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Promises, Promises

Book by Neil Simon
Music by Burt Bacharach, Lyrics by Hal David

It's 1968 in New York City, and Chuck Baxter is finding it difficult to climb the corporate ladder--that is, until he agrees to lend his apartment to his co-workers for their extramarital affairs. As he finds himself in the middle of a scheme he never intended to start, Chuck struggles to find love and connection in a world that grows more impersonal and transactional each day.

Based on the classic film The Apartment from Billy Wilder, Promises Promises sets this heartfelt romantic comedy to the lively music of Burt Bacharach.

This production is made possible by our generous season sponsors, Michael and Mona Heath.

Praise for "Promises, Promises"

"If you are looking to enjoy a night out where you can laugh your troubles away and just feel good, this is one for you to put on your calendar." -Alan Bresloff, Around the Town Chicago

"Brimming with Bachrach’s catchy score, the show’s infectious tunes and witty story dazzle, thanks to the super-talented cast that knows how to land a laugh, touch your heart, belt a song and fill the tiny stage with dance." -Doug Mose, Third Coast Review

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Cast

Chuck Baxter: Rory Schrobilgen

Fran Kubelik: Brandy Miller

J.D. Sheldrake: Craig Zeller

Marge MacDougall: Allison Rose Macknick

Dr.Dreyfuss: Kingsley Day

Miss Polanski: Isabela Barry

Mr. Eichelberger: Andres J. DeLeon

Mr. Vanderhof: Reginald Hemphill

Mr. Kirkeby: Eddie Ledford

Mr. Dobitch: Ed Rutherford

Miss Olson: Stephanie Stockstill

Miss Della Hoya: Dayle Theisen

Miss Wong: Flower Wang

Understudies: Michael Davis Arnold, Ben Ballmer, Caitlyn Cerza, Isabel Koleno, Aurora Penepacker, Nathan Dale Short

Production Team

Director: Danny Kapinos

Musical Director: Aaron Kaplan

Choreographer: Lauryn Schmelzer

Lighting Design: Emma Luke

Scenic Design: Spencer Donovan

Costume Design: Cindy Moon

Fight Choreographer: Tony Pellegrino

Stage Manager: Tricia Carver-Horner

Assistant Choreographer: Sara Dolins

Associate MD/Rehearsal Pianist: Kevin Zhou

Health & Safety

All patrons understand that there is a risk of exposure to COVID-19 in any public place where people are present. Those purchasing tickets and attending Blank Theatre Company productions voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.

 

If you have purchased tickets and before your scheduled performance you test positive for COVID-19 or experience symptoms, please contact the box office at info@blanktheatrecompany.org to reschedule your tickets for a later date.

December 1 - 30, 2023

Greenhouse Theater Center
2257 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60614

Run time: 2hr 30min with one 15-minute intermission

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