The latest incarnation of the J. M. Barrie classic Peter Pan by Michael Lluberes entitled Peter Pan The Boy Who Hated Mothers, now onstage at the Blank Theatre Company, has stellar production values, including imaginative staging by prolific director Michael Matthews and a delightfully versatile cast of actors, but bottom line - what's the point of Lluberes' adaptation? Promoted as a dark retelling, for me, it isn't dark enough. What is different is having the woman's point of view - that of Mrs. Darling and female Captain Hook (captivating Trisha LaFache) with their diametrically opposed yet brooding feelings about children - take center spotlight. It may pique some interest but in the final analysis its purpose is rather unfulfilling. It's the innovative, workshop-like execution of the primary action that entertains.
The Blank Theatre presents Peter Pan: The Boy Who Hated Mothers by Michael Lluberes, directed by 2012 Ovation Award-winner Michael Matthews. Opening is tonight, April 27 at 8pm. The engagement will run through June 2.
The Blank Theatre has announced that casting is complete and rehearsals are underway for Peter Pan: The Boy Who Hated Mothers by Michael Lluberes, directed by 2012 Ovation Award-winner Michael Matthews. Previews begin tonight, April 20, and opening is Saturday, April 27 at 8pm. The engagement will run through June 2.
The Blank Theatre has announced that casting is complete and rehearsals are underway for Peter Pan: The Boy Who Hated Mothers by Michael Lluberes, directed by 2012 Ovation Award-winner Michael Matthews. Previews begin April 20, and opening is Saturday, April 27 at 8pm. The engagement will run through June 2.
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. The BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards winners and 1/9/13 Celebration, 'Mormon' and 'Les Miz' reaction, 'Oliver!' opens, 'Lucy' extends, StarKid goes sketch, our unofficial Lloyd Webber festival and more!
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Two national tours land here simultaneously, 'Pippin' goes to India, plus openings at Court Theatre, Marriott Theatre and Drury Lane Theatre, Theo Ubique goes rep again, and more, including the 'Mormon' cast!
THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, will launch its Second National Tour next month in Chicago, with Nic Rouleau, direct from the Broadway company, starring in the role of Elder Price. Ben Platt will star opposite Rouleau as Elder Cunningham.
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the actors after their opening night, April 19, performance of HAIRSPRAY, which recently opened at the Drury Lane Theatre in Chicago. Check out the video below!
HAIRSPRAY, the Tony Award-winning musical, opens tonight at Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane, and runs through June 17, 2012. Check out production photos of the cast below!
HAIRSPRAY, the Tony Award-winning musical, will be presented at Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane, previewing April 12, opening April 19, and running through June 17, 2012.
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to New York. The latest on the big musicals in Aurora, Oakbrook, Munster and Lincolnshire, two retro-60s jukebox shows, season announcements from Porchlight, Boho, Chicago Shakes and Court, plus the Light Opera Works gala!
HAIRSPRAY, the Tony Award-winning musical, will be presented at Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane, previewing April 12, opening April 19, and running through June 17, 2012.
First Stage kicks off its 25th anniversary season as SEUSSICALTM returns to the Todd Wehr Theater, 929 N. Water Street, downtown Milwaukee, from September 16 - October 16, 2011.
First Stage kicks off its 25th anniversary season as SEUSSICALTM returns to the Todd Wehr Theater, 929 N. Water Street, downtown Milwaukee, from September 16 - October 16, 2011.
First Stage kicks off its 25th anniversary season as SEUSSICALTM returns to the Todd Wehr Theater, 929 N. Water Street, downtown Milwaukee, from September 16 - October 16, 2011.
Drury Lane Theatre for Young Adults, 100 Drury Lane, presents the beloved children's classic CHARLOTTE'S WEB from April 6 through May 28, 2011. The production is Directed by Drury Lane Theatre Artistic Director William Osetek and Choreographed by Jeff Award winner Tammy Mader (Drury Lane Theatre's Thoroughly Modern Millie and My One and Only), with Musical Direction by Jeff Award winner Roberta Duchak (Drury Lane Theatre's Ragtime.)
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Gavin Creel tonight!, plus Matthew Morrison, the 'Chicago Sings' fundraiser, cabaret shows at Davenport's, 'Charlotte's Web,' dueling 'Secret Gardens,' dueling 'Brigadoons' and more....
Drury Lane Theatre for Young Adults, 100 Drury Lane, presents the beloved children's classic CHARLOTTE'S WEB from April 6 through May 28, 2011. The production is Directed and Choreographed by Jeff Award winner Tammy Mader (Drury Lane Theatre's Thoroughly Modern Millie and My One and Only), with Musical Direction by Jeff Award winner Roberta Duchak (Drury Lane Theatre's Ragtime.)
