Chicago Theatre Review
And the Band Played On
33 to Nothing – A Red Orchid Theatre
Grant James Varjas’, whose “Accidentally, Like a Martyr” was produced by A Red Orchid Theater three years ago, has penned an
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The Doppelganger (An International Farce) – Steppenwolf Theatre
When questioned as to how this particular play evolved, Chicago and New York playwright Matthew-Lee Erlbach replied that it
Read MoreStarting Over
Lettie – Victory Gardens Theatre
Boo Killebrew’s dramatic story about a young woman surviving the odds, and earnestly trying to
Read MoreOne Enchanted Evening in Oakbrook
South Pacific – Drury Lane Oakbrook
For fans of Musical Theatre’s Golden Age, a rare opportunity has arrived this spring. Head out to
Read MoreLaughter is the Best Medicine
Hay Fever – ShawChicago
Best described as a marriage of high farce and a comedy of manners, Noel Coward’s 1925 play was
Read MorePhone Rings, Door Chimes
Company – Mercury Theatre
In Mercury Theater’s grand opening and premiere production of their brand, spanking new Venus
Read MoreShine Like the Sun
9 to 5 The Musical – Firebrand Theatre
Most everyone has enjoyed the original 1980’s film version, which starred Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin. It’s
Read MoreGods and Monsters
Roots in the Alley – Adventure Stage
Sent by their mother to the chaotic city of Chicago, from their home in laid-back San Francisco, twin sisters Blanca and
Read MoreMoney Can’t Buy Me Love
Birdland – Steep Theatre
Receiving its world premiere four years ago at London’s Royal Court Theatre, Simon Stephens’ over
Read MoreAn Imagined Meeting of the Minds
The Gentleman Caller – Raven Theatre
Cody Estle, the newly appointed Artistic Director of Raven Theatre, begins his tenure by directing the first play this theatre
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