Review: THE MINUTES at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
When presented with the uncomfortable truth, we are given a choice: to reckon with it, or to keep living in blissful ignorance. Ignorance may be bliss, but the truth is always lurking just below the surface, waiting to be found.
Review: HELLCAB at The Agency Theater Collective
This show makes me think of those folks that we meet that exist on our periphery and our exchanges with them. Why not reveal a secret to a stranger if they’re willing to listen?
Review: IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: LIVE IN CHICAGO! at American Blues Theater
Just as with my first experience watching the film, the story of IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE and the joy and connection these artists brought reminded me again that traditions are important. Clearly, this is one American Blues Theater have made their own, and I think I just might join them.
Review: LIZZIE at Firebrand Theatre
(left to right) Jacquelyne Jones and Liz Chidester. Photo by Marisa KM. By Catey Sullivan Raw, aggressive and raucous, “Lizzie” plays like a mashup of Sleater-Kinney and Pussy Riot, with a dash of “Spring Awakening” and “Hedwig and the Angry Inch.” It is also wholly its own animal, and defies...
Peninsula Players Announces 2018 Season
Peninsula Players Theatre has announced the lineup for its 83rd season.
Review: CLEVER LITTLE LIES at Bluebird Arts
Pictured (l-r): Andrew Garcia, Alyssa Ratkovich, Lawrence Garner, and Kathleen Burke. Photo by DavDGreat Photography. By Bec Willett Joe DiPietro’s CLEVER LITTLE LIES is a fiercely-written farce about marriage, infidelity and aging in the 21st century. As with most successful comedies, it may be dressed in the jewels of pace...
Brian Posen Steps Down at Stage 773
Brian Posen, Creative Director for Stage 773 will leave his post amidst social media accusations of inappropriate behavior, according to his Facebook page.
Republican Tax Plan May Be Disastrous to Non-Profits
The Tax Policy Center estimates charitable giving will reduce by between $12 billion and $20 billion in 2018.
Review: A GOLDEN CELEBRATION OF DANCE at the Auditorium Theatre
November 12 commemorated the 50th anniversary of its rebirth with A GOLDEN CELEBRATION OF DANCE, once again showcasing magnificent dancers in one of the finest dance venues in the world.
Cast and Production Team Set for INSURRECTION at Stage Left
Stage Left Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for the Chicago premiere of INSURRECTION: Holding History by Robert O’Hara.