There has been a second extension of Hats!, the critically-acclaimed music and comedy celebration now playing at the Royal George Theatre, 1641 N. Halsted. The production will now run through Aug. 26.
However, Grammy Award winner Melissa Manchester will continue in the role of MaryAnne only through July 1.?Manchester's replacement will be announced at a later date.
Inspired by The Red Hat Society, Hats! is an original musical about a 49.999-year-old woman, MaryAnne, who reluctantly faces the inevitable 50th birthday.? In the production, MaryAnne warms up to her 50th once she meets several remarkable women who show her about fun and friendship after 50.
Tickets are $55. Call 312-988-9000, visit the box office or see www.TicketMaster.com .
Mary's Attic to Host 'The Ville'
Bare Boned Theatre will present The Ville, an original live soap opera set against the backdrop of Andersonville. The Ville opens July 2 and will run every Monday night at Mary's Attic, 5400 N Clark, at 8 p.m.
Most of the stories featured in The Ville involve members of the LGBT community as they struggle, fail and triumph through life. It will also showcase the musical talents of Mary's Addicts, The Ville's all-girl acoustic rock 'n roll cover house band ( Shannon Strodel, Sarah Pappalardo and Hannah Lopatin ) .
Tickets are $10 at the door. Call 773-764-7645 e-mail barebonedtheatre@gmail.com or visit www.myspace.com/barebonedtheatre.