Kevin D. Mayes

'Departure Lounge' Ready For Takeoff In Its U.S. Debut

Last Sunday night, Bailiwick Chicago celebrated the first anniversary of its reincarnation by presenting the American debut of the musical "Departure Lounge," a very English rumination from the pen of author, lyricist and composer Dougal Irvine on what it means to bridge the gap between youth and adulthood.

Is A New Company's 'Aida' Better Than Broadway's? You Be The Judge.

Now and for just two more weeks, an extraordinary, stylish and heartfelt production of Elton John's and Tim Rice's "Aida" is running at the very, very warm American Theater Company space in Chicago's North Center neighborhood. Courtesy of the reconstituted Bailiwick Chicago,...

BWW Reviews: DiPietro's f**kING MEN Makes Its Mark In Midwest Debut

Just in time for the end of Pride Month, Tony-winning playwright Joe DiPietro ('Memphis') has worked with Bailiwick Chicago to produce the Midwest premiere (and only third production ever) of his 2008 play 'f**king Men,' an adaptation of Arthur Schnitzler's 19th century play 'La Ronde' that is now stunningly and cleverly updated and turned inside out.