Marriott Theatre: "Now & Forever: The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber"
“Pandora” might refer to the owner of a mythological box, an avant garde system of decoding musical DNA or a line of women’s jewelry.
Goodman's "Jungle Book" is a Perfect Summer Treat
Goodman’s “Jungle Book” hits the mark this summer, with the perfect mix of Bs.
Steppenwolf's "Belleville" Shatters Illusions
Belleville is an actual place, a neighborhood in Paris with a name that means “beautiful town.”
Big Lake Big City: Big Fun
Like your plays served up with a side of crazy? Keith Huff’s “Big Lake Big City” delivers.
Drury Lane Theatre: “Boeing Boeing”
Who knew that before Craigslist, a playboy’s best tool was the OAG?
Marriott Theatre: “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change”
During its 5,000-plus performance run from 1996 to 2008, a reviewer called it, “Seinfeld set to music.”
Chicago’s Oriental Theatre: “West Side Story”
With report cards on the way, the non-Equity touring company of “West Side Story” made its way through a C- opening night performance in Chicago.
Men We Love: Ben Harper
Not even a towering April storm front could stop two-time Grammy winner Ben Harper from coming to town. As a board member and long-time supporter of LIFT, a nonprofit organization that helps community members achieve economic stability, Harper was going to do whatever it took to make their annual benefit concert in Lincoln Park. Fresh […]
Second City and Lyric Opera: A Marriage Made for the Stage
The more you know about opera, the more you’ll enjoy “The Second City Guide to the Opera,” now running at the Civic Opera House, through June 30. The show, presented by Lyric Unlimited, is so clever that even a passing acquaintance with the art form will have you laughing until it hurts. Four men and […]
Jewel on Creating Your Own Happiness
Jewel headlines Ravinia this weekend, but she is no stranger to making news. The singer-songwriter, born Jewel Kilcher, married rodeo cowboy Ty Murray five years ago and gave birth to their son in 2011. She has sold more than 27 million albums, earned four Grammy nominations, and she’s the star of the new Lifetime TV movie […]
