, 1099 Lava Flow certified Stand Up Paddle Yoga instructor in Fri, Oct 5 Designed to aid the person with memory loss Dr., St. George. a safe and supportive environment. Classes FIELD OF SCREAMS OPENING FRIGHT NIGHT Staheli Family Farm, 3400 S. and their primary care partners and includes 5 p.m. Join one of are 90 minutes and include SUP instruction, WELCOME WAGGIN Washington Fields Road, Washington. presentations on legal and financial prepara- Best Friends’ founders to learn more about warm up, flow, playtime, and savasana on the tion, pharmaceutical and alternative rem- the organization, hear heartwarming stories, water. Quail Creek State Park, 472 N. 5300 TOM WHEELER ARTIST RECEPTION edies, brain health, and nutrition. Falls Event and discover secrets about the sanctuary. W., Hurricane. 6 p.m. Z-Arts will host an artist reception Center, 170 S. Mall Dr., St. George. for local Springdale artist Tom Wheeler Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, 5001 Angel TODDLER TIME Thursday’s and Friday’s, 11 Refreshments will be served and admission STORY TIME WASHINGTON BRANCH 11 Canyon Rd., Kanab. a.m. Washington County Library System, 88 a.m. Washington County Library System, is free. Canyon Community Center, 126 Lion KARAOKE AT BEAVER DAM STATION W. 100 S., St. George. Blvd., Springdale. 220 N. 300 E., Washington. 5:30–9 p.m. Full bar. 21 and over, must have MOMS ‘N TOTS PLAYTIME 11 a.m. ST. GEORGE STREETFEST 6 p.m. On the NEW HORIZONS BAND 2–4 p.m. Tuesdays. ID. Hosted by singer Gayle Louise. Beaver Washington County Library System, 36 S. first Friday night of every month, downtown Free group music instruction for senior adults, Dam Station, County Hwy. 91, Littlefield, AZ. 300 W., Hurricane. St. George transforms into a multi-stage out- beginning or experienced. zionmusicensem- PAINT NITE AT ‘BOUT TIME PUB & GRUB door concert venue and street market. Town bles.com. St. George Library, 88 W. 100 S., PAINT YOUR PET PARTY 5–7 p.m. For just 6 p.m. No experience necessary. Use the square, 50 S. Main, St. George. St. George. code SUTAH for 35% off. Drinks purchased $20 per person, you’re provided with an 11x14 canvas, paints, brushes, and artist instruction. DSU CHORAL CONCERT 7:30 p.m. DSU, KARAOKE AT PEGGY SUE’S DINER 5–9 from the venue separately, no BYOB. 21 and No prior painting experience is needed. Don’t 225 S. 700 E., St. George. p.m. Full bar and grill. Hosted by singer Gayle up. 929 W. Sunset Blvd., St. George. have a pet? Thumb through one of the many Louise. 380 N. Sandhill Blvd., Mesquite. UTAH SYMPHONY 7:30 p.m. cedarcity.org/ GRATITUDE & GRIT: YOGA FOR Best Friends’ magazines to find an animal calendar Heritage Center Theatre, 105 N. 100 HERITAGE WRITERS GUILD Second ADDICTION RECOVERY 6 p.m. Meditation of your liking or email a web image to vistor- and yoga exercises to help overcome E., Cedar City. Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. Meets in [email protected] and they’ll print it out destructive behaviors. All are welcome. Sage the basement of the St. George Library. Call for you. Email [email protected] to THE MARVELOUS WONDRETTES 7:30 Hills Healing Center, 6232 W. Sage Hills Dr., (435) 634-5737. 88 W. 100 S., St. George. sign up. Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, 5001 p.m. Featuring your favorite hits from the Cedar City. Angel Canyon Rd., Kanab. ‘50s and ‘60s, Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, PAINT NITE 6 p.m. Thursdays. Use the and Suzy are set to entertain after the prom’s code “SUTAH” for 35% off. 21 and older. KARAOKE AT OASIS GOLF CLUB 5–9 p.m. original plan for music has fallen through. St. Sand Hollow Resort, 5662 W. Clubhouse Dr., THURSDAYS Full bar and grill. Hosted by singer Gayle George Musical Theater, 212 N. Main St., St. Hurricane. DESERT COMMUNITY STRINGS 6:30 a.m. Louise. 100 Palmer Lane, Mesquite. George. New community orchestra open to all ages and OPEN PAINT NIGHT 6 p.m. Desert Rose Art SUU DISCOVER STORY TIME 6:30 p.m. JOSH WARBURTON AT PEEKABOO Studio invites anyone who would like to join a abilities. Cost is $30 per month. St. George Medical Building, 736 S. 900 E., St. George. Cedar City Library, 303 N. 100 E., Cedar City. KITCHEN 7:30 p.m. Free. Josh Warburton group of artists. Bring whatever medium you covers folk, blues, and rock with unique LIVE MUSIC AT PEEKABOO WOOD FIRED want. Cost is $15. Call Alice Hiatt at (435) SUMMER STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. Cedar vocals and acoustic guitar. 233 W. Center KITCHEN 8–10 p.m. Free. 233 W. Center 256-3317. 225 N. Bluff St. Suite 1, St. George. City Library, 303 N. 100 E., Cedar City. St., Kanab. St., Kanab. TRIBUTE TO THE KING AT CASABLANCA TODDLER TIME Thursday’s and Friday’s, 11 FAMILY FARM DANCE NIGHTS 8 p.m. 6–10 p.m. Starring John Brooks. Must be 21 a.m. Washington County Library System, 88 DJ SPINZ AT THE ONE AND ONLY 9 p.m. Staheli Family Farm, 3400 S. Washington or older. Free. “ Voted Best of Las Vegas W. 100 S., St. George. 64 N. 800 E., St. George. Fields Road, Washington. 233 W. Center St., 2013 “Best Elvis Tribute Show” and “Best MENTAL HEALTH CLASSES 5:30 p.m. Kanab. Lounge Performer.” CasaBlanca Skydome Free. National Alliance on Mental Illness Lounge, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite. SATURDAYS THE COMEDY MACHINE 8:30 p.m. Enjoy offers classes for families and loved ones GUIDED SATURDAY MORNING HIKE 7 top comedic performances from the United THE GRACEFUL WOMAN 6:30 p.m. Open coping with mental illness. Peer to Peer and a.m. Venture into the stunning outback that States. Tickets are $15–$25 and can be to women of all ages for a night to empower, Family to Family classes taught by trained surrounds St. George on a guided half-day purchased at startickets.com. Casablanca uplift, heal, strengthen, and teach. Fruit and volunteers in recovery. Support group for hiking tour (4–5 hours). Scheduled hiking Resort, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite. tea will be served after class. By donation. Peer to Peer Sept. 7. Support group for tours begin at the St. George Adventure REALITY CHECK AT TOADZ 9 p.m. Classic Sage Hills Healing Center, 6232 W. Sage Family to Family Sept. 4. Washington County Hub (spring and fall months). The guide is rock covers. 432 N. 100 W., Cedar City. Hills Dr., Cedar City. Library, 88 W. 100 S., St. George. a local expert trained as a Wilderness First LIBRARY ART CLUB FOR CHILDREN 6:30 PAINT NIGHT AT SAND HOLLOW RESORT Responder. Call (435) 673-7246. Adventure p.m. Every second and fourth Tuesday of 6 p.m. No experience necessary. Use the Hub St. George, 128 N. 100 W. Suite 124, Sat, Oct 6 each month. Free. Register in the children’s code SUTAH for 35% off. Drinks purchased St. George. GIANT PUMPKIN DROP AND CANDY area. St. George Library, 88 W. 100 S., St. from the venue separately, no BYOB. 21 and TUACAHN SATURDAY MARKET 9 a.m.–1 CANNON 5:30 p.m. Staheli Family Farm, 3400 George. up. 5662 W. Clubhouse Dr., Hurricane. p.m. Come enjoy the wonderful surroundings S. Washington Fields Road, Washington. OLD TIME FIDDLERS JAM SESSION 7 p.m. LINE DANCING AT THE ONE AND ONLY at the outdoor market in the canyon featuring “WOODLAWN” AT ELECTRIC THEATER 6 Free. Parry’s Lodge Old Barn Theater 89 E. 9 p.m. Come have some good old fashioned local artwork, crafts, food and entertainment. p.m. Free movie screening. 68 E. Tabernacle Center St., Kanab. fun with a friendly crowd. 64 N. 800 E., St. 1100 Tuacahn Dr., Ivins. St., St. George. George. YEAR ROUND FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.– JON STONE AT KAYENTA 7 p.m. Multi- Find more events daily KARAOK WITH DJ JANELLE AT MIKES noon every Saturday. Cedar City’s year-round instrumentalist from Louisiana plays acoustic TAVERN 9 p.m.–1 a.m. No cover. 90 W. downtown farmers market. 50 W. University folk on violin, mandolin, and other strings. at SUindependent.com Hoover Ave., Cedar City. Blvd./Center St., Cedar City. Kayenta Arts Village, Ivins. The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2018 • Page 21 Tues, Oct 9 Sat, Oct 13 Sat, Oct 20 RANGER CHAT: WILDLIFE OF NEVADA MOST WANTED BAND 10 a.m. Apple SPOOKYTOWN FAIR 10 a.m. Free. St. 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Join a Nevada Festival, New Harmony. George Area Chamber of Commerce, 136 N. Department of Wildlife ranger to learn about 100 E., St. George. CLASS: SHAKESPEARE FORUM 10 a.m. the variety of wildlife living n the recreation UTAH CONCEALED CARRY CLASS 10 SUU education department, 351 W. Center TUACAHN OKTOBERFEST 10 a.m. Free area. The ranger will share tips about wildlife a.m. Fulfills the training required by the Utah St., Cedar City. Oktoberfest is a celebration of the German and answer questions about licenses and Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) to culture including wine and beer. Tuacahn other regulations. Alan Bible Visitor Center, “O.U.R.” PADDLE Noon. ourrescue.org, qualify for a Utah Concealed Firearm Permit. Amphitheatre, 1100 Tuacahn, Ivins. 10 Lakeshore Road, Boulder City, Nevada. facebook:com/digpaddlesports, email 12@ Class length: 4 hours. Range time: none. (not digpaddlesports.com or bill@digpaddles- GIRLFRIEND GETAWAY MINI RETREAT JAZZ IMPROV CLINIC 6 p.m. (435) 673- required for permit) BCI-approved course ports.com or call (435) 680-5818. Quail Creek Noon. Enjoy a day together full of pampering 4206, [email protected], difiorecenter. curriculum and instructors. What to bring: State Park, 472 N 5300 W, Hurricane. and laughs. Tickets are $159. Must be 16 org. DiFiore Center, 307 N. Main St., St. Pre-registration ticket or receipt, Something years or older. CEO Salon Spa and Wellness, George. ZION ROCKTOBERFEST AT ZION CANYON to take notes with, state-issued photo ID. Do 671 S. 1000 E., St. George. BREW PUB 4–9 p.m. Whiskey Tooth Revival, not bring weapons or ammunition into the SYMPHONY BAND CONCERT 7:30 p.m. Christian Mills Band, George Staheli Umpah WIRELEFANT AT ZION CANYON BREW classroom. You do not need a gun to take this Eccles Fine Arts Center, S. 700 E., St. George. class. Class topics include the safe loading, Ensemble. There will be a Beer Garden, PUB 4–7 p.m. Free. Wirelefant is an alter- unloading, storage, and carrying of firearms German BBQ, Kids Zone. Free. 95 Zion Park native rock band formed in Southern Utah. to be concealed. Current laws defining lawful Wed, Oct 10 Blvd., Springdale. Originally created as an acoustic duo, they have continually developed their sound, self defense, use of force by private citizens, REGENERATIVE STEM CELL SEMINAR WADE HAMMOND AT CASABLANCA 8:30 changing members throughout. From enter- including use of deadly force, transporta- FOR PAIN RELIEF 12:15 p.m. Free, must p.m. “Celebrating the Country Legends” plus taining young crowds in loud venues, to tion, and concealment. Pistol operation, pistol RSVP and bring tickets. (435) 773-7790. East “The Best of The Crooners.” Must be 21 pleasing families out to dinner with some light cartridges and components, ammunition mal- West Health, 558 E. Riverside Dr. #208, St. or older to attend. 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., melodies and familiar tunes, Wirelefant is just functions, maintenance and cleaning, holster George. Mesquite. selection and concealment techniques. C-A-L good music. 95 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale. FIX & FLIP REAL ESTATE DEALS 6:30 p.m. KARAOKE WITH DJ VEXIFY AT MIKE’S Ranch, 750 S. Main St., Cedar City. RED ROCKTOBERFEST 4 p.m. Art, food, Come tour of a real property and learn about TAVERN 90 W. Hoover Ave, Cedar City. music, poetry, dancing, wagon rides, photog- KAYENTA ACOUTIC ROOTS MUSIC ARTS the many aspects to consider when looking at raphy, games, activities, and more. Center FESTIVAL (K.A.R.M.A. FEST) 1 p.m. Lacey an investment possibility. Properly evaluating Street, Kanab. Drew and Crew, McLaughlin Brashear, The a CMA, rehab costs and time schedules are Mon, Oct 15 Canyoneers, Native Grass Band, Jon Stone the key to becoming a successful RE inves- LIBRARY STORY TIME 10 a.m. Panguitch OKTOBERFEST 5 p.m. Free. Desert Duo with Byron Owens, Lindsey Short tor. (646) 470-8121. St. George. Library, 25 S. 200 E., Panguitch. Homesforheartsfoundation.org. Bloomington Country Club, 3174 S. Bloomington Dr. E., Band, Washburn Family Band. Kayenta PAINT WITH ME 6 p.m. For ages 6 and over. St. George. Center for The Arts, 881 Coyote Gulch Ct., Even Stevens, 471 E. St. George Blvd., St. Ivins. Thurs, Oct 11 CHAMBER TRAINING FEATURING DAN George. LEANNE REES AT KAYENTA 5 p.m. Celebrating the one-year anniversary of PARLEY’S DRIFTERS AT ZION CANYON CLARK 11:30 a.m. Dan Clark is a Hall of CANYON VIEW HIGH MARCHING BAND the Lorraine Boccardo Theatre with concert BREW PUB 4–7 p.m. Parley’s Drifters play Fame speaker who has worked with 200 of SHOWCASE 8 p.m. Marching Band. Family/ pianist Leanne Rees, daughter of Lorraine good-timey music. Their style is heavily influ- the Fortune 500 companies. Dixie Technology Community Performance. 166 W. 1925 N., Boccardo. $40. Full reception follows with enced by old-timey players, with a lot of coun- College, 610 S. Tech Ridge Dr., St. George. Cedar City. try, bluegrass, blues, and rock-n-roll mixed in. hors d’oeuvres and drinks. 881 Coyote Gulch Old-timey refers to the oldest form of country OSU CONCERT 7:30 p.m. (435) 592-6051 Ct., Ivins. music that was ever recorded. 95 Zion Park Heritage Center Theatre, 105 N. 100 E., Cedar City. Tues, Oct 16 TOM BENNETT AT GEORGE’S CORNER Blvd., Springdale. CANYON VIEW HIGH FALL CHOIR 8 p.m. Tom Bennett sings country and is MASTERS OF PUPPETS AT CASABLANCA CONCERT 7 p.m. 166 W. 1925 N., Cedar based out of SLC. 2 W. St. George Blvd., St. 8:30 p.m. World-famous Metallica tribute Fri, Oct 12 City. George. band. Most requested tribute by U.S. mili- JON STONE AT PEEKABOO KITCHEN MOSCOW BALLET PERFORMS “THE DONNY EDWARDS AT CASABLANCA 8:30 tary. (800) 585-3737 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., 7:30 p.m. Free. Multi-instrumentalist Jon NUTCRACKER” 7:30 p.m. Heritage Center p.m. Elvis tribute artist. Must be 21 or older Mesquite. Stone from Louisiana plays acoustic folk on Theatre, 105 N. 100 E., Cedar City. to attend. CasaBlanca Resort, 950 West MUDDY BOOT BAND 9 p.m. Mike’s Tavern, violin, mandolin and other strings. 233 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite. Center St., Kanab. 90 W. Hoover Ave., Cedar City. BYU BALLROOM DANCE COMPANY 7:30 Thurs, Oct 18 p.m. Cox Performing Arts Center, 325 S. 700 READ TO A DOG 4 p.m. Children can read to Mon, Oct 22 Sun, Oct 7 E., St. George. registered therapy dogs. Washington County FALL FESTIVAL 5 p.m. The garden in UTAH CULINARY FESTIVAL KICKOFF Library System, 88 W. 100 S., St. George. Tonaquint Park, 1851 S. Dixie Dr., St. George. PARTY 6 p.m. A weeklong celebration of BOOK CLUB 4 p.m. “People of the Book“ by COLOR COUNTRY CAMERA CLUB 4TH local restaurants showcasing unique menu Geraldine Brooks. St. George Art Museum, MONDAY 6 p.m. The Color Country Camera items. IG Winery, 59 W. Center St., Cedar 47 E. 200 N., St. George. Club is a fellowship of people with a mutual City. interest in photography who routinely gather at BYU BALLROOM DANCE COMPANY DSU FLUTE CHOIR 7:30 p.m. Eccles Fine meetings and on field trips to share photograph- Arts Center, S. 700 E., St. George. ic knowledge and experiences. Attendees are Mon, Oct 8 at all levels of expertise, beginners to profes- LAKE MEAD BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Fri, Oct 19 sionals. No fees or by-laws. St George Public 12:30 p.m. Join rangers to celebrate the 54th Library, 88 W. 100 S., St. George. “COCO” 6 p.m. Free movie screening. anniversary of the establishment of Lake Promising Future, 435 N. Main St., La Verkin. PAINT WITH A TEEN NITE 6 p.m. Ages Mead National Recreation Area. Alan Bible 13 and over, anyone under 16 must be Visitor Center, 10 Lakeshore Road, Boulder COYOTE TALES 7:30 p.m. Open-mic story- accompanied by a paying/painting adult Even City, Nevada. telling event where audience members take Stevens, 471 E. St. George Blvd., St. George. the stage to share true, on-theme stories. FAFSA COMPLETION NIGHT 5 p.m. Expert This event’s theme is “Right Place, Right DSU JAZZ CONCERT 7:30 p.m. Eccles Fine help for parents and students to complete the Time.” Prepare a five-minute story about Arts Center, S. 700 E., St. George. application for Federal Student Aid. Enterprise what antics transpired just because you were High School. 565 S. 200 E. St., Enterprise. in the right place at the right time. Preshow At the Cox Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. as PAINT WITH ME 6 p.m. For ages 6 and over. cocktail party at 6:30 p.m. Center for the Arts Wed, Oct 24 part of DSU’s Celebrity Concert Series, Even Stevens, 471 E. St. George Blvd., St. at Kayenta, 881 Coyote Gulch Ct., Ivins. MEET THE CHAMBER AT LIVE WELL BYU’s Ballroom Dance Company’s pro- George. CENTER 11 a.m. Live Well Center, 652 S. duction “Swing ‘n’ Sway” presents ball- TOM BENNETT AT PEEKABOO KITCHEN Medical Center Dr., St. George. SNOW CANYON HIGH COLUMBUS DAY room dance in a theatrical environment 7:30 p.m. Free. Tom Bennett sings country CONCERT 7 p.m. Snow Canyon High School, with a contemporary point of view. Its and is based out of SLC. 233 W. Center St., BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP 7 p.m. 126 1385 Lava Flow Dr., St. George. innovative choreography is compelling, Kanab. ok Lion Blvd., Springdale. CHOIR CONCERT 7:30 p.m. Cedar High engaging, and just plain fun. Audiences DJ JANELLE AT MIKE’S TAVERN 9 p.m. School, 703 W. 600 S., Cedar City. will be mesmerized as couples dance a 21 and over, 90 W. Hoover Ave., Cedar City. romantic waltz and feel the energy build Thurs, Oct 25 DESERT HILLS HIGH SCHOOL CHOIR as the company moves to the rhythms of GOTHIC BALL: VAMPIRE AND WITCHES SCARYOKE KARAOKE WITH DJ JANELLE CONCERTS 7:30 p.m. Desert Hills High Latin America. NIGHT OUT 9 p.m. Toadz, 432 N. 100 W., Mike’s Tavern, 90 W. Hoover Ave., Cedar School, 828 E. Desert Hills Dr., St. George. Cedar City. City. Page 22 • The Independent / SUindependent.com • October 2018 PAINT YOUR PET 5 p.m. Local artist and Sun, Oct 28 instructor Jennifer Andrews will walk you Fri, Nov 2 BLOOD DRIVE 8:30 a.m. Snow Canyon High through painting over a copy of your pet’s KANAB TREASURE QUEST Nov 2–4.Teams School, 1385 Lava Flow Dr., St. George. photo. $20 per person includes an 9x12 can- of 3-5 people will use a phone app to complete vas, paints, brushes, artist instruction, and challenges and gain points for the chance to light refreshments. No prior painting experi- win over $10,000 in cash and prizes. Kanab. Fri, Oct 26 Mon, Oct 29 ence needed, all ages welcome. 5001 Angel KRISTEN CHENOWETH AT TUACAHN 8 2018 ZION MATRIX 7 p.m. Doors open at 6. ELIZABETH SMART BOOK SIGNING 8 p.m. Canyon Rd., Kanab. p.m. $55–$90. Tuacahn Amphitheatre, 1100 Concert only: $45. Dinner only: $35 (dinner Tickets available Oct. 15 at all secondary Tuacahn, Ivins. starts at 5:30 p.m.) Concert and dinner: $80. schools. Cedar Valley High School, Cedar sagehills108.com/zion-matrix-2018. Sage City. Thurs, Nov 1 DJ JANELLE AT MIKE’S TAVERN 9 p.m. Hills Healing Center, 6232 W. Sage Hills Dr., 21 and over, 90 W. Hoover Ave., Cedar City. TEEN BOOK CLUB 4 p.m. Ages 12–18. Cedar City. Cedar City Library, 303 N. 100 E., Cedar City. JON STONE AT PEEKABOO KITCHEN Wed, Oct 31 Sat, Nov 3 7:30 p.m. Free. Multi-instrumentalist Jon CREATE PLAYDATE 11 a.m. Southern Utah CHAPTER 1 BOOK CLUB 5:30 p.m. DSU PARADE Desert Hills High School, 828 Stone from Louisiana plays acoustic folk on Museum of Art, 13 S. 300 W., Cedar City. Washington County Library System, 88 W. E. Desert Hills Dr., St. George. violin, mandolin and other strings. 233 W. 100 S., St. George. HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR 5 p.m. SPREAD HOPE, SEND LOVE 5 p.m. Suicide Center St., Kanab. Food, entertainment, and games. 76 N. Main awareness event. Red Cliffs Mall, 1770 E. HALLOWEEN PARTY WITH DJ JANELLE St., Kanab. Find more at SUindependent.com Red Cliffs Dr., St. George. Mike’s Tavern, 90 W. Hoover Ave., Cedar City. Sat, Oct 27 BOO BUNCO AT CASABLANCA Noon. $99, includes room, buffet, and tournament fee. 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite. THIS IS HALLOWEEN 2:30 p.m. Center for the Arts at Kayenta, 881 Coyote Gulch Ct., Ivins. AUCTION FOR EDUCATION 3 p.m. Free parking at Hampton Inn & Springhill Marriot. To donate: (435) 627-9191 springdaletown. com. Hampton Inn & Springdale Marriott, 1127 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale. DUANE MARK TRIO AT ZION CANYON BREW PUB 4–7 p.m. Duane Mark delivers his heartfelt stories with a personal take on American Roots music. 95 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale. DUCK CREEK TRUNK OR TREAT AND HARVEST CELEBRATION 4 p.m. Village VOTE Halloween Trunk or Treat 4–5 p.m. Starts at the East End of the Village and Ends at True Value for Haunted Hayrides. Duck Creek Villiage. MARSHA DIXIE STATE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 7:30 p.m. Dixie State University, 225 S. 700 E., St. George. DAN LAVOIE AT PEEKABOO KITCHEN 7:30 p.m. Dan Lavoie is a New York-based singer/songwriter who cites rock, folk, funk, and blues influences. Peekaboo Kitchen, 233 HOLLAND W. Center St, Kanab. MICK ADAMS & THE STONES AT Utah House District 73 - Unaffiliated Candidate CASABLANCA 8:30 p.m. Rolling Stones tribute. Must be 21 or older to attend. 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite. KARAOKE HALLOWEEN PARTY WITH DJ Marsha is listening to District 73 voters and supports: VEXIFY Mike’s Tavern, 90 W. Hoover Ave., Cedar City. Senior and Veteran Services Dixie Guitar King People over Politics Rural Education Innovative Rural Business Rural Health and Safety P E O P L E F I R S T 1 marshaholland2018.com 9 9 Paid for by Marsha Holland 2018
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