Conor mcshane is a chicago based playwright, actor, and musician. The holiday season is a time typically associated with giving, but the house theatres adaptation of the nutcracker stands out by being a musical about loss. The nutcracker demonstrates the best attributes of the house theatre of chicago s original formula heart, whimsy, charm, rich humor, and clear storytelling utilizing puppets, music, terrific lighting and honest humor. When stripped away of all its usual 1950ish tchaikovsky tinsel, the nutcracker, as imagined by the house theatre of chicago and adhering closely to e. Nov 14, 2019 the house theatre of chicagos balletfree production of the nutcracker has been nontraditional from the getgo, incorporating original musical numbers and puppetry as well as leaning. The house theatre of chicago s nonballet, modern interpretation of e. The house theatre of chicago s nonballet version of the nutcracker transforms e. Weve collected the best nutcracker performances happening in chicago and the suburbs. The house theatre of chicago is a nonprofit, ensemble theatre company in chicago, il. Nov 18, 2019 but such a person would clearly have missed the heartfelt wonder that is the house theatre of chicagos 10th anniversary production of the nutcracker, based on e. Happy holidays from all of us at the nutcracker and the house. Rough house is committed to connecting individuals and communities through art that celebrates the weird things that make us unique, and the weirder things that bring us together.
The house theatre of chicago presents the nutcracker. The house theatre of chicago once again brings holiday cheer for the whole family with its eighth annual engagement of the alloriginal, balletfree the nutcracker playing at the chopin theatre. Htoc photo the house theatre of chicago has announced its 201920 season, the 18th for the chicago company. The holiday season is a time typically associated with giving, but the house theatre s adaptation of the nutcracker stands out by being a musical about loss. Review the nutcracker at house theatre of chicago performink.
The house theatre of chicago is proud to announce a special onenightonly concert by jason narducy, the composer of their hit rock musical verboten, on saturday, march 14 at 8. Oct 12, 2017 the house theatre of chicago once again brings holiday cheer for the whole family with its eighth annual engagement of the alloriginal, balletfree the nutcracker playing at the chopin theatre. The nutcracker at the house theatre of chicago theater. Wheeldons acclaimed turnofthecentury tale opens on christmas eve, 1892, mere months before the grand opening of the 1893 worlds fair, as young marie and her mother prepare for a christmas eve potluck celebration. The house theatre of chicago s original, balletfree version of the nutcracker returns to chicago s chopin theatre mainstage with its fantastical deconstruction of e. Hoffmanns tale has become a holiday favorite since its debut in 2007. The house theatre of chicago once again brings holiday cheer with its sixth annual return of the alloriginal, familyfriendly the nutcracker playing at the the chopin theatre upstairs theatre. With the help of a magical nutcracker, this brave girl will risk the darkness, fight the rat king, and save her family. Hoffman, this production of the nutcracker follows young claras amaris sanchez journey to save her familys christmas in the face of grief.
This production validates the soul with its sensitive and understanding approach to human fallibility in times of unrest. The house theatre of chicagos original, balletfree version of the nutcracker returns to chicagos chopin theatre mainstage with its fantastical deconstruction. The house theatre of chicago performing amazing feats of. Click the image below to view the nutcracker digital program book. Ten years have passed since the house theatre of chicago first presented their original, contemporary version of e. House theatre of chicagos originalscript production of the nutcracker demanded moving, changing scenery that magically transformed the set at the push of a button. Alex huntsberger the house theatre of chicago at the chopin, 1543 west division, 7737693832. The house theatre of chicago brings in the holiday season. Appearing again at the chopin theatre, and featuring all new puppets, the nutcracker is fastpaced, beautifully choreographed, familyfriendly, and moving, even for those of us that might be on the grinchs side from time to time. During the house theatre s innovative reimagining of e. Ohio school apologizes for marching 8thgraders on chicago.
Established in 2003, theatreland offers the largest individual collection of websites providing complete, impartial guides to all the theatrical, musical and performance arts events and venues in the worlds greatest theatre cities, from new yorks broadway to londons west end and from the showrooms of las vegas to shakespeares. Itll pull at your heartstrings while hitting your funny bone. The house theatre of chicago once again brings holiday cheer for the whole family with its seventh annual engagement of the alloriginal, balletfree the nutcracker playing at the chopin theatre. From house theatre of chicago in response to the mandate issued by the state of illinois and city of chicago on march 12, the house theatre of chicago has no other course of action than to cancel the remainder of the run of verboten, as well as the onenight concert a night of songs and stories with verboten composer jason narducy. The nutcracker chopin theatre the house theatre of chicago s original, balletfree version of the nutcracker returns to chicago s chopin theatre mainstage with its fantastical deconstruction of e. Groundbreaking, visionary and oh so clever, the house theatre s nutcracker is a gift that continues to give. Critics choice the best holiday theater does one thing far better than luxury shopping. Dec 19, 2018 grief is a shadowy guest at many holiday tables. During a show, i normally scribble observations, phrases i want to remember, notes on this lighting cue or that line reading. Division, chicago celebrating a full decade of making holiday memories with more than 30,000 audience members, the house brings this wholly original, balletfree show back for its 10th anniversary production. After last seasons powerful united fight 232 and the fanciful season 15 kickoff a comedical tragedy for mister punch, the house theatre has established itself the premiere art house in chicago. The house s fantastical expansion of this holiday classic centers on young claras journey to save christmas in the face of grief. House theatre of chicago updates nutcracker with nontraditional. Ive come to the conclusion that holiday shows are especially important this season.
The house theatre of chicago is a 501c3 notforprofit organization and is proud to present original plays and immersive events in service of its mission to unite chicago in the spirit of community through amazing feats of storytelling. Phenomenally designed and expertly cast, the house theatre s the nutcracker is sure to fill hearts with laughter and eyes with tears. The nutcracker at the house theatre of chicago youtube. The house theatre of chicagos balletfree production of the nutcracker asks the audience to invest their hearts in a deeply emotional story. The house s balletfree version of this holiday classic centers on young claras journey to save. The nutcrackerthe house theatre of chicago newcity. The nutcracker demonstrates the best attributes of the house theatre of chicagos original formula heart, whimsy, charm, rich humor, and clear storytelling utilizing puppets, music, terrific lighting and honest humor.
House theatre of chicago presents 10th anniversary production of the nutcracker. The house theatre of chicago has announced casting for its annual balletfree production of the nutcracker. The house was founded in 2001 by a group of friends from the british american drama academy and southern methodist university with the mission of exploring the ideas of community and storytelling in order to create a unique theatrical experience for audience members. Nov 15, 2015 offloop it may be but the nutcracker is nevertheless undeniably on point.
The house theatre of chicago s balletfree production of the nutcracker has been nontraditional from the getgo, incorporating original musical numbers and puppetry as well as leaning. Offloop it may be but the nutcracker is nevertheless undeniably on point. Clara amaris sanchez marvels at the magical gift of a nutcracker made to look just like her brother, fritz, in the house theatre of chicagos. Hoffmanns 1816 tale the nutcracker and the mouse king. The house theatre of chicago s balletfree production of the nutcracker has been nontraditional from the getgo, incorporating original musical numbers and puppetry as. The house is chicago s premier home for intimate experiences of epic story and stagecraft. The nutcracker chopin theatre chicago theatre in chicago.
The magic of the season takes hold when a visit from the. A hoffmans dark original, is a riveting tale of a family in shock, with parents immobilized by the grief of losing their soldier son fritz. The house theatre of chicagos original, balletfree version of the nutcracker returns to chicagos chopin theatre mainstage with its fantastical deconstruction of e. The nutcracker at the house theatre of chicago duration. Check out clips, trailers, and behindthescenes footage fro. The house theatre of chicagos the nutcracker a modern.
The fourth walsh highly recommended it will bring your family closer together. The house theatre of chicago performs amazing feats of original storytelling, live and up close. Nov 19, 2019 house theatre presents 10 th anniversary of the nutcracker based on the original story by e. The house theatre of chicagos nonballet version of the nutcracker transforms e. The house theatre of chicago announces cast for annual. Hoffmann holiday standard the nutcracker and the mouse king marks a selfdescribed new tradition for the tenyearold company. Dec 29, 2019 click the image below to view the nutcracker digital program book. Oct 08, 2018 the house theatre of chicago has announced casting for its annual balletfree production of the nutcracker. Where to see the nutcracker in chicago and the suburbs. The house theatre of chicago presents the nutcracker, starring carolyn defrin, jake minton, joey steakley, michael e.
The house theatre of chicago verboten at the house facebook. Playing at the chopin theatre, 1543 w division st in chicago through december 29, 2019. The house theatre of chicago brings back the hit holiday production with its annual engagement of the nutcracker, an alloriginal, balletfree and familyfriendly production playing at the chopin. But such a person would clearly have missed the heartfelt wonder that is the house theatre of chicago s 10th anniversary production of the nutcracker, based on e.
Productions like emerald citys a charlie brown christmas and the house theatre s balletfree kid fantasy the nutcracker may seem irrelevant at first glance in todays harsh political climate. Hoffmanns classic christmas story, my pen stayed in my purse. The nutcracker chopin theatre the houses fantastical deconstruction of this timehonored holiday story centers on claras journey to save her family from the. The nutcracker by house theatre of chicago, with haley seda clara and cast in 2017. Automationdirects extensive line of pneumatic and electrical components helped us realize these design elements easily, elegantly, and reliably. Division, chicago, il 60642 performances of the magic parlour at palmer house hilton, 17 e monroe st, chicago il 60603 offices located at the house theatre of chicago, 4020 n rockwell st, chicago il 60618. The house theatre of chicago brings in the holiday season with the nutcracker.
Productions like emerald citys a charlie brown christmas and the house theatres balletfree kid fantasy the nutcracker may seem irrelevant at first glance in todays harsh political climate. In its seventh year, trivia night welcomes guests for an evening of fun and friendly competition. The house theatre celebrates 10 years of the nutcracker. House theatre puts a fresh spin on spirited 10th anniversary production of the nutcracker unlike many of its cheery counterparts, the show still reflects the darker side of e. Nov 27, 2019 the nutcracker by house theatre of chicago. On the contrary, both feature characters that are reluctant to. Experience the nutcracker with new design elements and an updated script. After the incident, students from notre dame academy reached out to house theatre and some of the actors in the show via. Nov 18, 2014 oh, and then theres a little thing called christmas spirit. A native of michigan, conors plays have been produced by numerous companies throughout his home state, including tipping point theatre, fancy pants theater, western michigan university, and at the renegade theatre festival. Oct 25, 2019 weve collected the best nutcracker performances happening in chicago and the suburbs. House theatre of chicago updates nutcracker with non. The house theatre of chicago announce the return of the. House theatre of chicago presents the nutcracker house theatre of chicago presents 10th anniversary production of the nutcracker.
Hoffmans classic story, the nutcracker and the mouse king. Running through december 29, 2019 at the chopin theatre. There is a reason some holiday shows come back year after year and become chicago staples at christmastime. Review the nutcracker at the house theatre performink. Ensemble members of the house theatre of chicagos the nutcracker. The house theatre of chicago will celebrate the 10th anniversary of the annual hit production the nutcracker, an alloriginal, balletfree and familyfriendly production playing at the chopin. Check out the full list below to find a show perfect for your whole family. Nov 20, 2018 the house theatre of chicago posits that instead of drowning, dismissing, or denying grief, that we bring it into the light. Showing at the chopin theatre november 3december 30, 2017. Ensemble members of the house theatre of chicago s the nutcracker. The house theatre of chicago announces cast for annual family.
With lots of humor and heart, this fresh theatrical interpretation centers on young claras journey to save christmas following her brothers death. The 2018 ensemble features many returning faces including ben hertel as hugo. With lots of humor and heart, this fresh theatrical interpretation centers on young claras journey to save christmas following. During the house theatres innovative reimagining of e. Created by phillip klapperich, jake minton, kevin odonnell and tommy rapley directed and choreographed by tommy rapley. The house theatre of chicago announces the cast of the.
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