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Escape the Winter Doldrums with The Hypocrites’ Summer-Fun ‘Pirates of Penzance’

December 11, 2011


Uncategorized Natalie Mueller Comments Off on Escape the Winter Doldrums with The Hypocrites’ Summer-Fun ‘Pirates of Penzance’

The Pirates of Penzance inspires a mix of different reactions and expectations. The name of off-loop Chicago director, Sean Graney, is no different. Graney, now stepping down from his position as Artistic Director of The Hypocrites, is known for his often quirky and/or edgy productions. At the very least, The Hypocrites aim to provide you with a fun evening and a fresh, unique theatre experience. You’d hardly expect the names “The Hypocrites” and “Gilbert and Sullivan” to be heard in the same sentence let alone seen in the same theatre. However unexpected, Graney decided to tackle the rigid Victorian operetta and transport it to the basement of Wicker Park’s Chopin Theatre.”

 

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