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Goodman's 'the ripple, the wave that carried me home' a poignant tale of rebellion, reconciliation

By Barbara Vitello
Jan 26, 2023 8:42 AM - A woman comes to terms with her civil rights activist parents in Christina Anderson's poignant, poetic drama "the ripple, the wave that carried me home" through Feb. 12 at Goodman Theatre.
Widescreen: Weaver's performance is the greatest innovation of Cameron's 'Avatar' sequel

By Sean Stangland
Jan 12, 2023 7:12 AM - We've seen "de-aging," but Sigourney Weaver playing a 14-year-old alien in "Avatar: The Way of Water" is something different -- and more convincing.
Sisters confront loss, trauma and identity in Steppenwolf's 'Bald Sisters'

By Barbara Vitello
Dec 16, 2022 6:00 AM - Sisters deal with the loss of their mother in "Bald Sisters," Vichet Chum's domestic dramedy about Cambodian immigrants confronting trauma and identity in its world premiere at Steppenwolf Theatre.
Goodman weaves holiday magic with 'A Christmas Carol'

By Barbara Vitello
Dec 1, 2022 8:15 PM - Goodman Theatre advertises its production of "A Christmas Carol" and it delivers thanks in large part to the masterful Larry Yando, playing Ebenezer Scrooge for the 15th time.
Stellar singers, superb orchestra make Paramount's 'Sound of Music' an ideal alternative this holiday season

By Barbara Vitello
Dec 1, 2022 10:16 AM - Paramount Theatre's "Sound of Music" is a shimmering, emotionally resonant revival showcasing glorious voices and a superb orchestra.
Marriott's merry 'Christmas Story' a heartwarming tribute to a family's love

By Barbara Vitello
Nov 11, 2022 2:42 PM - There are about a half dozen holiday shows scheduled to open in the upcoming weeks. Lincolnshire's Marriott Theatre is first with "A Christmas Story, The Musical," a heartfelt celebration of family love.
Goodman's superb 'Swing State' examines grief, loss in America's heartland while offering a glimmer of hope

By Barbara Vitello
Oct 20, 2022 5:18 PM - That Goodman Theatre's superb "Swing State" moves audiences from laughter to tears is no surprise. What is noteworthy about Rebecca Gilman's powerful new drama is how it elicits those contrary emotions within nanoseconds of each other -- within a single line of dialogue, even. And more significantly, how its humor and its pathos are entirely earned.
Paramount's 'Bull: a love story' shows promise, but needs streamlining

By Barbara Vitello
Oct 14, 2022 3:30 PM - Paramount's BOLD series concludes with "Bull: a love story," a new play developed through the Inception Project supporting BIPOC playwrights. Unfortunately, the play, about an ex-con returning to his family after 10 years in prison, needs some revisions before it's ready for the main stage.
Lovely score, impressive performances power Chicago Shakespeare's superb 'Notebook'

By Barbara Vitello
Oct 10, 2022 6:35 AM - Chicago Shakespeare Theater's production of "The Notebook," based on Nicholas Sparks' best-seller, is beautifully acted and gracefully staged.
Comedian Steven Wright brings his droll observations to North Shore Center Oct. 6

By Barbara Vitello
Oct 6, 2022 12:38 PM - Standup comedian Steven Wright, known for his distinctive deadpan delivery, headlines Skokie's North Shore Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday, Oct. 6.

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