![]() It is “Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol” at Writers Theatre in Glencoe, IL. One of the best shows I was lucky enough to see in 2022 is still appearing through Dec. But upon leaving opening night of Marriott Theatre Lincolnshire’s “The Sound of Music,” April 20, 2022, the word that came to mind was “perfect.” – Jodie Jacobs ![]() With so many factors to consider from vocals, acting and dance to script and music, some elements tend to outshine or are weaker than others in various productions. Wow! “How (do) you hold a moonbeam in your hand?” It’s what I felt I learned walking out of Marriott Theatre Linconshire’s “The Sound of Music.” Yes, the musical has been done countless times, but it’s been a while since I have left a show thinking it was perfect. Lizi Breit and LaKecia Harris in “Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol” at Writers Theatre (Liz Lauren photographer) I knew when I reviewed it, that I had seen something quite extraordinary on stage. The play was funny, poignant and dealt with the issues of mental health, something even more relevant today than when the play took place in 1958. ![]() My favorite was the Goodman Theatre’s production of “Goodnight, Oscar” starring Sean Hayes. ![]() Here are a couple of our critic’s thoughts on some really well-done shows seen in 2022. The almost post-pandemic year of 2022 saw life return to Chicago’s stages. Ben Rappaport as Jack Paar and Sean Hayes as Oscar Levant in Doug Wright’s “Good Night, Oscar.” (Liz Lauren photographer) ![]()
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