Black Brotherhood: Hymn at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre (Through May 25, 2025)

Gil and Benny meet at a funeral. Gil is grieving the loss of his father. Benny has something important to tell him. His mother just told him that his father is the man in the casket. The two men go on to form a strong bond, a brotherhood that gets them through good times and bad. 

Lolita Chakrabarti has written a very powerful play about brotherhood, which can even begin in middle age. Also, the ending of the story is quite unexpected. 

James Vincent Meredith (Noises OffDescribe the Night) is great as Gil, who really enjoyed running a business with father and now wants to share this experience with his brother. Chike Johnson is superb as Benny, who is so happy to have discovered the other half of his family. 

Cost of a ticket: $70

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Rating Scale: Exceptional Value > Worth It > Discounted > Go for Free > Don’t Bother

Get tickets now for Hymn through May 25th. 

Quinn Delaney

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