Fully Committed
by Becky Mode
Starring Mike Newquist
March 13-28, 2026
Playing at The Den Theatre
Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30pm
Fully Committed is a fast-paced, hilarious one-person comedy that takes audiences behind the scenes of New York’s hottest restaurant. One actor brings to life nearly 40 characters—from desperate celebrities and ruthless socialites to frazzled staff and at the center of it all, one very overworked reservationist. It’s a razor-sharp satire of status, ambition, and customer service madness. This is the first time Fully Committed has been seen in Chicago in over 25 years.
Production Team:
Director/Producer - Derek Bertelsen
Stage Manager - Shane Hogan
Dialect & Vocal Coach - Bethany Hart
Technical Director - Jeremiah Barr
About Mike Newquist
Mike Newquist (Sam, all roles) is a Chicago-based actor, improvisor and cartoonist. Previously co-founder/director of communications of The Comrades (2016-2020). Theatre credits: God of Carnage (Aston Rep), Tango, Design for Living (Pride Arts), Dead Man's Cell Phone, the world premiere of Roast, In The Wake, Prelude to a Kiss, Chicago premiere of Mary-Kate Olsen is in Love (The Comrades), Chicago premiere of Nice Girl (Raven Theatre), The Brig (Mary Arrchie), Sic Transit Mundi (Jackalope Theatre), and more. Commercial: "Night Ledge" Illinois Tourism. Training: Columbia College Chicago, The Second City's Comedy Studies Program. Check out his artwork on Instagram @newqcartoons. For my Mom, Dad, and friends.
