THEATER
“DAME EDNA: BACK WITH A VENGEANCE!”
Tony Award-winning Australian comic Barry Humphries reprises his role as the tacky ’50s housewife who satirizes everything from current events to bathroom habits. Opens Tuesday. Through March 19. See metromix.com for schedule. $32.50-$65. Jam Theatricals at Cadillac Palace Theatre, 151 W. Randolph St. 312-902-1400.
“A LIFE IN THE THEATRE”
David Mamet’s humorous portrait depicts an actor who attempts to teach a newcomer the tricks of the trade. Presented as part of the David Mamet Festival. Previews continue through Monday. Opens Tuesday. Through April 9. See metromix.com for schedule. $20-$65. Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn St. 312-443-3800.
“THE GLASS MENAGERIE”
A dominating 1930s matriarch seeks a suitor for her fragile daughter in Tennessee Williams’ semi-autobiographical drama. Previews Thursday-March 17. Opens March 18. Through April 9. See metromix.com for schedule. $26-$50. Court Theatre, 5535 S. Ellis Ave. 773-753-4472.
“LEASE ON LOVE”
A bitter, freshly dumped bachelor must share his apartment with a beautiful woman in this new romantic comedy. Previews Thursday-Sunday. Opens March 13. Through April 9. See metromix.com for schedule. $18-$25. Diamante Productions at Theatre Building Chicago, 1225 W. Belmont Ave. 773-327-5252.
“OSAMA THE HERO”
British playwright Dennis Kelly’s drama tells of a young man who inadvertently provokes hostile reactions by questioning beliefs about terrorism. Previews Tuesday-March 16. Opens March 17. Through April 8. See metromix.com for schedule. $12-$15. Dog & Pony Theatre Company at Athenaeum Theatre, 2936 N. Southport Ave. 312-902-1500.
GALLERY
“MY INK RUNS COLD”
A noir-inspired show features hard-boiled cartoons by Tom Bagley, Mark Zingarelli and Rod Filbrandt. Opening reception 7-11 p.m. Saturday. Through April 5. Free. DvA Gallery, 2568 N. Lincoln Ave. 773-871-4382.
“IN MY SHOES”
Footwear’s the focus of reminiscent paintings by Jhonmar Radames. Opening reception 4-10 p.m. Friday. Through March 28. Free. Moka Gallery, 1825 S. Halsted St. 773-841-8838.
“TRANSFORMATIONS”
Features wood and terracotta sculptures by Susan Clinard, and paintings on found wood by Deva Suckerman. Opening reception 6-10 p.m. Friday. Through April 8. Free. PartsUnknown Gallery, 645 W. 18th St. 312-492-9058.
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