If you know me at all you’ve probably heard me rave about Theo Ubique Theatre Co.’s work, specifically Fred Anzevino: the director of most shows and the Artistic Director of the company. Theo Ubique is housed in the tiny No Exit Cafe in Roger’s Park. Their shows are minimal, but incredibly rich. Fred never puts more on stage then what NEEDS to be there to tell the story.

Their current critically-acclaimed show, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Evita, just garnered 7 jeff nominations and starts it’s theatrical extension this weekend! 

Maggie Portman acts the living crap out of the title role. She is phenomenal, both glamorous and earthy at the same time.

(Yes I DID just say the living crap.)

Chris Damiano is fantastic as the revolutionary Che Guevara. His voice is gorgeous  and he certainly has charm to spare. This guy is oozing with talent.

Jeremy Trager plays Juan Peron with such enviable strength, but it was his lovely and nuanced tender moments that kept me riveted.

Additionally, Michael Wheelwright is hilarious and spot on as Augustin Magaldi and you can’t take your eyes off of Jenny Lamb, whether she’s carrying a prop onstage or delivering the heart-wrenching “Another Suitcase in Another Hall” as the Mistress. 

Fred’s direction is superb, the choreography (Brenda Didier!) is genius, and the music sounds sensational. The other 5 ensemble members play everything from soldiers to aristocrats. They are outstanding and their voices are so full that you don’t miss the huge chorus that this show usually employs.

Have I convinced you yet? Can I stop gushing now?

Go see it!

Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Lyrics by Tim Rice

Directed by Fred Anzevino
Music Direction by Ryan Brewster
Choreography by Brenda Didier
Costumes by Jill Van Brussel
Set Design by Nate Crawford
Light Design by David Heimann

EXTENSION: Performances run May 1 through May 31, 2009 - Friday through Saturdays at 8:00 pm, and Sundays at 7:00 pm. Each ticket is $30 (Does not include dinner or beverages)

DINNER PACKAGE: Pre-Show dinner of Argentine cuisine available and recommended for the full theater experience. Total price of each ticket is $54 (Includes service charge, dinner, tax, and show, but not beverages) 

GET TICKETS ONLINE: http://www.theoubique.org/index.html

BOX OFFICE: 773.347.1109

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