Scottish playwright David Grieg’s “Yellow Moon” is about many things, but more than anything else, it’s about the way we tell stories. The characters don’t have all that much dialogue—not the usual sort, anyway. Instead of talking to each other in conversations, they spend more time narrating and explaining and talking about each other. And […]
Music and pajamas always go well together. Such is the case with The Music Theatre Company‘s production of “The Pajama Game.” When I think musical, I tend to think big and boisterous—not something you would you expect in a smaller theater. This isn’t a problem for director Jess McCloud, along with founding artistic director and […]
It’s a party to celebrate and educate. The Women’s Health Foundation is dedicated to empowering all women to embrace pelvic health, and its annual “Below the Belt” gala has become the fundraiser no one wants to miss. Surprisingly, despite decades of movement toward female equality, more sex education in schools, and the sheer importance of […]
I think it’s going to be a few weeks before I don’t panic every time I forget where I put my keys. That’s the intensity that Lookingglass Theatre’s world premiere adaptation of Lisa Genova’s novel, “Still Alice” brings to the topic of early-onset dementia. It’s scary, it robs you of all the things you love, […]
Musical adaptations of movies don’t have to be “all or nothing” propositions.” But “Big Fish” deserves to be just a little bit … bigger. Chicago-area theater-lovers again have the opportunity to see great entertainment before it hits the stage on Broadway, and this latest world premiere does not disappoint. The book by John August and […]
“The Elephant & the Whale” is making a splash at the Ruth Page Center for Performing Arts. The family-friendly performance is produced by the Chicago Children’s Theatre in association with Redmoon Theater. Created by Frank Maugeri, whose past credits include co-creating “The Astronaut’s Birthday” at the MCA, “The Elephant and the Whale” is an innovative, […]
Lifeline Theatre’s new production, “The Emperor’s New Threads: A Fashion Statement” is a fun outing for the whole family. The story, based on the folktale by Hans Christian Anderson, has a decidedly 60s flair with colorful costumes, toe-tapping songs and fun dance routines. The play was adapted for stage by ensemble member Frances Limoncelli, who […]
Some shows simply demand attention. When “Les Miserables,” “Wicked,” “Miss Saigon,” or “Memphis,” come through town, those thirsty for water cooler bragging rights don’t think twice about plunking down their credit cards for tickets. The current touring company of last season’s Tony nominee, “Catch Me if You Can,” fails to achieve such can’t-miss status. But […]
This month, our fair city is home to multiple world premieres—making us the center of the universe in the theater world.
Ah, the Irish! Full of wit and humor, but somehow, sad at heart. Those qualities infused Northlight Theatre’s funny, poignant two-man show, “Stones in His Pockets.” The stars, David Ivers and Brian Vaughn, portray two Irish fellows in their 30s, Jake and Charlie. Jake is just back from a few fruitless years in New […]
