Macbeth is the classic Shakespeare play about what happens when ambition goes too far. With an excellent new production at the Invictus Theatre Company, it’s time to revisit these three witches. There aren’t many pieces of literature that are as prevalent in society as Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Whether you read the play in school, have heard…
Mercy Killing is a quirky black comedy that is perfect for the true crime generation. Centered around the lengths one would go to for love, this is definitely not a story you’ll see anywhere else. Love is the subject of most pieces of art in one way or another. It is the most frequently talked…
The Prom is a heartwarming musical that follows struggling Broadway actors who travel to a small Indiana town to help a high school girl fight for her right to bring her girlfriend to the prom. Filled with laughs and a message of acceptance, this show celebrates what it is to be who you are. Theatre…
Les Misérables is a classic musical about love, redemption, passion, and sacrifice. Currently playing at the Uptown Music Theater Highland Park, this powerful production is a must-see! I am a fan of musicals. Large or small, big budget or little, I am here for them because I find them hugely entertaining. But certain shows stand…
Spadura is a comedic one-woman show about infertility. Not a subject that you usually find funny? You’ll have to watch this show. Dahéli Hall is a name that you’ve likely heard before. Best known for her work on Netflix’s Dear White People and Fox’s Mad TV, she has also appeared in shows like Star Wars: The…
The Mad Ones is an introspective musical about a high-school senior figuring out her next moves after a shock. With themes of loss and uncertainty along with quality songs and excellent voices, this is a show you’re going to want to see. There are many musicals out there that cost a ton of money in…
Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil is a brand new musical based on the non-fiction book of the same name. Intertwining a murder mystery with Georgia society, a risqué club performer, and great new music, this is a show not to be missed! One of the best things about theatre in Chicago is…
Beehive: The 60’s Musical is a high-energy tribute to the music, fashion, and social revolution of the 1960s. Featuring hits from The Shirelles to Mama Cass Elliot, this female-forward show will have you singing along. Sitting here in 2024 and thinking of images of the 1960s, we often think of a very stereotypical model. This…
Attempts on Her Life is an abstract play that presents numerous vignettes about a woman named Anne. With a talented cast and excellent lighting choices, this challenging piece can be a little tough to connect with. Plays are presented in all forms. Some have a standard story that runs from a beginning to a middle…
