Overview

• The world premiere of Lee Kirk’s Chicago-set family drama stars Jenna Fischer and Francis Guinan and runs through Oct. 12 at the Goodman Theatre.
• Critics highlight a nostalgia-rich portrait of a fading 2022 TV shop on Ashland Avenue centered on Pete’s TV and Radio.
• Reviewers praise Fischer’s work as Sam and Guinan’s turn as Pete, with support from Chiké Johnson, Cordelia Dewdney, and Will Allan under Susan V. Booth’s direction.
• Multiple reviews cite overlength and repetition, noting a run time around 2½ to 2¾ hours and urging trims.
• Kevin Depinet’s set earns notice for mixing vintage signage with modern screens, while a secondary addiction subplot is described as underdeveloped.