Spotlight on Reviews

**** Highly Recommended  "Chopin in Winter" is a poignant story about childhood memories written by Stuart Dybel and imaginatively stage and directed by Dexter Bullard. Set in an apartment building on 18th Street in Pilson, it is a uniquely Chicago story. 15 pieces of Chopin’s music, beautifully played by Pianist Jana Pavlovska, add a special feeling to the story. 4 Spotlights

**** Highly Recommended  I really enjoyed "Operation Mincemeat" playing at the CIBC Theatre through October 11th. It had me laughing from the first minute. It’s a very British comedy – in a Monty Python/Benny Hill kind of way. The music is lively, the lyrics are clever and kind of tricky, and the cast of five is really quite brilliant. This one’s a must-see. 4 BIG Spotlights

**** Recommended  The Goodman Theatre & The 7 Fingers’ production of "The Attic – Things I’ve Seen While Lying On My Back" is one of the most creative shows I’ve seen in a long time. As I was watching, I had a case of Cirque de Soleil déjà vu. Of course, this is Shana Caroll’s tale of landmark moments in her life – and she was a trapeze artist at Cirque – so it all made sense. At any rate, this show is a must-see.  4 Spotlights

**** Highly Recommended  The Joffrey Ballet’s production of "Liliom: A Ballet by John Neumeier" is unique, elegant, romantic, dramatic, magnificent. Just when I think I’ve seen the best Joffrey can offer, they create something even better! Their ability to tell a complicated story without ever saying a word is unparalleled. In addition to classic ballet, Neumeier brought in elements of modern dance, jazz dance, acrobatics, even gymnastics to convey the story. "Liliom" is a masterpiece. C’est magnifique! 4 BIG Spotlights