Quite possible the loudest laughter was from the adults in the audience but the kids were clearly entertained as well. All the actors were good but the standouts were Eric Crawford (Hector P. Valenti), Kate Ayers (Lyle), Mandy Ryle (Joshua), Amanda Stevens (Ms. Nitpicker) and Ted Ryle (Mr. Grumps). They brought just the right touch of believability while creating characters that were unique and fun.

Read Joann Varnell's full review of Lyle the Crocodile in the Music & Culture section.

LYLE THE CROCODILE, 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, also 4:30 p.m. Dec. 14 and 21, through Dec. 22, Olympia Family Theater, Minnaert Center for the Arts, South Puget Sound Community College, 2011 Mottman Road SW, Olympia, $10-$16, 360.753.8586

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