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Tickets on sale for  Christina Anderson’s “The Ripple, The Wave That Carried me home” performance

Posted on November 17, 2022November 17, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Tickets on sale for  Christina Anderson’s “The Ripple, The Wave That Carried me home” performance
Tickets on sale for  Christina Anderson’s “The Ripple, The Wave That Carried me home” performance

Tickets on sale for  Christina Anderson’s “The Ripple, The Wave That Carried me home” performance BRIANNA BUCKLEY, CHRISTIANA CLARK, RONALD L. CONNER AND ANEISA J. HICKS CAST IN CHRISTINA ANDERSON’S THE RIPPLE, THE WAVE THAT CARRIED ME HOME, JANUARY 13 – FEBRUARY 12, 2023, IN THE OWEN THEATRE. TICKETS GO ON SALE FRIDAY NOVEMBER 18…

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Goodman Theater hosts 44th annual A Christmas Carol Nov. 20 – Dec. 31

Posted on November 2, 2021November 2, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Goodman Theater hosts 44th annual A Christmas Carol Nov. 20 – Dec. 31
Goodman Theater hosts 44th annual A Christmas Carol Nov. 20 – Dec. 31

Goodman Theater hosts 44th annual A Christmas Carol Nov. 20 – Dec. 31 THE GOODMAN’S 44TH ANNUAL A CHRISTMAS CAROL RETURNS TO ITS DOWNTOWN HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS WITH A CAST OF 30 DIRECTED BY JESSICA THEBUS, NOVEMBER 20 – DECEMBER 31. LARRY YANDO STARS AS EBENEZER SCROOGE FOR HIS 14TH YEAR AND FEATURING ALLEN GILMORE…

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Paramount Theater resumes live performance August 18, 2021

Posted on May 17, 2021May 17, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Paramount Theater resumes live performance August 18, 2021

Paramount Theater resumes live performance August 18, 2021 First live performance will be the performance “Kiny Boots” Nearly 14 months after dimming its lights, Aurora’s Paramount Theatre announced today it plans to welcome audiences back for live performances in August with Chicago’s first regional production of Kinky Boots. “It’s my great pleasure to say: We…

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Casting announced for “Future Labs” reading of Layalina at Goodman Theater

Posted on January 27, 2021January 27, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Casting announced for “Future Labs” reading of Layalina at Goodman Theater
Casting announced for “Future Labs” reading of Layalina at Goodman Theater

Casting announced for “Future Labs” reading of Layalina at Goodman Theater Casting announced for the January 30, “Future Labs” reading of Layalina by Martin Yousif Zebari, directed by Azar Kazemi. The Goodman’s first streaming effort of 2021 is near capacity Goodman Theatre announces the full cast for the FREE live reading of Layalina, January 30…

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Review: I’m Not a Comedian … I’m Lenny Bruce

Posted on February 19, 2020February 19, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Review: I’m Not a Comedian … I’m Lenny Bruce
Review: I’m Not a Comedian … I’m  Lenny Bruce

Review: I’m Not a Comedian … I’m Lenny Bruce Lenny Bruce may be a name many people today don’t know but they should know him because his critical thinking is still very refreshing and relevant to today’s world. He was a satirist and standup comedian who got into trouble over the use of banned swear…

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“Unnecessary Farce” to bring laughter to Cicero audiences

Posted on February 5, 2020February 5, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on “Unnecessary Farce” to bring laughter to Cicero audiences
“Unnecessary Farce” to bring laughter to Cicero audiences

“Unnecessary Farce” to bring laughter to Cicero audiences The comedy “Unnecessary Farce” is one of the first performances in what will be a revitalized arts schedule at Jedlicka Performing Arts Center at Morton College in Cicero, a comedy about nefarious small-town shenanigans “Unnecessary Farce,” a comedy about nefarious small-town shenanigans, will kick off a new…

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Replay Lincoln Parkfeatures three”pop-ups” performances

Posted on November 7, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Replay Lincoln Parkfeatures three”pop-ups” performances
Replay Lincoln Parkfeatures three”pop-ups” performances

Replay Lincoln Parkfeatures three”pop-ups” performances Catering to a wide variety of audiences, Replay Lincoln Park will host three distinct, concurrent pop-ups throughout the month Looking to create three spaces of unique fun for Chicagoans and visitors, alike, Replay Lincoln Park, 2833 N. Sheffield Ave. will host various pop-ups beginning Thursday, November 7 and lasting throughout…

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“Miracle” Hit Musical extended through September 29

Posted on August 21, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on “Miracle” Hit Musical extended through September 29
“Miracle” Hit Musical extended through September 29

“Miracle” Hit Musical extended through September 29 The hit play “Miracle” celebrates 108th performance on August 30 with special event. From complimentary Chicago-style hot dogs to over-the-top giveaways, MIRACLE is rolling out all the stops to celebrate this milestone for the production. In honor of the 108 years it took the Chicago Cubs to win the…

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New Cubs inspired musical “Miracle” rolls out weekly events and special offiers

Posted on June 18, 2019June 18, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on New Cubs inspired musical “Miracle” rolls out weekly events and special offiers
New Cubs inspired musical “Miracle” rolls out weekly events and special offiers

New Cubs inspired musical “Miracle” rolls out weekly events and special offiers From participating in Chicago Cubs Trivia Night to scoring a Family Four Pack deal, sports and theatre fans of all ages can now enjoy unique weekly programming at this hit production. MIRACLE, the hit Chicago musical set against the backdrop of the Chicago…

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Danztheatre Ensemble presents “Getting Old Sucks”

Posted on January 7, 2019January 7, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Danztheatre Ensemble presents “Getting Old Sucks”
Danztheatre Ensemble presents “Getting Old Sucks”

Danztheatre Ensemble presents “Getting Old Sucks” Getting Old Sucks is a Danztheatre work exploring the universality of aging through individual experiences. Getting Old Sucks runs Fridays and Saturdays, 8pm, and Sundays, 3pm, February 22 through March 3, 2019 at Ebenezer Lutheran Church (1650 W. Foster Ave., Chicago). What does aging mean to you?: Getting Old Sucks,…

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Steppenwolf Theater announcers premier of “The Children”

Posted on January 7, 2019January 7, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Steppenwolf Theater announcers premier of “The Children”
Steppenwolf Theater announcers premier of “The Children”

Steppenwolf Theater announcers premier of “The Children” Steppenwolf Theatre Company presents the Chicago premiere of The Children written by Lucy Kirkwood and helmed by celebrated Chicago director Jonathan Berry. The cast includes previously announced ensemble members Ora Jones (Rose) and Yasen Peyankov (Robin), with acclaimed actress Janet Ulrich Brooks (Hazel) rounding out the cast. Following…

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Royal George Theater presents the magic of the Rozenkranz Mysteries

Posted on March 7, 2018March 7, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Royal George Theater presents the magic of the Rozenkranz Mysteries
Royal George Theater presents the magic of the Rozenkranz Mysteries

Royal George Theater presents the magic of the Rozenkranz Mysteries Due to Popular Demand, Dr. Ricardo Rosenkranz Returns on March 27 to the Royal George Theatre in The Rosenkranz Mysteries: Physician Magician A premier evening of theatrical magic sprinkled with thought provoking ideas, Dr. Rosenkranz brings back his popular 2016 production, now enhanced with several all-new illusions….

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