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…
Teatro ZinZanni’s Love, Chaos, and Dinner is a fantastical dinner theater experience that combines circus arts, comedy, cabaret, and a gourmet multi-course meal in a tent-like setting. A performance unlike any other, this is one that you’ll never forget. When I was a little kid, my parents would take me to see musical productions at the…
English is an intimate play that follows a group of Iranian adults taking an English class in preparation for an English proficiency exam. Hilariously funny, poignantly thoughtful, and incredibly produced, this is a can’t-miss show. There are thousands of different languages spoken in the world. We are all familiar with the experience of hearing people…
