Theatre with a side of life
The Comrades present the world premiere of ROAST. Playwright Harry Wood tells the tale of a comedian who committed suicide. His death wish is that his memorial be conducted like a roast. He wants his family and fellow comedians to make him the target of jokes as a final remembrance. Although the premise is clever and ...
The Comrades present the Midwest Premiere of WARRIOR CLASS. In between the Kavanaugh hearings and the midterm election, Chicago has the opportunity to experience the ugly realities behind politics. Playwright Kenneth Lin tells the tale of an aspiring councilman wanting to run for congress. The obstacle to his success is his ex-college girlfriend. Lin unravels the ...