Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins
maintains its place as a Chicago seasonal perennial. Now in its fifth year, the show centers a ragtag troupe of nomadic performers. When their leader Hershel persuades an innkeeper to trade food and shelter for a story they’ve never performed before, their wits are put to the test.Through 1/1: Fri 7 PM, Sat-Sun 1 and 4 PM; no performances Sat 12/24 4 PM or Sun 12/25; Edge Off Broadway, 1133 W. Catalpa,, free.
Suddenly the troupe must retell the story they all know but haven’t produced—the tale of Hershel of Ostropol who took back a synagogue that was overrun by spooky goblins. Strawdog’s multitalented ensemble, under the direction of Hannah Todd, is well-suited for the gig. Their gleeful jaunts through songs , goblin antics, and imaginative puppeteering makes for a delightful 60-minute runtime.