Monthly Archives: June 2017
The Bridges of Madison County
The Bridges of Madison County – Marriott Theatre
When life feels so confining that it’s like being in a prison, and then suddenly an opportunity presents
Read MoreA Coming-of-Age Comedy Classic
Ah, Wilderness – Goodman Theatre
Theatergoers and scholars familiar with the dozens of works by Eugene O’Neill know that his plays are
Read MoreA Weekend in the Country
London Assurance
Last seen in Chicago a mere 120 years ago, Dion Boucicault’s comedy of manners is a delightfully clever,
Read MoreSound Familiar?
Hitler on the Roof – Akavit Theatre
In actress/director/playwright Rhea Leman’s absurdist comic drama, now enjoying its American
Read MoreBitterness, Loneliness and Longing
Jacques Brel’s Lonesome Losers of the Night – Theo Ubique
Nine years ago artistic director Fred Anzevino and translator Arnold Johnston collaborated to create a
Read MoreCheesecake, Anyone?
The Golden Girls: the Lost Episodes – Hell in a Handbag
Transported back from the mid-1980’s come that fabulous female foursome, Dorothy, Rose, Blanche
Read MoreThe Impossibility of Forgiveness
Late Company – Cor Theatre
Teenagers are a unique species. They’re always exploring their world, testing the waters, challenging
Read MoreThe Red Rocker Rocks Ravinia
Sammy Hagar – Ravinia
What else is there to do on a beautiful Monday evening than go to Ravinia and enjoy another great concert while
Read MoreAnother Whale of a Production
Moby Dick – Lookingglass Theatre
After dazzling local audiences, winning multiple awards, touring the country and astounding everyone
Read MoreSomething Wonderful
The King and I – Broadway in Chicago
After a bitter cold winter and a soggy wet springtime, Chicago’s summer bursts forth like
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