Dot-Marie Jones has been enjoying her work while in Chicago performing in the play "Highway Patrol."
"I'm having a blast," said Jones. The theatrical production "Highway Patrol" continues to Feb. 18 at Chicago's Goodman Theatre.
"Highway Patrol," which was created by Dana Delany, Mike Donahue, Dane Laffrey and Jen Silverman, revolves around actual tweets and direct messages Delany received on Twitter. It offers an autobiographical mini journey into the time period in which Delany corresponded with a 13-year old boy named Cam who is seriously ill. The world premiere show revolves around the use of social media and how it can draw anyone in.
Jones, whom audience members will remember as Coach Beiste in "Glee," portrays character Nan among other characters in "Highway Patrol," which stars Delany as well as young actor Thomas Murphy Molony.
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"I'm enjoying everything about the show," Jones said."I love the intimacy of it and that it's only the three of us (on stage)."
Jones said the role also requires a lot of work in that there's a great amount of dialog. She added it's also a multi-layered work.
The actor said she finds the play "intriguing" and that there's nothing like it currently anywhere. Jones said there's no blueprint for this show and it's been amazing to see what it's become on stage.
About Delany, Jones said "I love her to death," adding the actress is "incredible and has a big heart." Jones said she gives Delany "credit" for opening up her life to audiences in this way. "I respect and admire her for doing this."
Jones is honored to be working on such a special show as "Highway Patrol," which is so unique.
An upcoming project of Jones' is the film "Lost and Found in Cleveland," which is due out soon.
FYI: "Highway Patrol" continues to Feb. 18 at Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn St., Chicago. Tickets are $25 to $90. Call 312-443-3800 or visit goodmantheatre.org.
