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Northlight Theatre

A woman in a red skirt and black top stands on stage as a man in a vest embraces her from behind. Other actors and dramatic lighting create a tense, theatrical atmosphere.

by Todd Hieggelke | August 24, 2026

Stage Top 5: September 2026

Three actors perform on a vintage-style stage set resembling a bedroom. A woman stands on the left holding papers, a man stands center with hands on chest, and another man in a suit stands on the right. The set has elegant decor and furniture.

by Noel Schecter | April 29, 2026

“The Angel Next Door” Is the Silly Fun You Didn’t Know You Needed Northlight Theatre closes their season and their time in Skokie with this hilarious and zany production.

A woman in a Victorian dress points a knife at a seated man with his hands tied behind his back in an ornate, antique room with wooden furniture and a staircase in the background.

by Mary Wisniewski | December 10, 2025

Northlight’s “Gaslight” Turns One Husband’s Manipulation Into a Victorian Detective Caper If you feel like a little malice for the holiday season, catch the triumphantly feminist drama that coined a term prevalent in modern politics.

Puppeteers set a scene with Ebenezer Scrooge

by Todd Hieggelke | November 21, 2025

Stage Top 5: December 2025

Theater set with family in a 1950s dining room celebrating.

by Amanda Finn | September 18, 2025

“The First Lady of Television” Broadcasts a History Lesson Northlight Theatre's new production takes us back to the 1950s, when sitcom pioneer Gertrude Berg was tasked with an impossible choice.

by Noel Schecter | April 23, 2025

When History Begins to Rhyme: A Review of “Prayer for the French Republic” at Northlight Theatre

by Mary Wisniewski | December 12, 2024

Witty and Complex: A Review of “Little Women” at Northlight Theatre

by Tristan Bruns | July 18, 2024

Tipping the Scales: A Review of “2 Pianos 4 Hands” at Northlight Theatre

A man stands behind a laundromat counter while a customer stands nearby with her arms crossed.

by Noel Schecter | April 25, 2024

A Heavy Load: A Review of “Brooklyn Laundry” at Northlight Theatre

A man sits on the ground watching the news on television.

by Noel Schecter | February 6, 2024

When You Have Nowhere Left to Run: A Review of “Selling Kabul” at Northlight Theatre

by Brian Hieggelke | December 1, 2023

Stage Top 5: December 2023

A woman crosses her arms in a blue shawl while looking to her side.

by Mary Wisniewski | September 21, 2023

The Dinner Party: A Review of “Welcome to Matteson!” at Congo Square Theatre

A woman sings and strums a guitar.

by Mary Wisniewski | July 17, 2023

The Godmother of Rock: A Review of “Marie and Rosetta” at Northlight Theatre

by Noel Schecter | April 24, 2023

Pickin’ Together A New World: A Review of “The Porch on Windy Hill: a new play with old music” at Northlight Theatre

by Amanda Finn | February 1, 2023

Art Reflecting Life: A Review of Andy Warhol in Iran at Northlight Theatre

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