Barbara E. Robertson News

Review: BILLY ELLIOT at Paramount Theatre Aurora IL

by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel — February 19, 2024

That was my feeling after seeing this new production of Billy Elliot at the Paramount Theatre.

Review: THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR at Laguna Playhouse

by Amanda Callas — October 26, 2023

The Angel Next Door is a glittering, effervescent hit romantic comedy by Paul Slade Smith at the historic Laguna Playhouse.

Photos: First Look at THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR at Laguna Playhouse

by Stephi Wild — October 20, 2023

LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE presents the third show of its 2023-2024 season, a transfer of the world premiere production from North Coast Rep of the irresistible comedy, THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR.

Laguna Playhouse Presents World Premiere Transfer Production Of THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR By Paul Slade Smith

by A.A. Cristi — September 28, 2023

LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE will present the third show of its 2023-2024 season, a transfer of the world premiere production from North Coast Rep of the irresistible comedy, THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR, written by Paul Slade Smith, adapted from Play at the Castle by Ferenc Molnár, and directed by Laguna Playhous

Review: THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR at North Coast Repertory

by Evan Henerson — September 19, 2023

Two of Smith’s previous plays have been mounted at the Solana Beach company, and the company commissioned Smith to create a new work to kick off NCR’s 42nd season.

Review: THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR at North Coast Repertory Theatre

by ErinMarie Reiter — September 16, 2023

THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR, the world premiere comedy now playing at North Coast Repertory Theatre through October 8th is like an angel food cake; light, fluffy, and leaves you feeling like you had a sweet treat at the end.

North Coast Repertory Theatre to Present THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR Beginning in September

by Blair Ingenthron — August 20, 2023

Capturing the sheer joy, sophistication, and wit of 1940s screwball comedies, playwright Paul Slade Smith (The Outsider; Unnecessary Farce) has brilliantly adapted Ferenc Molnár's classic farce, Play at the Castle.

Steppenwolf, SIX, and More Take Home Equity Jeff Awards; Full List!

by Stephi Wild — October 22, 2019

The 51st Annual Jeff Awards Ceremony took place on October 21, 2019, during a spirited evening at Drury Lane Oakbrook.

Broadway-Bound SIX & More Earn Nominations For The 51st Annual Jeff Awards

by Stephi Wild — September 3, 2019

Eleven world premiere plays and musicals seen first by Chicago audiences were among those receiving nominations by the Jeff Awards, announced today.

Photo Flash: First Look at Firebrand Theatre's QUEEN OF THE MIST

by Julie Musbach — May 30, 2019

Firebrand Theatre presents the Chicago premiere of QUEEN OF THE MIST, based on the sensational true story of Anna (Annie) Edson Taylor, the first woman to go over Niagara Falls.

Firebrand Theatre Presents QUEEN OF THE MIST

by Stephi Wild — April 30, 2019

Firebrand Theatre will present the Chicago premiere of QUEEN OF THE MIST, based on the sensational true story of Anna (Annie) Edson Taylor, the first woman to go over Niagara Falls.

Firebrand Theatre's QUEEN OF THE MIST Begins May 25

by Julie Musbach — February 25, 2019

Firebrand Theatre presents the Chicago premiere of QUEEN OF THE MIST, based on the sensational true story of Anna (Annie) Edson Taylor, the first woman to go over Niagara Falls.

BWW Review: A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2 at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

by Rachel Weinberg — February 11, 2019

A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2, now in its world premiere at Steppenwolf, explores the gap between society's expectations for the central character Nora and how she perceives herself.

Photo Flash: First Look at Steppenwolf's A DOLL'S HOUSE PART 2

by Julie Musbach — February 5, 2019

Now playing in Steppenwolf's Downstairs Theatre is the Chicago premiere production of A Doll's House, Part 2 by Lucas Hnath, helmed by celebrated director Robin Witt and featuring ensemble members Celeste M.

Full Casting Announced For Firebrand Theatre's QUEEN OF THE MIST

by A.A. Cristi — January 18, 2019

Firebrand Theatre is pleased to announce full casting for its Chicago premiere of QUEEN OF THE MIST featuring book, music and lyrics by Michael John LaChiusa (The Wild Party, Marie Christine), direction by Elizabeth Margolius and music direction by Charlotte Rivard-Hoster.