Monthly Archives: March 2024
Writing to Shake Off My Cares
The Diary of Anne Frank
When the audience enters the second floor of the Greenhouse Theater Center, they’ll find a huge display of materials that provide a background that will enhance the audience’s enjoyment and understanding of this new production. Arrive early enough to be able to learn more about WWII in Europe and the rise of the notorious Nazi Party. A prolific playwright and multi award-winning writer, Wendy Kesselman’s one-act adaptation of “The Diary of Anne Frank” is making its Chicago premiere in Lincoln Park. First produced last season at Nashville Children’s Theatre, this 75-minute version is designed to introduce to families the true story of a very brave, real young girl, her family and friends. Bringing this 13-year-old to life puts a face on the horrors of the nightmare called the Holocaust. The fascinating exhibit, on loan from the Anne Frank Center, provides a wealth of additional information that will make this presentation even more poignant.
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Mrs. Doubtfire
Back in 1993, one of the best-loved and highest-grossing films of the year was “Mrs. Doubtfire.” This hilarious cross-dressing comedy/drama was directed by Chris Columbus, and starred Robin Williams in one of his greatest and most memorable roles. Based upon Alias Madame Doubtfire, a 1987 novel by Anne Fine, Williams played Daniel Hillard, a struggling actor and voice artist who’s devoted to his three children.
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