She Built Herself a Home
Ahead of concerts at Steppenwolf and Ravinia, Kelli O’Hara reflects on her journey, artistry and breath work, and the “service” of performing.
All Stories About Steppenwolf Theatre Company
Questions and Anniversaries
This month in Chicago, a rundown of theatre companies’ anniversaries, a lament for Victory Gardens, and a celebration of disability representation.
How the 2 Sides of Lisa D’Amour Are Fused in ‘Frozen Section’
Her new play at the Catastrophic Theatre draws on both the experimental sensibility of PearlDamour and on the unsettled naturalism of ‘Detroit.’
Atlantic Theater Strike May Be Just the Beginning
A stagehands’ walkout at the Off-Broadway theatre is just one of several union efforts at nonprofit theatres nationwide.
A Song That Old Was Sung
This month, Gabriela describes visceral reactions to Chicago stages, Jerald highlights Steppenwolf, plus we get a Halloween preview from two local costume designers.
A Welcome for All
Inclusion in the theatre begins, but doesn’t end, with matching diverse programming and new audiences.
The Subtext: Samuel D. Hunter Writes His Way Home
This month Brian speaks with the busy playwright about dramatizing Idaho, promoting the film of ‘The Whale,’ and working on a new play at Steppenwolf.
Offscript: Harry Lennix & Ken-Matt Martin Rediscover August Wilson in Chicago
On this Chicago-themed episode, Rob and J.R. talk to the actor-director duo about staging August Wilson’s solo play, ‘How I Learned What I Learned,’ and check in with arts journalist Mike Davis.
Exploring an Ensemble’s ‘Purpose’
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’s world premiere play about a Black political dynasty is the latest in Steppenwolf’s lineage of explosive work crafted around their acting ensemble.
Winds of Change in the Windy City
AT’s new Chicago editors check in on happenings at theatres large and small: openings, closings, notable folks, and assorted chisme.
