Spiel Chicago Episode Six: Burlesque Part 2.3
This week we bring you part two of our interview with three local burlesque producers.
Tortured Genius or Underemployed Professional?
Is the harsh reality of trying to make a living as an artist responsible for the mental health issues that actors, dancers, and musicians sometimes experience?
Excellent Acting and Design Drive TimeLine’s BAKERSFIELD MIST
On the surface, Stephen Sachs’ BAKERSFIELD MIST explores the artistic first impression—the “blink”, as Mike Nussbaum’s art scholar Lionel Percy calls it, or the moment when we experience the art before we’re able to come to judgment.
Powerhouse Voices Shake the Foundation in BoHo’s NEXT TO NORMAL
Colette Todd and Gilbert Domally in BoHo Theatre’s production of NEXT TO NORMAL (Amy Boyle) Review: NEXT TO NORMAL at BoHo Theatre By Hilary Holbrook Since it first appeared on Broadway in 2008, I have been a huge fan of this show. NEXT TO NORMAL examines the issues of grief,...
KINKY BOOTS Will “Raise You Up” With Its Uplifting, Entertaining Story
Kick up your heels—the 2013 Tony Award-winning musical KINKY BOOTS is back in Chicago for the first time since its pre-Broadway world premiere!
Jeff Awards Announces 2016 Equity Nominations
Six world premiere plays and four new adaptations were among those receiving nominations by The Jeff Awards Committee today.
Remy Bumppo Appoints New Marketing Manager
Remy Bumppo Theatre Company announced today that it has named Mackenzie Nilsen as the company’s new Marketing Manager.
FUN HOME On-Sale Date Announced
With all the buzz around this fall’s HAMILTON sit-down in Chicago, it’s easy to forget that another groundbreaking Broadway musical will begin its tour here this fall—if for only a brief run.
Cast Set for Hypocrites CINDERELLA AT THE THEATER OF POTATOES
The Hypocrites have announced casting for the world premiere of CINDERELLA AT THE THEATER OF POTATOES by Andra Velis Simon.
City Lit Announces 2016-17 Season
City Lit Theater’s 37th season lineup, announced yesterday by City Lit artistic director Terry McCabe, includes a mix of three world premieres, plus a classic comedy of the 19th Century that has not been seen in Chicago in 120 years. City Lit has long been known for its adaptations and...