Bailiwick Chicago has announced its 2010/11 Season and although season tickets are not being sold, I want to let you in on what is coming up. Tickets for these productions can be purchased on an individual basis. I encourage you now, to plan on attending every play. This dynamic theatre company is a Chicago favorite.  

"On behalf of the Bailiwick Chicago Collective, Executive Director Kevin Mayes announced details of the theater company's 2010/11 Season. Planned productions include: DEPARTURE LOUNGE, a new musical by Dougal Irvine; VIOLET, music by Jeanine Tesori, book and lyrics by Brian Crawley; PASSING STRANGE, book and lyrics by Stew, music by Stew and Heidi Rodewald, created in collaboration with Annie Dorsen; and THE NORTH / SOUTH PLAYS, two original works developed in association with Teatro Luna."

“Following an intense and artistically satisfying summer, we are very excited to continue the momentum we've created with four challenging works that explore self-image and identity,” said Mayes. “Each of these diverse shows has something unique and provocative to say about some of the universal questions of our time: Who am I? What is my purpose? And where do I fit into this world? This season will be a fantastic journey for all the artists in our company, and we can hardly wait to share these pieces with our audiences.”

WHO: Bailiwick Chicago presents the first show of the 2010/2011 Season-

WHAT: DEPARTURE LOUNGE, "Four Boys, One Girl... the End of One Wild Summer Vacation!" with book, music & lyrics by Dougal Irvine and produced in association with Hilary A. Williams and Andy Barnes, follows four less-than-innocent 18-year olds caught between adolescence and adulthood who are delayed at Malaga Airport after a week in the sun to celebrate their graduation from school. As they reminisce about their time together, it soon becomes clear that their individual memories of the holiday are at odds, particularly when it comes to romance and the girl on all their minds. Is she as innocent as we’re led to think, and will the boys friendships hold firm as they all face a coming of age?

With a progressive pop score, close four-part harmonies, and a wicked sense of humor, DEPARTURE LOUNGE was a hit at the Edinburgh Festival and Summer Play Festival in New York, and will have its first commercial run in London opening later this September. Directed by Artistic Advisor Tom Mullen with Musical Direction by Executive Director Kevin Mayes.

WHERE: Royal George Cabaret Theatre, 1641 North Halsted Street

WHEN: Previews: October 28th – 31st and November 4th – 6th
Opening Night: Sunday, November 7th at 7 PM
Regular Run: November 11th – Dec. 12th
Curtain Times: Thursdays @ 8 PM, Fridays @ 8 PM, Saturdays @ 3:00 PM and 8 PM, Sundays @ 7 PM

WHY? This theatre company is a personal favorite of mine. Lively, thoughtful performances...See one show, and you'll know what I mean. 

Previews: $25 – $30
Regular Run : $35 - $45

Choose Premium Seating to guarantee your seat in the first three rows of the theater.
There are several options for purchasing with various surcharges (per Royal George & Ticketmaster policies):
Buy through Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com  or by phone at 800-982-2787 for a $8.60 service fee per ticket.
Buy through the Royal George Box Office by phone at 312-988-9000 for a $5.85 service fee per ticket.
Buy in person at the Royal George Box Office at 1641 North Halsted for a $1 service fee per ticket.

For more information: http://www.bailiwickchicago.com/

About Bailiwick Chicago: The company was formed by a group of dedicated actors, directors, and production professionals in September 2009. This group, called the "Collective," is responsible for developing, implementing, and upholding the artistic mission and vision of the company. Bailiwick Chicago's mission is to tell stories that stimulate our audience and celebrate our diverse community, enhancing our understanding of ourselves and others. The Bailiwick Chicago Collective includes: Lili-Anne Brown, Deanna Cox, Michael Dunbar, Scott Ferguson, Kate Garassino, Kathleen Gibson, Jay Kennedy, Brian LaDuca, Ryan Lanning, Eric Martin, Kevin Mayes, Julie Burt Nichols, Robert Ollis, and Julie Partyka.

For my interview with the company:  http://www.examiner.com/culture-events-in-chicago/bailiwick-chicago-revolutionary-new-season-building-relationships-connecting-with-the-audience