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 Thursday, Dec 21 It's ok if you're not yet feeling the holiday spirit. It's been a dramatic year. Luckily, the annual Theater Loop holiday video has arrived. How many Chicago actors, designers and administrators can you spot in this year's video? |
| Here are the best Chicago shows of 2017, ranked in order. From storefront stages to the Goodman and Steppenwolf, these shows articulated our current moment and felt like they mattered the most. |
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| Lists are fun. Here's another one from Kerry Reid, featuring the top-10 best shows in off-Loop theater. Everything from world premieres to classic revivals are included in this rousing array of productions. |
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| The formidable work that appears in this top-10 list was something to experience. We hope you also had the pleasure. Did your favorite performance of the year make the cut? |
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| This strikingly original new plays asks whether music can restore your sanity. We won't spoil the answer here. But know that Rylance remains the most live and incomparably immersed performer. |
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| This blast of a comedy at Steppenwolf features a hugely likable quartet of pals, living in New York City while simultaneously being African-American, female and less than 25 years old. Read on for the 3.5-star review. |
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| Black Ensemble Theater's new show is about one of the greatest entertainers ever. Luckily, a talented cast steps up to the challenge. Go check out what Mr. Entertainment spawned. |
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