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Review: Absolute Hell (The Gift Theatre)

It’s a rare treat to see a true ensemble piece with strong character development and intelligent dialogue, and rarer to see one as superb as *Absolute Hell*. The Gift Theatre shoul... Read more

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ENO Makes BIG Splash with Mini Comp

If writing for opera sounds like something you’ve always wanted to try, but you never dreamed you’d have a chance to try it, you need to know about English National Opera’s (ENO)... Read more

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Review: Camino Real (Goodman Theatre)

With Rebecca Ringst’s gorgeous Babylon-in-Neon set , *Camino Real* looks stunning. Conventional it is not. If you’re looking for a three-act... Read more

The 13 March 2012 by Chicagotheaterbeat
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Recordings Review: Sail of the Century

Marek Janowski's new Der Fliegende Holländer. by Paul Pelkonen The legendary Flying Dutchman, as he appears on Spongebob Squarepants.Image © 1999 United Plankto... Read more

The 06 March 2012 by Superconductor
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Maurizio Pollini Cancels Concerts

Garrick Ohlsson, Louis Lortie, Maria João Pires to step in at Carnegie Hall. by Paul Pelkonen Maurizio Pollini lights up in London. Perhaps he heard about... Read more

The 29 March 2012 by Superconductor
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At the Statue of Venus: Talise Trevigne Looks for Love

When I was asked if I'd be interested in reviewing a CD with the tantalizing title At the Statue of Venus, my response was, approximately, "Would I! Read more

The 15 March 2012 by Singingscholar
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Review: The Giver (Adventure Stage Chicago)

The Giver Adapted by Eric Coble Based on novel by Lois Lowry Directed by Brian Bell at Vittum Theater, 1012 N. Noble (map) thru April 26 | tickets: $12-$20 |... Read more

The 27 March 2012 by Chicagotheaterbeat
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Confessions of a Mozart Addict

The great composer as drug of choice. by Paul Pelkonen Trust him. He's got what you need: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. OK. I admit it. I'm a Mozart addict. Read more

The 14 March 2012 by Superconductor
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Review: Fml: How Carson McCullers Saved My Life (Steppenwolf for Young Adults)

fml: how Carson McCullers saved my life Written by Sarah Gubbins Directed by Joanie Schultz at Steppenwolf Theatre, 1650 N. Halsted (map) thru March 18 |... Read more

The 08 March 2012 by Chicagotheaterbeat
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Review: The Cherry Orchard (Piccolo Theatre)

The Cherry Orchard Written by Anton Chekhov Directed by Zachary Davis Evanston Arts Depot, 600 Main St. (map) thru May 5 | tickets: $15-$25 | more info Check fo... Read more

The 20 March 2012 by Chicagotheaterbeat
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Escaping Corruption in The Duchess of Malfi

Eve Best as The Duchess of Malfi: Publicity image “A prince’s court Is like a common fountain, whence should flow Pure silver-drops in general. Read more

The 21 March 2012 by Periscope
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Review: Come Alive (Hubbard Street Dance Chicago)

Come Alive Choreographed by Alejandro Cerrudo, Sharon Eyal and Alonzo King at Harris Theater, 250 E. Randolph (map) thru March 18 | tickets: $25-$94 | more... Read more

The 17 March 2012 by Chicagotheaterbeat
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