Buddy, American Blues Theater at Stage 773, through May 26. Far more concert than story, the short, mostly sweet life of Buddy Holly features 16 rocking vocal and instrumental stars. Don't miss! JA
Macbeth, Chicago Shakespeare Theater at Navy Pier, through June 24. Chicago Shakespeare's new Yard space still needs work, but the duo that brought us the magic Tempest in 2015 serves up spooky spectacle in abundance. MSB
Memphis, Porchlight Music Theatre at the Ruth Page, through June 16. Rock-and-Roll has many ancestors and Porchlight introduces another one in a powerhouse production at this cozy Near North auditorium. MSB
By Abarbanel and Barnidge