Synopsis

Michael John LaChiusa’s three-part musical explores lust, greed, murder and redemption through the stories of a 1950s murder noir, a priest’s crisis of faith, and the final tryst of two lovers. A lush musical score combining jazz, pop, classical and Asian influences drives the story telling in this virtuosic piece named by New York magazine as one of the Best Musicals of 2005. "Seductively stylish, sharp thinking person's musical...as smart and entertaining as it is artistic and serious."
Chicago Theater Beat "Passionately driven...a play of and about human crises, primal and existential."
New City

Bailiwick Chicago is a non-profit professional company with a mission to produce contemporary musicals and plays, reinvent classic musicals, and develop new work, while sharing a powerful and authentic theatrical experience. We celebrate and engage our community through diverse programming, artistic partnerships and outreach opportunities. In just 2 seasons, Bailiwick Chicago has garnered 28 award nominations and received critical acclaim for its innovative Chicago productions. We invite you to join us in our tradition of producing quality productions and, with your help, take it all to the next level. Visit Bailiwick Chicago's website.

Running Time

Running Time: 2 hours, including 1 Intermission

Content Advisory

Steppenwolf does not offer advisories about subject matter, as sensitivities vary from person to person.If you have any questions about content, age-appropriateness or stage effects(such as strobe lights or theatrical fog) that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact the box office at 312-335-1650.

Special Performances

Audio Description and Touch Tour
Sunday, April 7
Touch Tour: 2pm
Curtain: 4pm

Watch & Listen

Cast & Artists

The Artists

Program Articles

A Letter from Bailiwick Chicago's Artistic Director

A welcome letter to SEE WHAT I WANNA SEE

This is Not a Steppenwolf Production: and We're Damn Proud of That

Joshua Goode explores Chicago's dynamic storefront theater scene.

Welcome to Garage Rep 2013!

Associate Producer, Jacob Padrón, on what to expect at Garage Rep 2013

Running Time

Running Time: 2 hours, including 1 Intermission

Content Advisory

Steppenwolf does not offer advisories about subject matter, as sensitivities vary from person to person.If you have any questions about content, age-appropriateness or stage effects(such as strobe lights or theatrical fog) that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact the box office at 312-335-1650.

Special Performances

Audio Description and Touch Tour
Sunday, April 7
Touch Tour: 2pm
Curtain: 4pm

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