40 shows for your Chicago summer, from 'Rock of Ages' on stage to 'Richard III' outdoors

School is winding down and the days are stretching out, which is the perfect time for fun at the old ballpark, beach, street fair, and all the other seasonal frolics that Chicagoans dream about during the dreary winter months. But don't forget that theater is a round-the-calendar enterprise. Whether you're looking for musicals, family shows, outdoor classics, or storefront gems, the list below should get you started.

By Kerry Reid, Special to the Tribune

May 23, 2012