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“Charles Ives” a Lovely Journey of Dribbles and Violins.

May 26, 2014 Comments Off on “Charles Ives” a Lovely Journey of Dribbles and Violins.

Charles Ives Take Me Home – Strawdog Theatre

 

Did you ever think you knew someone  or something you loved well?  Did you ever love someone who left too soon?

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God’s Favorite

May 19, 2014 Comments Off on God’s Favorite

Jacob – Provisions Theatre

In the finale of Provision’s 10th season, Artistic Director Timothy Gregory displays his versatility by wearing three hats. As playwright, he’s

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The Kindness of Strangers

May 18, 2014 Comments Off on The Kindness of Strangers

Vieux Carre – Raven Theatre

 

Of all Tennessee Williams’ plays, this may be his most autobiographical drama since “The Glass Menagerie.” Ironically, it’s probably his

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Found in Skokie

May 18, 2014 Comments Off on Found in Skokie

Lost in Yonkers – Northlight Theatre

 

Neil Simon is noted for his bright comedies, resplendent with loveably kookie characters and overflowing with sharp, funny one-liners. In

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From Rags to Riches and Back Again

May 14, 2014 Comments Off on From Rags to Riches and Back Again

Juno – Timeline Theatre

 

Life is seldom a bed of roses and Sean O’Casey’s 1924 play, “Juno and the Paycock,” upon which this musical is based, illustrates the full

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Hello, Gorgeous

May 14, 2014 Comments Off on Hello, Gorgeous

Buyer & Cellar – Broadway in Chicago

 

Imagine being a struggling young, gay actor in LA trying to find enough work to pay the bills and maybe some artistic fulfillment  along the

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Chris Lemmon in JACK LEMMON RETURNS

May 14, 2014 Comments Off on Chris Lemmon in JACK LEMMON RETURNS

Jack Lemmon Returns – Royal George

It is said that imitation is the highest form of flattery. When a family member remembers a beloved parent who has died it  is wonderful.

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No Men, No Meat, All Manners

May 10, 2014 Comments Off on No Men, No Meat, All Manners

5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche

 

It’s been said that real men eat quiche, and while that may be true it would definitely be frowned upon at the annual breakfast meeting and

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Dancing in the Street

May 10, 2014 Comments Off on Dancing in the Street

Motown the Musical – Broadway in Chicago

 

One of the hottest tickets last season on Broadway (and it continues even today) is destined to become another best-selling show in Chicago,

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A Flash from the Past

May 8, 2014 Comments Off on A Flash from the Past

Hair – American Theatre Company

 

Motivated by their popular, critically successful production of “The Original ‘Grease’”ATC’s decision to conclude their 29th season with a

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