TED FISHMAN - Profile and Journalist Details

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Biography

Ted C. Fishman is a Chicago-based writer and the international best-selling author of “China, Inc.” and “Shock of Gray.” In addition to New City, the many publications he's written for include Harper's, The Atlantic, The New York Times Magazine, Esquire, Fast Company, INC., GQ, National Geographic, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Chicago magazine, the Chicago Reader and many magazines now in the dustbin of history and several boxes he never opens.

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• "Translations" at Writers Theatre, Glencoe

  By TED FISHMAN| NewCity Stage@ RECOMMENDEDThis production of Brian Friel’s celebrated, poignant and cerebral play brings forth all the magic that a great playwright, a smart director—Writers Theatre artistic director Braden Abraham—and a masterful cast can wring out of a stationary set, a few props and a whirlpool of ideas that grows ever deeper with each line of dialogue. It’s a stunning production that should be seen at least once, though I, for one, wish I could see it a dozen times or more.

  By TED FISHMAN · NewCity Stage

  Apr. 17, 2025

• "The Listeners" at Lyric Opera of Chicago

  By TED FISHMAN| NewCity Stage@ RECOMMENDED“The Listeners” is a new opera. It’s an orchestral masterwork composed by American Missy Mazzoli, who from 2018 to 2021 was the Chicago Symphony’s composer-in-residence. Mazzoli has created a bright and terrifyingly complex, often startling, soundscape. Her music demands all from the Lyric’s always superb orchestra under conductor Enrique Mazzola, and gets it.

  By TED FISHMAN · NewCity Stage

  Apr. 03, 2025

• Teatro La Plaza’s "Hamlet" at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

  By TED FISHMAN| NewCity Stage@ Once I am in my seat at a theater, I generally measure a performance by what it means for us in the audience. At any other time, I do care about what shows mean for performers, creators and others in the business of theater. David Grene (1913-2002), the great translator of Greek drama and himself an actor, taught “Hamlet” at the University of Chicago extension for a few years.

  By TED FISHMAN · NewCity Stage

  Mar. 20, 2025

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Chicago Magazine

Chicago Magazine is a monthly lifestyle and human interest publication that serves the Chicago metropolitan area. Established in 1970 and owned by Tribune Publishing, it reaches over 1 million readers each month through both print and digital platforms. The magazine focuses on Chicago’s people, places, and events, featuring sharp profiles, investigative journalism, and curated guides. The content includes lifestyle reporting, restaurant reviews, travel guides, and notable recurring features like “Top Doctors” and “Best New Restaurants.” Chicago Magazine also hosts various experiential programs, such as the Secret Supper dining series and Barrel Night whiskey-tasting event, along with a virtual cooking series called In The Kitchen. Its digital presence includes a website with daily updates and multimedia content, enhancing its engagement with readers. The magazine is recognized for its editorial quality, having received nominations for prestigious awards and accolades from industry associations.