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THE ART OF BELONGING To Be Presented By Circa Pintig At The Rizal Centerby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(02/09/2026) - CIRCA Pintig will present THE ART OF BELONGING, a multidisciplinary theater and film project exploring Filipino immigrant life in the Midwest, at the Rizal Center in Chicago.
Photos: HEDDA GABLER at Remy Bumppo Theatre Companyby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(02/09/2026) - Remy Bumppo Theatre Company’s will present additional performances for its 30th anniversary season production of Hedda Gabler. Get a first look at production photos.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Returns to Aurora’s Stolp Island Theatre Next Monthby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(02/09/2026) - Paramount Theatre's long-running hit musical Million Dollar Quartet has wrapped its winter break, and is rebooting to rock downtown Aurora's Stolp Island Theatre for three more months, March 4-May 31, 2026.
Photos: Collaboraction's TRIAL IN THE DELTA: THE MURDER OF EMMETT TILLby Gillian Blum - Chicago
(02/07/2026) - Collaboraction Theatre Company opened Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till on February 6 — check out photos from the production, running through March 1.
DINOSAUR DIMENSIONS EXPEDITION To Visit Raue Center For The Artsby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(02/06/2026) - Dinosaur Dimensions Expedition will visit the Raue Center for the Arts for a one-day family performance. The production features animatronic dinosaurs and a science-themed storyline designed for young audiences.
BOHEMIAN QUEEN to Perform Iconic Queen Hits at Raue Centerby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(02/06/2026) - Raue Center For The Arts will present Bohemian Queen, a powerful tribute to one of the greatest rock bands of all time, on Friday, March 20, 2026 at 8 p.m.
Photos: THE IRISH … AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY At Porchlight Music Theaterby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(02/06/2026) - Check out photos of Porchlight Music Theatre’s production of The Irish … and How They Got That Way, by Frank McCourt, now playing through March 15 at The Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn St.
Parker Players Theater Company to Present THE LION IN WINTERby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(02/05/2026) - Parker Players Theater Company will present THE LION IN WINTER by James Goldman, directed by Jocelyn Adamski. The classic drama explores power, family, and succession within a royal household. The production will be staged in Barrington.
Ghostlight Ensemble to Present THE 8TH DWARF by Olivia Sieckby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(02/05/2026) - Ghostlight Ensemble will bring a new twist to a classic fairy tale with its newest young audiences production opening this weekend, The 8th Dwarf, written by Chicago theatre artist Olivia Sieck.
American Music Institute to Offer Valentine's Day Music Lesson Gift Packagesby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(02/05/2026) - This Valentine's Day, the American Music Institute is offering music lesson gift packages, a memorable gift that provides lifelong skills and joy. Available for all ages and skill levels, these lessons cover a variety of instruments and styles, taught by world-class faculty.
The Jeff Awards Reveals Nominations for 52nd Non-Equity Theater Awardsby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(02/05/2026) - The 57th Jeff Awards ceremony will recognize outstanding achievements in Chicago's Equity theater scene, celebrating over 40 artists from the 2024-25 season.
Asian American Arts Chicago Unveils EVOLUTION: ASIAN AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL And Leadership Teamby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(02/04/2026) - Asian American Arts Chicago will present EVOLUTION: ASIAN AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL on May 2 and 3, 2026, at Lookingglass Theatre. This two-day event showcases a diverse range of performances and artistic expressions from the Asian American community.
Photos: Wesley Taylor, Molly Griggs and More in HOLIDAY at Goodman Theatreby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(02/04/2026) - You can now get a first look at photos of Robert Falls’ production of Holiday at Goodman Theatre, starring Wesley Taylor, Molly Griggs and more. The production is based on Philip Barry’s The Philadelphia Story.
Trap Door Theatre to Present THE CUTTLEFISH in Chicago This Marchby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(02/04/2026) - Trap Door Theatre is thrilled to continue its mainstage work of their 32nd season with a production of Trap Door's favoritePlaywright Stanislaw Witkiewicz's The Cuttlefish, or the Hyrcanian Worldview.
The Second City Unveils Cast And Creative Team For 114th Mainstage Revueby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(02/03/2026) - The world’s most influential name in live comedy, The Second City, has announced the cast and creative team for its 114th Mainstage revue.Returning to the Mainstage is audience favorite Bill Letz, j oined by Second City e.t.c. alum Eddie Mujica, and more.
SOUNDS LIKE A PLAN! Returns To Chicago At The Newport Theaterby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(02/03/2026) - Sounds Like a Plan! will return to Chicago on March 6 with a live music-trivia game show at the Newport Theater. Hosted by Plucky Rosenthal and Alexandra Tsarpalas, the performance will feature a panel of comedians competing in music-based challenges.
Open Space Arts To Extend Run Of MY LIFE AS A COWBOY By Three Weeksby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(02/03/2026) - Open Space Arts has extended the popular queer comedy My Life As a Cowboy for an additional three weeks, now closing in March. The extension reflects strong audience demand and critical acclaim.
Paramount Theatre Launches Copley Comedy Series At Aurora Stageby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(02/02/2026) - Paramount Theatre will kick off its new Copley Comedy Series on February 28, featuring Chicago comedian Tim Walkoe. The series promises a lineup of top-tier stand-up acts at the intimate Copley Theatre.
THE BURNS PROJECT Embarks on U.S. Tour This Marchby A.A. Cristi - Washington, DC
(02/02/2026) - The Burns Project, a verbatim theatre work by James Clements, will tour historic venues in Washington, D.C., New York City, and Chicago. The immersive production examines the life of Scottish poet Robert Burns using archival material from the National Trust for Scotland. Performances will take place in March.
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre And Metropolis Ballroom To Host FOOD GLORIOUS FOOD! Dinner Eventby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(02/02/2026) - Metropolis Performing Arts Centre and Metropolis Ballroom will present Food Glorious Food!, a Dickensian-themed dinner inspired by Oliver!. The event will feature a multi-course English-inspired menu and live performances.
Photos: Redtwist Theatre's CONFEDERATESby Gillian Blum - Chicago
(02/01/2026) - Award-winning Redtwist Theatre’s Confederates is now playing through March 8, written by Dominique Morisseau and directed by Aaron Reese Boseman, at Redtwist Theatre, 1044 W. Bryn Mawr Ave; Check out photos from the production!
COSÌ FAN TUTTE to Open Sunday at Chicago's Lyric Operaby Gillian Blum - Chicago
(02/01/2026) - Lyric Opera of Chicago’s 2025 and 2026 season continues with Mozart’s sparkling romantic comedy Così fan tutte, on stage February 1 through February 15, 2026.
Photos: Sir Ian McKellen Gives Free Performance for 600 Students At Chicago Shakespeare Theaterby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/30/2026) - Chicago Shakespeare Theater welcomed more than 600 students, educators, and young people from across the Chicago area on January 29 for a free student performance of One Knight Only! Sir Ian McKellen Onstage with Gandalf, Shakespeare, and YOU! Check out photos of his visit.
Chicago Opera Theater to Stage DER SILBERSEE, a Musical Once Banned by Nazisby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/30/2026) - Chicago Opera Theater will present the Chicago premiere of DER SILBERSEE: EIN WINTERMÄRCHEN (THE SILVER LAKE – A WINTER’S FAIRY TALE) by Kurt Weill, with text by Georg Kaiser, from March 4 through March 8 at the Studebaker Theater in Chicago.
Walkabout Theater To Return To Chicago With POOR POOR LEARby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/30/2026) - Walkabout Theater Company returns to producing in Chicago with the production that launched the company in 1999, Poor Poor Lear, written by Nina Sallinen and Katja Krohn.
THE WIZ National Tour Tickets On Sale This Week at Chicago’s Nederlander Theatreby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/29/2026) - THE WIZ will return to Chicago as part of Broadway In Chicago’s touring season with a limited engagement at the James M. Nederlander Theatre. The national tour includes Dana Cimone, Alan Mingo Jr., Sheherazade, Kyla Jade, D. Jerome, Cal Mitchell, and Elijah Ahmad Lewis.
Second Site Unveils 2026 Lineup Featuring THE BEAUTY PROJECTby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/29/2026) - Second Site will present its 2026 programming with live immersive performances of THE BEAUTY PROJECT and the release of SITE LINES, a digital anthology of site-specific plays.
YO HO. World Premiere and KING LEAR Set for Babes With Blades Theatre Company 2026 Seasonby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/29/2026) - Babes With Blades Theatre Company will present its 2026 season with the world premiere of yo ho. and a new production of KING LEAR. Performances will take place at The Edge Theater Off Broadway and Theater Wit in Chicago.
Photos: THE BRIEF WONDROUS LIFE OF OSCAR WAO in Rehearsals at Goodman Theatreby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/29/2026) - Get a first look inside rehearsals of The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao—Marco Antonio Rodríguez’s world-premiere English-language stage adaptation of Junot Díaz’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, directed by Wendy Mateo.
Full Cast Set for THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatreby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/29/2026) - Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre has revealed the full company of the 'musical within a comedy,' The Drowsy Chaperone. Theo invites audiences to settle in as a die-hard musical fan drops the needle on his favorite cast album.
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