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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.
Cast Set for CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF at Invictus Theatre Companyby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/16/2026) - Invictus Theatre Company has revealed the cast and production team for its 2026 season opener, Tennessee Williams's Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. The Pulitzer Prize-winning drama will be the company's 20th onstage production since the company's founding.
Cast Set for TWO SISTERS AND A PIANO by Nilo Cruz at Writers Theatreby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/16/2026) - Writers Theatre will continue its 2025/26 Season with Two Sisters and a Piano, written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Nilo Cruz. Celebrated Chicago director Lisa Portes joins Writers for the first time to direct.
FATHER OF THE BRIDE to be Presented at Drury Lane Theatreby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/16/2026) - Drury Lane Theatre will open its 2026/2027 season with Father of the Bride, by Caroline Francke, directed by Michael Heitzman. Heitzman, who last directed Drury Lane's smash-hit production of 42nd Street, helms this heartwarming comedy.
Eclectic Full Contact Theatre Reveals Cast and Crew for 5th Annual Patchwork New Play Festivalby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/16/2026) - Eclectic Full Contact Theatre will present the 5th Annual Patchwork New Play Festival at The Edge Theater, featuring nine new plays centered on the theme of hope.
Cast and Crew Set for KITTY AND THE BEANSTALK at Lifeline Theatreby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/16/2026) - Lifeline Theatre has revealed the cast and crew of its upcoming KidSeries production, the World Premiere of Kitty and the Beanstalk, adapted by Ensemble Member Jess Wright Buha in collaboration with Miles & Molly Buha from Jack and the Beanstalk.
THE OTHER WITCH To Be Presented One Night Only At Epiphany Arts Centerby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/15/2026) - Nejla Yatkin will present THE OTHER WITCH, a compelling solo dance performance, at Chicago's Epiphany Arts Center on March 8, 2026. This one-night event celebrates International Women's Day with a powerful exploration of feminine wisdom through dance, multimedia, and ritual.
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago to Celebrate Artistic Director's 5th Anniversary with Winter Seriesby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/15/2026) - Hubbard Street Dance Chicago will present its Season 48 Winter Series at Harris Theater from Feb 26 to Mar 1, 2026, marking the 5th anniversary of Artistic Director Linda-Denise Fisher-Harrell.
GDC to Debut Three World Premieres at Harris Theaterby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(01/15/2026) - Giordano Dance Chicago has announced three world premieres to headline their upcoming April 10 & 11 Harris Theater program. The works are being choreographed by GDC Resident Choreographer and Emmy Award-winning Al Blackstone.
Illinois Conservatory For The Arts To Host A NIGHT OF BROADWAY Benefit Galaby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/14/2026) - Illinois Conservatory for the Arts will present its annual A Night of Broadway benefit gala on February 21, 2026, in Naperville. The concert will feature performances by Eden Espinosa, Joaquina Kalukango, Kecia Lewis, Michael Longoria, Samantha Pauly, and Christine Sherrill.
Music Institute Of Chicago Academy To Present Free Student Concertsby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/14/2026) - The Music Institute of Chicago Academy will present a series of free concerts showcasing its pre-college conservatory students. Performances will include chamber music programs, orchestral concerts, and a special event marking the Academy’s 20th anniversary. All concerts will take place at Nichols Concert Hall in Evanston.
AQUÍ O ALLÁ: A Circus Story To Take Stage At The Actors Gymnasiumby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/14/2026) - The Actors Gymnasium will present Aquí O Allá, a circus theater production exploring themes of belonging and community, directed by Raquel Torre and featuring original music by Satya Chavez.
Second City Launches Scholarship for Veterans in Chicago and Torontoby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/14/2026) - Second City has launched a new scholarship program dedicated to veterans and active service members, available in its Chicago and Toronto locations. This initiative aims to support military personnel in their creative pursuits.
Royal Shakespeare Company Announces Cast for US Premiere of HAMNETby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(01/14/2026) - The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced the cast for the US premiere of HAMNET, set to run from February 10 to March 8. This highly anticipated production will showcase a talented ensemble at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, offering audiences a fresh interpretation of Shakespeare's legacy through the lens of his son's perspective.
Photos: First Look At the Cast of CLUE At Beverly Theatre Guildby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/13/2026) - The Beverly Theatre Guild is bringing the iconic murder mystery Clue to the stage in a lively production inspired by the beloved board game and cult-classic film. Check out photos of the cast.
THE ULTIMATE CHER SHOW Comes To Raue Center In Februaryby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/13/2026) - Raue Center For The Arts has announced that Las Vegas headliner Annika Starr will bring her critically acclaimed tribute, The Ultimate Cher Show, to the Raue Center stage on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 7 PM.
EUREKA DAY Takes the Stage at TimeLine Theatre:by A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/13/2026) - TimeLine Theatre's EUREKA DAY is captivating audiences with its timely exploration of societal issues. The play, now showing, delves into the complexities of community and dialogue.
Black Arts & Culture Alliance Of Chicago To Host Town Hall On Supporting Black Arts Organizationsby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/13/2026) - The Black Arts & Culture Alliance of Chicago will host a pivotal forum discussing the future and potential strategies for Chicago's Black arts organizations. Set for January 2026, this event aims to foster collaboration and growth within the community.
AYCO to Offer Band & Orchestra Clinics in Chicago for Student Musiciansby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/13/2026) - The American Youth Chamber Orchestra will present specialized Band & Orchestra Clinics in Chicago, aimed at enhancing skills for school bands, youth orchestras, and touring groups.
JIM HENSON'S LABRYNTH: IN CONCERT to Launch 60-City Tourby Chloe Rabinowitz - Los Angeles
(01/13/2026) - Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert, is launching a 60-city North American tour this fall. Fans will once again be transported to the Goblin City with a thrilling blend of live music and Jim Henson's musical fantasy masterpiece Labyrinth presented on a large HD cinema screen
COME BACK, LITTLE SHEBA Comes to American Blues Theaterby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(01/13/2026) - American Blues Theater will continue its 40th anniversary season with the reimagined classic Come Back, Little Sheba by William Inge and directed by Associate Artistic Director Elyse Dolan.
Photos: THE DANCE OF DEATH In Rehearsal at Steppenwolf Theatreby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/12/2026) - Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 50th Anniversary Season with August Strindberg’s master class in marital warfare The Dance of Death, adapted by Conor McPherson. See rehearsal photos here.
Cast and Creative Team Set for CONFEDERATES at Redtwist Theatreby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/12/2026) - Redtwist Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for Confederates by Dominique Morisseau and directed by Aaron Reese Boseman, at Redtwist Theatre.
Dance Chicago’s DANCES FROM THE HEART Returns To The Athenaeum Center In January 2026by A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/09/2026) - Dance Chicago is set to showcase DANCES FROM THE HEART, a celebration of love through dance, on January 24 at the Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture.
Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre Continues INSIDE/OUT Series And Unveils Columbia College Chicago Residencyby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(01/09/2026) - Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre will continue its Inside/Out performance series in early 2026 and will serve as company-in-residence at Columbia College Chicago’s Dance Center for its Spring Concert Series.
Photos: Roald Dahl’s THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE at the Studebaker Theaterby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(01/09/2026) - The Roald Dahl Story Company is presenting Roald Dahl’s The Enormous Crocodile. Following the all-ages, smash-hit productions in the UK, Minneapolis and Los Angeles, the production runs at the historic Studebaker Theater. See photos!
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