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Bluebird Improv Brings Matt Walsh, Marc Evan Jackson and Second City Alumni to S PhotosBluebird Improv Brings Matt Walsh, Marc Evan Jackson and Second City Alumni to Studebaker Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(03/12/2026) - Emmy-nominated actor Matt Walsh will return to his comedic roots in Chicago with a performance by BLUEBIRD IMPROV on May 16 at the Studebaker Theater.

Ravinia Festival Unveils 2026 Season Featuring Paul Simon, Gladys Knight, Hugh J PhotosRavinia Festival Unveils 2026 Season Featuring Paul Simon, Gladys Knight, Hugh Jackman, and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(03/12/2026) - The Ravinia Festival has announced its 2026 season, which will showcase a lineup of more than 90 artists. This season also marks the unveiling of the newly redesigned Hunter Pavilion. The festival, known for its diverse range of performances, continues to be a significant event in the cultural calendar, attracting music lovers from various genres. The updated venue is expected to enhance the audience experience, providing a modernized space for performances.

American Music Institute to Offer Violin Fiddling Lessons for St. Patrick's Day PhotosAmerican Music Institute to Offer Violin Fiddling Lessons for St. Patrick's Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago

(03/12/2026) - The American Music Institute, with locations in Clarendon Hills, Downers Grove, St Charles, and Geneva, IL, will present special violin fiddling lessons this March in celebration of St. Patrick's Day.

Production Team Revealed For 52nd Anniversary Non-Equity Jeff Awards Ceremony PhotosProduction Team Revealed For 52nd Anniversary Non-Equity Jeff Awards Ceremony
by Stephi Wild - Chicago

(03/12/2026) - At the 52nd Anniversary Joseph Jefferson Awards for Non-Equity Theater, more than 150 recognized artists and new emerging faces and voices will be honored in a program under the artistic direction of Adrian Abel Azevedo.

TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE Takes Stage at Overshadowed Theatrical Productions PhotosTUESDAYS WITH MORRIE Takes Stage at Overshadowed Theatrical Productions
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(03/11/2026) - Overshadowed Theatrical Productions will present Tuesdays with Morrie, a stage adaptation of Mitch Albom's powerful New York Times Bestseller, running until March 28, 2026.

TRIAL IN THE DELTA: THE MURDER OF EMMETT TILL Extends at Collaboraction PhotosTRIAL IN THE DELTA: THE MURDER OF EMMETT TILL Extends at Collaboraction
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago

(03/11/2026) - Collaboraction Theatre Company has extended Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till a second time due to popular demand. The show invites audiences to confront the truth, honor a legacy, and experience history as if it were happening today.

The Beach Boys to Celebrate PET SOUNDS 60th Anniversary at RiverEdge Park PhotosThe Beach Boys to Celebrate PET SOUNDS 60th Anniversary at RiverEdge Park
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(03/10/2026) - The Beach Boys will commemorate 60 years of their iconic album 'PET SOUNDS' with a special concert at Aurora's RiverEdge Park, marking a dual celebration of America's 250th year.

American Music Institute to Host Youth Orchestra Audition Prep Masterclass in 20 PhotosAmerican Music Institute to Host Youth Orchestra Audition Prep Masterclass in 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(03/10/2026) - On March 28, 2026, the American Music Institute will present a Youth Orchestra Audition Prep Masterclass at its Clarendon Hills Campus, aimed at enhancing audition skills for young musicians.

SPACEMAN Set for Chicago Premiere at The Edge Off-Broadway This May PhotosSPACEMAN Set for Chicago Premiere at The Edge Off-Broadway This May
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(03/09/2026) - Producingbody will present the Chicago premiere of SPACEMAN at The Edge Off-Broadway from May 19 to June 13. The show offers a unique theatrical experience, exploring the challenges of space travel.

Photos: MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM Rehearsals at The Goodman PhotosPhotos: MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM Rehearsals at The Goodman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago

(03/09/2026) - August Wilson’s Ma Rainey‘s Black Bottom returns to The Goodman, helmed by Chicago legends Chuck Smith and Harry J. Lennix. See rehearsal photos here!

Photos: Jackalope Theatre's THE DRESS-UP PLAY PhotosPhotos: Jackalope Theatre's THE DRESS-UP PLAY
by Gillian Blum - Chicago

(03/07/2026) - Check out production photos for Jackalope Theatre's world premiere of The Dress-Up Play, running now through March 22 at Broadway Armory Park in Chicago.

Photos: CATS Comes To Life At Music Theater Works PhotosPhotos: CATS Comes To Life At Music Theater Works
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(03/06/2026) - Music Theater Works’ production of CATS is now playing through March 29 in the North Theatre at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts. Check out photos of the production!

PlayGround Opens Applications For 2026–2027 Writers Pools PhotosPlayGround Opens Applications For 2026–2027 Writers Pools
by A.A. Cristi - Los Angeles

(03/06/2026) - PlayGround has announced a call for applications for its 2026–2027 Writers Pools, with opportunities available for playwrights in San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago. Applications are open through April 30, 2026.

Music Institute of Chicago Expands Summer Programs With New Camp and Suzuki Inst PhotosMusic Institute of Chicago Expands Summer Programs With New Camp and Suzuki Institute Partnership
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(03/06/2026) - The Music Institute of Chicago will introduce a new summer camp program and mark four decades of its renowned Suzuki training method. The events, designed for participants of all ages, aim to enrich musical skills and appreciation.

EVOLUTION: ASIAN AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL Set for May in Honor of Heritage Month PhotosEVOLUTION: ASIAN AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL Set for May in Honor of Heritage Month
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(03/06/2026) - Asian American Arts will present EVOLUTION: ASIAN AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL on May 2 and 3, celebrating Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian Heritage Month with a diverse lineup of performances and cultural showcases.

PlayGround Launches Call for Playwrights for its 2026-27 Writers Pool PhotosPlayGround Launches Call for Playwrights for its 2026-27 Writers Pool
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Los Angeles

(03/06/2026) - PlayGround announces a call for playwrights for its 2026-27 Writers Pool across San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago, with applications due by April 30, 2026.

FAREWELL OPPORTUNITY World Premiere to be Presented at Filament Theatre PhotosFAREWELL OPPORTUNITY World Premiere to be Presented at Filament Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago

(03/06/2026) - Filament Theatre, the Northwest Side's premier theater for young audiences, will present the world premiere of Farewell Opportunity, commissioned by Filament Theatre in 2019 and written by local Chicago playwright Georgette Kelly.

MAC to Feature Lakeside Pavilion Concerts in Summer 2026 Lineup PhotosMAC to Feature Lakeside Pavilion Concerts in Summer 2026 Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Chicago

(03/06/2026) - The MAC has announced its Summer 2026 programming, which will include the popular Lakeside Pavilion Concerts. The series promises a lineup of diverse performances set against the scenic backdrop of the lakeside.

Tickets Available For STATIC-HEAD at Impostors Theatre PhotosTickets Available For STATIC-HEAD at Impostors Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Chicago

(03/06/2026) - After receiving six Jeff Award Nominations in 2025, The Impostors Theatre Company (ITC) will return this April with the world premiere of Static-Head – a sci-fi thriller written by Ryan Stevens.

Chicago Children’s Theatre To Present GOODNIGHT MOON As Immersive 20th Anniver PhotosChicago Children’s Theatre To Present GOODNIGHT MOON As Immersive 20th Anniversary Finale
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(03/05/2026) - Chicago Children's Theatre will present an immersive production of GOODNIGHT MOON, directed by Mikael Burke, as its 20th season finale from April 11 to June 7.

Porchlight Music Theatre To Present CHICAGO SINGS BROADWAY: BRITISH INVASION At  PhotosPorchlight Music Theatre To Present CHICAGO SINGS BROADWAY: BRITISH INVASION At House Of Blues Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(03/05/2026) - Porchlight Music Theatre has announced tickets are now on sale for CHICAGO SINGS BROADWAY: BRITISH INVASION, the company’s annual fundraising concert.

OUT, DARN SPOT! To Play Chopin Theatre This Spring PhotosOUT, DARN SPOT! To Play Chopin Theatre This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(03/05/2026) - Tyler Anthony Smith stars in the solo show OUT, DARN SPOT! at the Chopin Theatre from March 27 to April 12. The production offers a mix of humor, drama, and a touch of Shakespeare, promising a unique theatrical experience.

Cast Set for A.A. Milne's THE DOVER ROAD at Ghostlight Ensemble in Chicago PhotosCast Set for A.A. Milne's THE DOVER ROAD at Ghostlight Ensemble in Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago

(03/05/2026) - Ghostlight Ensemble has revealed the details, including the cast, of their spring mainstage show, The Dover Road by A.A. Milne. The Dover Road is a dissection of romantic love with hints at the homosocial instinct of English upper-class men.

SOUTHERN RAPTURE Chicago Premiere Set For Theater Wit PhotosSOUTHERN RAPTURE Chicago Premiere Set For Theater Wit
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(03/04/2026) - Tin Drum Theatre Company announced the cast and creative team for the Chicago premiere of SOUTHERN RAPTURE, set to run from June 11 to 28. The production will feature a talented ensemble under the direction of noted industry professionals.

Josh Johnson Reveals Dates for 2026 Tour JOSH JOHNSON'S COMEDY BAND CAMP PhotosJosh Johnson Reveals Dates for 2026 Tour JOSH JOHNSON'S COMEDY BAND CAMP
by A.A. Cristi - Philadelphia

(03/03/2026) - The Emmy-nominated writer, stand-up comedian, and The Daily Show rotating host and correspondent will be embarking on Josh Johnson'S COMEDY BAND CAMP as his next tour, a one-of-a-kind stand up and live music experience that brings together all the community of being in one big band and all the nostalgia of summer camp.

FEELS LIKE THE FIRST TIME Tribute Concert Coming To Raue Center For The Arts PhotosFEELS LIKE THE FIRST TIME Tribute Concert Coming To Raue Center For The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Chicago

(03/03/2026) - The Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake, IL, will present a live performance by the iconic rock band Foreigner, featuring their hit 'Feels Like The First Time', on March 3, 2026.

SIX Original Broadway Cast Members To Reunite For Chicago Benefit Concert PhotosSIX Original Broadway Cast Members To Reunite For Chicago Benefit Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Broadway

(03/03/2026) - The original Broadway queens of SIX will reunite for a special one-night-only benefit concert, bringing together fan favorites for a memorable performance.

BrightSide Theatre to Present PRIVATE LIVES in Naperville This April PhotosBrightSide Theatre to Present PRIVATE LIVES in Naperville This April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago

(03/03/2026) - BrightSide Theatre has revealed the full cast and artistic team for its production of Private Lives, the third mainstage production of the company's 14th season.




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