By Lauren Emily Whalen What is the price of genius—and who really “deserves” it? Inspired by an 1830 Pushkin play…
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5 regional theater productions worth the trip this November
November openings bring Mozart rivalry, 80s power suits, heartbreak ballads, and radical joy to regional theaters nationwide.
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Steppenwolf’s ‘Mr. Wolf’ gets lost in its own universe
Strong acting elevates "Mr. Wolf" at Steppenwolf, although Rajiv Joseph's family drama suffers from distracting metaphors, plot holes, and an…
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‘You Will Get Sick’ delivers brains, heart & courage, but ocassionally stumbles over its own yellow brick road
Noah Diaz's "You Will Get Sick" offers a unique take on mortality and human connection through the lens of "The…
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Spring stunners: 3 bold Chicago productions that redefine theater’s boundaries
Chicago's theater scene is heating up with three standout productions that deserve your attention.
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