Interview: Hannah Loessberg, Nealie Tinlin, And Matthew Masino at Lazy Susan Theatre Co.
Lazy Susan Theatre Co.
Chicago Interviews
The latest interviews about live + streaming theatre in Chicago.
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Interview: Amanda Handegan of WAITRESS at Nederlander Theatre
Order up! Waitress is stopping by the Nederlander Theatre in Chicago as part of its 10th Anniversary Tour from October 13-18, 2026.
Interview: Mariah Copeland of OPERATION MINCEMEAT at CIBC Theatre
'We are in a time where it is important to connect with your neighbors and the people in your community because whenever you do that, you never walk away feeling worse.
Interview: Grayson Kennedy at Gwydion Theatre Company
'We invite controversy because controversy breeds thought.
Interview: Gina Lamparella of DIRTY DANCING at Nederlander Theatre
BroadwayWorld spoke with Gina Lamparella who plays Marjorie Houseman in Dirty Dancing: The Musical.
Interview: Tyler Meredith of THE ATTIC at Goodman Theatre
I interviewed Chicago actor Tyler Meredith, who has the principal role in Goodman Theatre’s season opening production The Attic.
Interview: Director Devon Hayakawa On the Chicago Area Premiere of MEAN GIRLS at Paramount Theatre
Director Devon Hayakawa discusses making their solo directing debut with the Chicago area premiere of MEAN GIRLS at Paramount Theatre, a fierce, campy, and Gen-Z take on the hit musical set in 2026.
Interview: Madison Palmer On Originating Dyanne in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Paramount Theatre's Stolp Island Theatre
Madison Palmer discusses originating the role of Dyanne in Paramount Theatre's long-running production of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, now staged in the immersive Stolp Island Theatre designed to feel like 1956 Sun Studio.
Interview: Artistic Director Audrey Francis On Steppenwolf's 2026/27 Season
Steppenwolf co-Artistic Director Audrey Francis discusses the company's 2026/27 season, including TOPDOG/UNDERDOG and ADIRONDACK CHAIR CIRCLE, and stepping onstage herself in the psychological thriller ELLEN B.
Interview: Claire Kwon & Steven Huynh of MAYBE HAPPY ENDING at CIBC Theatre
Before the Broadway in Chicago Summer Concert, BroadwayWorld sat down with Claire Kwon and Steven Huynh, who will star as Claire and Oliver on the Broadway tour.
Interview: Derek Van Barham and David Moreland of JEKYLL & HYDE at Broadway Playhouse
Before the Broadway in Chicago Summer Concert, BroadwayWorld sat down with Director Derek Van Barham, and David Moreland who plays Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.
Interview: Sam Hartley of OPERATION MINCEMEAT at CIBC Theatre
Before the Broadway in Chicago Summer Concert, BroadwayWorld sat down with Sam Hartley, understudy in Operation Mincemeat.
Interview: Sara Al-Bazali and Devin Lewis of HEATHERS THE MUSICAL at CIBC Theatre
Before the Broadway in Chicago Summer Concert, BroadwayWorld sat down with Sara Al-Bazali, understudy for Veronica, and Devin Lewis, understudy for JD, of Heathers the Musical.
Interview: Anne Tolpegin of THE NOTEBOOK at Nederlander Theatre
'Our story really reminds people of the things that we have in common that are so strong and so important.
Interview: Choreographer Zak Jacobs On Bringing THE LITTLE MERMAID to Life at Uptown Music Theater
Choreographer Zak Jacobs discusses creating an underwater movement language for Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID at Uptown Music Theater in Deerfield, IL, blending Latin, African, jazz, and lyrical dance styles.
Interview: Marya Grandy of SUFFS at CIBC Theater
'What Suffs does is drive home the message that there is no action that is too small that won't make an impact.
Interview/Feature: KINKY BOOTS' Dancing in Heels Workshop
Kinky Boots cast members hosted a dance workshop to support Brave Space Alliance’s Dignity Suite.
Interview: Will Allan & Behzad Dabu of AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE at TimeLine Theatre Company
Before the long-awaited inaugural production at TimeLine Theatre’s new home, BroadwayWorld sat down with TimeLine Company Members Will Allan and Behzad Dabu, who play brothers Dr.
BWW Q&A: Kathryn Erbe Talks THE DANCE OF DEATH at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
Steppenwolf Theatre Company, the nation’s premier ensemble theater company, is pleased to continue its 50th Anniversary Season with August Strindberg’s master class in marital warfare The Dance of Death, adapted by Conor McPherson, directed by ensemble member Yasen Peyankov and featuring an all…
Interview: Jinkx Monsoon & BenDeLaCreme Are Bringing Holiday Magic to a City Near You
Eight years into redefining what a holiday show can be, drag powerhouses Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme are once again decking the halls, and the patriarchy, with a brand-new production of The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show.
Interview: Talia Suskauer of PARADE NATIONAL TOUR at Broadway In Chicago
I interviewed WICKED Broadway veteran Talia Suskauer about her leading role as Lucille Frank in the current national tour of Jason Robert Brown's PARADE — a tour staging of the 2023 Broadway revival starring Ben Platt and Michaela Diamond.
Interview: Kathy Voytko Takes On Mrs. Potts in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST National Tour
Kathy Voytko takes on the iconic role of Mrs.
Interview: Carolee Carmello of KIMBERLY AKIMBO National Tour
I chatted with three-time Tony Award nominee Carolee Carmello about leading the national tour of KIMBERLY AKIMBO and her character development process.
BWW Q&A: Sylvia Hernandez-DiStasi & Amanda Crockett of CATS at Paramount Theatre
Paramount Theatre is presenting a circus-themed revival of Cats, music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, directed by Trent Stork, April 30-June 15, 2025.
BWW Q&A: Brittany Bradford of LEROY AND LUCY at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
BWW Q&A: Brittany Bradford of Leroy and Lucy at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
Interview: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD National Tour's Emmet Smith
Emmet Smith stars as Albus Potter, Harry Potter’s middle son and the play’s protagonist, in the national tour of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD.
Interview: Megan Hilty & Jennifer Simard Talk About Bringing DEATH BECOMES HER to Broadway
The world premiere pre-Broadway production of DEATH BECOMES HER officially opened this weekend at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre after recently announcing their upcoming Broadway run.
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Love Story: A Tribute to Taylor Swift Raue Center For The Arts (11/07-11/07) |
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Million Dollar Quartet Stolp Island Theatre (10/07-1/03) |
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Rotary Rocks The Raue: James Garner's Tribute to Johnny Cash Raue Center For The Arts (10/24-10/24) |
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The Christmas Carol Paramount Theatre (11/11-1/03) |
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Topdog/Underdog Steppenwolf's Downstairs Theater (9/17-11/01) |
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Blond Ambition: A Tribute to Madonna Raue Center For The Arts (11/07-11/07) |
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Memphis The Musical Studebaker Theater at the Fine Arts Building (10/24-10/25) |
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The Years Between Us The Lodge Performing Arts Center (10/15-10/18) |
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When We Were Young and Unafraid Greenhouse Theater Center (11/12-11/29) |
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Greenroom Improv Raue Center For The Arts (11/14-11/14) |
