Review: FEAR AND MISERY OF THE THIRD REICH at Haven Theatre

Review: FEAR AND MISERY OF THE THIRD REICH at Haven Theatre

(front right) Simon Hedger with (back, l to r) Joe Bianco, Amanda De La Guardia and Alys Dickerson. Photo by Emily Schwartz. By Erin Shea Brady In a world where “effortless” is a high compliment, please don’t misunderstand me when I say that the greatest joy in experiencing Haven Theater’s...

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Review: WELCOME TO JESUS at American Theater Company

Review: WELCOME TO JESUS at American Theater Company

With the recent controversy surrounding football players kneeling for the national anthem, one particular counterargument has emerged.

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Sideshow’s TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION Asks Hard Questions

Sideshow’s TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION Asks Hard Questions

Perhaps it’s just art naturally reflecting reality, but in the short time since the election, there seems to be a refreshing and exciting move in Chicago theater towards work that expects an audience to think.

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