Alcoholism is a powerful subject. As the backdrop for movies like "A Star is Born", "Leaving Las Vegas", and "Barfly", it is apparent that alcoholism can make for vivid storytelling.
Alcoholics Anonymous is an organization that has saved the lives of millions of addicts by helping them to get and stay sober. "Bill W and Dr. Bob" is a renowned play coming to Chicago that captures on stage the very start of AA – as two alcoholics come together to support each other and then offer that support out into the world for all others who want to get sober.
On this episode of It’s Showtime with Rikki Lee, actor and director Ronnie Marmo joins host Rikki Lee Travolta to discuss what is expected to be a big hit in Chicago: "Bill W. and Dr. Bob." The show opens March 7 and is playing at the Biograph Theater in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood.
In addition, on his nights off, Ronnie is also appearing in the smash hit “I’m Not a Comedian….I’m Lenny Bruce” under the direction of Joe Mantegna. The two must-see plays are running in repertoire at the Biograph Theater.
It’s a fascinating episode with lots of great insights into the torments of addiction, the saving grace of AA, and the brilliance of entertainment.
Ronnie Marmo has a lot of interesting things to discuss about bringing these two hit shows to Chicago – so be sure to listen.
For tickets to “Bill W. and Dr. Bob" go to www.BillWandDrBobOnStage.com
For tickets to “I’m Not a Comedian…I’m Lenny Bruce” go to www.LennyBruceOnStage.com.
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