Skokie, IL – MadKap Productions is pleased to present the hilarious musical A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM for 13 live performances at the Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave in Downtown Skokie. 

A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM was written by Larry Gelbart (M*A*S*H) and Burt Shevelove, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim (Company, A Little Night Music).  It is best known as a vehicle for Zero Mostel and comedian Jack Gilford in the 60’s and Nathan Lane in the 90’s.  Mostel and Lane both won Tony Awards for Best Actor for their performances.

A fast-paced, side-splitting musical comedy set in ancient Rome. It follows Pseudolus, a charmingly lazy slave, who schemes to win his freedom by helping his young master, Hero, woo the beautiful Philia. With mistaken identities, outrageous characters, and hilarious situations, this romp delivers non-stop laughs and a catchy, upbeat score. It’s a zany blend of slapstick, wordplay, and farce—perfect for anyone looking for a night of pure comedy!

A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM stars Ed Rutherford as Pseudolous and also features Mark Anderson, Erin Renee Baumrucker, Aidan Espinosa, Owen Espinosa, Beth Fine, Katie Kotila, Daniel Leahy, Emily Lewis, Tyler Lord, Max Perkel, Mitchell Shaw, Gayle Starr, Anna Rose Steinmeyer, Jubilee Tai, Raymond Cam Truong, and Andrew Buel as Hysterium.

A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM is directed by MadKap managing director Wayne Mell, with musical direction by multi Jeff Award winner Jeremy Ramey and choreography by Abby Glaws. Lighting design is by Pat Henderson, with costume design by Deb Erickson, and sound design by Ethan Patterson.  Wend Kaplan and Wayne Mell produce for MadKap Productions.

MadKap Productions starts their 11^th season at Skokie Theatre with A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUMt. A five-show subscription package is available for $194 that also includes tickets to Steven Schwartz’s PIPPIN, DEATHTRAP by Ira Levin, Sondheim’s COMPANY, and Tenessee Williams’ classic drama  A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE.

Dates: July 11 - August 3, 2025

Performance Time: Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm, and Sundays at 2:00 pm, with one Wed. matinee on July 30 at 1:30 pm.

Location: Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Avenue Skokie, IL 60077

Tickets are $48 general admission, $42 for seniors and students and can be purchased online at www.SkokieTheatre.org or by calling 847-677-7761

For reservations or additional information, visit www.SkokieTheatre.org, or call the box office at 847-677-7761.

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