How to be a Rock Critic (Based on the Writings of Lester Bangs) is a solo play examining the influential and controversial title journalist who was famed for peeling away the veneer behind great music stars. Each evening performance is followed by a music tribute act, while matinees feature a talkback with music critic/biographer Jim DeRogatis. How to be a Rock Critic (Based on the Writings of Lester Bangs) continues through Saturday, July 22, at Steppenwolf Theatre’s 1700 Theatre, 1700 N. Halsted St. Performance times are 8 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays and 3:30 and 8 p.m. Saturdays. Tickets are $30. Call 312-335-1650 or visit Steppenwolf.org.