Chicago Shakespeare Theater's 'Ride the Cyclone' at Navy Pier

The Ferris wheel may be gone, but you can still “Ride the Cyclone” at Navy Pier. Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) is currently presenting the U.S. premiere of the decidedly offbeat – and entirely engaging – “Ride the Cyclone” in the Theater Upstairs. It’s a smart blend of musical genres, cultural references, quirky characters, and impossible […]

Fall Footlights: 5 Shows Hitting Chicago Stages

This month brings two musical productions about teens to our local stages – along with a bio of Richard Pryor, an octogenarian struggling with her memory and a revue of classic movie songs. “Hollywood’s Greatest Song Hits”  Oct. 2 – 11 Singers from the North Shore group Light Opera Works give voice to the most […]