A Raisin in the Sun, Berlin, and Big White Fog in Chicago Tribune’s Top 10
Photo of Kierra Bunch, Shanésia Davis, Brian Keys, and Martasia Jones by Michael Brosilow. We’re ending 2025 on a high! Three productions—A Raisin in… Read More
Behind the Scenes: Scenic and Costume Design for The Taming of the Shrew
Costume renderings by Kotryna Hilko. Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew, adapted and directed by Marti Lyons, is lush, sexy, and evocative. It’s a… Read More
“Slightly Sordid, Very Witty, and Absolutely Fascinating”
Photo of Samuel Taylor, Ryder Dean McDaniel, Dexter Zollicoffer, Mark L. Montgomery, Melisa Soledad Pereyra, Nate Santana, and Netta Walker by Michael Brosilow. The… Read More
Pre-Show Classroom Activity
Photo of Melisa Soledad Pereyra, Mark L. Montgomery, Dexter Zollicoffer, Ryder Dean McDaniel, and Jay Whittaker by Michael Brosilow. Invite students to analyze the implications… Read More
Post-Show Classroom Activity
Photo of Melisa Soledad Pereyra, Mark L. Montgomery, Dexter Zollicoffer, Ryder Dean McDaniel, and Jay Whittaker by Michael Brosilow. Invite students to explore the different… Read More
Post-Show Discussion Activity
Photo of Melisa Soledad Pereyra, Mark L. Montgomery, Dexter Zollicoffer, Ryder Dean McDaniel, and Jay Whittaker by Michael Brosilow. Use these questions to reflect, discuss,… Read More
Glossary
Photo of Alex Weisman by Michael Brosilow. This glossary includes helpful vocabulary and allusions that will deepen your understanding of the words and worlds of… Read More
Learning Guide: The Taming of the Shrew
Photo of Melisa Soledad Pereyra, Mark L. Montgomery, Dexter Zollicoffer, Ryder Dean McDaniel, and Jay Whittaker by Michael Brosilow. Check out these resources for academics,… Read More
Historical Background, Dramaturgy, and Design
Photo of Melisa Soledad Pereyra, Nate Santana, Ryder Dean McDaniel, Monica West, Mark L. Montgomery, and Netta Walker by Michael Brosilow. Explore the historical context… Read More
Synopsis and Characters
Photo of Ryder Dean McDaniel, Dexter Zollicoffer, Mark L. Montgomery, Monica West, Netta Walker, Nate Santana, Melisa Soledad Pereyra, Samuel Taylor, Jay Whittaker, and Alex… Read More
