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ILLINOISE And More Set for Chicago Shakespeare Theater 40th Anniversary Season Lineup

ILLINOISE And More Set for Chicago Shakespeare Theater 40th Anniversary Season Lineup

by BWW News Desk — May 15, 2026
Chicago Shakespeare Theater announced its 40th Anniversary Season, featuring Shakespeare classics in repertory, a bilingual ROMEO Y JULIETA, the return of ILLINOISE, and the world premiere of HEARTBREAKERS.
Chicago Dance Crash To Premiere expo/sd at Ruth Page Center for the Arts

Chicago Dance Crash To Premiere expo/sd at Ruth Page Center for the Arts

by BWW News Desk — May 15, 2026
Chicago Dance Crash will present EXPO/SD, a world premiere repertory concert at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts, featuring new works by Annie Franklin, Cameron McKinney, and Elijah Motley.
Review: WORK HARD HAVE FUN MAKE HISTORY at Raven Theatre

Review: WORK HARD HAVE FUN MAKE HISTORY at Raven Theatre

by Angela Lin — May 15, 2026
When you really stop to think about it, the late stage capitalist grind we find ourselves in (or rather, that billionaires and certain politicians have forced upon us) has created a disembodied culture marked by rampant labor, optimized efficiency, and fractured connections — and that’s a pretty
About Face Theatre to Present the return of Re/Generation Studio 2026

About Face Theatre to Present the return of Re/Generation Studio 2026

by BWW News Desk — May 15, 2026
xAbout Face Theatre will present the return of Re/Generation Studio, a weekend of community building, education, and performance to help build the future of queer theater.
Cast Set for BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY at Drury Lane Theatre

Cast Set for BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY at Drury Lane Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 15, 2026
The cast has been revealed for the Drury Lane Theatre production of Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story, by Alan Janes, featuring the music of Buddy Holly, and directed by Drury Lane Theatre Artistic Director Matthew D.
DRY POWDER To Be Presented at Greenhouse Theatre Center

DRY POWDER To Be Presented at Greenhouse Theatre Center

by BWW News Desk — May 14, 2026
Gwydion Theatre Company will present DRY POWDER by Sarah Burgess this July at the Greenhouse Theater Center.
Review: OCTET at Raven Theatre

Review: OCTET at Raven Theatre

by Zac Thriffiley — May 14, 2026
Not only does OCTET work on every level musically and creatively, but it also already stands as a strong contender for best musical of the summer.
Grey Henson, Sarah Stiles and More Join ICEBOY! at Goodman Theatre

Grey Henson, Sarah Stiles and More Join ICEBOY! at Goodman Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 14, 2026
Goodman Theatre announced the full cast for ICEBOY!, a new musical comedy starring Emmy winners Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman, alongside Grey Henson, Sarah Stiles, and Cedric Yarbrough, directed by Marc Bruni.
Hell in a Handbag Opens THE GOLDEN GIRLS: THE CHEESE PYRAMID World Premiere in Chicag

Hell in a Handbag Opens THE GOLDEN GIRLS: THE CHEESE PYRAMID World Premiere in Chicago

by BWW News Desk — May 14, 2026
Hell in a Handbag Productions presents the world premiere of THE GOLDEN GIRLS: THE CHEESE PYRAMID, a new 'Lost Episodes' parody written by Artistic Director David Cerda and directed by Brigitte Ditmars, running at The Clutch in Chicago.
LAURA BENANTI: NOBODY CARES is Coming to Steppenwolf Theatre

LAURA BENANTI: NOBODY CARES is Coming to Steppenwolf Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 14, 2026
Steppenwolf Theatre will present Laura Benanti: Nobody Cares, a one-woman comedy show from the mind of Tony Award winner Laura Benanti, playing five performances only in August.
Collaboraction to Present COLLABORAOKE: REAL BAND KARAOKE Round 2

Collaboraction to Present COLLABORAOKE: REAL BAND KARAOKE Round 2

by BWW News Desk — May 14, 2026
Chicago karaoke fans, sign up now for Collaboraoke: Real Band Karaoke - Round 2 on Thursday, May 28 at 7:30 p.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY, AVENUE Q & More Set for BrightSide Theatre 2026-27 Season

THE ADDAMS FAMILY, AVENUE Q & More Set for BrightSide Theatre 2026-27 Season

by BWW News Desk — May 13, 2026
BrightSide Theatre announced its 15th season in Naperville, Illinois, featuring four productions: THE ADDAMS FAMILY, THE SECRET GARDEN: IN CONCERT, KEN LUDWIG'S BASKERVILLE, and AVENUE Q.
DANCE FOR LIFE 35th Anniversary: 10 Chicago Companies & World Premiere Announced

DANCE FOR LIFE 35th Anniversary: 10 Chicago Companies & World Premiere Announced

by BWW News Desk — May 13, 2026
Chicago Dance Health Fund announced the lineup for DANCE FOR LIFE's 35th anniversary at The Auditorium, featuring 10 Chicago companies, a community work revival, and a world premiere finale by choreographer Randy Duncan.
THE MAGIC PARLOUR Extends Run, Adds Guest Magician Eric Jones for Summer Residency

THE MAGIC PARLOUR Extends Run, Adds Guest Magician Eric Jones for Summer Residency

by BWW News Desk — May 13, 2026
Dennis Watkins announced a new block of tickets for THE MAGIC PARLOUR through year's end, plus a limited three-week residency from Eric Jones, a semi-finalist on NBC's America's Got Talent.
CHICAGO DANCE MONTH Returns With Record Applications & Free Citywide Events

CHICAGO DANCE MONTH Returns With Record Applications & Free Citywide Events

by BWW News Desk — May 13, 2026
See Chicago Dance announced the full lineup for the 13th Annual CHICAGO DANCE MONTH, featuring 35 artists across 12 free citywide events, plus a new Neighborhood MOVES initiative expanding programming into Chicago communities.
American Blues Theater to Present AMBLUE JUBILEE With the Cast of ALWAYS... PATSY CLI

American Blues Theater to Present AMBLUE JUBILEE With the Cast of ALWAYS... PATSY CLINE

by BWW News Desk — May 13, 2026
American Blues Theater will present a one-day-only concert event with the company of its hit jukebox musical Always…Patsy Cline.
Photos: DO SOMETHING PRETTY World Premiere at Rivendell

Photos: DO SOMETHING PRETTY World Premiere at Rivendell

by BWW News Desk — May 13, 2026
Rivendell Theatre Ensemble is presenting the world premiere of Do Something Pretty by Melissa Ross, directed by Rivendell favorite, Jessica Fisch.
RIDE THE CYCLONE, THE LITTLE MERMAID, and More Set For Metropolis Performing Arts Cen

RIDE THE CYCLONE, THE LITTLE MERMAID, and More Set For Metropolis Performing Arts Centre 2026-2027 Season

by BWW News Desk — May 13, 2026
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre has announced its 2026-27 season launching with Ride the Cyclone.
The Impostors Will Bring FOOTHOLDS VOL. 7 to The Den Theatre

The Impostors Will Bring FOOTHOLDS VOL. 7 to The Den Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 13, 2026
The Impostors Theatre Company will present Footholds Vol.
Porchlight Music Theatre Names New Executive Director and Artistic Director

Porchlight Music Theatre Names New Executive Director and Artistic Director

by BWW News Desk — May 13, 2026
Porchlight Music Theatre announced Klaus Peter Schuller as its new executive director and Michael Weber as The Elaine Cohen and Arlen Rubin Artistic Director, with Schuller set to join the Chicago company later this year.
Review: CRIME AND PUNISHMENT at TUTA Theatre

Review: CRIME AND PUNISHMENT at TUTA Theatre

by Emily Werner — May 12, 2026
What did our critic think of CRIME AND PUNISHMENT at TUTA Theatre?
HAMLET and THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST To Be Presented At Oak Park Festival Theat

HAMLET and THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST To Be Presented At Oak Park Festival Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 12, 2026
Oak Park Festival Theatre announced casts for its 51st season, staging HAMLET and THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST in repertory for the first time in company history at Austin Gardens in downtown Oak Park.
Original SIX Queens Adrianna Hicks, Samantha Pauly and More Join ROYAL REUNION Benefi

Original SIX Queens Adrianna Hicks, Samantha Pauly and More Join ROYAL REUNION Benefit

by BWW News Desk — May 12, 2026
The original Broadway cast and band of SIX will reunite for a one-night-only benefit concert at The Fairlie in Chicago's West Loop, with proceeds supporting youth arts education scholarships at Illinois Conservatory for the Arts.
iO Theater Will Present CRÈME DE LA FEMME: Chicago's First All-Femme Improv Festival

iO Theater Will Present CRÈME DE LA FEMME: Chicago's First All-Femme Improv Festival

by BWW News Desk — May 12, 2026
iO Theater will present Crème de la Femme, an all-femme improv festival featuring over 20 troupes of women and non-binary performers from the Chicago comedy community, running across two nights.
Review: COVENANT at Goodman Theatre

Review: COVENANT at Goodman Theatre

by Rachel Weinberg — May 12, 2026
What happens when you make a deal with the devil? Covenant asks its characters to find out.
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