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2026 Film Festival ready to impress Georgetown viewers

GTX Film Festival celebrates independent filmmakers from around the world by bringing creative storytelling to the Heart of Texas. Founded in 2018, it has become a must-attend event for filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts.
 From left, Jeffrey Bush as Justice Wargrave, Gerry Stamatelatos as Phillip Lombard, Carrie Cardillo as Vera Claythorne, and Erik Powers as Rogers in “And Then There Were None.” Photos by Lindsey Brisbine/The Palace Theatre

From left, Jeffrey Bush as Justice Wargrave, Gerry Stamatelatos as Phillip Lombard, Carrie Cardillo as Vera Claythorne, and Erik Powers as Rogers in “And Then There Were None.” Photos by Lindsey Brisbine/The Palace Theatre

Palace brings Agatha Christie’s classic whodunit 'And Then There Were None' to life

Agatha Christie, the “Queen of Crime,” has been captivating readers and theater audiences for over a century. The Palace Theater opening of And Then There Were None kept the full house audience engaged with hints and foreshadowing of what was to come.
Dana McLaughlin, left, playing Billy Lawlor,  and Lorri Boyd, as Dorothy Brock, are shown in a photo from the dress rehearsal of the Georgetown Palace production of “42nd Street”  on Thursday, July 23, 2026. The show runs through August 30 on the Springer Stage.   Photo by Andy Sharp

Dana McLaughlin, left, playing Billy Lawlor, and Lorri Boyd, as Dorothy Brock, are shown in a photo from the dress rehearsal of the Georgetown Palace production of “42nd Street” on Thursday, July 23, 2026. The show runs through August 30 on the Springer Stage. Photo by Andy Sharp

Playtime: 42nd Street shines with energetic performances and Broadway flair

42nd Street opened July 24 on the Palace Springer Stage. The big production includes spectacular sets, advanced lighting, custom costumes and soaring scores. Large group numbers feature show-stopping choreography that fills the stage.
Cari Bernstein — dressed as a bride-to-be in a red dress — portrays Cuddles and Honey Raye. Photos by Lindsey Brisbine

Cari Bernstein — dressed as a bride-to-be in a red dress — portrays Cuddles and Honey Raye. Photos by Lindsey Brisbine

Playtime: Enjoy Dashing Through the Snow at the Palace Playhouse

A holiday-themed production, Dashing Through The Snow, opened at the Palace Playhouse November 28.The script is written by American playwrights Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten.
The cast of Men on Boats performs at Southwestern University. Photo by Anthony Warner

The cast of Men on Boats performs at Southwestern University. Photo by Anthony Warner

Playtime: Southwestern kicks off theatre season

Southwestern University opened its theater season November 7 with Men on Boats. The story centers on an American expedition.
Parker Couch and Robert Slack investigate a scene with Erik Powers (floor) performing as Actor 2.

Parker Couch and Robert Slack investigate a scene with Erik Powers (floor) performing as Actor 2.

Classic mystery on the Playhouse stage for October

Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery opened at the Palace Playhouse October 10. The crowd pleasing performance was directed with precision by Meredith Connely.The retelling of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s 1902 Sherlock Holmes story, “The Hound of the Baskervilles” was created by Ken Ludwig.
I VOTED Director Tyler Mann and wife/co-producer Rachel DeRouen accept an award at the GTX Film Festival.

I VOTED Director Tyler Mann and wife/co-producer Rachel DeRouen accept an award at the GTX Film Festival.

GTX Film Festival delights in 2025

The 2025 annual GTX Film Festival once again exceeded my high expectations.
 Patti Maisano portrays Catherine, while Jeff Bush plays Robert.  Photos courtesy The Palace Theatre

Patti Maisano portrays Catherine, while Jeff Bush plays Robert. Photos courtesy The Palace Theatre

Find ‘Proof’ at the Palace Playhouse

The June 20 Palace Playhouse opening night of Proof delivered in a big way.Proof premiered Off-Broadway in May 2000 and transferred to Broadway a few months later. The play won the 2001 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Tony Award for Best Play.
The Georgetown Palace Theatre opened Funny Little Thing Called Love June 21 on the Playhouse Stage. Photos by Suzanne McBride, courtesy the Palace Theatre

The Georgetown Palace Theatre opened Funny Little Thing Called Love June 21 on the Playhouse Stage. Photos by Suzanne McBride, courtesy the Palace Theatre

See 'Funny Little Thing Called Love' in Georgetown this month

The Georgetown Palace Theatre opened Funny Little Thing Called Love June 21 on the Playhouse Stage. The play is written by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten. The trio specialize in writing light theater comedies with strong roles for women.