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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.
Photo: BIRDS OF NORTH AMERICA at A Red Orchid Theatreby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/26/2026) - Production photos have been released for BIRDS OF NORTH AMERICA, the Chicago premiere of Anna Ouyang Moench’s father-daughter drama, currently playing at A Red Orchid Theatre.
CUT TO THE CHASE Festival of One-Act Plays Will Return to The Den Theatre in Februaryby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/26/2026) - The Artistic Home will present the 2026 edition of its annual CUT TO THE CHASE festival of new one-act plays from February 19–22 on the Crosby Stage at The Den Theatre in Chicago.
The Seldoms to Present Chicago Premiere of FLOE Multimedia Dance Theater Workby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/26/2026) - The Seldoms, which presents multimedia performances exploring complex issues, will perform the Chicago premiere of Founding Artistic Director Carrie Hanson's Floe.
Cast Set For THE SEAGULL at Red Theaterby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(01/26/2026) - Red Theater has announced the cast and crew of Anton Chekhov's The Seagull, directed and adapted by Ian Maryfield, running February 14 - March 15, 2026 at The Edge Off Broadway in Chicago's Edgewater.
MARCH! Gay Sketch Revue Is Coming To Second City This Marchby Robert Diamond - Chicago
(01/25/2026) - MARCH!, a new sketch comedy revue, will showcase queer femininity through bold performances every Thursday in March at The Second City's Judy's Beat Lounge.
Photos: First Look at THE OUTSIDER at Oil Lamp Theaterby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/23/2026) - xOil Lamp Theater’s first production of its 2026 season, The Outsider, written by Paul Slade Smith and directed by Scott Westerman, is now playing. Get a first look at photos!
Photos: First Look at SALOME at Lyric Opera of Chicagoby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/23/2026) - Lyric Opera of Chicago's 2025/26 Season will continue with Richard Strauss’s electrifying Salome. Salome returns to Lyric for the first time in 20 years in Sir David McVicar’s production. Get a first look at production photos here!
Stephen Wallem Joins Porchlight Music Theatre's FOLLIES In Concert At Studebaker Theaterby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/22/2026) - Porchlight Music Theatre has announced that Stephen Wallem will join the cast of its Porchlight in Concert production of FOLLIES this spring. The staged concert will take place over two performances at the Studebaker Theater and features Broadway veterans and Chicago favorites.
Tickets for THE GREAT GATSBY Go on Sale Tomorrow in Chicagoby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/22/2026) - Broadway In Chicago has announced that single tickets for the North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY will go on sale this week. The touring production of the Broadway musical will play a limited two-week engagement at the Cadillac Palace Theatre this spring.
CIRCUS OF BUBBLES to Offer Spectacular Family Entertainment This Seasonby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/22/2026) - Raue Center For The Arts will present CIRCUS OF BUBBLES on Thursday, March 5 at 7 PM, a high-flying, 60-minute explosion of bubble magic, circus artistry, and laugh-out-loud comedy.
Skokie Theatre Will Present Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY in Februaryby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/22/2026) - MadKap Productions will present the musical COMPANY for 13 live performances at the Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave in Downtown Skokie. from Feb 6 through Mar 1, 2026.
Chicago Summer Music Camp To Be Held In Hinsdaleby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/22/2026) - Chicago Summer Music Camp will take place July 13–17 in Hinsdale, Illinois, offering music instruction for students ages 5 to 18 at all skill levels and on all instruments. The program is hosted by the American Music Institute and includes beginner through advanced camps, with optional aftercare available. Early tuition pricing will be offered for a limited time.
BrightSide Theatre Youth Project Will Perform LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL, JR.by Stephi Wild - Chicago
(01/22/2026) - BrightSide Theatre Youth Project will present LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL, JR. at Yellow Box Theatre, offering a vibrant showcase of young talent in a popular musical adaptation.
Cast Set For THE SEAGULL at Red Theaterby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(01/22/2026) - Red Theater has announced the cast and crew of Anton Chekhov's The Seagull, directed and adapted by Ian Maryfield, running February 14 - March 15, 2026 at The Edge Off Broadway in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Showcase Six New Works at The Auditoriumby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/21/2026) - World renowned ambassadors of Dance and Culture, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to its Chicago home – The Auditorium, Chicago's Landmark stage at 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive – with four dynamic performances debuting six new works, April 24-26, 2026.
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka To Open Second Chicagoland Location In West Loopby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/21/2026) - Hokkaido Ramen Santouka, a renowned Japanese ramen brand, is set to open its second Chicagoland location in West Loop at 160 N. Halsted this February, offering signature dishes like Shio ramen and pork cheek ramen.
Porchlight Young Professionals Will Perform THE IRISH ... AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAYby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(01/21/2026) - Porchlight Young Professionals will host a special event featuring the musical THE IRISH... AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY on February 20. Learn more about the show here!
Orion Ensemble Debuts New Work by Champion Alongside Beethoven and Arenskyby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(01/21/2026) - The Orion Ensemble will showcase its core musicians—Kathryne Pirtle, clarinet; Florentina Ramniceanu, violin; Diana Schmück, piano; and Judy Stone, cello—on the third concert program of its 33rd season.
CENDRILLON Comes to Chicago City Opera This Valentine's Dayby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(01/21/2026) - Chicago City Opera will stage a special Valentine's Day performance of CINDERELLA on February 13 and 14, offering a romantic opera experience. Learn more here!
Full Cast Set For THE TARGETED at The Chopin Theatreby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(01/21/2026) - A Red Orchid Theatre will conclude its 33rd Season with the world premiere of Hanna Kime's The Targeted, a tragicomedy about community directed by Grace Dolezal-Ng, playing May 7 – June 14, 2026 at The Chopin Theatre Mainstage.
The Jeff Awards Accepting Nominations For The Jeff Impresario Awardby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/20/2026) - The Jeff Awards is accepting nominations for the Jeff Impresario Award, honoring an outstanding Chicago Non-Equity theater stage manager. Nominations must be submitted by Chicago-area theater companies by late January.
Sub Rosa Theatre Collective To Premiere IN PURSUIT Of By Zoé Soteresby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/20/2026) - Sub Rosa Theatre Collective will present the world premiere of In Pursuit Of, a new play by Zoé Soteres, at Greenhouse Theater Center in Chicago. Inspired by Crime and Punishment, the play examines ambition, morality, and male loneliness in a contemporary American context.
JAM Orchestra to Present BE OUR GUEST: THE MUSIC OF ALAN MENKENby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/20/2026) - Experience the timeless music of Alan Menken with JAM Orchestra's one-night-only concert, BE OUR GUEST, at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre in Arlington Heights on February 3, 2026.
American Music Institute to Offer Discount on Trial Music Lessonsby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/20/2026) - American Music Institute, a premier nonprofit music school in the Chicago area, is offering 26% off trial music lessons for all new students this season.
Stargazers Ball Returns To Raue Centerby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(01/20/2026) - The Raue Center for the Arts will host the Stargazers Ball on Valentine's Day, offering an evening of disco, dining, and dancing. This annual event celebrates love with a special theme, 'Love to Love You, Raue'.
MEAN GIRLS, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and More Set For Paramount's 2026-27 Broadway Seriesby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(01/20/2026) - Paramount Theatre has announced its 2026-27 Broadway Series lineup, featuring the Chicago-area premiere of MEAN GIRLS, a new adaptation of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Sondheim's SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE, and an 80s-inspired JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT.
Chicago Violin Competition 2026 Opens Registration for Young and Senior Artistsby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(01/20/2026) - The Chicago Violin Competition (CVC) is now accepting entries for its 2026 event, welcoming violinists aged 7-28 to compete on a global virtual stage.
Music Theater Works Unveils CATS Cast And Creative Teamby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/16/2026) - Music Theater Works has announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of CATS, set to run in March. The show, a beloved staple of musical theatre, will feature a blend of returning talents and new faces, under the direction of a seasoned creative team.
RED LIGHT WINTER to be Presented at Ego Death Theatreby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/16/2026) - Chicago's Ego Death Theatre Collective will present 'Red Light Winter', a vicious but deeply vulnerable look at three broken people looking for love and finding only hurt.
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