Adapted by F. Andrew Leslie, from the novel by Shirley Jackson

A chilling and mystifying study in mounting terror in which a small group of psychically receptive people are brought together in Hill House, a brooding, mid-Victorian mansion known as a place of evil and ill will. Led by the learned Dr. Montague, who is conducting research into supernatural phenomena, the visitors have come to probe the secrets of the old house and draw forth the mysterious powers which it is alleged to possess. The Haunting of Hill House explores how fragile psyches can break under the pressure of a house that wants no one to leave.

 An Interactive Holiday Film

To keep tradition alive, Halogen switched gears during the pandemic and created Yule: A Virtual Variety Hour! Using Adventr technology, a “choose your own adventure” film was created. Featuring 12 authentic and diverse acts, ranging from barbershop tunes to sword swallowing, the magic of the holidays was brought to peoples screens all over the country.

 An Immersive Holiday extravaganza

Be transported to a winter wonderland, filled with mischief and surprises. Help us exalt out fellow immersive companies as we shed light on the accomplishments of the community from the past year. A holiday party with immersive installments, interactive activities, and a plethora of holiday goodies, this annual gathering is sure to delight.

 Written by Julia Henning and Daniel Manning

This truly unique show blends elements from Sartre’s No Exit and Dante’s Inferno to create an atmosphere that simulates a type of dread that is slowly bubbling over the surface of its container. People have been telling me to go to Hell for years, and if I knew it was going to be this enjoyable, I would have done it much sooner.

— Horrorbuzz.com

THE BLOOD LINE

BY JEFF JACOBSON

It's 28 Days Later meets No Exit, when a group of subway riders face something far worse than a simple delay on the Blue Line. It all leads to flaring tempers and rising paranoia as their phones reveal a city falling apart above them.

written BY JOHN KEATS

RECOMMENDED by New City Stage

“The Dark Ages: Otho the Great” is an exquisite adaptation of John Keats’ retitled play. Though never performed in Keats’ lifetime, Julia Farrell Diefenbach’s crafted direction and her cast’s authentic performances do him justice.” - Danielle Levsky, New City Chicago

written BY J.M. BARRIE

J.M. Barrie’s original script, reworked for fourteen actors. Utilizing non-binary characters, this production focused on retelling this classic piece of literature as it pertains to all genders. Featuring movement work from Hannah Burt, we made our fairies fly in Cirque du Soleil fashion.

Written by Sam Shepard

Cast:

Chris Westbrook as Stu

Jennifer Kiehl as Joy

The Players:

Brianna Eylicio, Paul Di Ciccio, Max Ginkel and Hannah Avalon

Stage Manager:

Sara Dickey

Assistant Stage Manager:

Ben Witt