Barbara Keer

Block Museum of Art’s “Pop América, 1965–1975” Review – Artists working across the Hemisphere

October 16, 2019 Barbara Keer 0

The very exciting exhibition, “Pop América, 1965–1975” will be at the Block Museum of Art at Northwestern University through Dec. 8. This bilingual exhibition challenges and reframes familiar notions of Pop Art by bringing together […]

“INVISIBLE” Review – Powerful, Insightful

October 10, 2019 Barbara Keer 0

The world premiere of INVISIBLE, a play written by Mary Bonnett, HerStory Artistic Director, Directed by Cecilie Keenan and sponsored by the Oppenheimer Family Foundation, opened on October 3 and will play through November 3, 2019 at Stage […]

Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing

October 4, 2019 Barbara Keer 0

Can it really be 50 years since that incredible moment when man stepped onto the moon? It was a moment so emblazoned in the memory of those who witnessed it, it seems always present. Honoring […]

Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build Initiative – An Historic Event

September 25, 2019 Barbara Keer 0

At 9:00 a.m. on September 21st in Waukegan, Illinois a celebratory gathering took place. The atmosphere was party-like, excitement was in the air, as all of the agencies and people who made this special event possible […]

The Fantasticks Review – A Wonderful MadKap Production

September 23, 2019 Barbara Keer 0

On our way to see the The Fantasticks, words by Tom Jones and Music by Harvey L. Schmidt, currently at the Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave in Downtown Skokie, my friend and colleague shared that she has seen it numerous times and that […]

“Netizens” Preview – Powerful and Very Important

September 16, 2019 Barbara Keer 0

Recently a very powerful and important feature documentary, Netizens has come to my attention. Directed by Cynthia Lowen, it is about revenge porn. Lowen is an Emmy-nominated filmmaker and writer. This timely 96-minute documentary features […]

MAMMA MIA! Review – A Joyous, Energetic, Poignant Production

September 16, 2019 Barbara Keer 0

The Highland Park Players have been enriching, educating, and entertaining North Shore audiences for 32 years and finally, on Sunday, September 15, 2019, I had the delight of seeing their outstanding production of MAMMA MIA! at the […]

Counter Balance Review – Sharing the Power of Integrated Dance

September 11, 2019 Barbara Keer 0

Driving into Chicago with friends to see the September 8th COUNTER BALANCE IX: The Power of Integrated Dance performance at the Center on Halsted, Hoover-Leppen Theatre, 3656 N. Halsted, I was curious about the venue that was new […]

SONS AND LOVERS Review- On The Spot Company is Spot On

September 3, 2019 Barbara Keer 0

The Greenhouse Theater Center and On The Spot Theatre Company present the U.S. premiere of the full-length drama SONS AND LOVERS. It is based on the novel by D.H. Lawrence and adapted and directed by OnThe Spot Artistic Director Mike Brayndick. It is currently in […]

Michael Feinstein and Haley Reinhart at Ravinia Review – A Lovely Night

September 1, 2019 Barbara Keer 0

August 29 was an unexpectedly beautiful evening to be at Ravinia to see Michael Feinstein and Haley Reinhart. Rain was predicted but never materialized and the temperature was perfect as were the grounds and amenities. There are […]