Monthly Archives: April 2014
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First Look review: Eclipse Theatre’s big-hearted ‘Ruined’ takes aim at the toll war takes on women of the Congo
Pulitzer Prize-winning 'Ruined' seamlessly blends raw emotion from war-time injustices with surprising humor and wonderful music -
The Local Corner: Exploring the Broadway and Wellington intersection in Chicago’s East Lakeview neighborhood
The Local Corner: Exploring the Broadway and Wellington intersection in Chicago’s East Lakeview neighborhood -
First Look review: Second City’s “Game Night” is a hilariously off-the-cuff take on classic game shows
By Amanda Parker Playing at: UP Comedy Club, 230 W. North Ave. www.UpComedyClub.com When: Wednesdays at 8 p.m., currently on an open run. Basic storyline: This isn’t your normal improv show. In Game Night, Second City cast members are contestants on their own versions of classic game shows. It’s totally unscripted, and every segment of ... -
The Big City Blog: Packing House opens, Untitled’s American Whiskey Affair, CIMMfest schedule and more
The Big City Blog: Packing House opens, Untitled's American Whiskey Affair, CIMMfest schedule and more -
First Look review: Steppenwolf’s ‘The Way West’ is a quirky, heartfelt look at the ever-diminishing idea of the American Dream
First Look review: Steppenwolf’s 'The Way West' is a quirky, heartfelt look at the ever-diminishing idea of the American Dream -
Shop Around the Corner: Feel like a kid again at Timeless Toys in Lincoln Square
Shop Around the Corner: Feel like a kid again at Timeless Toys in Lincoln Square