"High Holidays" Review - Rites of Passage

A review of Alan Gross's new play, "High Holidays" at the Goodman Theatre

Deeply Rooted Dance Theater Review - Touch, A Dance Tribute to African American Culture

Deeply Rooted Dance Theater presents "Touch", a rich depiction of African American culture though interpretive dance

Thodos Dance Chicago Review - Fall Concert 2009 is Breathtaking

Thodos Dance Chicago's Fall Concert 2009 opened at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts to an enthusiastic audience

Ernani Review - A Spectacular New Production by Lyric Opera of Chicago

This Lyric Opera of Chicago production of Ernani, an opera by Giuseppe Verdi which is rarely performed, is a must see

Young Frankenstein Review - An Electrifying Theatrical Triumph!

Mel Brooks' zany 1974 classic is brought to life, literally, in the first national tour of Young Frankenstein, starring Tony award winners Roger Bart and Schuler Hensley

Alan Gross Interview - A Chicago Playwright You Should Know

Alan and I have been friends since the ‘60s. So our interview is part reunion and part celebration of the opening of his new play, HIGH HOLIDAYS at the Goodman Theatre

Diamonds and Gems Review - A Dazzling Duo Opens at the Field Museum

A dazzling duo, "The Nature of Diamonds" and the re-opening of the Grainger Hall of Gems, comes to the Field Museum and is a treat for residents and visitors

Orion Ensemble Review - Shining Brightly, First of Concert Series Concludes

The Orion Ensemble’s 2009 – 2010 season marks the seventeenth for the group, which promises to be wonderful

Othello Review – Joffrey Ballet’s Midwest Premiere is a Gift to Chicago

The Joffrey Ballet Midwest premiere of Lar Lubovitch's "Othello",is a gift to Chicago

Cats Review - Broadway in Chicago Initiates This New Tour

"Cats", the Broadway musical, kicks off a brand new tour beginning in Chicago

Luna Negra Review - Celebrating 10 Years of Dance

Luna Negra Dance Theatre kicks off its 10th season at Harris Theatre

Fiera Italiana Review-Enjoying Italian Culture at Daley Plaza

Chicagoans were able to enjoy Italian dancing, music, fashion, food, and culture at Daley Plaza when attending Fiera Italiana, a preface to the Columbus Day parade

Faust Review – The First of 2009-2010 Season’s Two Demonic Themed Operas

Charles Gounod's "Faust" is the first of Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2009-2010 "demonic duo" based on Goethe’s epic drama “Faust”

Richard III Review - Royal Ruthlessness a Rocky Ride

Says Artistic Director Barbara Gaines, “As he seduces us as his audience, we become complicit in his crimes

Animal Crackers Review - Shtick to the Script

Chaos. Music. Anarchy. Dancing. Romance. Clowning. Suspense. Hilaria. These are the top ten reasons to see Animal Crackers

Tosca Review - Lyric Opera of Chicago's Gala Opening

Tosca's opening night at Chicago Lyric Opera was greeted with a standing ovation - get tickets now

OctoberFeast Review – A River North Business Association First

OctoberFeast is a progressive stroll among some of Chicago's best restaurant, bar and entertainment venues, each featuring signature food and drink tastings along the way

Fake Review – Steppenwolf’s 2009-10 Season Looks at Belief

The world premier of "Fake" opens the 2009-10 season at Steppenwolf Theatre, presenting a "who done it?" puzzle

The Night Season Review - Love Labored

The Night Season celebrates the story of the Kennedy family living with the fallout of the desertion by their mother 15 years ago

Back the Bid Chicago Architecture Foundation Tour Review – Brought Back by Popular Demand

On Sunday, September 13, 2009 at 9:30am, Back the Bid Day, the Chicago Architecture Foundation (CAF) will give you a chance to visualize the 2016 Olympics and Paralympics here in our home town, Chicago

Last of My Species Review - Redmoon's Spectacle '09

Part pop concert, part theatrical event with wild dance against a backdrop of weird contraptions and weirder orchestra, Species takes us into a world all its own

Jersey Boys Review - Broadway Really Has Come to Chicago

The record-breaking hit JERSEY BOYS is celebrating its second smash year in Chicago

Everest Restaurant Review – A Chicago Restaurant You Should Know

Everest is a Chicago restaurant you REALLY should know - it was even better than we remembered

BLUEPRINTS 2009 Review -Architecture Event at the Museum of Contemporary Art

BLUEPRINTS is a unique celebration sponsored by Streeterville Organization of Active Residents (SOAR)

Ravinia Review – NIGHT AND DAY A Cole Porter Evening

The de-lovely concert certainly was not “Just one of Those Things.” When my husband suggests we go to Ravinia again, I’ll say, “Let’s Do It”

Spring Awakening the Musical Review - A Broadway in Chicago Offering

Spring Awakening, a coming of age tale, opens on August 4 and will continue until August 16th 2009

Free Chicago Review – How we enjoyed free activities in Chicago!

We enjoyed the best of Chicago and it was free

The Chicago Trolley & Double Decker Co. Signature Tour Review - A Bus tour to be Remembered

Discover Chicago as you have never seen it before with the Chicago Trolley & Double Decker Company Signature Tour

Barque Couture Review - Fashion Line Runway Show

The Barque Canine Couture Fashion Line was created by Gay Roberts, a former New York couture model and sportswear designer. Originally she began knitting sweaters for her teacup Yorkie, Fergie, and quickly became recognize by other dog owners

PHEDRE at Steppenwolf Review - Exclusive Chicago Screening

Participating with 200 art venues around the world, Steppenwolf presented the exclusive Chicago screening of the National Theatre of London's performance of PHEDRE

The Frank Lloyd Wright CAF Tour Review - A trip into visionary Frank Lloyd Wright's life

Join the Chicago Architecture Foundation's bus tour to Oak Park for a memorable trip to Frank Lloyd Wright's home and studio!

Goodman Theatre Presents the Enchanting Boleros for the Disenchanted

A story of lovers from Puerto Rico who face trials and tribulations on their quest for a better life in America

Arabian Nights Review - Your Story or Your Life

Scheherezade's life literally depended on the power of her stories and she came through with one mesmerizing tale after another, saving her life and affirming ours

Up - Osez Rêver !

Laissez vous emporter par le rythme de "Up", une comédie pas comme les autres

Beyond Golden Clouds Review - At The Art Institute of Chicago

On the 25th of June, we had the pleasure to review the "Beyond Golden Clouds" exhibit at The Art Institute of Chicago

UP Review - A Quiet and Moving Play

Carpenter’s play centers around Walter Griffin,a man who created a flying machine that took him up into the clouds 16 years before and who has spent the rest of his life trying to reach the same heights, both literally and figuratively

The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Review - A Wonderful Afternoon

Bring your kids to the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum for a magical adventure

Archery Summit at MK Review - An Evening of Discovery

We were thrilled to be guests at MK Restaurant for an evening of pairings between several courses prepared at the restaurant, and selected vintages of Archery Summit wines.

Blues Legends Review – Six Generations of Mississippi Blues

The greatest way to CURE the blues is to experience the blues! I’m here to tell you there is no finer way to do that than to sing, dance, wave, jump and jive with the genuine Mississippi article.

The Princess Grace Foundation Fund Raiser - Steppenwolf's "Up" Takes a Bow

The Princess Grace Foundation Hosts the production of "UP" at Steppenwolf Theatre, a benefit for future PGF Award Recipients and a showcase for past recipients

Chic Chicago Review - An Amazing Exhibit at the Chicago History Museum

Two fashion exhibits at the Chicago History Museum are sparkling, glittering, dazzling, charming, lovely and hypnotizing - see them

Graduate Showcase Review - DePaul Theater School, a class act for 80 years

New York. Chicago. Los Angeles. The casting directors, agents, producers, managers, directors and other theater artists came out to see the graduates of this seminal school of dramatic arts

Crosby, Stills and Nash Review - boomers bring ‘em back

There we were. Crosby, Stills, Nash and the “Forever Young.” There is nothing even close to the sheer joy of the live experience of the band of your youth

The Olafur Eliasson Exhibit Review - An Extraordinary Artist at Chicago's MCA

On the 31st of May, we "took our time" discovering the Olafur Eliasson exhibit at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago
which was outstanding

Windy City Rhythms Goes Global Review – WOW

Our evening was full of surprises! And what surprises! We—and by that I do mean the entire audience—were captivated by what we saw and heard and felt—the beat

Blues on the North Shore Review - Brought back by popular demand

On June 12, 2009, the blues fun begins and ends at SPACE in Evanston, the north shore showcase of the best of the Mississippi Delta Bluesmen

Love Person Review - the languages of love

Two couples, three cultures and four relationships - gay and straight - blossom, break, sustain, repair and flourish in this contemporary romantic tale about the “language” of love

Bonsoiree Review - A Creative Feast for the Senses-A Chicago Restaurant You Should Know

Tucked away in a low-slung building in a nondescript corner of Logan Square, Bonsoiree offers a creative feast for the senses in a remarkably casual, BYOB environment.

Chicago Architecture Foundation River Cruise Review - Discovering the Heart of Chicago

As first-time visitors to the US, buildings seen from the Chicago Architecture Foundation River Cruise stunned us

The Chicago Blues Tour - Spring 2009 was a Great Event

The 16th of May we attended an incredible Blues event, our first in Chicago

The New Modern Wing Review - Art Institute of Chicago's Modern Work of Art

This is not your father’s Art Institute, but your dad will like Renzo Piano’s new Modern Wing at the Art Institute of Chicago too

Rock n Roll Review - Relating Music to Politics

Rock n Roll weaves fact and fiction into 22 years of politics, passions, dreams and revolutions through a backdrop of rock music

Enemy of the People Review - It Hits Close to Home

Red Tape Theatre's production of Enemy of the People is an ode to fighting for what you believe in

Twelfth Night Review – Chicago's Love Splash

Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier concludes its 2008/09 season with a flood of madcap comedy told in Twelfth Night, William Shakespeare’s tale of disorder, mistaken identity and revelry

Gogol Review - Something To Think About

Disappearing Acts: Stories by Nikolai Gogol will deepen your thoughts about the world around us

Of Mice and Men Review - Steppenwolf Theatre Brings New Life to a Classic

Steppenwolf Theatre's production "Of Mice and Men" though from the
Depression Era, rings true today

The Joffrey Ballet's Spring Program Review - Closing the 2008 - 2009 Season

The Joffrey Ballet's Spring Program brings the 2008-2009 season to a spectacular close

Mary Poppins Review - A Night to Remember

Mary Poppins is beyond brilliant

Chicago Sinfonietta Ball Review - The Future of the Classics

The Chicago Sinfonietta hosted their annual ball Saturday, April 18 at the Fairmont Hotel and proved that neither classical music nor extravagant fundraisers are a thing of the past

Lyric Opera Season Review – A New Subscriber Shares Shining Memories

The beauty of the Lyric Opera reaches so many touch (sight,sound, memory, comfort,emotion, luxury) points it creates a perfectly lyrical operatic experience