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Fences A New Review By: Wes Hessel
“Fences” By Wes Hessel Playwright August Wilson’s greatest legacy is that of his ten-drama series known as the “The American Century Cycle”. Of those, “Fences”, now being produced resoundingly by American Blues Theater, is arguably one of the finest of the storied portfolio, garnering a Pulitzer and a Tony, amongst other honors. This production, […]
August 2022 @ the Franklin Park Public Library
Franklin Park Public Library District We are located at 10311 Grand Avenue in Franklin Park, IL and offer a range of services and programs for children, teens and adults. Further information is available at www.fppld.org or by calling 847-455-6016. Unless otherwise noted, registration is required for ALL library programs. Hours of Service: Monday-Wednesday 10:00 AM – 9:00 […]
July 2022 @ the Franklin Park Public Library
Franklin Park Public Library District We are located at 10311 Grand Avenue in Franklin Park, IL and offer a range of services and programs for children, teens and adults. Further information is available at www.fppld.org or by calling 847-455-6016. Unless otherwise noted, registration is required for ALL library programs. Hours of Service: Monday-Wednesday 10:00 AM – 9:00 […]
That’s How She Rolls With It… By Wes Hessel
That’s How She Rolls With It… By Wes Hessel Writer’s Theatre has done it again with the original revue production “Pearl’s Rollin’ With The Blues”, which lives more like a night at the House of Blues totally living up to its name, if it had been around back when. Ms. Pearl, otherwise known as […]
Do the Right Thing… By Anna Hessel
Do the Right Thing… By Anna Hessel The 110th Mainstage revue, “Do the Right Thing, No Worries If Not”, is one of the Second City’s best shows yet. The cast of Andy Bolduc, E.J. Cameron, Kiley Fitzgerald, Claire McFadden, Evan Mills, and Julia Morales lampoon everything from a support group for unpopular opinions to […]
Giordano Dance Chicago Energizes the Auditorium By Sydney Milligan and Wes Hessel
Giordano Dance Chicago Energizes the Auditorium By Sydney Milligan and Wes Hessel The beginning of the first act by Giordano Dance Chicago was filled with a lot of vocalizing, and a ton of angsty stomping, thrashing, and headbanging – a very avant garde piece. Then there was a beautiful pas de deux titled “All […]
“Skates” Rolls Into Studebaker Theater By Anna Hessel with Wes Hessel
“Skates” Rolls Into Studebaker Theater By Anna Hessel with Wes Hessel The world premier of the brand new feel good, clean fun musical “Skates” by Christine Rea and Rick Briskin made its debut in the beautifully restored Studebaker Theater. Let me start by saying I absolutely, positively, totally love this new ready for Broadway […]
“Dreamer” Brings Message of Hope By Anna Hessel
“Dreamer” Brings Message of Hope By Anna Hessel Ballet 5:8’s student production of the world premier, family friendly, “Dreamer” was certainly a blessing to anyone who watched it. This story of hope is a balm for weary souls in trying times- no matter what obstacles we face, God is in control to guide us […]
Aretha, Risen By Sydney Milligan and Anna Hessel
Aretha, Risen By Sydney Milligan and Anna Hessel The Harris Theater at Grant Park was home to “Aretha Rising”, the Chicago Philharmonic’s salute to the legend Aretha Franklin. Ms Franklin, who won a Grammy for her gospel album “Amazing Grace”, which includes a beautiful rendition of “What a Friend We Have in Jesus”, was […]
Joffrey Closes Season With A Classic By Sydney Milligan and Anna Hessel
Joffrey Closes Season With A Classic By Sydney Milligan and Anna Hessel The world-renowned Joffrey Ballet closes this season with a stellar production of Don Quixote. The scenic and lighting design by Jack Mehler is top notch and transports you right into Don Quixote’s 16th century Spain. An amazing world of love, valor and […]
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