November 2023
Posted on November 22, 2023November 22, 2023| rescripted.org
The Lion In Winter is the latest offering from Court Theatre, directed by one of Chicago’s most established maestros – Ron OJ Parson. Though James Goldman’s script was penned in 1966, its sub…| rescripted.org
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"|
Collective Editors’ Note: This essay series is by and for the theater community, and hopes to offer regenerative, communal thinking in the face of industry changes. We are providing a brave space for artists and administrators to focus on creating present and future solutions out of, or beyond our past [perceived] failures. This series builds … Continue reading "Decomposition Instead of Collapse: Playing Changes with Daniel Alexander Jones, Part Two"|
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"|
Editor’s Note: Rescripted has always believed in sharing the unfettered and unedited opinions of our arts community as they fight for justice, and the fight for Palestine’s freedom is n…| rescripted.org
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"|
Editor’s note: This essay series is by and for the theater community, and hopes to offer regenerative, communal thinking in the face of industry changes. We are providing a brave space for ar…| rescripted.org
