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Gary Sinise Returns to Help Veterans Non-Profit

Jun 22

Jun 22 Gary Sinise Returns to Help Veterans Non-Profit

Theater Review: Laurie Metcalf Returns to Steppenwolf

Jul 5

Jul 5 Theater Review: Laurie Metcalf Returns to Steppenwolf

A Conversation With Steppenwolf Theatre Co-Founder Jeff Perry

May 25

May 25 A Conversation With Steppenwolf Theatre Co-Founder Jeff Perry

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with actor and Steppenwolf Theatre co-founder Jeff Perry to talk about returning to Chicago, the company’s new performance space and what’s next.

The Dueling Critics Return to In-Person Theatre

Jul 27

Jul 27 The Dueling Critics Return to In-Person Theatre

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, talk about their return to in-person theatre and review Oak Park Festival Theatre’s production of THE TEMPEST.

Paying Tribute: Tony Fitzpatrick Creates Mural For Steppenwolf

Jul 23

Jul 23 Paying Tribute: Tony Fitzpatrick Creates Mural For Steppenwolf

WDCB’s Gary Zidek catches up with artist Tony Fitzpatrick to talk about the mural he created for Steppenwolf Theatre’s new Arts & Education Center.

Theatre Beat: GOODS Review, Steppenwolf Change & More

May 12

May 12 Theatre Beat: GOODS Review, Steppenwolf Change & More

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid & Jonathan Abarbanel, review Artemisia Theater’s GOODS and discuss some recent local theater happenings.

Perfect Timing For Release of Steppenwolf's DUCHESS! DUCHESS! DUCHESS!

Mar 16

Mar 16 Perfect Timing For Release of Steppenwolf's DUCHESS! DUCHESS! DUCHESS!

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, join WDCB’s Gary Zidek to review Steppenwolf Theatre’s latest virtual release, DUCHESS! DUCHESS! DUCHESS!

Theatre Review: A Virtual Production & A Radio Play Take Center Stage

Nov 23

Nov 23 Theatre Review: A Virtual Production & A Radio Play Take Center Stage

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Steppenwolf Theatre’s new virtual production, WHAT IS LEFT, BURNS and Steep Theatre’s new audio play, MOONY.

Steppenwolf Creates Radio Play Adaptation of ANIMAL FARM

Oct 22

Oct 22 Steppenwolf Creates Radio Play Adaptation of ANIMAL FARM

WDCB’s Gary Zidek talks to some of the people involved with brining Steppenwolf For Young Adults’ new radio play adaptation of ANIMAL FARM to life.

Steppenwolf Theatre & Ladysmith Black Mambazo Join Creative Forces (Again)

Nov 11

Nov 11 Steppenwolf Theatre & Ladysmith Black Mambazo Join Creative Forces (Again)

WDCB’s Gary Zidek has the story of how Steppenwolf Theatre’s world premiere musical, LINDIWE, was born.

Early Autumn Chicago Theater Preview

Sep 4

Sep 4 Early Autumn Chicago Theater Preview

Casting a Ballot For Ms. Blakk

Jun 25

Jun 25 Casting a Ballot For Ms. Blakk

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Steppenwolf Theatre’s world premiere MS. BLAKK FOR PRESIDENT.

Theatre Review: THE CHILDREN

May 16

May 16 Theatre Review: THE CHILDREN

The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, review Steppenwolf Theatre’s production of THE CHILDREN.

Steppenwolf Unveils Expansion Plans

Mar 8

Mar 8 Steppenwolf Unveils Expansion Plans

Steppenwolf unveiled plans for a new 50,000 square foot building that will feature a new in-the-round theater space, a dedicated education floor and additional social areas. WDCB’s Gary Zidek has the story.

The Dueling Critics Review Steppenwolf's LA RUTA

Jan 22

Jan 22 The Dueling Critics Review Steppenwolf's LA RUTA

The Dueling Critics 2.0, Jonathan Abarbanel and Kerry Reid, review Steppenwolf Theatre’s world premiere, LA RUTA.