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Photos: Namir Smallwood, Jon Michael Hill and More in WINDFALL at Steppenwolfby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(04/13/2026) - Steppenwolf Theatre Company is presenting Windfall by Tarell Alvin McCraney, directed by Awoye Timpo. The production is currently onstage, and running through the end of May. See production photos here!
THE GOLDEN GIRLS: THE CHEESE PYRAMID World Premiere Will Come to The Clutchby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(04/13/2026) - Hell in a Handbag Productions will present the world premiere of THE GOLDEN GIRLS: THE CHEESE PYRAMID, a new 'Lost Episodes' parody by David Cerda, running at The Clutch in Chicago.
Photos: Oil Lamp Theatre's POOR BEHAVIORby Gillian Blum - Chicago
(04/11/2026) - Check out production photos for Oil Lamp Theatre's Poor Behavior, written by Theresa Rebeck and directed by Lauren Katz, running now through May 10, 2026.
Video: RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL Cast Performs on DAYTIME CHICAGOby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(04/10/2026) - The pre-teen stars of RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL recently appeared on WGN-TV’s Daytime Chicago, performing selections from the show ahead of its opening at Citadel Theatre. Watch the videos.
Photos: GOODNIGHT MOON at Chicago Children's Theatreby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(04/10/2026) - Chicago Children’s Theatre is presenting Goodnight Moon, the popular musical about a bunny who doesn’t want to go to bed, based on the beloved picture book by Margaret Wise Brown and illustrator Clement Hurd. Check out the photos here!
Joffrey Ballet Receives Equity in Arts Education Award at Ingenuity Galaby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(04/09/2026) - Ingenuity will host its Tapestry 2026 gala on May 6 at the Four Seasons Chicago, honoring the Joffrey Ballet with its Equity in Arts Education Award and recognizing philanthropist Zach Lazar for his civic leadership.
BAMtheatre To Host Block Party Celebrating One-Year Anniversary Of Performing Arts Facilityby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(04/09/2026) - BAMtheatre will celebrate the one-year anniversary of its Performing Arts Facility with a free BAM Block Party on May 30 in Westmont, IL, capping a 25th Anniversary Season that included top awards at three national competitions.
Filament Theatre Unveils Cast of FAREWELL OPPORTUNITY World Premiereby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(04/09/2026) - Filament Theatre announced the cast for the world premiere of FAREWELL OPPORTUNITY, written by Georgette Kelly and directed by Raquel Torre, running April 25–May 17 in Chicago's Portage Park neighborhood.
THE WIZARD OF OZ to be Presented at Big Noise Theatre Beginning April 2026by Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(04/09/2026) - Big Noise Theatre will conclude their 2025-2026 season with THE WIZARD OF OZ! (by L. Frank Baum with Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg this spring in Des Plaines, IL., just a few minutes outside of Chicago.
Shattered Globe Theatre Adds 3 New Ensemble Members and 5 Artistic Associatesby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(04/09/2026) - Chicago's Shattered Globe Theatre announced three new Ensemble Members—Ellie Fey, Kotryna Hilko and Jeff Rodriguez—along with five new Artistic Associates, as the company celebrates its 35th year.
THE TARGETED World Premiere to Close A Red Orchid Theatre’s 33rd Seasonby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(04/08/2026) - A Red Orchid Theatre will present the world premiere of The Targeted. The play is written by Hanna Kime and directed by Grace Dolezal-Ng. Performances will take place in Chicago.
Chicago Repertory Ballet Unveils 2026 Spring Series With Two World Premieres And THE RITE OF SPRINGby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(04/08/2026) - Chicago Repertory Ballet will present its 2026 Spring Series in May. The program features two world premieres and a revival of The Rite of Spring. Performances will take place in Chicago for one weekend only.
Lookingglass Theatre to Hold 2026 Summerglass Camps for Ages 6-18by Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(04/08/2026) - Lookingglass Theatre Company will present its 2026 Summerglass Camps lineup, offering three theatre and creativity programs for young artists ages 6-18 at its Chicago location. Registration is now open.
Violin-Piano Duo Yang & Olivia Join AMI as Artists-in-Residenceby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(04/08/2026) - Yang and Olivia, a violin-piano duo with credits from the Tchaikovsky Competition and performances in over 30 U.S. cities, have joined American Music Institute as Artists-in-Residence and College Faculty Members.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARS ROVER to be Presented at Sandbox Theatre Collectiveby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(04/08/2026) - Sandbox Theatre Collective will stage Happy Birthday Mars Rover by Preston Choi at Mrs. Murphy and Sons Irish Bistro in Chicago, running June 19 through July 5, 2026. Auditions are open via self-tape through March 18.
Full Cast Set For HAIR at The Chopin Theatre Mainstageby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(04/08/2026) - Kokandy Productions announced full casting for HAIR, running July 2–September 13, 2026 at The Chopin Theatre Mainstage in Chicago, directed and choreographed by Brennan Urbi.
Lookingglass Theatre Company to Present World Premiere of UNTITLED VAMPIRE PLAYby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(04/07/2026) - Lookingglass Theatre Company will present the world premiere of UNTITLED VAMPIRE PLAY. The production blends romance, horror, and comedy. Performances will take place in Chicago.
LE BAL Will Conclude Trap Door Theatre’s Season in Chicagoby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(04/06/2026) - Trap Door Theatre will present LE BAL as the final production of its season in Chicago. Directed by Stephen Buescher, the devised work is inspired by Ettore Scola’s film. The production will explore history through movement, music, and design.
Yasmin Levy to Bring ONE MORE NIGHT WITH YASMIN LEVY to the Studebaker Theatreby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(04/06/2026) - Singer and songwriter Yasmin Levy will open her return to the United States with the tour 'One More Night with Yasmin Levy' in Chicago at the Studebaker Theatre, marking the first concert of the tour.
Photos: THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR At Chicago Shakespeareby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(04/03/2026) - Production photos have been released for Chicago Shakespeare Theater’s THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR, now playing through May 3, 2026, in the Jentes Family Courtyard Theater.
STATIC-HEAD To Have World Premiere At The Den Theatreby A.A. Cristi - Chicago
(04/03/2026) - The Impostors Theatre Co. will present the world premiere of STATIC-HEAD, a thriller about a social media app that simulates real-life sensations, opening April 17 and running through May 2 at The Den Theatre in Chicago.
American Youth Chamber Orchestra to Hold Auditions for Summer 2026 Programby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(04/03/2026) - The American Youth Chamber Orchestra opened auditions for its Chamber Music Program in Clarendon Hills, IL, for students ages 7–18. The summer semester begins June 2026, with rehearsals on Saturdays.
Newly Expanded Version of Kayla Boye’s CALL ME ELIZABETH Comes to Chicago in Mayby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(04/03/2026) - PrideArts will present the expanded two-act version of CALL ME ELIZABETH, Kayla Boye's one-woman show about Elizabeth Taylor, May 8-10 at the Hoover-Leppen Theatre in Center on Halsted.
Photos: Namir Smallwood and More in Rehearsals for WINDFALL at Steppenwolfby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(04/02/2026) - Steppenwolf Theatre Company is continuing its 50th Anniversary Season with Windfall, a communal experience crafted by Academy Award-winning ensemble member Tarell Alvin McCraney, directed by Awoye Timpo. See rehearsal photos here!
THE SUGAR WIFE Playwright Elizabeth Kuti Will Conduct Post-Show Q&A at Theater Witby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(04/01/2026) - Elizabeth Kuti, whose play THE SUGAR WIFE is receiving its US Premiere in a production by The Artistic Home at Theater Wit, will attend the Friday, April 3 performance and stay for a post-show question and answer session.
Music Institute of Chicago's The Academy Launches 20th Anniversary Seasonby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(04/01/2026) - The Music Institute of Chicago's Academy, a nationally recognized pre-college conservatory program for gifted high school pianists and string players, will kick off its 20th anniversary with a performance by the Academy Orchestra.
Porchlight Music Theatre Adds Third Performance Of PORCHLIGHT IN CONCERT FOLLIESby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(04/01/2026) - Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre has announced a third performance, Saturday, April 25 at 2 p.m., of its Porchlight in Concert production of Follies. Learn more about the show here!
Harris Theater Reveals 2026-27 Seasonby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(04/01/2026) - The Joan W. and Irving B. Harris Theater for Music and Dance has announced the 20th anniversary of its Harris Theater Presents (HTP) season, in a unique celebration of “Artistic Alchemy.” Learn more about the season lineup here!
(X) Collective To Present Mosaic Series: Game Night For BIPOC Theatre Artists In Chicagoby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(03/31/2026) - (X) Collective will host the Mosaic Series: Game Night in Chicago. The event aims to foster community and connection among BIPOC theatre artists through interactive activities.
Photos: First Look at OUT, DARN SPOT! at Chopin Theatreby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(03/31/2026) - Tyler Anthony Smith, 2025 Joseph Jefferson Award winner for their performance as Hedwig in Hedwig and the Angry Inch at Haven Theatre Company, is presenting a new production of their solo show OUT, DARN SPOT! at Chopin Theatre. See the photos here!
Photos: Ben Walker and More Star in SHREK THE MUSICAL at The Beverly Theatre Guildby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(03/30/2026) - The Beverly Theatre Guild will present its 63rd season closer, Shrek: The Musical. This funky twist on classic fairy tales based on the iconic movie is scheduled to be performed on April 24, 25 and 26, 2026. Check out photos of the cast here!
South Chicago Dance Theatre Will Host Three World Premieres in One Eveningby Stephi Wild - Chicago
(03/30/2026) - South Chicago Dance Theatre will present its ninth annual home season performance, An Evening with South Chicago Dance Theatre, featuring three electric world premieres by award-winning choreographers.
MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS Comes To Deerfieldby Nicole Rosky - Chicago
(03/30/2026) - DEERFIELD Theater will present Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express from April 3rd to April 12th at Caruso Auditorium in Deerfield, IL, featuring a cast led by Brian Parry as Hercule Poirot.
Lifeline Theatre Names Joslyn Housley as 2026 BIPOC Annual Adaptation Showcase Playwrightby Chloe Rabinowitz - Chicago
(03/30/2026) - Lifeline Theatre revealed Joslyn Housley as the selected playwright for its 2026 BIPOC Annual Adaptation Showcase. The event will feature a script-in-hand presentation of Housley's adaptation in July 2026.
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Spies Of The World: A Grateful Dead Tribute Raue Center For The Arts (6/05-6/05) |
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Water for Elephants James M. Nederlander Theatre (6/23-7/05) |
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I and You - A Play By Lauren Gunderson Madison Street Theater (5/22-6/06) |
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A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music and Dance Sensation Marion Cultural and Civic Center (6/17-6/17) |
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Bach and the Organ: A Lecture/Demonstration Recital Westminster Presbyterian Church (6/05-6/05) |
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For Gustave Berger Park Coach House Theater (5/01-6/06) PHOTOS VIDEOS |
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Behind the Curtain: Untold Stories from Canada's Team Broadway Hoover-Leppen Theatre (7/06-7/06) |
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Dominick Pupa’s This Is Not a Pride Show But It’s June and I’m Gay The Newport Theater (6/21-6/21) |
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FREE Sixteen Candles Concert, June 3 at Fox Pointe in Lansing! Fox Pointe (6/03-6/03) |
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