Halloween’s on the horizon, but there isn’t anything scary about the variety of plays planned on local stages in October. If anything, the dominant theme is romance, not horror. Once October 9 to 27 The low-budget 2006 film “Once” charmed audiences with its tale of music and romance on the streets of Dublin. It seemed […]
In the best classes ever taken, learning is a byproduct of curiosity that leads to personal investment. Get ready to be schooled by Goodman Theatre’s “Pullman Porter Blues.” Cheryl West’s play, with a magnificent 12-number live blues soundtrack, simultaneously delivers insight, entertainment and education with local relevance. This quintessentially Chicago show with the most lavish sets […]
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It’s safe to say that no one around today attended the world premiere performance of “The Rite of Spring” a century ago. The ballet Nijinsky choreographed to the music of Stravinsky for Diaghilev’s Ballet Russes was so raw and primitive it incited a riot in the Theatre des Champs-Elysees that also flowed out onto the […]
The regional premiere of 2010’s Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical “Next to Normal” demands its patrons come with expectations properly set. Don’t anticipate leaving the theater whistling a happy tune, because this is no Rodgers and Hammerstein. Expect haunting, disturbing, emotional brilliance. Presume impeccable talent worthy of one of the best professional companies in Chicagoland. Envisage […]
When Tony-nominee Josh Young intones, “…Oh what a show” in the opening minutes of “Evita,” he’s foreshadowing patrons’ next two hours. Broadway’s brand is well earned with this spectacular Broadway in Chicago touring production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s near-opera, at the Oriental Theatre through October 6. There’s neither a weak link in Director Michael Grandage’s […]
Although it’s always sad to see summer end, it’s exciting to anticipate the new trends of the fall season. The upcoming styles are modern, bold and can be worn by women of all ages. Navy and Metallic Eyes Regina Sneor, makeup artist and owner of D’Works, says “Along with your basic black, navy is […]
“In the Heights” is a musical all about the who… In an ethnic New York neighborhood filled up with the blues Now this rap just takes a minute, so hush and be still Then go out and buy some tickets ‘cause it’s really quite a thrill The show won several Tonys, so it’s definitely worth […]
When Mies van der Rohe designed the iconic IBM Building, he couldn’t have envisioned that 40 years later, 12 floors would be given over to the Langham, a luxury hotel chain with British origins. Nestled on the second floor of this stunning import is Travelle, a gorgeous new restaurant with inspired, inventive Mediterranean cuisine. Be […]
Denim is always in fashion, but many women are walking around wearing the wrong style jeans for their body type. Find your perfect pair just in time for fall! Boyish/Slim Figure If you have a thin frame, you can get away with wearing many styles of jeans. Look for a waistband that runs straight […]
