The theater/entertainment scene in the Region and around the world has been pretty much nonexistent during the past two years of the pandemic.
Toward the middle of last year, though, stages were starting to open up and with the coming of 2022, the entertainment industry is starting to come back in a positive way.
In the Region, many theaters are beginning to fill their rosters with everything from plays and comedy nights to rock concerts, orchestral shows, dance productions and more.
Mark Spencer, director of West Side Theatre Guild (WSTG) in Gary, said it’s wonderful to see the entertainment scene starting to come alive once again.
“It’s essential because it’s a tool to both enlighten and educate young people (and others) in the community,” Spencer said about the theater art.
He said West Side Theatre Guild will be presenting a full schedule of offerings this year.
“We’re very grateful for the opportunity to be able to serve our community in a variety of capacities,” he said.