Episode 122: Hello Dolly Returns

Published: Sept. 16, 2022, 10:08 p.m.

The popular musical composed by Jerry Herman based on Thornton Wilder\u2019s hit play \u201cThe Matchmaker\u201d is a perfect wedding of story and music.

No doubt the original 1964 production was inspired by the feminist movement of its time, reminding women of the limitations their grandmothers endured. \u201cHello Dolly\u201d is a gentle and entertaining look back at how far we have come and perhaps a cautionary glimpse at where we might return.

\u201cHello Dolly\u201d is at the Marriott Theatre, in the Chicago suburb of Lincolnshire, IL through October 16, 2022. Running time is two and a half hours with one 15 minute intermission. For tickets and information visit marriotttheatre.com\xa0 or phone: (847) 634-0200.