168 stories by "Tristan Bruns"
"Dames at Sea" is campy, goofy and rushes through Broadway tropes, but will leave you with a smile on your face and a song in your heart.
If you're looking for a period piece with all the trimmings, this one is for you. Great pacing, beautiful set and sound design and a cast of capricious characters make "The Wickhams: Christm…
For centuries, sound designers and engineers have been crafting soundscapes to enhance storytelling, evoke emotions and create immersive experiences, and the tradition not only lives on but …
If you're looking to uphold the tradition of seeing a Christmas show, "White Christmas" at Marriott Theatre is a solid choice.
Director Manny Buckley navigates Wilson's nuanced dialogue and perfectly timed beats of action in a play that should satisfy those new to the playwright and dedicated "Wilsonites" alike.
Remy Bumppo's "Dear Elizabeth" is a superb example of historical fiction and a fitting celebration of two prolific artists.
If you are looking for an eerie and bone-chilling way to celebrate Halloween, but gore-filled slasher movies aren't your thing, take a classier route and check out "Dracula" at BrightSide Th…
"Coronation" is a thoughtful roadmap for progressive politics on what not to do, and director and executive producer Wolff and company again exceed expectations"the end of civilization as we…
Few artists have faced as much backlash as Ben Vereen, star of stage and screen, who performed a tribute to legendary vaudevillian Bert Williams"the first Black actor to appear on Broadway"a…
That the play takes place in a bookstore, with books banned in other parts of the country on full display, feels appropriate.
A classy production that shines a new light on a woman who with poise and intelligence strove to maintain the trust of the British people.
The play about real-life creators is a reminder of what made Marvel great in the first place: the relatability of its heroes.
"The Normal Heart" is an important addition to the collective consciousness regarding the historic event of the AIDS crisis and a strong start for the next evolution of Redtwist Theatre.
Expressive dance capably performed in a natural setting, a free price tag and a forty-five-minute run time make "Portal" an exceptional choice for summertime family fun.
Kokandy Productions' take on Wonderland with "Alice by Heart" is as zany as its premise and brings Wonderland to life with creative set design, rock concert lighting and a cast that is not …
The next time you attend a live performance, and the performers motion to the back of the house, clap extra hard for the noble lighting designer, who works in darkness so that others may shi…
Uptown Music Theater must face the challenge of presenting one of the world's most beloved musicals and compete with audiences' expectations. Does Uptown deliver? The answer is an emphatic y…
"2 Pianos 4 Hands" dazzles with its mirth, wit, fast-paced dialogue, lovable characters and a long list of classic and contemporary musical works. Performances by LaSalle and McGloin are not…
From its tumultuous beginning to its thrilling denouement, "The Swan" sucks you in and holds your attention throughout the two-hour runtime.
For summer fun, bring your best lawn chairs and favorite libations to this latest recreation of a classic"it's to die for!
Super spicy food is not for everybody, but piquant plays are another matter. Prepare your palette and make the trip to Writers Theatre for an experience that is hot, hot, HOT!
"Little Bear Ridge Road" is an encouragement for all to move forward and embrace life simply by living it.
"1619: The Journey of a People" offers a concise history of the Black American experience in an easy-to-digest formula"with a few surprises thrown in.
Whether to celebrate Juneteenth, Black culture or Chicago pride"or for no reason at all"make it a point to catch "The Salon" at Black Ensemble Theater.
Based on the best-selling book by Khaled Hosseini, the story is split between 1970s Afghanistan and early-2000 San Francisco. Afghan refugee Amir reflects on his childhood in Kabul.
