2,003 stories by "Scotty Zacher"
★★★★ Believe the hype: you'll ache from laughing! (read more...)
In nearly three spellbinding hours War Horse delivers indelible theater through pictures as much, if not more, than words. The cumulative effect resembles a rush of searing visions. (read m…
This counts as theatre in the same way that a group of teenagers putting on a Murder Mystery party does. Mingled with the kind of idealistic earnestness normally seen in college students aft…
Though Director Hans Fleischmann (who also plays Tom) loads his production with some ideas that are more distracting than productive, he deserves kudos for taking such a gutsy approach that …
At its heart of this show is the high-kicking, precision-dancing Rockettes, interchangeable parts with non-stop smiles and high-kicking gams, an American icon in action. (read more...)
With some work on the script (including the removal of the sophomoric humor) and improved performances, this could be a much more enjoyable piece. (read more...)
A Beer Carol Written and Directed by Sean Benjamin and Steve Mosqueda Haymarket Pub & B…
Despite a few problems, this rather unique show never gets dull. If you're looking for a quick, casual evening that leaves you with a smile on your face, give A Dirty '30s Christmas a try. …
The Joffrey Ballet 's silver anniversary production boasts impressive casting, sweet choreography and appealing if staid visuals, a pleasurable holiday confection for all. (read more...)
The Hypocrites have a strong talent pool, and Mikado displays several charming performances and production values. Even so, in the end, The Mikado comes off as being both messy and smug. (r…
This is the story, adapted from live interviews, of how the City of Chicago relocated a cemetery to make room for a new O'Hare Airport runway. Though poignant, there's still a static, clutt…
Tidings of Tap's numbers are not only precisely danced, but well thought-out: the music provides a delightful underscore to the steps, in such exciting bits as "Carol of the Bells" and Beatc…
Lula del Ray is a sad and soulful coming-of-age story of young Lula growing up in rural mid-century America who runs away to the city. Though the plotline might seem a bit trite, but the way…
The genius of the costuming, the staging, the lighting, the entire feel of the show is that Sean Graney and Co. have clearly devoted much time and consideration to every detail to deliberate…
For the 15th year, Hell In a Handbag Productions riffs on the Rankin-Bass franchise, using the time-honored message of Rudolph (be yourself), updating it for a more adult audience. Case in…
This trip through the Land of Other is a great way to spend an evening. The music is stellar, the dance moves are smooth, and the laughs are steady running. It's another family treat for the…
Though not a flawless production by any means, We Three Lizas is a snarky yet loving alternative to saccharine Christmas sap " and a big, high-heeled step forward. Perfect glitter-filled ca…
Engelbert Humperdinck's *Hansel und Gretel* is a perfect pick for children and adults or opera newbies and subscribers. The happily ever-after starts at the overture and plays straight thro…
Even as my eyes are welling up at the pure beauty in front of me, I can't look away. And when the lights come up after curtain call, I want to stay under the spell. As a company, Hubbard Str…
If you find your heart a little Humbugged this holiday because ComicCon is still five months away, grab your mek'leth, eat some Rokeg blood pie, and transport yourself over to this endearing…
Despite minor issues, fans will appreciate this engaging 90-minute adaptation, which faithfully tells the story of one man's unique opportunity to see how his seemingly ordinary, unexciting …
As an inaugural outing, Rebekah Theatre Project has chosen an ambitious work both in scope and tone, and is largely rewarded for the effort.
Blake Montgomery, as Charles Dickens, makes a charming host and keeps us smiling up until he lets the emotions of the story take over, where he reels us into the tale's charms most effective…
William Topaz McGonagall dedicated his life to the art of poetry. Unfortunately, dedication does not always equal talent. However, his lack of talent was apparent to everybody but him. The P…
Warning: This show may cause hearts to grow three times their normal size. Side effects include holding hands in the streets and singing. Who likes the Grinch? The Who's like Grinch. Me …
