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Willard Arts Center

5.0 (1 review)
Open • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Playmill Theatre - The Playmill Theatre presents Les Mis, playing July 1 thru Labor Day weekend 2026!

Playmill Theatre

4.9(95 reviews)
77.8 mi

Visiting Idaho from California this weekend, I was intrigued by a play called The Foreigner at the…read morePlaymill Theatre in Island Park. Idaho is about as politically red as it gets, so I was already feeling a little like a foreigner myself. Turns out, that was a fitting way to begin this experience! My sister and her family, my daughter and son-in-law, and I attended Saturday's 4 p.m. performance with absolutely no expectations. What a pleasant surprise! First, the theater itself is charming. Spacious, comfortable seating, high ceilings, and a chandelier made of what looked like antelope horns. Very Idaho! Before the show even begins, the cast is onstage singing familiar songs and entertaining the audience. It's a wonderfully welcoming atmosphere. I'll admit, it took me most of the first act to figure out exactly what was happening. The story centers on a painfully shy Englishman pretending he doesn't understand English while staying at a rural Georgia lodge. Naturally, everyone around him begins sharing secrets they probably shouldn't. Throw in an inheritance, family drama, and plenty of hilarious misunderstandings, and the laughs start piling up. Then came Act Two, and boy, did things take a turn! Suddenly, we're dealing with a scheming minister, religious hypocrisy, white supremacy, and the Ku Klux Klan. When performers actually walked onstage wearing full KKK robes, I had a brief "Oh my goodness, I'm in Idaho!" moment. But the production absolutely nailed it. The cast was outstanding, the comedic timing was terrific, and the story came together with a clever, satisfying finish. The audience was roaring with laughter! And let's talk about intermission! Dole Whips, Dream Shakes, sundaes, and other treats are available, with cast members even delivering orders directly to your seats. The Dole Whips were fantastic! Somehow, everyone manages to serve desserts and jump right back into character. What impressed me most was the message. Here I was in one of America's reddest states, just weeks before the midterm elections, watching a theater full of Idahoans enthusiastically embrace a story celebrating outsiders while exposing the ugliness of racism, white supremacy, and religious hypocrisy. I honestly didn't see that coming, and I loved it! The performance ran a little longer than expected, and getting there requires a drive through the Idaho woods, but this is absolutely a destination experience. When we left our 4 p.m. show, a huge line was already forming for the 7 p.m. performance. The Playmill has been entertaining audiences for more than 60 years, and they're now expanding beyond summer productions into fall and holiday shows. Great to see! My rating: 4.5 stars for the overall outing, but a solid 5 stars for the performance itself. If you're visiting Yellowstone, West Yellowstone, or Island Park, make the trip. Terrific performers, a welcoming atmosphere, delicious treats, and plenty of laughs. I came expecting a little community theater in the Idaho woods. I left thoroughly entertained and a little more hopeful about humanity. Not bad for a Saturday afternoon! Well done, Playmill!

We saw Les Miserables this week at the Playmill. I've seen this musical several times, including on…read morebroadway and this production may be my favorite. So well done. Such great talent delivered w such passion emotion and sincerity. Absolutely superb. Loved the new theater.

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Idaho Falls High School - They got rid of the roof

Idaho Falls High School

4.0(2 reviews)
1.1 mi

This high school was built in 1952 in school district 91. It is the oldest high school in the Idaho…read moreFalls area. The Civic Auditorium is now attached to the high school building is still the center for performing arts and is used for the high school graduation. This is the home of the Tigers!! The yearbook is known as the Spud Annual and the school newspaper as the Tiger Times. In 2012 it became a four year high school with incoming freshmen. The school song was written in 1927 and is as follows Dear old I.F high, we are with you; You're the one we are all fighting for. On the field in victory we'll cheer you: In defeat your name will never mar. We'll be true to the ones who uphold you; And keep your colors on high. When it's time to depart; We'll keep close to our heart; The memories of I.F High, Rah, Rah, Rah Gold and Black are the symbols of might; Never to be downed by a foe. Obtained by the virtues of work and fight; Our aim is to always hold them so. You will find sportsmanship in our athletes; On our men we can always rely. We will build for you a name; And we'll hold on high your fame, To the last of your days, I.F High, Rah, Rah, Rah

I loved being a part of Idaho Falls High School. I am a 1998 graduate…read more Idaho Falls used to be the crown jewel high school of the town. Lately though, most people think of I.F.H.S. as an afterthought. It used to be located in a very neighbor friendly and vibrant area for many years. The surrounding neighborhoods of John Adams, the numbered streets and even the not so friendly Bel-Air addition helped keep this school strong and a nice desirable living environment. Unfortunately, over the last 15 or so years the area has gone downhill. The numbered streets are seeing it's fair share of crime and the John Adams area is becoming a slum. There is growing movement to relocate I.F., and I feel that it is absolutely necessary, and I'm sure most other families who have a child who attends would agree. Most students who attend Idaho Falls now live south of town and either drive themselves, (always safe) take the bus or have parents provide their ride. The implication to get the school rebuilt can also be found at Frontier Field. A fairly huge athletic complex is being built for Idaho Falls. It includes all fields for the most popular sports including but not limited to: Football, soccer, baseball and softball. This is also found south of town and not in the middle of the city limits. When it comes to spirit, I feel it's lacking on the interior. The outside is fantastic though other than the letters that are always threatening to fall off on the outside of the gymnasium and knock someone stone cold. Tiger pride is always a strong suit though and the fans are the best in town, in my opinion. My biggest complaint with Idaho Falls was the overall learning experience. I guess that can vary depending on the person. Some teachers care and I'm glad that the teachers who did helped encourage me to get enough credits to graduate on time. Tiger for life!

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Guy trying to catch the roof

Idaho Falls High School - Roof fell down in geometry

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Swing Junction - The place it is

Swing Junction

5.0(1 review)
0.1 mi

Swing dancing, in Idaho Falls? can't say how exited I was! I fell in love with swing dance the…read morefirst time I started, it's truly a blast, especialy when you get going, the venue right now isn't all that big, it bearly started but that doesn't mean it isn't fun. Defiantly is an awesome alternative to going to the movies or bowling or whatever limited amount of activities there is in Idaho falls. The instructors are very thorough, helpfully and friendly, especially with beginners I was very happy with their introductory lesson which was very nice rather than the, wing it, method. They where also very ready and willing to answer questions and give 1 on 1 help which is quite refreshing in a teacher. The price is also extremely reasonable for activity, $5 for adults, $3 for students. Which is a nice change compared to the ever growing price of movies or even bowling. Also the music is awesome, they have a wide selection of swing jazz, and it's perfect for dancing in my opinion, also the music ranges in tempo from slow, to quite fast (they except music suggestions also) and also a nice change is the music is always clean, which is quite important to me. The place is an old ballet studio with ballet bars along the wall but it cleans up nice as a good dance floor with nice warm lighting that isn't too dark but not like or in an operating room. theirs also mirrors which is nice for the lesson but are covered for the dance. overall, I'm a fan =).

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Swing Junction - New Location at the Veterans Memorial Building, 485 Constitution Way downtown Idaho Falls

New Location at the Veterans Memorial Building, 485 Constitution Way downtown Idaho Falls

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