The Real Chicago

Top Menu

  • Home
  • E-newsletter
  • Contact

Main Menu

  • Home
  • The Big City Blog
  • General Features
  • Around Town
    • First Look – Reviews
    • Hidden Gems
    • Inside Scoop
  • Eat. Drink. Shop.
    • Good Eats
    • Signature Dishes
    • A Round of Drinks
    • Shop Around the Corner
  • The Local Angle
    • Chicago Insider
    • The Local Corner
    • My Chicago
  • Interviews
  • Forum
Sign in / Join

Login

Welcome! Login in to your account
Lost your password?

Lost Password

Back to login
  • Home
  • E-newsletter
  • Contact

logo

Header Banner

The Real Chicago

  • Home
  • The Big City Blog
  • General Features
  • Around Town
    • First Look – Reviews
    • Hidden Gems
    • Inside Scoop
  • Eat. Drink. Shop.
    • Good Eats
    • Signature Dishes
    • A Round of Drinks
    • Shop Around the Corner
  • The Local Angle
    • Chicago Insider
    • The Local Corner
    • My Chicago
  • Interviews
  • Forum
  • Chicago’s hidden gems: Kiss Kiss Cabaret, Unabridged Bookstore, Lulu Belle’s Pancake House and TNT at The Annoyance

  • New on the scene: Recapping recent restaurant and bar openings in Chicago

  • The Big City Blog: A Chicago summer bucket list

  • Outdoor drinking: A guide to some of our favorite beer gardens and rooftops in Chicago

  • A day at the museum: Exploring the iconic Field Museum in Chicago

Tag: Steppenwolf Theatre

Home›Posts Tagged "Steppenwolf Theatre"
  • First Look - Reviews
    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    October 18, 2018
    1538
    0

    First Look review: Steppenwolf’s “Downstate” is a thought-provoking story that challenges one of society’s most unwavering preconceptions

    Steppenwolf's "Downstate" does an excellent job of balancing perspectives and challenging preconceptions. ... It invites the audience to consider empathy for those who society extends it to least of all.
    Read More
  • First Look - Reviews
    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    February 26, 2017
    1250
    0

    First Look review: Steppenwolf’s “Monster” is an emotional performance that tackles the perceptions of African Americans in the judicial system

    Kryi’s character is a terrified teenager who exhibits both an everyday bravery and a confused innocence.
    Read More
  • First Look - Reviews
    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    February 23, 2017
    1079
    0

    First Look review: Steppenwolf’s “Straight White Men” is fun, full of heart, and uncomfortably thought provoking

    The strength of the ensemble made this show incredibly compelling to watch. From the beginning, I felt drawn in to go along for the ride.
    Read More
  • First Look - Reviews
    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    November 25, 2016
    1042
    0

    First Look review: Steppenwolf’s “The Fundamentals” provides a relatable look at the issues that come with moving up in the world

    The Fundamentals successfully portrays the ups and downs of the hotel industry through the satirical use of fundamental building blocks.
    Read More
  • The Big City Blog
    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    June 8, 2016
    1605
    0

    The Big City Blog: Steppenwolf’s Front Bar, “Saved by the Bell” pop-up diner, Ravenswood On Tap beer fest and Lollapalooza aftershows

    One of the most anticipated pop-up restaurants has arrived — Saved By The Max, a knockoff of the ’90s teen sitcom "Saved by the Bell."
    Read More
  • First Look - Reviews
    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    March 2, 2016
    1392
    0

    First Look review: Steppenwolf’s “The Flick” succeeds with quiet introspection and questions raised in relationship to film, art and life

    The Flick makes you and its characters openly question the blurring of life and the movies.
    Read More
  • First Look - Reviews
    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    December 19, 2015
    1182
    0

    First Look review: Steppenwolf’s “Domesticated” is a hilariously shrewd exploration of monotony, monogamy and gender

    First Look review: Steppenwolf's "Domesticated" is a hilariously shrewd exploration of monotony, monogamy and gender
    Read More
  • First Look - Reviews
    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    November 8, 2015
    1650
    0

    First Look review: Steppenwolf’s take on Orwell’s “1984” offers an intense vision of life under an oppressive government

    The performance is powerful and the visuals are intense, so prepare to be mentally tested
    Read More
  • Chicago Insider
    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    October 26, 2015
    1397
    0

    Chicago Insider: Loyanna Grierson on free activities, Wrigley tours and El Mariachi for go-to Mexican

    Chicago Insider: Loyanna Grierson on free activities, Wrigley tours and El Mariachi for go-to Mexican
    Read More
  • First Look - Reviews
    By TheRealChicagoOnline
    July 21, 2015
    1403
    0

    First Look review: Steppenwolf’s “Grand Concourse” is a smartly written look at the destructive nature of young people

    Heidi Schreck makes a strong case for why actors often make great playwrights. She knows what works and what doesn’t. The writing always nods to the direction you think it’s going, but manages to pivot onto the unbeaten path.
    Read More
Originally launched in 2006, The Real Chicago — as a glossy entertainment magazine, website and email newsletter — has consistently provided the very best insider information, features and reviews to help both tourists and active locals get the most out of exploring the greatest city on Earth.
© Copyright The Real Chicago. All rights reserved.