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Profiles' Darrell W. Cox Responds To On-Stage Abuse Allegations After Theatre Shuts Down
by Michael Dale - Jun 16, 2016

The actor denies claims he regularly attacked actors during violent scenes during run of KILLER JOE.

Chicago's Profiles Theatre Shutting Down For Good After Abuse Accusations
by Michael Dale - Jun 15, 2016

The company posted a notice on its website announcing its closure is 'effective immediately.'

Jeff Awards Will Address Petition To Revoke Darrell W. Cox's 2010 KILLER JOE Honor
by Michael Dale - Jun 13, 2016

A recent article quotes company members saying the actor was physically abusive during violent scenes.

Actors/Crew Speak Up On Actual Violence in Profiles Theatre's 2010 KILLER JOE
by Michael Dale - Jun 8, 2016

Company members of the non-Equity production felt they could not complain about the onstage danger because the show was a critical and popular hit.

THE CASUALS, LIVING NEWSPAPERS FESTIVAL and More Set for Jackalope Theatre's Summer 2013 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jul 11, 2013

Jackalope Theatre Company, the Edgewater based group which cultivates theatre that manifests the adventure deeply rooted in the American mythos, announces their new storefront home - The Frontier, new company members, and their lineup of summer programming, including the world premiere of THE CASUALS, a remount of LONG WAY GO DOWN and the 4th ANNUAL LIVING NEWSPAPERS FESTIVAL.

Photo Flash: Jackalope Theatre's THE CASUALS, Now Playing Through 7/28
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 9, 2013

Jackalope Theatre Company, in association with the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, is pleased to present the world premiere of THE CASUALS, co-written by Chance Bone and Andrew Burden Swanson and directed by Jonathan Berry, now playing through July 28, 2013 at The Storefront Theater, 66 E. Randolph St. in Chicago. Tickets are available at jackalopetheatre.org/tickets or by calling (773) 340-2543. Check out a first look below!

Jackalope Theatre Debuts THE CASUALS at Storefront Theater Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 7, 2013

Jackalope Theatre Company, in association with the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, presents the world premiere of THE CASUALS, co-written by Chance Bone and Andrew Swanson and directed by Jonathan Berry, playing tonight, July 7 - 28, 2013 at The Storefront Theater.

Jackalope Theatre to Debut THE CASUALS at Storefront Theater, 6/7
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2013

Jackalope Theatre Company, in association with the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, presents the world premiere of THE CASUALS, co-written by Chance Bone and Andrew Swanson and directed by Jonathan Berry, playing July 7 - 28, 2013 at The Storefront Theater.

THE CASUALS, LIVING NEWSPAPERS FESTIVAL and More Set for Jackalope Theatre's Summer 2013 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2013

Jackalope Theatre Company, the Edgewater based group which cultivates theatre that manifests the adventure deeply rooted in the American mythos, announces their new storefront home - The Frontier, new company members, and their lineup of summer programming, including the world premiere of THE CASUALS, a remount of LONG WAY GO DOWN and the 4th ANNUAL LIVING NEWSPAPERS FESTIVAL.

WOMEN ARE CRAZY Moves To Victory Garden's Biograph Theater
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 29, 2011

Cyur Studios has announced the hit comedy Women are Crazy Because Men are A**holes is moving to the Richard Christiansen Theater in Victory Gardens Biograph Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Ave, and extending its run to November 6.

WOMEN ARE CRAZY BECAUSE MEN ARE A**HOLES Returns To Chicago 9/1-25
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2011

Cyur Studios has announced the return of their hit comedy Women are Crazy Because Men are A**holes, September 1 - 25, at the Greenhouse Theater Center's downstairs main stage theater, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave.

WOMEN ARE CRAZY BECAUSE MEN ARE A**HOLES Returns To Chicago 9/1-25
by BWW News Desk - Sep 1, 2011

Cyur Studios has announced the return of their hit comedy Women are Crazy Because Men are A**holes, September 1 - 25, at the Greenhouse Theater Center's downstairs main stage theater, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave.

WOMEN ARE CRAZY BECAUSE MEN ARE A**HOLES Returns To Chicago 9/1-25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 29, 2011

Cyur Studios has announced the return of their hit comedy Women are Crazy Because Men are A**holes, September 1 - 25, at the Greenhouse Theater Center's downstairs main stage theater, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave.

WOMEN ARE CRAZY BECAUSE MEN ARE A**HOLES Returns To Chicago 9/1-25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 16, 2011

Cyur Studios has announced the return of their hit comedy Women are Crazy Because Men are A**holes, September 1 - 25, at the Greenhouse Theater Center's downstairs main stage theater, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave.

Profiles Theatre's REASONS TO BE PRETTY Closes 4/10
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2011

Profiles Theatre announces the extension of reasons to be pretty by Neil LaBute, directed by Steppenwolf ensemble member Rick Snyder. Due to box office demand, the production will now close on April 10.

Profiles Theatre Presents reasons to be pretty, Closes 3/13
by BWW News Desk - Mar 13, 2011

In reasons to be pretty, Greg's tight-knit social circle is thrown into turmoil when his offhand remarks about a female coworker's pretty face and his own girlfriend Steph's lack thereof get back to Steph. But that's just the beginning.

Profiles Theatre Extends REASONS TO BE PRETTY Through 4/10
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 3, 2011

Profiles Theatre announces the extension of reasons to be pretty by Neil LaBute, directed by Steppenwolf ensemble member Rick Snyder. Due to box office demand, the production will extend by four weeks, through April 10.

Profiles Theatre Presents reasons to be pretty, 1/27
by BWW News Desk - Jan 27, 2011

In reasons to be pretty, Greg's tight-knit social circle is thrown into turmoil when his offhand remarks about a female coworker's pretty face and his own girlfriend Steph's lack thereof get back to Steph. But that's just the beginning.

Profiles Theatre Presents reasons to be pretty, Previews 1/21
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 21, 2011

Profiles Theatre continues its 2010-2011 Season with reasons to be pretty by Neil LaBute, directed by Steppenwolf ensemble member Rick Snyder.

Profiles Theatre Presents reasons to be pretty, Previews 1/21
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2011

In reasons to be pretty, Greg's tight-knit social circle is thrown into turmoil when his offhand remarks about a female coworker's pretty face and his own girlfriend Steph's lack thereof get back to Steph. But that's just the beginning.

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