Robert Reddrick News

Photo Flash: CHICAGO SINGS THE BEST OF MOTOWN Raises Record Funds for Porchlight Music Theatre

by BWW News Desk — August 26, 2015

Porchlight Music Theatre launched its 21st season with CHICAGO SINGS THE BEST OF MOTOWN, Monday, Aug.

Sandra Oh and Andre De Shields Among Lineup for Victory Gardens' 2015 IGNITION Festival, Beginning Today

by BWW News Desk — July 16, 2015

Victory Gardens Theater recently announced the cast of its 2015 IGNITION Festival of New Plays, including GREY'S ANATOMY star Sandra Oh and Broadway legend Andre De Shields.

Photo Flash: First Look at Black Ensemble's THE TRIAL OF MOSES FLEETWOOD WALKER

by BWW News Desk — February 15, 2015

The Trial of Moses Fleetwood Walker, written by Ervin Gardner, is produced and directed by Jackie Taylor with music composed by Taylor, and music director & arranger Robert Reddrick, at the Black Ensemble Theater Cultural Center, 4450 N.

Black Ensemble Sets Cast of THE TRIAL OF MOSES FLEETWOOD WALKER, Beginning Next Month

by Tyler Peterson — January 16, 2015

Black Ensemble Theater Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor presents the World Premiere non-singing musical drama The Trial of Moses Fleetwood Walker, written by Ervin Gardner, produced and directed by Jackie Taylor and featuring live musicians and 22 actors.

Black Ensemble Theater Extends Etta James Tribute AT LAST

by Anna Bencivengo — November 21, 2014

Black Ensemble Theater Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor announces the two-week extension of its wildly popular production, At Last: A Tribute to Etta James written and directed by Jackie Taylor and co-directed by Daryl D.

2014 Jeff Awards Set for Tonight in Chicago; Goodman & Drury Lane Lead Nominations

by BWW News Desk — October 13, 2014

The 46th Annual Jeff Awards ceremony honoring excellence in professional theatre produced within the immediate Chicago area is tonight, October 13 at Drury Lane Oakbrook, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for October 8th, 2014

by Paul W. Thompson — October 8, 2014

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway.

TV: First Look at Highlights of Black Ensemble Theater's AT LAST: A TRIBUTE TO ETTA JAMES

by Christina Mancuso — October 7, 2014

Black Ensemble Theater Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor announces the return of the Black Ensemble classic At Last: A Tribute to Etta James written and directed by Jackie Taylor and co-directed by Daryl D.

Photo Flash: AT LAST: A TRIBUTE TO ETTA JAMES

by Sally Henry Fuller — October 5, 2014

Black Ensemble Theatre Presents At Last: a Tribute to Etta James, through Dec.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for August 27th, 2014

by Paul W. Thompson — August 27, 2014

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway.

Goodman Theatre and Drury Lane Productions Lead 2014 Jeff Awards Nominations; Full List!

by Tyler Peterson — August 21, 2014

Chicago actress, TV and film star Jane Lynch did the honor today of announcing the nominees for the 2013-2014 Equity Jeff Awards.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for August 13th, 2014

by Paul W. Thompson — August 13, 2014

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway.

Black Ensemble Theater to Host BREAKING ALL THE RULES Concert, 7/31

by Tyler Peterson — July 29, 2014

Black Ensemble Theater Founder and Executive Director Jackie Taylor announces a special one night-only concert, Breaking All The Rules, starring the Black Ensemble musicians.

TV: First Look at Highlights of Black Ensemble's THE STORY OF THE MARVELETTES

by Christina Mancuso — July 24, 2014

The World Premiere of The Story of The Marvelettes, Written by Reginald Williams, Directed by Rueben D.

Photo Flash: Black Ensemble Theater Presents THE MARVELOUS MARVELETTES, Now Through 9/7

by Courtnie Mele — July 20, 2014

Black Ensemble Theater Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor announces the world premiere musical The Marvelous Marvelettes directed by Black Ensemble Associate Director Rueben D.

Black Ensemble Theater Presents THE STORY OF THE MARVELETTES, Now thru 9/7

by BWW News Desk — July 18, 2014

Black Ensemble Theater Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor announces the world premiere musical The Story of The Marvelettes directed by Black Ensemble Associate Director Rueben D.

Black Ensemble Theatre Presents THE STORY OF THE MARVELETTES, 7/18-9/7

by Courtnie Mele — June 30, 2014

Black Ensemble Theater Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor announces the world premiere musical The Story of The Marvelettes directed by Black Ensemble Associate Director Rueben D.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for June 25, 2014

by Paul W. Thompson — June 25, 2014

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway.

Black Ensemble Theater to Present THE STORY OF THE MARVELETTES, 7/18-9/7

by Tyler Peterson — June 13, 2014

Black Ensemble Theater Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor announces the world premiere musical The Story of The Marvelettes directed by Black Ensemble Associate Director Rueben D.

TV: First Look at Highlights of Black Ensemble Theater's ONE HIT WONDERS

by Christina Mancuso — May 23, 2014

Black Ensemble Theater Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor announces the world premiere musical One Hit Wonders by Black Ensemble Theater Associate Director Rueben D.