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My Fair Lady at Light Opera Works

Nick Sandy’s in this 2016 performance seemed more confident as Higgins as he was equally terrific to his 2009 take on Higgins.

This production of My Fair Lady looks gorgeous, sounds wonderful and sings beautifully while still having Shaw’s biting social attacks on British society in 1907. Take your family and friends to enjoy one of the greatest musicals of all-time here in a most enjoyable production!

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Constellations

So if you enjoy an ambiguous, complex romance with many possibilities, then Constellations will get you thinking. I’m still trying to figure out why this worthy play left me so cold? I sure may be way off about this one. Judge for your self but be sure to read several reviews before seeing Constellations so you’ll be prepared for its uniquely challenging structure. What I can guarantee you is that Jessie Fisher and Jon Michael Hill will give wonderful performances.

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OUT OF THE BLUE

So Out of The Blue is a wake-up call and a warning that homophobia still exists and is thriving in Russia and other parts of the world as well as rural America.

Will Burdin and Adam Zaininger lead a fine cast that put a face on boys struggling just to be accepted for themselves. I will never understand how gay folks are a threat to society and plays like Out of the Blue demonstrate that hate still is in the hearts of too many. This is an important play that needs to be seen by all, including teens.

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One Man, Two Guvnors

Lovers of British comedy, lovers of classic commedia dell’ arte, and patrons of fearless uninhibited acting will be impressed by the stage craft in this show. Laughs reign here. You’ll be hard pressed to find a funnier comedy that One Man, Two Guvnors. This show begs for more commedial dell’ arte physical comedy productions to be mounted in Chicago. Get to Court Theatre to see for yourself what smart comedy is all about. this is one of the finest shows of the year!

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Haymarket: The Anarchist’s Songbook

We admire their spirit and determination; we feel their pain and we share Lucy Parsons’ passion and grief. Once this marvelous musical is finished, we realize that we have witnessed fine art piece – a rarity for a musical. Haymarket: The Anarchist’s Songbook is one of the finest new musicals mounted on a Chicago stage in years! This show is a polished, finished product that begs for a long Chicago run before it moves across the nation.

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Twisted Knots

Twisted Knots has its moments…some funny ones and some poignant ones. Ryan Kitley’s Frank is an “every man” who mirrors the show’s target audience…the 40/50’s somethings. At only $30 for tickets, Twisted Knots is an entertainment bargain for an Equity show. There are enough funny and honest moments to satisfy.

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Chimerica

Chimerica is about an hour too long as it tries to cover too much mystery and too much backstory. While I was engaged throughout, eventually the work wore me out. Better motivation for Joe’s relentless search and more details why Lin finally resolved the mystery the way he did–why now? Coburn Goss and Norman Yap anchor a cast invested in the story.

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