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.
BIG RED & THE BOYS present Big Red & The Boys, The Archival Concert an On-Demand experience to Get Your Holiday On..at home!
For ten years, Big Red & The Boys have become a beloved holiday tradition nationwide. And since their usual bicoastal tour was not an option this year, they are finally letting you take them home with you this holiday season! You heard me! For that perfect mix of naughty & nice, Big Red (Meghan Murphy) and The Boys (John Francisco, Nick Davio, Patrick Andrews & TJ Chernick) serenade you into the new year with unprecedented joy, tight harmonies, clever originals and a classically nostalgic sound. Everything from Irving Berlin to Destiny s Child can be found in this genre-defying party celebrating chosen family and a new home for the holidays.
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