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Stage Top 5: July 2023

by Brian Hieggelke | June 29, 2023

by Brian Hieggelke
June 29, 2023July 11, 2023Filed under:
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The cast of Steppenwolf Theatre’s revival of “No Man’s Land” includes ensemble members Austin Pendleton and Jeff Perry, with Jon Hudson Odom and Samuel Roukin.

1
Marie and Rosetta
(Northlight Theatre)
E. Faye Butler directs Bethany Thomas and Alexis J Roston in the story of the “Godmother of Rock ‘n Roll,” Sister Rosetta Tharpe.
Starts July 6

2
The Merry Wives of Windsor/Romeo & Juliet
(American Players Theatre)
Because nothing beats Shakespeare outdoors, under the stars
Through late September/October

3
Cymbeline
(Midsommer Flight)
Because nothing beats Shakespeare outdoors, under the stars
Starts July 7

4
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
(Oak Park Festival Theatre)
Because nothing beats Shakespeare outdoors, under the stars
Starts July 13

5
No Man’s Land
(Steppenwolf Theatre)
Co-founder Jeff Perry and longstanding Steppenwolf ensemble member Austin Pendleton lead the cast of a Pinter classic, first performed by the company in 1981.
Starts July 13

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