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20 Times I Missed Theatre in 2020

20 Times I Missed Theatre in 2020

20 Times I Missed Theatre in 2020

Across television, film, and Zoom theatre, here's what got me through 2020.

chitheatretriathlon

Dec 31, 202010 min read

'Rhinofest' returns to Prop Thtr with its signature gusto and flair for risk taking

'Rhinofest' returns to Prop Thtr with its signature gusto and flair for risk taking

'Rhinofest' returns to Prop Thtr with its signature gusto and flair for risk taking

An event worth braving the cold, dark winter.

chitheatretriathlon

Feb 3, 20206 min read

#TheatreCrushThursday: An Interview with Mariana Castro

#TheatreCrushThursday: An Interview with Mariana Castro

#TheatreCrushThursday: An Interview with Mariana Castro

Get to know this gifted, extremely kind, hardworking actor and writer.

chitheatretriathlon

Jan 18, 202012 min read

Week 52: So Long, Farewell

Week 52: So Long, Farewell

Week 52: So Long, Farewell

Will we cherish this journey? Always.

chitheatretriathlon

Jan 1, 20204 min read

Space Jams: 'Happy Birthday Mars Rover', 'Queen of Sock Pairing', & 'You Are Happy'

Space Jams: 'Happy Birthday Mars Rover', 'Queen of Sock Pairing', & 'You Are Happy'

Space Jams: 'Happy Birthday Mars Rover', 'Queen of Sock Pairing', & 'You Are Happy'

These days it feels like most contemporary plays fall into two categories: post-apocalyptic and hyper-realism. This year alone, I could...

chitheatretriathlon

Dec 27, 20198 min read

Weeks 48 & 49: Documentaries, Royals

Weeks 48 & 49: Documentaries, Royals

Weeks 48 & 49: Documentaries, Royals

Sometimes the best drama is ripped from the headlines.

chitheatretriathlon

Dec 22, 20198 min read

'Always... Patsy Cline' at Firebrand Theatre is a love letter to female friendship

'Always... Patsy Cline' at Firebrand Theatre is a love letter to female friendship

'Always... Patsy Cline' at Firebrand Theatre is a love letter to female friendship

Have yourself a darn tootin’ good time. Ya hear?

chitheatretriathlon

Nov 29, 20193 min read

Weeks 44 & 45: A Star is Born, New Stages

Weeks 44 & 45: A Star is Born, New Stages

Weeks 44 & 45: A Star is Born, New Stages

Make that four, Lorelai.

chitheatretriathlon

Nov 27, 20195 min read

Weeks 42 & 43: Ghostlight, 'Til Death

Weeks 42 & 43: Ghostlight, 'Til Death

Weeks 42 & 43: Ghostlight, 'Til Death

Love can be a real nightmare whether you choose a married man, ghost or murderer.

chitheatretriathlon

Nov 13, 20196 min read

Cowboys, Zombies and Outlaws, Oh My!: 'Hell Followed With Her' at WildClaw Theatre

Cowboys, Zombies and Outlaws, Oh My!: 'Hell Followed With Her' at WildClaw Theatre

Cowboys, Zombies and Outlaws, Oh My!: 'Hell Followed With Her' at WildClaw Theatre

A vital release for catharsis and dark comedy.

chitheatretriathlon

Oct 28, 20193 min read

'The Raveling' at Walkabout Theater is a sensory packed, haunted family circus

'The Raveling' at Walkabout Theater is a sensory packed, haunted family circus

'The Raveling' at Walkabout Theater is a sensory packed, haunted family circus

Seventy minutes steeped in the traditions of home.

chitheatretriathlon

Oct 14, 20193 min read

Weeks 38 & 39: Process is Performance, Shakes It Up

Weeks 38 & 39: Process is Performance, Shakes It Up

Weeks 38 & 39: Process is Performance, Shakes It Up

Get thee to reading our recap (you can skip the nunnery).

chitheatretriathlon

Oct 7, 20197 min read

Weeks 36 & 37: Chicago History, Blown Youth

Weeks 36 & 37: Chicago History, Blown Youth

Weeks 36 & 37: Chicago History, Blown Youth

Oh, to be young and in Chicago.

chitheatretriathlon

Oct 4, 20196 min read

Heavenly hives, besties, and battlefields: Summer Sizzle Reel

Heavenly hives, besties, and battlefields: Summer Sizzle Reel

Heavenly hives, besties, and battlefields: Summer Sizzle Reel

We close out a shocking, thrilling season.

chitheatretriathlon

Aug 23, 20197 min read

Ghosts, restless secrets, and lust are in the air: Summer Sizzle Reel

Ghosts, restless secrets, and lust are in the air: Summer Sizzle Reel

Ghosts, restless secrets, and lust are in the air: Summer Sizzle Reel

A prime time for new works with hot topics.

chitheatretriathlon

Aug 20, 20197 min read

Weeks 26 & 27: Homosexuality Across History, Romance in Rebellion

Weeks 26 & 27: Homosexuality Across History, Romance in Rebellion

Weeks 26 & 27: Homosexuality Across History, Romance in Rebellion

Queerness deserves to be celebrated year round.

chitheatretriathlon

Jul 10, 20197 min read

Firebrand Theatre's 'Queen of the Mist' is a whirlwind of fury and fight

Firebrand Theatre's 'Queen of the Mist' is a whirlwind of fury and fight

Firebrand Theatre's 'Queen of the Mist' is a whirlwind of fury and fight

A show that mystifies expectations.

chitheatretriathlon

Jun 24, 20194 min read

TimeLine Theatre's 'Too Heavy for Your Pocket' weighs obligation against freedom in a found family

TimeLine Theatre's 'Too Heavy for Your Pocket' weighs obligation against freedom in a found family

TimeLine Theatre's 'Too Heavy for Your Pocket' weighs obligation against freedom in a found family

Two young couples survive in the Civil Rights Era.

chitheatretriathlon

Jun 21, 20194 min read

The Beat Goes On: 'La Havana Madrid' is reborn by Teatro Vista and Collaboraction

The Beat Goes On: 'La Havana Madrid' is reborn by Teatro Vista and Collaboraction

The Beat Goes On: 'La Havana Madrid' is reborn by Teatro Vista and Collaboraction

Musical interludes allow this ensemble a reprieve.

chitheatretriathlon

Jun 17, 20194 min read

First Read Review Round-Up

First Read Review Round-Up

First Read Review Round-Up

A variety of lived experiences with the connective tissue of queer identity, relationships, and issues.

chitheatretriathlon

Jun 13, 20196 min read

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