BLOOD AT THE ROOT Is One of the Most Important Pieces of Theater in Chicago Right Now
The Yard and Jackalope’s co-production of this compelling story is one of the most important pieces of theater in Chicago right now.
KING OF THE YEES Is a Brilliant Joy Ride
Lauren Yee’s KING OF THE YEES is a rambunctious odyssey that explores Chinese folklore through a contemporary lens.
Uneven FOR PETER PAN Has Its Moments
While the product may not be perfect, the beauty of this gift and the process behind it remain.
STOP KISS Misses the Gen X Mark
This winter, I spent an awkward amount of hours viewing LAW AND ORDER: SVU; hence, I exuded excited about seeing The Cuckoo’s Theatre Project’s STOP KISS scribed by Diana Son who wrote and produced for Dick Wolf’s famous franchise.
MARY POPPINS Sparkles on Southport
In the Mercury’s production, Walter Stearns directs the cast at a speedy pace but also creates moments of real connection and humor. Brenda Didier’s fantastic choreography sparkles, especially in the show-stopping “Step in Time” and energetic “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.”
Cavalia’s ODYESSO Elevates the Human Spirit
Three years ago, a friend extended an invitation to see Cavalia’s ODYESSO. I knew nothing about the show but took her recommendation to “just see it.” Though I am not one frequently flabbergasted by spectacle, I remain shocked at this show’s lasting influence over me.
BATTLEFIELD Is Epic Storytelling at Its Most Refined
Photo: Caroline Moreau. Pictured: Jared McNeill, Carole Karemera, Ery Nzaramba. Review: BATTLEFIELD – presented by Chicago Shakespeare Theatre and the Museum of Contemporary Art By Jude Hansen A battlefield only exists after a war has taken place, it is nothing but an aftermath. Before such time as blood is shed,...
Bernadette Peters and the Boston Pops Dazzle
But Ms. Peters was perhaps the most extraordinary when she delivered many of Stephen Sondheim’s beautiful and complex songs.
BORN YESTERDAY Charmingly Affirms That Knowledge Is Power
Garson Kanin’s 1946 comedy BORN YESTERDAY, now being revived at Remy Bumppo, encompasses a battle of wits between the selfish and wealthy junkman Harry Brock—with a penchant for physical violence—and his unsophisticated blonde girlfriend Billie Dawn.
Renee Lockett Gives a Tour de Force Performance in OHIO STATE MURDERS
Renee Lockett gives a magnetic and heartfelt performance as now successful author, Suzanne Alexander, returning to speak to the students at her alma mater (Ohio State). It is a tour de force performance in what is effectively an hour-long monologue with minor interjections of the re-enacted scenes of Suzanne’s life.