Phèdre Trap Door Theatre presents an adaptation of Jean Racine’s Phèdre. Physical evocations of the myths of ancient Greece, as well a critical eye towards societal conventions combine to create a modern take on this[…]
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The Unveiling & Dozens of Cousins – REVIEW
By Venus Zarris We’ve all visited friends after they’ve invested in home improvements and/or personal make-overs. Eager to share the new look of their lives, they draw us into the process of their transformation. The[…]
The Glass Menagerie EXTENDED @ Angel Island Theater
The Glass Menagerie – EXTENDED! Due to popular demand, Mary-Arrchie Theatre Co.’s hit production of THE GLASS MENAGERIE will add three additional weeks of performances – extending through February 17, 2013 at Angel Island Theatre, 735[…]
The Arsonists – REVIEW
By Venus Zarris “If the thought of radical change scares you more than the thought of disaster, what can you do to stop the disaster?” In 1953, Swiss playwright Max Frisch penned a post-World War[…]
ALL GIRL MOBY DICK – EXTENDED! @ Zoo Studio
ALL GIRL MOBY DICK – EXTENDED! The Chicago Mammals present ALL GIRL MOBY DICK, an adaptation of Herman Melville’s classic performed with an ensemble composed entirely of amazing Chicago actresses. Erin Orr (Chicago Mammals Company[…]
ALL GIRL MOBY DICK opening @ Zoo Studio
ALL GIRL MOBY DICK Erin Orr (Chicago Mammals Company member) plays Ishmael, a malcontent who embarks on a whaling voyage in the hopes that the adventure will sate the violent rage inside her. On this[…]
The Light in the Piazza – REVIEW
By Venus Zarris In the close quarters of the No Exit Café, Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre presents an enchanting realization of The Light in the Piazza and once again proves that the original large-scale vision of[…]
Superior Donuts – REVIEW
By Venus Zarris 25 years of storefront theater in Chicago is quite an accomplishment. Mary-Arrchie Theatre Company is nothing less than an institution, setting a high standard with in-your-lap productions that leave a lasting impact.[…]
Death and Harry Houdini – REVIEW
By Venus Zarris “The easiest way to attract a crowd is to let it be known that at a given time and a given place someone is going to attempt something that in the event[…]
THE HUNCHBACK VARIATIONS OPERA – REVIEW # 2 – Masterpiece EXTENDED – DON’T MISS!
Last night I was asked the question, “What’s the BEST play in town right now?” I’m frequently asked that and normally I have to stop and think before answering, as there is almost always more[…]