Elgin Theatre revives timeless ‘M*A*S*H’
In between the tragedy and sorrow of the Korean War, there had to be moments of levity in order to cope. Medics in the Mobile Army Surgical Hospital would see...
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10 to see and do in 2016
Been counting the days until the next visit with the Crawleys and their servants? Wondering if Lady Edith will find true love? Or if Anna and Bates will finally get...
Steel Beam’s annual ‘Sing Along with Santa’ welcomes all kids
Ever wonder how elves get to be Santa's helpers? Find out during "Santa's Elf Academy," part of the annual "Sing-Along with Santa" celebration at Steel Beam Theatre in St. Charles,...
Vero Voce Theatre in St. Charles to present ‘The Christmas Schooner’
When: Dec. 4-20 Where: Vero Voce Theatre, 951 State Ave., Suite F, St. Charles Tickets: $20 adult; $18 senior/student; $12 child Information: 630-584-0139 How far would you go to keep...
Elgin presents ‘A Christmas Carol’ as a radio play
During rehearsals for Elgin Theatre Company's latest production, those not in the cast will occasionally stop by to drop off a prop or other item. Soon, they are drawn into...
Forever Plaid puts doo-wop spin on holiday tunes
The quartet from the popular musical "Forever Plaid" returns to spread holiday cheer when Steel Beam Theatre presents "Forever Plaid: Plaid Tidings" Nov. 20-Dec. 27 at its theater in St....
Vero Voce festivals highlights new plays
Although the New Playwright Festival is taking place earlier in the season compared with previous years, it will still be filled with comedy, drama and more. Vero Voce will present...
Janus’ ‘King of Shadows’ asks audience to think differently
Different spaces provide different inspiration, so Director Sean Hargadon had the cast of Janus Theatre Company's latest production rehearse in five different locations. "Part of using different spaces to rehearse...
Vicki Lawrence brings ‘two-woman show’ to Arcada
Not many people receive any kind of response when they write a fan letter, let alone a personal one from the celebrity they admire. "I don't think that even happens...
Chicago Sinfonietta show focuses on Day of the Dead
The day is not a time to mourn, but a time to celebrate life, said Maestro Andres Franco. There will still be time for reflection during the Chicago Sinfonietta's Dia...