October 5, 2011 by

Tea at Five *

By Matthew Lombardo
Directed by Alison C. Vesely

Featuring

Melissa Carlson

Performed September 14, 2011 ~ October 16, 2011

Spend an evening with Hollywood’s most private star.

“a fascinating character study of an actress who was every bit as colorful as the characters she portrayed.” – Pioneer Press

The Story

Set in the living room of Katharine Hepburn’s New England estate, Tea at Five is an intimate look at the feisty, aristocratic, and unrepentant star of such cinematic treasures as The Philadelphia Story, The African Queen, andGuess Who’s Coming to Dinner. Join us for this one-woman show that brings Hollywood’s greatest star to life.

Over two-and-a-half decades we have mounted over 80 productions, produced 14 world premieres, and 6 commissions. We have had more shows directed by women in the past 25 years than almost any other Equity theater in the Chicago area. We also led the way in opportunities for women designers, resulting in multiple Jeff Nominations and Awards for the many women who have worked here. Thank you all for your steadfast support through all these years. We will miss you!