The Book of Mormon @ The Eccles Theater 08.24

The Book of Mormon @ The Eccles Theater 08.24
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Per the usual Matt Stone & Trey Parker brand, The Book of Mormon is crass, fearless, utterly lacking in political correctness and ultimately full of heart. … read more

Conor Oberst @ Eccles Theater 10.01 with Tim Kasher

Conor Oberst @ Eccles Theater 10.01 with Tim Kasher
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I have always felt like Oberst was one of the best songwriters of his generation, spinning yarns about things average people struggle with or overcome in a way that is accessible and applicable, and beautiful. … read more

An Evening You Might Forget: Steve Martin & Martin Short @ Eccles Theater 08.27

An Evening You Might Forget: Steve Martin & Martin Short...
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Between Martin Short’s hopping-on-one-foot dancing and Steve Martin’s poised banjo playing, the night had a lot of “stomp” to it. … read more

The “All-American Prophet”: Eccles Theatre Brings The Book of Mormon Back to the Utah Stage

The “All-American Prophet”: Eccles Theatre Brings The Book of Mormon...
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I’ve seen The Book of Mormon musical two times: the first in London, the second, Salt Lake City. Let me tell you—seeing this particular musical in Utah was 10 times better. … read more

Ryan Adams @ Eccles Theater 06.18 with Karen Elson

Ryan Adams @ Eccles Theater 06.18 with Karen Elson
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Once the set was clear of musicians, more smoke was added in the form of burning sage, a further attempt to ritually clear the area of any other entities before the lights dimmed. Adams came on board, along with his new band, opening up the music hall by instantly filling it with “Let It Ride.” … read more

Experience Hendrix @ Eccles Theater 03.06


Experience Hendrix @ Eccles Theater 03.06

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Experience Hendrix is the technical answer to the famed Jimi Hendrix expression/question, “Are you experienced?” Experience Hendrix is referenced initially before the show as a type of Electric Church, and if that makes you think of something in Vegas, you’re not far off. … read more

Heels, Wigs and All the Rage: Hedwig and the Angry Inch @ Eccles Theater

Heels, Wigs and All the Rage: Hedwig and the Angry...
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Hedwig and the Angry Inch bring comical banter, Utah-focused jokes, unbeatable musical talent and a remarkable story to the SLC scene as Hedwig enters the stage in pumps, glitter and all the rage. … read more

Morrissey: Rumors of My Demise Have Been Greatly Exaggerated @ Eccles Theater 11.12

Morrissey: Rumors of My Demise Have Been Greatly Exaggerated @...
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I’ve left many Morrissey concerts in something of a daze. It’s that strange sensation where you’ve been treated to something special, but had it snatched away from you before you were ready to see it go. … read more