The Olympic Theatre, at the corner of 6134 W. Cermak Rd. in Cicero, is set to reopen on March 8 with a variety show featuring comedian Kevin Williams and musical attractions. Built in the early 1920s, the historic, 1,400-seat venue has been restored to its original grandeur, including the vertical marquee. The theater plans to present a variety of live attractions. … Strawdog Theatre Company has announced the addition of new ensemble members Hank Boland and Michaela Petro. … Jenny Powers will star in a production of the new musical “Dangerous Beauty” (music by Michele Brourman and lyrics by Amanda McBroom) at the American Musical Theatre Project this summer at Northwestern University in Evanston. … Bailiwick Repertory’s long-running “Barenaked Lads” musical attraction will close for good on March 8.
