Hedy Weiss: It is inspired by a true story --the sad descent of a pair of mother-and-daughter relatives of Jackie Bouvier Kennedy, who plummeted from New York socialite glory to a half-demented, penniless existence and were the focus of a 1973 documentary film by the Maysles brothers. Yet the 2006 Broadway musical version of "Grey Gardens," which is very much its own ingenious creation, might easily be mistaken for a modern-day Grimm Brothers fairy tale that hauntingly unspools in reverse.
Musical family secrets cultivate 'Grey Gardens' Chicago dancer glad to be in step with Rockettes Circle Theatre's 'Blondes' will leave you breathless Speaking with Sherman Edwards and Kevin Miller 'Midsummer Night' a dream come true for director The mix: Really cool things to do
Familiarity breeds love for 'Porgy' Broadway in Chicago 2009 tickets on sale this week Theater listings
Collaboraction's 'Jon' has finger on pulse of our robotic, materialistic society 'Dublin Carol' extended through Jan. 4 C.S. Lewis' 110th sparks party, discussion at 'Screwtape' Kid discount offered for Radio City Christmas show
Two Chicago legends get rousing sendoffs 'Dreamgirls' tour to launch at the Apollo Congo war's atrocities hit home with 'Ruined' Hellman's 'Garden' doesn't bring out the best in characters, story 'Wicked' dream may come true
Examining an aging drunk's DNA Studs Terkel memorial to be broadcast on radio
'Ruined' a cruel story of women in Congo
Baring the heart, soul of 'Gatsby'
From 'CSI' to Steppenwolf, William Petersen's journey Lifes not a beach for in-demand Morton Black conservative struggles in Gibbons' latest racial play Kalember psyched for comedic 'Dinner' role Theater listings
Company loves misery in Chekhov's stories 'Radio Macbeth' an intriguing stage potion
Artistic Home finds 'Angel' on shoulder
'Morning' dawns on failing marriages Gay arts group sues Milwaukee over 'Naked Boys' not singing Comics salute Carlin for his jokes and his stance
Dance Chicago offers a smorgasbord in many guises New 'Rob Roy' musical to play Arie Crown For those who know the tale, 'Radio Macbeth' a potent potion
A 'Gatsby' greater than sum of its parts
'Tomorrow Morning' examines fine art of marriage and divorce 'Jew Grows' on memory lane for those with similar backgrounds Cheech & Chong are sparking each other again Playwright gets first sweet smell of success With legacy secure, Pegasus founder Crewdson steps down as director
'Yasser' turns up the heat on frightened actor Chat arts today at 12:30 p.m. with Hedy Weiss 'Seven Days' obstacles are too Steep Stage notes: Joffrey school sets Jan. 5 launch date
A take-no-prisoners approach to 'Celebrity'
A black conservative struggles in Gibbons' latest racial play Jane Fonda returns to Broadway in '33 Variations' Songs, singers excel, but story can be murky
If there's an office below, 'Thugs' knows it
Dance Chicago opens a window to the world Timely 'Tortuga' takes terror into boardroom Lily Tomlin and characters evolve with the times Speaking with Jake Ehrenreich 'Mame' is 'custom-made' for tough times Redtwist Theatre has solid foundation Scary stage shows haunt theaters Theater wishes coming true for 'Aladdin' star 'Caveman' set for two shows at Centre East Dress like the King, get free show tickets Treats in store for audience at Mercury tonight Angel hopes to bless cursed magic show in Vegas
Joffrey Ballet co-founder Gerald Arpino dies at 85 An altogether ooky opening is bound for Ford Center
Steppenwolf series makes intriguing changes
'Wicked' on its way out, but boasting big numbers
