Becky Jeanne (Julia, Pig #2) is thrilled to be a part of THE TRUE STORY OF THE 3 LITTLE PIGS cast! Becky has performed in almost 40 productions at several community and professional theaters across the Wasatch Front; this being her third with SLAC.  A few of her most memorable roles have been The Drowsy Chaperone in THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, Elizabeth Benning in YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, and as The Housekeeper in Utah Opera's 2017 production of THE MAN OF LA MANCHA. Becky can also be seen at the Natural History Museum of Utah where she portrays the Viking witch, Rúndis Elidottir and works as the public programs show manager. Becky is thrilled to be a piggy part of this piggy production and wishes you all a squealing good time!!

Derek Gregerson (Alexander T. Wolf) is beyond excited to work with this great company. He was recently seen at the Fringe Festival, in EXPOSURE, and Utah Rep’s production of HEATHER’S as JD. Some of his favorite roles include Angel in RENT, Bobby Strong in URINETOWN, and Stacee Jaxx in ROCK OF AGES. Derek is thankful for your support because without it he might huff and puff and blow your house down. Blessed. 

Ali Bennett (Lillian Magill) is excited to return to SLAC after over 10 years. Ali was last seen here at SLAC in SATURDAY’S VOYEUR 2006. She is a graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City. Ali has been seen on many stages in the area including: Egyptian Theatre Co., Silver Summit Theatre Co., Pioneer Co., Hale Center Theatre, and The Grand Theatre. Some of her favorite credits include: BETTY BLUE EYES(Joyce), COMPANY(Amy), CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG(Baroness), THE WEDDING SINGER(Julia), BRIGADOON(Meg), RAGTIME(Evelyn), XANADU(Calliope), and The MARVELOUS WONDERETTES(Cindy Lou). By day, Ali teaches preschool at Dancing Moose Montessori School. A big thanks to all the friends and family who watched her sweet Benny so she could swine it up.

Salt Lake Acting Company’s The True Story of the Three Little Pigs is a Meaty Treat for Kids and Their Parents Alike

Front Row Reviewers Utah | Steven N. Williams | December 14, 2017

The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs at Salt Lake Acting Company by Paul Gilvary, Robert Kauzlaric, and William Rush is based on the book by John Scieszka and Lane Smith. Everyone knows the story of the three little pigs. But, have you ever wondered who’s telling that story? What would it be like to hear it from the wolf’s perspective? This is a great opportunity to find out. The show is done as a courtroom drama, and the aftermath of the famous story unfolds. This version is geared mostly to kids. I brought my three-year-old with me on a daddy-daughter date. It’s a musical, and full of hilarious elements for keeping a kid’s attention. There are also plenty of enjoyable moments for adults, for instance, they use the book Animal Farm to swear in on in the courtroom.

Lillian Magill (Ali Bennett) is a freelance reporter enticed to the trial of the Big Bad Wolf by the possibility that he might not get a fair processing of justice. Bennett is upbeat and delightful throughout the show. It must take some serious energy or caffeine to keep a smiling demeanor for that length of time. The Honorable Prudence/Pig #1 (Betsy West) is a judge with strong ties to the community and strong relationships with its inhabitants. Her bias against the Big Bad Wolf isn’t something that she feels inclined to hide. West is perfect for this role in that she looked, sounded, and acted exactly as a small-town judge. Alexander T. Wolf (Derek Gregerson) is the accused at trial for the consumption of 2 Little Pigs. Gregerson does a phenomenal job of conveying his innocence and the misunderstanding that led to the accusation. He is meek and mild, although his exterior is fierce and wild. Gregerson’s singing voice is powerful and full of emotional additives to the plight he is in. Julia/Pig #2 (Becky Jeanne) is the attorney for the prosecution. Jeanne is a smart business woman with similar leanings and connections as the judge. She is convinced of the guilt and danger posed by the Big Bad Wolf. Trevor B. Dean (Rocky/ Dr. Robert/ Martha/ Maxwell/ Pig #3) is a good half of the characters in this tale. Dean displays great versatility as he quick changes between roles. He transforms his costume, voice and mannerisms with great precision.

Director/ Music Director/ Choreographer Penelope Caywood has a wonderfully crafted show that is appropriate for the whole family. It’s funny and engaging while also telling a valuable story. It is educational and completely in the style of the book. Set Design by Thomas George brings you into a simple courtroom with an exaggerated judges bench. Its imposing size sets the stage perfectly for the odds the Big Bad Wolf faces. Puppet Design, Steven Glenn Brown and Linda L. Brown, adds a large dose of horror to the story with a literally larger than life Wolf that is used in the reenactment of the crime screen. The Browns created some wonderful puppets for this story.

My three-year-old and all the other kids in the crowd seemed to love it, and I was entertained as well. The theater is a wonderfully fun set up, with different variations of seating. We were on a padded bench, some of the kids sat on mats up front, and there were even tables to sit at. We enjoyed some pig cookies and loved the atmosphere.

If you want to hear the truth behind the infamous porkers, or just have a fun time with your family, then The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs at Salt Lake Acting Company is for you.

Kids play jurors in Salt Lake Acting Company’s new trial of the Big, Bad Wolf

Salt Lake Tribune | Ellen Fagg Weist| December 6, 2017

On Wednesday morning, schoolkids overwhelmingly oinked and squealed their verdict freeing the charming Alexander T. Wolf (Derek Gregerson) — aka “big and bad” — on trial in a Piggsylvania court for huffing and puffing and, well, killing two little pigs.

“Permission to break into song,” ruled a pink-collared Judge Juris Prudence (Betsy West) from the bench.

The kid jurors from Open Classroom and Park View elementary schools voted before the closing act of Salt Lake Acting Company’s “The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs,” a fractured fairy tale of a musical.

The performance was one of nine shows in the Title 1 Arts Education Program; the public is invited to evening and matinee shows at Salt Lake Acting Company on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 29. (Ticket information at 801-363-7522 or www.saltlakeactingcompany.org.)

New Play Sounding Series
Free Reading

Monday, November 6 @ 7pm

Director: Robert Scott Smith

Actors: Tyson Baker, Anne Louise Brings, Harrison J. Lind, Allen Smith, Alicia Washington.

Stage Manager: Jennie Sant

Made up of eight short plays, the entire play takes place in and around Reykjavík, Iceland. "All of the locations are ephemeral places, transitory, the kind of places people pass through or stop to rest but do not stay for long.” - Steve Yockey

SLAC thanks the Jarvis and Constance Doctorow Family Foundation for their generous support of this vital program.