Visits to a Large Galaxy
Catching up with the digital editor on the state of criticism, a regrouping of Theater Folx of Color, Chicago happenings, new columns, and more.
Category Archives: Great Lakes
Dispatches from Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio. and Wisconsin.
The Floods Came for Milwaukee Rep at ‘Worst Possible Time’
A new production facility in a nearby suburb was devastated by water damage, even as the theatre’s main downtown complex is on track to unveil a new renovation.
New Harmony Project Evolves PlayFest Indy Into Year-Round Series
In this reimagined version of NHP’s signature new-works initiative, 5 Indianapolis theatres will present new plays throughout 2025-26.
Kitchen Sink Drama in ‘Dhaba on Devon Avenue’
Madhuri Shekar’s play, about an intergenerational family tussle over a restaurant and its menu, has its belated Chicago debut in a co-production of Writers Theatre and TimeLine Theatre Company.
A New Way to Build ‘Frankenstein’
The Chicago-based nonprofit A.B.L.E.’s recent show piloted a new production process, aiming to expand the work of changing public perceptions of artists with disabilities.
In ‘Soft Target,’ It’s the Toys’ Story
Emily Kaczmarek’s new play, premiering at Detroit Public Theatre, explores gun violence through the eyes of a young girl and her toys.
People to Watch: Lolita Chakrabarti
The British playwright is all over U.S. stages this spring, with her adaptation of ‘Life of Pi’ on tour and a city-specific rewrite of her play ‘Hymn’ at Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
Victoria Podesta Named Chicago Dramatists’ Exec Director
A playwright and former chief communications officer, Podesta began her new role on Jan 1.
Kris Vire: Chicago’s Sharp-Eyed Theatre Keeper
The diligent arts journalist, who died on Nov. 18 at the age of 47, is remembered for his dedication to theatre and friends.
Michael Lluberes Steps Down From FIM Flint Repertory Theatre
After a tenure that included a name change and several acclaimed productions, he’ll leave the theatre in the interim hands of managing director Nicole Samsel.
