Local theater proves resilient, resourceful in year defined by pandemic, civil unrest First Folio Theatre was among the theaters that streamed previous productions in the wake of the COVID-19-related shutdowns. The Oak Brook theater streamed its 2013 premiere of Cymbeline: A Folk Tale With Music featuring Ryan Czerwonko, left, Kate McDermott (kneeling), Ronald Keaton and Tyler Rich. Courtesy of David Rice
Posted12/25/2020 6:00 AM
During a year defined by a global pandemic and civil unrest, Chicago-area theater was marked by anxiety, resilience and the recognition that when it comes to equity and inclusion on city and suburban stages, artists and organizations have more work to do.