Shattered Globe Theatre revives Kenneth Lonergan's 'Lobby Hero' in Chicago
chicagotribune.com — February 4, 2025, 10:00 PM UTC
Shattered Globe Theatre is currently staging Kenneth Lonergan's 2001 play "Lobby Hero" at Theater Wit in Chicago. This marks the first major Chicago production of the play since 2002, reviving interest in Lonergan's work amid a decline in local theater activity. The production features a strong ensemble cast, with standout performances from Elliot Esquivel and Emma Jo Boyden. Director Nate Santana brings a fresh perspective, emphasizing character dynamics and the challenges faced by the characters in a big city. "Lobby Hero" explores the complex relationships between a security guard and police officers in a Manhattan building. The play remains relevant, reflecting on themes of trust and authority in urban life.