The Heir Apparent

“The Heir Apparent is a good holiday laugh, replete with a crew of top-drawer farceurs under the most lively direction of John Rando. Although the characters inhabit the 18th century, their language and comedic sensibilities range freely across time and space. Ives is a craftsman and wordsmith to pull this off.”

“A physical and verbal comedy. The moral of the story? You can’t take it with you, and love is far more valuable than money.” 

“★★★★ (of 4) Comedic brilliance…Rando and Ives collaboration allows them to take the show over the top in true farce tradition, while still remaining emotionally true and resonant. And it is such a treat to hear the rare contemporary show in rhyme—it is classic and modern simultaneously. This show is a perfect all family pleaser, grandma and your teen will both love this romp.”

“Paxton Whitehead is very much at home in this demanding role. Years of experience have made him a master of style, smooth, clear enunciation and nicely-timed comic delivery. It’s a delicious treat to enjoy this fine actor in the Windy City, doing what he does best.” "

“Anyone who doesn't think playwright David Ives is a comic genius simply doesn't know funny. Mayhem unfolds through Ives' exquisite rhyming couplets…Rando's excellent cast executes these farcical hijinks with the exquisite timing of a hand-tooled Swiss watch.”

“Ingenious…a seasoned cast with Rolex timing, a gleamingly polished script overflowing with clever wordplay, and an eye-popping set (designed by Kevin Depinet) that soars and stretches like a plywood Versailles.”

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