Baal June 10, 2010

TUTA Theatre Chicago continues its 2009/2010 international season of shows with 'Baal' by German playwright Bertolt Brecht, translated by Peter Tegel, directed by Zeljko Djukic and featuring original music by Josh Schmidt. Brecht's first full-length play follows the turbulent and exhilarating life of Baal, a revered poet, musician, and lover, as he rises to fame and power. As his stardom and freedom eventually fall, Baal is faced with the universal question, "Is it better to stick to one's beliefs or sell out?" Featuring a new original score performed live by the cast, Baal focuses on the rhythm, harmony, and sounds of the words. Developed through company workshops, this collaboration is full of surprises that explore the topical subject of the arts and its legends in times of economic crisis.