The Snow Queen combines a varied score of folk songs with amazing visual design and exquisite puppets and comes up with a sweet refreshing new musical. This is enchanting theatre that charms us all.
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Return of Congo Square's critically-acclaimed production which is an annual holiday tradition in many cities. Musical is a testament to the power of gospel music, telling the story of the Nativity through a combination of African American scripture, poetry, dance and song.
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Goodman Theatre once more sets the standard for holiday fare with their magnificent production of the Dickens’ classic. If your wondering which holiday shows to see, definitely pencil in A Christmas Carol—it simply is the premiere holiday show in Chicago—that’s why it has lasted 29 years!
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"Meet Me in St. Louis" is a joy to behold. Circle Theatre’s production is pleasant, tuneful with ambitious dances that give the musical zestful energy. This show is for families and works as a nice holiday treat.
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Rebecca Gilman's smash hit thriller focuses on a successful single New York reporter who seems to be failing at the dating game. Her world slowly begins to turn upside down when a blind date's persistence turns into obsession.
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Stephen Schwartz's tuneful pop-flavored Broadway hit is now playing at the Ford Center for the Performing Arts Oriental Theatre. The lavish sets, costumes and special effects are truly spectacular and enhance an enchanting source subject. You'll be hard pressed to see your entertainment dollar better spent on a Chicago stage.
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Stephen Sondheim groupies and theatre fans will enjoy this revue of early Sondheim tunes at the No Exit Cafe. The sassy, witty and often biting lyrics are delivered with style and verve in this intimate, cabaret style setting. This is terrific date night fare.
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Black Ensemble Theatre has mounted a fabulous new revue at the Black Orchid nightclub, an energetic, stirring toe-tapping tribute to the sixties soul singers. It is heartwarming to see teens paying homage to the wonderful talents of the classic era. Sixties soul never sounded better!
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Raven Theatre has the chutzpah to tackle the toughest shows that most theatre companies stay far away from. This stunning work shakes up audiences every time its performed. American Buffalo is a major triumph. Don’t miss this timeless classic.
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Profiles Theatre "FAT PIG" by Neil LaBute offers a snapshot of the influence of a person’s weight on relationships. This important contemporary play is a smart, telling drama that is a powerful and realistic look at discrimination in our body conscious society.
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American Theater Company’s "The Dark at the Top of the Stairs" by William Inge is a gem of a play. This brilliant production smoothly engages us from the start and never lets us go. This is among the finest shows of the season, don’t miss it.
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Gore Vidal's "The Best Man" is another tight exquisite Remy Bumppo Think Theatre production. Vidal’s play offers a cautionary tale on the nature of the human quest for power. This is one of the finest political plays and one of the best productions of the year.
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Director David Cromer’s tight and emotionally wrenching production is a showcase for some immense talents. Shattered Globe Theatre once more demonstrates why they are one of Chicago’s finest Equity theatre companies. This is a terrific play.
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One Theatre Company's "Lend me a Tenor" is a fun show that quickly engages us and takes us on a hilarious ride through old-time comedy. This rib-tickling comedy by Ken Ludwig is guaranteed to have audiences teary-eyed from laughing.
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Long Day’s Journey Into Night is a major achievement for The Gift Theatre Company. Eugene O’Neill would tip his hat to this production, it’s that good. It's a wonderful evening complete with beautiful language played marvelously in an intimate setting.
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