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First Folio Theatre (Mayslake Peabody Estate, 31st St. & Rt. 83) presents THE MADNESS OF EDGAR ALLAN POE: A LOVE STORY, an original play by Executive Director David Rice. This critically acclaimed production first premiered in 2006 and sold out the entire run. The riveting tale of life and death, love and heartbreak previews September 26, opens Saturday, September 29 at 8 p.m. and runs through November 4. THE MADNESS OF EDGAR ALLAN POE: A LOVE STORY is directed by Michael Goldberg (Twelfth Night, Much Ado About Nothing and A Midsummer Night's Dream at First Folio) and stars Christian Gray as 'Edgar Allan Poe' (A Moon for the Misbegotten at First Folio Theatre, A Christmas Carol at Drury Lane Theatre, and Richard II at Writers' Theatre).

First Folio Theatre (Mayslake Peabody Estate, 31st St. & Rt. 83) presents THE MADNESS OF EDGAR ALLAN POE: A LOVE STORY, an original play by Executive Director David Rice. This critically acclaimed production first premiered in 2006 and sold out the entire run. The riveting tale of life and death, love and heartbreak previews September 26, opens Saturday, September 29 at 8 p.m. and runs through November 4. THE MADNESS OF EDGAR ALLAN POE: A LOVE STORY is directed by Michael Goldberg (Twelfth Night, Much Ado About Nothing and A Midsummer Night's Dream at First Folio) and stars Christian Gray as 'Edgar Allan Poe' (A Moon for the Misbegotten at First Folio Theatre, A Christmas Carol at Drury Lane Theatre, and Richard II at Writers' Theatre).

The season begins with an the return of the acclaimed production THE MADNESS OF EDGAR ALLAN POE: A LOVE STORY, an original play by Executive Director David Rice, previewing September 26, opening September 29 and running through November 4, 2012.

First Folio Theatre (Mayslake Peabody Estate, 31st St. & Rt. 83), known for bringing high quality performances of Shakespeare and other classics to the Chicagoland stage, announces its 2012-2013 season.

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Three shows make a PR appearance at Sidetrack, ATC plans a 'Hair' re-do, 'Camelot,' 'Floyd Collins,' three new mainstage musicals, a reading, a benefit and more!

John Patrick Moore might finally be ready to sell the Jefferson Park house where his father was raised. Or he might not. Two real estate agents, his CPD partner, and a Polish-American waitress force him to face the road ahead

John Patrick Moore might finally be ready to sell the Jefferson Park house where his father was raised. Or he might not. Two real estate agents, his CPD partner, and a Polish-American waitress force him to face the road ahead

John Patrick Moore might finally be ready to sell the Jefferson Park house where his father was raised. Or he might not. Two real estate agents, his CPD partner, and a Polish-American waitress force him to face the road ahead

Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, presents the World premiere of Sense & Sensibility written and directed by Jon Jory, adapted from the novel by Jane Austen. Sense & Sensibility closes April 17.

Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, presents the World premiere of Sense & Sensibility written and directed by Jon Jory, adapted from the novel by Jane Austen. Sense & Sensibility runs March 10-April 17, 2011. The press opening is March 19, 2011.

Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, presents the World premiere of Sense & Sensibility written and directed by Jon Jory, adapted from the novel by Jane Austen. Sense & Sensibility runs March 10-April 17, 2011. The press opening is March 19, 2011.

Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, presents the world premiere of Sense & Sensibility written and directed by Jon Jory, adapted from the novel by Jane Austen. Sense & Sensibility runs March 10-April 17, 2011.

Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, presents the World premiere of Sense & Sensibility written and directed by Jon Jory, adapted from the novel by Jane Austen. Sense & Sensibility runs March 10-April 17, 2011. The press opening is March 19, 2011.

Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, presents the World premiere of Sense & Sensibility written and directed by Jon Jory, adapted from the novel by Jane Austen. Sense & Sensibility runs March 10-April 17, 2011. The press opening is March 19, 2011.

Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, presents the world premiere of Sense & Sensibility written and directed by Jon Jory, adapted from the novel by Jane Austen. Sense & Sensibility runs March 10-April 17, 2011.

In response to audience requests, First Folio is remounting its world premiere show, The Madness of Edgar Allan Poe: A Love Story.

In response to audience requests, First Folio is remounting its world premiere show, The Madness of Edgar Allan Poe: A Love Story.

In response to audience requests, First Folio is remounting its world premiere show, The Madness of Edgar Allan Poe: A Love Story. Adapted for the stage by David Rice and directed by Michael Goldberg, Madness... brings Poe's macabre and melancholic tales & poems to life as audience members move from room to room. Poe and his beloved wife Virginia guide the audience through historic Mayslake Hall, taking their guests from the garrets to the dungeons and deep into the madness of Edgar Allan Poe. Tickets are available online at www.firstfolio.org or by calling the box office at 630-986-8067.

In response to audience requests, First Folio is remounting its world premiere show, The Madness of Edgar Allan Poe: A Love Story. Adapted for the stage by David Rice and directed by Michael Goldberg, Madness... brings Poe's macabre and melancholic tales & poems to life as audience members move from room to room. Poe and his beloved wife Virginia guide the audience through historic Mayslake Hall, taking their guests from the garrets to the dungeons and deep into the madness of Edgar Allan Poe. Tickets are available online at www.firstfolio.org or by calling the box office at 630-986-8067.

Composer and Lyricist Jason Robert Brown is best known for his Tony Award winning score Parade as well as the musical revue Songs for a New World. However, one of his most powerful works and simply marvelous scores is the seldom performed The Last Five Years, currently being produced by One Theatre Company at the Athenaeum.