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“The Addams Family”

“The Addams Family”

This production , in my opinion, far outweighs the original one as it has been fine tuned during its run and has become more of an ensemble piece. While I know that "stars" have graced the Broadway stage in the main roles, this company proves that you do not need big names [Read More]

“The Secret Garden”

“The Secret Garden”

Under the care-taking direction and choreography of Stacey Flaster, who continues to bring new clarity to old plays, this haunting musical ( almost operetta like), with music by Lucy Simon and book and lyrics by Marsha Norman is a wonderful experience for the eye and the [Read More]

“Spring Awakening”

“Spring Awakening”

Seeing this much young talent in one production goes to prove just why Chicago has become THE place for actors to come! We offer them quality theater companies, rich in history and willing to try new things and audience who appreciate what they are given. [Read More]

“La Cage Aux Folles”

“La Cage Aux Folles”

Over the years, we have seen many versions of "La Cage Aux Folles", the three time Tony Award winner with music and lyrics by Jerry Herman and book by Harvey Fierstein, that takes to the Saint-Tropez nightclub district, where seedy is the norm and one never really knows who [Read More]

“Disney on Ice” for 2012

“Disney on Ice” for 2012

There is nothing like the magic of Disney! Not just for the kids, but for parents and grandparents as well. "Disney on Ice" is always special, and this season, Disney, with Feld Entertainment, will present "Dare To Dream" featuring the princess characters that are beloved [Read More]

New Year’s Eve with Hollis Resnik

New Year’s Eve with Hollis Resnik

If you have seen her work on stages throughout Chicago, you know how special a talent she is. If you have not seen her in a setting like this, it is a special evening that will hold a lasting memory for you and your loved one. [Read More]

“A Christmas Story,The Musical”

“A Christmas Story,The Musical”

this is a very energetic cast with some great vocal range and of course when a stage is filled with kids, in particular adorable and talented kids, a show will always be pleasing. This is one of those amazingly talented casts, led by Clarke Hallum as Ralphie ( what a [Read More]

“The Nutcracker” Joffrey Ballet

“The Nutcracker” Joffrey Ballet

this year decided that it would be nice to have someone else share the magic moments of this special production, so in my place, I sent Theresa Morfas ( an employee at Theatre at the Centre) and her 9 year old niece, Tess Vanator, who had never been to a production such as [Read More]

“Penelope”

“Penelope”

watching these four actors work, for a young actor, is a class of character development that will never be taught in an acting class- they are all powerful actors and use every part of their bodies and their voices to build characters that seem possible. Each characters [Read More]

“Opus”

“Opus”

This production is beautifully orchestrated by director Jason W. Gerace, who utilizes the very small stage so that each audience member feels as if they are the proverbial "fly on the wall" watching the personalities of these characters come alive and fall apart before [Read More]

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“A Catered Affair”

“A Catered Affair”

an exploration of just how strong love can be. This is 90 minutes of deep emotion brought to the stage under the clear [Read More]

Disney Live! all new “family show” comes to Rosement

Disney Live! all new “family show” comes to Rosement

As in previous Disney Live! productions, you will be captivated by the characters coming to life, the special [Read More]

Second City opens its new “UP Comedy Club”

Second City opens its new “UP Comedy Club”

and as if they were not already the destination spot for laughter, a brand new venue has been added to the Second City [Read More]

“South Pacific”   by Jeff Brody

“South Pacific” by Jeff Brody

this is a scaled down touring show with a far younger and less experienced cast of non-Equity performers who are just [Read More]

“Hunger”

“Hunger”

I must preface my remarks by saying that I love Lifeline Theatre and for the most part, the literary adaptations they [Read More]

“A Midsummer Night’s Dream”

“A Midsummer Night’s Dream”

Thus is the case with the current production of William Shakespeare's classic comedy,"A Midsummer Night's Dream", now [Read More]

“Brooks Sings Barbra”  review

“Brooks Sings Barbra” review

Cabaret in the greater Chicago area is alive and keeps finding new spots. One of these venues is The Metropolis [Read More]

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