Chicago Theatre Review
A Head-on Collision With No Survivors
Helldrivers of Daytona – Royal George Theatre
How did this new musical, with so many talented, creative artists attached to it, make it this far? Purported to be a
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A Comedical Tragedy for Mister Punch – House Theatre of Chicago
Charlotte is a plucky little girl living on the streets of Victorian London, surviving however she can. One day, while
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True West – Shattered Globe Theatre
The third in Sam Shepard’s personal Family Trilogy, along with his “Curse of the Starving Class” and “Buried Child,”
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Mamma Mia! – Paramount Theatre
Jim Corti opens his fifth season with the splashy 2001 smash hit that became a cult classic several years ago, especially
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Smokey Joe’s Cafe
If you’re looking for a bargain that offers more bang for your entertainment buck, this is the perfect show. Featuring
Read MoreJust the Right Amount of Foam
Naperville – Theatre Wit
Set in a meticulously detailed replica of a Caribou Coffee cafe, crafted by talented scenic designer Joe Schermoly, five
Read MoreLies and Deception in Wisconsin
The Black Slot – Aston Rep
Any regional theatre plans its calendar of events with a specific budget that will support a finite number of
Read MoreWalking Through Walls
Amour – Black Button Eyes Productions
A lyrical, romantic fantasy is bringing the Summer season to a close. This enchanting musical, with a lush, lilting
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1776 – E.D.G.E Theatre
In 1969 a musical that, at the time, was considered daring and groundbreaking, told the story of the
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How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying – Marriott Theatre
As the overture winds down, a young man in coveralls descends from above. J. Pierrepont Finch, an ambitious young
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