Dream State: A Review of The Pillowman at The Gift Theatre
Martin McDonagh’s bedtime fable set in the grips of a totalitarian state is a familiar and oppressive nightmare.
Joy Divided: A Review of I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter at Steppenwolf for Young Adults
Based on the award-winning book by local author Erika L. Sánchez, adapted by Isaac Gómez and starring ensemble member Karen Rodriguez, SYA’s production finds the stars all aligned.
Dance Top 5: March 2020
March is a month for big-name companies and a wealth of fresh new work.
Bells That Toll: A Review of Kill Move Paradise at TimeLine Theatre Company
Directed by Wardell Julius Clark, the local premiere of James Ijames play asks for only one thing: that we listen.
Delayed Departure: A Review of The Layover at The Comrades
The regional premiere of Leslye Headland’s play promises a “sexy psychological thriller” but leaves its audience waiting for take off interminably.
Vinegar and Honey: A Review of Stick Fly at Writers Theatre
Lydia R. Diamond’s play of privilege and all it entails returns to Chicago fresher than ever.
Theater Top 5: March 2020
Looking forward to look back. Also: looking forward to look forward. Just another month o’ plenty here in the windy city.
Toxic: A Review of Poison at The Plagiarists
The real poison at work here isn’t strychnine or hemlock, it’s a dreary self-seriousness that leaches the play of any hint of wit, humor and humanity.
Cahoots and Ladders: A Review of The Secret of My Success at Paramount Theatre
The secret of this new musical’s success is its strong female leads and an impressive catalog of songs.
Up to Everything: A Review of Charley’s Aunt at Saint Sebastian Players
Brandon Thomas’ 1892 farce is even better seen than remembered.
