2,003 stories by "Scotty Zacher"
Devil Land is a spellbinding story of a woman forever trapped in self-hatred and denial of her indigenous roots. She draws her husband by kidnapping a not-so-innocent child, leading them in…
Chicago Tap's latest 90-minute narrative with interactive elements is pure charm, with a sweet, hopeful message that love actually is all around. (read more...)
A charming, funny and heartbreaking ode to the power of storytelling - Recommended. (read more...)
Lifeline Theatre's adaption of this sweeping epic is a bit bare bones, to be sure, but it compensates with an intimate look at the characters of Dickens' tale and is a good reason to revisit…
Despite issues of pacing and superfluous characters, it's hard not to get swept up into the story of Eleanor Marx. This play isn't for all, but if you don't mind melodrama, it just might be …
It's clear that Anthony Mosely's Collaboraction compadres"all thirteen of them"are supportive and enthusiastic with the subject matter, but I'm not sure whether this wouldn't have been bette…
The songs flow freely, the comedy revels and the revelations resonate in this two-hour tour-de-chanson. This new world is well worth an exploration. (read more and watch three production v…
I see what Earliest Known Photo was trying to do, and I appreciate it. But intention and execution are two very different things, and in this case good intentions were not enough. (read mor…
Even though this program has its challenges, Hubbard Street dancers are always breathtaking. Like ethereal creatures of the night, they glide across the stage, and bend, twist and leap with …
An intimate look at Chicago's street violence, Playwright Marcus Gardley has crafted a hymn for the theater straight from the heart, and despite its flaws, it still sings. (read more and wat…
Jean Cocteau's Les Parents Terribles's heavier themes and subject matters help elevate the comedy, but unfortunatey this production sadly misses the mark on that front. (read more...)
Ambitious, compelling and boasting one of those impossibly rich ensemble casts that are the signature of Chicago storytelling, Griffin Theatre's Golden Boy packs a punch. (read more...)
Rock of Ages works much better on stage than on screen. The plot is thin, sure, but the script is surprisingly funny, the score nostalgic and pleasing and the cast ripe with a game, infectio…
An ebullient and thrilling show with something for every imagination. I recommend this show for a perfect family outing. (read more...)
There's more than enough human spectacle on stage to make Heartbeat of Home dazzle. The dancers and the musicians here are thrilling in every respect. Layering in all that electronic artific…
Deborah Zoe Laufer's coming-of-age tale succeeds as a thought-provoking and powerful insight into why "leveling up" in life doesn't just mean defeating your opponent. Topical subject matters…
Ring of Fire is not a straightforward biography nor should it be. It's a fun and sentimental reminder of a man and his genius at living and singing his life. (read more...)
I highly recommend this show. The acting is outstanding. Jaclynn Jutting's direction by is sharp and brilliantly staged. This show made me laugh through gritted teeth with a satisfying and r…
There might be something worth salvaging here if Playwright Aaron Sawyer is willing to hand his script over to an editor and then a director with a fresh set of eyes. But as produced here, i…
What elevates this opera are incredible production values, even by the Lyric's high standards. And the haunting AntonÃn Dvořák score conducted by Sir Andrew Davis completes the ul…
To call Corpus Delicti *community theater-bad* is an insult to community theater. Aside from a nice set and one salvageable performance, this show is not only weak across the board, but a c…
Quest's productions are talent-packed and executed with tremendous heart. The People's Return of Neverland is no exception. It's free entertainment that children and parents alike can enjoy …
In Cock, Playwright Mike Bartlett challenges conservative views of sexuality, using one man's sexual identity crisis to examine the crippling effect of societal pressures., creating a riveti…
This brisk and sharp comedic romp comes to an abruptly dark conclusion for all involved. The last production in Akvavit's Nordic Cycle, Mishap! might be one of the few theatrical experiences…
As brought out by BoHo's gorgeous production, the fictional Salieri's journey is an engrossing exploration. BoHo has marshalled great talent to bring his Pyrrhic victory to life, and their d…
