Tracy Poindexter-Canton

Recent stories by Tracy

• ‘Annie’ characters shine again at Civic

  May 23, 2012 in City on Page A9 After a 28-year hiatus from the Spokane Civic Theatre stage, “Annie” returns with a glorious bang. Directed by Yvonne A.K. Johnson, the show exudes the uplifting and heartfelt spirit of …

• Civic Theatre crew succeeds despite ‘Premiere’ script’s flaws

  May 9, 2012 in City on Page A9 Spokane Civic Theatre’s director Wes Deitrick, cast and crew try their best to add sparkle to Dale Wasserman’s lackluster satirical comedy “Premiere.” This is not to say Wasserman wasn’t a …

• Theater Review: ‘Heights’ hits right note

  April 14, 2012 in City on Page B3 Infused with hip-hop rhyme and Latin rhythm, “In the Heights” is “muy excitante.” During its three-year run on Broadway, the show earned two Drama Desk Awards in 2007, four Tony …

• Theater review: Bumpkin brothers keep ‘Duck’ show lively

  April 12, 2012 in City on Page A9 It’s all fun and games until somebody shoots a celestial being in Spokane Civic Theatre’s “Duck Hunter Shoots Angel.” Kathie Doyle-Lipe directs an applaudable production of the comedy by Mitch …

• Interplayers’ ‘Infinite Ache’ tells story of love, time passing

  March 29, 2012 in Features on Page C1 Boy meets girl. Boy and girl go out on a ho-hum first date. Slightly inebriated girl goes back to boy’s apartment, falls asleep, then wakes up and realizes 50 years …

• Theater review: Caustic wit, swingin’ songs enliven ‘Pete ’n’ Keely’

  March 26, 2012 in Features, City on Page A6 Showmanship and swingin’ music flourish in Lake City Playhouse’s “Pete ’n’ Keely.” Cabaret singer and local theater veteran Abbey Crawford directs and performs in this entertaining production of James Hindman, …

• Queen Latifah brings motivational message to INB tonight

  March 22, 2012 in Features Spokane will get an opportunity to share an evening with the queen at the INB Performing Arts Center tonight – not her royal highness of the British monarchy, but rather … 4

• Theater review: Spontaneity keeps ‘Bingo’ breezy

  March 18, 2012 in City on Page B2 Zany antics and shenanigans abound in “Bingo,” an interactive experience that involves bingo playing, friendship and not-so-friendly competition. Spokane Civic Theatre Director Scott Doughty provides a rip-roaring interpretation of Michael …

• Theater review: Ex-sailor in ‘Count’ has vengeful new identity

  February 26, 2012 in Features, City on Page B10 Based on the literary masterpiece, “The Count of Monte Cristo” spins the ultimate tale of treachery, romance, adventure and revenge. Yvonne A.K. Johnson effectively directs the Spokane Civic Theatre’s production …

• ‘Beauty and the Beast’ shines

  January 28, 2012 in City on Page A8 Disney fans of all ages will delight in the current touring production of “Beauty and the Beast” for the following reasons: • Its lighthearted retelling of a beloved, romantic fairy …

• Theater review: Nothing bashful about ‘Whorehouse’

  January 15, 2012 in Features, City on Page B10 Spokane Civic Theatre director Marianne McLaughlin and musical director Benjamin Bentler deliver a satisfying version of Carol Hall’s musical “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas,” chock-full of spot-on comedic timing … 2

• A monstrously funny show

  December 17, 2011 in City on Page B2 If you fancy filthy language, dirty jokes and pure, unadulterated inappropriateness, then “Young Frankenstein” is the show for you. The touring production of the Mel Brooks musical comedy, based on …

• Review: ‘Sound of Music’ still beautiful, still enchanting

  August 14, 2011 in City on Page B7 Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre’s current production of the “The Sound of Music,” directed by Kirk Mouser, delightfully captures the charm of one of the most treasured musicals of American theater. …

• ‘Once on this Island’ tugs at the heart

  July 24, 2011 in City on Page B3 With its vivid music, chants, dancing and Caribbean rhythms, “Once on this Island” is storytelling at its finest. Under the direction of Roger Welch, the Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre’s current …

• Review: ‘Frost/Nixon’ underscores intensity of interviews

  May 19, 2011 in City on Page A7 “Frost/Nixon” offers a ringside seat to an unnerving political boxing match where winner takes all in a power struggle to save face. Spokane Civic Theatre’s current production, under the direction …

• ‘9 to 5’ delivers good, campy fun

  March 26, 2011 in City on Page A7 Despite the original Broadway production’s less-than-lukewarm reception from big-city theater critics, the national touring production of “9 to 5” is an amusing mélange of feel-good music, memorable characters and campy …

• Verdict on ‘Blonde’: It’s a class action

  February 12, 2011 in City on Page A6 If you enjoyed the 2001 movie “Legally Blonde,” starring Reese Witherspoon, then you’ll probably enjoy the national touring musical now playing in Spokane. Both offer peppy, girly fun and a …

• ‘Hairspray’ holds up well over the years

    August 9, 2010 in City on Page A6 “Hairspray” is an upbeat ball of fun, bursting with good sounds and exceptional acting. It has a solid musical score boasting a harmonious blend of 1960s Apollo Theater-style rhythm and …

• Neighborhood Updates

  June 21, 2007 in Voices on Page N4 “The Chief Garry Neighborhood Council will meet today at 7 p.m. at the Mission Community Presbyterian Church, 2103 E. Mission Ave. “The Northwest Neighborhood Council will meet today at 7 …