Welcome back to another episode of Show & Tell! First up, The Joffery Ballet concludes its 69th season with "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland." Hear from Artistic Director Ashley Wheater about this magical journey! Next, Ronnie Marmo is back in Chicago!  We’ll talk with Ronnie about directing "Bill W. and Dr. Bob" at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts. Then, Kathy Lin invites you to the grooviest party of the summer - The Auditorium Theatre’s “Bea Hive Bash” - a 1960’s-themed celebration honoring the theatre's re-opening in 1967. Finally, the Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre presents its Spring 2025 Concert Series at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts.

Welcome back to another episode of Show &amp; Tell! First up, The Joffery Ballet concludes its 69th season with "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland." Hear from Artistic Director Ashley Wheater about this magical journey! Next,&nbsp;Ronnie Marmo is back in Chicago!&nbsp; We&rsquo;ll talk with Ronnie about directing "Bill W. and Dr. Bob" at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts. Then, Kathy Lin invites you to the grooviest party of the summer - The Auditorium Theatre&rsquo;s &ldquo;Bea Hive Bash&rdquo; - a 1960&rsquo;s-themed celebration honoring the theatre's re-opening in 1967. Finally, the Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre presents its Spring 2025 Concert Series at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts.

"Show and Tell" with Andrea Darlas is a local arts and entertainment podcast hosted by Chicago media personality, Andrea Darlas. Every week Andrea will tell you about a new play or musical or exhibit a museum… something cultural in our community!

Show & Tell with Andrea Darlas

Show & Tell Ep. 156: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Ronnie Marmo, Cerqua Rivera and the Bea Hive Bash

The critically acclaimed Topdog/Underdogcontinues its run at the Steppenwolf Theatre this fall. Andrea talks to actor, producer, and co-artistic director Glenn Davis about this emotional performance, Glenn’s commitment to Chicago theatre and what it means to be performing at the Steppenwolf.  Runs at Steppenwolf's Downstairs Theater through November 1st.  Tickets and information: Steppenwolf.org

 

Waitressis coming back to Chicago this fall!  Andrea talks to one of the stars of the show - Jason Whitton, who plays Cal. Jason talks about the show’s message of empowerment, change  – and of course, plenty of pie!  This hit musical features an amazing score by Grammy award-winning artist Sara Bareilles. Waitress plays at the Nederlander Theater through October 18th. Tickets and information: broadwayinchicago.com

 

Babes with Blades Theatre Company presents King Learat Theater Wit. Andrea talks to co-artistic director Hayley Rice about this production, which features a “verbal joust” between King Lear and his three daughters over who loves him the most!  Runs through November 21st. Tickets and information: babeswithblades.org

 

The Military Miniature Society of Illinois (MMSI) hosts its 51st annual Chicago show on October 16th and 17th.  Andrea talks with MMSI president Joe Berton about the longevitiy of the show and head judge, MMSI secretary and Chicago media legend Jim DeRogatis about the work he’ll be displaying as well as how they both got into this intricate-  and mind-blowing work!  Tickets and information: military-miniature-society-illinois.com.

 

Finally, Andrea talks to producer, host, actress and podcaster Corrbette Pasko. Corrbette talks about a super cool forum she’s founded - Write Club Chicago, which showcases the best writer-performers in the city in an all-out word brawl they call “Literature as Bloodsport.” Check out “Write Club Chicago” at the GMan Tavern at 3740 N. Clark St – and see Corrbette's rock band perform on 10/20.  Information: writeclubnation.com

The critically acclaimed Topdog/Underdog continues its run at the Steppenwolf Theatre this fall. Andrea talks to actor, producer, and co-artistic director Glenn Davis about this emotional performance, Glenn&rsquo;s commitment to Chicago theatre and what it means to be performing at the Steppenwolf.&nbsp; Runs at Steppenwolf's Downstairs Theater through November 1st.&nbsp; Tickets and information: <a href="http://steppenwolf.org/">Steppenwolf.org</a>
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Waitress is coming back to Chicago this fall!&nbsp; Andrea talks to one of the stars of the show - Jason Whitton, who plays Cal. Jason talks about the show&rsquo;s message of empowerment, change&nbsp; &ndash; and of course, plenty of pie!&nbsp; This hit musical features an amazing score by Grammy award-winning artist Sara Bareilles. Waitress plays at the Nederlander Theater through October 18th. Tickets and information: <a href="http://broadwayinchicago.com/">broadwayinchicago.com</a>
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Babes with Blades Theatre Company presents King Lear at Theater Wit. Andrea talks to co-artistic director Hayley Rice about this production, which features a &ldquo;verbal joust&rdquo; between King Lear and his three daughters over who loves him the most!&nbsp; Runs through November 21st. Tickets and information: <a href="http://babeswithblades.org/">babeswithblades.org</a>
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The Military Miniature Society of Illinois (MMSI) hosts its 51st annual Chicago show on October 16th and 17th.&nbsp; Andrea talks with MMSI president Joe Berton about the longevitiy of the show and head judge, MMSI secretary and Chicago media legend Jim DeRogatis about the work he&rsquo;ll be displaying as well as how they both got into this intricate-&nbsp; and mind-blowing work!&nbsp; Tickets and information: <a href="http://military-miniature-society-illinois.com/">military-miniature-society-illinois.com</a>.
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Finally, Andrea talks to producer, host, actress and podcaster Corrbette Pasko. Corrbette talks about a super cool forum she&rsquo;s founded - Write Club Chicago, which showcases the best writer-performers in the city in an all-out word brawl they call &ldquo;Literature as Bloodsport.&rdquo; Check out &ldquo;Write Club Chicago&rdquo; at the GMan Tavern at 3740 N. Clark St &ndash; and see Corrbette's rock band perform on 10/20.&nbsp; Information: <a href="http://writeclubnation.com/">writeclubnation.com</a>

Show & Tell, Ep. 227: "Topdog/Underdog", "Waitress", "King Lear", the Military Miniature Society of Illinoi  & Corrbette Pasko

The Tony® and Olivier Award®-winning Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical is now playing at the CIBC Theatre as part of its North American World Tour.  Andrea talks to actor Jake Bentley Young - one of 5 actors playing 86 characters! Jake talks about the show’s fanbase, the “Mincefluencers”, the challenges of playing more than a dozen characters and his favorite things about Chicago.  Runs through October 11th.  Tickets and information: broadwayinchicago.com

 

Comedian Brad Williams is bringing his comedic musings to the Chicago Theatre on October 16thas part of his “Tall Tales Tour”.  Brad talks to Andrea about Chicago being “an iconic” comedy city, other comedians he loves and who influenced him, people he needs to see in Chicago (Sarah Spain!) - and his new TV special.  Tickets and information: msg.com

 

Grab a cheeseburger and head to paradise as Music Theater Works presents Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville!  Andrea talks to co-diector and co-choregrapher Brenda Didier about this laid-back and carefree journey to a Caribbean island resort filled with sun, sand, fun, and of course margaritas.  Runs through 11/1. Tickets and information:  musictheaterworks.com

 

Remy Bumppo’s 30th anniversary season continues with “Mud Row” at Theatre Wit.  Director Malkia Stampley joins Andrea to talk about this powerful story of two generations of sisters who protect – and defy- their legacy in this funny, thrilling and hopeful play by Dominique Morisseau. Runs through 11/15. Tickets and information: theaterwit.org

The Tony&reg; and Olivier Award&reg;-winning Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical is now playing at the CIBC Theatre as part of its North American World Tour.&nbsp; Andrea talks to actor Jake Bentley Young - one of 5 actors playing 86 characters! Jake talks about the show&rsquo;s fanbase, the &ldquo;Mincefluencers&rdquo;, the challenges of playing more than a dozen characters and his favorite things about Chicago.&nbsp; Runs through October 11th.&nbsp; Tickets and information: <a href="http://broadwayinchicago.com/">broadwayinchicago.com</a>
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Comedian Brad Williams is bringing his comedic musings to the Chicago Theatre on October 16thas part of his &ldquo;Tall Tales Tour&rdquo;.&nbsp; Brad talks to Andrea about Chicago being &ldquo;an iconic&rdquo; comedy city, other comedians he loves and who influenced him, people he needs to see in Chicago (Sarah Spain!) - and his new TV special.&nbsp; Tickets and information: <a href="http://msg.com/">msg.com</a>
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Grab a cheeseburger and head to paradise as Music Theater Works presents Jimmy Buffett&rsquo;s Escape to Margaritaville!&nbsp; Andrea talks to co-diector and co-choregrapher Brenda Didier about this laid-back and carefree journey to a Caribbean island resort filled with sun, sand, fun, and of course margaritas.&nbsp; Runs through 11/1. Tickets and information:&nbsp; <a href="http://musictheaterworks.com/">musictheaterworks.com</a>
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Remy Bumppo&rsquo;s 30th anniversary season continues with &ldquo;Mud Row&rdquo; at Theatre Wit.&nbsp; Director Malkia Stampley joins Andrea to talk about this powerful story of two generations of sisters who protect &ndash; and defy- their legacy in this funny, thrilling and hopeful play by Dominique Morisseau. Runs through 11/15. Tickets and information: <a href="http://theaterwit.org/">theaterwit.org</a>

Show & Tell, Ep. 226:  “Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical”, Comedian Brad Williams, Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville and “Mud Row” at Theatre Wit. 

Just in time for Halloween, the Idle Muse Theatre Company presents Witch. Andrea talks to Director Libby Beyreis about this powerful performance where the Devil comes to town and starts making promises to folks in town in exchange for their souls- the only one not buying it is the town witch!  It’s a story of what to hope…and what to hope for!  Runs through October 10th at the Edge Off Broadway, 1133 W. Catalpa.  Tickets and information: idlemuse.org

 

Next up, “Ride the Cyclone” storms into the Metropolis Theatre.  Andrea talks to Director Lilian Castillo who describes it as a “kooky 90-minute musical that’s a little bit of everything and at the same time nothing you’ve ever seen in your life”.  Think of 6 kids who die in an amusement park accident - and one gets to come back to life!  Runs through October 18th. Tickets and information: metropolisarts.com

 

What started out as a homework assignment has turned into an international sensation - “I’m Going to Marry You Tobey McGuire”.  Andrea talks to playwright Samantha Hurley about her first play – which has gone from Broadway, to London and now to Chicago at the Den Theatre - through October 31st.  Sam talks about being raised on the east coast, moving to Chicago and keeping this story alive which anyone who subscribed to Teen Beat and Tiger Beat can relate to! Tickets and information: thedentheatre.com

 

Next up, Ballets Jazz Montreal presents Dance Me: The Music of Leonard Cohen at the Auditorium Theatre on November 7th.  Andrea talks to BJM Company Director Alexandra Damiani about this tribute to the artistry of fellow Montrealer, singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen on the 10-year anniversary of Cohen’s death.  Ticket and information: auditoriumtheatre.org

 

In recognition of World Alzheimer’s Day and ahead of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Chicago, Jet’s Pizza is partnering with the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter to raise awareness and support families affected by dementia.  Andrea talks to CEO Dave Falato joins Andrea to talk about his personal connection to this cause.  Now through Halloween, dozens of Chicagoland Jet’s locations will offer purple sugar-topped Alzheimer’s Association Cinnamon Stix, donating 10% of proceeds to fund local care, support programs, and Alzheimer’s research.  Visit www.jetspizza.com.

 

Just in time for Halloween, the Idle Muse Theatre Company presents Witch. Andrea talks to Director Libby Beyreis about this powerful performance where the Devil comes to town and starts making promises to folks in town in exchange for their souls- the only one not buying it is the town witch!&nbsp; It&rsquo;s a story of what to hope&hellip;and what to hope for!&nbsp; Runs through October 10th at the Edge Off Broadway, 1133 W. Catalpa.&nbsp; Tickets and information: <a href="http://idlemuse.org/">idlemuse.org</a>
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Next up, &ldquo;Ride the Cyclone&rdquo; storms into the Metropolis Theatre.&nbsp; Andrea talks to Director Lilian Castillo who describes it as a &ldquo;kooky 90-minute musical that&rsquo;s a little bit of everything and at the same time nothing you&rsquo;ve ever seen in your life&rdquo;.&nbsp; Think of 6 kids who die in an amusement park accident - and one gets to come back to life!&nbsp; Runs through October 18th. Tickets and information: <a href="http://metropolisarts.com/">metropolisarts.com</a>
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What started out as a homework assignment has turned into an international sensation - &ldquo;I&rsquo;m Going to Marry You Tobey McGuire&rdquo;.&nbsp; Andrea talks to playwright Samantha Hurley about her first play &ndash; which has gone from Broadway, to London and now to Chicago at the Den Theatre - through October 31st.&nbsp; Sam talks about being raised on the east coast, moving to Chicago and keeping this story alive which anyone who subscribed to Teen Beat and Tiger Beat can relate to! Tickets and information: <a href="http://thedentheatre.com/">thedentheatre.com</a>
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Next up, Ballets Jazz Montreal presents Dance Me: The Music of Leonard Cohen at the Auditorium Theatre on November 7th.&nbsp; Andrea talks to BJM Company Director Alexandra Damiani about this tribute to the artistry of fellow Montrealer, singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen on the 10-year anniversary of Cohen&rsquo;s death.&nbsp; Ticket and information: <a href="http://www.auditoriumtheatre.org/">auditoriumtheatre.org</a>
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In recognition of World Alzheimer&rsquo;s Day and ahead of the Walk to End Alzheimer&rsquo;s Chicago, Jet&rsquo;s Pizza is partnering with the Alzheimer&rsquo;s Association Illinois Chapter to raise awareness and support families affected by dementia.&nbsp; Andrea talks to CEO Dave Falato joins Andrea to talk about his personal connection to this cause.&nbsp; Now through Halloween, dozens of Chicagoland Jet&rsquo;s locations will offer purple sugar-topped Alzheimer&rsquo;s Association Cinnamon Stix, donating 10% of proceeds to fund local care, support programs, and Alzheimer&rsquo;s research.&nbsp; Visit <a href="http://www.jetspizza.com/">www.jetspizza.com</a>.
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Show & Tell, Ep. 225: Witch at the Idle Muse Theatre, “Ride the Cyclone” at the Metropolis Theatre, Ballets Jazz Montréal’s Leonard Cohen tribute at the Auditorium Theatre, "I'm Going to Marry You Tobey McGuire" at the Den, and Jet’s Pizza recognizes Alzheimer's Awareness month

Show & Tell Ep. 156: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Ronnie Marmo, Cerqua Rivera and the Bea Hive Bash

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