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Esho Rasho's Solo Play DUMMY IN DIASPORA to Play Den Theatre


by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 02, 2024

Dummy in Diaspora is set to Play the Den Theatre in Chicago. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets. ...

Cast Set for TINY FASCISTS: A BOY SCOUT MUSICAL at Annoyance Theatre


by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 25, 2024

Discover the Annoyance Theatre's revival of the classic musical, TINY FASCISTS: A BOY SCOUT MUSICAL. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets....

The Second City Has Announced The Recipients Of The Second Annual Victor Wong Fellowship For AAPI Voices In Comedy 


by A.A. Cristi - February 27, 2024

The Second City has announced the Victor Wong Fellowship for AAPI voices in comedy, training and mentoring up-and-coming Asian American and Pacific Islander comedic talent. Meet the 2024 Victor Wong Fellows....

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Chicago Awards; Voting Ends 12/31


by BWW Awards - December 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

John Hill, Alex Moffat, Banana's Podcast & Ed Bassmaster to Appear At The Den Theatre


by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 20, 2023

Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter as John Hill, Alex Moffat, Banana's Podcast, and Ed Bassmaster take the stage at The Den Theatre in Chicago. Don't miss this limited engagement performance packed with hilarious jokes and side-splitting comedy skits....

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Chicago Awards; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, DARYO'S ALL-AMERICAN DINER, Illinois Shakespeare Festival & More Lead!


by BWW Awards - December 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, DARYO'S ALL-AMERICAN DINER, Circa Pintig & More Lead!


by BWW Awards - December 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards December 5th Standings; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Leads Best Musical!


by BWW Awards - December 05, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; DARYO'S ALL-AMERICAN DINER Leads Best Play!


by BWW Awards - November 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Leads Best Musical!


by BWW Awards - November 20, 2023

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

Past Shows

Dummy in Diaspora
Dummy in Diaspora
3/13 - 3/27/2024


Dummy in Diaspora , a coming of age solo show follows Essa, a Middle Eastern American boy at various ages in his life. He smokes a ...

Tuesday Musical Improv
Tuesday Musical Improv
1/24 - 5/30/2023


The Annoyance's very own musical ensembles. Every Tuesday at 8pm, two groups improvise brand new musicals based on audience suggestions. Featuring Musical Director Lisa McQueen ...

The Gala
The Gala
4/29 - 6/24/2022


The debut show of the Annoyance's 2022 season, THE GALA is a satire of Met Gala culture and performative philanthropy. This high fashion comedy has ...

Tiny Fascists
Tiny Fascists
11/4 - 12/16/2011


Going to Philmont Scout Ranch is every Boy Scout's dream. Dying, however, is not. Two troops embark on what's supposed to be a fun camping ...

An Unscripted Romance
An Unscripted Romance
1/2 - 2/13/2011


An Unscripted Romance is a semi-improvised play by performers Derrick Aguis and Lindsey Dunn who incorporate real-life audience experiences into a two-act storyline about the ...

Videos


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Beautiful: The Carole King Musical in Chicago Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Paramount Theatre (4/24 - 6/16) Tracker
Swingin’ on a Star, Chicago Cabaret Week Mother's Day Brunch in Chicago Swingin’ on a Star, Chicago Cabaret Week Mother's Day Brunch
Le Piano Chicago (5/12 - 5/12)

CONCERT Tracker
Chicago Cabaret Week 3rd Annual, 10-day Festival in Chicago Chicago Cabaret Week 3rd Annual, 10-day Festival
Chicago Area Venues (5/10 - 5/19)

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Rockwell on the River (5/16 - 5/16)

CONCERT Tracker
The Second City Mainstage's 112th Revue in Chicago The Second City Mainstage's 112th Revue
The Second City - Mainstage (Chicago) (4/23 - 5/16)
Die Hard 4 Your Luv in Chicago Die Hard 4 Your Luv
The Factory Theater (5/31 - 7/13)
Hamlet in Chicago Hamlet
The Edge Off Broadway (4/24 - 5/19)
David Williamson in: Ridiculous in Chicago David Williamson in: Ridiculous
Rhapsody Theater (5/16 - 6/29)
9 to 5: the Musical in Chicago 9 to 5: the Musical
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre (5/2 - 5/10)
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