'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for May 15th, 2013
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway.
Chicago Opera Theater Hosts 39th Anniversary Gala Tomorrow
On Thursday, May 16, Chicago Opera Theater (COT) is celebrating their 39th Anniversary Gala at the West Loop's interactive restaurant and event space, City Winery (1200 W.
Haven Theatre Opens HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, 7/5
Haven Theatre Chicago will present the company's inaugural production, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, July 5 - August 11, at Theater Wit, 1229 W.
Haven Theatre's HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH to Run 7/5-8/11 at Theater Wit
Haven Theatre Chicago presents the company's inaugural production, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, July 5 - August 11, at Theater Wit, 1229 W.
Gorilla Tango to Open HOLY BOUNCING BOOBIES! A BATMAN BURLESQUE in Bucktown, 6/1
Gorilla Tango Burlesque - known for ribald parodies of nerd-friendly pop-culture topics - brings a taste of the 1960s Batman to Bucktown through its latest parody burlesque show! HOLY BOUNCING BOOBIES! A BATMAN BURLESQUE - which has performed in the suburbs continually since September 2012 - will no
STAGE TUBE: Darren Criss and Sean Astin Appear in Judas Redux's THE LAST DAYS OF JUDAS ISCARIOT Ticket Promo
The Judas Redux team just announced casting and ticket information for its new production of The Last Days of Judas Iscariot by Stephen Adly Guirgis, directed by Julia Albain.
Reed Campbell to Star in Judas Redux's THE LAST DAYS OF JUDAS ISCARIOT; Cast Announced!
The Judas Redux team (led by Executive Producers Julia Albain and Corey Lubowich of Team StarKid fame) announces casting for a new production of The Last Days of Judas Iscariot by Stephen Adly Guirgis, and directed by Julia Albain.
Aretha Franklin Cancels Performances in Chicago; Janelle Monae Steps In
Due to her doctor's recommendation for treatment during the time frame of May 20 & 26, Ms.
Maryland Ensemble Theatre Presents DAYTONA MCKANE AND THE QUEST FOR THE GOLDEN MOLE, Opening 5/25
Maryland Ensemble Theatre's (MET) family theatre, The Fun Company, is proud to present the World Premiere of Daytona McKane and the Quest for the Golden Mole, a fun adventure story perfect for kids age six and up.
Mayor Emanuel Announces Expanded Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks Program
Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced today the expanded Chicago Shakespeare in the Parks program as part of the City's "Night Out in the Parks" initiative.
ROCKIN' IN THE PARK Lineup Announced
After last year's successful inaugural celebration, the Village of Rosemont announces the return of their free summer concert series, 'Rockin' in The Park.
'The Three Ellas' Celebrate Fitzgerald at 6/24 Merit School of Music Benefit
City Winery Chicago, one of the city's newest music venues and philanthropic supporter of music education, will host and sponsor a special concert to benefit its West Loop neighbor, Merit School of Music.
InFusion Theatre Stages Midwest Premiere of Qui Nguyen's FIGHT GIRL BATTLE WORLD, Now thru 6/16
InFusion Theatre Company has announced its second collaboration with award-winning playwright Qui Nguyen with the Midwest premiere of Fight Girl Battle World, directed by InFusion Artistic Director Mitch Golob, tonight, May 14 - June 16, at Theater Wit, 1229 W.
Mary-Arrchie's THE GLASS MENAGERIE Returns May 23-June 30 at Theater Wit
Following its, critically acclaimed, sold-out run at Angel Island this winter, Mary-Arrchie Theatre Co.
Donley's Wild West Town Opens for the Summer Season, 5/18
Donley's Wild West Town, the charming Old West theme park in Union, Illinois, announced today that their 2013 summer season will begin on May 18.
Main Street Theater Launches Public Phase of Capital Campaign for Renovation of Rice Village Location
Main Street Theater announces the launch of the public phase of its capital campaign to purchase and renovate its Rice Village facility where the theater has been creating nationally recognized productions for more than 30 years.
THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS Returns to Walnut Creek in June
THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS, described as the provocative and wickedly funny theatrical adaptation of the C.
Matchbox Twenty and Goo Goo Dolls Announce Third Ravinia Show
Due to popular demand Ravinia has added a third show for the double bill of chart-toppers Matchbox Twenty and Goo Goo Dolls on Thursday, July 4.
Wayward Productions & Chicago Fusion Theatre Present RICHARD III, Opening 5/24
Wayward Productions in association with Chicago Fusion Theatre is pleased to announce the full cast list for the remount of its hit production of William Shakepeare's tragic masterpiece RICHARD III at The Den Theatre.
Prop Thtr and Beast Women to Welcome Jillian Erickson's New One-Woman Show, 6/7-29
Performance artist, monologist, poet and writer Jillian Erickson moved to Chicago fifteen years ago with the idea of perfoming and creating theatre.
THE MAGIC PARLOUR Plays Mother's Day Matinee at The House Theatre
The House Theatre of Chicago announces a rare matinee performance of The Magic Parlour for Mother's Day, today, May 12 at 1pm.
Black Ensemble Theater Presents TO MOTHER - WITH LOVE (A CONCERT JUST FOR HER) Today
Black Ensemble Theater Founder and Executive Director Jackie Taylor announces a special Mother's Day concert, To Mother - With Love (A Concert Just For Her), featuring the stars of Black Ensemble.
OTHELLO: THE REMIX, SHREK and More Set for Chicago Shakespeare Theater's Summer 2013 Season
Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) produces a summer program annually featuring a festival of plays-from family musicals to international guest artists to classic and re-imagined productions of Shakespeare's canon-attracting Chicagoans and tourists alike.
Teatro Luna Stages Reading of Milta Ortiz's YOU, ME & TUNO at Stage773 Today
Join Teatro Luna for a staged reading of You, Me & Tuno by Milta Ortiz, winner of the 2013 Diane Rodriguez Award for the Advancement of Latina Voices in Theatre.
Michael Shannon and A Red Orchid Theatre Host A DAY AT THE RACES! Today
A Red Orchid Theatre (AROT) announces A Day at the Races!, a benefit for the Company's upcoming production of Simpatico by Sam Shepard in celebration of the 20th Anniversary Season.
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