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Schaumburg wrestles with parking problem as entertainment district pushes ahead
Sep 24, 2018 5:30 AM - Schaumburg officials are getting down to brass tacks on many of the more practical aspects of a long-discussed entertainment district around the Schaumburg Convention Center, including road realignments, more land acquisition and -- perhaps most importantly -- a four- to six-level parking deck. -
Meet the people who didn't like 'Hamilton'
Sep 23, 2018 9:15 AM - "Hamilton" has won Tony Awards, Olivier Awards, a Grammy, a Pulitzer Prize and the first Kennedy Center Honors ever given to a work of art and not a person. But -- gasp -- not everyone loves "Hamilton." -
5 fun ideas for this weekend in the suburbs
Sep 21, 2018 11:36 AM - Looking for something to do this weekend? How about "Little Shop of Horrors" at Drury Lane, Art in the Barn in Barrington or Clint Black at the Genesee. The suburbs are brimming with fun events to explore. -
Theater spotlight: Firebrand Theatre opens its season with 'Caroline, or Change'
Sep 20, 2018 11:45 AM - Firebrand and TimeLine theaters team up for a revival of "Caroline, or Change," Artimisia hosts its annual fall festival devoted to new feminist plays, Citadel Theatre revives Lillian Hellman's "The Little Foxes" and Writers Theatre stages "Witch," this week in Chicago-area theater. -
Steppenwolf's new drama 'Downstate' explores the lives of sex offenders
Sep 18, 2018 2:00 AM - A man shows up at a group home for sex offenders to confront his abuser in Bruce Norris' world-premiere drama "Downstate" for Steppenwolf Theatre. "It's a very provocative play," admits Tony Award-winning director Pam MacKinnon. -
DeVos' dramatic confirmation hearing inspires drama on stage
Sep 18, 2018 2:32 PM - Guns and grizzlies: Education Secretary Betsy DeVos' dramatic confirmation hearing inspires drama on stage
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Letting the art happen: Elgin Fringe festival celebrates 5 years
Sep 15, 2018 8:18 PM - Whatever happens, happens at the fifth annual Elgin Fringe Festival, which boasts an eclectic array of theater artists, dancers, musicians, storytellers, comedians and visual artists. -
Theater review: Drury Lane's well-cast 'Little Shop of Horrors' is plant food for thought
Sep 19, 2018 11:03 AM - "Little Shop of Horrors" proves once again to be a masterpiece of musical comedy camp in Drury Lane Theatre's solid and traditional staging in Oakbrook Terrace. -
Theater events: Pat McGann headlines comedy show at the Metropolis
Sep 14, 2018 6:00 AM - Pat McGann hosts "An Evening With Standup Comedian Pat McGann and Friends" at the Metropolis, Trap Door revives Pirandello's "Naked," and Goodman showcases works during the New Stages Festival, this week in Chicago-area theater. -
Theater review: Marriott Theatre's super 'Sweet Charity' has perfect rhythm
Sep 14, 2018 4:24 PM - Marriott Theatre's superb revival of "Sweet Charity" features a charming performance by Lincolnshire newcomer Anne Horak, who brings the titular dance-hall hostess to life in a performance that brims with joy and endless good humor.
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