OFFBEAT: Theatre at the Center's 'Glorious Feeling' a toe-tapping tribute

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"Singin' in the Rain" MGM Musical Poster

Gene Kelly, Donald O'Connor and Debbie Reynolds remain a legendary musical trio following their starring roles in the 1952 MGM film classic "Singin' in the Rain," which was also directed and choreographed by Kelly.

Actor Richard Strimer as Gene Kelly and Nicole Miller as Debbie Reynolds in "What a Glorious Feelling"

Actor Richard Strimer plays Gene Kelly opposite actress Nicole Miller as Debbie Reynolds, shown in a studio scene rehearsing the song "Good Mornin'," in the Chicago premiere of "What a Glorious Feeling" at Theatre at the Center in Munster playing until June 3, 2013.

'Rain' check: New stage musical in Munster explores Gene Kelly film classic

Choreographer Danny Herman admits he was "a little intimidated" tackling the musical numbers for a stage production paying homage to "Singin' in the Rain," one of the greatest movie musicals of all time.

OFFBEAT: 'Singin' in the Rain' at Drury Lane a downpour of talent

Phil Potempa's daily entertainment news column.

Actress Melissa Van Der Schyf stars as Lina Lamont with Catherine Lord as Vocal Coach

Actress Melissa Van Der Schyf stars as Lina Lamont, practicing her vocals with a frustrated vocal coach played by Catherine Lord in Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook's production of "Singin' in the Rain."

Actor Sean Palmer as Prince Eric in the 2008 Broadway Musical Disney's "The Little Mermaid"

Actor Sean Palmer, shown here as as Prince Eric in the "The Little Mermaid" musical, will depart from the lead in "Singin' in the Rain" on Sunday at Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook because of an injury, according to the show's publicist.