Articles filed under Theater
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First Folio dresses up 'Love, Loss and What I Wore'Apr 01, 2015 6:00 am - Some folks will write off “Love, Loss and What I Wore” as the theatrical equivalent of “chick lit.” Indeed, the 2009 off-Broadway hit, now playing at First Folio Theatre...
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Theater events: Writers Theatre extends 'Diary of Anne Frank'Mar 27, 2015 6:00 am - • Writers Theatre has extended its production of "The Diary of Anne Frank," adapted by Wendy Kesselman from the play by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett. Performances...
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PM&L Theatre looks to expand its space and offerings in downtown AntiochMar 27, 2015 1:00 am - There might be a system, but the collection of old props, ladders, an ironing board and other stuff that goes into a live theater production seems a bit haphazard. "This...
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'Restaurant: Impossible' chef Robert Irvine brings stage show to NapervilleMar 27, 2015 1:00 am - 'Restaurant: Impossible' chef Robert Irvine faces unpredictable culinary challenges onstage
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5 things to do in the suburbs this weekendMar 27, 2015 1:00 am - Whether you're looking for grown-up laughs or a way to entertain the kids on spring break, there are plenty of things to do in the suburbs this weekend. Here are five; f...
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John Patrick Shanley's 'Outside Mullingar' richly realized at Skokie's Northlight TheatreMar 25, 2015 5:00 am - John Patrick Shanley's 2014 Broadway comedy "Outside Mullingar" makes a strong Midwest debut at Northlight Theatre in Skokie. Yet you can bet that some theatergoers will...
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Paramount's stellar 'Les Miserables' offers big bang for the buckMar 24, 2015 11:00 pm - Paramount Theatre's grand and glorious “Les Miserables” offers about as much theatrical bang for the buck as a discerning theatergoer could want. Director Jim Corti's i...
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Robin Hood takes to streets in new St. Charles playMar 24, 2015 11:00 pm - Vero Voce has announced its original production, "Robin Hood, Streets of Sherwood," written and directed by Vero Voce's Theatrical Artistic Director, David M. Rodriguez,...
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Cynthia Erivo to join Jennifer Hudson in 'The Color Purple'Mar 22, 2015 11:00 pm - NEW YORK - Cynthia Erivo will join Jennifer Hudson on Broadway this fall when the musical "The Color Purple" returns. Erivo, who starred in the Menier Chocolate Factory ...
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Performer to portray Eleanor Roosevelt at Barrington Area LibraryMar 22, 2015 1:00 am - In recognition of Women's History Month, a performer will bring Eleanor Roosevelt to life at the Barrington Area Library Tuesday night. Solo dramatist Roberta Randall po...