Chicago Children's Theatre: "Frog and Toad"
Frog and Toad are great friends. The optimistic amphibian and his grumpy pal were created in the 1970s by Arnold Lobel in a series of I Can Read books.
Consider Marriott’s “9 to 5” a Dolly-Given Smile
The outward appearance of Dolly Parton costumes her philosophy, “I always just thought if you see somebody without a smile, give ’em yours.”
“Flashdance”: Story’s Upstaged by Flash and Dance
Those who humble themselves by bowing first deserve to be exalted by Chicago’s appreciative patrons of “Flashdance—The Musical.”
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.
