Adam Wesley Brown

BWW Review: HAND TO GOD at Copley Theatre

A puppet show not for children.

BWW Review: Big Love for AS YOU LIKE IT at the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre

At the crossroads of the Bard and Beatlemania lies the fantastic As You Like It. Full disclosure: I’m smack-dab in the middle of the target audience, where the Shakespeare-loving (or at least willing) meet Beatles fans. But I believe this genre-mashup would be terrific fun for anyone. The show takes a classic Shakespearean rom-com and threads Beatles songs throughout. And yes, it totally works.

AS YOU LIKE IT With A Twist Announced At Milwaukee Rep

Milwaukee Repertory Theater presents William Shakespeare's As You Like It in a new adaptation by Daryl Cloran in the Quadracci Powerhouse, February 15 – March 20, 2022. T

Chicago Shakespeare Announces 2021/22 Productions & Programs

Chicago Shakespeare Theater announces the return of in-person performances at the Theater’s home on Navy Pier with the much-awaited debut of As You Like It infused with the hit songs of The Beatles, beginning October 6, 2021. 

Casting Announced For Chicago Shakespeare Theater's AS YOU LIKE IT

Chicago Shakespeare Theater announces the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of As You Like It, presented April 30a?"June 21, 2020 in the Courtyard Theater. This vibrant, '60s-inspired adaptation infuses Shakespeare's romantic comedy with the hit songs of The Beatlesa?"lifting the playwright's timeless verse in beautiful harmony with the immortal music of the a?oeFab Four.a??

Chicago Shakespeare Presents THE COMEDY OF ERRORS

a??a??a??a??a??a??a??Chicago Shakespeare Theater invites audiences to spend their Saturday with Shakespeare in this cleverly abridged, 75-minute production of Short Shakespeare! The Comedy of Errors on Saturdays at 11:00am, January 25a?"February 29, 2020 in The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare. Filled to the brim with acrobatics and mayhem, the hilarity and hijinks of Shakespeare's comedy are larger-than-life in this vibrant and fast-paced production, making it the perfect introduction to Shakespeare for audiences of all ages.

THE GENTLEMAN THIEF Raises the Room with Laughter

Peninsula Players Theatre presented a reading of The Gentleman Thief, a new romantic comedy-caper by award-winning playwright Mark Brown, on Monday, April 1 at Bj rklunden. Based on a story by P.G. Wodehouse, the creator of such comic characters as Bertie Wooster and his manservant, Jeeves, The Gentleman Thief romantic comedy-caper entertained the capacity crowd and broke attendance records.

BWW Review: THE WOMAN IN BLACK at the Seattle Rep Will Send a Chill Up Your Spine

Are you in the mood for a good scare? A creepy tale that will stay with you all the way home and make you turn on every light once you get there. No? Then you'd better stay away from the Seattle Rep and their current production of "The Woman in Black" on tour from London. Sure, this production has plenty of giggles and lighter moments but there's also a severe creep factor and several moments to make you jump out of your chair.

THE WOMEN IN BLACK Haunts Seattle Rep This Month

Over eight million people have lived to tell the tale of one of the most successful theatrical horror events ever staged - and it's coming to shock Seattle next month. In the village of Crythin Gifford, the wind howls across the moors and fog creeps mysteriously around the town spires. At the edge of the village's cemetery, young lawyer Arthur Kipps glimpses the figure of a woman, garbed all in black, and is drawn into Crythin's cursed and haunted history. Susan Hill's gothic ghost story, The Woman In Black, comes to spine- tingling life in this cunning stage adaptation by Stephen Mallatratt that has left London's West End theatre-goers enthralled for more than 30 years. Director Robin Herford recreates Mallatratt's original staging from the London West End for this American premiere of the West End Production, touring the U.S. for the first time. 

THE WOMEN IN BLACK Haunts Seattle Rep This Month

Over eight million people have lived to tell the tale of one of the most successful theatrical horror events ever staged - and it's coming to shock Seattle next month. In the village of Crythin Gifford, the wind howls across the moors and fog creeps mysteriously around the town spires. At the edge of the village's cemetery, young lawyer Arthur Kipps glimpses the figure of a woman, garbed all in black, and is drawn into Crythin's cursed and haunted history. Susan Hill's gothic ghost story, The Woman In Black, comes to spine- tingling life in this cunning stage adaptation by Stephen Mallatratt that has left London's West End theatre-goers enthralled for more than 30 years. Director Robin Herford recreates Mallatratt's original staging from the London West End for this American premiere of the West End Production, touring the U.S. for the first time. 

Only Three Weeks Remain To Be Thrilled By THE WOMAN IN BLACK At The Royal George Theatre

Over eight million people have already lived to tell the tale of one of the most successful - and terrifying - theatre events ever staged,and Chicagoans are no exception. THE WOMAN IN BLACK- London's long-running West End play - has only three weeks left in its Chicago run before the production makes its way to the Seattle Repertory Theatre at the end of February. Complete with all the stage thrills that have led audiences in London to shriek in fear for 30 years, this chilling performance is one that has illuminated the mainstage at the Royal George Theatre after a dark period of nearly three years and will continue to do so until its final Chicago performance on February 17. 

THE WOMAN IN BLACK Hosts Scream Contest & Offers Guests Discounted Tickets

On a night known for loud screams, heightened anticipation and thrilling performances by some of the nation's most talented athletes, THE WOMAN IN BLACK is inviting guests to wear their favorite NFL team's jersey to receive tickets for just $39 at the door on Sunday, February 3 at 2:30 p.m. Guests are also encouraged to let their scream fill the theatre in an exclusive contest judged by the cast just following the performance. An experience surely not to miss, the production has been called "Spectacular" by the Chicago Sun-Times, and dubbed "A ghost story everyone will love," by the Chicago Tribune's Chris Jones, receiving rave reviews from critics across the board. 

THE WOMAN IN BLACK, Chicago's Hit Theater Production, Offers New Holiday Ticket And Drink Package

Just in time for the holiday season, THE WOMAN IN BLACK is inviting guests to try something new this year with a holiday ticket package. For those looking to bond over a spine-tingling live theater performance, THE WOMAN IN BLACK will include a drink from the bar with the purchase of a ticket using the code HOLIDAY through January 6, 2019. An experience surely not to miss, the production has been called "Spectacular" by the Chicago Sun-Times, and "Brilliant" by Chicago Theater Review, receiving rave reviews from critics across the board. 

BWW Review: THE WOMAN IN BLACK at Royal George Theatre

THE WOMAN IN BLACK is a prime example of the power of live theater: relying on evocative language, simple yet effective sound and lighting design, and skilled acting, this two-man gothic thriller easily surpasses any high-budget horror film in its ability to create a communal sense of fear among an audience.

BWW Review: THE WOMAN IN BLACK is Halloween Scare Fare at Pasadena Playhouse

One of the things theatre does extremely well is create something out of nothing. That's pretty much the key to Stephen Mallatratt's adaptation of Susan Hill's gothic ghost story THE WOMAN IN BLACK, which ushers in the Halloween season at Pasadena Playhouse.

THE WOMAN IN BLACK - West End Thriller Comes to Pasadena Playhouse

Pasadena Playhouse, the State Theater of California, presents London's second longest-running West End play The Woman in Black, Today, October 17 through Sunday, November 11.  (Press opening is October 18). Over eight million people have lived to tell the tale of one of the most successful - and terrifying - theatre events ever staged. It is coming to rattle audiences in Pasadena just in time for Halloween, with all the stage wizardry that has led audiences in London to shriek in fear for over 28 years.

BWW Review: “The Woman in Black” less than it could be at the Cleveland Play House

VIDEO: Get A First Look At Cleveland Playhouse's WOMAN IN BLACK

Cleveland Play House kicks off its 2018-2019 Season launching the National Tour of Susan Hill's The Woman in Black. Hill's gothic ghost story, adapted for the stage by Stephen Mallatratt, stars Bradley Armacost as Arthur Kipps and Adam Wesley Brown as the Actor. Director Robin Herford will recreate his original staging from the London West End.

THE WOMAN IN BLACK - West End Thriller Comes to Pasadena Playhouse

Pasadena Playhouse, the State Theater of California, presents London's second longest-running West End play The Woman in Black, Wednesday, October 17 through Sunday, November 11.  (Press opening is October 18). Over eight million people have lived to tell the tale of one of the most successful - and terrifying - theatre events ever staged. It is coming to rattle audiences in Pasadena just in time for Halloween, with all the stage wizardry that has led audiences in London to shriek in fear for over 28 years.

Photo Flash: Halloween Comes Early with Cleveland Play House's THE WOMAN IN BLACK

Cleveland Play House kicks off its 2018-2019 Season launching the National Tour of Susan Hill's The Woman in Black. Hill's gothic ghost story, adapted for the stage by Stephen Mallatratt, stars Bradley Armacost as Arthur Kipps and Adam Wesley Brown as the Actor. Director Robin Herford will recreate his original staging from the London West End.