Stellaluna And Other Tales presented by Emerald City Theatre Co. at Apollo Theater

Chicago Tribune - Recommended

"... the charming performances --particularly from the winsome Kara Konken as Stellaluna, brassy belter Libby Lane as Pinduli the hyena, and Chuck Quinn in a variety of supporting roles -- make this show a lovely treat for families to savor."

Chicago Reader - Recommended

"...Emerald City Theatre Company's musical adaptation of three Janell Cannon children's books capitalizes on her gift for making "revolting" creatures--bats, pythons, hyenas--appealing. Even as played by perky Kara Konken, an American Girls Revue alum, the bat Stellaluna retains a wonderfully creepy quality, especially when she spreads her leathery wings. But the production's real standouts are the costumes, puppets, and masks, all designed by L. Nicholas Saubers: many received Lion King-like gasps of appreciation from adults, and at a fraction of the Lion King cost."