“Faceless” Tackles Complexity of Terrorism and Identity

Watch Susaan Jamshidi perform a scene from the Northlight Theatre’s new show, written by a young award-winning playwright.

Searching for “Superior Donuts” in Uptown

In honor of the Chicago-based play-turned-sitcom, we cruised the North Side neighborhood for the best fried dough.

Watch Shannon Cochran Perform a Scene from The Christians

The Best (and Weirdest) of Chicago Theater in 2016

From best demonic possession to best use of root vegetables, Chicago’s theater scene set plenty of new creative precedence this year.

Chicago’s Longest-Running Stage Show Is Ending. Now What?

After a surprising and controversially abrupt end, Neo-Futurists artistic director Kurt Chiang talks the company’s future without its flagship show.

How the Hypocrites Made a Feminist Cinderella Even More Feminist

In Andra Velis Simon’s Cinderella at the Theater of Potatoes, there’s no prince, no ball, and no glass slipper.

Longtime Stage Scrooge Larry Yando Shares His Favorite Things

The beloved drama teacher and actor reveals a few of his personal treasures, just ahead of his ninth stint at Goodman’s A Christmas Carol.

Transgender Actress Delia Kropp Returns to the Stage

She reveals why she left theater—and why she’s back.

The Cubs Stay Alive, Creating a Dilemma for Some Hamilton Fans

Sorry, Alexander: history has its eyes on Wrigley Field.

Highbrow Halloween? Try the Bloodied Bride, Lucia

Start with a white dress, add red paint, crazy eyes, and a silvery soprano.