Theater communities in Chicago and across the country reacted swiftly to the publication of this week’s Reader cover story—”At Profiles Theatre, the drama—and abuse—is real“—condemning the alleged abuses at the north-side storefront theater and standing behind a group that has emerged to protect non-Equity theater professionals.
In addition, Anna D. Shapiro, artistic director of Steppenwolf Theatre, posted a statement of solidarity on behalf of her company:
Thursday afternoon, playwright Vern Thiessen commented on the story:
Profiles Theatre’s business license expires next Wednesday, June 15. At least one concerned citizen has gone on Twitter to ask James Cappleman, alderman of the 46th ward where Profiles is located, if he plans to take any action. This conversation ensued:
