Hairspray in Coralville

City Circle out did itself in their current production of 'Hairspray'--it is fun, splashy, well sung and danced, and the message is about doing the right thing. It is staged in their new home, the Coralville Center for Performing Arts, which is an almost 500 seat brand new theater space that just opened it's doors--the matinee performance we saw over the weekend was the first matinee ever in the space. It is gorgeous--great views for everyone, and the stage and theater design are functional and up-to-date.
Chris Okiishi is my link to City Circle, and he really is an inspiration in the world of community theater--City Circle strives to bring professional quality theater productions performed by community members--the vast majority of the roles, both on stage and off, are performed by volunteers. People who love plays and making them available for others. City Circle encourages children and teens to participate, and gives many people their first theatrical experience. There is something wonderful about knowing that all the people you see before you in a performance all have day jobs, that they are doing this because they love it, and the enthusiasm is infectious. My son has been invovled over this past year as a set builder and fly man, so very much a behind-the-scenes guy, but it has been grand for him. Do not miss this production of 'Hairspray' and get your season tickets!