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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.
AN IRISH HEARTBEAT: Van Morrison Tribute Returns to Raue Center in 2026by Stephi Wild - Chicago
(01/29/2026) - The Raue Center for the Arts will present AN IRISH HEARTBEAT, a 10-piece tribute to Van Morrison, in Crystal Lake, IL, on January 28, 2026. Learn more here!
Ezra-Habonim to Debut Sci-Fi Musical STAR DREK 2240 in Skokieby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(01/29/2026) - Ezra-Habonim has announced the cast and production team for the world premiere of STAR DREK 2240, an original 90-minute sci-fi Purim Shpiel. The production reimagines the story of the Megillah through a futuristic lens.
STEREOPHONIC Makes Its Chicago Premiere At The CIBC Theatreby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/28/2026) - STEREOPHONIC, the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Play, opens its Chicago premiere today at Broadway In Chicago's CIBC Theatre (18 W. Monroe St.) for a two-week limited engagement, running through February 8.
BIRDS OF NORTH AMERICA Extended at A Red Orchid Theatre Until March 2026by A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/28/2026) - Due to popular demand, A Red Orchid Theatre has announced two additional weeks of performances of its Chicago premiere of Anna Ouyang Moench's father-daughter Birds of North America, now extended through Sunday, March 8, 2026.
The Den Theatre Unveils March Comedy LineUpby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/28/2026) - The Den Theatre will host a series of comedy shows in March featuring Kristin Key, Trae Crowder, Liza Treyger, and more at their Wicker Park location.
American Music Institute To Offer Music Lessons In Downtown Genevaby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/28/2026) - American Music Institute will offer music lessons in downtown Geneva, Illinois, serving students ages 5 to 18. Instruction will be available in piano, voice, violin, cello, and guitar, with both on-campus and in-home lesson options.
Comedian Nikki Glaser Adds New Dates To THE STUNNING TOURby A.A. Cristi - UK / West End
(01/27/2026) - Due to high demand, comedian Nikki Glaser will perform an additional show at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall on September 20, 2026, as part of her 'THE STUNNING TOUR'.
AYCO to Showcase Faculty in Spring 2026 Chamber Music Programby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/27/2026) - The American Youth Chamber Orchestra will present its Spring 2026 Chamber Music Program, featuring a distinguished faculty of musicians. These educators, known nationally and internationally, mentor young musicians.
Winifred Haun & Dancers to Present 6th Annual FIRST DRAFT: New Workby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/27/2026) - WH&D has revealed the artists and details for its First DrafT 2026 program, an event which will focus on new works by emerging choreographers. The event will feature 11 new works created by 11 award winning Chicago-area choreographers.
TAPESTRY UNRAVELED Brings A Tribute To Carole King To Raue Center For The Artsby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/26/2026) - Tapestry Unraveled comes to Raue Center for the Arts as a tribute concert celebrating the music of Carole King. The performance features Tina Naponelli backed by a live band, presenting songs from King’s catalog.
Trinity Irish Dance Company to Debut New Works at The Auditoriumby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/26/2026) - Trinity Irish Dance Company returns to The Auditorium for a one-night-only performance in Chicago. The mixed-repertory program includes a world premiere, Chicago premieres, and live music by the TIDC band.
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