Frank Ferrante

Frank Ferrante's THE CAESAR Will Return to the Bay Area at Vau de Vire Society's The Soiled Dove
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2025

Actor/comedian Frank Ferrante's iconic creation ‘The Caesar' will return to the Bay Area playing at Vau de Vire Society's “The Soiled Dove.' Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!

Review: THE SOILED DOVE at Radium Runway, Alameda Point
by Linda Hodges - Sep 14, 2025

Imagine the opposite of Dorothy's dull house landing in the tehnicolor world of Oz, and you'll have an idea of what Vau de Vire Presents The Soiled Dove is like!

Photos: The Hollywood Museum Opens Marx Brothers Exhibit LEGENDS OF LAUGHTER
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2025

The Hollywood Museum has unveiled a new, one-of-a-kind exhibit honoring the legendary Marx Brothers. Titled “Legends of Laughter: The Marx Brothers,” the expansive showcase offers fans an unprecedented glimpse into the lives and careers of Groucho, Harpo, Chico, Zeppo, and Gummo Marx, featuring original and screen-used costumes, props, family photographs, memorabilia, and rare artwork. See photos from the opening celebration.

Frank Ferrante to Celebrate 40th Year Portraying Groucho Marx at Teatro ZinZanni
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2025

Laurence Olivier nominated actor, Frank Ferrante, will mark his 40th consecutive year in the role of comedy legend Groucho Marx with a staged performance of An Evening With Groucho at Chicago‘s Teatro ZinZanni.

Review: HEXEN, AN ANCESTRAL WITCH PLAY at The El Portal Theatre
by Valerie-Jean Miller - Dec 18, 2024

Thru an intricately woven saga spanning many eras of time, the Star of HEXEN, An Ancestial Witch Play, Dreya Weber, an actress, singer, dancer, writer, lyricist, director and aerial artist, takes us on a magical, mystical series of events beginning many centuries ago with three of her ancestors she came to know as Hildegard (1580-1658), Hypatta (370-415 AD) and Cherry Rose Susanna (1889-1953). Her knowledge of these three was obtained through her mother’s research into their family’s mattrilinial lineage. As her strength, energy, skill, and lightness of being embody each character from her distant past, we come to know their ties to Dreya, through the many creative, explorative scenarios presented.

Photos: AN EVENING WITH GROUCHO at the Wick
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2024

The Wick Theatre is now presenting An Evening with Groucho as the 11th season-opening production. This hilarious and fast-paced one-man show stars the award-winning actor Frank Ferrante and will run through November 3rd, 2024.  Check out all new photos here!

Cast Set For CAESAR'S CIRCUS at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2024

“Caesar’s Circus,” an all-new show starring one of Chicago’s most beloved performers, Frank Ferrante, announces its full cast that includes a diverse array of performers from a variety of locales specializing in juggling, contortionism, singing, aerial acrobatics, clowning and more.

Full Cast Set for CAESAR'S CIRCUS Starring Frank Ferrante at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2024

“Caesar’s Circus,” an all-new show starring one of Chicago’s most beloved performers, Frank Ferrante, revealed its full cast at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts.

Frank Ferrante To Star In All-New Show CAESAR'S CIRCUS Debuting At Skokie's North Shore Center
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2024

Frank Ferrante will star in the all-new show CAESAR'S CIRCUS, promising a unique blend of comedy and circus performances.

Dreya Weber to Debut Solo Play HEXEN at the El Portal Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 12, 2024

Dreya Weber debuts her solo play HEXEN in Los Angeles, exploring themes of witchcraft and empowerment through a captivating performance.

Lineup Revealed For 2024 Marxfest
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2024

The lineup has been revealed for the 2024 edition of Marxfest, the comedy festival taking place in New York City this May, celebrating the Marx Brothers. The festival kicks off on May 17, and continues through May 26.

Video: Get A First Look at GROUCHO: A LIFE IN REVUE at Walnut Street Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Feb 26, 2024

Get a first look at an all-new trailer for GROUCHO:  A LIFE IN REVUE is now playing at Walnut Street Theatre.

Groucho's Grandson to Attend GROUCHO at Historic Walnut Street Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 25, 2024

Don't miss GROUCHO'S GRANDSON at 'Groucho' in Philadelphia's historic Walnut Street Theatre on March 2. Celebrate the Marx Brothers' legacy with a special performance.

Photos: First Look at GROUCHO: A LIFE IN REVUE at Walnut Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2024

GROUCHO:  A LIFE IN REVUE is now playing at Walnut Street Theatre. Check out all new photos here!

Steven Brinberg is SIMPLY BARBRA at Walnut Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2024

Award-winning actor Steven Brinberg makes his return to Walnut Street Theatre after 4 previously sold-out appearances with his acclaimed homage to Barbra Streisand. 

Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Marx Brothers at Walnut Street Theatre with GROUCHO: A LIFE IN REVUE
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2024

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of The Marx Brothers' historic three-month run at the Walnut with this hilarious and moving tribute to 'The Kings of Comedy.'

Frank Ferrante to Star in AN EVENING WITH GROUCHO at Laguna Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 21, 2023

LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE will present Frank Ferrante starring in his critically acclaimed one-man show, AN EVENING WITH GROUCHO.

Frank Ferrante Extends Run In Chicago's CABARET ZAZOU; Dates Announced For 2023-24 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2023

Actor/comedian and London Olivier nominee Frank Ferrante who plays the comic lead in Chicago's critically acclaimed cirque/cabaret sensation, Cabaret ZaZou, will extend beyond his contracted spring commitment and continue through summer.

Cabaret Zazou Celebrates Their 100th Chicago Performance
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2023

On Wednesday, January 11th, Cabaret ZaZou will be performing their 100th show in Chicago. The immersive variety dinner show, which plays to sold-out houses, continues to delight audience members in a vintage Belgian Spiegeltent on the 14th floor of the Cambria Hotel in the heart of Chicago’s Theatre District.

Frank Ferrante's GROUCHO Returns To Chicago This Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2022

Actor/comedian Frank Ferrante returns to his internationally heralded stage performance for one night only in FRANK FERRANTE’S GROUCHO on Tuesday, November 22 at 7:00 p.m. at  Cabaret ZaZou, located on the 14th floor of the Cambria Hotel Chicago Loop (32 W. Randolph Street).