Catco Tickets

Where do I start? Tickets prices were outrageous, so I expected a professional event. The producer and all the bios even mentioned it being professional, meaning the cators and staff got paid, but I want a refund! The actress playing Shelby approached the production like a child in bad community theater! I was actually glad when she died so I did not have to hear her empty, speech impeeded, words. The rest of the actresses were alright, but not worth the $70 ticket by ANY means. The seats were uncomfortable. Like, being packed into a can of sardines uncomfortable. They chose to make this a modern day version, but did not follow through. A MODERN 22-25 year old girl is going to want a Julia Roberts hairstyle? Look, I got the joke, but it was at the sake of a relateable celebrity. A MODERN hair salon is going to have pictures of 60's style hairdos on the wall? I mean, who produced this and decided any of this was a good idea?!? In addition, they made M'Lynn and Shelby blonde. Neither actress was, so M'Lynn looked ridiculous in her wig (which did not match her hair) and Shelby's die job looked painful and unnatural. I could lietrally go on and on about how abissmal this show was.

I really enjoyed the play! The girls were all cast beautifully in their parts. I attended the matinee and it was first rate!! I am eagerly looking forward to more productions like this one. Thank-you for having this play here in Columbus!!

Was nice to see it was updated from the movie but still close to what was in it. Nice little references made and just some cute little dings here and there, the shoe swapping was cute and the reference to Julia Roberts, Billy Ray Cyrus, and other little changes was good. I totally enjoyed it. One of my fave movies. Was interesting to hear some of the theater crying, so you know it was good.

Steel Magnolias is a personal favorite. I have always wanted to see the play as this is the original introduction of this beautifully told true story through the eyes of a loving brother. This production was awesome. The venue was a first to me. The Rife Center provided such an intimate viewing. No bad seats. I will return!

The characters were portrayed perfectly - great group of actors.

Our group thought overall the characters did a nice job with the presentation. The set was fitting with the time period. Attire was nice. The cast fell short developing the bond between the characters which left it without meaning. The whole play is about the bond between these 6 women and you never felt that. Especially when Truvy told M'Lynn "She wished she had some words of wisdom, right now but i don't, so I will try to focus on joy" and she was walking away from her. You would console your friend with touch at that point. Shelby should not have shown picture of baby from I-phone. Would not have had one in the 80's. Didn't see enough hair done. That wouldn't happen in a salon. Clairee and Ouiser never got a roller or a curling iron. Clairee, Ouiser. and Annelle did a very nice job delivering some of their punch lines.

We had an excellent time at this production. The theater was cozy and helped with the feel of the entire performance. The actors performed very well and were witty. The concessions were half price that evening:)). The only complaint I have is that the theater smelled like cat urine.

I honestly didn't think I would cry, even though I did when I saw the movie, because stage plays often have an artificiality about them that keeps me from entering into them completely. However, when the writing is good and the delivery is great, I'm just as lost as I am in a movie theater. (And yes, I realize that films aren't real life either!) Even with the limited stage set (the entire play takes place in Truvy's beauty parlor) and the smaller cast (there are no male characters at all in the play), I still felt the emotional impact I experienced when watching the movie. I hate to cry in the theater because I feel so much more exposed there than in the cinema, where you can hide in the dark. But I couldn't help myself. Tears started streaming down my face even before Shelby's death. Although most of the cast was competent, I thought the woman who played Annelle was the only one who hit it spot on. Her accent, body language, facial expressions, delivery and timing were perfect. The woman who played Truvy was almost as good, but she had some trouble with her lines (although she recovered just fine). I liked the cast members who played Clairee and Ouiser (although I confess I had a hard time getting Shirley Maclaine out of my head!). And for the most part I also liked the actress who played M'Lynn. That leaves Shelby. I feel bad being critical about this part because I do think the actress gave it her all. But she was hopelessly miscast, for one thing: she didn't look that much younger than the woman who played her mother and she was also too tall in relation to her mother. I thought her wardrobe was awful and the wig she wore was too artificial-looking, both things which are not the actress' fault. It's too bad that not as much thought and care was put into this as there were with the rest of the physical details (the set, for instance, was very well done). Overall, however, seeing the play was a great experience. My hat's off to CATCO!

The depth of this bittersweet story was felt by the viewers.

Fun, comical, and true to life musical. Talented actors and actresses.

This was my first play in several years, and it was a fabulous presentation. I have never seen the movie and was told, "You gotta." I both laughed and cried; but mostly laughed at the busybody musings of these southern ladies gossiping at the beauty shop. I would have liked to have seen more hairstyling action. My only recommendation to anyone attending this venue is to avoid the attached (Front Street) parking garage. After a 2.5 hour show, we were all ready to get back home, but this garage only let one at a time pay & leave, and there was quite a backup, so next time I will try to find a prepay site. Totally recommend this for girls night out.

We loved the play very much. Actors were great and funny.

Show was great and could definitely see again. May take my daughter to see !

Professional theater. Financially affordable. Location, venue appeal and reciprocal community involvement should be exciting aspects of all CATCO ventures. I took 3 family members Sunday, 3/23, to see LOVE, PERFECT, CHANGE. Joe Bishara produced this show and he sat in front of us and I'm sure he heard our gut busting excitement. We were running late and arrived just minutes prior to the 2 p.m. show time. The scattered high top seats wouldn't work for us and as I explained this the crew immediately brought out a low top and chairs for us. They were so attentive to us. I need to buy season tickets but I do get to every show. I take others that have not been involved w CATCO and talk of years sho in Cols w Kenley Players. Now they talk, rave and ask about CATCO.

The play was great and the performers were excellent! Our entire group appreciated their comedic timing, voices, and talent.

This production is well-written and nicely executed by talented performers.

I laughed the entire show! It was very relatable with catchy tunes. You don't need to love musicals or know the songs to enjoy this one!

It was girls night out... We had the best time ever. CATCO Is a very talented group!!

Great program with excellent cast and talented piano player. We were very pleasantly entertained and had a table next to the stage - great place to be located in this theatre.

The entire cast was witty and talented. You can connect on many different levels with the story line, no matter where you are in your relationships throughout life. Plus the cast has you laughing from beginning to end.!