ABOUT THIS SHOW
Doors: 7:30pm
Show: 8:00pm
$20
Show: 8:00pm
$20
Torch songs, smoky clubs and great music. Join Suzanne Petri as she sings fantastic songs and ensemble member Robert Breuler as he tells stories and guides you up "the street" to the classic clubs of Chicago and the artists who played them: Ella, Sarah, Barbra, Sophie, Bette Midler, Oscar Brown Jr., Nat "King" Cole and of course Petri’s special tribute to the one and only Julie Wilson. With musical director Bobby Schiff at the keys and Jim Cox on bass.
Cast & Artists
Suzanne Petri: Singer/Writer
Robert Breuler: Guide /Director
Bobby Schiff: Musical Director/ Piano
Jim Cox: Bass
Plus Special Guests!
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.
Additional Information
Torch, Sass and Swing is a part of Steppenwolf's LookOut Series - a multi-genre performance series, presenting a wide variety of work from a diverse array of voices and artists, emerging and established alike.
The LookOut Series takes place in the 1700 Theatre, an intimate cabaret style venue with a mix of seating options. All LookOut shows are general admission, and specific seats cannot be reserved. The 1700 Theatre is located behind Front Bar: Coffee and Drinks - Steppenwolf's new cafe and bar.
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Press
“As when she stopped the show during March's Chicago Cabaret Convention ... audiences can always count on Suzanne Petri to entertain with style and artistry." Jeff Rossen, Cabaret Scenes
"Suzanne Petri has established herself as an actress who can handle classy and brassy with equal ease. Her gritty voice, crisp and witty delivery, and assured stage presence also suit her to musical theater of a certain high style." Albert Williams, The Chicago Reader
“Ms. Petri proves that she is not only a top notch interpreter of lyrics, but one of the best actresses in Chicago” Cabaret Hotline.
"Particularly outstanding... the scintillating Petri, whose throaty voice and marvelous acting worked to perfection” Hedy Weiss, Chicago Sun-Times
"Suzanne Petri has established herself as an actress who can handle classy and brassy with equal ease. Her gritty voice, crisp and witty delivery, and assured stage presence also suit her to musical theater of a certain high style." Albert Williams, The Chicago Reader
“Ms. Petri proves that she is not only a top notch interpreter of lyrics, but one of the best actresses in Chicago” Cabaret Hotline.
"Particularly outstanding... the scintillating Petri, whose throaty voice and marvelous acting worked to perfection” Hedy Weiss, Chicago Sun-Times