Photos: First Look at THE OUTSIDER at Oil Lamp Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 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!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 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!
BLACK CYPRESS BAYOU Chicago Premiere is Coming to Definition Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 23, 2026
Definition Theatre will present the world premiere of Black Cypress Bayou, a bold darkly comic new play by playwright Kristen Adele Calhoun and directed by Ericka Ratcliff.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 23, 2026
Definition Theatre will present the world premiere of Black Cypress Bayou, a bold darkly comic new play by playwright Kristen Adele Calhoun and directed by Ericka Ratcliff.
Stephen Wallem Joins Porchlight Music Theatre's FOLLIES In Concert At Studebaker Theater
by A.A. Cristi - January 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.
by A.A. Cristi - January 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 Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - January 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.
by A.A. Cristi - January 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 Season
by A.A. Cristi - January 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.
by A.A. Cristi - January 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 February
by A.A. Cristi - January 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.
by A.A. Cristi - January 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 Hinsdale
by A.A. Cristi - January 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.
by A.A. Cristi - January 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.
Stephen Wallem to Replace Alexander Gemignani in FOLLIES in Concert at Porchlight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 22, 2026
Chicago theatre veteran and TV favorite Stephen Wallem has joined the cast of the Porchlight in Concert production of Follies as “Buddy Plummer.” The cast also features Anthony Rapp and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 22, 2026
Chicago theatre veteran and TV favorite Stephen Wallem has joined the cast of the Porchlight in Concert production of Follies as “Buddy Plummer.” The cast also features Anthony Rapp and more.
The Second City e.t.c. to Present IMPROV SUPERNOVA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 22, 2026
The Second City e.t.c. will present its next hit show Improv Supernova, a fully improvised explosion of comedy.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 22, 2026
The Second City e.t.c. will present its next hit show Improv Supernova, a fully improvised explosion of comedy.
John Mueller's WINTER DANCE PARTY Comes to Raue Center For The Arts
by Stephi Wild - January 22, 2026
This official and authentic live re-creation of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper’s final tour is the only show ever endorsed by the Holly, Valens, and Richardson estates.
by Stephi Wild - January 22, 2026
This official and authentic live re-creation of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper’s final tour is the only show ever endorsed by the Holly, Valens, and Richardson estates.
BrightSide Theatre Youth Project Will Perform LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL, JR.
by Stephi Wild - January 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.
by Stephi Wild - January 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 Theater
by Stephi Wild - January 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.
by Stephi Wild - January 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.
Review: DEAD AS A DODO A SPELLBINDING DELIGHT at Studebaker Theater At The Fine Arts Building
by Misha Davenport - January 22, 2026
The 8th AnnChicago International Puppet Theater Festival kicked off with a bang, thanks to Wakka Wakka’s production of DEAD AS A DODO, a visually stunning and absolutely heartfelt piece of theater.
by Misha Davenport - January 22, 2026
The 8th AnnChicago International Puppet Theater Festival kicked off with a bang, thanks to Wakka Wakka’s production of DEAD AS A DODO, a visually stunning and absolutely heartfelt piece of theater.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Showcase Six New Works at The Auditorium
by A.A. Cristi - January 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.
by A.A. Cristi - January 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 Loop
by A.A. Cristi - January 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.
by A.A. Cristi - January 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.
Video: In Rehearsal With HAMNET at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
by Joshua Wright - January 21, 2026
Go inside rehearsals for Chicago Shakespeare Theater's presentation of Royal Shakespeare Company's Hamnet, based on the best-selling novel by Maggie O'Farrell, adapted by award-winning playwright Lolita Chakrabarti (Life of Pi, Red Velvet, Hymn), and directed by Erica Whyman.
by Joshua Wright - January 21, 2026
Go inside rehearsals for Chicago Shakespeare Theater's presentation of Royal Shakespeare Company's Hamnet, based on the best-selling novel by Maggie O'Farrell, adapted by award-winning playwright Lolita Chakrabarti (Life of Pi, Red Velvet, Hymn), and directed by Erica Whyman.
Namir Smallwood, Jon Michael Hill and More to Star in WINDFALL World Premiere at Steppenwolf
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 21, 2026
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 50th Anniversary Season with Windfall, a new work by Academy Award-winning ensemble member Tarell Alvin McCraney.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 21, 2026
Steppenwolf Theatre Company will continue its 50th Anniversary Season with Windfall, a new work by Academy Award-winning ensemble member Tarell Alvin McCraney.
WHITE ROOSTER World Premiere is Coming to Lookingglass Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 21, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present the world premiere of White Rooster, written and directed by Ensemble Member Matthew C. Yee.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 21, 2026
Lookingglass Theatre Company will present the world premiere of White Rooster, written and directed by Ensemble Member Matthew C. Yee.
Porchlight Young Professionals Will Perform THE IRISH ... AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY
by Stephi Wild - January 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!
by Stephi Wild - January 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 Arensky
by Stephi Wild - January 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.
by Stephi Wild - January 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 Day
by Stephi Wild - January 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!
by Stephi Wild - January 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 Theatre
by Stephi Wild - January 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.
by Stephi Wild - January 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 Award
by A.A. Cristi - January 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.
by A.A. Cristi - January 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 Soteres
by A.A. Cristi - January 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.
by A.A. Cristi - January 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.
Porchlight Young Professionals to Host HAPPY HOUR & A HIT: THE IRISH … AND HOW THEY GOT THAT WAY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 20, 2026
Porchlight Music Theatre’s Porchlight Young Professionals Associate Board will present Happy Hour & A Hit: The Irish … and How They Got That Way at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 20, 2026
Porchlight Music Theatre’s Porchlight Young Professionals Associate Board will present Happy Hour & A Hit: The Irish … and How They Got That Way at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts.
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