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Joe Dempsey

by Amanda Finn | September 25, 2026

Northlight’s Adaptation of “The Front Page” Rewrites the Narrative Prepare to have your sides split at this innovative rendition depicting the drama of an old Chicago newsroom.

Three actors perform on stage in a brightly lit living room set. A man in glasses and a green sweater stands between two women in floral dresses, who are holding onto his arms. The scene suggests a dramatic or comedic moment.

by Tristan Bruns | April 20, 2026

Drury Lane Theatre Stages a Mid-Century “Father of the Bride” More mid-century than modern, this production takes its cues from Caroline Francke's original stage adaptation, set in a 1950s suburban milieu that predates the beloved Steve Martin film.

A man in a suit plays a piano while two women and a man in dressy clothes sign behind him.

by Tristan Bruns | December 14, 2023

No Cosmic Lasso Required: A Review of “It’s A Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!” at American Blues Theater

by Dennis Polkow | December 5, 2022

Out of the Darkness: A Review of It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago! at American Blues Theater

by Irene Hsiao | November 11, 2019

An Enduring Holiday Tradition: A Review of The Steadfast Tin Soldier at Lookingglass Theatre Company

by Kelsey McGrath | December 29, 2018

These Gorgeous Worlds: A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

by Alex Huntsberger | February 16, 2015

Review: Samsara/Victory Gardens

by Zach Freeman | November 18, 2014

Review: The Mousetrap/Northlight Theatre

by Loy Webb | September 21, 2014

Review: Native Son/Court and American Blues Theater

by Zach Freeman | June 30, 2014

Review: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee/Drury Lane Theatre

by Johnny Oleksinski | October 8, 2012

Review: 44 Plays for 44 Presidents/Neo-Futurists

by Brian Hieggelke | February 8, 2011

Review: The Boys Room/Victory Gardens

by Brian Hieggelke | March 7, 2009

Review: Strange Interlude/The Neo-Futurists

by Cheryluce | November 15, 2007

Review: Wedding Play/About Face Theatre

by Ilanakowarski | June 15, 2006

Review: Half and Half/Victory Gardens

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