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Men of Soul" reviewed by Julia W. Rath
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (180+ words) AROUND THE TOWN CHICAGO In short, this show highlights the inner fortitude that all these men of soul had, which allowed them to overcome life's obstacles. It seizes upon the raw passion that drove each one of them'both black and…...
“Iceboy! ” – AROUND THE TOWN CHICAGO
2+ day, 14+ hour ago (341+ words) Iceboy!" AROUND THE TOWN CHICAGO The story takes place in the 19302, New York. Broadways shining star, Vera Vimm ( played to perfection by Megan Mullaly) is the biggest and best. Everyone loves her both on and off stage. She decides to…...
As You Like It" SUMMER 2016 FREE PERFORMANCES
3+ day, 20+ hour ago (224+ words) AROUND THE TOWN CHICAGO Midsommer Flight's 2026 Season Directed by Producing Artistic Director Beth Wolf June 26 " August 2, 2026 AS YOU LIKE IT is a vibrant Shakespearean comedy that wittily explores love and gender roles. Banished from court by her uncle, Rosalind escapes…...
The Secret Is Out! !!" Schaumburg is where it's at!
4+ day, 12+ hour ago (306+ words) AROUND THE TOWN CHICAGO The menu can be a little confusing as it is divided into Soups and Street Food, The First Plate ( veg and not). From The First Plate- The Newabi Lamb Chops were divine. Brought to the table…...
Leopoldstadt
4+ day, 19+ hour ago (154+ words) AROUND THE TOWN CHICAGO Many of these are free, but reservations will be needed boxoffice@writerstheatre. org "Leopoldstadt" will continue thru August 16th with performances as follows: Wednesdays" "2: 00 p. m. and 7: 30 p. m. Thursdays" " " 7: 30 p. m. Fridays" " " " " "7: 30 p. m. Saturdays" " " 2: 00 p. m. and 7: 30 p. m. Sundays" " " "2: 00 p. m. and 7: 00 p. m. OPEN CAPTIONED" " June 25th ASL-Interpreted" " " " "June 27th" 2 p. m. Pay…...
BBQ as it should be- a revisit at Chicago Culinary Kitchen
5+ day, 5+ hour ago (370+ words) AROUND THE TOWN CHICAGO "some items may sell out or change with the moment- DEAL WITH IT! . Yes, that does happen, but if so, they have plenty of other items that will be as good and now you have a…...
La Boheme" Opera Fesitival of Chicago reviewed by Frank Meccia
5+ day, 15+ min ago (540+ words) AROUND THE TOWN CHICAGO Since I was a teenager, when my parents first introduced me to opera, La Boh'me has remained my favorite. More than fifty years later, after seeing it in opera houses large and small'from the Lyric Opera…...
Eugene Onegin" The Joffrey Ballet reviewed by Julia W. Rath
5+ day, 7+ hour ago (119+ words) AROUND THE TOWN CHICAGO In all, "Eugene Onegin" is well worth seeing. It is creative. It is easy to follow. It is never dull. The audience needs to know every performance might feature different dancers. But no matter who the…...
The Second City e. t. c. s 50th Revue Reality Detox: The Improv Experience" reviewed by Paul Lisnek (Curtain Call Chicago)
5+ day, 13+ hour ago (156+ words) AROUND THE TOWN CHICAGO "Reality Detox finds some funny, but not its Groove." At the end of the show, one of the cast members offers a humorous closing comment saying, "if you liked the show, come on back because it…...
It's Summertime, so Santa's Village time! WIN A FOUR PAK! !! !!
5+ day, 22+ hour ago (298+ words) For many, "Santa's Village" in East Dundee, Illinois holds great memories. I know my children had birthday parties, and many great days in the sun with fun. This was followed by my grandkids doing likewise. Later, they added the water…...