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The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

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Katy Geraghty stars as Little Red Riding Hood in Broadway in Chicago's "Into the Woods."

“Into the Woods”: An enchanting evening at the theater

Erin Henze, Assistant Photo Editor April 30, 2023

Wednesday evening’s performance of “Into the Woods" was a magical affair for all involved. Set inside the ornate James M. Nederlander Theatre, the show was a captivating combination of powerhouse vocals,...

Anna Maria D'Ortenzio (left) and Elijah Valter star in Blue Demon Theatre's showing of "Macbeth."

“Macbeth” review: a haunting reconciliation on fate and madness

Lilly Keller, Editor in Chief April 9, 2023

One of Shakespeare's most well-known works, "Macbeth" tackles the question of how rapidly a man can descend into insanity. While the English playwright's answer may fall somewhere in the 200-page range,...

Martine Kei Green-Rogers, uses her career as fuel for her role in administration.

Martine Kei Green-Rogers reflects on first year as theater school Dean

Samuel Mroz, Staff Writer April 9, 2023

Stepping out from her office of deanship on the fourth-floor of DePaul’s lauded theatre school, Martine Kei Green-Rogers quickly perks up to a chat on the origins of punk rock that four students are...

Ellie Pulsifer (center) stars as titular character Annie in the Cadillac Palace Theater performance of "Annie," which runs until March 19.

The sun is out at Cadillac Palace Theatre: ‘Annie’ continues to capture hearts

Erin Henze, Assistant Photo Editor March 12, 2023

The fan-favorite “Annie” is back in full swing in downtown Chicago this month, and it’s a treat for theater-goers of all ages. Led by a remarkable performance from Ellie Pulsifer as the titular character,...

The Lookingglass Theater's production of "Villette" based on Charlotte Brontë’s titular novel.

Lookingglass Theater’s “Villette” is a ‘moody, mesmerizing tale of love and solitude’

Lauren Coates March 5, 2023

Coinciding surprisingly neatly with the theatrical release of “Emily,” a historical drama chronicling the life of “Wuthering Heights” author Emily Brontë. Chicago’s own Lookingglass Theatre...

Logan Floyd (Left) and Katie Frieden  star in CIBC Theater's showing of Chicago.

“Chicago” brings money, murder, and all that jazz to the CIBC theater

Lauren Coates January 22, 2023

With its alluring merry murders, instantly-recognizable numbers and iconic choreography from Broadway deity Bob Fosse, there are more than a few good reasons why Fred Ebb’s “Chicago” is the longest-running...

(From left to right) Kelvin Roston, McKinley Carter, Erica Stephan,  Andrew Jessop, Jonah Winston and Nancy Wagner star in "Clue" at the Mercury Theater.

Mercury Theater serves up killer comedy with “Clue”

Lauren Coates October 23, 2022

When it comes to cult classic comedies, few can boast the devoted fanbase –and the never ending quotability – of “Clue”, Jonathan Lynn’s 1985 film based on the board game.  Though it may...

Glinda (Jennafer Newberry, left) and Elphaba (Lissa deGuzman) reveal the origins of their friendship turned rivalry as seen in "The Wizard of Oz."

National tour of “Wicked” delivers visual spectacle and strong performances

Lauren Coates October 2, 2022

Though Broadway in New York City is experiencing historic closures of long-running musicals like “Phantom of the Opera,” Chicagoans can rest easy knowing that the second city’s most popular musical...

Sophomore Emma Gordon [left] rehearses with freshman Grace Provan [right].

The story of a woman, for women, by a woman

Kiersten Riedford, News Editor April 11, 2022

Sophomore Anna Maria D’Ortenzio looked at her phone, it was 3 a.m. She threw her head back into her pillow, and pushed her Pride and Prejudice book off to the side. Staring at the ceiling, she thought...

Fefu, played by DePaul student Neysha Mendoza, practices a speech for a charity fundraiser she is preparing. Also pictured: Fiona Rae Warburton as Cecila and Lauren Skelton as Julia.

‘Fefu and Her Friends’ is an intimate look at femininity

Josephine Stratman, Focus Editor February 22, 2022

Early in the play, Fefu picks up a gun, cocks it, and shoots her husband. The gun is not loaded. Probably. Off-stage, her husband falls — shocking Fefu’s friends, although she reassures them...

Student-run DePaul Theatre Union stages creative, minimal productions

Student-run DePaul Theatre Union stages creative, minimal productions

Brandon Sun Yechout, Assistant Arts and Life Editor January 23, 2022

Who says you need to be an acting major to enjoy acting? The DePaul Theatre Union is a student organization which pays no mind to any such snobbery. Students of every discipline take part in DTU productions...

The Chicago Theater displays “Celebrating 100 Years 1921-2021” on its marquee.

Venues across Chicago reopen after many months away

Lily Lowndes, Social Media Editor December 8, 2021

Chicago’s rich and bustling entertainment scene went silent after the initial COVID-19 lockdowns in March of 2020. In the name of community care and wellbeing, companies closed their doors to customers,...

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