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The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

The 2016 National Touring cast of Roundabout Theatre Company’s “Cabaret.” The play opens Feb. 9 in Chicago at the PrivateBank Theatre and runs until Feb. 21. (Photo courtesy of Joan Marcus)

‘Cabaret’ opens in Chicago Feb. 9.

Nina Gaulin February 7, 2016

For musical lovers out there, the thrilling and historic “Cabaret” will be launching its national tour next week and kicking off with performances in Chicago. As part of their 50th anniversary...

Theatre students participate in the Winter Lab Series

Theatre students participate in the Winter Lab Series

Ivana Rihter February 6, 2016

Undergraduate directors are now finding a way to make their artistic voices heard through classic stage productions that they are making their own in a theater series at DePaul, through their unique concepts,...

DePaul Theatre Union gives non-acting majors opportunities to act

DePaul Theatre Union gives non-acting majors opportunities to act

Geoff Stellfox November 15, 2015

The Theatre School at DePaul has a rich history of producing some of the most talented actors and actresses, such as John C. Reilly and Gillian Anderson. However, there is another theater organization...

Review: 'The Story of a Story (The Untold Story)'

Review: ‘The Story of a Story (The Untold Story)’

Nina Gaulin October 29, 2015

"The Story of a Story (The Untold Story)," presented by Underscore Theatre Company, is an inspiring and thought-provoking experience that recently hit the stage right here in Chicago.  Written...

DePaul Second City students find new places to laugh

DePaul Second City students find new places to laugh

Nina Gaulin September 20, 2015

The legendary Second City Theater — highly praised for its comedy performances and classes — was threatened by a fire that broke out Aug. 26 in Chicago’s Old Town neighborhood. Although the fire...

Chicago’s new theater tradition: Paragon Fest

Janna Lyhus August 29, 2015

Otherworld Theatre Company’s "Paragon Fest" is the world’s largest Science Fiction/Fantasy One-Act Play festival. The cozy Public House Theatre provided a perfect setting for travel to all dimensions...

Review: Broadway in Chicago's 'Once'

Review: Broadway in Chicago’s ‘Once’

Emma Rubenstein June 4, 2015

The Tony Award winning “Once” has made its way to Chicago this month for a brief but magical time. Directed by John Tiffany, the production’s catching narrative, brilliant music and bold heart...

Broadway in Chicago's "Evil Dead the Musical is a bloody, kooky, and campy comedy. (Photo courtesy of Peter Coombs)

Q&A: Chicagoan Julie Baird of ‘Evil Dead the Musical’

Emma Rubenstein September 28, 2014

As Halloween approaches, Chicago is in store for a haunting and hilarious theatrical treat. Broadway in Chicago’s “Evil Dead the Musical” is an uproarious and outrageous show that audience members...

DePaul Theatre School prepares spin on Tony  Award-winning musical ‘In the Heights’

DePaul Theatre School prepares spin on Tony Award-winning musical ‘In the Heights’

Grant Myatt September 22, 2014

[hr] [dropcap]S[/dropcap]tanding center stage, Wesley Toledo’s focus was all forward as director Lisa Portes gave him notes, while the cast of about 15 buzzed with excitement from behind. As Portes...

The Theatre School at DePaul University, located in Lincoln Park.

Theatre school announces 2014-15 season, kicks off with ‘In the Heights’

Emma Rubenstein September 14, 2014

The DePaul Theatre School provides the Chicago community with a true gift. Its numerous shows, wealth of talent, and accessible nature solidify it as one of the most wonderful theater destinations...

Victoria Maxwell, an actress and creative director for Crazy for Life Co., 
performed her one-woman show "Funny, You Don't Look Crazy" at DePaul May 19. (Photo  courtesy of BONNY MAKAREWICZ/VICTORIA MAXWELL)

Crazy life: Victoria Maxwell’s one-woman play on living well despite mental illness

Shelley Mesch May 27, 2014

In an event hosted May 19 by DePaul University’s Center for Students with Disabilities, Victoria Maxwell performed her one-woman show “Funny, You Don’t Look Crazy,” a play about coming to terms...

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