“Mrs. Huxtable” Directing Chicago Play

Phylicia Rashad directs "Immediate Family" at Goodman Theatre

America's favorite TV mom is seizing the director's chair.

Phylicia Rashad, best known for her portrayal as Claire Huxtable on "The Cosby Show," is directing "Immediate Family," a play running June 2-August 5 at Goodman Theatre.

The play, written by Chicago's Paul Oakley Stovall, follows the story of a Hyde Park family coming to grips with the revelation that their prodigal son is gay.

The play also features an all-Chicago cast and performances will be held Tuesday through Thursdays.

Preview and regular run tickets range from $20–$54 and are available through the Goodman Theatre box office (170 N. Dearborn St.), by phone at (312)443-3800 or at www.goodmantheatre.org.

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