Oriental Theatre: "Big Fish"

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 […]

Chicago Children's Theatre: The Elephant & The Whale

“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, […]

Shop the Runway: Autohaus LAUNCH 2013

The 2013 Autohaus LAUNCH: Driving Fashion Forward Fashion Show was filled with fun looks for spring. Whether you scored a seat along the runway or are simply in a shopping mood, you’ll enjoy our exclusive buyer’s guide to shop for the looks you loved. Congratulations to the Columbia College Emerging Designer winner Ashley Reed, who was […]

Nail Polish Favorites Spring 2013

After scanning the spring collections, we’ve found our favorite nail polish colors for spring break, and hopefully a little warmth on our own shore. From coral red to creamy nude, these polishes will keep your digits looking chic this season.   Special Effects This spring, have fun with sparkles and confetti. Whether it’s only on […]

Steppenwolf: "The Birthday Party"

Before you go see “The Birthday Party” at Steppenwolf, you should assess how you feel about Nobel-Prize winning writer Harold Pinter. Not sure, you say. Here’s a short quiz that might help: Do you prefer plays with a narrative arc that you can generally follow? Are characters with discernable motivations, who act according to those […]