John Baker

Review: BUG at Dirt Dogs Theatre Company
by Brett Cullum - May 20, 2025

They have managed to restage BUG for 2025, and boy, is it a doozy! You don’t want to miss this revival and reimagining of the Tracy Letts cult classic. The entire company goes for broke, and they create a fiery display of acting, visuals, and audio landscapes that will blow you back in your chair.

BUG Begins In May At Dirt Dogs Theatre Co.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2025

Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. (DDTCo.) closes out its ninth season with Bug, the cult thriller by Pulitzer Prize winner Tracy Letts. Co-directed by Malinda L. Beckham and Curtis Barber.

Photos: First look at Curtain Players’ WHOSE WIVES ARE THEY ANYWAY?
by Jerri Shafer - Mar 25, 2025

The Ashley Maureen Cosmetics Company has been sold and two of its vice presidents, David McGrachen and John Baker, have planned a weekend off before the new C.E.O. arrives on Monday. With their wives safely off on a shopping spree in New York City, they check into The Oakfield Golf and Country Club intending to 'golf their brains out.'

SWEET CHARITY Full Cast & Creative Team Unveiled At Blank Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2025

Blank Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the first show of their 2025 season, SWEET CHARITY, music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by Dorothy Fields, and a book by Neil Simon.

BLACKBIRD to be Presented at Dirt Dogs Theatre in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025

Kicking off 2025, Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. will present Blackbird, a gripping drama about the complexities of human connection, guilt, and redemption. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Music Theater Works' LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 26, 2024

Music Theater Works’ is presenting its third production of its 2024 season, Little Shop of Horrors, in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie, running through November 17. Check out production photos here!

Review: RACE is confronted by DIRT DOGS THEATRE CO
by Brett Cullum - Oct 21, 2024

It takes on the clash of white men, black men, and black women and fearlessly looks at all sides when confronted with a crime. Who will do the right thing? It’s a question that seems to hang over the country right now, so RACE could not come at a better time.

Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. Presents RACE This October
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2024

DIRT DOGS THEATRE CO. has announced their upcoming production of RACE, a provocative play by David Mamet.

Music Theater Works Announces Cast And Creative Team For LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2024

Music Theater Works announced the cast and creative team for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, running from October 24 to November 17. The production will feature direction by Rudy Hogenmiller and choreography by Clayton Cross.

Sun Valley Playwright's Residency Announces Fall 2024 Programming with The Argyros Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 6, 2024

Sun Valley Playwright’s Residency announced its 2024 lineup, featuring Max Posner, Rajiv Joseph, Sarah DeLappe, Samuel D. Hunter, Billie McBride, and Jeremy Shamos in Wood River Valley this October.

Vergennes Opera House Gets $2000 Gift for Marquee Restoration
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 30, 2024

The Friends of the Vergennes Opera House (VOH) were the happy recipients of a $2K award from Gaines Insurance Agency and Cooperative Insurance Cos. to go toward improvements and upkeep to the organization's marquee. Planned improvements include restoration and repairs as well as upgrades to the lighting.

Photos: Music Theater Works' CAROUSEL
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 10, 2024

Music Theater Works’ second production of its 2024 season, Carousel, in the Center Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts In Skokie is now playing through August 18. Check out photos here!

Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. to Present World Premiere of FRENZY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2024

Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. will present the world premiere of FRENZY, a gripping new play exploring human nature and survival instincts. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: Laurie Metcalf & Joe Mantello Talk LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD at Steppenwolf
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 20, 2024

Laurie Metcalf and Joe Mantello discuss Steppenwolf's LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD in the video here.

Photos: Inside Opening Night of LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD at Steppenwolf Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2024

See photos from opening night of Little Bear Ridge Road at Steppenwolf Theatre Company. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Laurie Metcalf Stars in Steppenwolf's LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD
by Joshua Wright - Jun 25, 2024

Get a first look at Steppenwolf Theatre Company's world premiere of Little Bear Ridge Road, an intimate drama by MacArthur Fellow Samuel D. Hunter (The Whale, A Bright New Boise), directed by Tony Award winner Joe Mantello (Wicked, Airline Highway). Check out all-new video of the production!

Review Roundup: LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD Starring Laurie Metcalf Opens at Steppenwolf
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2024

See what the critics are saying about Little Bear Ridge Road at Steppenwolf! Learn more about the show.

Music Theater Works Announces Cast And Creative Team For Rodgers And Hammerstein's CAROUSEL
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2024

Music Theater Works reveals the cast and creative team for the upcoming production of CAROUSEL, running from August 8 to 18.

Cast and Creative Team Set for CAROUSEL at Music Theatre Works
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2024

Music Theater Works has revealed the cast and creative team for the second production of its 2024 season, Carousel. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: First Look at Laurie Metcalf and More In LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD World Premiere at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2024

Steppenwolf Theatre Company concludes its 48th season with the highly anticipated world premiere of Little Bear Ridge Road, an intimate drama by MacArthur Fellow Samuel D. Hunter (The Whale, A Bright New Boise), directed by Tony Award winner Joe Mantello (Wicked, Airline Highway). See photos from the production.