Beloved Broadway with Nathan Gunn and Friends was a music-filled evening featuring the JAM Orchestra. With intricately chosen numbers that highlighted both the versatility and range of the orchestra and the magnificence of the voices, expect to see much more of these musicians in the future. When it comes to musicals as a genre, people…
Teatro ZinZanni – Love Chaos & Dinner is a fantastical dinner-theater experience with spectacular circus performers and gourmet food. An excellent option for an evening out during the cold winter months. Whether you have been fortunate enough to visit and enjoy Teatro ZinZanni while it’s been in Chicago or have been meaning to go, you…
Miracle at Century High School is a quirky new musical Christmas comedy about one teacher’s quest to save a scandal-ridden school by creating an award-winning play. Reminiscent of sketch comedies in tone, this show brings the laughter. As we move into the holiday season, we hear the telltale music on the radio, see the sparkly…
Irving Berlin’s White Christmas is a festive musical about two famous song and dance duos determined to put on a show to save a Vermont inn from closing. With the famous titular song, incredible dance numbers, and stunning visuals, this new show at the Marriott Theatre is a must-see! The film of White Christmas is…
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…
