Early and Often: Politics, Power in ’60s Chicago at Open Fist Theatre
Open Fist Theatre (Hollywood, CA)
Amid the turbulence of Chicago politics in 1960, and with JFK’s election hanging in the balance, a local politician makes his play for power in Early and Often. Written by Barbara Wallace and Thomas R. Wolfe (The Great Society), this dark comedy was a hit in its initial run at Chicago’s Famous Door Theatre. Centered on Democratic Precinct Captain Art Ruck and set on Election Day, Early and Often takes a revealing, humorous look at the inner workings of corruption, posturing, politicking and the Windy City’s infamous "machine" — on both sides of the aisle and the law. Learn more…
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