Chase Wheaton-Werle Stars in Factory Theaters “The Kelly Girls"

Chase Wheaton-Werle of Ravenswood is part of the ensemble in the world premiere of "The Kelly Girls," February 17 - April 1, written by Shannon O’Neill and directed by Spenser Davis, at The Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St.

In 1960s Belfast, conflicts between various political factions threaten to tear Northern Ireland apart from the inside, sisters Fianna and Regan Kelly feel compelled to engage in the fight for their homeland. But when they join the ranks of the Provisional IRA and find themselves committing acts of brutal terrorism and guerrilla warfare, both young women are forced to question how much they’re willing to destroy in the name of unity. Playwright Shannon O’Neill follows up her critically acclaimed “May the Road Rise Up” with this story of political upheaval and taking a stand.

Previews for "The Kelly Girls" are Friday, Feb. 17, Saturday, Feb. 18 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 19 at 3 p.m. The performance schedule is Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. plus two Thursday performances March 23 at 8 p.m. and March 30 at 8 p.m. Tickets for "The Kelly Girls" are $25 and may be purchased through the box office by calling 312-275-5757 or by visiting TheFactoryTheater.com.