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Archives for May 2014

Writers’ world premiere pays homage to ‘Days Like Today’

May 23, 2014

By Barry Reszel Today is the operative word in Writers Theatre’s world premiere of the modern relationship musical, Days Like Today. Based on the plays of Charles L. Mee, Laura Eason’s book, punctuated by Alan Schmuckler’s poignant lyrics and memorable song, could well be called, Today’s Normal. Which is to say, if this generation’s claim

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Harris and Mazner announce new Cole Theatre

May 20, 2014

Chicago actors Boyd Harris and Layne Manzer announce the founding of Cole Theatre, working under an Equity contract with non-profit status. With the tagline “victory of the people” as its battle cry, Cole Theatre is an arena for underused and under-sung artists to rise up and be seen louder and clearer. The name “Cole” is

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Theo Ubique announces next season

May 20, 2014

Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre Artistic Director Fred Anzevino  announces the company’s 2014-15 season will include two Anzevino-directed musicals and two cabarets saluting great–and very different–musical theater songwriters. The company’s music directors – Jeremy Ramey and Aaron Benham – will be back, providing musical direction for two shows each. The season’s opener in September will be a

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Paramount is Jeff eligible in 2014-15

May 18, 2014

The Aurora’s Paramount Theatre confirmed this winter its 2014-2015 Broadway musical series productions will be eligible for consideration for Equity Jeff Awards/Large Tier theaters. “As you can imagine I am overwhelmed, proud and grateful for the honor of Paramount Theatre now being recognized among Chicago’s best. An honor earned by the dedication of our artists, technicians and

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Black Ensemble Theatre announces complete 2014 lineup

May 16, 2014

Black Ensemble Theater Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor announced the remainder of Black Ensemble’s 2014 lineup, including One Hit Wonders (May 21 to June 29) by Black Ensemble Theater Associate Director Rueben D. Echoles in collaboration with Dawn Bless, directed by Black Ensemble Associate Director Daryl D. Brooks; The Story of the Marvelettes (July 20

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