Dark Comedy ‘Fault’ Concludes Its Run at Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, Chicago

Chicago residents have just a few days left to catch the debut of “Fault” at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater.

Directed by Jason Alexander, best known for his role in “Seinfeld,” the play explores a tangled web of desire and deception, challenging characters to confront the reasons behind their actions.

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Speaking with ABC7’s Hosea Sanders, the cast described this engaging dark comedy, which centers on a long-married, high-profile couple grappling with betrayal.

Chicago-based actress Rebecca Spence is savoring her part in the production.

“The play delves into relationships where love and commitment exist, yet there’s still room for growth,” Spence remarked. “It encourages viewers to reflect on their self-perception within relationships, offering a chance to explore these dynamics with loved ones. Our theater community is remarkable—tight-knit, supportive, and driven by a strong work ethic.”

Enrico Colantoni takes on the role of the husband, whose character is quick to point fingers.

When asked what appealed to Colantoni about this story, he said, “The humor of it. It’s hysterically funny. It has elements of farce. It has a lot of heart, a lot of soul. Let’s laugh about the miracle of any relationship, the miracle of anybody coming together and surviving, no matter how they do it.”

Nick Marini plays the young man looking for love in dangerous places.

“It is an education every day as an actor to get to work with people you look up to, to get to work with people whose work you appreciate,” Marini said. “I’m thrilled to be in Chicago. It’s a great town. It welcomed me for my first television show. To be here again for my first big theater it feels like a full-circle moment.”

Marini also spoke about directed by Alexander.

“He’s a real mentor to me. Just to watch the way that he treats others on set or at the theater, I learned a lot about leadership and kindness,” Marini said.

Spence added, “To be able to learn about pace and time and comedy from an icon like him, you don’t say no to that.”

“You’re in for a really fun ride. Once we get going, we never really stop. It’s funny. It’s moving at times. It tackles things that are important, and it does it in a way that’s witty and fun,” Marini said.

“Fault” is at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre on Navy Pier through Sunday.