Revelation. The impact of finally understanding the unseen forces that conspire to create our world. A reveal, made in a surprising fashion, usually leading to ecstasy or a heightened dramatic state. Revelation is the engine of Joe Turner’s Come and Gone, the second play in August Wilson’s Century Cycle. Yet, it is noticeably absent from … Continue reading "‘Joe Turner’s Come and Gone…’ and He Took The Magic With Him"|
The first act of The Mothers, now playing at The Gift Theatre, is a satirical knife, slipped between the ribs by playwright Anna Ouyang Moench. The second act unflinchingly twists that knife, resulting in an eviscerating theatrical experience adroitly directed by Halena Kays. The Mothers begins as a dystopian sendup of mommy influencer culture. Set … Continue reading "‘The Mothers’ at The Gift Theatre is a Dystopian Sendup of Mommy Influencer Culture"|
What if Adam and Eve started life in outer space? What if The Holy Spirit was artificial intelligence? What if billionaires were forced to listen to the working class? What if some prominent activists are able to take social risks due to class privilege? What if you had the opportunity to change the lives of … Continue reading "a nod to Shaw, ‘brother sister cyborg space’ explores moral responsibility and societal ills"|
Antigone, the final installment of Sophocles’ Oedipus cycle translated by Nicholas Rudall, running at Court Theatre reminds us that the Greeks did not know the meaning of “a living room play.” I have spent the early part of the year in rehearsals for my own show, and not seeing many plays. But, if you read … Continue reading "‘Antigone’ at Court Theatre is a Feast for Theatre Lovers"|
Holiday festivities returned to a fever pitch of decked halls and wassailing from Thanksgiving to New Years, as we staved off the deep and pervasive loneliness the pandemic engendered in us all. But after years of seeking out sugarplum-sweet holiday fare, this season I was craving something with a little more punch. So I swapped … Continue reading "‘Dial M for Murder’ is an Old Fashioned with a Twist That Packs a Holiday Punch"|
Kinnan is an island divided. Metaphorically, folklorically, and, it turns out, literally. When Islander begins, its inhabitants are engaged in a fierce debate over their future. Should they stay on their island and protect their traditional lifestyle, or accept government funds to relocate to the Mainland? Conceived and originally directed by Amy Draper, Islander is … Continue reading "‘Islander’ is a Sea of Innovative Sound From Across the Atlantic"|
MUSIC THEATER WORKS ANNOUNCES THE CAST AND CREATIVE TEAM FOR CAROUSEL, AUGUST 8 - 18, AT THE NORTH SHORE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS IN SKOKIE “Time Magazine” Calls Carousel the Best Musical of the 20th Century, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Classic Includes the Beloved Songs “If I Loved You,” “You’ll Never Walk Alone”and Others Tickets Only $25 for those Younger than 25 Years Old. WILMETTE, IL – Music Theater Works is proud to announce the cast and creative team for t...| beintheloopchicago.com