2,003 stories by "Scotty Zacher"
Powerful as it is in parts but never the huge whole, Eugene O'Neill's journey could use a little less day and a little more darkness. (read more....)
The Royal George provides the intimate setting necessary to bring out the realism and humor of Tracy Letts' wonderfully authentic script about the friendship between a stagnant Uptown donut …
In Jane Anderson's astonishing script, the characters unfold as artfully as the story. The beauty of Anderson's work is in taking apparently stock characters and giving them real voices and …
Even the most jaded circus-lover will find this fantasy fertile with bravado, clowns who are far more hilarious than irritating, and an Eastern-style packaging that makes this American genre…
The Rover is a very frank story about class and sex. Playwright Aphra Behn writes openly about the inequality of women's roles in 17th-century Restoration society but gives an equal time to …
Giordano Dance Chicago has begun a landmark season with a burst of vivacity. Each full company work showcases the ensemble's true cohesiveness and their playful but focused collective nature…
Blackademics is recommend for its clever and revealing writing. The timeliness of the subject matter is perfect. The acting will keep you watching whether out of curiosity or intimate knowle…
Besides containing several standout performances, at its core Down & Derby is a really cool idea. But that idea is unfortunately not fully realized. With a tighter structure and more a…
This is an odd, interesting piece, and despite the sluggish feel to the center of the show, you may find it's worked its way into your head and provides thoughtful reflection long after the …
First produced in 1985, Weekend Comedy now appears dated and trite. There's enough humor in the one-liners and verbal jousting, though, to make the play reasonably entertaining, despite the…
This production isn't too far from being quite compelling, but as currently constructed, you need to sift through some debris to uncover the hidden treasures of Pirate Bones. (read more...)
Despite moments that capture you, the play's tendency to drag takes away from this tribute to Richard Feynman. It is, however, a showcase for Rob Riley's talent. (read more....)
I should have loved Something Blue. I like it when characters discuss their emotions. I find the creative process fascinating. I love Artemisia's mission to showcase female-driven work. And…
The lack of crucial chemistry largely dooms *Burn This*. Without the palpably sizzling sex (or threat thereof), this piece becomes a lengthy slog of dialogue that's neither meaningful nor pa…
Kudos to TheMASSIVE for providing a fresh new take on a story that has been retold thousands of times over the centuries. (read more...)
An extremely witty, fast-paced script and catchy songs help tell the story of slacker Duck's increasingly burdensome struggles as he goes from leading the farm to running for governor and, f…
Despite some flaws, Clockwise's Soul Sisters is a thought-provoking performance, well worth seeing. (read more...)
An eloquent blend of wit and despair, served with a side of mayhem. (read more...)
Not much happens or is new here, but there's nothing wrong with a strong play reinforcing life's hard-won discoveries, especially when every minute rings as true as a fight bell. (read more…
With three phenomenal pieces, the company's year is off to a promising start. From the yearning "Forgotten Land" to the abstract "Pretty BALLET" to the disturbing "The Green Table", Human La…
Playwright Susan Felder's skill lies in her ability to forge character links in a way that's both surprising and thick with tension. With only one actor onstage - and the other not seen but…
Whether reflected in mirrors or gliding through water with ecstatic longing, Hubbard Street's artistry is weightless yet completely grounded. No muscle isn't engaged and expressive, no spect…
The cast is talented and well prepared. There is even some more-than-competent choreography. I enjoyed myself for an hour on an autumn afternoon and I recommend that you take the kids for so…
Overall, the Saint Sebastian Players execute this challenging and unusual play remarkably well. The Dining Room depicts relationships that are both honest enough and comedic enough to supers…
While the play mocks the 1%, the production unfortunatly mocks the 99% for $25 a pop. (read more...)
