Want to see ‘a little silhouetto’ of a band?
Audience members watching the Queen tribute band God Save the Queen might wonder, "Is this the real life or is this just fantasy?" "The idea of our show is to...
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‘Caveman’ to offer comedic couples therapy at Jan. 20 engagement
The one-man comedy "Defending the Caveman" is not couples therapy, but it could be. "We tell people that if you see the show, you will not fight less, but your...
Playhouse set to stage British farce
According to Gene Scheffler, who is directing the British sex farce "When the Cat's Away" at The Riverfront Playhouse in Aurora, the audience's familiarity with the genre is part of...
Riverfront ‘Christmas Carol’ marks its 23rd year
The Riverfront Playhouse's annual production of "A Christmas Carol" gives the audiences what they want. "The Riverfront Playhouse board members discussed putting up a different holiday show," said Director Sherry...
Second City’s secret ingredient is honesty
The Second City's national touring cast members are taught how to be funny, but in a special way. "We are trained not to go for the laughs with a setup...
Puppets bring ‘under the sea’ to life for ‘Little Mermaid’
Not only have the 29 cast members of Paramount Theatre's production of "Disney's The Little Mermaid" been rehearsing musical scales, but also they have learned about fish scales and other...
Gardell’s stand-up act reflects sitcom role
For actor and comedian Billy Gardell, who portrayed Chicago police Officer Mike Biggs on the CBS-TV sitcom "Mike & Molly," stand-up is an extension of TV. "My fans are mostly...
Engelbert Humperdinck still bringing the love
Legendary performer Engelbert Humperdinck has delighted audiences for more than 50 years, and he has always endeavored to give them something to remember. "I truly strive to leave a legacy...
Choreography big part of quartet’s show
The four male singers who make up the group Under the Streetlamp spend more time learning dance moves than key changes. "We rehearse the choreography more than the music and...
Costumes play huge role in Ballet Folklorico show
Presenting authentic dances from different regions of Mexico is important to Ballet Folklorico Quetzalcoatl, the Mexican folk dance troupe from Aurora, but so are the costumes. "The costumes, aside from...