Griffin Theatre Company has announced its 20th anniversary season, including “On the Shore of the Wide Wide World” by Simon Stephens and “The Robber Bridegroom,” replete with bluegrass band. … Lookingglass has extended its “Lookingglass Alice” through Sept. 7. … The Hypocrites has moved its headquarters to a new 1,700-square-foot facility at 4527 N. Ravenswood Ave. … The upcoming production of “Xanadu” has an official start date: Jan. 16 at Drury Lane Water Tower. … The Hope Abelson exhibit will open at the Newberry Library on Oct. 6. Abelson’s papers and memorabilia about her life in theater have been accepted by the Chicago-based research library. … The First Folio Shakespeare Festival of Oak Brook has changed its name to the First Folio Theatre, reflecting a broader mission. … Theatre at the Center in Munster, Ind., has announced its 2009 season: Ken Ludwig’s “Leading Lady,” the Gershwin musical “Crazy for You,” “Footloose,” “Man of La Mancha” and “Christmas Schooner.”
