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The Den Theatre Will Host a St. Patrick's Day Show With Katie Boyle
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2024
 The Den Theatre has announced a special Saint Patrick’s Day performance by Irish comedian Katie Boyle on Sunday, March 17 at 7:15 on The Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood.
Chicago Children's Museum Remounts CIRCUSVILLE Exhibit This Month
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2024
Chicago Children’s Museum has announced the remounting of its circus-themed exhibit, Circusville opening on Thursday, January 25 through September 7.
Comedian Alex Edelman's Broadway Hit JUST FOR US To Play Steppenwolf Theatre, February 15 – 24
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2024
Fresh from a hit Broadway run, award-winning comedian Alex Edelman brings his acclaimed solo show Just For Us to Steppenwolf Theatre for two weeks only, playing February 15 – 25, 2024 in the Downstairs Theater.
Grammy-Nominated Imani Winds Celebrates Composers Of Color, February 24
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2024
The Music Institute of Chicago presents Grammy-nominated quintet Imani Winds performing “Black and Brown II: A celebration of composers of color” Saturday, February 24 at 7:30 p.m. at Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Avenue in downtown Evanston.
American Blues Theater Launches The Commons Series With UHURU
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2024
American Blues Theater launches The Commons, a new, monthly community event initiative, with a reading of Gloria Majule’s Uhuru, directed by Ensemble Member Manny Buckley. 
Full Cast Set For PrideArts' Production of SHAKESPEARE'S R & J
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2024
Full casting has been announced for PrideArts’ production of SHAKESPEARE’S R & J with an all-female cast. Learn more about who is starring in the show here!
Cast Set For the Beverly Theatre Guild's Production of PRESENT LAUGHTER
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2024
The Beverly Theatre Guild has announced the cast of its upcoming play Present Laughter, a comedy by famed English playwright Noël Coward. The play is scheduled to be performed on February 16 – 18, 2024 at the Baer Theater at Morgan Park Academy.
Review: Teatro ZinZanni Chicago
by Rachel Weinberg - January 15, 2024
Teatro ZinZanni is back inside the spiegeltent nestled on the fourteenth floor of the Cambria Hotel on Randolph to delight audiences with its latest edition: LOVE, CHAOS, AND DINNER. The creative team has brought back the title from the first iteration of the show in Chicago for this engagement. It’s a reliably delightful combination of cabaret and circus entertainment, and because it’s literally dinner and a show in one, it’s a reasonably good value, too.
VIDEO: Watch Stephen Cole, Ward Roberts, and Peter Filichia Discuss 'Cole Porter as a Gay Icon'
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2024
Chicago's Cole Porter Festival - A Celebration of the Man and his Music continues with the “Cole Porter as a Gay Icon,” notable Cole Porter fans, Stephen Cole, Ward Roberts and Peter Filichia, discuss Porter as a gay artist working in the 1920s-50s, hosted by Porchlight’s Producing Artistic Associate Frankie Leo Bennett. Watch the discussion here!
Theatre Above the Law Announces Cast of END DAYS Cast, A Comedic Exploration of Grief
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2024
Get the latest updates on Broadway shows, including news, reviews, and interviews with the cast and creative teams. Stay informed and entertained with BroadwayWorld.
Teatro ZinZanni to Welcome Special Guest Christine Deaver For A Limited Installment This Month
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2024
Teatro ZinZanni welcomes special guest Christine Deaver for a limited installment this month. Experience a unique celebration of cirque, comedy, and cabaret in the historic Cambria Hotel.
Cast Set for Open Space Arts' SUNSETS: TWO ACTS ON A BEACH
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2024
Classic gay drama 'Sunsets: Two Acts on a Beach' will be opening on February 2 at Open Space Arts.
Winners Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards
by BWW Awards - January 12, 2024
Winners have been announced for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! See who was selected audience favorite in Chicago! Winners include Illinois Shakespeare Festival, Stage Coach Players, Chicago Summer Opera and more.
Cast Set For THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE at the Goodman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2024
Full casting has been announced for the Goodman Theatre's production of Mary Zimmerman's The Matchbox Magic Flute! Performances will run February 10 – March 10, 2024 in Goodman's Owen Theatre.
Teatro ZinZanni Welcomes Special Guest Christine Deaver Back to the Spiegeltent Stage for a Limited Installment this Month
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2024
For a limited time this month, showgoers will welcome back Teatro ZinZanni alumna, Christine Deaver, as she showcases her unconventional and avant-garde characters in the Spiegeltent ZaZou from Thursday, January 18 to Sunday, January 28.
Steppenwolf Theatre Company Announces LOOKOUT Spring 2024 Season
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2024
LookOut, Steppenwolf Theatre's performance series that presents the work of artists and companies across genre and form, has announced its Spring 2024 season, showcasing the work of Chicago's vibrant community of dancers, choreographers and movement makers.
ON GOLDEN POND Comes to Skokie Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2024
MadKap Productions will present ON GOLDEN POND for 13 live performances at the Skokie Theatre, 7924 Lincoln Ave in Downtown Skokie.
Idle Muse Theatre Company Announces Cast And Creative Team For The New Version Of WHAT THE WEIRD SISTERS SAW
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2024
Idle Muse Theatre Company announces the cast and creative team for the new version of WHAT THE WEIRD SISTERS SAW. Get ready for an exciting production from March 14 - April 14.
River Butcher, Sarah Hester Ross, Joey Villagomez To Appear At The Den Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2024
The Den Theatre announces upcoming performances by River Butcher, Sarah Hester Ross, and Joey Villagomez.
Cast Set for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Drury Lane Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2024
Drury Lane Theatre has revealed the cast of Fiddler on the Roof, directed by Elizabeth Margolius. See photos below!
Tribute to Barry Manilow Comes to the Raue Center For The Arts in February
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2024
Raue Center For The Arts will present a tribute concert to the legendary pop icon Barry Manilow on Sunday, February 11 at 2 pm.  The concert will feature Mark Sanders, Broadway actor, and recording artist, along with his live band, performing Manilow's chart-topping hits.
Cast Set for ANTIGONE at Court Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2024
Court Theatre has revealed the cast for 'Antigone,' a timely masterwork by Sophocles. Directed by Gabrielle Randle-Bent and featuring Nicholas Rudall's translation, this production concludes Court Theatre's Oedipus Trilogy.
A HOME WHAT HOWLS (OR THE HOUSE WHAT WAS RAVINE) to Begin Performances at Steppenwolf Theatre in February
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2024
Steppenwolf Theatre presents the world premiere of 'a home what howls (or the house what was ravine)' by Matthew Paul Olmos.
VIDEO: Director James Robinson on Blanchard's CHAMPION
by Joshua Wright - January 09, 2024
Learn about the world champion boxer and see how his story inspired Grammy Award-winning composer Terence Blanchard's first foray into opera in this interview with director James Robinson in an all-new video.
Summer Fun For Kids: Summer Camp Registration Now Open At Chicago Children's Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2024
Summer Camp registration is now open at Chicago Children’s Theatre. Parents and caregivers can sign up their kids for a summer of fun and creative activities.

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