From comedy and drama to musicals and dance, Chicago’s stages are alive with vibrant productions.
“Bright Star”: Steve Martin is best known as a comedian and actor, but he’s also an accomplished banjo player and roots musician. He’s won several Grammys, including one for the song “Love Has Come For You,” written with Edie Brickell. The duo also paired up to create this country/bluegrass-inspired musical, a tale of love and redemption set in the American South during the 1920s-40s. Directed and choreographed by Ericka Mac with music direction by Julie B. Nichols. Previews begin March 16, opens March 23; to May 5. BoHo Theatre at Greenhouse Theater Center, 2257 N. Lincoln, $35.
“Admissions”: Joshua Harmon’s family drama that takes aim at contemporary issues including while liberal guilt and political correctness; directed by Jeremy Wechsler. Previews begin March 21, opens April 1; to May 12. Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont, $12-$48.
“Best for Winter, being a short Shakespeare adapted from The Winter’s Tale and other works”: An exploration of classical fantasy with an impossible ending focusing on Shakespeare’s story of human beings living in a world broken by the acts of a man in power; adapted and directed by Evan Jackson. Previews begin March 21, opens March 23; to April 20. Idle Muse Theatre at The Edge Theater, 1133 W.
