Current shows we think are hot!

Raising Blue, Prop Thtr, 4225 N. Lincoln, through March 23. The Confederacy, Sir! A secret weapon, it’s triumph against the Yankee blockade, the loss of proud men and brave hearts. G. Riley Mills’ meaty drama tells the true story of the first submarine. (Abarbanel)

Rough Crossing, Writers’ Theatre, Glencoe, through April 20. All Tom Stoppard’s effervescent language shines through in this witty, exuberant comedy set on a 1930’s ocean liner. Its swift, economical pacing makes it an easy crossing to bear. (Reed)

Wedding Band, Congo Square at Steppenwolf Theatre, through March 30. Chicago’s hottest new company runs with the ‘wolfies in this tale of American injustice and outlawed marriages at the dawn of the 20th century (Barnidge)

by Abarbanel, Barnidge and Reed