Madame Pompadour at Vittum Theater

Chicago Tribune - Somewhat Recommended

"...Their lyrics are heavily laced with naughty double entendres, clever rhymes and sly topical references ("Fifty Shades of Grey" pops up at one point), in keeping with Fall's risque bedroom farce about King Louis XV's mistress and secretary, Madame Pompadour, and the amorous count, Rene d'Estrades, she hires as her personal bodyguard on the night shift. Matters turn complicated when the king returns unexpectedly to the Versailles court, only to find a half-dressed Rene in his mistress' boudoir."

ChicagoCritic - Highly Recommended

"...This wonderful art form needs to be seen to be totally appreciated. The English translations allow audiences to appreciate the cleverness, art and sophistication of Viennese operetta. Leo Falls deserves to be heard. When will a major corporate sponsor come forward to fund the dedicated folks at Chicago Folks Operetta as they persist in bringing 20th century Viennese and German operettas to contemporary American audiences in English that, together with their fine production qualities, offer a rare look back to the treasure of European culture? Get to Vittum Theater to experience the wonders of operetta in English in its glory. Then you’ll understand why Chicago Folks Operetta need a major benefactor. (Hint to the Lyric Opera of Chicago or maybe Mercedes Benz?)."