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Memorial Day Observance in Franklin Park

Memorial Day Observance in Franklin Park

| July 11, 2023

On Memorial Day I covered the Memorial Day Observance for People and Places Newspaper. I took photos of the event as well as some video clips.

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“A Distinct Society” is a Distinct Success

“A Distinct Society” is a Distinct Success

| July 11, 2023

By Anna Hessel Writers Theatre’s stellar production of “A Distinct Society” is extremely dramatic with sharp comedic moments, and has the most charming set. A realistic small library, complete with an adorable childrens’ area, brings the scene to life. Such amazing attention to detail with the props gives the illusion that the audience is in […]

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Big River Runs Deep

Big River Runs Deep

| May 30, 2023

By Anna Hessel Mercury Theater’s Jeff-recommended production of “Big River” tells the classic tale of Huckleberry Finn and Jim, as well as buddy Tom Sawyer. This musical, with its delightful sets, is a must-see. A wooden “raft” on wheels moves around the stage, allowing the audience to feel they are part of the journey. At […]

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May 2023 @ the Franklin Park Public Library

| May 10, 2023

We are located at 10311 Grand Avenue in Franklin Park, IL and offer a range of services and programs for children, teens and adults. Further information is available at www.fppld.org or by calling 847-455-6016. Unless otherwise noted, registration is required for ALL library programs. Hours of Service: Monday-Wednesday  10:00 AM – 9:00 PM     Thursday & […]

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Paramount Rocks

Paramount Rocks

| May 4, 2023

By Anna Hessel Paramount Theater invites audiences to stick it to the man and live hardcore with their tremendous production, “School of Rock”. Audiences will remember the hit film starring Jack Black; the movie was great but I actually prefer the stage version – it’s fun and uplifting. Exquisitely directed by the incredible Trent Stork, […]

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ABT On Point By: Anna with Wes Hessel

ABT On Point By: Anna with Wes Hessel

| April 26, 2023

The world-renowned New York-based ballet corps was in Chicago for three performances this past weekend, and it was, as one would expect, exceptional. The first number was both classic and innovative, athletic with beauty and grace – an amazing piece of covorting and exuberance, with pretty costumes, understated and elegant. The second act contained two […]

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World Premiere of Ballet 5:8’s Latest Work Coming By: Wes Hessel

| April 26, 2023

Ballet 5:8, the women-led Chicago area troupe and school, will be performing for the first time their new original ballet, “BareFace”, adapted from the work of acclaimed author C.S. Lewis, at the Harris Theatre for Music and Dance in Chicago’s iconic Millenium Park. Done by their up-and-coming movement company, the production is a futuristic, female-oriented […]

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Make No Mistake, See “Comedy of Errors”By Anna & Wes Hessel

Make No Mistake, See “Comedy of Errors”By Anna & Wes Hessel

| April 23, 2023

Chicago Shakespeare Theater’s stellar production of “The Comedy of Errors” makes no mistakes – it is fabulous.  This fitting finale for Artistic Director and company co-founder, the legendary Barbara Gaines, showcases her genius. Ms. Gaines, a winner of multiple Jeff Awards, has directed at the Royal Shakespeare Company at Stratford-Upon-Avon, not to mention nearly 70 […]

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April 2023 @ the Franklin Park Library

| March 17, 2023

We are located at 10311 Grand Avenue in Franklin Park, IL and offer a range of services and programs for children, teens and adults. Further information is available at www.fppld.org or by calling 847-455-6016. Unless otherwise noted, registration is required for ALL library programs. Hours of Service: Monday-Wednesday  10:00 AM – 9:00 PM     Thursday & […]

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<strong>The Joffrey Lavishly, Passionately Dances “Anna Karenina”</strong>

The Joffrey Lavishly, Passionately Dances “Anna Karenina”

| February 23, 2023

By D’Arcy Mies with Wes Hessel Chicago’s own world-class dance troupe presents another magnificent production, this time an adaptation of the Tolstoy novel “Anna Karenina” by Yuri Possokhov. Debuted in 2019 to significant critical acclaim, Mr. Possokhov’s work is given the full passion and grandeur as only The Joffrey can. And the location of the […]

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