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Photos: Kokandy Productions Presents ALICE BY HEART Midwest Premiere PhotosPhotos: Kokandy Productions Presents ALICE BY HEART Midwest Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(7/26/2024) - Kokandy Productions will present the Midwest premiere of Alice by Heart, a “magical, fantastical” musical inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland directed by Derek Van Barham and Brittney Brown, with music direction by Heidi Joosten and choreography by Derek Van Barham. See photos from the production.

Photos: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Paramount Theatre PhotosPhotos: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Paramount Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Chicago

(7/21/2024) - Check out production photos for Million Dollar Quartet, custom-produced for Paramount’s new Stolp Island Theatre, here!

Photos: A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD at Steep Theatre PhotosPhotos: A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD at Steep Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Chicago

(7/21/2024) - Check out production photos for Steep Theatre's production of Samuel D. Hunter's A Case for the Existence of God here!

Photos: DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS! THE MUSICAL at the Marriott Theatre PhotosPhotos: DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS! THE MUSICAL at the Marriott Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Chicago

(7/20/2024) - Check out production photos for Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences's DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS! THE MUSICAL! here!

Photos: First Look at Blank Theatre Company's THE MAD ONES PhotosPhotos: First Look at Blank Theatre Company's THE MAD ONES
by Stephi Wild - Chicago

(7/15/2024) - Blank Theatre Company is now presenting the second show of their 2024 season, THE MAD ONES, by Kait Kerrigan and Bree Lowdermilk. Check out all new photos here!

Photos: Pegasus Theatre Company's DONTRELL, WHO KISSED THE SEA at Chicago Dramat PhotosPhotos: Pegasus Theatre Company's DONTRELL, WHO KISSED THE SEA at Chicago Dramatists
by Blair Ingenthron - Chicago

(7/14/2024) - Check out photos from Pegasus Theatre Chicago’s presentation of Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea, is now playing through August 18, here!

Photos: THE LIGHTNING THIEF at Otherworld Theatre PhotosPhotos: THE LIGHTNING THIEF at Otherworld Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Chicago

(7/14/2024) - Otherworld Theatre Company, North America's premier sci-fi and fantasy live theatre production company, has released photos from its production of THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL.

Photos: First Look At Artemisia's GOODS By Lauren Ferebee At The Fine Arts Build PhotosPhotos: First Look At Artemisia's GOODS By Lauren Ferebee At The Fine Arts Building
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(7/11/2024) - Artemisia will present a soundscape production of GOODS by Lauren Ferebee, directed by Erin Nicole Eggers. See photos from the show.

Photos: First Look at ROMEO & JULIET at The Oak Park Festival Theatre PhotosPhotos: First Look at ROMEO & JULIET at The Oak Park Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Chicago

(7/8/2024) - The Oak Park Festival Theatre, Oak Park’s premiere Equity theatre and the oldest professional classical theatre in the Midwest, has released production photos from its Summer 2024 production, William Shakespeare’s seminal classic, ROMEO & JULIET.

Photos: First Look at MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre PhotosPhotos: First Look at MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Broadway

(7/3/2024) - Get a first look at photos of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil at Goodman Theatre. See who is starring and learn more about the production!

Photos: First Look At Midsommer Flight's Outdoor ROMEO & JULIIET PhotosPhotos: First Look At Midsommer Flight's Outdoor ROMEO & JULIIET
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(7/1/2024) - Midsommer Flight is presenting a fully staged ROMEO AND JULIET ­ as its 2024 free Shakespeare production. See photos from the production. 

Photos: Inside Opening Night of BEEHIVE: THE 60'S MUSICAL at the Marriott Theatr PhotosPhotos: Inside Opening Night of BEEHIVE: THE 60'S MUSICAL at the Marriott Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Chicago

(7/1/2024) - Marriott Theatre is now presenting BEEHIVE: THE 60’S MUSICAL. Previews began on June 19, with an opening on Wednesday, June 26 at 7:30pm. The production will run through August 11, 2024. Check out photos from opening night here!

Photos: First Look at Drury Lane Theatre's AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' PhotosPhotos: First Look at Drury Lane Theatre's AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'
by Blair Ingenthron - Chicago

(6/30/2024) - Drury Lane Theatre opens Ain’t Misbehavin’: The Fats Waller Musical Show, celebrating the music of Thomas “Fats” Waller and the vibrant spirit of the Harlem Renaissance tonight, June 30, 2024. Set in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood, this production highlights the area's music and history. Check out production photos here!

Photos: First Look at THE HOTWING KING at Writers Theatre PhotosPhotos: First Look at THE HOTWING KING at Writers Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Chicago

(6/29/2024) - Writers Theatre is concluding its 2023/24 Season with The Hot Wing King, written by Katori Hall, and directed by Lili-Anne Brown. The Hot Wing King will be presented through July 21, 2024 in the Alexandra C. and John D. Nichols Theatre. Check out photos here!

Photos: The Beautiful City Project's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR PhotosPhotos: The Beautiful City Project's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(6/28/2024) - The Beautiful City Projected presented JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR on Monday evening, raising funds for the Chicago organization Intentional Sports. See photos from the show. 

Photos: Inside Opening Night of LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD at Steppenwolf Theatre PhotosPhotos: Inside Opening Night of LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD at Steppenwolf Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago

(6/27/2024) - See photos from opening night of Little Bear Ridge Road at Steppenwolf Theatre Company. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: First Look At The Cast Of AIN'T MISBEHAVIN': THE FATS WALLER MUSICAL At PhotosPhotos: First Look At The Cast Of AIN'T MISBEHAVIN': THE FATS WALLER MUSICAL At Drury Lane Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(6/18/2024) - Rehearsals are under way for the summer production of Ain't Misbehavin': The Fats Waller Musical Show at Drury Lane Theatre! Meet the cast below in new photos!

Photos: First Look at Laurie Metcalf and More In LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD World Pr PhotosPhotos: First Look at Laurie Metcalf and More In LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD World Premiere at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Broadway

(6/17/2024) - Steppenwolf Theatre Company concludes its 48th season with the highly anticipated world premiere of Little Bear Ridge Road, an intimate drama by MacArthur Fellow Samuel D. Hunter (The Whale, A Bright New Boise), directed by Tony Award winner Joe Mantello (Wicked, Airline Highway). See photos from the production.

Photos: J. Harrison Ghee, Sierra Boggess, And More Prep For MIDNIGHT IN THE GARD PhotosPhotos: J. Harrison Ghee, Sierra Boggess, And More Prep For MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Broadway

(6/13/2024) - Check out photos from inside rehearsals for Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil—a world-premiere musical based on John Berendt’s iconic non-fiction book!

Photos: Invictus Theatre Company Presents THREE SISTERS PhotosPhotos: Invictus Theatre Company Presents THREE SISTERS
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(6/7/2024) - See first look photos of Invictus Theatre Company's THREE SISTERS running now through July 14 at Windy City Playhouse.

Photos: First Look At the Cast of BEEHIVE: THE 60'S MUSICAL At Marriott Theatre PhotosPhotos: First Look At the Cast of BEEHIVE: THE 60'S MUSICAL At Marriott Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(6/6/2024) - Marriott Theatre brings the heat this summer with a rockin’ tribute to the music of the 1960s, with BEEHIVE: THE 60’S MUSICAL. Get a first look at the cast in full costume below!

Photos: Alley Theatre Presents DIAL 'M' FOR MURDER PhotosPhotos: Alley Theatre Presents DIAL 'M' FOR MURDER
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(6/5/2024) - See photos of Alley Theatre's production of Dial M for Murder, adapted by Jeffery Hatcher, from the original by Fredrick Knott, and directed by Tatiana Pandiani. 

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD at Steppenwolf Theatre Compa PhotosPhotos: Inside Rehearsal For LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Chicago

(6/5/2024) - Steppenwolf Theatre Company will conclude its 48th season with the world premiere of Little Bear Ridge Road, a comic, cosmic and intimate drama by MacArthur Fellow Samuel D. Hunter, directed by Tony Award winner Joe Mantello. Check out all new rehearsal photos here!

Photos: Inside The Beautiful City Project's A SECRET GARDEN PARTY PhotosPhotos: Inside The Beautiful City Project's A SECRET GARDEN PARTY
by Stephi Wild - Chicago

(5/31/2024) - The Beautiful City Project's May Fundraiser, a A SECRET GARDEN PARTY, was a memorable Memorial Day event, held at the home of Dan Ratner & Genevieve Thiers.

Photos: Jackalope Presents The World Premiere Of THE SINGULARITY PLAY PhotosPhotos: Jackalope Presents The World Premiere Of THE SINGULARITY PLAY
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(5/23/2024) - Jackalope Theatre Company continues its 16th season at Edgewater’s Berger Park, 6205 N. Sheridan Rd., with the world premiere of The Singularity Play, by Jay Stull, directed by Georgette Verdin,now playing through June 22. See photos below.

Photos: Raven Theatre Company Presents THE PRODIGAL DAUGHTER PhotosPhotos: Raven Theatre Company Presents THE PRODIGAL DAUGHTER
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(5/23/2024) - Chicago’s Raven Theatre Company has released production photos from the final show of its 41st season, THE PRODIGAL DAUGHTER.

Photos: Hell In A Handbag Presents POOR PEOPLE! The Parody Musical PhotosPhotos: Hell In A Handbag Presents POOR PEOPLE! The Parody Musical
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(5/22/2024) - Hell in a Handbag Productions will continue its 22nd season with the world premiere of POOR PEOPLE! The Parody Musical. See photos from the production.

Photos: Music Theater Works' Hosts PRODUCERS GALA ALL THAT JAZZ PhotosPhotos: Music Theater Works' Hosts PRODUCERS GALA ALL THAT JAZZ
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(5/21/2024) - Music Theater Works’ annual gala, the Producers Gala, All that Jazz. was held Saturday, May 11 at 6 p.m., at the Kenilworth Club at 410 Kenilworth Avenue. See photos from the event.

Photos: Steppenwolf Celebrates Opening Night of THE THANKSGIVING PLAY PhotosPhotos: Steppenwolf Celebrates Opening Night of THE THANKSGIVING PLAY
by Nicole Rosky - Chicago

(5/14/2024) - Steppenwolf Theatre Company continues its 48th season with the Chicago premiere of Larissa FastHorse’s The Thanksgiving Play, a biting comedy about everything right, wrong and woke in America, directed by Jess McLeod. Check out photos from inside opening night here!

Photos: Blank Theatre Company Presents ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY PhotosPhotos: Blank Theatre Company Presents ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(5/13/2024) - ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY will be Blank's eighth full-length production and runs May 10th - June 9th. See photos from the production.

Photos: First Look At Pre-Broadway DEATH BECOMES HER in Chicago PhotosPhotos: First Look At Pre-Broadway DEATH BECOMES HER in Chicago
by Joshua Wright - Broadway

(5/7/2024) - Get a first look at the World Premiere of DEATH BECOMES HER at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre, now on stage for a limited five-week engagement.

Photos: First Look At BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL At Paramount Theatre PhotosPhotos: First Look At BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL At Paramount Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(5/3/2024) - Not so far away is Paramount Theatre’s 2023-24 season finale, the Broadway smash hit Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Nominated for seven Tony Awards, with two wins, plus a Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album, Paramount will pull out all the stops in this season-finale jukebox musical celebration of one our most beloved music icons ever. See photos from the production!

Photos: First Look at Jason Alexander in JUDGMENT DAY at Chicago Shakespeare The PhotosPhotos: First Look at Jason Alexander in JUDGMENT DAY at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago

(4/26/2024) - Get a first look at Jason Alexander in Judgement Day at Chicago Shakespeare Theater! Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of THE MUSIC MAN at the Marriott Theatre PhotosPhotos: Go Inside Opening Night of THE MUSIC MAN at the Marriott Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Chicago

(4/20/2024) - Marriott Theatre's production of MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, opened on Wednesday, April 17. Check out photos from the opening night celebration below!

Photos: First Look At THE MUSIC MAN At Marriott Theatre PhotosPhotos: First Look At THE MUSIC MAN At Marriott Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(4/16/2024) - Marriott Theatre is continuing its 2024 season with MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with Music Direction by Jeff Award Winner Ryan T. Nelson. See photos from the production!

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for THE THANKSGIVING PLAY at Steppenwolf PhotosPhotos: Go Inside Rehearsals for THE THANKSGIVING PLAY at Steppenwolf
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago

(4/15/2024) - Check out rehearsal photos for The Thanksgiving Play at Steppenwolf. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Babes With Blades Theatre Company's World Premiere THE S PARADOX Opens T PhotosPhotos: Babes With Blades Theatre Company's World Premiere THE S PARADOX Opens Tomorrow
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(4/12/2024) - Babes With Blades Theatre Company’s 2024 season opens with The S Paradox, written by Joining Sword & Pen International Playwright Competition (JS&P) and Margaret W. Martin Award Winner Jillian Leff, directed by Morgan Manasa with fight direction by Samantha Kaufman at The Factory Theater, 1623 W. Howard St. See photos from the production.

Photos: First Look at the Cast of THE MUSIC MAN at the Marriott Theatre PhotosPhotos: First Look at the Cast of THE MUSIC MAN at the Marriott Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Chicago

(4/12/2024) - Marriott Theatre is continuing its 2024 season with MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN. THE MUSIC MAN began previews April 10, opens Wednesday, April 17 at 7:30 pm and runs through June 2, 2024. Check out photos of the cast here!

Photos: First Look at the North American Tour of THE KITE RUNNER PhotosPhotos: First Look at the North American Tour of THE KITE RUNNER
by Stephi Wild - Broadway

(4/12/2024) - All new photos have been released from the North American tour of THE KITE RUNNER, a play with music based on Khaled Hosseini’s internationally best-selling novel.





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