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Synopsis: Climb up into the whimsical world of "Rooted" by Deborah Zoe Laufer for its Chicago premiere. When a treehouse dwelling plant enthusiast becomes an overnight viral internet sensation, she's challenged to expand her world beyond her leafy-green friends. A quirky, offbeat comedy, Rooted, delves into the power of nature and the idiosyncrasies of human beings.
Run Time: 90 minutes (no intermission) | Buy Tickets | |
| | Join us for an evening of Stand Up and Craft Cocktails! In partnership with The Laughing Academy.
Headliner: Chastity Washington
Comedian Chastity Washington has a performance history over twenty years. In that time she has performed in clubs &college across the nation, worked in radio and has been a middle high school teacher. She has appeared on BET ComicView, Coming to the Stage and was featured at The TBS Just for Laughs festival 2009-12 and was a finalist of at the 2011 Bay Area Comedy competition. She has been featured at Jokes & Notes In Chicago, Milwaukee's Comedy Cafe', Madison Comedy Week the Helium in Philadelphia, the Shaq Comedy All-Stars tour. She has been named one of the 50 Hot Women of Comedy by AfterEllen.com, featured at the Montreal' Just For Laughs Festival, appeared for the second time on BET's Comic View, was NBC Diversity Finalist and a participant in the NBC college tour. She has appeared on the Urban Movie channels Comedy Underground and is a ABFF HBO comedy wings winner. Chastity has taken part in the Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage, was the 2018 Last Comic Sailing winner on Festival at Sea cruise and has 2 apprences at the Martha's Vineyard Comedy Fest. She is a regular at Laugh Factory Chicago, Comedians You Should Know and is a headliner at Zanies Chicago. | Buy Tickets | |
| | A SPOTLIGHT SERIES EVENT*
Rare Storytellers - The Best Songs Start with a Story
A Unique Rare Disease Educational Event in Two Acts
4:00PM - Doors Open for Rocktail Hour Featuring LIVE Music and Drinks
5:00 - Rare Storytellers®
Recommended for all ages.
Created by Alex DeTogne
Emcee: Ryan Burrow, News Director, WGN Radio
Cast:
Max DeTogne
Jon Penick
Caleb Baze
Francesca DeTogne
Amy Bearden
Anne Azra
Rare Storytellers® is a Harmony 4 Hope Production synthesizing patient stories, songs and science bringing awareness to and fueling scientific discoveries in Rare Disease. Learn More and Donate Visit: harmony4hope.org
*The Spotlight Series shines a light on outside performers and companies. Please note that this event is produced by an outside company. Oil Lamp Theater is the venue provider and is not responsible for the show's content or production. Inquiries should be directed to the company. | | Sold out |
| | An Oil Lamp Theater Mainstage Production
Synopsis: Get swept away on a passionate, poetic journey with Mary’s Wedding by Stephen Massicotte. In the midst of World War I, Mary and Charlie, two young lovers, kindle their romance in a deserted barn. As lightning crashes, and the call of war echoes, Mary is torn between the harsh realities of the present, and dreams of the future. Experience this heartfelt and stirring tale that transcends time.
Run Time: 90 minutes (no intermission) | Buy Tickets | |