From the touching and sensitive to the madcap, audiences have a wide assortment of theatrical endeavors to enjoy. Musicals, mirth and social commentary fill the programs offered throughout the metropolitan area, some with a side of tasty food as well.

Putting it all together

When Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts stages "Dear Evan Hansen," the local company will be in a unique situation, something director Kelly Fouchi takes seriously while enjoying the challenge.

"When the licensing company reached out and told us we’d been selected to present the first nonreplica production in the U.S., we jumped at the opportunity," she said. The local production will keep the storyline, songs and message, but the costumes, choreography and other creative elements will be local.

"In many wa

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