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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
An event worth braving the cold, dark winter.
chitheatretriathlon
Feb 3, 20206 min read
#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
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'
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
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
Have yourself a darn tootin’ good time. Ya hear?
chitheatretriathlon
Nov 29, 20193 min read
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
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
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
Seventy minutes steeped in the traditions of home.
chitheatretriathlon
Oct 14, 20193 min read
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
Oh, to be young and in Chicago.
chitheatretriathlon
Oct 4, 20196 min read
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
A prime time for new works with hot topics.
chitheatretriathlon
Aug 20, 20197 min read
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
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
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
Musical interludes allow this ensemble a reprieve.
chitheatretriathlon
Jun 17, 20194 min read
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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