Polarity’s LEAVINGS is a Must See That Will Not Disappoint
(l-r) Emily Radke, RjW Mays, Monette McLin. Photo by Jackie Jasperson In the wake of a country that is still polarized by racism, Gail Parrish’s LEAVINGS forces us to take a hard look at history through a lens cloaked in accountability, as the play explores the severe impact slavery has had on...
NEWSIES, HONEYMOON IN VEGAS, and BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY on Deck for Marriott
Photo: Jason Robert Brown, Tony Award-winning composer of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY and HONEYMOON IN VEGAS. (Maia Rosenfeld) The Marriott Theatre, the Lincolnshire institution boasting the largest subscription base in the country, announced its 2017 calendar-year slate today. The season will kick off in January with MAMMA MIA!—most recently seen...
Theo Ubique Casts HONKY TONK ANGELS
Pictured: Colette Todd. Photo courtesy of Theo Ubique Theo Ubique has announced casting for the Chicago preimiere of HONKY TONK ANGELS by Ted Swindley. Directed by Courtney Crouse, musical direction Jeremy Ramey and choreographed by Cameron Turner, the production features Colette Todd, Jacquelyne Jones and Leryn Turlington. HONKY TONK ANGELS runs December...
Musically Human Theater Shuts Down
Updated 11/1/16, 1:40 PM — Crain’s is reporting Musically Human used a false board of directors on its proposal to the city of Highland Park. “After much consideration, the MHT Board of Directors unanimously chose to cease operations and close the theater company. October 29, 2016 was the final day of...
Writers’ EAST TEXAS HOT LINKS is One Roller Coaster Of a Ride
When pairing director Ron OJ Parson with playwright Eugene Lee, expect to levitate in an orbit that will heighten one’s senses to how we engage with the world. EAST TEXAS HOT LINKS, delivers a biting punch of realism that is still pertinent in 2016.
About Face Adds Director of Giving and Special Events Position
Pictured: Andrew Fortman. Photo courtesy of About Face Theatre. About Face Theatre has welcomed Andrew Fortman as the company’s new Director of Individual & Major Giving and Special Events. “We are thrilled that Andrew is joining our staff in this newly-created position, greatly expanding our development department” comments Artistic Director...