World Premiere in Chicago: February 2009 with The New Colony
Named as one of the Best of 2009 in Chicago Tribune, New City and Windy City Times
Received Commercial Remount in 2011 through Hatmaker Productions

Based on true stories, FRAT brings to life the bizarre, frightening and secretive American sub-culture of Southern fraternities: the breeding grounds for politicians, journalists, movie stars, and even presidents. With each intense recreation from life, the allure of this uniquely American experience becomes palpable and defines those who survive and thrive because of it, and those who are beaten down.

“★★★½ (out of four) I don’t think I had more fun at a show this year…Evan Linder’s probing, well-observed, frequently laugh-inducing portrayal of the Greek system was equally loving and brutal” Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune

★★★★ (out of five) “Evan Linder’s swift and savvy 2009 comedy…a hell of a good time.” -Dan Jakes, Time Out Chicago

“A sophisticated piece of original, Chicago-style theater that walks the same deft line between dignity and the abyss that the pledges must tiptoe themselves…”– Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune

“Highly Recommended! An insight into the group-think, psychological cruelty, and desperate need to belong that make frat life possible.” -Tony Adler, Chicago Reader

“FRAT is a great example of an original Chicago-style show at its best. It takes its audience on a rollercoaster ride of laughter while still having heart and frailty. Evan Linder has created a world both delicate and harrowing at the same time and has brought it to life with some of the best young talent Chicago has to offer.” –  Chicago Pride

 

Photos by Anne Petersen