Palace Playhouse — Attraction in Georgetown

Just saw a hilarious play. It was based on A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens as performed by a British company that weren't very good. An understudy had to continually read her lines, not too successfully hidden in or on props. The "diva" of the showhad said she was sick, so her understudy was performing. During the play the diva decides she wants to take over and fights with the understudy. All the characters played different roles and it was fun to see them run off stage and then reappear as somebody else. Sometimes they didn't get a full costume change or left something on that wasn't supposed to be there. The Playhouse is a smaller theatre. The seats are "horseshoed" around the stage, stadium style. Not a bad seat in the house. The actors use every entrance point. We have been to many plays, mostly comedies, and it feels more intimate than on the main stage. We always enjoy either...

I recently attended 'Don't Tell Comedy' and was initially having a good time. The atmosphere was lively, and the first comedian had the crowd in stitches. However, things took a turn when the second comedian, who was funny, took the stage. As I chuckled at his jokes, I was unexpectedly singled out and told that my laughter was 'too loud.'

Now, let me be clear: I understand the importance of maintaining a respectful atmosphere during a comedy show, but being reprimanded for laughing naturally felt entirely out of line. It made me question whether I was allowed to enjoy myself at all.

Although I wasn't kicked out, the incident left me feeling uncomfortable and unwelcome. Consequently, I made the decision to leave early. It's disappointing that what could have been a fun evening was overshadowed by such unnecessary restrictions...

This is a small Black Box Theatre, offering many and various plays.

Just like the main theatre, it is run by volunteers and the cast of the shows are amateurs.

As such the quality of the productions can vary from mediocre to better than Broadway, as has been my experience.

It's good to see the enthusiasm and dedication by these grass roots people to their craft, keeping the arts alive.

Give it a...