Golden anniversary show salutes Ross Music Theatre

HOBART | This summer marks 50 years of shows produced by Ross Music Theatre in Merrillville.

EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD: Movies show fans want something more

I don’t see many movies these days. I’m not into vampires, and the techno-thrillers produced of late hold little appeal.

Sacha Baron Cohen and Helena Bonham Carter in "Les Misérables"

Sacha Baron Cohen and actress Helena Bonham Carter and their musical number "Master of the House" are highlights in the feature film "Les Misérables."

OFFBEAT: Carter, Cohen shine in Hooper's movie 'Les Misérables'

Phil Potempa's daily entertainment news column.

Adventures in Everyday Living, Shorelines Thursday, September 6th

Les Miserables returns to Chicago in November;Denise DeClue's "City on the Make," adapted from the works of Nelson Algren will be revived next month and Donna Blue Lachman stars as Rosa Luxemburg at Acorn.---Pat Colander, Associate Publisher and Editor, Shore magazine.

Stage right: 'Showfest' at Star Plaza Theatre puts spotlight on local theater

When director Mike Reinhart of Ross Music Theatre was first approached years ago by other stage groups to help produce an annual free theater festival, he was happy for the chance.

Performing arts

M & M Productions to perform songs from 'Les Mis' on Courthouse Wednesday

VALPARAISO | M&M Productions, will be performing songs from their upcoming production of 'Les Miserables" on the courthouse Kiwanis piano this Wednesday at 11:00 a.m.