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DePaul Theatre School alumni reunite in ‘Top Girls’

Emma Rubenstein • January 11, 2015

This winter, The Arc Theatre is bringing the renowned “Top Girls” written by Caryl Churchill and directed by Mark Boergers, to life. The show is saturated with talent, strong female characters and...

‘Cinderella’ a spellbinding fairytale classic

Emma Rubenstein • December 28, 2014

There is something magical residing within the walls of the Cadillac Palace Theatre this winter. Rogers and Hammerstein’s "Cinderella" is lighting up every individual who encounters it with its incredible...

‘Twist Your Dickens’ hilariously toys with holiday tradition

Emma Rubenstein • December 18, 2014

Unique and offbeat productions have become somewhat of a staple in the Chicago Christmas theater scene. New shows are blossoming amid the countless holiday classics, shows that are hilarious, touching,...

Joffrey’s ‘Nutcracker’ showcases classic holiday ballet

Alicya Dennison • December 10, 2014

Last Friday officially ushered in the holiday season in Chicago with the Joffrey Ballet's "The Nutcracker" opening at the Auditorium Theater. Joffrey’s adaptation of "The Nutcracker" begins...

Q&A: Wilam Tarris of ‘Dee Snider’s Rock & Roll Christmas Tale’

Emma Rubenstein • December 7, 2014

This winter, Broadway in Chicago is bringing a new take on holiday theater to the city. Written by Dee Snider of Twister Sister and directed by Adam John Hunter, "Dee Snider’s Rock & Roll Christmas...

Goodman’s ‘Christmas Carol’ a classic delight

Emma Rubenstein • December 7, 2014

This holiday season, The Goodman’s annual production of "A Christmas Carol" has returned to the Albert, where it is delighting audiences of all ages by residing between the worlds of innovation and...

Colorful cast shines in ‘Grinch’ musical at Chicago Theater

Alicya Dennison • November 26, 2014

The iconic adaption “Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical” is currently playing at the Chicago Theater. The production runs through Saturday, Nov. 29. It has been said...

The House Theatre playfully evokes nostalgia with ‘The Nutcracker’

Alicya Dennison • November 22, 2014

The House Theatre of Chicago presents its fifth year of their holiday classic, “The Nutcracker,” at the Chopin Theater. The production opened for preview Nov. 6-13, officially opening Friday,...

ASL interpreters give voice to DePaul’s Theatre School

Kirsten Onsgard • November 16, 2014

The Theatre School earlier this month brought to life “The Phantom Tollbooth,” Norton Juster’s vivid children’s novel of a young boy who adventures to learn the meaning of time. But as one spotlight...

‘Feathers and Teeth’ debuts at Goodman Theatre’s New Stages Festival

Emma Rubenstein • November 16, 2014

This fall The Goodman Theatre’s renowned New Stages Festival has returned for its 11th year with new shows that are sure to inspire, delight and entertain audiences of all ages. New Stages is an exciting...

‘Vigils’ at DePaul’s Theatre School explores memories and mortality

Madeline Buchel • November 9, 2014

The intimate setting of DePaul’s Healy Theatre, located in The Theatre School, which boasts a mere 100 seats and whose first row literally begins on the stage, was an apt compliment to its emotionally...

Steppenwolf Theatre’s ‘Animal Farm’ brings Orwell tale to the stage

Emma Rubenstein • October 26, 2014

The productions presented in Steppenwolf for Young Adults may be geared toward a younger audience, but they seem to somehow always transcend their genre. These shows contain something powerful and entertaining...