Tag: Chicago theater scene
The Piano Lesson Review: Insightful Analysis of August Wilson’s Masterpiece
The Piano Lesson: A Deep Dive into August Wilson's MasterpieceIn the heart-rending tale of The Piano Lesson, viewers are transported to a time of...
Creating a Wordless Hamlet: Robert Lepage Interview – Chicago Reader
Shakespeare's iconic play, Hamlet, has seen various innovative interpretations in Chicago in 2024. From Eddie Izzard's one-person show to Red Theater's stripped-down version, the...
Silly Scottish Play Shenanigans in Chicago – A Comedy of Errors
Joe Janes's production of Macbeth by the Sea takes a comedic twist on Shakespeare's classic tragedy. Set at the "Happy Heart Seaside Resort," the...
Falsettos Musical Review: Chicago Reader’s Vibrant Analysis
Court Theatre's revival of Falsettos has received positive reviews for its vibrant and touching portrayal of family dynamics, coming out, coming of age, and...
Creating a Wordless Hamlet: Robert Lepage’s Innovative Approach
Shakespeare's iconic play "Hamlet" has been reimagined in various innovative ways in Chicago in 2024. From Eddie Izzard's one-person interpretation to Red Theater's stripped-down...
‘The Legacy of Latino Theater Pioneer in Chicago’
As I was preparing to cover this year's Destinos: Chicago International Latino Theater Festival for the Reader, I received the heartbreaking news of the...
Chicago Filipino American Theatre Festival by CIRCA Pintig – Chicago Reader
Ginger Leopoldo, RJ Silva, and Giovanni Ortega from CIRCA Pintig had a vision to create a festival of Filipino theater with the hopes of...
Exploring Supporting Players and Cultural Archetypes in Chicago – Chicago Reader
**Exploring the World of Supporting Players and Cultural Archetypes in Chicago's Theater Scene**In the realm of theater, there are characters that often go unnoticed,...